Hypertension: Silent Killer

Hypertension is the number one risk factor for death globally, affecting more than 1 billion people.

It accounts for about half of all heart disease- and stroke-related deaths worldwide.

Hypertension does not cause any symptoms on its own, which is why it’s often referred to as “the silent killer”.

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