Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome and Associated Risk Factors in Illinois
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Title: Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome and Associated Risk Factors in Illinois Author(s): Adam Reppert, Bruce F. Steiner, K. Chapman-Novakofski Publication: American Journal of Health Promotion, Nov/Dec 2008, V23, I2, 130 Keyword(s): Metobolic Syndrome X, Diabetes, Cardivascular Diseases, BRVSS The 2005 Illinois Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System data were analyzed for prevalence rates and relative risk (RR) of risk factors for metabolic syndrome (MS) among a sample of 5,077 non-institutionalized Illinoisans aged ≥18. The prevalence of MS was 16.2% and was highest in those over 65 years; with incomes < $15,000; and among Blacks. The RR for MS was 8 for those having diabetes; 20 for hypertension; 14 for hypercholesterolemia; 6 for angina; and 7 for obesity. Findings from this research can be used to plan intervention and treatment programs for the MS, and suggest interventions should target lifestyle factors and lower-income, older, and Black populations.