The phrase "a prevalent problem and" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing an issue that is widespread or common, often leading into further explanation or examples.
Example: "A prevalent problem and a significant concern in urban areas is the lack of affordable housing."
Alternatives: "a common issue and" or "a widespread challenge and".
It has become a prevalent problem and has caused concern all over the world.
Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a prevalent problem and still a big challenge to both the developed and developing world [ 1].
Problems balancing family and career responsibilities emerged as a prevalent problem and was the strongest predictor of faculty discontent of any variable we studied.
Although IPV seems to be lower during pregnancy, it remains a prevalent problem and not much is known about the specific reasons for this decrease.
In contrast, other studies have found that domestic abuse can actually decrease during pregnancy; however it remains a prevalent problem and women with a history of abuse are more likely to see this continue into their pregnancies [ 22].
The IPV prevalence rates in our study are slightly lower than what can be found in other Western studies, but even so IPV is to be considered a prevalent problem before and during pregnancy.
Suicidal behavior is a prevalent problem among adolescents and young adults.
PTSD remains a prevalent problem for men and women returning home from war zones around the world, but it can also affect US troops serving as guards and medics in highly dangerous situations including those deployed to Guantánamo Bay.
Oil pollution or spillage is a prevalent problem in developing and industrialized countries.
Substantial fluid overload is therefore indeed a prevalent problem in PD patients, and more attention should be given to its assessment and correction.
An irregular bedtime schedule is a prevalent problem in young adults, and could be a factor detrimentally affecting sleep quality.
