Knowledge of women regarding coronary artery disease
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical and Health Research - Year 2017, Vol 3, Issue 12
Abstract
Coronary Artery Disease is one of the major causes of morbidity and mortality all over the world. Here is a need to identify the gap in knowledge among public which is assumed as a reason for the high prevalence of the disease. The study helps the people to get sensitised and also help the policy makers to revise strategies on Information education Communication (IEC) activities. The aim of present study was to find out the knowledge of women (35-55 years) regarding Coronary Artery Disease (CAD). A descriptive survey was conducted among 200 women residing in a selected rural community in Kerala using a structured knowledge questionnaire. The study found that 6.0% of women had excellent knowledge regarding coronary artery disease, 53.5% of women had good knowledge, 33.0% had average knowledge and 7.5% had poor knowledge. Area wise analysis of knowledge showed comparatively poor knowledge regarding risk factors (62.0%) diagnostic measures (64.0%) and treatment of CAD (60.5%). The low level of knowledge regarding disease may affect the preventive practices of people. There is an urgent need to educate public regarding coronary artery disease in order to practice healthy lifestyle.
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Reena VI, Dr. Sreedevi TR
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