Risk factors for the development of hypertension in medical students of the college of vocational studies in Subotica

Arterial hypertension belongs to the group of most common cardiovascular diseases and represents elevated blood pressure above 140/90 mmHg. A significant risk factor for development is improper diet, lack physical activity, excess body weight or consumption alcohol cigarettes. The aim this work was evaluate level factors present among student population. research conducted in form a cross-sectional study students College Vocational Studies Subotica, during summer semester 2022. instrument survey questionnaire designed needs study, as well digital "Microlife" tensiometer. SPSS 20 program used statistical analysis. 33 participated research, mostly women (91%), average age 26 years. systolic arterial subjects 118/74 In 15% subjects, we found pressure, 18%, diastolic pressure. revealed presence daily habits, such smoking two thirds respondents, habits subsequent salting food sweets, coffee more than half respondents. order reduce these impacts, it necessary carry out health educational with younger population raise awareness about prevention hypertension.