Cohort profile: social well-being and determinants of health study (SWADES), Kerala, India.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

In response to the need for more advanced and longitudinal data concerning chronic diseases, behavioural risk factors and social support systems in India, the SWADES (Social Well-being and Determinants of Health Study) was established.

Participants

At baseline, 997 adults aged 30 years and over, living in the semi-urban area were interviewed in their home.

Findings to date

Data collected included self-reports of demographic details, health, depression, morbid conditions and healthcare utilisation, risk factors (physical, behavioural and social) of chronic diseases, common mental disorders, out-of-pocket expenditure, social support network, social cohesion, disability, education and wealth. Objective data for hypertension, diabetes and cognitive function were a

SUBMITTER: M D S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7064130 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature