Hypertension screening across different age groups in Indian adults: Evidence from nationally representative cross-sectional data.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Hypertension is a significant public health concern globally and in India, contributing substantially to the burden of cardiovascular diseases. Early detection through appropriate screening practices is critical to mitigating its long-term impact. However, there is limited evidence on age-specific screening practices for hypertension in the Indian population. This study aims to assess hypertension screening practices across different age groups and identify associated socio-demographic, behavioral, and physiological factors to inform effective public health strategies.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted using data from the fifth National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5), which included 1,01,839 men and 7,24,115 women aged 15 years and above. Hypertension w

SUBMITTER: Mathiyalagen P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12571314 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature