CAUSES AND RISK FACTORS OF THE INCREASE OF HYPERTENSION AMONG YOUTH.
Abstract
This article analyzes the causes of the increase in hypertension among young people, risk factors, and its social and medical consequences. The study highlights the impact of hypertension on the health of young people, its connection with factors such as malnutrition, physical inactivity, stress, insomnia, and harmful habits. It also suggests ways to prevent the disease by forming a healthy lifestyle, strengthening preventive measures, and increasing medical literacy. The article substantiates the role of individual and social responsibility in maintaining the health of young people and the importance of the principles of a healthy lifestyle.
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