Department of Sports Medicine, Algiers university, Alger, Algeria, Algeria
Research Article
Obesity and Cardiovascular Risk in Flight Crew
Author(s): Ayatoulah Amamri*, Abdelghani Miliani, Youcef Mellal, Mahmoud Dib and Ilyes Hafidi
Aim: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) risk factors among Algerian aircrew, a population exposed to unique environmental and occupational stressors. By comparing these rates to the general population, we sought to identify specific health challenges faced by aircrew.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 154 Algerian air crew participants. Prevalence rates for current smoking, hypertension, diabetes, and dyslipidemia were compared between the aircrew and a general population control group.
Results: Our findings revealed significantly higher rates of current smoking among aircrew compared to the general population. Additionally, smoking, dyslipidemia, hypertension, and diabetes emerged as the most prevalent risk factors within the aircrew population.
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