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 An analysis of blood pressure screening of 21 112 participants in Armenia: May Measurement Month 2018

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (Supplement_H) ◽  
pp. H14-H16
Author(s):  
Parounak Zelveian ◽  
Avag Avagyan ◽  
Arsen Minasyan ◽  
Samvel Hayrumyan ◽  
Svetlana Gourgenyan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Blood Pressure Measurement ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Disability Adjusted Life ◽  
Life Years ◽  
Public Areas ◽  
Temporary Solution ◽  
Global Initiative ◽  
Definition Of

Abstract Elevated blood pressure (BP) is a growing burden worldwide and is the leading cause of mortality and disability-adjusted life years all over the world. 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 was carried out in May to July 2018. Blood pressure measurement, the definition of hypertension (HTN) and statistical analysis followed the standard MMM protocol. The study was conducted in public areas (17 sites in Yerevan and 22 in regions), both indoor and outdoor, as well as in 78 primary care centres. A total of 21 112 individuals were screened during MMM18, of which 20 732 had three BP measurements available. The mean age of screened individuals was 46.2 ± 17.3 years, 57.8% were female. At the time of screening, 26.1% were on antihypertensive medication. After imputation, the percentage of participants with HTN was 38.7%, and 76.7% of them were aware of their high BP. Of participants receiving treatment, 47.1% had a controlled BP. MMM18 was the largest BP screening campaign undertaken in Armenia. We found that the proportion of HTN is substantial in Armenia, which may be a vital contributor to the growing burden of non-communicable diseases. Our results also suggest that untreated HTN is common and when treated still not adequately controlled in Armenia. The current situation, with an insufficient control rate of HTN, must be changed as soon as possible.

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 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 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 2019: an analysis of blood pressure screening results from Mauritius

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (Supplement_B) ◽  
pp. B101-B103
Author(s):  
Sudhirsen Kowlessur ◽  
Bhoosun Ori ◽  
Jaysing Heecharan ◽  
Xin Xia ◽  
Neil R Poulter ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Blood Pressure Measurement ◽  
World Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Rural And Urban Areas ◽  
Rural And Urban ◽  
Temporary Solution ◽  
Health Organization

Abstract Hypertension is a growing burden worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 1.13 billion people worldwide suffer from hypertension. May Measurement Month (MMM) 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 programmes worldwide. We provide the results of the 2019 MMM (MMM19) edition in Mauritius. This cross-sectional survey of participants aged ≥ 18 years was carried out in May 2019. Hypertension was defined as systolic BP of at least 140 mmHg or diastolic BP of at least 90 mmHg or in those on antihypertensive medication. Blood pressure measurement and statistical analysis followed the standard MMM protocol. Screening was conducted by the Non-Communicable Diseases and Health Promotion Unit, which is under the aegis of the Ministry of Health and Wellness, mainly in workplaces and community centres, in both rural and urban areas across Mauritius. Of the 8262 individuals screened, after multiple imputations, 950 (14%) had untreated hypertension. May Measurement Month 2019 was the largest BP screening campaign undertaken in Mauritius. These results suggest that MMM19 is useful in the identification of potential patients with raised BP.

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 in South Africa

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (Supplement_H) ◽  
pp. H115-H118
Author(s):  
Angela J Woodiwiss ◽  
Ruan Kruger ◽  
Gavin R Norton ◽  
Aletta E Schutte ◽  
Caitlynd Myburgh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Uncontrolled Hypertension ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
University Campuses ◽  
Awareness Campaigns ◽  
Hypertension Awareness ◽  
Temporary Solution ◽  
General Populations

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 of the International Society of Hypertension (ISH) aimed at raising awareness of high BP and acting as a temporary solution to the lack of screening programmes worldwide. As part of MMM, screening in South Africa in 2017 revealed that 24.5% of adults (mean age = 31 years) have hypertension and only half of those with hypertension had controlled BP. These data highlight the need for continued screening and awareness campaigns. An opportunistic cross-sectional survey of volunteers aged ≥18 years was carried out in May 2018. Blood pressure measurements, the definition of hypertension and statistical analyses followed the MMM protocol. The sites screened were general populations and university campuses in preference to hospitals and clinics, aiming to raise awareness and allow access to screening to those less likely to be aware of their BP. In total, 2965 individuals (age 40.5 ± 18.2 years) were screened. After multiple imputation for missing BP readings, 34.6% had hypertension, only 56.7% of those with hypertension were aware, 21.2% of those not receiving treatment for hypertension were hypertensive, and a large proportion (42.5%) of individuals receiving antihypertensive medication had uncontrolled BP. These results suggest that opportunistic screening campaigns can identify significant numbers with undiagnosed and uncontrolled hypertension. The high proportions of individuals with undiagnosed and treated uncontrolled hypertension highlight the need for hypertension awareness campaigns and more rigorous management of hypertension.

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

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (Supplement_H) ◽  
pp. H8-H10
Author(s):  
Savarino Victória Pereira ◽  
Marisa Neto ◽  
Ana Feijão ◽  
Pombalino Oliveira ◽  
Maria Brandão ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Blood Pressure Measurement ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Raising Awareness ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Huge Impact ◽  
Temporary Solution ◽  
Global Initiative ◽  
Definition Of

Abstract Elevated blood pressure (BP) is a growing burden worldwide with high prevalence in the world and with a huge impact on public health. 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. An opportunistic cross-sectional survey of volunteers aged ≥18 was carried out in May 2018. Blood pressure measurement, the definition of hypertension and statistical analysis followed the standard MMM protocol. In Angola 14 433 individuals (mean age 38.6 years; 53.7% female; 99.9% black) in 6 of 18 provinces were screened. In total, 99.0% of screenees provided three BP readings with an average BP from 2nd and 3rd reading of 126/80 mmHg. After imputation, 4844 (33.6%) had hypertension of whom 54.2% were aware of their diagnosis and 46.3% were on antihypertensive medication. Of those medicated, 42.6% were controlled and of all hypertensive individuals, 19.7% were controlled. We screened 2603 individuals with untreated hypertension and 1285 with inadequately treated hypertension. Angolan MMM18 emerges as a continuation of the Angolan MMM17 study, the largest BP screening campaign undertaken in Angola, enabling us to compare the 2 years. This year’s results also showed a high percentage of hypertensive individuals and almost 3900 adults with untreated or inadequately treated hypertension, demonstrating that there is still a long way to go but also that the Angolan MMM is being effective at raising awareness at least among these individuals.

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

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (Supplement_B) ◽  
pp. B9-B11
Author(s):  
Savarino Victória Pereira ◽  
Marisa Neto ◽  
Ana Feijão ◽  
Eurico Lutucuta ◽  
Claudio Mbala ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Antihypertensive Medication ◽  
Blood Pressure Measurement ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Raising Awareness ◽  
Temporary Solution ◽  
Global Initiative ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Untreated Hypertension

Abstract Raised blood pressure (BP) is the biggest risk factor that contributes to the global burden of disease and mortality. May Measurement Month (MMM) is a global initiative aimed to improved awareness of BP and has been a temporary solution to the lack of screening programmes. An opportunistic cross-sectional survey of volunteers aged ≥18 was carried out in May 2019. Blood pressure measurement, the definition of hypertension, and statistical analysis followed the standard MMM protocol. In total, 7112 individuals were screened (mean age 41.3 years; 50.4% female; 99.5% black) in 6 of the 18 Angolan provinces. In total, 99.6% of screenees provided three BP readings with an average BP of the 2nd and 3rd readings of 126/81 mmHg. After imputation, 2745 (38.6%) had hypertension of whom 1389 (59.8%) were aware of their diagnosis and 50.6% were on antihypertensive medication. Of those 1389 treated participants, 41.2% were controlled (<140/90 mmHg) and of all hypertensive individuals, 20.8% were controlled. Also, 1356 individuals had untreated hypertension and 817 were inadequately treated. Angolan MMM19 follows on from the MMM17 (n = 17481) and MMM18 (n = 14433) studies, which were the largest BP screening campaigns undertaken in Angola. The 2019 results showed a high percentage of hypertensive individuals and almost 2200 adults had either untreated or inadequately treated hypertension, demonstrating that there is work to do but also that the Angolan MMM is being effective at raising awareness at least among these individuals.

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.

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