About this profile
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, occurs when the force of the blood against the walls of the arteries is too high.
It can lead to serious health problems, like heart disease, stroke, and kidney damage.
Watch and listen
Common challenges
- Fatigue and tiredness
- Difficulty concentrating
- Increased risk of heart problems or strokes
- Medication side effects
- Anxiety or stress
- Need for frequent medical appointments
How to help
- Help manage stress and anxiety that can affect work performance
- Provide information about how hypertension can affect work duties
- Encourage a healthy lifestyle, such as exercise and diet changes
- Assist with time management for medical appointments
- Support in finding a job that accommodates health needs
- Educate employers about how to support employees with hypertension
Notes
Hypertension can be managed with proper treatment and lifestyle changes.
People with hypertension can still work successfully with the right support and accommodations.
This year’s World Hypertension Day global hypertension awareness celebration is on May 17, 2025.
Resources
- High blood pressure (hypertension) | healthdirect
- High blood pressure (hypertension) - Diagnosis & treatment - Mayo Clinic
- High blood pressure dangers: Hypertension's effects on your body - Mayo Clinic
- Home - Hypertension Australia
- Hypertension clinical information and guidelines | Heart Foundation