17/05/2026
World Hypertension Day!
Today, world hypertension day is being observed under the theme "Controlling Hypertension Together: Check Your Blood Pressure Regularly, Defeat the Silent Killer" and this stands as a reminder of the importance of always knowing our blood pressure numbers.
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in Belize and hypertension is one of major risk factors for this.
It is called the "silent assassin" because contrary to popular belief, most cases (even the numbers are high) show no sign or symptom.
There are simple changes to our lifestyle that help keep those numbers down.
What is your reading today?