Hypertension
Hypertension affects around 85 million people each year. This number is growing, according to the World Health Organization, which points the blame at processed foods and their high levels of salt. While hypertension is more common in young men than young women, a new study published in the journal of Biodemography and Social Biology showed serious gender disparities when it comes to diagnosing hypertension between the sexes.
The findings suggest that regular medical visits are critical for improving hypertension awareness among both men and women and encourage healthcare providers not to assume that women are in the clear.
