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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates /
WAM News Agency / May 17, 2009
One person in every four in the United Arab Emirates suffers from high blood pressure, a disease which can be fatal if unattended, warns a senior expert.
Dr. Wael Al Mahmeed, President of the Emirates Cardiac Society, said yesterday that one person in every three, who have been diagnosed as having high blood pressure is receiving treatment.
Any person can suffer from high BP, but certain factors like smoking, obesity, diabetes, alcohol and excessive use of salt may lead the BP to serious levels; Al Mahmeed pointed out.
Every middle-aged citizen and resident in the country should give attention to this disease, nicknamed as the 'silent killer', and should carry out routine checkups to determine the BP rate. Those who suffer from BP rates above 140/90 should consult a doctor for receiving treatment, said Al Mahmeed.
Emirates Cardiac Society promotes health education within the community, raising awareness of health issues among the wider population and establishes strong partnership with national and international health agencies and establishments.
Source: WAM/AB
Dr. Wael Al Mahmeed, President of the Emirates Cardiac Society, said yesterday that one person in every three, who have been diagnosed as having high blood pressure is receiving treatment.
Any person can suffer from high BP, but certain factors like smoking, obesity, diabetes, alcohol and excessive use of salt may lead the BP to serious levels; Al Mahmeed pointed out.
Every middle-aged citizen and resident in the country should give attention to this disease, nicknamed as the 'silent killer', and should carry out routine checkups to determine the BP rate. Those who suffer from BP rates above 140/90 should consult a doctor for receiving treatment, said Al Mahmeed.
Emirates Cardiac Society promotes health education within the community, raising awareness of health issues among the wider population and establishes strong partnership with national and international health agencies and establishments.
Source: WAM/AB
