HI Foundation

Organizing the facts and the numbers that matter in beating NCDs and influencing improved health behaviours through impactful awareness creation. #BeatNCDs

[HI Foundation @hi_foundation]

Congratulations to the team! 👏🏼

[Patriot @PatriotOfori]

Excited to share our new publication - From evidence to implementation; highlighting how team-based care, workforce development, and the WHO HEARTS can strengthen Hypertension control across Africa and beyond. @nanahinneh1 @hi_foundation
#Hypertension #GlobalHealth #PublicHealth

[HI Foundation @hi_foundation]

Cardiovascular disease remains the top cause of death among women globally, accounting for about 30% of all female fatalities, with hypertension being a major risk factor. These conditions are frequently underdiagnosed and inadequately treated in women. #Hearthealth #WomensHealth

[United Nations @UN]

Lifestyle choices can help prevent high blood pressure:

🥦 Eat healthy foods

🚭 Avoid tobacco

🍺 Limit alcohol

🏃 Stay active

More tips from @WHO on Saturday’s World Hypertension Day: https://t.co/ggTLGPtheq

[WHO African Region @WHOAFRO]

Today is World Hypertension Day!

#Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a serious condition that significantly increases the risk of stroke, heart disease, kidney disease, and more.

It is a major cause of premature death worldwide.

👉🏿 Learn more: https://t.co/0tn9jaEpcJ

[HI Foundation @hi_foundation]

Bloating, Thirst, Frequent urination, High blood pressure, Swelling, Headaches, Fatigue, and Palpitations are signs of too much salt in your diet. Most processed foods are high in salt.

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

Eating less salt can lower your blood pressure and protect your heart.

Eat a low salt diet today for a healthier tomorrow.

https://t.co/P19hkYaNkR

[United Nations @UN]

Diabetes causes severe health impacts over time, including a significant increase in the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and blindness.

On Thursday's #WorldDiabetesDay, @WHO shares tips on how to prevent & treat this chronic disease: https://t.co/vHioODTVme

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

#Diabetes is better managed together.

👉 Ask how you can support the people in your life with diabetes.
👂 Listen to what they need—or do not need—from you.
🚫 Remember, blaming and shaming is not helpful.

https://t.co/5VrKmsD7Yf

#WorldDiabetesDay

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

Today is #WorldDiabetesDay!

Let’s stop #diabetes stigma!

The right words go a long way.

💙 Be inclusive.
💙 Be kind.
💙 Be respectful.

https://t.co/5VrKmsD7Yf

[Hopkins Nursing @JHUNursing]

@nanahinneh1 will be disseminating the findings of a 3-year cardiovascular disease project to funders, stakeholders, and healthcare leaders in Ghana. The program examines the capacity of primary-level healthcare facilities in managing cardiovascular diseases. #GoHopNurse

[HI Foundation @hi_foundation]

Effectiveness of team-based care interventions in improving blood pressure outcomes among adults with hypertension in Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis. @nanaHinneh1
https://t.co/jwwVitkDWY

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

Here are examples of action WHO will take over the next 4 years to improve health and well-being ⬇️

[World Heart Federation @worldheartfed]

Today is #WorldNoTobaccoDay 🚭

Did you know that tobacco and second-hand smoke cause 17% of all cardiovascular disease deaths?

It's crucial to protect future generations from tobacco. Join in calling for stricter regulations to ensure a healthier future for all. #NoTobacco

[United Nations @UN]

The tobacco epidemic is one of the world's largest, yet preventable, public health threats.

Not only does tobacco harm users & those around them, but it also harms our planet.

More from @WHO on Friday's World #NoTobacco Day: https://t.co/hpKhp7O4de 🚭

[HI Foundation @hi_foundation]

The essence of recognising the dangers of Tobacco cannot be understated. Smoking harms nearly every organ of the body. https://t.co/GPG030wNTQ #notobacco

[Patriot @PatriotOfori]

Happy International Nurses' Day to my wonderful colleagues who go above and beyond every day for our stroke patients at @StockportNHS

Incredibly proud to be part of this wonderful team! #InternationalNursesDay #IND2024 🎊

[Patriot @PatriotOfori]

"A chance to reflect on one of the most turbulent times in modern NHS history" https://t.co/5e4vmFDbO2

[Patriot @PatriotOfori]

As a lover of art, proud to be able to promote culture and art with my Covid story in this commemorative project brought to light by @StockportMBC & @StockportNHS as captured by ITV @GranadaReports Well done to everyone involved in such a monumental programme.

Proudest moments!

[Patriot @PatriotOfori]

The right resources can be transformative for both patients and their families. #BeatNCDs

[Patriot @PatriotOfori]

Hypertensive Urgency, a 'real silent killer' in stable persons. Symptoms are never enough, best way to know is to check your blood pressure https://t.co/xR629LRuEu

[HI Foundation @hi_foundation]

Hypertensive Emergency vs Urgency. #BeatNCDs