Journal of Hematology & Thromboembolic Diseases
Open Access
ISSN: 2329-8790
ISSN: 2329-8790
Department of Internal Medicine, Enugu University, Enugu, Nigeria
Mini Review
Factors Influencing Attitudes of Adults towards Hypertension Management in Nigeria: A Mini-Review
Author(s): Oluwakorede Adewusi*
Hypertension, otherwise known as high blood pressure, is a major worldwide health concern, contributing to the prevalence of cardiovascular illnesses and renal failure. Nigeria is not immune to this health issue. Nigeria is seeing a rising incidence of hypertension, with a prevalence rate of 30.6% among adults as of 2022, resulting in an increase in heart disease, stroke, and chronic kidney disease. In Nigeria, hypertension-related fatalities totaled 10,692 in 2022, resulting in a mortality rate of 17 per 100,000 individuals. Lifestyle adjustments are essential in managing hypertension in Nigeria; yet, their effectiveness primarily hinges on individuals' attitudes and views. This has resulted in a minimal adoption of lifestyle adjustments, including dietary alterations and physical activity, for the control of hypertension among Nigerians. The factors affecting these views and att.. View More»