This comprehensive review shows geographical disparities in non-communicable disease risks across urban and rural populations, indicating the need for tailored public health strategies.
Key Points
Rural populations have a higher prevalence of tobacco use (42.7%) compared to urban men (28.8%).
Urban areas demonstrate greater rates of hypertension and obesity, highlighting a shifting nutrition transition.
The review analyzed national data from multiple health surveys, focusing on behavioral and metabolic risk factors.
Geographically differentiated policies are essential for effective NCD management and reducing health disparities.