Nepal Family Cohort study: a study protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The Nepal Family Cohort study uses a life course epidemiological approach to collect comprehensive data on children's and their parents' environmental, behavioural and metabolic risk factors. These factors can affect the overall development of children to adulthood and the onset of specific diseases. Among the many risk factors, exposure to air pollution and lifestyle factors during childhood may impact lung development and function, leading to the early onset of respiratory diseases. The global incidence and prevalence of respiratory diseases are rapidly increasing, with the rate of increase in Nepal being the highest. Although the cohort will primarily focus on respiratory health, other health outcomes such as cardiovascular, metabolic and mental health will be asses

SUBMITTER: Kurmi OP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11551982 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature