Preventive Health Behavior and Osteoporosis Prediction among Perimenopausal Women

Abstract

: Background: Osteoporosis prevention at perimenpauseal period is crucial to diminish the risk of the disease and its complication in later years of life. Having good osteoporosis knowledge and positive health belief may lead to better preventive behavior which then contributes to build and maintain bone health throughout life. Aim of the study was to assess preventive health behavior and osteoporosis prediction among perimenopausal women. Study design: An analytical cross-sectional study was used. Setting: The current study was conducted at obstetrics and gynecologic clinic at the Zagazig university hospital's outpatient clinic. Sample size: A purposive of 153 women with inclusion criteria of per-menopausal women age ranged between 35-45 years. Five tools were used to collect the necessary data: an interview questionnaire Osteoporosis Knowledge Assessment