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| author | Zafar Ullah Sana Arif Asim Iqbal Rabbia Musaddaq Abdullah Jan |
| author_facet | Zafar Ullah 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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| publishDate | 2025 |
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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 |