Publications by authors named "Yvette Kisaka"
Article Synopsis
- - Kenya is facing an increasing rate of cardiovascular diseases influenced by demographic changes and rising health risks, with the study focusing on ideal cardiovascular health (iCVH) as defined by the American Heart Association (AHA) using eight health metrics.
- - The analysis of data from the 2015 Kenya STEPwise survey found an average cardiovascular health score of 78.6%, with notable differences based on gender, location, and alcohol consumption, revealing a 45.6% prevalence of iCVH among participants.
- - The study concluded that iCVH is less common in older adults, urban dwellers, and alcohol users, highlighting the need for targeted public health strategies to improve cardiovascular health in these at-risk groups.
