April 26 is Prevention and Combat of Arterial Hypertension
Today is Prevention and Combat of Arterial Hypertension Day, established by Law No. 10,439/2002 with the aim of raising awareness among the population about the dangers of high blood pressure and the importance of early diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
Hypertension affects approximately 35% of the Brazilian population, representing a serious public health problem. According to experts, the condition is responsible for up to 80% of cases of stroke (CVA) and 60% of heart attacks registered in the country. In addition, it is estimated that the disease causes approximately 300 thousand deaths per year in Brazil, which is equivalent to one death every two minutes.
Known as the silent killer, hypertension often has no obvious symptoms, which reinforces the need for regular monitoring of blood pressure. Prevention includes adopting healthy habits, such as a balanced diet, regular exercise, reducing salt and alcohol consumption, and quitting smoking.
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