CBC takes Action for World Hypertension Day Under Theme Know Your Numbers
CBC Health Services and its NCD Departments across the country have vigorously carried out activities to raise awareness on hypertension as part of activities to mark the World Hypertension Day celebration every year on May 17.
From schools and churches to radio stations, Out Patient Departments, and hospital wards talks were centered on this year’s theme, “Know your Numbers,” all in a bit to prevent the silent killer from gaining ground in the communities. Knowing your numbers is the first step! With dietary and lifestyle modifications like regular physical activities, you can take control of your health and reduce your risk of hypertension.
In honor of the celebrations, the NCD Prevention and Control Program team at the Central Level led by the Program Manager, Takwe Borniface, actively carried out radio talks at Ndefcam Radio, CBS Radio, and CRTV Radio Bamenda, a one-minute talking point on Hypertension on different days of the morning devotions at the CBCHS Central Administration which culminated in a PowerPoint presentation.
In the various stations, they reached a large audience with vital information on hypertension, its types, risk factors, and preventive measures. The theme, “Know your Numbers” with a sub-theme, “Children also need Healthy Numbers” was a call for everyone not to delay getting their blood pressure checked for early detection and management as key to controlling hypertension and maintaining good health.
At the Nkwen Baptist Hospital, clients of the Hypertension Clinic expressed satisfaction with the healthcare offered to them at the hospital which has greatly improved their overall health as people living with Hypertension. The remark was made on May 15, 2024, during their regular clinic day which was dedicated to celebrating World Hypertension Day in their facility.
The Hospital Administrator, Kagong Joce used the occasion to appreciate the clients for choosing Nkwen Baptist Hospital and to highlight the importance of proper medical care. He emphasized the dangers of using roadside medications, stressing their negative impact on both patients and the hospital’s ability to provide effective healthcare.
Mr. Fomukong Janvier is the president of the Hypertension Unit at Nkwen Baptist Hospital. He noted with satisfaction the services offered to them by the nurses and doctors of the hospital which has greatly improved their health conditions making life better for them. He equally challenged other people suffering from the disease to come join them for a monthly routine of health talks, exercises and refill of drugs to stay healthy. The day ended with the clients recommitting themselves to healthy life styles, and dietary modification in order to be on top of their health situations.
