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description: "Quick Facts: Global Cardiovascular Diseases & Hypertension"
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## FACTS

#### CARDIVASCULAR DISEASES & HYPERTENSION

Stroke and cardiovascular diseases remain **one of the biggest health challenges worldwide**, affecting millions of people and placing a heavy burden on healthcare systems. While **90% of strokes are preventable**, many cases go undetected due to uncontrolled hypertension and lack of accessible monitoring tools.

 

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### Quick Facts: 

Global:

- - Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death worldwide, responsible for over 17.9 million deaths annually (WHO)
    - Hypertension (high blood pressure) affects 1.3 billion people globally, yet 50% of cases remain undiagnosed.
    - Hypertension is the #1 risk factor for stroke and heart attacks
    - 90% of strokes are preventable with early detection and lifestyle changes.
    - Controlled blood pressure is projected to save the global economy $5.3 trillion between 2030-2050.
    - Only 21% of diagnosed hypertension are controlled.

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### Quick Facts: 

Denmark:

- - Stroke is one of the leading causes of disability and death worldwide, and Denmark is no exception.
    - 1 in 5 Danes will experience a stroke in their lifetime.
    - Each year, around 12,000 Danes suffer a stroke.
    - 3,300 people die from strokes in Denmark every year.
    - 90% of strokes are preventable by addressing modifiable risk factors like high blood pressure, smoking, obesity, and inactivity.
    - Stroke is the leading cause of disability in Denmark, affecting mobility, speech, and cognitive function.
    - The total cost of stroke in Denmark exceeds DKK 9.5 billion annually, including healthcare costs and lost productivity.

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### QUICK FACTS:

Hypertension:

- - High blood pressure (hypertension) is the #1 risk factor for stroke. It increases the chances of both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes.
    - Many people with high blood pressure don’t experience symptoms, making regular monitoring crucial.
    - Traditional blood pressure monitoring is often inaccessible, leaving many undiagnosed and untreated.

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