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The Predictors of Multimorbidity (defined as diabetes + hypertension) Amongst Males Aged 15-54 in India: An Analysis of the NFHS-5

2023
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Research Question: “What are the predictors of multimorbidity (defined as having diabetes + hypertension) amongst males aged 15-54 in India?”Methods: Using mixed-effect multi-level binary logistic regression models, data from the 2019-2021 India NFHS-5 were analyzed. Separate multivariable analyses were conducted for males from urban and rural areas so the association between common predictors of interest (sociodemographic & lifestyle), and multimorbidity could be determined.Results: Various predictors (listed below) were found to have a statistically significant association to multimorbidity with some variation across urban and rural areas:Urban areas: Age, region of residence, wealth, religion, occupation, and BMI.Rural areas: Age, education, region of residence, wealth, occupation, caste, BMI, alcohol consumption, media exposure, and tobacco consumption.Conclusion: Findings from this study may have possible implications for policymakers across India. With high-risk characteristics that are predictive of multimorbidity being identified, preventative and healthcare strategies may be improved.

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