Cross-Sectional Study | Hypertension common among poorest, least educated around the world.

The Association of Socioeconomic Status With Hypertension in 76 Low- and Middle-Income Countries – Journal of the American College of Cardiology (link to abstract – $ for full-text)

News Release: Hypertension Common Among Poorest, Least Educated Around the World – American College of Cardiology

Editorial: Hypertension—A Silent Killer Without Global Bounds: What Next? – Journal of the American College of Cardiology

Commentary: Hypertension Common Among Poorest, Least Educated Globally – HealthDay

Commentary on Twitter

#HTN is a common condition in low- & middle-income countries. As countries develop economically, these groups may experience a greater #hypertension prevalence relative to those w/ ⬆️ socioeconomic status. Read more on this important work now out in #JACC: https://t.co/sOzb1aWRvk pic.twitter.com/w00raCmuCW

— JACC Journals (@JACCJournals) August 16, 2022