28/09/2026
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The rising cost of managing hypertension can threaten both health and household finances. ๐๐๐ซ๐ข๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐๐ฅ๐ข๐ฃ ๐. ๐๐ฎ๐๐๐ซ๐ and ๐๐ฎ๐๐๐ง๐๐ฒ ๐. ๐๐๐ฆ๐ข๐ง๐ of the College of Arts and Sciences, Bukidnon State University (BukSU), examine how out-of-pocket hypertension care expenses may deepen financial vulnerability among households in Mindanao. Drawing from evidence on hypertension-related healthcare costs in Ghana, the thought paper highlights the Philippine context, particularly the challenges faced by families dependent on agriculture, informal work, and microenterprises. It also emphasizes culturally responsive healthcare that respects indigenous knowledge while promoting evidence-based hypertension management. Published in a Scopus- and Web of Science-indexed journal, the paper calls for stronger drug coverage, reliable access to essential medicines, culturally responsive primary care, community health education, and greater financial protection for vulnerable communities.
The BukSU community commends the authorsโ outstanding scholarly work. Congratulations!
Scan the QR code to access this published paper. Alternatively, read it here: https://tinyurl.com/55kwtf2m