Prevalence and Predictors of Prehypertension Among Medical and Allied Health College (Paramedical) Students at King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study
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Introduction: Prehypertension is a risk factor for hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases. Determining its prevalence and associated risk factors in young populations may indicate appropriate preventive measures. We estimated prehypertension prevalence and risks among healthy medical and paramedical students.
Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 437 students at King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Socio-demographic characteristics and med… Show more
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