Recently, the commissioner revealed that 30 per cent of the state’s residents suffer from hypertension, with 70 per cent unaware of their condition.
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The campaign is part of the national “10 Million Project,” an initiative by the Nigeria Governors’ Forum implemented through the Commissioners for Health Forum, aimed at screening 10 million Nigerians for hypertension and diabetes. He added that diabetes has a six per cent prevalence rate, translating to 1.73 million residents, with 50 per cent unaware of their status.The health commissioner emphasised the significance of early detection and management of hypertension and diabetes in reducing complications such as heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure.Support journalism driven by facts, created by Nigerians for Nigerians. Our thorough, researched reporting relies on the support of readers like you.
He appealed to religious organisations, community leaders, and social influencers to amplify awareness about the campaign. Both hypertension and diabetes share common risk factors, such as unhealthy diets, physical inactivity, and being overweight or obese.
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