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

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Abstract

Older adults in rural South Africa are generally aware of their chronic conditions, though there are important differences by age, gender and socioeconomic status. However, there is still a fraction unaware of their conditions and, therefore, lacking the necessary information to initiate treatment and implement behavioural changes to control them. Our findings may guide policy-makers directing the required efforts to promote targeted awareness campaigns by sociodemographic/socioeconomic subgroups.

Research topics

  • Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology
  • Chronic Disease Management Strategies
  • Health disparities and outcomes

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DOI: 10.1136/bmjph-2023-000315

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