This World Kidney Day, Boehringer Ingelheim encourages Filipinos to prioritize kidney and heart health in 2025 by managing blood pressure and getting checked for chronic kidney disease (CKD).
The start of every new year is a time for fresh starts and healthier habits. Yet, for millions of Filipinos chronic health conditions like hypertension and CKD remain silent threats that require urgent attention. Hypertensive diseases were ranked as the fifth leading cause of death in the country in 2022.[1]
Hypertension occurs when blood pressure is persistently above normal. A variety of reasons can build to it, and some risk factors include being overweight, a high intake of salt, alcohol, and coffee, not eating enough fruits and vegetables, not getting enough exercise, smoking, and stress.[2]
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A patient gets their blood pressure checked during the Get CheCKD event in Ayala Malls Manila Bay, highlighting the importance of early detection and regular monitoring in managing hypertension and preventing chronic kidney disease (CKD). |