Assessment of Health-related Quality of Life and Associated Factors among Healthcare Providers in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Study
Hadil Essam Salem, Mohamed El-Sherbiny, Rasha Mahmoud Mohammed, Mohamed Elawadi, Mazin Abdelgadir, Haroon Wassom, Abdulmalik Albahar, Bashayer Alskait, Nawa Ihab Suliman, Raghda Eziza, Mamoun Alrefaai, Abousaleh Elawadi, Sameerah ShaheenAbstract
Background:
Healthcare providers in Saudi Arabia often neglect their personal health due to high occupational stress and cultural barriers. This study evaluates the Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQoL) among providers in Riyadh and identifies factors influencing their well-being.
Methods:
A cross-sectional study was conducted among 122 healthcare providers using the validated Arabic and English short form health survey (SF-36) between January and March 2025. Data were analyzed using SPSS v28, employing Kolmogorov-Smirnov tests for normality and Mann-Whitney
Results:
Males scored significantly higher in social functioning and emotional well-being (
Conclusion:
Demographic factors significantly impact HRQoL. Targeted institutional wellness initiatives are essential to support the healthcare workforce.