Association between Tobacco Use and Hypertension among Women of Prime Childbearing Age (20-34 Years) in India: Insights from National Family Health Survey-5 Data.

BACKGROUND

Hypertension and tobacco use are significant public health concerns with detrimental effects during pregnancy.

OBJECTIVES

This study was conducted to assess the association between tobacco use and hypertension among women of prime childbearing age (20-34 years) in India using a representative survey, the National Family Health Survey (NFHS)-5.

METHODS

Secondary data from the NFHS-5 conducted between June 2019 and April 2021 were utilized. Multivariable logistic regression was performed to analyze the association between tobacco use and hypertension, adjusting for sociodemographic factors, illness, physical characteristics, and state-wise data.

RESULTS

Tobacco users had a significantly higher prevalence of hypertension (8.8%) compared to nonusers (6.57%). Women using tobacco were 1.16 times more likely to have hypertension than nonusers (95% confidence interval: 1.05-1.28).

CONCLUSION

The study highlights the increased risk of hypertension among tobacco-using women of childbearing age in India. Comprehensive interventions addressing both tobacco control and hypertension management are urgently needed.