Self-Rated Health and Its Determinants in Syria
Author Information
Author(s): Asfar Taghrid, Ahmad Balsam, Rastam Samer, Mulloli Tanja P, Ward Kenneth D, Maziak Wasim
Primary Institution: Syrian Centre for Tobacco Studies
Hypothesis
What are the determinants of self-rated health among adults in Aleppo, Syria?
Conclusion
Women in Syria are more likely than men to report poor self-rated health, influenced by factors such as age, chronic conditions, and social support.
Supporting Evidence
- 55.3% of participants reported excellent self-rated health.
- Women were more likely than men to report poor self-rated health.
- Older age and chronic conditions were significant predictors of poor self-rated health.
Takeaway
In Syria, women often say they feel unwell compared to men, and things like age and health problems can make this worse.
Methodology
A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 2038 adults aged 18 to 65 in Aleppo, using logistic regression to analyze self-rated health.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to self-reported health status and the overrepresentation of women in the sample.
Limitations
The cross-sectional design limits causal inference and may not account for all confounding factors.
Participant Demographics
Participants were adults aged 18 to 65, with a response rate of 86%, comprising 45.2% men and 54.8% women.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Confidence Interval
95% CI reported for various odds ratios
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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