30% of Indians aged 18-54 have never got BP measured: ICMR

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 19:55:50 +0000
India

ICMR-NCDIR study in India reveals 30% aged 18-54 never had blood pressure checked. Southern India has high screening rates, including standout UT/states like Lakshadweep (91%), Kerala (89%), Tamil Nadu (83%). Lower rates in Madhya Pradesh (62.4%), Chhattisgarh (62%).