Neha Dubey, Priyanka Tiwari
Medical
June 2025
Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) such as hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases are rising in prevalence across India, particularly in underserved regions like Madhya Pradesh. Despite national initiatives, access to NCD care remains uneven, affected by social and systemic determinants. This cross-sectional study aimed to assess the prevalence of NCDs, understand health-seeking behaviour, and identify access barriers among adults in selected rural and urban communities. A total of 422 respondents (≥30 years) were interviewed using a pretested, semi-structured tool. Findings reveal that 65.4% had at least one NCD, with hypertension and diabetes being most common. Key barriers included financial constraints (55.9%), long distances (40.8%), and lack of medicines (28.7%). Multivariate analysis showed poor access was significantly associated with low education, income, rural residence, and low awareness. The study highlights the urgent need for equity-based interventions in NCD care in Madhya Pradesh.
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