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Jitendra Singh Dangi1, Anurag Kumar Jain2, Ashish Kumar Dubey1
1Department of Surgery, Government Bundelkhand Medical College, Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Background:
Commercial vehicle drivers are prone to multiple health risks due to their sedentary occupation, irregular schedules, and stress. This study aimed to assess their knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP), prevalence of lifestyle diseases, and psychological well-being.
Materials And Methods:
A cross-sectional study was conducted among 300 commercial drivers in Central India. Data were collected using a pre-tested questionnaire assessing KAP, substance use, and health-seeking behavior. Clinical parameters, including body mass index, blood pressure, and random blood glucose, were measured. Psychological well-being was assessed using the WHO-5 Index.
Results:
Of the 300 participants, 63.3% were smokers, and 50% consumed alcohol. Overweight and obesity were observed in 31% and 25.3% of drivers, respectively. Hypertension was noted in 24%, and 12.7% had diabetes. Psychological well-being was poor in 15.7% and moderate in 29% of participants, with poorer scores associated with obesity and substance use.
Conclusion:
The study highlights significant health and behavioral risks among commercial drivers. Routine screening, health education, and stress management interventions are essential to mitigate long-term morbidity in this high-risk occupational group.
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