Sharma Mayank, Gaidhane Abhay, Choudhari Sonali G
Community Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education & Research, Wardha, IND.
Cureus. 2024 Jun 27;16(6):e63261. doi: 10.7759/cureus.63261. eCollection 2024 Jun.
Background Cardiometabolic diseases pose a significant public health challenge globally, particularly among healthcare workers, who often face heightened occupational stress and lifestyle challenges. This study aims to assess the prevalence of cardiometabolic risk factors and their determinants among healthcare workers at Acharya Vinoba Bhave Rural Hospital, a tertiary care hospital in rural Wardha, Maharashtra, India. Methods A cross-sectional study design was employed, involving the recruitment of healthcare workers from various job roles. Data on demographic characteristics, behavioral risk factors, anthropometric measurements, biochemical parameters, and mental health status was collected using standardized instruments and procedures. Statistical analysis included descriptive statistics, inferential tests, and multivariate analyses to identify significant associations and predictors of cardiometabolic risk factors. Expected results Anticipated findings include a notable prevalence of cardiometabolic risk factors among healthcare workers, including elevated BMI, fasting blood glucose, dyslipidemia, and hypertension. Behavioral risk factors such as physical inactivity, unhealthy dietary habits, tobacco use, and alcohol consumption are expected to be prevalent. Additionally, varying degrees of psychological distress, including depression, anxiety, and stress, are anticipated. Significant associations between cardiometabolic risk factors and demographic variables are expected to be identified. Conclusion The study findings provide valuable insights into the prevalence and determinants of cardiometabolic risk factors among healthcare workers in a rural setting. These insights can inform targeted interventions and public health strategies aimed at improving the cardiovascular health and overall well-being of healthcare workers, ultimately contributing to the enhancement of healthcare delivery and outcomes in rural areas.
心脏代谢疾病在全球范围内构成了重大的公共卫生挑战，在医护人员中尤为如此，他们常常面临更高的职业压力和生活方式挑战。本研究旨在评估印度马哈拉施特拉邦瓦尔达农村地区一家三级护理医院——阿查里亚·维诺巴·巴韦农村医院医护人员中心脏代谢危险因素的患病率及其决定因素。方法：采用横断面研究设计，招募来自不同工作岗位的医护人员。使用标准化工具和程序收集有关人口统计学特征、行为危险因素、人体测量学指标、生化参数和心理健康状况的数据。统计分析包括描述性统计、推断性检验和多变量分析，以确定心脏代谢危险因素的显著关联和预测因素。预期结果：预期发现包括医护人员中心脏代谢危险因素的显著患病率，包括体重指数升高、空腹血糖升高、血脂异常和高血压。预计身体活动不足、不健康饮食习惯、吸烟和饮酒等行为危险因素普遍存在。此外，预计会有不同程度的心理困扰，包括抑郁、焦虑和压力。预计将确定心脏代谢危险因素与人口统计学变量之间的显著关联。结论：研究结果为农村地区医护人员中心脏代谢危险因素的患病率及其决定因素提供了有价值的见解。这些见解可为旨在改善医护人员心血管健康和整体福祉的针对性干预措施和公共卫生策略提供依据，最终有助于提高农村地区的医疗服务质量和治疗效果。
