Demographic and Lifestyle Factors Influencing Cardiovascular Health Among Construction Workers: A Cross-Sectional Analysis
Journal Title: International Journal of Experimental Research and Review - Year 2024, Vol 42, Issue 6
Abstract
This study examined cardiometabolic parameters and their relationships among construction workers with varying smoking status. This study examines construction workers' cardiovascular (CV) health status, the variations among gender, age, and education groups, and the interaction between CV health (CVH) variables and health practices. This cross-sectional study included 210 construction workers (159 non-smokers and 51 smokers). Anthropometric measures, blood pressure, fasting blood sugar, total cholesterol, and physical activity levels were evaluated. Pearson's correlation analysis was performed to evaluate associations between variables. Smokers exhibited higher physical activity levels (p=0.03), while pulse pressure was similar between groups. Body mass index had a weak positive connection with diastolic blood pressure (r=0.147, p=0.034) and pulse pressure (r=0.137, p=0.048). Systolic blood pressure (r=0.697, p<0.001) and pulse pressure (r=0.965, p<0.001) showed strong positive relationships, while physical activity had a modest link with fasting blood sugar (r=0.145, p=0.036). The study highlights the relationships between cardiometabolic factors and physical activity levels among construction workers, emphasizing the potential impact of lifestyle factors on cardiovascular health in this occupational group. About one-fourth of the construction workers accomplished only four of the seven "ideal" CVH markers. Because of their stressful jobs and unhealthy lifestyles, construction workers have a moderate to high risk of CV disease.
Authors and Affiliations
Leela Bhavani Ranganathan, Archana Rajasundaram, Sasi Kumar Santhosh Kumar
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- EP ID EP743871
- DOI 10.52756/ijerr.2024.v42.027
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