October 2, 2020Current Hypertension Reviews
Epidemiology of Hypertension and Diabetes Mellitus in Latin America
Key result
Hypertension and type 2 diabetes mellitus affect 30-50% and 8-13% of the Latin American population, respectively, with low awareness and control driving cardiovascular mortality risk.
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Populations in Latin America
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Implication
May prompt targeted public health initiatives in Latin America; leaves open optimal strategies to improve control and reduce mortality.
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Populations in Latin America
Hypertension and type 2 diabetes are highly prevalent in Latin America with low rates of awareness and control, highlighting the need for improved public health programs.
Cite This Study
López‐Jaramillo et al. (2020) conducted a review in Hypertension and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Hypertension and type 2 diabetes mellitus affect 30-50% and 8-13% of the Latin American population, respectively, with low awareness and control driving cardiovascular mortality risk.