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Hypertension, a leading risk factor for
cardiovascular diseases, has reached alarming prevalence levels globally and in
Ghana. This study investigates the behavioral, socio-cultural, and
environmental factors influencing the high prevalence of hypertension at the
Nkwanta South Municipal Hospital. Cardiovascular diseases, driven largely by hypertension,
account for a significant proportion of global mortality. In Ghana,
hypertension has emerged as a major public health challenge, contributing
substantially to hospital admissions and deaths. The Nkwanta South
Municipality, with its unique socio-cultural dynamics, presents a critical case
for examining the multifaceted determinants of hypertension. This study aims to
identify and analyze the key factors contributing to hypertension prevalence in
this region. A cross-sectional descriptive research design was employed,
involving 380 respondents from the Nkwanta South Municipality. Data were
collected through structured questionnaires focusing on demographic
characteristics, behavioral risk factors (e.g., smoking, alcohol consumption, physical
activity, dietary habits), socio-cultural influences (e.g., education,
employment, income, social support), and environmental factors (e.g., living
conditions, healthcare access). Statistical analysis, including descriptive
statistics and logistic regression, was conducted using SPSS version 26. The
demographic analysis revealed a balanced age distribution, with a higher
prevalence of hypertension among individuals aged 30-49. Behavioral factors
indicated significant smoking (30%) and alcohol consumption (25%), coupled with
low physical activity (40%) and high salt intake (30%). Socio-cultural factors
showed that higher education levels correlated with better hypertension
management, whereas low income and unemployment were linked to higher
prevalence rates. Environmental factors highlighted the urban and suburban
residents' higher exposure to hypertension risks compared to their rural
counterparts. The study found that behavioral risk factors, such as smoking and
unhealthy diets, significantly contribute to hypertension prevalence.
Socio-cultural factors, including education and income levels, also play a
crucial role in hypertension management and control. Environmental factors,
such as living conditions and access to healthcare, further exacerbate the risk
of hypertension in urban and suburban areas. The high prevalence of
hypertension in the Nkwanta South Municipality is influenced by a complex
interplay of behavioral, socio-cultural, and environmental factors. Addressing
these determinants requires a multifaceted approach, incorporating public
health education, socio-economic interventions, and improved healthcare access.
It is recommended that policymakers implement targeted health education
campaigns to promote healthy lifestyles, enhance socio-economic support
programs to reduce income disparities, and improve healthcare infrastructure to
facilitate better hypertension management. Further research is needed to
explore the long-term impact of these interventions on reducing hypertension
prevalence in similar settings.
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