- This study investigates the socioeconomic, demographic, and behavioral factors contributing to dengue outbreaks in the Gorakhpur region of Uttar Pradesh, India, focusing on patients recently discharged from the hospital.
- Key findings reveal that males aged 19-45, predominantly from urban and lower-income backgrounds, were most affected, with low awareness of dengue and limited healthcare access, as only 10.8% had health insurance.
- The research indicated that education level, income, and preventive behaviors such as using mosquito repellent were significant factors influencing dengue infection rates, highlighting a substantial knowledge gap in rural populations compared to their urban counterparts.
India has an 8.6% tribal population, and understanding the health issues faced by high-altitude tribes is crucial for socio-economic development and health transformation.
A study conducted in the Lahaul and Spiti district assessed health problems over four years, using data from hospitals and health centers.
The findings revealed high rates of communicable diseases like respiratory infections and tuberculosis, as well as non-communicable diseases such as hypertension and diabetes, highlighting a need for targeted public health measures.