THE LEVEL OF AWARENESS ABOUT RISK FACTORS OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES AMONG STUDENTS OF TBILISI STATE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
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https://doi.org/10.52340/jecm.2025.04.29Keywords:
cardiovascular, diseases, awareness, risk factors, TSMUAbstract
This study assessed the awareness of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors among 142 students of Tbilisi State Medical University using an anonymous questionnaire. Results showed most students recognize key risk factors, including unhealthy lifestyle, physical inactivity, substance addiction, diabetes, and high cholesterol. However, knowledge gaps remain, especially concerning gender differences in CVD risk among diabetic patients. Given cardiovascular diseases’ leading role in non-communicable disease mortality globally, improving student awareness through educational programs focused on healthy lifestyles and prevention is essential to reduce disease burden.
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