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Non-communicable diseases, psychosocial wellbeing, and quality of life in Ga Mashie, Accra, Ghana: analysis from a community-based cross-sectional study

The burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity, is increasing globally, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. This has implications for physical, psychological and social aspects of health and wellbeing among individuals living with NCDs. This study sought to examine relationships between NCDs, quality of life (QoL) and psychosocial wellbeing in the urban community of Ga Mashie, Accra, Ghana.

Diabetes, hypertension and obesity were associated with reduced QoL in Ga Mashie, Ghana. Further studies are needed to understand factors that influence health-related QoL among adults with NCDs, how these change over time, and to identify potential coping mechanisms that may influence this association.

Published March 19, 2025.

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