Cardiovascular diseases health literacy among Italian navy personnel: A cross-sectional survey.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

This study assesses cardiovascular disease (CVD) awareness among Italian Navy personnel, emphasizing the understanding of risk factors. It aims to provide insights that could enhance health education initiatives tailored to military settings.

Study design

Cross-sectional survey.

Methods

From February 2021 to March 2022, participants were enrolled through opportunistic sampling among Italian Navy personnel. They were surveyed using a structured questionnaire divided into two parts. It was designed to elicit open-ended and closed-ended responses on their knowledge of CVD, its risk factors, and associated diagnostic thresholds. Statistical analyses included logistic regression conducted with R software.

Results

A total of 785 participants were enrolled.

SUBMITTER: Rondinini L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11795100 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature