Hypertension Prevalence and Determinants among Black South African Adults in Semi-Urban and Rural Areas
The burden of hypertension is reported to be on the rise in developing countries, such as South Africa, despite increased efforts to address it. Using a cross-sectional study design, we assessed and compared the prevalence of and risk factors associated with hypertension amongst adults aged ≥18 year...
Main Authors: | Peter M. Mphekgwana, Nancy Malema, Kotsedi D. Monyeki, Tebogo M. Mothiba, Mpsanyana Makgahlela, Nancy Kgatla, Irene Makgato, Tholene Sodi |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2020-10-01
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Series: | International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/17/20/7463 |
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