Written By: N. Lothungbeni Humtsoe | Published : November 1, 2025 6:06 PM IST
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a common medical condition that affects nearly 1.4 billion adults between the ages of 30 to 79 each year. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) 2024 data, it shows that 33 per cent of the world population in this age range suffered from high blood pressure.
As winter approaches, it is crucial for people diagnosed with this medical condition to monitor their blood pressure because findings show that during the cold season, hypertension cases increase.
According to the Mayo Clinic, high blood pressure during winter is very common because your blood vessels temporarily become narrow.
Other contributing factors to high pressure during the cold season are due to less physical activity. Experts claim that during the winter season, workouts decrease, resulting in reduced sweating and salt retention, both of which can further elevate high blood pressure.
Dr. Gajinder Kumar Goyal, Program Clinical Director, Cardiology, Marengo Asia Hospitals, told a leading media outlet, "When the temperature is colder, your heart works harder. Your heart rate increases, and blood vessels tighten, causing blood pressure to shoot up. This extra strain can slow blood flow back to the heart and increase the risk of clots or heart attacks. Older adults and those already diagnosed with hypertension must be particularly cautious in cold weather."
Most people with high blood pressure may have or show no symptoms, even with dangerous levels. However, in some cases, people may experience headache, shortness of breath or nose bleeding. But these symptoms usually do not occur unless high blood pressure has reached a severe or life-threatening stage.
Hypertension is largely preventable and following this basic fingertips rule during the winter season may help you avoid health risks associated with high blood pressure such as heart disease, stroke, kidney damage, and vision loss.
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The only way to know if you have hypertension is by consulting with a doctor.
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