@article{ref1,
title="Exposure to intimate partner violence and hypertension outcomes among young women in South Africa",
journal="International journal of hypertension",
year="2021",
author="De Wet-Billings, Nicole and Godongwana, Motlatso",
volume="2021",
number="",
pages="e5519356-e5519356",
abstract="Hypertension and intimate partner violence is affecting longevity and quality of life among women worldwide. In this study, intimate partner violence is identified as a risk factor for hypertension outcomes among young women in South Africa. Using a nationally representative sample of 216 (N) young women (15-34 years old) from the South African Demographic and Health Survey, this study uses cross-tabulations and logistic regression methods to identify the odds of hypertension outcomes. <br><br>RESULTS show that between 20 and 41% of 15-34-year-old women have hypertension. Further, 68% of women with hypertension experienced physical intimate partner violence. Finally, the odds of hypertension are increased if young women experience physical (OR: 4.07; CI: 1.04726-15.82438) or sexual (OR: 2.56; CI: 1.18198-5.55834) intimate partner violence. Efforts to reduce hypertension outcomes in the country should include intimate partner violence awareness and assistance.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="2090-0384",
doi="10.1155/2021/5519356",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2021/5519356"
}