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Hypertension and the Well-Being of African Migrants in South Africa

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  • Ufuoma Patience Ejoke

    (Department of Psychology, Faculty of the Humanities, University of the Free State, Bloemfontein P.O. Box 339, South Africa)

  • Edwin Devon Du Plessis

    (Department of Psychology, Faculty of the Humanities, University of the Free State, Bloemfontein P.O. Box 339, South Africa)

Abstract

This article examines the risk factors for hypertension among migrants in South Africa, a critical public health concern. We explore the connection between acculturation, lifestyle changes, obesity, diet, urbanization, and socioeconomic status in contributing to hypertension risk. Our analysis highlights the unique challenges faced by African migrants, including acculturative stress, limited healthcare access, and lifestyle changes. The findings have significant implications for health promotion, disease prevention, and policy development. We emphasize the need for targeted interventions and updated immigration policies prioritizing hypertension awareness, screening, and management among African migrant populations.

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  • Ufuoma Patience Ejoke & Edwin Devon Du Plessis, 2025. "Hypertension and the Well-Being of African Migrants in South Africa," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 22(5), pages 1-14, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jijerp:v:22:y:2025:i:5:p:779-:d:1655873
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