Hypertension in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
Low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) have been witnessing a significant shift toward raised blood pressure. In LMICs, only 1 in 3 are aware of their hypertension status. The rising burden widens the inequality gap, contributes to massive economic hardships of patients and carers, and increases costs to the health system. Global actions include the HEARTS technical package and the push for universal health care. Lowering blood pressure in LMICs requires urgent global political and scientific
