Consequences of Not Undergoing Hypertension Screening

High blood pressure (hypertension) is often called a “silent killer” because it usually causes no warning signs or symptoms. Many people do not know they have it unless their blood pressure is measured.

1. Increased Risk of Heart Attack
2. Increased Risk of Stroke
3. Heart Failure
4. Chronic Kidney Disease and Kidney Failure
5. Eye Damage and Vision Problems
6. Delayed Treatment and Poorer Outcomes
7. Higher Risk of Disability, Hospitalization, Cardiovascular events and Premature Death

Not screening for hypertension early can allow silent blood pressure damage to progress and result in heart attack, stroke, heart failure, kidney disease, vision loss, and premature death. Early screening enables timely treatment and significantly reduces these risks.