world hypertension day

A staggering 6.1 million South Africans have a high blood pressure (BP) or are taking medication for hypertension, according to a recent South Africa Demographic and Health Survey. As the country joins the rest of the world in commemorating World Hypertension Day, the Southern African Hypertension Society has embarked on the Know your Blood Pressure for Your Heart's Sake campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of this condition. The campaign will place the spotlight on the importance of … [Read more...] about World Hypertension Day