Along with the rest of the world, health units across Longleng district observed “World Hypertension Day” under the theme, “Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control it, Live Longer” on May 17.
According to a DIPR report, the day was also observed at Community Health Centre (CHC) Yachem and Primary Health Centre (PHC) Yongnyah.
During the programme, District Program Officer (DPO) Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) Longleng, Dr. Lenpichang, sensitised the public about hypertension and advised everyone to maintain normal body weight, exercise regularly and to maintain a healthy diet. He also advised everyone present to regularly check their blood pressure.
He highlighted the risk factors for high blood pressure and highlighted the key facts of hypertension and its symptoms, prevention and treatment. Medical officer (Ayush) of Yachem CHC, Dr. Visino Nakhro also counselled the participants.