Addressing Non-Communicable Diseases in Primary Healthcare in Kyrgyzstan: A Study on Population’ Knowledge and Behavioral Changes

Objective: Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Kyrgyzstan are responsible for 83% of all deaths. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness WHO “Package Essential Interventions on NCDs” (PEN) health education and counselling at primary healthcare Kyrgyzstan. Methods: consisted information diffusion care facilities communities by trained volunteers. The evolution population’s knowledge behaviour through a questionnaire applying quasi-experimental approach. sample size was 2,000 baseline after 4 years intervention control oblasts. Results: Population’s improved areas compared areas. Knowledge NCD-related risks increased from 61% 87%. Behaviour with physical activity increasing 23% 32%; smokers reduced 22% 20%; alcohol consumption 16%; daily walking (minimum 30’) 40% 71%. Conclusion: suggests that PEN-protocol is effective improving healthy behaviour, thus potentially contributing prevent NCDs. example provides practical promoting adaptation other countries.