Key result
College students show limited CVD risk knowledge, though men demonstrate greater awareness than women.
Why the study?
Research on CVD risk has focused on adults 40 and over, while early screening guidelines target those in their early twenties to enable prevention.
Does knowledge and awareness of CVD risk factors differ between male and female college students?
Cross-Sectional (n=403)
Does knowledge and awareness of CVD risk factors differ between male and female college students?
College students, particularly women, have limited knowledge of CVD risk factors and symptoms, highlighting the need for targeted prevention and education programs.
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May support targeted CVD education for female college students; leaves open impact on risk reduction or optimal interventions.
Recent changes by the American Heart Association identify screening guidelines for CVD risk factors for those in their early twenties. Research on CVD has focused on adult populations 40 and over. If risk is identified at an earlier age, then preventative behaviors can be established to prevent the onset and prevalence of CVD. This study was conducted to identify college students’ awareness of early screening for and knowledge of CVD risk factors. Specifically, this study examined differences between men, women, and risk perception. Participants were 403 college students (male = 137; female = 266) between the ages of 18 and 25 that completed a questionnaire measuring knowledge and awareness of CVD risk. Results showed that college students had limited knowledge of CVD risk, specifically signs and symptoms. A majority of the participants identified awareness of early screening guidelines. Women rated cancer as the leading cause of death more frequently than men did. Further results indicated men continue to be more knowledgeable and aware of CVD risk. Practitioners and health educators need to use existing literature and new CVD guidelines in the United States to develop prevention programs and strategies. Prevention strategies and education should be specifically targeted toward young women and adults.
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Romero et al. (2005) conducted a cross-sectional in Cardiovascular Disease Risk Awareness (n=403). Male sex vs. Female sex was evaluated on Knowledge and awareness of CVD risk factors. College students aged 18 to 25 had limited knowledge of CVD risk signs and symptoms, with men demonstrating greater knowledge and awareness than women.
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