As the world commemorates World Hypertension Day on May 17, medical experts in Nigeria are raising concerns about the alarming rise in sudden deaths, often referred to as “slump and die,” many of which are linked to undiagnosed or poorly managed hypertension.
This year’s theme, “Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer,” underscores the critical role of regular blood pressure monitoring in the prevention and management of hypertension.
Nnenna Ezeigwe, former National Coordinator for Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) at the Federal Ministry of Health, emphasised the severity of the situation, noting some measures that could be taken to mitigate its impact.