Motion text
That this House notes that World Hypertension Day 2024 takes place on 17 May 2024, with May Measurement Month, which was established in 2017 by the International Society of Hypertension, running from 1 May to 31 July 2024; further notes that both initiatives aim to highlight the importance of better prevention, detection and treatment of high blood pressure and that the theme of World Hypertension Day is to measure your blood pressure accurately, control it and live longer; also notes that World Hypertension Day is focused on combatting low awareness rates worldwide, especially in low-to-middle income areas; highlights that, in addition, Salt Awareness Week takes place between 13 and 19 May 2024, reminding us that reducing the amount of salt in our diet is a quick and easy way to reduce our blood pressure and improve our health; thanks the international society of hypertension for the work they do in marking this occasion; and urges all those across the UK to get involved in recognising World Hypertension Day.
Signatures (10)
The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
13 May 2024
Thewliss, Alison
Scottish National Party
Signed on
15 May 2024
Edwards, Jonathan
Independent
Signed on
15 May 2024
Galloway, George
Workers Party of Britain
Signed on
15 May 2024
Stephens, Chris
Scottish National Party
Signed on
16 May 2024
Penning, Sir Mike
Conservative
Signed on
17 May 2024
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.