Publications by authors named "Rashidah Nazzindah"
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates physical activity levels in people living with HIV (PLHIV) and those without HIV (PWOH) in Uganda, focusing on its relationship with coronary artery disease (CAD) as detected by computed tomography.
- Researchers analyzed data from 168 participants, revealing that males engaged in more moderate-to-vigorous physical activity than females, although overall activity levels were low for both groups compared to recommended guidelines.
- After considering age and sex, the study found no significant link between physical activity and the presence of CAD, suggesting that other factors may contribute to cardiovascular disease risk in this population.
People living with HIV (PLWH) are at increased risk for cardiovascular disease. Physical activity, exercise, and controlled diet can mitigate this risk, yet these behaviors are understudied in sub-Saharan Africa. Our objective was to describe and compare the meaning, value, and patterns of physical activity, exercise, and diet among PLWH and older adults without HIV in Uganda.
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