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When is World Hypertension Day?

World Hypertension Day?

About World Hypertension Day?

When is World Hypertension Day?

Every year, World Hypertension Day is observed on May 17 to raise awareness about the condition of hypertension in patients. Even though hypertension has now become a common problem, the awareness about this disease among patients is really low. 

What is Hypertension?

Hypertension is a condition in which, the force of the blood against the walls of the arteries is too high. Hypertension is usually understood as blood pressure levels that are above the 140/90 level and it is considered severe if the level is 180/120. Usually, hypertension or high blood pressure does not have any symptoms but if it is
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World Hypertension Day 2022: Dr Naresh Trehan gives tips on dealing with BP

World Hypertension Day 2022: Dr Naresh Trehan, CMD of Medanta, speaks to Business Standard on the spike in hypertension cases in India, the early signs, how to deal with the ailment

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Updated On : 17 May 2022 | 5:04 PM IST