A Cross-sectional Baseline Survey on Random Blood Glucose (RBG) Screening at World Diabetes Day Commemoration Health Outreach amongst Adult Residents' of Gwagwalada Federal Capital Territory Abuja, Nigeria

Background: Diabetes poses a significant public health challenge globally, necessitating proactive screening measures for early detection and intervention. Random Blood Glucose (RBG) screening is an effective tool for identifying abnormal glucose levels and assessing diabetes risks. Methods: A cross-sectional baseline study was conducted in University of Abuja Teaching Hospital Gwagwalada Abuja (N8° 57ꞌ 1.4976ꞌꞌ, E 7° 3ꞌ 45.4212ꞌꞌ), Nigeria amongst 150 adult residents that voluntarily participated in the Health Awareness Talk, and granted verbal informed consent, with the goal of screening their random blood glucose. A random screening approach was adopted. The demographic data and views and response of volunteers were collected via structured questionnaires. The other clinical parameters of interest captured were subjects' RBG, Body Mass Index, Waist Circumference, blood pressure and pulse rate. Data analysis was then carried out using SPSS for frequencies and percentages of responses. Descriptive and inferential statistical analyses were determined using chi square test. A p value of 0.05 or less represented the threshold for statistical significance. Results: The majority of participants were females (66%) aged 41–50 years (38.7%) with tertiary education (59.3%). Findings revealed that 5.7% of respondents had elevated RBG levels (>7.8 mmol/L), while a substantial proportion exhibited elevated BMI and waist circumference, indicating obesity-related risks. Alarmingly, 49.3% were unaware of their diabetes status, underscoring gaps inhealth awareness. Conclusion: The study highlighted the need for targeted public health interventions promoting regular screening and education, especially for middle-aged adults at risk of obesity-related conditions.