Determinants of Preventive Health Seeking
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Objectives to cover:
Introduction: Overview of preventive health seeking and its importance in disease prevention.
Socioeconomic Factors: Influence of income, education, and employment on preventive health decisions.
Awareness and Knowledge: Role of health literacy and awareness in adopting preventive practices.
Accessibility of Healthcare: Impact of availability, distance, and affordability of health services.
Cultural and Social Beliefs: Effect of traditions, norms, and social influence on health-seeking behavior.
Health System Factors: Role of healthcare quality, trust in providers, and system efficiency.
Perceived Health Risks: How risk perception and severity awareness motivate preventive actions.
Urban–Rural Differences: Variations in preventive health seeking between urban and rural populations.
Conclusion: Summary of key determinants shaping preventive health-seeking behavior