PERCEIVED INFLUENCE OF SOCIO-ECONOMIC STATUS ON PEDIATRIC HEALTH OUTCOME AMONG RESIDENTS OF EKOSODIN COMMUNITY, EDO STATE, NIGERIA
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The relationship between socioeconomic status (SES) and pediatric health outcomes represents a critical public health concern, particularly in developing nations. This study investigates the perceived association between SES and pediatric health conditions among residents of Ekosodin Community in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. Using a cross-sectional descriptive research
design, data was collected from parents and guardians through structured questionnaires. The study found that a significant majority (78.7%) of respondents perceived a strong correlation between SES and pediatric health outcomes. Key findings revealed that limited access to
healthcare services, poor nutritional status, and inadequate preventive care were more prevalent among children from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. Additionally, factors such as parental education level and living conditions were identified as significant determinants of children's health status. Only 2.5% of respondents had health insurance coverage, highlighting substantial barriers to healthcare access. The study recommends implementing targeted health education programs, community-based initiatives, and policy reforms to address these disparities. These findings contribute to the growing body of knowledge on SES-related health inequities and provide actionable insights for healthcare providers and policymakers working to improve pediatric health outcomes in resource-limited settings.
design, data was collected from parents and guardians through structured questionnaires. The study found that a significant majority (78.7%) of respondents perceived a strong correlation between SES and pediatric health outcomes. Key findings revealed that limited access to
healthcare services, poor nutritional status, and inadequate preventive care were more prevalent among children from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. Additionally, factors such as parental education level and living conditions were identified as significant determinants of children's health status. Only 2.5% of respondents had health insurance coverage, highlighting substantial barriers to healthcare access. The study recommends implementing targeted health education programs, community-based initiatives, and policy reforms to address these disparities. These findings contribute to the growing body of knowledge on SES-related health inequities and provide actionable insights for healthcare providers and policymakers working to improve pediatric health outcomes in resource-limited settings.
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