The prevalence of hypertension in this population was 74.1%. The rate of hypertension was
associated with older age, lower education, and higher body mass index (BMI). Those who were Malay,
retired and very physically active were more likely to be unaware of being hypertensive. An age of 85
years, being unemployed, widowed or divorced/separated, and being a non-smoker were associated with
uncontrolled hypertension. Those with hypertension were also more likely to report a diagnosis of
diabetes.