Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) pose a global public health concern, necessitating a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between psychosocial stressors and cardiovascular risk factors. This study aims to assess the prevalence of cardiovascular diseases and explore the relationship between psychosocial stressors and cardiovascular risk factors in community health workers in Fika, Yobe State, Nigeria. The cross-sectional survey study using a structured questionnaire was administered to community health workers in selected primary healthcare centers in Fika. Key variables, including demographic characteristics, health behaviors, and stressors, were analyzed quantitatively. The majority (99.2%) reported not diagnosed with CVD, but blood sugar-related symptoms and cardiovascular symptoms were prevalent. Notably, family-related stress and health-related stress demonstrated potential associations with moderate-risk categories. In the context of the high-risk category, family-related s.....

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