Latin America must cut blood pressure to thrive

Combating high blood pressure is a global challenge. But while developed countries have enjoyed reductions in cardiovascular disease over recent decades, Latin America has been less fortunate. In fact new research published in the journal Therapeutic Advances in Cardiovascular Disease shows that high blood pressure is on the increase in many Latin American countries, a situation set to worsen unless immediate action is taken.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news165217659.html">Latin America must cut blood pressure to thrive</a></p> <p>Combating high blood pressure is a global challenge. But while developed countries have enjoyed reductions in cardiovascular disease over recent decades, Latin America has been less fortunate. In fact new research published in the journal <i>Therapeutic Advances in Cardiovascular Disease</i> shows that high blood pressure is on the increase in many Latin American countries, a situation set to worsen unless immediate action is taken.</p>