Hypertension: The future of Ghana (protocols) (Preprint)

BACKGROUND Many studies on HPT (hypertension) in Ghana are focused mainly on the adult population. There is no in-depth study conducted on the youth of Ghana to ascertain what the future holds for the nation with regards to HPT. OBJECTIVE The aim of this protocol is to assess the current prevalence of HPT and pre HPT of the youth of Ghana, estimate the future prevalence and propose possible interventions. METHODS : A community-based, cross-sectional study will be conducted in selected SHS (Senior High Schools) in the Ashanti region of Ghana to assess the prevalence of HPT and pre HPT within the youth of Ghana. RESULTS Phase A data collection in progress CONCLUSIONS Discussion: Early detection efforts such as screening at risks population are embraced in the prevention of HPT as this study seeks to do, and to convey clarity of HPT and pre HPT. Though focusing on Ghanaian youth, study findings could also be used as a reference for Africa and the world at large.