2019, Vol. 1, Issue 2, Part B

Background: Hypertension (HTN) poses significant public health challenges globally. Modifying modifiable risk factors can profoundly impact disease progression, complications, and population-wide prevention efforts. This study aims to assess awareness of HTN risk factors among hypertension in a district in Uttar Pradesh.

Methods: Conducted as a hospital-based cross-sectional study, data were gathered from 400 patients.

Results: Results indicate that awareness of HTN risk factors often occurs after disease onset. Adequate awareness was lacking and knowledge about important risk factors like tobacco & alcohol consumption, physical inactivity, and obesity was negligible and this was of great concern.

Conclusion: The findings underscore the need for targeted education and awareness programs to improve understanding, particularly regarding less recognized risk factors such as physical inactivity and obesity. Additionally, the findings emphasize the critical role of healthcare professionals in disseminating information and promoting awareness among hypertensive patients.