Trends in cardiovascular disease risk factor prevalence among male transport workers: Bulgaria, 1986 to 1997.
cross_sectional · Level IV
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Abstract
This study investigated cardiovascular risk factors among male transport workers in Bulgaria. Comparisons were made of data from independent surveys conducted among male transport workers aged 30 to 59 years in Sofia, Bulgaria, during 1986 (n = 1146) and 1996-1997 (n = 638). Smoking prevalence increased from 49% to 59% between 1986 and 1996-1997. Among current smokers, the percentage smoking 15 or more cigarettes per day decreased. The prevalence of elevated body mass index, hypertension, or angina pectoris did not change. Smoking prevalence rates increased during the study period; the prevalence of other risk factors remained high.
Medical subject headings
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Occupations
- Smoking
- Transportation