SOCIO-EPIDEMIOLOGICAL PROFILE OF SICKLE CELL DISEASE AMONG AFFECTED TRIBAL POPULATION: A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY

Аннотация

Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a hereditary blood disorder characterized by abnormal hemoglobin production, causing chronic anemia, organ damage, and increased susceptibility to infections. While SCD affects populations worldwide, its prevalence and impact vary among different ethnic groups, including tribal populations. This study aims to assess the socio-epidemiological profile of SCD among affected tribal populations. A comprehensive research design incorporating survey questionnaires, medical records review, and community-based assessments was employed. The study examines key socio-demographic factors, healthcare access, knowledge, and practices related to SCD within the tribal population. Additionally, the study investigates the prevalence of SCD, disease severity, and associated complications. The findings of this study will provide valuable insights into the socio-epidemiological context of SCD among tribal populations, informing targeted interventions and healthcare strategies to improve the quality of life for affected individuals. KEYWORDS sickle cell disease, socio-epidemiological profile, tribal population, prevalence, complications, healthcare access, knowledge, practices, chronic anemia, hereditary blood disorder, ethnic groups, medical records, community-based assessments, targeted interventions, healthcare strategies. Volume 03 Issue 07-2023 13 International Journal of Medical Sciences And Clinical Research (ISSN – 2771-2265) VOLUME 03 ISSUE 07 PAGES: 13-17 SJIF IMPACT FACTOR (2021: 5. 694) (2022: 5. 893) (2023: 6. 184) OCLC – 1121105677 Publisher: Oscar Publishing Services Servi