World Hypertension Day

World Hypertension Day is an annual observance held on 17 May, designated by the World Hypertension League, an umbrella body of 85 national hypertension societies and leagues, to raise awareness of high blood pressure and help patients manage the condition. First observed on 14 May 2005 and moved to its permanent 17 May date the following year, the day uses a different theme each year to draw attention to accurate blood pressure measurement and control as a way to prevent serious complications such as heart attack and stroke.