Regarding hypertension, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A)Although 78 percent of people with hypertension know that they have it, only 68 percent of these diagnosed patients are treated.
B)Medicine alone may not be enough to control a person's hypertension and restore health without changes in the person's behavior.
C)Despite being diagnosed, many people still don't change the habits that led to their hypertension.
D)Of those diagnosed with hypertension, 50 percent of these patients comply with their treatment regimens.

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The statement that only 50 percent of diagnosed patients comply with their treatment regimens is false. Compliance rates can vary widely, but this statement underestimates the compliance rates found in some studies and reports. Additionally, the other statements about the awareness, treatment, and behavior change challenges associated with hypertension are generally supported by health research and literature.

Regarding Hypertension, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE