Awareness and Perception of Hypertension in Oman
Journal Title: INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CURRENT RESEARCH IN MEDICAL SCIENCES - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 12
Abstract
Introduction: The WHO report in 2010 on country profiles estimated that non-communicable diseases account for nearly 83% of the total deaths in Oman. According to preliminary data from the World Health Survey in 2008, the community prevalence of hypertension in the country was estimated to be 40%. Three quarters of this hypertensive population were found to be unaware of their status. Objective: The objective of the study was to assess the knowledge and perception of hypertension in Oman. Methods: A cross sectional study was carried out in Oman with a pretested questionnaire on sociodemographic variables and knowledge and perception of people related to hypertension in Oman. Results: More than 80% of the people were aware that hypertension is a burden in Oman and it is an increasing health problem which is preventable. Compared to the knowledge of symptoms and complications, people were more aware of the prevention strategies. Almost 97% were of the opinion that regular physical activity, weight reduction and decreased fat intake were good prevention strategies. Overall knowledge was higher in males, young age group, with secondary or higher education and those with family history of hypertension. Conclusion: The knowledge of symptoms, risk factors, complications and preventive strategies of hypertension needs to be promoted in females, middle age group, those with less education and with no family members suffering from hypertension.
Authors and Affiliations
Sanam Anwar, Ghadeer J Moslhey Hajir H Rashid, Bushra Aleem
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