Global Hypertension Crisis: Over a Billion Unaware of Risk,New Report Reveals
A groundbreaking new report reveals that over one billion people worldwide are living wiht undiagnosed hypertension,placing them at important risk of cardiovascular disease,stroke,and premature death. The findings, released today, underscore a critical gap in global health awareness and access to care.
The report, funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies, highlights the scale of the hidden hypertension crisis, demonstrating that a significant portion of the global population is unaware of their condition and therefore not receiving necessary treatment. High blood pressure is a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke,responsible for an estimated 10.4 million deaths annually.
the collaborative effort involved Resolve to Save Lives, working with partners in over 60 countries as 2017 to address the world’s deadliest health threats, and the World Health Institution (WHO). Bloomberg Philanthropies invests in 700 cities and 150 countries, allocating $3.7 billion in 2024 to initiatives focused on public health, among other key areas.
Resolve to Save Lives works to establish local and global partnerships to implement solutions for pressing health challenges.Bloomberg Associates, a philanthropic consulting firm, provides expertise to cities worldwide. Further details on Bloomberg Philanthropies can be found at Bloomberg.org, and updates are available via newsletter registration and social media channels including Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Threads, Facebook, and X. Details on Resolve to Save Lives are available at resolvetosavelives.org and on LinkedIn. the WHO maintains a presence on TikTok, Pinterest, and YouTube.
