Why the study?
Does knowledge and awareness of CVD risk factors differ between male and female college students?
Population
403 college students between the ages of 18 and 25 (137 male, 266 female)
Comparison
Questionnaire measuring knowledge and awareness… vs Comparison between men and women
Design
Cross-sectional
Key result
College students aged 18 to 25 had limited knowledge of CVD risk signs and symptoms, with men demonstrating greater knowledge and awareness than women.
Authors
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May support targeted CVD education for female college students; leaves open impact on risk reduction or optimal interventions.
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.
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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