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Learning Objective 1: Analyze Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of diabetic patients in urban community of pakistan.
Learning Objective 2: Discuss strategies used to decrease the burden of the disease.
Objectives:
- To explore Knowledge, Attitude and Practices about Diabetes Mellitus among urban adult population.
- To estimate prevalence of Diabetes within the community.
- To intervene relevant strategies and to reduce the burden of Diabetes Mellitus.
Methodology:
A questionnaire was developed to assess Knowledge, Attitude and Practices about Diabetes among adults of urban community in
Result:
The prevalence of Diabetes Mellitus was 16.2% as participants were identified having high blood glucose level. This study reveals that the majority of diabetic patients were aware of their diagnosis. However, 40% of those aware of their diagnosis did not properly practice to control their Diabetes Mellitus with diet control and exercise. Similarly, 40% were non compliant and 12% were identified as taking home remedies. Moreover, 20% of participants were identified as having sedentary life style. Based on the assessment, awareness session was conducted to reinforce participants for proper medication compliance, diet control and exercise. In addition, screening was done to identify high risk group for referral.
Conclusion and recommendation:
To conclude, this study could be implemented at mega scale in