Epidemiology of and Factors Associated with Prehypertension Among Hill Tribe Adults Aged 30–59 Years in Thailand: A Cross-Sectional Study

Apidechkul, Tawatchai; Upala, Panupong; Chomchoei, Chalitar; Yeemard, Fartima

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“…The incidence of stroke can be reduced by avoiding hypertension, smoking, diabetes mellitus, obesity, dyslipidemia, and lack of activity (Agianto, Yulise, Agustina, & Rizany, 2023). Physical activity can reduce the incidence of hypertension (Apidechkul, Upala, Chomchoei, & Yeemard, 2023). The results of this review provide a message that exercise is a solution to overcome degenerative diseases.…”

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The BMI, fat percentage and total cholesterol of athletes: what is their status?

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Kusnanik,

Wahjuni

et al. 2023

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There is a mutual relationship between body mass index (BMI), percentage of fat, and total cholesterol levels in the blood. Maintaining a normal BMI becomes a reference for health maintenance. A higher BMI increases the risk of a higher percentage of fat and cholesterol which contribute to a negative impact on health. This study was conducted to determine whether the BMI, fat levels and total blood cholesterol of sportsmen can be maintained properly. The research involved 323 athletes, ranging from 13 - 46 years with an average of 22 years of age. The participants represented 26 sports fields. The BMI test is done by measuring their weight and height. Fat percentage test was conducted by measuring the total fat of triceps, abdominal, and supra iliac fat, as well as by measuring the width of the upper arm, humeral, and femur. The total cholesterol was determined from the blood sample. All data were analyzed using Excel and SPSS IMB serial 26. Results showed that on average the BMI status was 22.82, meanwhile, the percentage of fat was 18.94 and the total cholesterol was 170.77. There was a high correlation between BMI and the percentage of fat (0.505). However, the correlation between BMI and cholesterol was not significant, and only a low correlation was detected between fat percentage and cholesterol. Keywords: BMI, Fat Percentage, Total Cholesterol, Athlete

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The BMI, fat percentage and total cholesterol of athletes: what is their status?

Isti,

Kusnanik,

Wahjuni

et al. 2023

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Prevalence of Pre-Hypertension/Hypertension and Its Associated Factors Among Adults in the Wolaita Zone of Southern Ethiopia: A Cross-Sectional Study

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Tesfaye Mamito,

Geta Hardido

et al. 2024

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Preventing the development of high blood pressure and resulting complication requires estimating the prevalence of prehypertension/hypertension and identifying associated risk factors. Information about pre-hypertension/hypertension in Ethiopia, especially in the southern region, is scarce, and limited knowledge exists regarding the prevalence and risk factors associated with pre-hypertension/hypertension. Objective of this study was to assess prevalence of pre-hypertension/hypertension and its associated factors among adults in Wolaita Zone of Southern Ethiopia, 2023. This cross-sectional study was conducted among adults attending outpatient departments in governmental hospitals in South Ethiopia in 2023. Face-to-face interviews were used to gather information on sociodemographic data, dietary and behavioral patterns, and medical history. Digital weighing scales, Stadiometers, and digital sphygmomanometers were used to measure height, blood pressure, and weight, respectively. Epi-Data version 3.1 was used to enter the data before exporting it to SPSS version 25 for analysis. To find factors associated with prehypertension/hypertension, binary logistic regressions were conducted and odds ratios with 95% confidence intervals were computed. The overall prevalence of prehypertension/hypertension was 42.8% (95% confidence interval: 39.56, 49.47). Factors associated with prehypertension/hypertension in this study were older age, male gender, obesity, diabetes mellitus comorbidity, alcohol drinking, and family history of hypertension. Lifestyle modification is demanded for pre-hypertensive/hypertensive patients to prevent progression to severe complications, including premature death and permanent disabilities.

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Epidemiology of and Factors Associated with Prehypertension Among Hill Tribe Adults Aged 30–59 Years in Thailand: A Cross-Sectional Study

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The BMI, fat percentage and total cholesterol of athletes: what is their status?

The BMI, fat percentage and total cholesterol of athletes: what is their status?

Prevalence of Pre-Hypertension/Hypertension and Its Associated Factors Among Adults in the Wolaita Zone of Southern Ethiopia: A Cross-Sectional Study

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