Headache Disorders in Morocco: A Health-Care Needs Assessment
Author Information
Author(s): Kissani Najib, Adarmouch Latifa, Sidibe Aboubacar Sidik, Garmane Abderrahmane, Founoun Rachid, Chraa Mohamed, Husøy Andreas, Steiner Timothy J.
Primary Institution: Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakech, Morocco
Hypothesis
What is the burden of headache disorders in the adult population of Morocco?
Conclusion
Headache disorders cause significant ill health in Morocco, with nearly one third of the population estimated to need headache-related health care.
Supporting Evidence
- 30.8% of the population reported having migraine.
- 10.5% reported headaches on 15 or more days per month.
- Participants lost an average of 0.5 days from paid work due to headaches.
- 1.6 days were lost from household work on average due to headaches.
- 7.2% of all time in the population was spent with headaches.
Takeaway
Many people in Morocco have headaches that make it hard for them to work and enjoy life, and a lot of them need help from doctors.
Methodology
A cross-sectional population-based survey using cluster-based random sampling and face-to-face interviews.
Potential Biases
Interest bias may have occurred due to the high non-participation rate.
Limitations
The study had a high female-to-male ratio and did not record refusals, which may introduce bias.
Participant Demographics
The sample included 2575 participants, predominantly females (59.6%).
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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