Health Care Activities Aligned with the Needs of Vulnerable Groups in Household Talee-Aire Subdistrict, Yaring District, Pattani Province

Abstract

Vulnerable groups have limited access to health privileges that affect their daily lives. This study has two main objectives: 1) to study health problems, and 2) to explore the need for activities to solve them among vulnerable groups. Data collection was conducted with a sample size of 168 individuals, including children and youth, the elderly, and related parties. Data were gathered using semi-structured interviews, observations, and group discussions, followed by content analysis and data triangulation to verify validity. Finally, the data were categorized and findings were presented descriptively. The findings reveal that 1) health problems among children and youth include a lack of knowledge and awareness regarding healthcare, exposure to future concerns, and environmental problems. The elderly were found to have health problems associated with chronic illnesses and bodily deterioration, as well as mental health problems. Furthermore, the need for activities among these vulnerable groups spanned four areas: health literacy, recreation and exercise, family relationships, and quality of life preparation, especially for the elderly.