Hypertension: The Silent Killer Affecting Over 294 Million in South-East Asia New Delhi, May 17, 2025 – As the world observes World Hypertension Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a stark warning about the growing prevalence of hypertension, which now affects over 294 million people across the South-East Asia Region. Why Is Hypertension a Silent Killer? Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is often called a silent killer because it develops without noticeable symptoms but can lead to heart attacks, strokes, kidney disease, and other life-threatening conditions. According to…
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