Hypertension Prevalence, Treatment and Control in Older Adults in a Brazilian Capital City.

Ana Luiza Lima SousaSandro Rodrigues BatistaAndrea Cristina SousaJade Alves S PachecoPriscila Valverde de Oliveria VitorinoValéria Pagotto

Published in: Arquivos brasileiros de cardiologia (2019)

The prevalence rates were high. Treatment and control rates were low and associated with gender, age and lifestyle, indicating the need for early and individual interventions.

Keyphrases

physical activity
risk factors
blood pressure
cardiovascular disease
mental health
type diabetes