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Physical activity and hypertension in South African adults

  • L.J. Ware
  • , Kirsten Rennie
  • , L Gafane
  • , Jade Collard
  • , T. Nell
  • , Aletta Shutte

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    Abstract

    Estimates suggest that approximately 6-million South Africans have hypertension, with half classified as stage 1 (mild). Mindful of the cost of lifelong drug therapy, the South African
    Hypertension Society guidelines suggest delaying drug therapy through lifestyle modification (increased physical activity and weight management) in all but those with the highest risk. This pilot study examined the relationship of BP with physical activity and bodyweight in black South African adults employed in physical occupations
    Original languageEnglish
    Article numberCP2
    Number of pages1
    JournalJournal of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes of South Africa (JEMDSA)
    Volume19
    Issue number1
    Publication statusPublished - 2014
    Event 49th Congress of the Society for Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes of South Africa - Durban, South Africa
    Duration: 16 May 2014 → …

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