Knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding the prevention of osteoporosis among middle and old-aged women of Kirtipur Municipality, Nepal.

ABSTRACT: Osteoporosis is a major public health problem that can lead to physical disability, working performance limitations, decreased self-sufficiency, and increased hospitalization and mortality rates. People are unaware of osteoporosis, and it is often undiagnosed until fractures occur. Limited studies have been conducted to determine the knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding osteoporosis among middle-aged women in Nepal. This study aimed to determine existing knowledge, attitude, and practice towards osteoporosis among middle and old-aged women in Nepal. A cross-sectional study was conducted among the selected wards of Kirtipur Municipality to recruit 405 participants. Participants were selected using a stratified random sampling technique. Face-to-face interviews using a structured ques

SUBMITTER: Khanal S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11508244 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature