Evaluation of the general public's health suffering from Diabetes in the region of North-central Gujarat with the help of a door-to-door survey method.

• Dr Mayur Dhanjibhai Savaliya,*  
• Hirava Sanatbhai Sevak,  
• Pushti Dhavalbhai Purohit

Abstract

Background: Diabetes mellitus is a complex disease that needs long-term treatment since it causes significant changes in each patient's physical and psychological aspects. Diabetes education is an essential component of therapy that enhances patient results. Aim: To evaluate the general public's understanding of and attitude towards diabetes in the North-central Gujarat,Ahmedabad. Settings and Design: Door-to-door population survey in the region of North-central Gujarat, Ahmedabad. Materials and Methods: A 15-point questionnaire was created and the information was gathered and analysed to determine statistically the knowledge, attitude, and practice of the general population and diabetes population as well as to identify important demographic relationships.

Keywords

Diabetes, population, demographics, survey