High Blood Pressure Warning: The WHO warns of high blood pressure as a global threat. Hypertension affects 1 in 3 globally. It may lead to stroke, heart attack, heart failure, and kidney damage.
Hypertension is a BP of 140/90 mmHg or higher. Only 20% of hypertensive individuals can control their condition. There are cost-effective methods that work.
Countries with good government programs for high blood pressure treatment: Canada and South Korea. These services helped 50%+ of adults with high blood pressure lower it. Between 2023 and 2030, this model could save 68.59 million lives.
Lifestyle changes can prevent cancer, such as healthy eating, weight control, no alcohol or smoking, and regular exercise. Implementing these ideas in schools and businesses enhances lives.
Reducing salt is critical. WHO recommends consuming less than 2,000 milligrams of salt daily, but the global average intake is 10.8 grams, over twice the recommended amount.
Approximately 32% of US individuals aged 30-79 have high blood pressure. The study suggests controlling hypertension could prevent 1.03 million US deaths by 2040. But only if 564,452 more people with high blood pressure received good care.
Over 1,000 people die from heart attacks or strokes every hour. The leading cause of death is high blood pressure. WHO states that high blood pressure financially burdens individuals, healthcare systems, and economies. Addressing high blood pressure is a global health priority.
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