A community organization has decided to launch a campaign that aims to eradicate high blood pressure through a comprehensive program of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention.
a. How might statistical reports on the incidence, prevalence, morbidity, and mortality of high blood pressure in the target community be helpful in planning a comprehensive prevention program? What are the potential limitations of using such reports for assessing and addressing the health care needs of a community?
b. Outline a plan that includes possible activities that could be included in the primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention arms of this program.


