Estimates of Diabetes Mellitus and Hypertension and Associated Risk Factors

Abstract

Background: Non-communicable diseases are among the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in India Objective: The present study aimed at identifying the prevalence of Diabetes mellitus, hypertension and their associated risk factors. Methods: Descriptive survey design was used and 145 adults were selected by using non-probability purposive sampling technique. Random blood sugar and blood pressure were measured. Risk factors such as Smoking, alcohol intake, unhealthy dietary habits, physical inactivity and BMI were assessed. Results: 16% of subject’s blood sugar was above normal. Blood pressure was high among 41% of subjects. 10%, 9% of subjects reported smoking, alcohol intake respectively. BMI was high among 43% of subjects. A significant portion of study subjects had unhealthy dietary habits and physical inactivity. 46.3% subjects had more than two risk factors. Conclusion: The current study reveals a high prevalence of DM, HTN and several risk factors among the study subjects, which calls for immediate action to curb this epidemic. Key words: Non communicable diseases (NCDs), Diabetes mellitus, Hypertension, Risk factors