Sociodemographic disparities in awareness of chronic conditions: an observational study among older persons in rural north-east of South Africa.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The prevalence of chronic diseases is high among the older population. Awareness of these conditions is a crucial prerequisite to initiate treatment, control and prevent further complications. This study evaluates sociodemographic disparities in awareness of chronic diseases among people 40 years and over in rural South Africa.

Methods

Data from the baseline survey of the Health and Aging in Africa: A Longitudinal Study of an INDEPTH Community in South Africa were analysed to estimate the level of awareness of chronic conditions such as HIV, hypertension, diabetes and dyslipidaemia among the population 40+ years. We compare self-reported awareness with objective measurements and conduct logistic regressions to evaluate sociodemographic determinants of awareness of

SUBMITTER: Ohene-Kwofie D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11812760 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature