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Hypertension is a public health problem which has cut across all spheres of life and walks of life. From the literature review, the researcher has found that most hypertensive patients are less engaged in healthy behaviours because of knowledge deficit. The literature reviews also indicated that gender, age, level of education, lifestyle, and compliance to treatment regimen had significant association with healthy behaviours in patients with hypertension.

Hypertension means high pressure in the arteries; it is commonly known as high blood pressure. Blood pressure from 120/80 mmHg to 139/89 mmHg is called pre-hypertension, blood pressure greater than or equal to 140/90 mmHg is considered high. Elevated systolic and/or diastolic blood pressure increases the risk of developing heart disease, kidney disease, hardening of the arteries, eye damage and stroke. These complications of hypertension are often called target organ damage, because damage to these organs is the end result of chronic high blood pressure. Most people with hypertension do not have any symptoms in the early stages, symptoms only appear after target organs are damaged. These symptoms are usually due to target organ damage and their manifestations depend on the affected organ. For this reason, regular screening of people with symptoms is essential for early diagnosis, treatment, and control of high blood pressure. Early diagnosis, treatment, and optimal control of hypertension are essential to reduce morbidity and mortality from hypertension-related diseases. A family history of hypertension shows that people with high blood pressure are nearly 6 times more likely to have high blood pressure than people with high blood pressure. People without the disease and those with high income levels are three times more likely to have high blood pressure. The greater the body mass, the more blood is needed to supply oxygen and nutrients to muscles and other tissues. Salt consumption and hypertension Sodium and salt intake remains controversial as a risk factor for hypertension, although it is true that some people are particularly sensitive to sodium. Physical activity and hypertension Inactive adolescents are more likely to have high blood pressure. Excessive consumption of saturated fatty acids and trans fatty acids is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, including hypertension.

Objectives: This study aims to examine the relationship between obesity, hypertension, and aging in individuals aged 50 years and above in the West Cameroon region. Methods: A total of 768 participants aged 50 and above were included in the study, recruited from five localities in West Cameroon (Bafang, Bafoussam, Baham, Bandjoun, and Dschang). Blood pressure was measured using a sphygmomanometer, and body mass index (BMI) was calculated. Obesity was classified according to the World Health Organization (WHO) criteria, and systolic blood pressure was categorized into seven levels ranging from optimal to severe hypertension. The data were analyzed to assess the correlations between age, sex, locality, and these two risk factors. Results: A total of 22.5% of participants had optimal systolic blood pressure, while 22.4% presented mild hypertension. Women over the age of 70 were the most affected by moderate obesity (17.2%) and severe obesity (33.3%). Severe hypertension was more prevalent in Dschang and Bandjoun, particularly among individuals suffering from obesity. Conclusion: The findings highlight a significant correlation between obesity, hypertension, and aging, underscoring the need for increased monitoring and targeted interventions. Proactive management of obesity and hypertension is essential to prevent cardiovascular complications in the aging population of this region.