The World Health Organization (WHO) recently reported that half of the world's population with hypertension isn't aware they have the condition. The organization has urged countries to adopt better practices for hypertension education, estimating that the proposed practices could prevent 76 million deaths between 2023 and 2050.
World Hypertension 2023: World Hypertension Day is observed on May 17 each year to raise awareness about hypertension, also known as high blood pressure. Hypertension is a common medical condition characterized by persistently elevated blood pressure in the arteries, which can lead to various health complications if left untreated. Watch Business Today Visual Story to know about ways to keep blood pressure in check.