PREVALENCE OF HYPERTENSION IN OUTPATIENT CONSULTATIONS IN A CARDIOLOGY DEPARTMENT IN WEST AFRICA IN DAKAR, SENEGAL ACCORDING TO "MY MEASURE MONTH".

Introduction: Hypertension is a significant public health concern globally, particularly in developing countries undergoing epidemiological transitions.

Objectives: This study, part of the "My Measure Month" program in collaboration with the French Society of Hypertension, aimed to investigate the prevalence of hypertension and stress the importance of blood pressure measurement.

Methodology: This was an observational and cross-sectional study conducted over one month in the outpatient department of a center specialized in hypertension management.