The Impact of Socioeconomic Factors on the Prevalence of Hypertension in Urban and Rural Populations: A Comparative Study

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@article{1707436,
      author = {Martin Asare, Olamide Oni, Isaiah Olumeko, Sulaimon Jadesola Nafisat},
      title = {The Impact of Socioeconomic Factors on the Prevalence of Hypertension in Urban and Rural Populations: A Comparative Study},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2025},
      volume = {8},
      number = {9},
      pages = {373-384},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1707436.pdf},
      abstract = {Hypertension, often referred to as the "silent killer," remains a global health challenge, particularly in urban and rural populations. This comparative study examines the impact of socioeconomic factors such as income, education, occupation, and healthcare access on hypertension prevalence in urban and rural settings. Given the increasing global burden of hypertension, this study aims to identify key differences in hypertension rates between these two demographic groups and evaluate the role of health literacy and preventive behaviors in controlling hypertension. By analyzing data from both urban and rural populations, the study highlights significant urban-rural disparities in healthcare access, lifestyle choices, and hypertension management. The results underscore the need for region-specific interventions to address hypertension, particularly in underserved rural populations, where healthcare infrastructure is often limited. The findings contribute to the development of more targeted strategies for hypertension prevention and management, informing public health policies and interventions.},
      keywords = {Hypertension, urban-rural disparities, socioeconomic factors, healthcare access, income, education, occupation, health literacy, preventive behaviors, public health interventions.},
      month = {March},
  }