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KMID : 0123520230300020083
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Journal of muscle and joint health
2023 Volume.30 No. 2 p.83 ~ p.92
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Changes in Health Status and Quality of Life in Middle-aged Women in Menopause: Using Data from the 4th (2007~2009) and 7th (2016~2018) Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey over the Past 10 Years
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Kim Myo-Gyeong
Oh Doo-Nam
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Abstract
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Purpose: This study aims to compare and analyze the changes in the physical and mental health status of middle-agedwomen before and after menopause and their quality of life over the past 10 years.
Methods: A descriptive study wasconducted by using secondary data from the 4th and 7th Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey(KNHANES) involving middle-aged women in menopause (N=8,363). Data were analyzed using the complex sample x2test.
Results: Compared to 10 years ago, notable changes were observed in general characteristics. These includedincrease in age, education level, economic activity, and urban residency. In addition, there was an increase in alcoholconsumption, a decrease in smoking, and a decline in regular exercise. The study also observed changes in obesity ratesand an increase in dyslipidemia and stress levels, along with positive changes across all aspects of quality of life.
Conclusion: The results indicate temporal changes in general characteristics, major physical and mental health factors,and the quality of life of middle-aged women in menopause. Thus, it is essential to consider these changes when designinghealth interventions such as health promotions and education initiatives for middle-aged women experiencing menopause. Further research is necessary for identifying factors influencing the quality of life of middle-aged women in menopause.
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KEYWORD
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Menopause, Middle-aged women, Health status, Quality of life
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