This year is the 20th anniversary celebration of World Hypertension Day for global hypertension awareness on May 17, 2025, with the theme, "Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer!" World Hypertension day is celebrated annually on the 17th May. The main aim of the day is to educate the public and increase awareness of hypertension, which is also commonly known as high blood pressure. Hypertension is a major cause of a range of health problems such as strokes, heart attacks and kidney disease, and can also contribute to dementia. Many people who suffer from hypertension are not aware that they have it as there can be no symptoms, often people only find out after suffering a heart attack or stroke. World Hypertension Day - World Hypertension League (WHL) - World Hypertension LeagueWorld Hypertension Day
This year is the 20th anniversary celebration of World Hypertension Day for global hypertension awareness on May 17, 2025, with the theme, "Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer!" World Hypertension day is celebrated annually on the 17th May. The main aim of the day is to educate the public and increase awareness of hypertension, which is also commonly known as high blood pressure. Hypertension is a major cause of a range of health problems such as strokes, heart attacks and kidney disease, and can also contribute to dementia. Many people who suffer from hypertension are not aware that they have it as there can be no symptoms, often people only find out after suffering a heart attack or stroke. World Hypertension Day - World Hypertension League (WHL) - World Hypertension League