scholarly journals GENDER DIFFERENCES IN HEALTH-RELATED BEHAVIORS OF RETIRED PEOPLE IN TAIWAN

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S143-S143
Author(s):  
Nuan-Ching Huang ◽  
Susan C Hu ◽  
Ying-Wei Wang
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Health Behaviors ◽  
Health Examination ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Health Related Behaviors ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Elderly Health ◽  
Normal Sleep

Abstract Many studies have indicated that lifestyles and health behaviors are important factors associated with elderly health. However, few studies have focused on such issues in Taiwan. The purposes of this study were to examine the gender differences in health-related behaviors of retired people in Taiwan. We used face-to-face interviews to collect 20 health-related behaviors among retired people aged 50-74 in Taiwan. A total of 3131 retired sample was collected including 1754 male (56.0%) and 1377 female (44.0%). The health behaviors were designed as binary variables. If the retirees executed exactly on the behavior within a month, they got 5 scores, otherwise, they got 0 scores. Then, we used factor analysis with Varimax Rotation to detect factors associated with the 20 health behaviors. Results showed that six factors were related to these 20 behaviors after conducting factor analysis. These six factors were named as 1) No tobacco, alcohol and betel nut, 2) Periodic health examination, 3) Correct medication, 4) Good habits, 5) Normal sleep and no pressure, (6) No high-fat and pickled foods. Gender differences were found in three factors: 1, 5 and 6. More female practiced every behavior in factor 1 and factor 6 than male (68.7%, 55.5% vs. 43.6%, 50.3%, p<.001, respectively). However, the male had better behaviors in factor 5 than female (54.0% vs. 47.3%, p<.001). We hope these findings could help design different health promotion programs for retirees of different genders.

Family Health Behaviors

2019 ◽  
Vol 109 (9) ◽  
pp. 3162-3191 ◽  
Author(s):  
Itzik Fadlon ◽  
Torben Heien Nielsen
Keyword(s):  
Health Behaviors ◽  
Administrative Data ◽  
Preventive Care ◽  
Adult Children ◽  
Family Members ◽  
Family Health ◽  
Health Shocks ◽  
Health Related Behaviors ◽  
The Future ◽  
Health Related

We study how health behaviors are shaped through family spillovers. We leverage administrative data to identify the effects of health shocks on family members’ consumption of preventive care and health-related behaviors, constructing counterfactuals for affected households using households that experience the same shock but a few years in the future. Spouses and adult children immediately improve their health behaviors and their responses are both significant and persistent. These spillovers are far-reaching as they cascade even to coworkers. While some responses are consistent with learning information about one’s own health, the evidence points to salience as a major operative explanation. (JEL D15, D83, I12, J12)

scholarly journals The COVID States Project #44: Trajectory of health-related behaviors in Massachusetts

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Lazer ◽  
Jennifer Lin ◽  
Matthew Baum ◽  
Roy H. Perlis ◽  
Mauricio Santillana ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Behaviors ◽  
Health Related Behaviors ◽  
Health Related

In this report, we analyze the trajectory of the pandemic in Massachusetts, from late April 2020 to March 1, 2021, examining public health behaviors and approval of Governor Charlie Baker’s handling of the crisis. For information on other states, please consult our interactive dashboard.

Gender Differences in Parents' Perceptions of Health-Related Behaviors

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christina B. Binder ◽  
Jennette Moreno ◽  
Giuliana Farias
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Health Related Behaviors ◽  
Health Related

scholarly journals PATTERN OF HEALTH-RELATED BEHAVIORS AND RESOURCES AS PREDICTOR OF MEDICAL CARE AND MORTALITY RISK AMONG OLDER ADULTS

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S692-S693
Author(s):  
Dongmei Zuo ◽  
Merril D Silverstein
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Substance Abuse ◽  
Nursing Home ◽  
Health Insurance ◽  
Health Behaviors ◽  
Medical Care ◽  
Health Related Behaviors ◽  
Lower Likelihood ◽  
Health Related

Abstract This study investigates the patterns and consequences of a wide range of health-related behaviors and resources that include health-compromising behaviors, health-promoting behaviors, preventive health behaviors, and health risks coping resources. We aim to identify the empirically-derived subgroups of individuals with unique profiles of health behaviors and resources to determine how subgroup membership predicts health outcomes and medical care utilization four years later. Data derived from 5,067 respondents in the 2010 and 2014 waves of the Health and Retirement Study. Latent class analysis was used to define classes based on 13 indicators in the 2010 wave, which also provided sociodemographic and health-related covariates. Outcomes were measured over 4 years. Six latent subgroups were identified: “Best Behavior/Resources”, “Low Social Support “, “Low Physical Activity”, “High Substance Abuse”, “Low Preventive Tests”, and “Low Governmental Health Insurance”. Compared with the “Best” group, older adults identified as “Low Physical Activity” and “High Substance Abuse” were found to have higher mortality risks and a lower likelihood of seeing doctors and less nursing home nights; older adults with the lowest level of receiving flu shots, cholesterol and cancer screen test (“Low Preventive Tests”) reported a less likelihood of seeing doctors; respondents in “Low Governmental Health Insurance” subgroup were associated with a lower likelihood of hospital stay and more nursing home nights. Results suggest that distinct groups of older individuals characterized by their health behaviors and resources provide a basis for identifying the high-risk segment of the older population for intervention.

scholarly journals UPAYA PENINGKATAN KUALITAS HIDUP LANSIA DI PANTI WERDHA SINTA RANGKANG

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-19
Author(s):  
Fitriani Ningsih
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Blood Pressure ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Health Examination ◽  
Height Measurement ◽  
Activity Schedules ◽  
Health Checks ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Elderly Health

Panti werdha / Jompo is a home or shelter for elderly (elderly). A means by which the elderly are provided with facilities, 24-hour services, activity schedules, and entertainment required as per the elderly. Certainly in the management of nursing homes cannot be separated from the obstacles and difficulties in managing the werdha home. One is the lack of fulfillment of eating and drinking for the elderly, in addition to facing the elderly who are experiencing a decline in health, or psychological disorders such as irritability, difficulty sleeping, depressed, nervous, lonely, impatient, tense, anxious and depressed. This activity aims to improve the quality of life of the elderly through promotive and preventive approaches, namely by conducting elderly health checks such as height measurement, weight, blood pressure, supplementary feeding, and elderly gymnastics and health-related counseling of the elderly. The method used in this activity is the method of counseling, where the counseling is done in Room Hall Panti Werdha Sinta Rangkang. The number of elderly people in Panti werdha Sinta Rangkang that is as much as 80 elderly, but who follow this activity only amounted to 62 people only. Because some elderly there is a sick so it takes a total bedrest. The results achieved from this activity is the implementation of this activity well, collecting data results of health examination of elderly as well as the increasing knowledge of elderly related to the health of elderly.

Use of Electronic Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Among Active Component Services Members

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sierra Smucker ◽  
Sarah O Meadows ◽  
Robin Beckman
Keyword(s):  
Health Behaviors ◽  
Active Component ◽  
Electronic Cigarettes ◽  
Service Members ◽  
Cigarette Use ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Dual Use ◽  
Tobacco Products ◽  
Health Related Behaviors ◽  
Health Related

ABSTRACT Introduction e-cigarettes have been touted as a safer alternative to classic cigarettes and other combustible tobacco products. However, a growing body of evidence finds that any risk reduction associated with e-cigarette use is eliminated when individuals use “both” e-cigarettes and other tobacco products. Recent analyses from the Health Related Behaviors Survey suggest that rates of e-cigarette use are higher among active component service members than in the general population. However, little is known about the frequency and health behaviors associated with the dual use of e-cigarettes and other tobacco products among service members. Data and Method Using data from the 2018 Health Related Behaviors Survey, this paper investigates whether active component service members who use both e-cigarettes and other tobacco products are more likely to engage in other types of substance use or negative health behaviors. Results We find that the dual use of e-cigarettes and other tobacco products is associated with poorer physical and mental health, higher rates of alcohol misuse, and higher rates of insufficient sleep. Conclusion The association between the dual use of e-cigarettes and tobacco products suggests that these individuals represent an important target group for health-related resources and attention in DoD.

scholarly journals What Child Oral Health–Related Behaviors Can First-time Mothers Actualize? A Pragmatic Prospective Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 366-375
Author(s):  
J. Alvey ◽  
K. Divaris ◽  
L. Lytle ◽  
W.F. Vann ◽  
J.Y. Lee
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Behaviors ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Oral Health Behaviors ◽  
Health Related Behaviors ◽  
First Time Mothers ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Child Oral Health ◽  
First Time ◽  
Oral Health Related Behaviors

Introduction: First-time pregnant women are considered to be receptive to health information, rendering the prenatal period an opportune time to provide helpful information on the importance of child-related oral health. However, little is known about pregnant women’s knowledge of child oral health–related behaviors (COHBs) during pregnancy and their implementation after birth. We sought to address this knowledge gap by a prospective investigation of intended and actualized oral health behaviors among first-time pregnant women. Methods: We examined relationships between intended and actualized COHBs and their correlations with changes in oral health knowledge, health literacy, general self-efficacy, and dental neglect in a cohort of first-time pregnant clients at Women, Infants, and Children sites in North Carolina—participants of a large community-based study. The COHBs were related to diet (i.e., frequency of fruit juice and sweet snacks consumption and nighttime bottle-feeding) and oral hygiene practices (e.g., performance of daily oral hygiene and use of fluoridated toothpaste). Analyses relied on descriptive statistics and bivariate tests (Student’s t and McNemar’s). Data were collected from 48 participants (White, 44%; African American, 40%; Native American, 17%) at baseline and again at least 12 months after the birth of their first child. Results: On average, most mothers actualized 3 of 5 COHBs (range, 1 to 4). Significant differences between before and after birth were noted for frequency of sweet snacks consumption and putting the baby in bed with a bottle. No correlation was found between knowledge, literacy, self-efficacy, neglect, and sociodemographic characteristics and COHB actualization. Conclusion: Our findings suggest that first-time mothers in the studied population are likely to implement some but not all positive intended COHBs during pregnancy. Interventions are needed to assist women in implementing these practices. We support that, for prenatal interventional efforts to reap positive benefits, messaging should be personalized and include specific guidance on how to implement these recommendations. Knowledge Transfer Statement: A knowledge gap exists in our understanding of the relationship between first-time mothers’ intended and actualized child oral health behaviors, with implications in the optimal timing of infant and early childhood oral health messaging. Our findings suggest that first-time mothers are likely to implement some but not all positive behaviors that they intended to adopt during pregnancy. Interventions are needed to assist women in implementing these practices.

scholarly journals Assessment of Hafr Albatin University female workers' knowledge and health related behaviors regarding osteoporosis

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (7) ◽  
pp. 94
Author(s):  
Reda Mhmoud Mohamed Hables
Keyword(s):  
Health Behaviors ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Moderate Level ◽  
Exploratory Research ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Female Workers ◽  
Health Related Behaviors ◽  
Threatening Condition ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Prevention Programmes

Background and aim: Osteoporosis is a global and preventable public health problem considered as a potentially life threatening condition and having negative effects on both health and economics. The aim of this study was the assessment of Hafr Albatin University female workers' knowledge and health related behaviors regarding osteoporosis.Methods: A descriptive exploratory research design was implemented. Setting: The study was conducted in a college. The sample was of convenience. There were 352 women working at the college at the time of data collection. Tools: self-administrative questionnaire consisted of three parts: Part I: sociodemographic data, Part II: women's osteoporosis health related behaviors. Part III: knowledge related to osteoporosis.Results: About 50.9% of the participants had moderate level of overall knowledge about osteoporosis. Only 13.7% of the participants reported the source of their knowledge was a physician. Regarding osteoporosis related health behaviors, less than one third (29.7%) of the participants were consuming foods rich in calcium, but the majority of them consumed this food only 1-2 time per week and 30.3% of them were exposed to sunlight daily. 58.2% of the participants were drinking soda drinks daily and 83.4% were having coffee frequently.Conclusions: Women had moderate level of overall knowledge about osteoporosis and there was a gap between knowledge and applying the related health behaviors. Where the women had information about the health and risk related behaviors but not follow this information in correct and accurate way. Recommendation: Prevention programmes should be designed to increase awareness of working women about osteoporosis. screening, prevention and treatment.

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