Health screening in Gujarat shows Surge in Hypertension Cases

GANDHINAGAR,GUJARAT: Recent health check-ups conducted by Gujarat’s health department have revealed concerning trend of a phenomenal increase in hypertension cases. The health centres across Gujarat conducted all-comprehensive assessment for non-communicable diseases, which found the high prevalence of hypertension cases.

Based on data provided, 2.54 crores tested persons revealed about 16.23 lakhs of hypertension cases. Following around 7,000 cancer patients and 11.70 crore diabetics, hypertension had the highest frequency among examined population.

Every Friday the Gujarat government offers free healthcare screening to help prevent and control non-communicable diseases. Under the state-wide “Niramay Gujarat” campaign, which seeks early diagnosis and treatment of chronic diseases in the area, these tests are a component. The frequency of diseases including hypertension and diabetes is much influenced by stress, inactive lifestyles, lack of sleep and bad eating habits.

Commonly known as high blood pressure, hypertension is the disorder in which the force of the blood against the artery walls is regularly too high. Serious medical issues including stroke and heart disease can follow from this. Often referred to as a “silent killer,” hypertension usually shows no symptoms, hence early identification and regular screening are rather important.

All people over the age of 30 should, according to medical experts, have at least once annual health check-ups at their closest government health center. Early identification and treatment of hypertension, diabetes, and other chronic diseases depend especially on this. Suspicious symptoms identified during screenings are quickly sent to government hospitals for additional investigation and treatment.

Every district of Gujarat now has day-care chemotherapy facilities set to assist cancer patients. These facilities guarantee prompt treatment and help to lower the demand for long-distance travel by offering necessary therapy near to patients’ residences.

Every Friday is “Niramaya Day,” as part of the “Niramay Gujarat” campaign. Medical camps set up on both rural and urban levels on this day provide public with free tests and consultations. This project seeks to raise knowledge, encourage early diagnosis, and offer prompt treatment for non-communicative disorders.