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Unravelling the Multifaceted Dynamics of Healthcare Expenditure: Exploring the Interplay of Individual Health Status, Lifestyle Choices, and Socio-Economic Factors

Saleel Ahammed A. K., Ibrahim Cholakkal

South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · pp. 155–168 · Published 25 Sep 2023

10.9734/sajsse/2023/v20i3720

Abstract

This study investigates the relationships between demographic factors and health expenditure based on 387 households in Malappuram district between September 2021 and April 2022. Rigorous statistical methodologies, including ANOVA and t-tests, were applied to scrutinize and quantify these relationships. The findings indicate that health status variations across religious affiliations were present but not statistically significant. Similarly, the regression analysis showed limited predictive power of lifestyle factors (low R-squared, non-significant F-statistics) in explaining health expenditure variations. However, it did reveal a significant correlation between intoxicant use and increased healthcare costs, emphasizing the influence of specific behaviors on healthcare expenses. furthermore, the analysis emphasized the multifaceted nature of healthcare spending, influenced by socio-economic factors, healthcare accessibility, and unobservable variables, extending beyond individual lifestyle choices. With a Gini Coefficient of 0.92 indicating pronounced inequality in healthcare expenditure allocation, policymakers should prioritize equitable healthcare provision, address the complexity of healthcare spending, target interventions as necessary, reduce disparities, and continue relying on data-driven decision-making to enhance the healthcare system in the Malappuram district.

Health expenditure demographic factors life style factors socio-economic determinants

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