Anambra First Lady Urges Residents to Regularly Check Blood Pressure

The First Lady of Anambra State, Dr. Nonye Soludo, has urged Ndị Anambra to prioritise their health by checking their blood pressure regularly and adopting healthier lifestyles to prevent hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases.

She advised residents to reduce salt intake, eat balanced and nutritious meals, engage in regular physical activity, avoid excessive alcohol consumption and smoking, manage stress effectively, get adequate rest, and seek medical attention whenever necessary.

Mrs. Soludo, who is the founder of the Nonye Soludo Healthy Living Initiative, gave the advice as part of activities marking Hypertension Awareness Month.

According to her, high blood pressure remains one of the leading causes of heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, and sudden death globally, especially because many people live with the condition without knowing they have it.

“Let us remember that high blood pressure is often called the ‘silent killer’ because it exists without obvious symptoms. Yet, with simple daily lifestyle choices and regular medical checks, it can be detected early, prevented, and properly managed,” she said.

She further encouraged the people to embrace preventive healthcare measures and make conscious efforts toward healthy living.

“As always, I encourage everyone to make their health a priority: check your blood pressure regularly, reduce salt intake and eat healthier meals, stay physically active, avoid excessive alcohol consumption and smoking, manage stress, get enough rest, and visit a healthcare professional when necessary,” she added.

Mrs. Soludo also urged Ndị Anambra to remember that a healthy Anambra State begins with healthy families and healthy citizens.

She encouraged residents to continue spreading awareness about hypertension, support one another in making healthier choices, and take deliberate steps toward maintaining good health and wellbeing.

“Your heart matters. So does your life,” she stated.