Utilization of Preventive Medical Check-Up and Associated Factors Among Public Hospital Workers in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Abstract Background: The proper utilization of the Preventive Medical checkups (PMC) increases people’s quality of life and life expectancy by identifying treatable health issues and controlling life threatening diseases. Non-communicable diseases account for more than 71% of the overall global burden of diseases. The PMC is effective in preventing illness, promoting health, reducing morbidity and mortality. However, there is a paucity of evidence on the utilization of PMC in Ethiopia. Therefore, we aimed to assess the level of utilization of preventive medical check-ups and associated factors among workers in public hospitals. Objective: To assess the utilization of preventive medical check-ups and associated factors among public hospital employees in Addis Ababa Ethiopia. Methods: A Hospital-based cross-sectional study with quantitative approach was conducted in 2019 on 422 subjects selected by systematic random sampling technique among the employees of the public hospitals in Addis Ababa. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire through a face-to-face interview. Data were entered into Epi info version 7.2.2.6 and exported to SPSS version 23 statistical software for analysis. Variables with a p-value of less than 0.20 in bivariate analysis were included in multivariate logistic regression. Finally, variables with a p-value of less than 0.05 in multivariate analysis were considered as significantly associated. Result: A total of 389 respondents were included in the study with response rate of 92.2%. The estimated utilization of PMC is 118(30.3%) within last twelve months and majority 319(82%) undergo PMC ever in their life. In the study area, respondents’ Age (AOR=6.56, 95%CI [1.87-23.06]), Work experience (AOR=0.75, 95%CI [0.65-0.70]) and NCDs history in respondent’s family (AOR=1.64; 95%CI: [1.70- 3.81]) were significantly associated with the utilization of PMCs. Conclusion: The estimated utilization of PMC is very low (30.3%). It is critical to raise awareness about the importance of using PMC because, once established, the majority of chronic diseases can have a long-term impact on quality of life and wellness.