From May 13 to May 19, 2024, the Krasivo sanatorium hosts a Week of prevention of high blood pressure (in honor of the World Day against Arterial Hypertension on May 17)

The week from May 13 to 19, 2024, the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation declared the Week of Prevention of high blood pressure (in honor of the World Day against Arterial Hypertension, which is celebrated on May 17). The medical staff of the Sanatorium Krasivo are joining the information campaign, they have prepared booklets, leaflets, talks, lectures, seminars, conferences, videos and popular science films on a significant topic for vacationers and employees.

More than 1.5 billion people worldwide suffer from arterial hypertension, while about 45% of people do not know that they have high blood pressure numbers. Arterial hypertension (AH) is one of the most common diseases of cardiovascular diseases in the world, which affects 20-30% of the adult population and can occur without any symptoms. Daily blood pressure monitoring will help to avoid the development of serious diseases of the cardiovascular system.

Prevention of arterial hypertension is of great importance. Regular physical activity, reduction of salt intake and consumption of at least 400 g of fruits and vegetables per day are very important for the human body. It is important to reduce the consumption of total fats. Control of cholesterol and blood sugar levels is also important. It is important to maintain a normal body weight. Stopping tobacco use and exposure to tobacco products and avoiding alcohol abuse is simply a necessary measure. Healthy sleep (at least 7-8 hours) and stress control are important for health. Take care of yourself. We wish you good health!