17/05/2026
🩺 Today is World Hypertension Day 2026
High blood pressure or hypertension is known as the “silent killer” because many people do not even know they have it until serious complications occur.
🌍 According to the World Health Organization (WHO), around 1.4 billion people worldwide are living with hypertension, yet only 1 in 4 have it under control.
🇧🇩 In Bangladesh, nearly 1 in every 3 adults aged 30–79 years is affected by hypertension, while many cases remain undiagnosed.
Unchecked hypertension increases the risk of:
❤️ Heart attack
🧠 Stroke
🩺 Kidney disease
👁 Vision problems
⚠ Premature death
At Bangladesh Non Communicable Disease Forum (BNCDF), we encourage everyone to:
✅ Check blood pressure regularly
✅ Reduce salt intake
✅ Stay physically active
✅ Avoid to***co use
✅ Eat healthy foods
✅ Maintain a healthy weight
✅ Follow prescribed treatment regularly
📌 A simple blood pressure check can save lives.
📌 Know Your Numbers. Control Your Pressure. Protect Your Heart.
NCD Alliance Eminence Associates for Social Development World Health Organization South-East Asia Region - WHO SEARO World Health Organization (WHO)