India’s blood pressure skyrockets

Rural-to-urban migrants are at especially high risk“Hypertension is the most prevalent cardiovascular risk factor among Indian adults. Epidemiological studies have reported that the prevalence of hypertension is 25-35% in urban areas and 15-20% in rural areas. This is more than the prevalence of hypercholesterolemia, metabolic syndrome or diabetes.”  Read more Topics: Cardiovascular Disease Prevention - Risk Assessment and Management, Hypertension
Source: ESC News and Press - Category: Cardiology Source Type: news