Snoring Associated with Increased Risk of Hypertension and Diabetes, claims study

The key findings of the study were as follows:

Among the participants, 27.6% were snorers.

Factors positively associated with snoring included increasing age, increasing BMI, obesity, and alcohol consumption.

Hypertension was prevalent in 56.0% of adults, with increasing age, increasing BMI, female sex, and snoring positively associated with hypertension.

T2DM affected 27.6% of adults, with increasing age and snoring positively associated with T2DM.

The study reveals a significant prevalence of snoring among adults in northern Sudan, with notable associations with obesity, hypertension, and T2DM. These findings underscore the importance of addressing snoring as a potential risk factor for these chronic conditions.

Snoring appears to be a common issue in northern Sudan, with implications for hypertension and T2DM. Healthcare providers should consider screening for snoring in routine assessments, especially in individuals with obesity, to mitigate the risk of hypertension and T2DM development. Early intervention and lifestyle modifications may help prevent adverse health outcomes associated with snoring.

Reference:

Bashir, A. O., Elimam, M. A., Elimam, M. A., & Adam, I. (2024). Snoring is associated with hypertension and diabetes mellitus among adults in north Sudan: a cross-sectional study. BMC Public Health, 24(1), 1–9. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-024-18505-x