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6 articles for “Urban-Rural Disparities”
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Breast Cancer Screening Awareness and Participation Among Women in North India
Abstract: Breast cancer is the most prevalent malignancy among Indian women, accounting for 25% of all female cancers (ICMR, 2020). Significant urban-rural disparities in screening persist across North India due to socioeconomic, cultural, and healthcare access barriers. This study evaluates these disparities to inform targeted interventions. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 1,500 women (750 urban, 750 rural) in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Haryana, using stratified random sampling. Data were …
Published in International Journal of Women's Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 43–50 Read article
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Mid-Year Epidemiological Profile of COVID-19 Posi ve Cases in Rajasthan, India
Abstract: Background: COVID-19, caused by SARS-CoV-2, has posed persistent public health challenges globally since its emergence in late 2019. India, through enhanced surveillance and vaccina on, has seen a progressive decline in case burden. Despite improvements, localized surges and emerging variants necessitate con nuous monitoring. Rajasthan, with its urban-rural health dispari es, experienced a modest resurgence of cases in early 2025, raising concerns about exis ng immunity gaps and health system …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 Read article
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The Importance of Self-Care for Healthcare Professionals in North India: A Regional Analysis of Burnout, Resilience and Institutional Support
Abstract: Background: Burnout in healthcare professionals is described using the framework of Occupational Health and Resilience Theory, where self-care is an individual-level coping mechanism and institutional support is an organizational-level moderator. However, there is a lack of regional data from North India on the structural and contextual factors influencing burnout. Healthcare workers (HCWs) in North India face mounting pressures due to high patient loads, limited mental health resources, and overlapping professional …
Published in International Journal of Behavioral Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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Alternative Medicine in Punjab: Gendered Patterns in Efficacy and Safety Outcomes
Abstract: Background: Alternative medicine remains an integral part of healthcare practices in Punjab, India. However, disparities based on gender and regional differences influence its usage, efficacy, and safety outcomes. Objective: To assess gendered and regional patterns in the use, perceived benefits, and safety concerns of alternative medicine among adults in Punjab. Methods: A mixed-methods, cross-sectional study was conducted among 620 adults (300 men, 320 women) from both urban and rural regions …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 9–12 Read article
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HPV Screening as an Alternative to Pap Smear in Cervical Cancer Prevention: A Comparative Study in North India
Abstract: Cervical cancer remains a leading cause of cancer-related morbidity and mortality among Indian women, especially in low-resource settings. While Pap smear testing has been the standard screening method, HPV DNA testing offers potential advantages in sensitivity, cost-effectiveness, and feasibility for large-scale implementation. This study compares the efficacy, cost, and acceptability of HPV screening versus Pap smears in urban and rural populations of North India. A comparative cohort study was conducted …
Published in International Journal of Women's Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 31–37 Read article
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Analyzing Academic Attainment Among Students in Government and Non-Government Schools Based on Geographical Context
Abstract: This paper has attempted to determine the level of education attained by students in Maharashtra state's government and non-government schools in relation to their locality to investigate the methodical distinctions between the two categories of schools—urban and rural. Students attending non-government schools outperform those attending government schools in terms of academic achievement. 200 boys and girls in the 9th and 10th grades, 120 from the urban region and 80 from …
Published in International Journal of Education Sciences · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 08–17 Read article