Know your numbers
Published: 12 May 2014
Around 30% of adults have high blood pressure, but half are unaware of their condition.
Around 30% of adults have high blood pressure, but half are unaware of their condition. Of those aware half do not take any action to control their blood pressure either using lifestyle modification or medication. This means 75% of the world's hypertensive population is at risk and are potential candidates for heart disease, stroke or kidney disease or even sudden death.
The theme for World Hypertension Day 2014 is “Know Your BP” to increase public awareness and screen for hypertension.
As part of this our staff will offer blood pressure checks for University and NHS Staff and provide appropriate advice. Did you know that high blood pressure is the major cause of: stroke, heart disease and kidney failure?
You may be at risk – so check your blood pressure at:
BHF Glasgow Cardiovascular Research Centre Clinical Research Facility (Ground Floor) Wednesday, May 14th 2014, 2PM to 4PM.
First published: 12 May 2014
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