Need to Raise Awareness on High Blood Pressure

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By Surihe Gaomas

WINDHOEK

Namibians are urged to take the issue of high blood pressure seriously by going for regular medical check-ups.

High blood pressure is one of the leading causes of death in the country.

The Permanent Secretary of Health and Social Services, Kahijoro Kahuure, made the call when he officially launched the National Pharmacy Week 2007 on Tuesday. This year’s theme is “High Blood Pressure – the Silent Killer”.

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