FACTS
CARDIVASCULAR DISEASES & HYPERTENSION
Stroke and cardiovascular diseases remain one of the biggest health challenges worldwide, affecting millions of people and placing a heavy burden on healthcare systems. While 90% of strokes are preventable, many cases go undetected due to uncontrolled hypertension and lack of accessible monitoring tools.
Quick Facts:
Global:
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- Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death worldwide, responsible for over 17.9 million deaths annually (WHO)
- Hypertension (high blood pressure) affects 1.3 billion people globally, yet 50% of cases remain undiagnosed.
- Hypertension is the #1 risk factor for stroke and heart attacks
- 90% of strokes are preventable with early detection and lifestyle changes.
- Controlled blood pressure is projected to save the global economy $5.3 trillion between 2030-2050.
- Only 21% of diagnosed hypertension are controlled.
Quick Facts:
Denmark:
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- Stroke is one of the leading causes of disability and death worldwide, and Denmark is no exception.
- 1 in 5 Danes will experience a stroke in their lifetime.
- Each year, around 12,000 Danes suffer a stroke.
- 3,300 people die from strokes in Denmark every year.
- 90% of strokes are preventable by addressing modifiable risk factors like high blood pressure, smoking, obesity, and inactivity.
- Stroke is the leading cause of disability in Denmark, affecting mobility, speech, and cognitive function.
- The total cost of stroke in Denmark exceeds DKK 9.5 billion annually, including healthcare costs and lost productivity.
QUICK FACTS:
Hypertension:
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- High blood pressure (hypertension) is the #1 risk factor for stroke. It increases the chances of both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes.
- Many people with high blood pressure don’t experience symptoms, making regular monitoring crucial.
- Traditional blood pressure monitoring is often inaccessible, leaving many undiagnosed and untreated.