May 17 is the World Day against arterial hypertension

May 17 is the World Day against arterial hypertension

An action was organized in connection with the date in the multidisciplinary medical center of Khorezm region. In the action, the blood pressure of patients receiving treatment at the hospital and their relatives, compatriots who came to the consultation polyclinic for medical examination were measured, and the necessary recommendations were given to them. Also, the employees of the center were checked for hypertension. Since 2005, on the initiative of the World Hypertension League, May 17 is celebrated every year as the World Arterial Hypertension Day. The goal is to make the general public aware of the dangers of high blood pressure. It is known that arterial hypertension is the most common disease of the cardiovascular system. Its main symptom is high blood pressure. High blood pressure is a leading risk factor for heart attack and stroke. It can cause death and disability. During the campaign, doctors gave a broad understanding of arterial hypertension.