By Daniel Agbesi Latsu
Kadjebi (O/R), May 18, GNA – The Kadjebi District Health Directorate joined the global observance of World Hypertension Day on May 17 by conducting free blood pressure screening under the Ghana Health Service’s “Operation Measure 1 Million People” campaign.
Speaking to the Ghana News Agency (GNA), Mr Eric Nana Takyi, Kadjebi District Director of Health Services, disclosed that the district has recorded more than 500 hypertension cases currently being managed at various health facilities.
He explained that May has been designated as Hypertension Month to intensify public awareness and promote early detection and management of high blood pressure.
“As part of national efforts, the Ghana Health Service is implementing the ‘Operation Measure 1 Million People’ campaign, and the Kadjebi District is actively participating,” he said.
Mr Takyi noted that free blood pressure screening exercises are ongoing at all health facilities across the district to help identify cases early and prevent complications such as stroke, heart attack, and kidney failure.
He described hypertension as a “silent killer,” explaining that many people unknowingly live with the condition because it often presents no early symptoms.
“Regular screening remains the only way for individuals to know their blood pressure status,” he stressed.
Mr Takyi urged residents — including traders, farmers, teachers, and civil servants — to take advantage of the free screening exercise by visiting nearby Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds, health centres, and hospitals.
“Knowing your numbers can save your life and the lives of your loved ones,” he advised.
He further appealed to churches, mosques, schools, and community groups to mobilise their members to participate in the screening exercise throughout the month of May.
World Hypertension Day is observed annually on May 17 to raise awareness about the dangers of high
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Edited by Maxwell Awumah /Audrey Dekalu