46% of Adults Over 18 Suffer from Hypertension in Pakistan
Health experts have revealed that 46% of adults over the age of 18 in Pakistan suffer from hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure. This alarming statistic highlights the growing health crisis in the country.
The primary causes of high blood pressure among young people in Pakistan include a sedentary lifestyle, excessive consumption of processed foods, and lack of exercise. Additionally, smoking and addiction to online gaming are contributing factors.
Experts from five leading medical societies have noted that around 18% of Pakistani youth over the age of 15 are also dealing with high blood pressure. The consequences of uncontrolled high blood pressure are severe. Increasingly, young adults are experiencing heart attacks and strokes due to complications from high blood p...