Assessment Of Hypertension Prevalence And Its Association With Lifestyle Risk Factors Among Adults

Abstract

A significant global public health issue, hypertension is a key risk factor for death and cardiovascular illnesses. The rising prevalence of hypertension is closely linked to demographic changes and lifestyle-related factors such as drinking alcohol, smoking, and not exercising. This study designed to assess the prevalence of hypertension among adults, examine its association with lifestyle risk factors, and identify independent predictors using multivariate analysis. A supplementary dataset was used in a cross-sectional analytical investigation. After data cleaning, 68,610 individuals were included in the analysis. Systolic blood pressure (SBP) ≥140 mmHg and/or diastolic blood pressure (DBP) ≥90 mmHg were considered indicators of hypertension. Descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, and multivariate logistic regression were performed to evaluate relations and predictors. The prevalence of hypertension was 34.28%. Smoking and alcohol consumption showed significant associations with hypertension (p < 0.001), while physical activity was not significant in bivariate analysis but showed a weak association in multivariate analysis. Age and BMI were identified as strong predictors, along with male gender, smoking, and alcohol intake. Hypertension affects a significant proportion of adults and is influenced by both lifestyle and demographic factors. Targeted interventions focusing on modifiable risk factors are crucial for prevention and control.