US EditionHigh Blood Pressure in Children Nearly Doubles Worldwide
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A recent study shows a worrying increase in high blood pressure in children and adolescents.
According to a new study published in the journal Lancet, the rate of high blood pressure in children and adolescents worldwide has nearly doubled since 2000. High blood pressure in childhood can significantly increase the risk of heart disease later in life.
High Blood Pressure in Children Nearly Doubles Worldwide
High blood pressure is no longer just an adult concern; children around the world are now facing it at alarming rates. A comprehensive international study reviewing data from more than 400,000 kids found that between 2000 and 2020, hypertension in boys jumped from 3.40 percent to 6.53 percent. Girls saw a similar increase, rising from 3.02 percent to 5.82 percent. Researchers, who published their findings in The Lancet, found the strongest link …
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