Prof Rabia Johnson and Dr Hannah Fokkens, Senior Scientist
Hypertension in Africa: An Escalating Public Health Crisis
/ 16 May 2025

Hypertension in Africa: An Escalating Public Health Crisis

As the world marks World Hypertension Day on 17 May and observes May Measurement Month, the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) is calling on healthcare providers to make blood pressure checks a routine part of every patient visit. The SAMRC is also urging the government to integrate regular screenings into school health programmes, laying […]