Atherosclerosis is a predecessor of numerous cardiovascular diseases (CVD), which often
lead to morbidity and mortality. Despite the knowledge of the pathogenesis of …

Background Hypertension is the leading driver of cardiovascular disease deaths in Africa. Its
prevalence is highest in older populations. Yet, this group has received little attention in …

This study aimed to detect dietary fiber intake and its association with nonfatal
cardiovascular/cerebrovascular events (myocardial infarction and stroke) in adults in the …

Background With the increase in elderly population, the risk of cardiovascular diseases
(CVD) among Indian older adults is also increasing. The present paper tries to assess how …

Background Studies on changes in the prevalence and determinants of obesity in older
adults living in sub-Saharan Africa are scarce. We examined recent changes in obesity …

Obesity–insulin resistance–β-cells apoptosis” is an important trilogy of the pathogenesis of
type 2 diabetes. With the global pandemic of obesity and diabetes, continuous research and …

Background An estimated 55% of older adults in Africa have systemic hypertension, a major
risk factor for stroke, heart failure and dementia in the region. The risk factors associated with …

Background Functional disability is a common public health problem that affects the health
and quality of life of older adults. This causes them to be highly dependent on other …

Obesity is associated with the leading causes of death in the worldwide. On the other hand,
the intake of vegetables, fruits and fish is related to the reduction of obesity and other …

Purpose Older people often have chronic diseases which require a continuity of care over
the long term. Countries undergoing population aging need to ensure that older people are …