Beyond Numbers: Decoding the Gendered Tapestry of Non-Communicable Diseases in India
Farah Niazi1, Abdul Rahique2, Shyamkumar Sriram3
1Laboratory of Disease Dynamics & Molecular Epidemiology, Amity Institute of Public Health and Hospital Administration, Amity University, Noida 201303, India.
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
|September 28, 2024
Summary
Gender significantly impacts non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in India, affecting lifestyle and health outcomes. Public health strategies must address these gender disparities for improved health equity.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Gerontology
Background:
- Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) pose a significant global health burden, with pronounced gender disparities in India.
- Addressing these disparities is crucial for developing effective, gender-specific public health interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate gender disparities in the prevalence and impact of NCDs in India.
- To inform the development of targeted public health strategies for health equity.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from the Longitudinal Aging Study in India (LASI).
- Analyzed data from National Family Health Surveys (NFHS-4 and NFHS-5).
- Examined demographic and health variations in 65,562 participants.
Main Results:
- Identified significant gender disparities in lifestyle habits (alcohol/tobacco use) and health outcomes.
- Observed variations in NCD prevalence (hypertension, diabetes) linked to age, education, and socioeconomic status.
- Documented an increase in NCD prevalence from NFHS-4 to NFHS-5.
Conclusions:
- Gender is a critical factor in NCD prevalence and management in India.
- Recommended tailored public health strategies addressing gender, socioeconomic, and urban-rural differences.
- Emphasized the need for gender-specific approaches to achieve health equity in NCD control.
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