From a global perspective, the large and diverse African population is disproportionately
affected by cardiovascular disease (CVD). The historical balance between communicable …

Consistent reports indicate that hypertension is a particularly common finding in black
populations. Hypertension occurs at younger ages and is often more severe in terms of …

Hypertensive cardiovascular disease is a persistent threat to public health. Elucidating the
pathogenesis of hypertension is expected to provide more highly targeted therapies for …

Bouillon cubes are a staple ingredient used in Sub-saharan African countries providing
flavor enhancement to savory foods. Bouillon has been identified as a vehicle for fortification …

Summary Background Sub-Saharan Africa is experiencing a rising burden of hypertension.
Antihypertensive medications and diet are the cornerstone of effective hypertension control …

Background High dietary sodium intake is a major risk factor for hypertension. Data on
population sodium intake are scanty in sub-Saharan Africa, despite a high hypertension …

A geographical location such as coastal area is known as risk factor hypertension relating to
high exposure of salty foods. Public health access had significant effect on reducing salt …

Background Cardiovascular diseases are among the leading causes of mortality and
morbidity in sub-Saharan Africa, including Zambia, where cardiovascular diseases account …

Background The prevalence of hypertension is highest in the African Region with 46% of
adults aged 25 and above diagnosed with hypertension, while the lowest prevalence of 35 …

Background: Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) place a heavy burden on populations
globally and in particular, on lower-income countries (LIC). WHO identified a package of 16" …