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Public Health Interventions for Hypertension in Africa: A Case Study in Nigeria (www.kiu.ac.ug)

Hypertension, often referred to as the "silent killer," is a growing public health challenge in Nigeria, with alarming rates of prevalence and significant implications for cardiovascular diseases, stroke, kidney failure, and premature mortality. The rising burden of hypertension in Nigeria is fueled by urbanization, unhealthy lifestyles, poor dietary habits, lack of physical activity, high alcohol consumption, and tobacco use. Despite its recognition as a critical health issue, many Nigerians remain undiagnosed or inadequately treated, especially in rural areas where healthcare access is limit…