The Federal Government has expressed concern over the widespread underdiagnosis of hypertension in Nigeria, warning that this is contributing significantly to the country’s growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
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In Nigeria today, a silent crisis is growing. More than 35% of adults with high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, are not receiving treatment. Doctors say the main reasons are poverty and the rising cost of medication.
The Nigerian Hypertension Society (NHS) says less than 2.5 per cent of Nigerians living with hypertension successfully manage to keep their blood pressure under control.
The Kano State Government has called for increased awareness and preventive measures to curb the rising cases of hypertension in the state.
A Consultant Cardiologist, Dr Caleb Olukayode, has called for massive awareness and education on hypertension to reduce the rate at which the health condition affects people.
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Adamawa state government has begun screening no fewer than 230,435 residents for hypertension and diabetes, under the Federal Government’s Project 10 Million health initiative.
“The initiative will screen 500,000 residents aged 18 and above across all three senatorial zones in Kaduna State for diabetes and hypertension, providing free screening and services. The screenings will be conducted in two phases and will cover urban and rural areas, emphasizing underserved communities to ensure equal access to healthcare,” the state Commissioner of Health, Umma Ahmed said.
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