Survey On Epidemiological Investigation And Seasonal Patterns Of Infectious Diseases In Durg, Chhattisgarh.
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This study explores the common winter and summer illnesses in Durg, Chhattisgarh, focusing on understanding their causes, prevention, symptoms, and management. Using an online Hindi and English questionnaire, we interviewed 200 residents, addressing topics such as domicile, education, socioeconomic status, and awareness of seasonal illnesses. Knowledge examination reveals that 20 % knew a lot, 60 % knew something, and 20 % knew nothing about winter diseases. Overall, 20 % were extremely knowledgeable, 60 % were averagely knowledgeable, and 20 % were unaware of seasonal disorders. The study exposes a lack of understanding and awareness of seasonal diseases, even among the youth. The survey conducted randomly from December 2022 to October 2023 identifies viral infection, seasonal flu, and seasonal depression as most infectious in winter, and Heat stroke, Sunburn urinary tract infection, and enteric fever as most infectious in summer in Dengue is the most common disease in Rainy Season in Durg, Chhattisgarh. In contrast, the less infectious disease is Rheumatoid Arthritis and Conjunctivitis. This study emphasizes the need for increased awareness and education on seasonal diseases. Results show that 45% of men and 65% of women participated, with prevalent diseases including allergies, stomach flu, the common cold, influenza, skin conditions, asthma, croup, sore throats, urinary tract infections, and enteric fever.
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