Sleep and Hypertension – A Cuban Study
The Cuban Institute for Basic Brain Research conducted a study of 206 hypertensive patients. The results showed that 81.07% of them suffered from sleep disturbances, while only 18.9% reported sleeping normally. The most common problems were insomnia and snoring, both with a frequency of 57.7%.
Important Disclaimer: The information presented is based on current and verified data from organizations such as the World Health Organization, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and published scientific literature. Hypertension is one of the most significant risk factors for cardiovascular disease, stroke, and kidney failure, leading to approximately half of cardiovascular deaths.