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 Pacific Data Hub

The Nauru-STEPS survey was a representative, population-wide cross-sectional survey and involved collectingdata on levels of NCD risk factors among 15-64 year olds. Data collection moved along a sequential three-step process as follows:

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 Pacific Data Hub

The following topics were included in the survey: tobacco use, alcohol consumption, diet, physical activity, history of raised blood glucose, history of raised blood pressure, history of raised total cholesterol, and lifestyle advice. Additionally, the following measures were taken: blood pressure, height, weight, waist circumference, fasting blood glucose, total cholesterol. Finally, the following optional modules were included: oral health and violence and injury.

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 Pacific Data Hub

STEPS is a household-based survey to obtain core data on the established risk factors that determine the major burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs).

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 Pacific Data Hub

The Nauru-STEPS was a nation-wide representative survey of 15 to 64 year olds with the following objectives:
1. To document the national prevalence and patterns of tobacco use, alcohol consumption, dietary behaviours, physical activity, body mass index, elevated blood pressure, and biochemical markers such as blood glucose and blood lipids in Nauru.
2. To provide reliable and up-to-date information on NCD risk factors for planning and evaluating public health initiatives, and for identifying future demands for health services in managing and treating NCDs.