Knowledge, Attitude, and Preventive Practices for Cardiovascular Diseases Among Type 2 Diabetic Patients in Kabul City

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Observational analysis uncovered knowledge gaps in cardiovascular diseases among type 2 diabetics, indicating a need for educational interventions.

Only 12.1% recognized chest pain as a heart attack symptom, showing critical knowledge gaps among participants.
83.3% identified cardiovascular diseases as a major health threat, yet practical preventive behaviors were lacking.
Data collected from 528 type 2 diabetic patients in Kabul City through structured questionnaires assessed knowledge and practices.
Significant gender differences were noted with males showing higher knowledge and practice scores, underlining educational disparities.

Safi et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Observational analysis uncovered knowledge gaps in cardiovascular diseases among type 2 diabetics, indicating a need for educational interventions.