New findings published in The BMJ by Matti Marklund and Jason Wu predict banning harmful trans fatty acids from the Nigerian food supply could prevent approx 10,000 heart disease deaths.

Mirroring findings from a separate study we led in Kenya last year, the research reveals…

'We have always known that potassium has a role in blood pressure control, but we didn’t realise just how important it could be.'

New study shows more than two-thirds of the blood pressure lowering effect of salt substitute is due to the added potassium: buff.ly/42Jzz6N

#STROKE January Cover Figure: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated with lower risks of total and ischemic stroke, but not with hemorrhagic stroke. #AHAJournals ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/ST…

“Our findings show that even in Kenya, where trans fat intakes appear to be relatively low, there could still be significant health and economic benefits to trans fat elimination.” - Matti Marklund

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“It’s time to accelerate global policy change on trans fat elimination – millions of lives depend on it.” Francesco Branca, World Health Organization (WHO) Director, commenting on the trans fat research from George Institute’s Matti Marklund and Jason Wu. Read release: tinyurl.com/3tf5cj4w

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Francesco Branca World Health Organization (WHO) Matti Marklund Jason Wu Dr. Tom Frieden Resolve to Save Lives The George Institute for Global Health Celine M. AWUOR NCD Alliance East Africa @NCDAK BMJ Global Health Griffith Health Oduor Kevin Latest modelling by Matti Marklund & Jason Wu at The George Institute for Global Health indicates that trans fat elimination in Kenya would not only be cost-saving, but also potentially lifesaving for thousands! The time for action is now. Find out more: tinyurl.com/3tf5cj4w
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By eliminating industrial trans fatty acids, Kenya could save an estimated Ksh. 4.1 billion in the healthcare system. This is demonstrated in the new modeling study by Matti Marklund
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“It’s time to accelerate global policy change on trans fat elimination – millions of lives depend on it.” Francesco Branca, World Health Organization (WHO) Director, commenting on the latest trans-fat research from The George Institute’s Matti Marklund and Jason Wu.
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Trans fats are a risk factor for heart disease & cause around 500,000 premature deaths every year. New findings by Matti Marklund & Jason Wu at The George Institute for Global Health predict large benefits of a trans fat ban in Kenya - tinyurl.com/3tf5cj4w
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Trans fats are a risk factor for heart disease and cause around 500,000 premature deaths every year.

New findings by Matti Marklund and Jason Wu at The George Institute predict large benefits of a trans fat ban in Kenya and globally.

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And don’t forget to select a BP cuff size based on mid-upper arm circumference - One Size cuff does NOT fit all!!

*Choosing a too small cuff can lead to BPs that are 10-20mmHg higher than the actual BP!*

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🌎It's #WorldHypertensionDay ! Join us as we shed light on this silent health threat and empower ourselves to take control. #hypertensionawareness

This video highlights the importance of high blood pressure, a leading cause of heart disease and stroke.
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Measuring your blood pressure is a crucial step in monitoring your cardiovascular health🫀 #WorldHypertensionDay

Use a reliable blood pressure monitor and follow the steps in this video
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How many lives could be saved by a strong & enforced salt reformulation program for packaged foods? Our new modelling suggests ~7,000 new cases of CVD, CKD, and stomach cancers could be averted per year in Australia if the WHO best-practice targets were fully implemented. 🧵 1/2

Findings from researchers Matti Marklund & co. from The George Institute for Global Health & UNSW show an association between ⬆️ levels of omega 3 fatty acids found in oily fish & other seafood, and a ⬇️ risk of #kidneydisease 🔔

📢Out now in The BMJ & The Guardian
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Awesome to work with FORCE colleagues in many countries & publish this study multiple years in the making - largest analysis demonstrating higher omega 3 fat in blood linked to lower risk of CKD - new and important evidence such omega 3s = important part of a healthy diet!