Paphos Kidney Association – a registered charity dedicated to helping kidney disease sufferers in Paphos.
This month we’ll focus on the dangers to renal health caused by high blood pressure. Like diabetes, it is another silent killer.
High blood pressure is one of the leading causes of kidney disease. When blood pressure is too high, it damages the tiny blood vessels inside the kidneys, reducing their ability to filter waste.
Over time, this damage can lead to chronic kidney disease or even kidney failure.
The challenge is that high blood pressure often has no symptoms. Many people do not realize they have it until complications develop.
You can protect your kidneys by keeping your blood pressure under control:
- Check your blood pressure regularly
- Reduce salt intake
- Stay physically active
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Take prescribed medication as directed
- Avoid smoking
Even small improvements in blood pressure can make a big difference to kidney health.
If you haven’t checked your blood pressure recently, consider doing so. It could protect your kidneys and your heart.
Please be sure to visit our website www.paphoskidneyassociation.com and Facebook page where you can find out more about us and also how to donate securely if you so wish.
We rely on your financial support to assist people with kidney disease in Paphos.
