scholarly journals May Measurement Month 2018: an analysis of blood pressure screening results from Bangladesh

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (Supplement_H) ◽  
pp. H20-H22
Author(s):  
Fazila-Tun-Nesa Malik ◽  
Mohammad Abdullah Al Mamun ◽  
Mir Ishraquzzaman ◽  
Mohammad Kalimuddin ◽  
Tawfiq Shahriar Huq ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Antihypertensive Medication ◽  
Communicable Disease ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Blood Pressure Measurement ◽  
National Level ◽  
Uncontrolled Hypertension ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Public Health Programme ◽  
Hypertension Detection

Abstract Elevated blood pressure (BP) is a growing burden worldwide, leading to over 10 million deaths each year. According to Non-communicable disease (NCD) Risk Factors Survey Bangladesh 2010, one-fifth (21.9%) of adults aged 25 years or more have hypertension. Almost one-third of the adult population did not have their BP measured in their lifetime in Bangladesh. National Heart Foundation of Bangladesh participated in May Measurement Month (MMM) 2018 as a part of a global initiative aimed at raising awareness of high BP and to act as a temporary solution to the lack of screening programmes nationally. An opportunistic cross-sectional survey of volunteers aged ≥18 years was carried out in May 2018. Blood pressure measurement, the definition of hypertension and statistical analysis followed the MMM protocol. Data were collected from 10 screening sites in 9 districts in Bangladesh. A total of 5208 individuals were screened during MMM18. After multiple imputation, 1750 (33.6%) had hypertension. Among the 1750 participants with hypertension, 1312 (75.0%) were aware of having hypertension. Among those that were not on antihypertensive medication, 15.2% were hypertensive and among those that were on antihypertensive medication 33.6% had uncontrolled hypertension. The present study showed that opportunistic screening can identify significant numbers of people with raised BP. A periodic public health programme at a national level needs to be initiated to increase hypertension detection and control rates and thus for prevention of cardiovascular diseases.

scholarly journals May Measurement Month 2018: an analysis of blood pressure screening results from Chile

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (Supplement_H) ◽  
pp. H37-H39
Author(s):  
Fernando Lanas ◽  
Maria Soledad Garcia ◽  
Melanie Paccot ◽  
Jimena Peña ◽  
Pamela Torres ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Antihypertensive Medication ◽  
Blood Pressure Measurement ◽  
National Health Survey ◽  
Uncontrolled Hypertension ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Systematic Screening ◽  
Temporary Solution ◽  
Global Initiative

Abstract Hypertension is highly prevalent in Chile. The National Health Survey 2016–17 reported a 27.6% prevalence, 68.7% awareness, and 33.3% of hypertensives had controlled blood pressure (BP). May Measurement Month (MMM) is a global initiative aimed at raising awareness of high BP and to act as a temporary solution to the lack of screening programmes worldwide. A cross-sectional survey of volunteers aged ≥18 years old was carried out in May 2018. Blood pressure measurement, the definition of hypertension, and statistical analysis followed the MMM protocol. Ninety-four sites participated, most of them from the Public Health System outpatient clinics distributed along the country. In addition, universities, clinical research sites, and private clinics participated. Hypertension was diagnosed as mean systolic BP ≥140 mmHg and/or diastolic BP ≥90 mmHg or receiving antihypertensive medication. Overall 9344 individuals were screened. After multiple imputation, hypertension prevalence was 29.2%, of which 64.0% were aware of their condition. Of those aware of their hypertension diagnosis, 87.7% were receiving antihypertensive medication and 56.1% of the total number of hypertensives were on antihypertensive medication. Moreover, 15.3% of the participants who were not receiving treatment were considered potential hypertensives identified in the MMM18. MMM18 was one of the largest BP screening campaigns performed in Chile. It demonstrated a high prevalence of hypertension with one-third of these individuals having controlled BP. The high percentage of persons untreated or with uncontrolled hypertension while on pharmacologic treatment suggests that systematic screening programmes may be a useful tool to improve hypertension control in Chile.

scholarly journals May Measurement Month 2018: an analysis of blood pressure screening results from Spain

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (Supplement_H) ◽  
pp. H119-H121
Author(s):  
Enrique Rodilla ◽  
Ana Molinero ◽  
Teresa Gijón-Conde ◽  
Salvador Tous ◽  
José A Fornós ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Antihypertensive Medication ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Blood Pressure Measurement ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Systematic Screening ◽  
Additional Information ◽  
Set Up ◽  
Definition Of

Abstract Elevated blood pressure (BP) is the single most important contributing risk factor to the global disease burden, leading to over 10 million deaths each year. In Spain, hypertension (HTN) affects around 20% of the adult population and remains the greatest attributable cause of cardiovascular mortality. May Measurement Month (MMM) is a worldwide initiative aimed at increasing awareness of HTN and to improve the lack of screening programmes worldwide. An opportunistic cross-sectional survey of volunteers aged 18 and over was carried out in May 2018. Blood pressure measurement, the definition of HTN and statistical analysis followed the standard MMM protocol. Anthropometric data and responses to questionnaires on demographic, lifestyle, and environmental factors were obtained as additional information. Screening sites mainly in community pharmacies, universities, primary care centres, HTN units, and cardiovascular departments in hospitals were set up across Spain as part of this initiative. In total, 7646 individuals (63.5% female) were screened during MMM18. After multiple imputation, 40.0% had HTN, of whom 74.4% were aware of their diagnosis and 69.6% were taking antihypertensive medication. Of individuals not receiving antihypertensive medication, 16.9% were hypertensive. Of individuals receiving antihypertensive medication, 36.4% had uncontrolled BP. MMM18 almost doubled the number of participants of MMM17 and was the largest BP screening campaign ever undertaken in Spain, showing that in the absence of systematic screening programmes for HTN, MMM can identify a great number of individuals at risk, increasing their awareness and attracting the interest of the healthcare system in Spain.

scholarly journals Blood pressure screening results from May Measurement Month 2019 in Vietnam

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (Supplement_B) ◽  
pp. B154-B157
Author(s):  
Huynh Van Minh ◽  
Neil R Poulter ◽  
Nguyen Lan Viet ◽  
Cao Thuc Sinh ◽  
Phan Nam Hung ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Antihypertensive Medication ◽  
Blood Pressure Measurement ◽  
Uncontrolled Hypertension ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Multiple Imputations ◽  
Temporary Solution ◽  
Global Initiative

Abstract Elevated blood pressure (BP) is a growing burden worldwide, leading to over 10 million deaths each year. May Measurement Month (MMM) is a global initiative to raise awareness of high BP and act as a temporary solution to the lack of screening programmes worldwide. We aimed to screen for hypertension and cardiovascular risk factors in people aged ≥18 years in the community, thereby defining the proportion of subjects with elevated BP and assess the awareness and the effectiveness of its treatment. An opportunistic cross-sectional survey of volunteers aged ≥18 years was carried out in May 2019. Blood pressure measurement, the definition of hypertension and statistical analysis followed the standard MMM protocol. From May 2019 to June 2019, through 10 cities/provinces in Vietnam, 25 887 individuals with mean age 48.7 (SD ±17.7) years were screened. After multiple imputations, 8758 (33.8%) had hypertension. Of individuals not receiving antihypertensive medication, 3025 (15.0%) were hypertensive. Of individuals receiving antihypertensive medication, 2800 (48.8%) had uncontrolled BP. Raised BP [systolic BP (SBP) ≥140 mmHg and/or diastolic BP (DBP) ≥90 mmHg] was also associated with additional risk factors including smoking, alcohol intake, previous hypertension in pregnancy, and obesity. May Measurement Month 2019 was the most extensive BP screening campaign ever undertaken in Vietnam. Undiagnosed and uncontrolled hypertension in Vietnam remains a substantial health problem. Local campaigns applying standardized methods such as MMM 2019 will be beneficial to screen for the significant number of individuals with raised BP and increase the awareness of hypertension.

scholarly journals May Measurement Month 2019: an analysis of blood pressure screening results from Ecuador

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (Supplement_B) ◽  
pp. B55-B58
Author(s):  
Ernesto Peñaherrera ◽  
Maria Ramírez ◽  
Rubén Peñaherrera ◽  
Yan C Duarte ◽  
Silvia Cáceres ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Risk Factor ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Antihypertensive Medication ◽  
Blood Pressure Measurement ◽  
Uncontrolled Hypertension ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Screening Programs

Abstract Arterial hypertension is a growing burden worldwide, leading to over 10.8 million deaths each year. In Ecuador, it is the main risk factor for the major cause of death, coronary, and cerebrovascular disease [GBD 2017 Risk Factor Collaborators. Global, regional, and national comparative risk assessment of 84 behavioral, environmental and occupational, and metabolic risks or clusters of risks for 195 countries and territories, 1990-2017: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2017. Lancet 2018;392:1923–1994]. The May Measurement Month Campaign in 2019 (MMM19) is a global initiative of the International Society of Hypertension aimed at raising awareness of high blood pressure (BP) and to act as a temporary solution to the lack of screening programs worldwide. A volunteer cross-sectional survey was carried out in May 2019 across 42 health centres in Ecuador. The average age was 51 (SD ±17.6) years. Blood pressure measurement, the definition of hypertension (mean of the second and third BP measurement ≥140/90 mmHg or who were medicated for high BP), and statistical analysis followed the standard MMM protocol. In total, 15 885 volunteers participated in MMM19. After multiple imputation, 6654 (41.9%) had hypertension. Of individuals not receiving antihypertensive medication, 2383 (20.5%) were hypertensive. Of individuals receiving antihypertensive medication, 1004 (23.5%) had uncontrolled BP. May Measurement Month 2019 was the largest BP screening campaign done in Ecuador. In the survey, including 6654 participants with hypertension, only 49.1% had their BP values controlled (<140/90 mmHg). May Measurement Month 2019 demonstrated a high prevalence of hypertension among volunteer screenees in our country. The high percentage of persons untreated or with uncontrolled hypertension while on pharmacologic treatment suggest that appropriate screening can help to identify a significant number of people with high BP. These data should attract the attention of health care providers and the healthcare system in Ecuador.

scholarly journals May Measurement Month 2018: an analysis of blood pressure screening results from Ecuador

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (Supplement_H) ◽  
pp. H53-H55
Author(s):  
Ernesto Peñaherrera ◽  
Thomas Beaney ◽  
Anca Chis Ster ◽  
Neil R Poulter ◽  
Jose Villalba ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Antihypertensive Medication ◽  
Blood Pressure Measurement ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Raising Awareness ◽  
Health Centres ◽  
Temporary Solution ◽  
Global Initiative ◽  
Definition Of

Abstract Elevated blood pressure (BP) is a growing burden worldwide, leading to over 10 million deaths each year. May Measurement Month (MMM) is a global initiative by the International Society of Hypertension (ISH) aimed at raising awareness of high BP and to act as a temporary solution to the lack of screening programmes worldwide. An opportunistic cross-sectional survey of volunteers aged ≥18 was carried out in May 2018. A volunteer cross-sectional survey was carried out in May 2017 across 33 health centres. Blood pressure measurement, the definition of hypertension (HTN) (mean of the 2nd and 3rd BP measurement ≥ 140/90 mmHg or who were medicated for high BP), and statistical analysis followed the standard MMM protocol. In total, 11 922 individuals (53.7% female) were screened during MMM18. After multiple imputation, 4563 (38.3%) had HTN. Of individuals not receiving antihypertensive medication, 1302 (15.0%) were hypertensive. Of individuals receiving antihypertensive medication, 933 (28.6%) had uncontrolled BP. MMM18 was the largest BP screening campaign done in Ecuador. Hypertension was detected in 38.4% of those screened and almost 4 out of 10 were either not on treatment or were not controlled to the BP goal. These results suggest that appropriate screening can help to identify a significant number of people with high BP. These data should attract the attention of doctors and health care system in Ecuador.

scholarly journals May Measurement Month 2018: an analysis of blood pressure screening results from Nepal

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (Supplement_H) ◽  
pp. H92-H95
Author(s):  
Tara Ballav Adhikari ◽  
Harikrishna Bhattarai ◽  
Kamal Ranabhat ◽  
Pratik Khanal ◽  
Shiva Raj Mishra ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Antihypertensive Treatment ◽  
National Level ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Hypertension Detection ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Raising Awareness ◽  
Global Initiative ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
And Control

Abstract Raised blood pressure (BP) is a leading risk factor for mortality globally and in Nepal. May Measurement Month (MMM) is a global initiative aimed at screening for hypertension and raising awareness on high BP worldwide. This study provides the results of the 2018 MMM (MMM18) in Nepal. An opportunistic cross-sectional survey of volunteers aged ≥18 years was carried out in May 2018 nationwide. The standard MMM protocol was followed for BP measurement, the definition of hypertension, and statistical analysis. The campaign was publicized through various social media for recruiting volunteers and inviting participation. A total of 15 561 (58.7% male) from 35 districts of Nepal were screened in MMM18, of which 4 321 (27.8%) had hypertension. A total of 2 633 (19.0%) of 13 873 individuals who were not on antihypertensive treatment were found to be hypertensive. Of those on medication, 799 (47.4%) had uncontrolled BP. Systolic blood pressure (SBP) and diastolic blood pressure (DBP) were significantly higher in people on antihypertensive treatment, smokers, and alcohol drinkers compared with those who were not on antihypertensive treatment, smokers, and alcohol drinkers, respectively. Likewise, SBP and DBP steadily increased across increasing body mass index categories. MMM18 was the largest BP screening campaign undertaken in Nepal. MMM has highlighted the importance of a periodic public health program at the national level to increase awareness on hypertension detection and control rate, and thus, the prevention of cardiovascular diseases.

scholarly journals May Measurement Month 2018: an analysis of blood pressure screening results from Slovenia

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (Supplement_H) ◽  
pp. H112-H114
Author(s):  
Nina Božič ◽  
Judita Knez ◽  
Primož Dolenc ◽  
Barbara Salobir ◽  
Andrej Erhartič ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Antihypertensive Medication ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Blood Pressure Measurement ◽  
Newly Diagnosed ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Global Initiative ◽  
Number Of Individuals ◽  
Different Parts

Abstract Elevated blood pressure (BP) is a growing burden worldwide, contributing to over 10 million deaths each year. May Measurement Month (MMM) is a global initiative organized by the International Society of Hypertension aimed to raise awareness of high BP. In May 2018, we carried out an opportunistic cross-sectional survey of volunteers from different parts of the country aged ≥18 years. Blood pressure measurement followed the standard MMM protocol and statistical analysis mean of the last 2 of 3 readings was used, where these were unavailable additional imputations were performed. In total, 4883 individuals (61.0% female) were screened during the whole month of May in 91 primary and secondary health facilities, pharmacies and through an online survey. After multiple imputation, 2841 (58.2%) had HTN. Of individuals not receiving antihypertensive medication, 850 (29.4%) were hypertensive. Of those receiving antihypertensive medication, 1025 (51.5%) had uncontrolled BP. MMM18 was the largest BP screening campaign undertaken in Slovenia. A substantial number of people with possible HTN were identified and referred to general practitioners for further management. The high number of individuals with HTN, with newly diagnosed HTN and with uncontrolled BP despite medication, confirms a real need for such screening programmes in our country.

scholarly journals May Measurement Month 2018: an analysis of blood pressure screening results from Vietnam

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (Supplement_H) ◽  
pp. H139-H141
Author(s):  
Huynh Van Minh ◽  
Nguyen Lan Viet ◽  
Cao Thuc Sinh ◽  
Phan Nam Hung ◽  
Nguyen Thi Mong Ngoc ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Antihypertensive Medication ◽  
Blood Pressure Measurement ◽  
Asia Pacific ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Additional Risk ◽  
Obesity And Diabetes ◽  
Definition Of

Abstract Vietnam in the Asia Pacific region has a high hypertension (HTN) prevalence. The May Measurement Month (MMM) program was enthusiastically responded to in Vietnam by launching and deploying it across the whole country from 2017. The aims of the MMM 2018 program in Vietnam were to screen at least 15 000 people aged 18 and over across the country; to inform participants of the risks associated with HTN; and thereby define the proportion of subjects with elevated blood pressure (BP) and assess the awareness and the effectiveness of its treatment. An opportunistic cross-sectional survey of volunteers aged ≥ 18 was carried out in May 2018. Blood pressure measurement, the definition of HTN, and statistical analysis followed the standard MMM protocol. From May 2018 to June 2018, through 10 cities/provinces in Vietnam, 17 332 individuals with mean age 47.0 ± 17.9 years were screened during MMM18. After multiple imputation, 5260 (30.3%) had HTN. Of individuals not receiving antihypertensive medication, 1956 (13.9%) were hypertensive. Of patients receiving antihypertensive medication, 1540 (46.6%) had uncontrolled BP. Those who had HTN also displayed many additional risk factors similarly to MMM 2017 including smoking, alcohol, overweight-obesity, and diabetes. In conclusion, MMM 2018 campaign is a continuation program of MMM 2017 that has promoted the strength of the BP screening survey in the community in Vietnam, which hopefully will influence on awareness of disease prevention in this century. The next steps of the program will have special innovations on how to reduce the frequency of focusing on variable risk factors to change the overall picture of HTN in Vietnam.

scholarly journals May Measurement Month 2019: an analysis of blood pressure screening results from Armenia

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (Supplement_B) ◽  
pp. B15-B17
Author(s):  
Parounak Zelveian ◽  
Samvel Hayrumyan ◽  
Svetlana Gourgenyan ◽  
Zoya Hakobyan ◽  
Hovhannes Kzhdryan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Blood Pressure Measurement ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Cardiovascular Death ◽  
Capital City ◽  
Uncontrolled Hypertension ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Public Areas ◽  
Temporary Solution

Abstract Elevated blood pressure (BP) is an enormous public health problem and a growing burden worldwide and the biggest single risk factor for cardiovascular death. May Measurement Month (MMM) is a global initiative aimed to raise awareness of high BP and to act as a temporary solution to the lack of screening programmes worldwide. An opportunistic cross-sectional survey of volunteers aged ≥18 years was carried out in May to July 2019. Blood pressure measurement, the definition of hypertension and statistical analysis followed the standard MMM protocol. The study was conducted in public areas (23 sites in the capital city Yerevan and 13 in other regions), both indoor and outdoor, as well as in primary and secondary healthcare centres. In total, 9818 individuals (11.3% participated in either MMM2017/2018 or both) were screened of which 9786 had three BP measurements available, 1.6% of them reported never having had their BP measured. The mean age of screened participants was 47.6 (SD ± 16.5) years, 61.9% were female. After multiple imputation, 41.6% of participants had hypertension and 72.8% of them were aware of their high BP, 65.4% were on treatment, and of those treated, 46.5% had controlled BP (<140/90 mmHg). Of 4088 participants with hypertension, 30.4% had controlled BP. Of all risk factors analysed, reported use of anti-hypertensive medication and a previous diagnosis of hypertension were the strongest predictors of higher levels of BP. We found that the prevalence of hypertension, untreated and treated, but uncontrolled hypertension is still substantial in Armenia, which maybe a vital contributor to the growing burden of non-communicable diseases.

scholarly journals May Measurement Month 2019: blood pressure screening results from Chile

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (Supplement_B) ◽  
pp. B40-B42
Author(s):  
Fernando Lanas ◽  
María Soledad Garcia ◽  
Melanie Paccot ◽  
Thomas Beaney ◽  
Xin Xia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Antihypertensive Medication ◽  
Blood Pressure Measurement ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Public ◽  
Multiple Imputations ◽  
Raising Awareness ◽  
Measurement Protocol ◽  
Global Initiative

Abstract Hypertension is a major preventable cause of death worldwide. May Measurement Month (MMM) is a global initiative aimed at raising awareness of high blood pressure (BP) and identifying individuals with increased BP. A cross-sectional survey of volunteers aged ≥18 years old was carried out in May 2019 in Chile. Participating sites were distributed across the country, most of them from the Public Health System outpatient clinics. In addition, clinical research sites, universities, and private clinics participated. Blood pressure measurement protocol, hypertension categories, and statistical analysis followed the MMM protocol. Hypertension was diagnosed as mean systolic BP ≥140 mmHg and/or diastolic BP ≥90 mmHg or receiving antihypertensive medication. Overall, 6876 individuals were screened. After multiple imputations, hypertension prevalence was 35.4%, of which 65.9% were aware of their condition. While 60.1% were on antihypertensive medication and 34.4% of the total number of hypertensives had their BP controlled. Of participants not receiving antihypertensive treatment, 17.9% were identified as hypertensive. The MMM 2019 survey demonstrated a high proportion of participants with hypertension, with only one-third of these individuals having controlled BP (systolic BP <140 mmHg and diastolic BP <90 mmHg). The high percentage of participants with hypertension who were either untreated (39.9%) or were treated but uncontrolled (57.2%) suggesting that such opportunistic screening programmes may be a useful tool to improve hypertension control in Chile.

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