High Blood Pressure Persists as Australia’s Primary Killer, Decades of Data Confirms

Despite advancements in healthcare, high blood pressure remains a significant concern.
High Blood Pressure Persists as Australia’s Primary Killer, Decades of Data Confirms
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High blood pressure remains Australia’s top killer for three decades, emphasising a critical need for nationwide interventions to tackle the silent threat, new research reveals.

About 34 percent of adults have high blood pressure, yet it’s often overlooked in national health plans, particularly in Australia, which lags in managing hypertension.

Isabella Rayner
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Isabella Rayner is a reporter based in Melbourne, Australia. She is an author and editor for WellBeing, WILD, and EatWell Magazines.
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