Drug Adherence and Knowledge Issues in Hypertensive Non-Medical Professionals Taking Sugar-Sweetened Soft Drinks

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Main Authors: Zafar Ullah, Sana Arif, Asim Iqbal, Rabbia Musaddaq, Abdullah Jan
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author Zafar Ullah
Sana Arif
Asim Iqbal
Rabbia Musaddaq
Abdullah Jan
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Sana Arif
Asim Iqbal
Rabbia Musaddaq
Abdullah Jan
contents <p>Hypertension has become the most common cause of many cardiovascular disorders in recent decades. The primary goal of this study was to assess the impact of health-related quality on hypertensive non-medical professionals who often consume soft drinks. A cross-sectional survey of 571 people was conducted using a questionnaire from March to July 2024. The data from hospitals in Loralai, Balochistan, was analyzed using descriptive statistical tests. About 26.54% had hypertension and were soft drink drinkers. The majority of the interviewees were unaware of their blood pressure levels, and 36.8% had hypertension symptoms. The findings of this study revealed significant gaps in information, diagnosis, and adaptation of preventative measures. The current situation is concerning due to a consistent lifestyle, a lack of awareness of high blood pressure, and the continued consumption of soft beverages.</p>
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spellingShingle Drug Adherence and Knowledge Issues in Hypertensive Non-Medical Professionals Taking Sugar-Sweetened Soft Drinks
Zafar Ullah
Sana Arif
Asim Iqbal
Rabbia Musaddaq
Abdullah Jan
<p>Hypertension has become the most common cause of many cardiovascular disorders in recent decades. The primary goal of this study was to assess the impact of health-related quality on hypertensive non-medical professionals who often consume soft drinks. A cross-sectional survey of 571 people was conducted using a questionnaire from March to July 2024. The data from hospitals in Loralai, Balochistan, was analyzed using descriptive statistical tests. About 26.54% had hypertension and were soft drink drinkers. The majority of the interviewees were unaware of their blood pressure levels, and 36.8% had hypertension symptoms. The findings of this study revealed significant gaps in information, diagnosis, and adaptation of preventative measures. The current situation is concerning due to a consistent lifestyle, a lack of awareness of high blood pressure, and the continued consumption of soft beverages.</p>
title Drug Adherence and Knowledge Issues in Hypertensive Non-Medical Professionals Taking Sugar-Sweetened Soft Drinks
url https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15413197