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World Hypertension Day 2025: Confronting the Growing Burden in Sub-Saharan Africa

On World Hypertension Day 2025, we are reminded of the growing burden of this non-communicable disease (NCD) in Africa. Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure and commonly dubbed the “silent killer”, affects an estimated 46% of Africans aged 25 and above, according to the World Health Organisation. Hypertension is a major risk factor for …

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NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES (NCDs): ONE DEATH, TOO MANY!

Are you aware not only adults come down with non-communicable diseases(NCDs)? Do you know that your lifestyle patterns determine the kind of NCD you develop? Have you ever cared to know the disease entities that constitute NCDs and how much havoc they have caused? Then, you need to read this article👇 NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES (NCDs): ONE …

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