The World Hypertension Day is observed each year on May 17 to raise awareness pertaining to hypertension. The event will celebrate its 20th anniversary this year with the theme of "Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer!"
Why is World Hypertension Day celebrated?
The day is celebrated to focus on low to middle income areas and aims at increasing awareness of high blood pressure and accuracy in blood pressure measurement. Blood pressure screenings, call to action, awareness campaigns, media releases and community events are employed for creating awareness for the prevention, detection, and management of hypertension.
What is Hypertension and Who is at risk?
Hypertension or high blood pressure occurs when the blood pressure in your vessels is very high. The condition is termed hypertension when one바카라™s blood pressure is 140/90 mmHG or higher in terms of systolic pressure.
The human blood pressure is written in two numbers, systolic and diastolic. Systolic refers to the blood pressure exerted in the blood vessels when the heart beats, whereas, diastolic is used for the pressure when the heart rests in between the beats. For diastolic pressure, hypertension is diagnosed when the blood pressure is equal to or more than 90 mmHG.
Individuals who are old, drink excessive alcohol, consume too much salt, are overweight, are physically inactive or possess certain genetic conditions are susceptible to hypertension.
What is the cure and prevention?
Hypertension can be prevented by following an active lifestyle and eating a proper diet. For those who have been diagnosed, modifying their dietary habits, changing their lifestyle and taking the required medications can mitigate the condition.
