Cardiovascular diseases: One in four Africans would be hypertensive

Author: linfodrome.comPublished on: September 18, 2026Country: Niger
Health
Cardiovascular diseases: One in four Africans would be hypertensive

During the African Day of Interventional Cardiology, Professor Touré Ali Ibrahim warned about the rise of cardiovascular diseases in Africa, stating that one in four Africans is hypertensive. He emphasized that many are unaware of their health status, which can lead to serious complications such as strokes. The lack of screening is a key factor in this concerning situation.

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