Students’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding metabolic syndrome: An in-depth summary

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  • Agim Koçiraj Faculty of Medical Sciences, Albanian University
  • Dorian Kostandini Nursing program, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Albanian University.
  • Erda Qorri Faculty of Medical Sciences, Albanian University
  • Fiona Nishani Faculty of Medical Sciences, Albanian University
  • Kleva Shpati Faculty of Medical Sciences, Albanian University
  • Alba Sakaj Faculty of Medical Sciences, Albanian University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55312/op.v17i1.7247

Abstract

Metabolic Syndrome (MetS) is a growing public health challenge worldwide, characterized by a cluster of metabolic risk factors that increase the likelihood of cardiovascular disease and diabetes [1][2]. This study explores the knowledge, attitudes, practices, and beliefs (KAPB) of university students in Albania regarding MetS, with a focus on obesity, hypertension, and lipid disorders. Given the limited data on young populations in Albania [15], assessing students’ awareness is critical since they represent future healthcare professionals and potential agents of preventive change.

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Published

2025-06-01

How to Cite

Koçiraj, A., Kostandini, D., Qorri, E., Nishani, F., Shpati, K., & Sakaj, A. (2025). Students’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding metabolic syndrome: An in-depth summary. Optime, 17(1), 24–30. https://doi.org/10.55312/op.v17i1.7247

Numër

No. 1 (2025): Optime

Section

Medicine