Background Hypertension is a major global health concern affecting approximately 1.13
billion people worldwide, with most of them residing in developing countries. The aim of this …

Current data on hypertension in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are lacking. We conducted a
national survey to inform decision‐makers on the current magnitude of the epidemic. We …

Objective: The aim of the present study was to determine the prevaience of hypertension
and cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors and its association with the …

Background Limited studies have examined the prevalence of hypertension (HTN) at the
national and regional levels in Saudi Arabia. Therefore, this study aimed to examine the …

Abstract Background: Essential Hypertension (HTN) is a challenge for public health
professionals all over the world. It is the leading and most important modifiable risk factor for …

Background The global burden of hypertension and other non-communicable diseases
(NCDs) is rapidly increasing, and the African continent seems to be the most affected region …

Background: Hypertension is a major risk factor for several cardiovascular diseases (CVD).
The prevalence of hypertension is increasing in Bangladesh, especially in urban areas. The …

Background The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of hypertension in
two rural communities of Osun State, Nigeria. Methods A consenting adult population of the …

Background High blood pressure is an important public health concern and the leading risk
factor for global mortality and morbidity. To assess the implications of this condition, we …

Recent data regarding the prevalence and determinants of undiagnosed hypertension in
Saudi Arabia are particularly lacking. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of …