[Community Health Status in the Gyeongnam Regional Based on the Korea Community Health Survey Data 2024].

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

This study aimed to examine health behaviors, chronic diseases, and management status in the Gyeongnam region (Busan, Ulsan, and Gyeongsangnam-do). This investigation was conducted using data from the 2024 Community Health Survey, to identify regional disparities among cities, counties, and districts.

Methods

To analyze health behaviors, chronic disease prevalence, and management status of residents in the Gyeongnam region, we utilized the statistical data published by the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency in its "2024 Local Health Statistics at a Glance" report. Representative values were calculated as the medians of data collected from 41 cities, counties, and districts within the Gyeongnam region.

Results

As of 2024, key health indicators such

SUBMITTER: Kang Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12480369 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature