Health Literacy of Rural Population of Kazakhstan

Shayakhmetov, Syrym S.; Toguzbayeva, K K; Ismailova, Aigul; Tabibi, Ramin; Derbishalieva, Zhypar K.; Dzhusupov, Kenesh

doi:10.18502/ijph.v49i7.3580

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“…In addition, it should be noted that the number of residents living in rural areas also prevails in the southern regions [49]. is may be due to the low level of health education in rural areas [50].…”

Section: Hepatitis Cmentioning

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Prevalence of Viral Hepatitis B, C, and D in Kazakhstan

Jumabayeva

Nersesov

Kulzhanov

et al. 2022

The Scientific World Journal

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Background. Viral hepatitis is a major burden for the healthcare system worldwide. Up to date, a comprehensive analysis of the prevalence of viral hepatitis in Kazakhstan and Central Asia has not been carried out yet. Our epidemiological study aimed at investigating the frequency and spread of viral hepatitis B, C, and D depending on age and sex in Kazakhstan (5-year period). Materials and Methods. We utilized the data from the primary registration of the incidence of hepatitis B, C, and D in 18 regions of Kazakhstan (period: from 2015 to 2020). Age indicators, gender, and territorial characteristics of registered cases were determined and analysed. The data were obtained from the state information system “Electronic Register of Dispensary Patients”, based on the International Classification of Diseases-10 for coding diseases. Results. During the period studied, 268 975 cases of hepatitis B, C, and D were detected in Kazakhstan. Hepatitis B was registered in n = 109 734 cases. In women, the incidence rate was 40.6% of all cases (n = 44545), and in men it was 59.4% (n = 65189) of all cases ( p ≤ 0.01 ). Hepatitis D was detected in 8 656 cases, of which 58.3% (n = 5049) were in men and 41.7% (n = 3607) in women ( p ≤ 0.01 ). Hepatitis C was registered in n = 159 585 cases. The rate was higher in the male population (54.6%; n = 82 203) compared to women 45.4% (n = 68382) ( p ≤ 0.01 ). In 2020 (in comparison with 2015), there was a significant increase in the incidence of hepatitis D by 68.3%, hepatitis B by 49.8%, and hepatitis C by 46.4%. The largest prevalence of hepatitis D was recorded in 2016 which is 22.3% higher compared to 2020. A significant increase in hepatitis C was recorded in 2019 compared to 2015, where indicators were 49.2% higher. Conclusion. An analysis of the prevalence of hepatitis B, C, and D showed an increase in new cases in Kazakhstan. These findings indicate the need to develop effective preventive measures and screening strategies among people in a high-risk group. The results of the study can be used for the development of a national program to combat the spread of viral hepatitis.

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Section: Hepatitis Cmentioning

confidence: 99%

Prevalence of Viral Hepatitis B, C, and D in Kazakhstan

Jumabayeva

Nersesov

Kulzhanov

et al. 2022

The Scientific World Journal

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“…HL: health literacy; r: correlation coefficient; p: significance with primary/secondary or high school degree. This finding was supported by studies from Vietnam, Turkey, Kazakhstan and Iran (31,(33)(34)(35)(36). Individuals' ability to access, understand and apply information about health problems is expected to increase as their level of education increases.…”

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The association between health literacy, COVID-19 knowledge and adherence to preventive measures in Turkey

Ceylan,

Koç

2023

Glob Health Promot

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Despite vaccination and various prevention policies, the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic maintains its negative effects globally. Therefore, people must be adequately informed and put this knowledge into practice in order to take the necessary precautions. This can be achieved with adequate health literacy. In this context, this study was conducted to determine the relationship between health literacy, COVID-19 knowledge and adherence to preventive measures. The sample of this descriptive cross-sectional online survey consisted of 1086 people. Data were collected using a demographics questionnaire, the European Health Literacy Scale, the COVID-19 Knowledge Assessment Questionnaire and the COVID-19 Adherence Assessment Questionnaire. Participants’ health literacy index had a median score of 30.9, with 67.5% having inadequate or problematic health literacy. Gender, age, education, marital status, region of residence, employment status and economic status were associated with health literacy ( p < 0.05). Participants’ median knowledge and adherence scores were 40 and 54, respectively. There were significant positive correlations between health literacy index, knowledge and adherence scores ( p < 0.001). This study demonstrated that health literacy, COVID-19 knowledge and adherence were associated with each other. As a result, strategies aimed at improving health literacy may be beneficial in terms of having better knowledge and demonstrating high adherence to measures, thus, eradicating the COVID-19 pandemic, reducing COVID-19-related conditions and promoting public health.

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“…Rural populations have a problematic and insufficient low‐health literacy level (Shayakhmetov et al., 2020). This is based on a summary of a few variables, including age, gender, education, social status, social and economic characteristics, and differences between health literacy domains in terms of competencies.…”

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Public health nursing: Challenges and innovations for health literacy in rural area

Pailaha

2023

Public Health Nursing

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Health literacy is a critical component of public health nursing, particularly in rural areas where access to health services is severely limited. As it relates to quality of care, cost of care, safety of care, and appropriate decision‐making in general public health, health literacy can also be seen as an important public policy issue. Several challenges that can be found in rural communities in terms of access to health literacy, such as limited access to healthcare services, limited resources, low literacy rate, cultural and language barriers, financial constraints, and digital divide. Based on these challenges, several innovations can be pursued such as community‐based health education, health literacy training among healthcare professionals, digital health technology, partnerships with community‐based organizations, health literacy radio programs, and community health ambassadors. This reflection highlights the challenges and innovations that nurses can do to overcome the problem of low‐health literacy in rural communities. In the future, the development of community empowerment and technology will be needed to refine the progress made so that a gradual increase in health literacy in rural communities can be seen.

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Health Literacy of Rural Population of Kazakhstan

Cited by 11 publications

References 23 publications

Prevalence of Viral Hepatitis B, C, and D in Kazakhstan

Prevalence of Viral Hepatitis B, C, and D in Kazakhstan

The association between health literacy, COVID-19 knowledge and adherence to preventive measures in Turkey

Public health nursing: Challenges and innovations for health literacy in rural area

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