World Hypertension Day
Every year, 17th May is dedicated to World Hypertension Day (WHD). This is an initiative of the World Hypertension League (WHL), an affiliated section of the ISH.
The WHD was first inaugurated in May 2005 and has become an annual event ever since. The purpose of the WHD is to promote public awareness of hypertension and to encourage citizens of all countries to prevent and control this silent killer, the modern epidemic.
The Theme for 2010 was Healthy Weight – Healthy Blood Pressure.
Fact Sheet
WHD 2010 Brochure (electronic
version)
WHD 2010 Brochure (printed
version)
WHD 2010 Poster
Please click here
to view further information on this initiative.
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