Taking the Pressure Off
The role of primary prevention of hypertension and stroke in supporting healthcare systems in the COVID era.
The role of primary prevention of hypertension and stroke in supporting healthcare systems in the COVID era.
In this joint panel, speakers from the World Stroke Organization, World Hypertension League and International Society of Hypertension will highlight the role of primary prevention, and access to primary healthcare in reducing the global burden of disease and addressing pressures on healthcare systems.
Moderator Prof Alta Schutte, The George Institute for Global Health
Panel members
Dr Daniel T Lackland, Professor of Epidemiology, Medical University of South Carolina, Past
President World Hypertension League
Prof Sheila Martins, WSO Global Policy Committee Chair
Dr Bindu Menon, Head of Neurology, Apollo Hospitals and founder Bindu Menon Foundation
Prof Mayowa Owolabi, World Hypertension League, Regional Director, Sub-Saharan Africa & World Stroke Organization Global Policy Committee
Dr Neil Poulter, Chief Investigator, May Measurement Month campaign
It is anticipated that this one-hour interactive event will be of particular interest to those working in community/primary healthcare settings, public health advocates and policy makers with an interest in circulatory health and stroke.