Public awareness of cardiovascular disease and its risk factors in Palestine: a cross-sectional survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are the leading global cause of mortality, projected to account for 23.3 million deaths annually by 2030, presenting a significant public health burden. While largely preventable through addressing modifiable risk factors, low-resource settings like Palestine face a disproportionate CVD burden. Public awareness of CVD risk factors and symptoms is therefore essential for mitigating this burden. This study aimed to assess general knowledge of CVD among Palestinians and identify factors influencing awareness to inform community health programs.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 410 Palestinian in the West Bank from March to May 2024. Participants were recruited from ten cities, and a validated questionnaire adapted fro

SUBMITTER: Awad MYH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12817538 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature