Spatial Variability of Subjective Self-Assessments of the Health Status of the Population of the Republic of Bashkortostan

This study examines the subjective self-assessments of health among the population in the Republic of Bashkortostan. The self-assessment of health is reflected in the responses of respondents from different socioeconomic zones within the republic. The analysis was based on a sociological survey conducted among residents of Bashkirtostan between May and July 2023. The study revealed a correlation between respondents' self-reported health status and their socioeconomic location. As one moves away from the central area towards more remote parts of the region, there is an increasing trend towards lower self-perceived health levels. The proportion of people reporting good health decreases, while those reporting poor health increases as one moves further from Ufa, the administrative center. The study also highlights the significant impact of chronic diseases on public health, and the need for targeted preventive measures that take into account both territorial and social factors.