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Sex‐Related Absolute and Relative Inequalities in Hypertension Prevalence Among Adults Aged 30–79 in Ghana, 1990–2019

Abstract

Over three decades, Ghana has experienced a widening sex disparity in age-standardised hypertension prevalence, with women consistently having a higher burden than men. Given that a substantial portion of the national burden of hypertension could be averted by closing this gap, urgent gender-responsive public health strategies are required to advance cardiovascular equity in Ghana.

Research topics

  • Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies
  • Sex and Gender in Healthcare
  • Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology

Sustainable Development Goals

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DOI: 10.1111/tmi.70082

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