With 45.2%, J&K has one of the highest prehypertension rate in India
Srinagar, March 26 -- A new study has revealed that Jammu and Kashmir has one of the highest prehypertension rates at 45.2 percent.
Conducted by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), the study has shed light on the concerning prevalence of prehypertension across various regions of India.
Published on March 18, the study has uncovered startling statistics, indicating a significant health challenge that demands immediate attention.
According to the study, which analyzed data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5), more than 33 percent of Indians suffer from prehypertension, a condition that often progresses to full-blown hypertension, significantly increasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases and other serious health ...
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