Abstract 169: Knowledge, Attitude and Behaviors Influencing the Control of Hypertension and Diabetes: A Quantitative Study From India [Session Title: Poster Session AM]

Discussion: There is a gap in knowledge about how to prevent CVD, even as most patients expressed concern about it. Poor insight into the disease process, belief in traditional practices, and competing financial needs were significant barriers to adopting healthy lifestyle behaviors. Intervention models should consider the existing level of knowledge and work with local traditions in order to improve self-management among those with hypertension and diabetes in this community.

Source: Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes - April 5, 2018 Category: Cardiology Authors: Barbhaya, D., Satish, P., Khetan, A., Madan Mohan, S. K., Josephson, R., Webel, A. Tags: Session Title: Poster Session AM Source Type: research