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Bridging the Gap: A Comparative Analysis of Menstrual Hygiene Practices and Health Promotion Behaviours Among Urban and Rural Working Women

Author(s) Jebamalar Rajan, Shankar Shanmugam Rajendran, Gomathy Priya Venkatachalam, Vanitha Narayanasamy Naidu, Tamilselvi Palani
Country India
Abstract Background:
Menstrual hygiene practices and health promotion behaviours significantly impact women’s health, particularly among working women balancing personal and professional lives. Differences in access to sanitary products, clean facilities, and education contribute to disparities between urban and rural populations. This study aims to assess and compare these practices and behaviours to identify factors influencing them and provide recommendations for targeted interventions.
Objectives:
To evaluate and compare menstrual hygiene practices and health promotion behaviours among urban and rural working women and identify key influencing factors.
Materials and Methods:
The study used a non-experimental correlational design with 100 participants selected through purposive sampling. Tools included a socio-demographic data form, a menstrual hygiene practices questionnaire, and a health promotion behaviour profile. Data were analysed for patterns and correlations.
Results:
Among rural working women, 50% exhibited poor to moderate menstrual hygiene practices, with none achieving high scores, while 16.7% of urban women had poor scores, and 83.3% scored moderately. Health promotion behaviours were low for all rural women, while urban women were evenly split between low and moderate levels. Significant factors included socioeconomic status and physical activity for urban women, and age, socioeconomic status, and physical activity for rural women. A strong positive correlation was observed between menstrual hygiene practices and health-promoting behaviours.
Conclusion:
The study highlights disparities in menstrual hygiene practices and health promotion behaviours between urban and rural working women, driven by differences in access to resources, education, and infrastructure. Addressing these disparities through targeted interventions, such as improving access to sanitary products, health education, and better facilities, is critical for enhancing overall health and well-being.
Keywords Menstrual Hygiene Practices, Health Promotion Behaviours, Urban and Rural Working Women.
Field Medical / Pharmacy
Published In Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025
Published On 2025-02-11
Cite This Bridging the Gap: A Comparative Analysis of Menstrual Hygiene Practices and Health Promotion Behaviours Among Urban and Rural Working Women - Jebamalar Rajan, Shankar Shanmugam Rajendran, Gomathy Priya Venkatachalam, Vanitha Narayanasamy Naidu, Tamilselvi Palani - IJFMR Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.36673
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.36673
Short DOI https://doi.org/g84xw3
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