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CHICAGO – higi Tuesday highlights the importance of World Hypertension Day on May 17 through their This Year I CAN campaign which encourages everyone to know their numbers and complete free health screenings at one of the over 10,000 ree higi Smart Health Stations across the country.
The goal of World Hypertension Day, driven by the theme of Know Your Numbers, is to increase high blood pressure awareness in all populations around the world. World Hypertension Day helps to shine light on the growing prevalence and associated risk factors of high blood pressure in the United States, aiming to bring awareness to the 1 in 5 U.S. adults with high blood pressure who do not know they have it.
“The higi platform provides a free and easily accessible means for all consumers to gain a better understanding of their health status, and to connect with the health resources that can have a major impact on their wellbeing” said higi chief executive officer, Jeff Bennett. “On this important day for health awareness and action, we encourage everyone to check their blood pressure and take a few moments to understand what they can do to reduce their risk for hypertension and other related health conditions. Visiting a higi station to know your numbers is a simple first step that everyone can take on their personal journey to better health.”
higi Smart Health Stations are available in convenient retail and community locations across the country and within 5 miles of 74% of the population. Last year on World Hypertension Day, over 110,000 people took their step toward better health by visiting a higi station and learning their blood pressure numbers. In addition to learning their blood pressure measurements, consumers will have the opportunity to complete an interactive knowledge check about heart health through higi’s This Year I CAN campaign, supporting further learnings about the connection between heart health and hypertension.
Further, higi will advocate for all consumers to share their personal pledge for better health on World Hypertension Day, to encourage all people to know their numbers and take a positive step toward improving their health.
