Cardiovascular Risk Among University Students from Developed and Developing Nations

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Authors

Barry E. Bleske · University of Michigan–Ann Arbor

Steven R Erickson · University of Michigan–Ann Arbor

Sahar Fahoum · University of Kalamoon

Krishna R Devarakonda · Oakwood Academy

Lynda S Welage · University of Michigan–Ann Arbor

Marah Koudmani · University of Kalamoon

Narayan Pantham · Kakatiya University

Stephanie B Edwin

Abstract

Cardiovascular risk factors among young adults in a university setting vary depending on global setting. Based upon the results of this study, targeted interventional programs based on risk findings from individual countries may be a reasonable future strategy to help reduce long term cardiovascular morbidity and mortality.

Topics & Keywords

Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins Cardiovascular Health and Risk Factors Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: The Open Cardiovascular Medicine Journal

Volume 5, Issue 1, pp. 117-122

DOI: 10.2174/1874192401105010117

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