Abstract

The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence, risk factors, awareness, treatment and control of hypertension among 15-49 years-old house-wives in Fazilet Uluışık Health District in Konya. This study was a cross-sectional study. A total of 12447 women aged 15-49 years were included in study who were resident in that health district. 576 participants were selected by cluster sampling method. The prevalence of hypertension was 40.5%. Risk factors for hypertension were being older than 35 years of age, and also being below the primary school education level and no smoking. Among hypertensives, 23.1% were aware of their hypertension, 10.3% were treated, and 5.5% were controlled. The rates of awareness, were higher in over 35 years of age, maried-widowed women and being below the primary school education level. The results showed that the prevalence of hypertension was high in Konya in 15-49 age group. The detection and control of hypertension is unsatisfactory among womens. There is need to implement an effective community based programme.

Key words: Hypertension, house-wifes, prevalence, awereness

Article Language: Turkish English