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Hypertension, a chronic
condition characterized by elevated blood pressure, poses a significant public
health challenge globally. Healthcare workers (HCWs), due to demanding work
schedules, shift work, and exposure to stressful environments, are considered a
population at increased risk for this condition. Evidence suggested that while
genetic predispositions play a role, lifestyle choices contribute to
considerable influence in the onset and progression of this high blood pressure.
In the Korle Bu Polyclinic, healthcare workers (HCWs) were exposed to
significant stress-related risk factors.
It is in this light that the primary objective of this study was to
assessed the factors influencing the prevalence of hypertension among
healthcare workers in the Korle-Bu Polyclinic. The study used a quantitative
research methodology to accomplish its objectives by gathering data from a
total of 160 Health Care Workers (HCWs). The participants' responses were
encoded for analysis using SPSS. Mean
and standard deviations were used to describe the continuous variables and
percentages to describe categorical variables. Binary
logistic regression was used to examine the factors associated with
hypertension. The results showed that 28.8% were identified as hypertensive.
The analysis of determinants of hypertension among healthcare workers (HCWs) at
the Korle Bu Polyclinic revealed age as a significant predictor of
hypertension. Additionally, HCWs earning above 2000 Ghc and those aged 40 years
and above showed higher prevalence rates, consistent with established risk
factors for hypertension. The findings underscore the critical role of
socio-economic factors in shaping health outcomes among healthcare workers. The
study recommends that the Korle Bu Polyclinic implements comprehensive wellness
programs targeting hypertension prevention and management among HCWs. Also,
healthcare facilities should prioritize preventive measures targeting
hypertension among HCWs, particularly focusing on older individuals who may be
at higher risk.
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