Physical activity and hypertension in South African adults
Ware, L.J., Rennie, Kirsten, Gafane, L, Collard, Jade, Nell, T. and Shutte, Aletta
(2014)
Physical activity and hypertension in South African adults.
Journal of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes of South Africa (JEMDSA), 19 (1): CP2.
ISSN 1608-9677
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
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