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Liberia Hypertension Fact Sheet Summary

Burden of Hypertension (2011)

• Total population in 2011: 4,017,446.
• Adult hypertension prevalence: 31.1%, affecting 436,000 individuals.
• Hypertension cascade:
  • Estimated cases: 436,000.
  • Aware (diagnosed): 77,600.
  • Under treatment: 19,200.
  • Controlled: 1,000 (approximately 2.3% of cases).

National Systems Response (2019)

• Limited availability of polices and essential hypertension medicines in primary healthcare facilities.

National Targets

• 10% reduction in age-standardized hypertension prevalence among adults 18+ by 2021.
• No specific target for salt/sodium consumption reduction.

WHO Recommendations for Prevention and Control

• Address modifiable risks: unbalanced diets, physical inactivity, tobacco/alcohol use, and overweight/obesity through technical packages (e.g., MPOWER, HEARTS).
• Implement improved hypertension identification, treatment with evidence-based protocols, treatment intensification for uncontrolled cases, and ensure access to essential medicines.

Definitions

• Population with hypertension: Defined by BP readings ≥140/90 or doctor diagnosis.
• Aware (diagnosed): Diagnosed and informed by health worker.
• Under treatment: Receiving prescribed hypertension medication.
• Controlled: BP <140/90 and on treatment.

Trends

• Uncontrolled hypertension prevalence in adults decreased from 2000 to 2025.