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Diseases: Unhealthy living to blame for high hypertension

The number of Kenyans developing high blood pressure is increasing at an alarming rate, making the disease a serious health concern in the country.

This is according to the Nakuru County Director of Health, Dr James Wainaina. Speaking at a health seminar at Nakuru hotel, Dr Wainaina said it may not be easy for one to determine if they have the disease because it does not come with any serious symptoms in some cases.

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