English.news.cn   2011-05-19 10:21:35. HAVANA, May 18 (Xinhua) -- Over 2.2 million Cubans, about 25 percent of the island's adult population, suffer from hypertension, the official daily Granma said Wednesday.But the real number of hypertensive patients is bigger because a significant number of them do not receive medical treatment, Granma said.The main symptoms of this disease appear as headache, dizziness and tinnitus, although patient may also have nose bleeding and a loss of consciousness.">English.news.cn   2011-05-19 10:21:35. HAVANA, May 18 (Xinhua) -- Over 2.2 million Cubans, about 25 percent of the island's adult population, suffer from hypertension, the official daily Granma said Wednesday.But the real number of hypertensive patients is bigger because a significant number of them do not receive medical treatment, Granma said.The main symptoms of this disease appear as headache, dizziness and tinnitus, although patient may also have nose bleeding and a loss of consciousness.">

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Cuba's official paper says 25% of Cubans suffer hypertension

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  • 05 / 19 / 2011

English.news.cn   2011-05-19 10:21:35. HAVANA, May 18 (Xinhua) -- Over 2.2 million Cubans, about 25 percent of the island's adult population, suffer from hypertension, the official daily Granma said Wednesday.

But the real number of hypertensive patients is bigger because a significant number of them do not receive medical treatment, Granma said.

The main symptoms of this disease appear as headache, dizziness and tinnitus, although patient may also have nose bleeding and a loss of consciousness.

Hypertension can cause heart, cerebral vascular, renal diseases and severe visual problems, said Granma, urging people to seek medical attention if they believe they may suffer from hypertension.

Experts say the key to live "in harmony" and maintain a healthy blood pressure lies in prevention such as making sure to maintain a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables.

Editor: Xiong Tong

Source: http://news.xinhuanet.com/english2010/health/2011-05/19/c_13882711.htm

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