Prevalence of the Metabolic Syndrome and its Associated Factors among Hospital Workers at a Rwandan Provincial Hospital: A Cross-Sectional Study

Key Points

• Metabolic syndrome is prevalent among hospital workers, especially women, indicating significant health concerns.
• Participants had a higher body mass index (BMI), with age being a significant predictor of metabolic syndrome.
• Cross-sectional analysis across a Rwandan provincial hospital shows the need for effective workplace health strategies.
• This highlights the importance of addressing modifiable risk factors in workforce health management.