NGHIÊN CỨU THÁI ĐỘ VÀ CÁC YẾU TỐ LIÊN QUAN CỦA NGƯỜI BÁN LẺ THUỐC VỀ QUẢN LÝ BỆNH MẠN TÍNH TẠI THÀNH PHỐ CẦN THƠ NĂM 2023 - 2024

Abstract

Background: Along with the rapid economic development of the country, the prevalence of chronic diseases, especially among the elderly, has increased significantly, posing a burden on the overloaded healthcare system. Non-communicable diseases - including cardiovascular diseases, cancer, chronic respiratory diseases and diabetes - kill 41 million people every year. Improving patient knowledge contributes to improving treatment outcomes, maintaining the best possible health and quality of life for patients, and preventing or minimizing complications and disease progression. Objectives: To survey the current status of attitudes of drug retailers toward chronic disease management in Can Tho City in 2023-2024; To analyze the factors related to drug retailers regarding chronic disease management in Can Tho City in 2023-2024. Materials  and  methods: A descriptive analytical cross-sectional study was conducted on 306 drug retailers in Can Tho City in 2023-2024. Results: The percentage of drug retailers with a positive attitude was 59.5%. The study showed that there was no relationship between the factors and the attitudes of drug retailers about chronic disease management in Can Tho City.  Conclusion: The majority of survey participants are clearly aware of the role of drug retailers in chronic disease management. However, there is still a part that does not clearly understand or is not ready to take on this responsibility. Targeted training programs and pharmacist - led guidance are essential to strengthen the role of drug retailers in chronic disease management at the community level.