World Hypertension Day 2024

World Hypertension Day (WHD) is celebrated on May 17, and led by the World Hypertension League. The purpose of WHD is to communicate the importance of hypertension and its complications, and provide information on its prevention, detection, and management. The overarching theme of this year’s campaign is “Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer”. This year’s theme highlights the importance of awareness of high blood pressure and the importance of accuracy in blood pressure measurement. 

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