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Clustering of cardiovascular risk factors and their association with socio-demographic and lifestyle factors in middle-aged and older adults in rural northeast South Africa: Findings from HAALSI

2026Open accessUniversity of the Witwatersrand

Abstract

The analysis revealed distinct clustering of CVD risk profiles indicating the need for targeted screening and context-specific prevention strategies to address hidden cardiometabolic risk in seemingly low-risk groups.

Research topics

Chronic Disease Management Strategies
Health disparities and outcomes
HIV/AIDS Impact and Responses

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DOI: 10.1016/j.puhe.2026.106246

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