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Hypertension: Some Facts and Management

Hypertension: Some Facts and Management

Studies show about 33% urban and 25% rural Indians are hypertensive. Of these, 42% urban and 25% rural Indians are aware of their hypertensive status. Only 38% of urban and 25% of rural Indians are being treated for hypertension. One-fifth of urban and One-tenth of rural Indian hypertensive population have their BP under control.