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Hypertension Prevalence Among African Bank Employees Revealed

10/23/2025

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A systematic review assessed hypertension prevalence among African bank employees using studies from 2015 to 2024.
The search screened over 3,600 studies from various databases, with only high-quality studies meeting criteria included.
The review determined pooled hypertension prevalence and risk factors, including demographic and lifestyle elements.
Statistical methods included random-effects models and sensitivity analyses to assess heterogeneity and publication bias.
No evidence of publication bias was found.

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Story summary

A systematic review assessed hypertension prevalence among African bank employees using studies from 2015 to 2024.
The search screened over 3,600 studies from various databases, with only high-quality studies meeting criteria included.
The review determined pooled hypertension prevalence and risk factors, including demographic and lifestyle elements.
Statistical methods included random-effects models and sensitivity analyses to assess heterogeneity and publication bias.
No evidence of publication bias was found.