70% of Indians Don’t Monitor Their Blood Pressure - Let’s Change That with MDR

Table of Contents:

The Silent Killer Hiding in Plain Sight

Why Blood Pressure Monitoring Matters

The Biggest Barriers: Why Most Indians Don’t Monitor Their BP

MDR’s Solution: SmartVitals – Your Pocket Health Partner

Why SmartVitals Is a Game-Changer for India

How to Use SmartVitals on the MDR App

Making Blood Pressure Checks a Daily Habit

India’s Digital Health Revolution Starts With You

Let’s Change the 70%

The Silent Killer Hiding in Plain Sight

Every minute in India, a life is lost to complications from high blood pressure. Yet, despite being one of the biggest health threats of our time, over 70% of Indians don’t regularly monitor their blood pressure.

Why?

Some think it’s too much of a hassle. Others believe they’re “too young” or “fit” to worry about it. And many simply don’t know how or when to check their blood pressure.

At MyDigiRecords (MDR App), we believe this needs to change—and we’re making it easier than ever to take control of your health with SmartVitals, our AI-powered face scan tool that checks your BP in seconds.

Why Blood Pressure Monitoring Matters

High blood pressure (also called hypertension) is often called the “silent killer”—because you don’t feel anything until it’s too late. It damages your heart, brain, kidneys, and eyes—silently.

The numbers don’t lie:

1 in 3 Indian adults suffers from high BP, but most are unaware.
Hypertension contributes to over 7 million deaths globally each year, mainly due to heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular complications.
According to WHO, early detection can reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney failure by 50% or more.

Still, most Indians only check their BP when they visit a doctor, which might happen once in several months or even years.

It’s time we stop treating health checks like an emergency measure—and start making them a daily habit.

The Biggest Barriers: Why Most Indians Don’t Monitor Their BP

Understanding the problem is the first step toward fixing it. Here’s why 70% of people skip regular BP monitoring:

1. Lack of Awareness

Many people don’t know what normal BP levels are—or what symptoms to watch for. Worse, some believe myths like “only older people get high BP.”

2. No Access to BP Monitors

Home monitors are either too expensive or seen as unnecessary. People wait for clinic visits instead.

3. Inconvenience

Even those with a BP monitor often forget to check regularly or find the process tedious.

4. Fear or Denial

Some avoid BP checks out of fear that “something will be wrong.” But avoiding the truth won’t protect you.

MDR’s Solution: SmartVitals – Your Pocket Health Partner

Imagine this: You open your phone, look at the screen for 30 seconds, and your BP, heart rate, stress, and sleep score appear—no machines, no needles, no hospital.

That’s what SmartVitals by MyDigiRecords delivers.

What is SmartVitals?

SmartVitals is an AI-powered health scanning tool that uses your smartphone camera to check key vitals, including:

Blood Pressure
Heart Rate
Stress Level
Sleep Quality
Respiratory Rate

All you have to do is look into the camera for 30 seconds—and SmartVitals does the rest.

Why SmartVitals Is a Game-Changer for India

Let’s break down why SmartVitals isn’t just a feature—it’s a revolution for Indian health:

No Equipment Needed

No BP machine? No problem. Your smartphone is all you need.

Easy for Everyone

Whether you’re 16 or 60, tech-savvy or not—just follow the simple on-screen steps.

Always Accessible

At home, at work, on a train, on vacation—carry your health monitor in your pocket.

Data Backed

SmartVitals results are logged into your MyDigiRecords health vault, so you can track trends over time—or share instantly with your doctor.

Promotes Preventive Healthcare

By encouraging routine checks, SmartVitals helps catch early signs of hypertension before they become dangerous.

How to Use SmartVitals on the MDR App

Step-by-Step Guide:

Download the MyDigiRecords App from the Play Store or App Store
Register or log in to your account
Tap on SmartVitals
Position your face within the frame
Hold still for 30 seconds
View your blood pressure and other vital stats instantly
Results are saved automatically in your health timeline

That’s it. No cuff. No waiting. No stress.

But Is It Accurate?

SmartVitals is backed by AI and photoplethysmography (PPG) technology, used by leading health-tech platforms globally. While it’s not a replacement for a clinical diagnosis, it’s highly effective for daily monitoring and early detection.

“Think of it like a fitness tracker—only smarter, deeper, and medically more valuable.”

Making Blood Pressure Checks a Daily Habit

Still wondering when or why you should check your BP?

Here’s a simple rule: If you’re over 30, stressed, sedentary, or have a family history—monitor your BP at least twice a week.

With SmartVitals, that takes less than a minute.

Tips to Build the Habit:

Set a daily reminder on your phone.
Pair your BP check with a daily activity—like brushing your teeth or having your morning chai.
Track trends weekly in the MDR app to stay motivated.