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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

폐경 중년여성의 건강상태 및 삶의 질의 변화 양상: 최근 10년 국민건강영양조사 제4기(2007~2009)와 제7기(2016~2018) 자료 이용

  • Received : 2023.06.08
  • Accepted : 2023.06.25
  • Published : 2023.08.31
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Abstract

Purpose: This study aims to compare and analyze the changes in the physical and mental health status of middle-aged women before and after menopause and their quality of life over the past 10 years. Methods: A descriptive study was conducted 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 x2 test. Results: Compared to 10 years ago, notable changes were observed in general characteristics. These included increase in age, education level, economic activity, and urban residency. In addition, there was an increase in alcohol consumption, a decrease in smoking, and a decline in regular exercise. The study also observed changes in obesity rates and 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 designing health 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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