Abstract

The most prevalent chronic condition in both industrialized and developing nations is hypertension, one of the most serious health issues. It is known as the silent killer and is typically discovered by accident. Despite the fact that hypertension is a preventable and treatable disorder, if left untreated, it can have dangerous and even fatal side effects. By educating the public, altering attitudes and behaviors, and increasing public awareness, prevention plays a vital role in the control of this disease. METHODS: In one stage, by one group, a cross-sectional correlation-descriptive investigation was carried out, (234) participants were chosen at random from a group of hypertension patients in Hyderabad who had been referred to public health care facilities. RESULTS: The results show that among hypertension patients mindfulness and practise; inadequate knowledge; perception and attitude are significantly correlated. Knowledge and practice or knowledge and attitude do not significantly interact. Additionally, there is a strong correlation between the patients' attitudes and practices. CONCLUSIONS: Patients generally had a high level of Despite their pressures, they lack illness awareness, information, disposition, and practise was remained uncontrolled. Uncontrolled hypertension is accompanied by a number of obstacles, notably those linked to therapy. The results indicate that more research is necessary to find fresh, efficient solutions to this issue.

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