Georgia: The World Health Organization in Georgia is celebrating the “World day to Fight Hypertension” which is observed every year on May 17. It focuses on spreading awareness regarding hypertension and its effects all over the world.
The World Day of Fighting Hypertension aims to educate individuals about the risks of hypertension and the importance of early detection, prevention, and control.
According to the World Health Organization, Hypertension or high blood pressure occurs when the flow of blood is greater than the pressure against the walls of the arteries. Blood pressure is the effect of blood flow against the walls of the arteries.
Symptoms of Hypertension and Future Problems
Importantly, hypertension is even called a “silent killer” since it usually does not have any signs or symptoms. Someone who has hypertension, has a blood pressure of 140/90 mmHg or more on two successive days.
Stress may also affect blood pressure by increasing it. Besides, it may lead to serious health conditions, including heart attack, strokes, kidney disease, and blindness.
Prevention of Hypertension
Hypertension can be prevented and controlled with the right care. For the treatment of high blood pressure, one needs to take medicines as directed by the physician regularly. Along with that, a healthy lifestyle with a balanced, salt-free, sugar-free, and harmful fat-free diet is also required.
The affected individuals must engage in regular exercise and alcohol and tobacco consumption is prohibited. Stress management through deep breathing, meditation, and recreation is recommended for relaxation.
World Day of Fighting Hypertension
The World Day of Fighting Hypertension was introduced for the first time in 2005. It reminds us that our health is in our hands. This day lays stress on the importance of regular blood pressure monitoring and the necessity for immediate medical attention if a person is found to have high blood pressure.
