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The prevalence of CVD risk factors
| Risk factor | Year | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premature death between 30-70 years (%) | 2016 | 13 | 11 | 12 |
| Harmful use of alcohol (%) | 2016 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Physical inactivity | 2016 | 20 | 31 | 25 |
| Salt intake (adults >20 years) (g/day) | 2010 | 12 | 10 | 11 |
| Tobacco use (current smoking) | 2016 | 48 | 1 | 24 |
| Raised blood pressure (%) | 2015 | 24 | 24 | 24 |
| Diabetes (%) | 2014 | 13 | 12 | 12 |
| Obesity (adults >18 years) (%) | 2016 | 19 | 32 | 26 |
Legend: Risk factors classified according to the WHO [49].
