Prevalence of non-communicable diseases among the rural population in Maharashtra: a descriptive study

Authors

  • Pothiraj Pitchai Department of Community Physiotherapy, MGM College of Physiotherapy, Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Maharashtra, India
  • Anulucia Augustine Department of Cardio Physiotherapy, Manipal University, Maharashtra, India
  • Hiloni R. Badani Department of Community Physiotherapy, MGM School of Physiotherapy, MGM Institute of Health Sciences, Maharashtra, India
  • Namrataa H. Anarthe Department of Community Physiotherapy, MGM School of Physiotherapy, MGM Institute of Health Sciences, Maharashtra, India
  • Aiyshwarya Avasare Department of Community Physiotherapy, MGM School of Physiotherapy, MGM Institute of Health Sciences, Maharashtra, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20184800

Keywords:

Non-communicable diseases, Prevalence, Awareness, Risk factors, Rural health, India

Abstract

Background: Prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is alarmingly increasing along with a rise in population especially in rural India. The objectives of this study are to find out prevalence as well as awareness of NCDs among the rural populations.

Methods: This community-based cross-sectional study was conducted in six rural area of Panvel Taluka. One –stage cluster sampling technique was used to recruit participants from each cluster. WHO STEPS questionnaire tool (STEP I and II) was used to measure NCDs risk factors. Face validated pre-designed questionnaire was used to assess participant’s awareness, attitude, and behavior towards NCDs. The target population was classified into different age groups and gender. Data were analyzed using SPSS Software and a descriptive statistics were applied.

Results: A total of 483 males and 417 females participated in this study. Among males, 34.8% consumed smoked tobacco whereas 21.8% of females consumed smokeless tobacco. Only 9.32% of male participants were reported as current alcohol drinkers. Both the genders did not meet the recommended amount of fruit consumption. Insufficient physical activity amongst males was 45.21% and females 60.49%. Based on BMI categories 19.04% males were overweight and 27.12% obese and in females 23.02% and 21.34% respectively. Risk of high waist circumference and diabetes was demonstrated more by males whereas females subjected to raised blood pressure. Awareness of NCDs among total subjects found as low as 28%.

Conclusions: Awareness about NCDs is alarmingly low among the rural population thus corresponding to an increased prevalence of risk factors.

Author Biographies

Pothiraj Pitchai, Department of Community Physiotherapy, MGM College of Physiotherapy, Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Maharashtra, India

Department of Community Physiotherapy

Anulucia Augustine, Department of Cardio Physiotherapy, Manipal University, Maharashtra, India

Department of Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy

Hiloni R. Badani, Department of Community Physiotherapy, MGM School of Physiotherapy, MGM Institute of Health Sciences, Maharashtra, India

Department of Community Physiotherapy

Namrataa H. Anarthe, Department of Community Physiotherapy, MGM School of Physiotherapy, MGM Institute of Health Sciences, Maharashtra, India

Department of Community Physiotherapy

Aiyshwarya Avasare, Department of Community Physiotherapy, MGM School of Physiotherapy, MGM Institute of Health Sciences, Maharashtra, India

Department of Community Physiotherapy

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2018-11-24

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Pitchai, P., Augustine, A., Badani, H. R., Anarthe, N. H., & Avasare, A. (2018). Prevalence of non-communicable diseases among the rural population in Maharashtra: a descriptive study. International Journal Of Community Medicine And Public Health, 5(12), 5259–5264. https://doi.org/10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20184800

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