Introduction Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the most common cause of non-
communicable disease mortality in sub-Saharan African (SSA) countries. Gaps in …

Introduction Because of the inadequate level of public awareness of the disease, the
incidence of stroke has been sharply rising. Eventually, due to the prehospital delay, many …

Introduction Cardiovascular disease (CVD) has disproportionately burdened the low-and
middle-income countries where awareness and detection rates remain very low …

Objectives The objective of this study is to increase understanding of knowledge, attitudes,
and preventative practices regarding ischemic heart disease (IHD) in sub-Saharan Africa in …

Background Improving cardiovascular health requires public knowledge and reduction of
modifiable cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors. This study assessed knowledge of risk …

Introduction Globally, stroke is the second leading cause of death. About 70% of strokes
were occurring in low-and middle-income countries, and high blood pressure is the main …

Introduction Stroke is a global health problem, causing significant morbidities and mortalities
in both developing and developed countries. Patients living with chronic diseases like …

Background Hospital arrival time after acute ischemic stroke onset is the major factor limiting
the eligibility of patients to receive intravenous thrombolysis. Shortening the prehospital …

Background It is crucial to assess genomic literacy related to stroke among Africans in
preparation for the ethical, legal and societal implications of the genetic revolution which has …

Background: Hypertension is a significant challenge for healthcare systems globally. It is
estimated to cause 7.5 million deaths worldwide annually. Knowledge of hypertension plays …