Cross-sectional study estimates risk factors for non-communicable diseases in a rural population, highlighting significant associations with age and tobacco usage.
Key Points
Overall, 41.5% of participants exhibited one or more risk factors for non-communicable diseases.
Key findings include 21.3% tobacco usage, 18.7% systolic hypertension, and 11.7% abnormal blood sugar levels.
Cross-sectional study conducted in rural Ghaziabad, India, assessing risk factors using the WHO STEPS approach.
Highlighting the need for awareness and lifestyle modifications to address rising non-communicable diseases.