NewzOn World Heart Day, health experts have highlighted a significant hypertension crisis in South Africa, where one in three citizens currently lives with high blood pressure. Despite the prevalence of the condition, approximately 50% of those affected remain undiagnosed, leaving a large portion of the population at an elevated risk for heart disease and stroke.
Globally, cardiovascular disease remains a leading health concern, responsible for 18 million deaths annually. This figure represents one in every three deaths worldwide, underscoring the critical need for increased awareness and detection efforts to mitigate the impact of hypertension on public health outcomes.
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