ArticleBMC public health2025
Exploring patients' understanding of behavioral risk factors for non-communicable diseases: a study on diabetes and hypertension in Bushbuckridge, South Africa.
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- The global burden of non-communicable diseases attributable to behavioral risk factors and its trends from 1990 to 2021.Journal of advanced research · 2026Article
- Gender differences in well-being among people living with non-communicable disease: The influence of social capital and grants.PloS one · 2025Article
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Abstract
backgroundNon-communicable diseases (NCDs) account for 41 million annual deaths worldwide, or 74% of all deaths. Notably, 86% of the 17 million premature deaths attributed to NCDs occur in low- and middle-income countries. Despite the burden of these diseases, many patients lack sufficient knowledge of behavioral risk factors that contribute to NCDs. The study aimed to explore the knowledge of patients diagnosed with diabetes and hypertension about behavioral risk factors contributing to non-communicable diseases.
methodThe study employed a qualitative, explorative, and descriptive design. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews, and participants were selected purposively. The data analysis followed Tesch's open thematic approach, applied at various levels and based on patient-provided text data, with the thematic analysis, the researcher was able to organize and interpret the data presented in the themes systematically.
resultsFour major themes emerged regarding the understanding of behavioral risk factors for non-communicable diseases among patients diagnosed with diabetes and hypertension. These include unhealthy eating habits and poor lifestyle choices, mental health issues and stress, challenges patients face in adhering to medications, and optimal management of their conditions, cultural practices, and beliefs.
conclusionThe study shed some insights into the knowledge of patients diagnosed with diabetes and hypertension about behavioral risk factors contributing to NCD. They indicated that witchcraft, cultural beliefs, and inadequate health education could have resulted in NCDs, which influenced them to consult traditional healers before coming to the health facility. The observations of participants underscore the urgent need for targeted interventions to improve the knowledge of patients regarding behavioral risk factors for NCDs.
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