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ArticlemedRxiv : the preprint server for health sciences2024

Health-Related Quality of Life Perception Among Older Persons with Non-Communicable Diseases in Primary Healthcare Facilities: A Qualitative Inquiry.

Atim Fiona, Ndagire Regina, Chloe Nampima, Frank Kiyinji, Catherine Lwanira, Rose Clarke Nanyonga, Faustino Orach-Meza

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7 authors.

Atim FionaNkumba University, Entebbe Road, P.O Box 237, Entebbe, Uganda.ORCID 0000-0002-8440-3952
Ndagire ReginaClarke International University, Kawagga Close, Off Kalungi Road, Muyenya. Block 244|Plot 8244: Bukasa Kyadondo, Kampala-Uganda.ORCID 0000-0002-0497-5118
Chloe NampimaClarke International University, Kawagga Close, Off Kalungi Road, Muyenya. Block 244|Plot 8244: Bukasa Kyadondo, Kampala-Uganda.
Frank KiyinjiNkumba University, Entebbe Road, P.O Box 237, Entebbe, Uganda.
Catherine LwaniraClarke International University, Kawagga Close, Off Kalungi Road, Muyenya. Block 244|Plot 8244: Bukasa Kyadondo, Kampala-Uganda.ORCID 0000-0003-1767-6851
Rose Clarke NanyongaClarke International University, Kawagga Close, Off Kalungi Road, Muyenya. Block 244|Plot 8244: Bukasa Kyadondo, Kampala-Uganda.ORCID 0000-0001-7709-5667
Faustino Orach-MezaNkumba University, Entebbe Road, P.O Box 237, Entebbe, Uganda.ORCID 0000-0001-5157-4416

Funding

Health Professions Education and training for strengthening the health system and services in UgandaR25TW011213 · FIC · MAKERERE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES · PI KIGULI, SARAH · 2018 to 2022
$3.4M
FIC NIH HHS R25 TW011213
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Background: Unveiling the understanding of older persons with non-communicable diseases (NCDs) regarding health well-being is paramount and can translate to increased self-efficiency, independence, and enhanced well-being. However, little is known about older persons' understanding of the concept of health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in Uganda. The study explored perceptions of older persons with NCDs on HRQoL in central Uganda. Methods: This exploratory qualitative study design involved 23 participants recruited from selected Primary healthcare facilities in Central Uganda. Thematic analysis using an inductive approach generated themes that informed the study's qualitative findings. Results: The key themes that emerged from the study include holistic well-being, lifestyle modification, and financial stability. The key component of HRQoL that came out clearly from the study was the physical domain. There is a need to embrace a person-centered approach based on the perceptions of older persons on HRQoL, which has the potential to improve well-being and enhance a healthy aging journey.

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Health-related quality of life Central Ugandanon-communicable diseasesOlder personsPerceptions

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PMID39108524
PMCPMC11302615

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