World Hypertension Day 2026: Promoting Prevention and Early Detection

As part of the World Hypertension Day 2026 campaign, our research group joined a variety of public outreach events designed to increase awareness of hypertension, one of the leading risk factors for cardiovascular and kidney disease worldwide.

The activities, considered a great success by the organizing society, combined community health services, public education, and the promotion of physical activity, providing participants with valuable information on hypertension prevention, early detection, and healthy living.

Bringing Prevention Closer to the Community

The campaign began on May 15 with blood pressure screening and health education activities held at several locations across Santiago. Our laboratory participated in educational and screening stands at:

CESFAM Renca, where blood pressure measurements were offered alongside educational sessions on hypertension risk factors and prevention.
Universidad San Sebastián – Los Leones Campus, engaging students, faculty, staff, and visitors in conversations about the importance of regular blood pressure monitoring.
Bupa Clinic, where our team participated in an educational booth focused on hypertension awareness and the promotion of healthy lifestyle habits.

These activities provided members of the community with the opportunity to have their blood pressure measured, receive educational materials, and discuss cardiovascular and kidney health with healthcare professionals.

On May 17, the official World Hypertension Day, our laboratory participated in the Family Social Run, held at the CicloRecreoVía Pocuro circuit in Providencia, with the gathering point at Plaza Río de Janeiro.

The event brought together families, healthcare professionals, students, and members of the community to promote regular physical activity as one of the most effective strategies for preventing hypertension and reducing the risk of cardiovascular and kidney diseases. The event reinforced the message that healthy lifestyles—including exercise, balanced nutrition, and routine health monitoring—are essential components of disease prevention.

We thank everyone who visited our educational stands and took part in the activities, as well as the organizing society and collaborating institutions for making these successful outreach events possible. We remain dedicated to promoting awareness, prevention, and early detection of chronic diseases while strengthening the connection between science and the community.