Name: MAJED ABDULLAH ALSAEDI
Email: maabalsaedi@moh.gov.sa
Nursing Technician
Name: Ahmad Gahli Allehyani
Email: agallhyani@moh.gov.sa
Nursing Technician
Name: Mohammed Ahmed Al Khabrani
Email: mokhubrani@moh.gov.sa
Nursing Technician
Name: Akram Abdulrhman Bahswan
Email:abahswan@moh.gov.sa
Nursing Technician
Name: Rayan Ajlan Alshehri
Email:ralshri@moh.gov.sa
Nursing Technician
Name: Ali Mohammed Jamaan Alzahrani
Email:aalzahrani150@moh.gov.sa
Social Worker
Name: Yasser Hamoud Alsaedi
Email:yaalsaedi@moh.gov.sa
Social Worker
Name: Rehab Raheem Alharbi
Email:Rehabra@moh.gov.sa
Nursing Specialist
Name: Fares Sami Alharbi
Email:iFares9@hotmail.com
Nursing Specialist
THE IMPORTANCE OF PREVENTIVE HEALTHCARE IN MODERN SOCIETY (MECCA)
Abstract
Preventive healthcare plays a crucial role in enhancing population health by reducing the incidence and severity of diseases through early detection and health promotion. This study explores the awareness, attitudes, and behaviors related to preventive healthcare among adults, alongside examining systemic, cultural, and policy factors influencing its uptake. Employing a mixed-methods design, quantitative data were collected via structured questionnaires from 400 participants, and qualitative insights were gathered through semi-structured interviews with 18 healthcare professionals and policymakers. Results revealed moderate awareness but lower engagement in preventive practices, hindered by barriers such as financial constraints, limited access, and cultural beliefs. Recommendations include strengthening health educatioimproving accessibility, enhancing healthcare infrastructure, and developing supportive policies. This study highlights the urgent need for a comprehensive, multi-sectoral approach to promote preventive healthcare, ultimately improving public health outcomes and reducing healthcare costs. Keywords: Preventive Healthcare, Health Promotion, Public Health, Health Behavior, Mixed-Methods Study, Healthcare Access, Health Education, Disease Prevention.
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