A/Prof Lebo Gafane-Matemane (@lebogafanem_phd) 's Twitter Profile
A/Prof Lebo Gafane-Matemane

@lebogafanem_phd

Associate Professor of Physiology @NWU_HART #RAAS #Hypertension #CVD Director @chcsaorg #MG200Young SA 2020 #InspiringFiftySA2020

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World Heart Federation (@worldheartfed) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Today is #WorldObesityDay. By 2035, nearly 2 billion people worldwide will be living with #obesity. Addressing obesity is not just about improving individual health—it's a critical step in reducing the burden of cardiovascular disease, cancer and other chronic illnesses.

Today is #WorldObesityDay.

By 2035, nearly 2 billion people worldwide will be living with #obesity.

Addressing obesity is not just about improving individual health—it's a critical step in reducing the burden of cardiovascular disease, cancer and other chronic illnesses.
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📣In its March issue, KIReports recognizes #WorldKidneyDay with key articles underlining the importance of early detection to slow kidney disease progression and improve outcomes. 📄Read the full issue: kireports.org/current 1️⃣2025 World Kidney Day Editorial: Are Your

📣In its March issue, <a href="/KIReports/">KIReports</a> recognizes #WorldKidneyDay with key articles underlining the importance of early detection to slow kidney disease progression and improve outcomes.

📄Read the full issue: kireports.org/current

1️⃣2025 World Kidney Day Editorial: Are Your
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#DYK❓ Cardiovascular disease is the #1 cause of death among women worldwide, yet it remains widely understudied, under-recognized, and under-treated. Tomorrow on #WomensDay, help us change the narrative. Learn more: worldheart.org/women-cvd/ #ListenToHerHeart

International Society of Hypertension (@ishbp) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Happy #InternationalWomensDay 2025! Today we celebrate the contributions and achievements of the many women in #hypertension. Read some of our inspiring spotlight features of women in hypertension research: ish-world.com/archiv-spotlig… #WomeninHypertension #IWD2025

Happy #InternationalWomensDay 2025!

Today we celebrate the contributions and achievements of the many women in #hypertension.

Read some of our inspiring spotlight features of women in hypertension research: ish-world.com/archiv-spotlig…

#WomeninHypertension #IWD2025
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Healthcare professionals in Pakistan linked to the ISH have delivered several activities to raise public awareness of hypertension and its complications, and to train nurses on accurate #bloodpressure measurement. Find out more: ish-world.com/latest-news-an…

Healthcare professionals in Pakistan linked to the ISH have delivered several activities to raise public awareness of hypertension and its complications, and to train nurses on accurate #bloodpressure measurement.

Find out more: ish-world.com/latest-news-an…
World Heart Federation (@worldheartfed) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Too many women's heart attacks go unnoticed because their symptoms don't fit the "classic" signs. Heart attacks don't always look the same in every person. Know the signs, trust your body and speak up for your heart health. #ListenToHerHeart

International Society of Hypertension (@ishbp) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Read the latest issue of Hypertension News - out today! In this issue: ✅ Patient education ✅ Renal denervation ✅ Childhood hypertension ✅ New outcome studies in BP lowering ✅ The need for diversity in hypertension research ✅ And more Read today: ish-world.com/ish-hypertensi…

Read the latest issue of Hypertension News - out today!

In this issue:

✅ Patient education
✅ Renal denervation
✅ Childhood hypertension
✅ New outcome studies in BP lowering
✅ The need for diversity in hypertension research
✅ And more

Read today: ish-world.com/ish-hypertensi…
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One week on from #WorldAdherenceDay 2025, read comments from ISH Secretary Kazuomi Kario on the importance of #adherence and why open and honest conversations with patients - with no judgement - are vital. #dontmissamoment #treatmentadherence World Heart Federation

One week on from #WorldAdherenceDay 2025, read comments from ISH Secretary Kazuomi Kario on the importance of #adherence and why open and honest conversations with patients - with no judgement - are vital.

#dontmissamoment #treatmentadherence

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May 17th is #WorldHypertensionDay. We are celebrating our 20th anniversary with the theme: "Measure Your BP Accurately, Control It, Live Longer!" For more information and resources about how to celebrate: whleague.org/about-us/world…

May 17th is #WorldHypertensionDay.  We are celebrating our 20th anniversary with the theme: "Measure Your BP Accurately, Control It, Live Longer!" For more information and resources about how to celebrate:  whleague.org/about-us/world…
International Society of Hypertension (@ishbp) 's Twitter Profile Photo

In the latest edition of Hypertension News, read a perspective piece from Pablo Nakagawa of the Medical College of Wisconsin of Wisconsin, USA, on new approaches and insights in the renin-angiotensin system. Read Hypertension News today: ish-world.com/ish-hypertensi…

In the latest edition of Hypertension News, read a perspective piece from Pablo Nakagawa of the <a href="/MedicalCollege/">Medical College of Wisconsin</a> of Wisconsin, USA, on new approaches and insights in the renin-angiotensin system.

Read Hypertension News today: ish-world.com/ish-hypertensi…
International Society of Hypertension (@ishbp) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Are you ready for World Hypertension Day later this month, on 17 May? May Measurement Month (MMM) also begins today! Get involved, and find out more on our dedicated World Hypertension Day and MMM web page: ish-world.com/world-hyperten… #WorldHypertensionDay #MayMeasurementMonth

Are you ready for World Hypertension Day later this month, on 17 May?

May Measurement Month (MMM) also begins today!

Get involved, and find out more on our dedicated World Hypertension Day and MMM web page: ish-world.com/world-hyperten…

#WorldHypertensionDay #MayMeasurementMonth
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Have you ever received funding or any other opportunities from the NRF and its Business Units, Centres of Excellence, or SA Research Chairs? Story submissions are open for the NRF's #YouthMonth2025 celebrations here: nrf.ac.za/invitation-you…

Have you ever received funding or any other opportunities from the NRF and its Business Units, Centres of Excellence, or SA Research Chairs?

Story submissions are open for the NRF's #YouthMonth2025 celebrations here: nrf.ac.za/invitation-you…
International Society of Hypertension (@ishbp) 's Twitter Profile Photo

High blood pressure is a leading risk factor for heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and many more conditions. This month, as we celebrate #WorldHypertensionDay on 17 May and MayMeasure Month, get your blood pressure checked! Find out more: ish-world.com/world-hyperten…

High blood pressure is a leading risk factor for heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and many more conditions.

This month, as we celebrate #WorldHypertensionDay on 17 May and <a href="/MayMeasure/">MayMeasure</a> Month, get your blood pressure checked!

Find out more: ish-world.com/world-hyperten…
International Society of Hypertension (@ishbp) 's Twitter Profile Photo

High blood pressure is common, and is a silent killer. With #WorldHypertensionDay happening on 17 May, we encourage healthcare professionals around the world to make blood pressure management a priority.

High blood pressure is common, and is a silent killer.

With #WorldHypertensionDay happening on 17 May, we encourage healthcare professionals around the world to make blood pressure management a priority.
SAMRC (@mrcza) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Hypertension is rising across Africa. In South Africa, nearly half of women and a third of men are affected. More worryingly, there is a growing prevalence of childhood cases. #WorldHypertensionDay More on this: mg.co.za/partner-conten…

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Here’s how you can prevent #hypertension and stay heart-healthy in 2025 and beyond: ❗️ Reduce salt consumption ❗️ Avoid saturated & trans fats ❗️ #NoTobacco ❗️ Reduce alcohol consumption ❗ Add more 🍎 & 🥦 to your plate ❗ Stay active & maintain a healthy weight Measure

Here’s how you can prevent #hypertension and stay heart-healthy in 2025 and beyond: 

❗️ Reduce salt consumption 
❗️ Avoid saturated &amp; trans fats 
❗️ #NoTobacco 
❗️ Reduce alcohol consumption 
❗ Add more 🍎 &amp; 🥦 to your plate 
❗ Stay active &amp; maintain a healthy weight 

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