Association of Socioeconomic Status on STI/STD Awareness Among OPD patients attending a Tertiary Care Hospital
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2018-06
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Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University
Abstract
Background: Sexually transmitted infections (STI) are a major public health, social, and economic problem leading to morbidity, mortality and stigma. This study was conducted to determine the relationship between the STIs and demographic factors. In Indian society, discussing STDs is considered taboo; where ethics and social factors give rise to many obstacles. This study is designed to explore the conception and knowledge about protection against STDs within the patient community. In the present study we aim to study the association of various socioeconomic variables; and the knowledge and awareness level of STI/STDs. Methods: The convenience sample was taken from the adult patients attending and consenting to participate in the study during April- June 2018, using a semi-structured Performa. Collected data was analysed using SPSS soft ware. Results: Age, Education, and income were associated with the awareness about the STI/STD awareness. Conclusions: Socio-economic factors have an association with STI/STD awareness, and hence carry public health importance.
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STDs/STIs, socio-economic variables, awareness and knowledge
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Singh Pankaj, Singh Piyush P, Mishra Pankaj K. Association of Socioeconomic Status on STI/STD Awareness Among OPD patients attending a Tertiary Care Hospital. Indian Journal of Preventive & Social Medicine. 2018 Jun; 49(2): 98-100