Prevalence of physical inactivity and associated factors among adults in Eastern African countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Physical inactivity is a major global public health concern, increasing the risk factor of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and mortality. The WHO has initiated the Global Action Plan on Physical Activity to reduce global physical inactivity by 15% by 2030. Rapid urbanisation and insufficient physical activity in the Global South have significant implications for public health, leading to increased NCDs. Understanding physical inactivity and related risk factors among adults is essential in addressing the growing NCD epidemic. This study aims to estimate the pooled prevalence of physical inactivity and its associated risk factors among adults in Eastern African countries.

Methods and analysis

This review protocol will follow the Preferred Reporting Items for Sys

SUBMITTER: Abuhay HW 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11605833 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature