Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
Infectious diseases remain a significant public health concern, particularly among pediatric populations. Understanding the prevalence of these diseases is vital for effective healthcare planning and interventions. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of infectious diseases in a pediatric population through a cross‐sectional investigation. A cross‐sectional study was conducted over a specified time frame, involving a sample size of 200 pediatric individuals. The study population was selected based on predefined inclusion criteria. Data were collected through [describe data collection methods, e.g., medical records, surveys, clinical examinations]. Ethical approvals and informed consent were obtained where necessary. The study sheds light on the prevalence rates of different infectious diseases among the pediatric population. Specifically, we observed that Influenza had a prevalence rate of 76%, Chickenpox 41% and Gastroenteritis 35%. Subgroup analyses unveiled variations in disease prevalence by age groups, with the 0‐2 age group having the highest incidence of Influenza at 45%, while the 6‐9 age group had the highest incidence of Chickenpox at 22%. Gender‐wise, males exhibited a notably higher prevalence of Gastroenteritis at 21%, compared to females at 15%. Furthermore, unexpected findings indicated a statistically significant association between vaccination status and disease prevalence, with unvaccinated individuals being at a lower risk for infectious diseases (OR = 0.41, 95% CI 0.24‐0.71, p = 0.002). Assessing the prevalence of infectious diseases in a pediatric population through this cross‐sectional study provides valuable insights into the current state of pediatric healthcare. These findings underscore the importance of ongoing monitoring and targeted interventions to reduce the burden of infectious diseases among children.
How to cite this article:
Mangesh Bolegave, Dayanand Sonkawade and Sourabh Joshi. Assessing the Prevalence of Infectious Diseases in a Pediatric Population: A Cross‐Sectional Study.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2024.4.536.540
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.36478/makrjms.2024.4.536.540