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The high prevalence of hepatitis B weighs heavily on public health in China. In 2009, a catch-up vaccination program for children aged 8–15y was implemented to curb hepatitis B, while the effectiveness of this...
Informal sector workers face high risk exposure combined with low social protection coverage, placing a significant portion of these workers in a highly vulnerable situation. Pottery crafting activities, in ge...
Adolescent undernutrition is a key factor influencing health outcomes. An undernourished adolescent girl who begins pregnancy with inadequate nutrient reserves often delivers low birth weight or growth-restric...
Ultra-process foods (UPF) were suspected to induce many diseases and threaten consumers’ health. The aim of this study was to examine the association between the consumption of highly processed foods and adipo...
Post-stroke depression is a significant health concern, especially in developing countries. The high prevalence, incidence, and complexity of depression among stroke survivors pose a substantial occurence on v...
People with low socioeconomic status (SES) or serious psychological distress (SPD) in the U.S. face ongoing and future disparities in tobacco smoking. We sought to estimate how smoking disparities contribute t...
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) continue to be a significant public health challenge and have an impact on sexual and reproductive health. European Union and European Economic Area (EU/EEA) countries re...
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second most prevalent malignancy in Jordan. Because early detection can greatly improve treatment outcomes, it is crucial to increase awareness of signs and symptoms, risk factor...
Challenging work conditions, characterized by high temperatures and humidity without the availability of adequate cooling systems, can put garment workers at an increased risk of heat stress. We examined the i...
We report on the experience and coping mechanism of the fathers post adverse birth outcome from a population-based representative sample in the Indian state of Bihar.
Repeated prevalence studies are necessary to monitor the government's progress toward preventing community violence over time. This study aims to identify possible changes in self-reported physical violence, f...
Several risk factors contributing to pregnancy outcomes among young women have been witnessed. It is well established that contraception plays a foremost role in reducing maternal mortality, obviously linked t...
Addressing the burden of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection among men who have sex with men (MSM) has become a major priority. Over the years, post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) has proven efficacy in p...
In the United States, 38.4 million people have been diagnosed with diabetes, and it continues to rise. The increasing rate of diabetes has become a significant public health challenge due, in part, to the asso...
Anemia, characterized by low haemoglobin levels, remains a critical public health issue, particularly among women of reproductive age. Despite global advancements in addressing anemia, it continues to be a wid...
Roma women, who have low education, are one of the risk groups for cervical cancer as it has proven that they marry and give birth at an early age and have limited access to preventive health services.
Instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) limitations are important risk factors for dementia. IADL is lifestyle-based, therefore, its assessment content must be updated to reflect recent lifestyle change...
Previous studies have investigated treatment patterns among patients with locally advanced or metastatic urothelial carcinoma (mUC) in Denmark and found that, in an unselected nationwide Danish registry cohort...
Organized cervical screening is vital for preventing cervical cancer. However, many existing screening programs fail to achieve their full potential, as demonstrated by core performance indicators. There are b...
With the advancement of technology and widespread smartphone use, addiction to these devices has escalated, particularly among college students. This issue transcends mere habit, impacting physical, psychologi...
Sri Lanka’s health policies prioritize improving hypertension control. The care cascade framework, a valuable tool that has informed hypertension control strategy in many countries, has not been assessed previ...
People with limited health literacy and hypertension may lack the self-management skills needed to manage their illness, contributing to the onset and progression of important adverse health outcomes (e.g., mu...
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) imposes a significant and growing burden on China and the world. Early detection and diagnosis may be an effective way to alleviate this severe pressure on public h...
The cancer burden in India is escalating, with rural regions facing the greatest challenges in access to early detection and treatment. Community Health Workers (CHWs), such as Accredited Social Health Activis...
Community-based obesity prevention interventions (CBOPIs) demonstrate promise as effective, cost-effective approaches to prevent obesity. Whilst CBOPI actions often focus on obesity-related outcomes, they may ...
Internet-based self-management of diabetes has been demonstrated to be effective. The frequency of social media is believed to be associated with diabetes management, yet the quality and applicability of onlin...
Although the underlying mechanism of the effect of oral contraceptives (OCs) on blood pressure (BP) remains unclear, previous research showed that OCs are associated with an increased risk of elevated BP. This...
In the hybrid teaching context, the impact of Internet addiction on academic burnout and its underlying mechanism is still unclear. This study aims to investigate the effect of Internet addiction on academic b...
Fundamental movement skills (FMS) are essential prerequisites for children’s active participation in physical activities (PA), which plays a crucial role in promoting both physical and mental health, ultimatel...
Breastfeeding self-efficacy signifies a mother’s confidence in her ability to breastfeed. Sleep quality, on the other hand, refers to the effectiveness of sleep. Low sleep quality is a common issue faced by ne...
Understanding the complex interplay between life course exposures, such as adverse childhood experiences and environmental factors, and disease risk is essential for developing effective public health interven...
There is a lack of epidemiological surveys on soft tissue sarcoma (STS) worldwide. This study aims to assess the global disease burden of soft tissue sarcoma in 204 countries and regions.
Mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI), including concussions, following traffic accidents is common. How often these injuries lead to sickness absence (SA) among working aged individuals is however insufficient...
Although sarcopenia and lower back pain (LBP) are common geriatric conditions for older adults, the relationship between them remains unclear. This study aimed to clarify the prevalence and risk factors of LBP...
This study aimed to assess the association between self-neglect, frailty, and levels of depression in older women.
The non-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol to high-density lipoprotein cholesterol ratio (NHHR) represents a novel composite lipid marker for atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease (CVD). Nevertheless, t...
Condom use is an essential component of strategies to improve the sexual and reproductive health of adolescents and young adults (AYA). However, it remains a challenge for many Sub-Saharan African countries, i...
Alcohol consumption among adolescents is a global public health challenge, with many children engaging in early drinking habits, affecting negatively growth and development. We aimed at assessing the prevalenc...
In Sweden, adolescents (10-19-year-olds) increasingly face problems related to their mental health and well-being, driving the rise in rates of mental ill-health (e.g., anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation a...
Effective warnings are important for preventing the spread of disease during the early stages of outbreaks. Social media serves as a valuable platform for disseminating warning messages. The success of warning...
Unhealthy weight control behaviors (UWCBs) are widespread in adolescents and have devastating consequences. Friendship network is potentially an important influence on university students’ UWCBs. This study em...
Tobacco use during pregnancy is a significant public health concern, associated with adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes. Despite its critical importance, comprehensive data on tobacco use among pregnant wo...
The focus of this study is to understand the impact of internal migration (rural-to-urban) on the mental health of female garment workers in Bangladesh with reference to the psychological trauma of rural-to-ur...
Chinese workers are confronted with severe mental health issues. This study aimed to investigate the reasons for the differences in depressive symptoms between agricultural and non-agricultural workers in Chin...
Stroke survivors exhibit a higher prevalence of sleep disturbances and physical activity (PA) deficiencies. The joint effects of the two behaviors on mortality risk among stroke survivors remains unclear. This...
The present study aims to investigate eHealth literacy and its related factors among primary school teachers in Sabzevar city.
The last few decades have seen a demographic shift in the age of migrants with more young people involved, especially with regards to internal migration. Socio-economic deprivation, limited resources and adver...
Chronic diseases pose a significant public health challenge, especially among the aging population. Understanding the potential impact of an inflammatory diet on the prevalence of chronic diseases is crucial f...
Healthy walking is a moderate aerobic exercise with a step frequency of more than 100 steps per minute. This study aims to assess the impact of Healthy Walking, a novel form of physical activity, on the severi...
(Commercial) food cues in outdoor public spaces are environmental drivers of unhealthy diets. This study aimed to explore residents’ perceptions of food cues in outdoor public spaces in relation to their perce...
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