Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Preventive Strategies of Hypertension Among Young Adults in the United Arab Emirates.
A, R.H.A., MNM, A., I, A.D.A., M, G.A.H.Y., & J, M. (2026). Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Preventive Strategies of Hypertension Among Young Adults in the United Arab Emirates.. International journal of environmental research and public health. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph23060698
A RHA, MNM A, I ADA, M GAHY, J M. Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Preventive Strategies of Hypertension Among Young Adults in the United Arab Emirates.. International journal of environmental research and public health. 2026; doi: 10.3390/ijerph23060698
A RHA, MNM A, I ADA, et al. Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Preventive Strategies of Hypertension Among Young Adults in the United Arab Emirates.[J]. International journal of environmental research and public health. 2026. DOI: 10.3390/ijerph23060698.
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author = {Raid Hussain Aljubori A and Abutartour MNM and Abdulla Darwish Ali I and Ghaith Al Haj Younes M and Muttappallymyalil J},
title = {Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Preventive Strategies of Hypertension Among Young Adults in the United Arab Emirates.},
journal = {International journal of environmental research and public health},
year = {2026},
doi = {10.3390/ijerph23060698},
note = {PMID: 42354229},
}
TY - JOUR AU - Raid Hussain Aljubori A AU - Abutartour MNM AU - Abdulla Darwish Ali I AU - Ghaith Al Haj Younes M AU - Muttappallymyalil J TI - Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Preventive Strategies of Hypertension Among Young Adults in the United Arab Emirates. T2 - International journal of environmental research and public health PY - 2026 DO - 10.3390/ijerph23060698 AN - PMID:42354229 ER -
Background: Hypertension is one of the most common noncommunicable diseases. Objectives: This research assessed the magnitude of hypertension among young adults, identified its key determinants, and explored potential strategies adopted for prevention. Methods: A cross-sectional design was employed, including 1606 participants aged 18 years and older, recruited through convenience sampling from universities and community settings. Data were collected using a content-validated questionnaire covering sociodemographic information, personal and family medical history, and lifestyle habits. Results: Of the participants, 993 (61.8%) reported hypertension, nearly double previous national estimates. Male gender, age ≥ 30 years, and family history were significant risk factors, along with smoking, alcohol use, sedentary lifestyle, and unhealthy diet, while physical activity and dietary modification were protective. Despite high prevalence, only 22.1% had controlled blood pressure and 17.8% adhered to medication, with 51.5% relying on herbal remedies. Conclusions: These findings highlight the urgent need for early screening, youth-focused awareness, and culturally tailored interventions to reduce hypertension and prevent long-term cardiovascular complications. Hypertension among young adults in the UAE is a major public health concern, requiring integrated strategies combining education, lifestyle modification, and medical management to improve outcomes.