Hypertension in Community: Rule of halves

Hypertension in Community, the rule of halves.

Hypertension is a common public health problem. The trend of prevalence of hypertension is increasing with the development of newer technological, easy life style, less physical activities and increasing amount of processed food consumption.

Of the total population, 50% have hypertension both diagnosed and undiagnosed. Only 50% out of all hypertensive cases 50% seek medical attention. Of the total 50% of diagnosed cases, 50% take medicine and 50% do not. Of the 50% who take medicine, only 50% are adeuately treated and the rest 50 % are not.

Hypertension in Community, the rule of halves.