scholarly journals Prevalence of obesity, hypertension, and diabetes, and cascade of care in sub-Saharan Africa: a cross-sectional, population-based study in rural and urban Malawi

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 208-222 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alison J Price ◽  
Amelia C Crampin ◽  
Alemayehu Amberbir ◽  
Ndoliwe Kayuni-Chihana ◽  
Crispin Musicha ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Population Based ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Population Based Study ◽  
Rural And Urban ◽  
Cascade Of Care ◽  
Prevalence Of Obesity ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
Obesity Hypertension

scholarly journals Prevalence and correlates of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias in rural Uganda: cross-sectional, population-based study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
VINCENT MUBANGIZI ◽  
Samuel Maling ◽  
Celestino Obua ◽  
Alexander C. Tsai
Keyword(s):  
Alzheimer’S Disease ◽  
Alzheimer's Disease ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Population Based Study ◽  
Community Screening ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Multivariable Regression ◽  
Sub Saharan

Abstract Background: There is a paucity of data on the prevalence and correlates of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias in sub-Saharan Africa. The aim of the study was to estimate the prevalence and correlates of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias in rural Uganda. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional, population-based study in a rural region of southwestern Uganda. The Brief Community Screening Instrument for Dementia was administered to a multi-stage area probability sample of 400 people aged 60 years and over. Multivariable logistic regression was used to estimate correlates of probable dementia. Results: Overall, 80(20%) of the sample screened positive for dementia. On multivariable regression, we estimated the following correlates of probable dementia: age (adjusted odds ratio [AOR], 1.02 per year; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.10-1.03, p˂0.001), having some education (AOR, 0.57; 95% CI, 0.41-0.81, p=0.001), exercise (AOR, 0.44; 95% CI, 0.27-0.72, p=0.001), and having a ventilated kitchen (AOR, 0.43; (95% CI, 0.24-0.77, p=0.001). Conclusions: In this population-based sample of older-age adults, nearly one-fifth screened positive for dementia. Key words: Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, Sub-Saharan Africa, Uganda

scholarly journals Determinants of Restrictive Spirometric Pattern in a Sub-Saharan Urban Setting: A Cross-sectional Population-based Study

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 86-95 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eric Walter Pefura-Yone ◽  
Adamou Dodo Balkissou ◽  
Andre Pascal Kengne
Keyword(s):  
Heart Diseases ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Forced Expiratory Volume ◽  
Urban Setting ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
History Of ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
And Control ◽  
Restrictive Pattern

Background Restrictive spirometric pattern is a risk factor for all-cause and cause-specific mortality. Objective We assessed the prevalence of restrictive pattern and investigated its determinants in a major sub-Saharan Africa city. Methods Participants were adults (≥ 19 years) who took part in a population-based survey in Yaounde (Cameroon) between December 2013 and April 2014. Restrictive pattern was based on a FVC below the lower limit of the normal (LLN) and a ratio forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1)/FVC ≥ LLN (LLN-based restrictive pattern) or a FVC <80% and FEV1/FVC ≥ LLN (fixed cut-off based restrictive pattern). Determinants were investigated by logistic regressions. Results In all, 1003 participants [514 (51.2%) women] with a mean age of 33.7 years were included. The prevalence of restrictive pattern was 18.8% (95%CI: 16.6-21.2) based on LLN and 15.0% (13.0-17.2) based on fixed cut-off. LLN-based restrictive pattern was mild in 148 (78.3%) subjects, moderate in 35 (18.5%) and severe in 6 (3.2%). Determinants of LLN-based restrictive pattern were age ≥ 60 years [adjusted odds ratio 2.90 (95%CI 1.46-5.77), p=0.002), history of pulmonary tuberculosis [3.81(1.42-10.20), p=0.008], prevalent heart diseases [3.81 (1.20-12.12), p=0.024] and underweight [5.15(1.30-20.39), p=0.020]. Determinants were largely similar with slightly different effect sizes for fixed cut-off based restrictive pattern. Conclusion Restrictive pattern was very frequent in this city. Clinical implications These results enhance the needs to increase the efforts to prevent and control tuberculosis, cardiovascular diseases and underweight in this setting.

scholarly journals Hypertension in Sub-Saharan Africa: Cross-Sectional Surveys in Four Rural and Urban Communities

PLoS ONE ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. e32638 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marleen E. Hendriks ◽  
Ferdinand W. N. M. Wit ◽  
Marijke T. L. Roos ◽  
Lizzy M. Brewster ◽  
Tanimola M. Akande ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Urban Communities ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Rural And Urban ◽  
Sub Saharan

scholarly journals May Measurement Month 2019: an analysis of blood pressure screening results from Benin–Sub-Saharan Africa

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (Supplement_B) ◽  
pp. B24-B26
Author(s):  
Corine Houehanou ◽  
Léopold Codjo ◽  
Philippe Adjagba ◽  
Arnaud Sonou ◽  
Hugues Dohou ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Antihypertensive Medication ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Rural And Urban Areas ◽  
Rural And Urban ◽  
Sub Saharan

Abstract Hypertension constitutes a major health concern worldwide and particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. May Measurement Month (MMM) is a global initiative of the International Society of Hypertension for raising awareness of high blood pressure (BP). This work aims to determine the prevalence, awareness and levels of treatment and control of hypertension among adults participating in the MMM Campaign in Benin in 2019 (MMM19). A cross-sectional survey including volunteers aged ≥18 years was carried out in June 2019 in 13 rural and urban areas in Benin. BP measurement followed the MMM19 protocol. Hypertension was defined as a systolic BP ≥140 mmHg, or a diastolic BP ≥90 mmHg (based on the mean of the second and third readings) or taking antihypertensive medication. A total of 3637 people were screened with a female predominance (61.4%) and a mean age of 44.4 ± 16.1 years. A total of 1363 (37.5%) participants had hypertension. Of 1363 participants with hypertension: 64.5% were aware of their status and 43.9% were taking antihypertensive medication. Among 598 participants taking anti-hypertensive medication, 34.9% had controlled BP (systolic BP &lt;140 mmHg and diastolic BP &lt;90 mmHg). The results suggest a high prevalence of hypertension in Benin and that intensifying actions for its primary prevention, early detection and effective management should be encouraged.

scholarly journals Prevalence and correlates of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias in rural Uganda: cross-sectional, population-based study

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
VINCENT MUBANGIZI ◽  
Samuel Maling ◽  
Celestino Obua ◽  
Alexander C. Tsai
Keyword(s):  
Alzheimer’S Disease ◽  
Alzheimer's Disease ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Population Based Study ◽  
Community Screening ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Multivariable Regression ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
Southwestern Uganda

Abstract Introduction There is a paucity of data on the prevalence and correlates of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias in sub-Saharan Africa.Objective To estimate the prevalence and correlates of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias in rural Uganda.Methods We conducted a cross-sectional, population-based study in a rural region of southwestern Uganda. The Brief Community Screening Instrument for Dementia was administered to a multi-stage area probability sample of 400 people aged 60 years and over. Multivariable logistic regression was used to estimate correlates of probable dementia.Results Overall, 80 (20%) of the sample screened positive for dementia. On multivariable regression, we estimated the following correlates of probable dementia: age (adjusted odds ratio [AOR], 1.02 per year; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.10-1.03, p˂0.001), having some education (AOR, 0.57; 95% CI, 0.41-0.81, p=0.001), exercise (AOR, 0.44; 95% CI, 0.27-0.72, p=0.001), and having a ventilated kitchen (AOR, 0.43; (95% CI, 0.24-0.77, p=0.001).Conclusion In this population-based sample of older-age adults, nearly one-fifth screened positive for dementia.

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