scholarly journals Risk factors associated with overweight and obesity among reproductive aged (15–49) years females in urban areas of Rajbiraj Municipality, Saptari

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 84-88
Author(s):  
Chandani Shah ◽  
Pallavi Vyas Jaisani ◽  
Madan Pandey ◽  
Om Prakash Sah ◽  
Mukundha Jha
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Modern World ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Reproductive Aged Women

Overweight and obesity has threatened the modern world not only in developed countries but equally in developing countries like Nepal. The study therefore aimed to assess the risk factors associated with overweight and obesity among reproductive aged women residing in Rajbiraj Municipality. A cross-sectional descriptive study was done on reproductive aged females (15-49 years) using a structured questionnaire. Weight, height, waist circumference and hip circumference were measured to determine indicators related to overweight and obesity. The anthropometric measurements were then analysed using WHO and IDF criteria. Microsoft excel 2007 and SPSS version 20 were used to analyze data. Chi square test was used to analyze the factors associated with BMI, WC and WHR cut-offs. The results showed a high prevalence of overweight and obesity in reproductive aged females residing in Rajbiraj. Hence, concerned agencies should launch appropriate programs to combat the factors.

scholarly journals Exploring health literacy in Wuhan, China: a cross-sectional analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Xin Mei ◽  
Qing Zhong ◽  
Gong Chen ◽  
Yuanxia Huang ◽  
Junlin Li
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Chronic Diseases ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Logistic Regression Models ◽  
Education Levels ◽  
Chi Square Test

Abstract Background In recent years, research on health literacy has become increasingly focused on the health care system and public health. This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate health literacy and analyse the risk factors that affect health literacy in Wuhan, China. Methods Multistage stratified random sampling was used to select 5304 urban and rural residents aged 15 to 69 years from 204 monitoring points in 15 districts of Wuhan. Using the Chinese Citizen Health Literacy Questionnaire (HLQ) (2018 edition), a face-to-face survey was conducted from November to December 2018. Risk factors that may affect health literacy were assessed using the Chi-square test and multivariate logistic regression models. Results The knowledge rate of health literacy was relatively low (19.3%). The knowledge rate of health-related behaviour and lifestyle (BAL, 17.3%) was the lowest of the three aspects of health literacy, and the knowledge rate of chronic diseases (CD, 19.0%) was the lowest of the six dimensions of health literacy. Respondents who lived in urban areas, had higher education levels, worked as medical staff, had a higher household income and did not suffer from chronic diseases were likely to have higher health literacy. Conclusions The health literacy levels of citizens in Wuhan are insufficient and need to improve.

scholarly journals Faktor Resiko Yang Berhubungan Dengan Kejadian Kanker Payudara Di Ruang Edelweis RSUD Ulin Banjarmasin

2019 ◽  
pp. 99-110
Author(s):  
Ika Avrilina Haryono ◽  
Adriana Palimbo ◽  
Difa Okti Al Kautsar
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Multiple Regression ◽  
Contraceptive Use ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Hormonal Contraceptive ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
History Of

ABSTRAKLatar Belakang : Kanker payudara merupakan salah satu penyebab kematian utama pada wanita di dunia. Sejauh ini, kanker payudara paling sering diderita oleh wanita dengan perkiraan 43,3% juta kasus kanker baru yang didiagnosis pada tahun 2012. Angka kejadian kanker payudara bervariasi secara global dimana terjadi peningkatan insiden di negara berkembang tetapi cenderung menurun dinegara maju, dengan kasus pada negara berkembang (883.000 kasus) negara maju (794.000 kasus). Tujuan: Menganalisis faktor resiko yang berhubungan dengan kejadian kanker payudara meliputi faktor umur, umur pertama menstruasi, menopause, umur pertama kali menikah, riwayat penggunaan kontrasepsi hormonal, riwayat pemberian ASI, da riwayat kanker payudara pada keluarga.Metode: Penelitian ini adalah penelitian kuantitatif menggunakan metode survey analitik dengan rancangan cross sectional. Populasi dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 760 orang dengan sampel 88 orang. Teknik pengumpulan data primer, teknik analisa data yang digunakan adalah uji chi square dan uji regresi berganda.Hasil: Hasil Uji Chi Square menunjukan bahwa terdapat hubungan signifikan antara umur (p=0.000) dan penggunaan kontrasepsi hormonal (p=0.002) dengan hasil uji regresi berganda (p-value0.05) menunjukan bahwa tidak ada pengaruh faktor risiko terhadap kejadian kanker payudara.Simpulan: Ada hubungan antara umur dan riwayat penggunaan kontrasepsi hormonal dengan kejadian kanker payudara. Tidak ada pengaruh faktor resiko terhadap kejadian kanker payudara. Kata Kunci: kanker payudara, riwayat penggunaan kontrasepsi hormonal, umur Risk Factors Related to Breast Cancer IncidenceIn the Edelweis Room of Ulin Hospital Banjarmasin AbstractBackground: Breast cancer is one of the leading causes of death in women in the world. So far, breast cancer most often affects women with an estimated 43.3% of new cancer cases diagnosed in 2012. The incidence of breast cancer varies globally where there is an increase in incidents in developing countries but tends to decrease in developed countries, with cases in the country developing (883,000 cases) developed countries (794,000 cases).Objective: Analyzing risk factors associated with breast cancer events include age, age at first menstruation, menopause, age at first marriage, history of use of hormonal contraception, history of breastfeeding, and history of breast cancer in the family.Method: This study is a quantitative study using analytical survey method with cross sectional design. The population in this study amounted to 760 people with a sample of 88 people. Primary data collection techniques, data analysis techniques used are chi square test and multiple regression test.Results: Chi Square test results showed that there was a significant relationship between age (p = 0,000) and hormonal contraceptive use (p = 0.002) with the results of multiple regression tests (p-value 0.05) indicating that there was no effect of risk factors on breast cancer incidence.Conclusion: There is a relationship between age and history of hormonal contraceptive use with the incidence of breast cancer. There is no effect of risk factors on the incidence of breast cancer. Keywords: breast cancer, history of hormonal contraceptive use, age

scholarly journals Factors associated with knowledge on risk factors of sexual abuse among house girls and house boys in Singida Municipality, Central zone Tanzania: A cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
FILMON EMILY ◽  
Dedius E. Peter ◽  
Walter C. Milanzi ◽  
Angelina A. Joho ◽  
Fabiola Moshi
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Nuclear Family ◽  
Central Zone ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated

Abstract Background: Sexual abuse is a situation whereby any people or individual entered in any sexual malpractice or sexual contact without his/her will. Sexual abuse among house girls and house boys is among of general medical issue in our nation particularly in the urban areas and towns. The aim of the study was to examine predicators associated with knowledge on risk factors of sexual abuse among house girls and house boys in Singida Municipality.Methods: The cross section study involved a total of 252 participants from the selected house hold in Singida Municipality. A multistage sampling technique was used to obtain sample and data was collected by using self-administered structured questionnaire. Chi-square and logistic regression were used to determine the association between knowledge on risk factors and sexual abuse among house girls and house boys.Results: The large numbers of respondents with mean age of 22years old were single. Only 53.1% of house girls were knowledgeable on risk factors associated with sexual abuse compared to house boys. After control of the confounders the predictors of knowledge about risk factors on sexual abuse were educational level (AOR = 0.332, p = 0.002, 95%CI:0.167; 0.659), how did you find a job(AOR=2.412, p=0.001, 95%CI:1.433; 2.523), and type of family he/she living(AOR=4.672, p=0.002, 95%CI:0.0709; 0.719, nuclear family (AOR=4.023, p=0.023, 95%CI:0.101;0902). Conclusion: The findings depicted that the study participants have inadequate knowledge on risk factors associated with sexual abuse and it discovered that the influencing factors were education level, means of getting a job and type of family.

scholarly journals FAKTOR-FAKTOR RISIKO YANG BERHUBUNGAN DENGAN KEJADIAN PLASENTA PREVIA PADA IBU BERSALIN DI RSUD DAYA KOTA MAKASSAR

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yudiarsi Eppang
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Placenta Previa ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
History Of

The aim of the study: To determine the risk factors associated with the incidence of placenta previa in mothers who gave birth at RSUD Daya Makassar City. Method: Quantitative Research, with a cross sectional approach. The design of this study was used with the goal to knowing the risk factors associated with the incidence of placenta previa in mothers who gave birth at RSUD Daya Kota Makassar in 2020. The population in this study were all mothers who experienced placenta previa recorded as data in the INC room at RSUD. Daya City of Makassar in 2020. The sample in this study were women who experienced placenta previa recorded in the INC room data at RSUD Daya Kota Makassar in 2020. Results: This study shows that 15 respondents studied showed that there was a relationship between age, parity, history of curettage, and the distance between pregnancies to the incidence of placenta previa. Based on the results of the chi square test, the results obtained were age (p = 0.019), parity (p = 0.005), history of curettage (p = 0.020) and pregnancy distance (p = 0.020). Conclusion: in this study there is a significant relationship between age, parity, history of curettage, and the distance between pregnancies to the incidence of placenta previa at RSUD Daya Kota Makassar. Suggestion: Suggestions for health workers need to increase antenatal supervision of pregnant women who have a history of obstetrics, so that risky pregnant women can be managed properly

scholarly journals Exploring Health Literacy in Wuhan, China: A Cross-Sectional Analysis

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xin Mei ◽  
Qing Zhong ◽  
Gong Chen ◽  
Yuanxia Huang ◽  
Junlin Li
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Chronic Diseases ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Logistic Regression Models ◽  
Education Levels ◽  
Chi Square Test

Abstract Background: In recent years, research on health literacy has become increasingly concerned with the health care system and public health. This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate health literacy and analyse the risk factors that affect health literacy in Wuhan, China. Methods: Multistage stratified random sampling was used to select 5304 urban and rural residents aged 15 to 69 from 204 monitoring points in 15 districts of Wuhan. Using the Chinese citizen Health Literacy Questionnaire (HLQ) (2018 edition), a face-to-face survey was conducted from November to December 2018. Risk factors that may affect health literacy were assessed by Chi-square test and multiple logistic regression models. Results: The knowledge rate of health literacy was relatively low (19.3%). Of the three aspects of health literacy, the knowledge rate of health-related behaviour and lifestyle (BAL, 17.3%) was the lowest, and of the six dimensions of health literacy, the knowledge rate of chronic diseases (CD, 19.0%) was the lowest. Respondents who lived in urban areas, had higher education levels, worked as medical staff, had higher household income and did not suffer from chronic diseases were likely to have higher health literacy. Conclusions: The health literacy levels of citizens in Wuhan are insufficient and need to improve.

scholarly journals Obesitas sentral berhubungan dengan toleransi glukosa terganggu pada remaja perempuan

2012 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 113 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lucia Mawarti Dwi Astuti ◽  
Endy Paryanto Prawirohartono ◽  
Noormanto Noormanto ◽  
Madarina Julia
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Central Obesity ◽  
Fasting Glucose ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
The Difference

Background: Obesity in adolescents has become health problem in Indonesia. Central obesity is associated with insulin resistance.Theoretically, insulin resistance will cause impaired glucose tolerance (IGT) and could develop into type 2 diabetes.Objective: The aim of this study were to evaluate the difference in IGT prevalence between central and non central obesity and to identify the risk factors associated with IGT. Method: A cross sectional study was conducted at 3 private secondary schools in Yogyakarta and recruited 62 obese female students aged 12-18 years.The subjects were classified into central obesity (BMI/U> +2SD and waist circumference > p90) and non central obesity based on anthropometric data. Fasting glucose and 2 hours after loading were measured in all subjects. Differences in the proportion of IGT between the two groups was calculated by Chi-square test and risk factors associated with IGT were calculated by multivariate logistic regression with 95% confidence interval.Result: Of 62 subjects, 14 of them have IGT and the prevalence of IGT was significantly higher in the central obesity group compared to non central obesity group (11/31 vs 3/31, p=0.03). Central obesity was found to be the only risk factor of IGT (OR=4.6; 95%CI: 1.04 to 20.24). Twenty one of the subjects were found to have impaired fasting glucose (IFG) (34%) and one subject (1.6 %) had IFG+IGT. There were no differences in the proportion of IFG between central and non central obesity groups. Conclusion: The prevalence of IGT in female students with central obesity was higher compared to those with non central obesity. A female student with central obesity had 4.6-fold risk of having IGT compared to those with non central obesity.

scholarly journals HUBUNGAN OBESITAS DENGAN PROFIL TEKANAN DARAH PADA ANAK USIA 10-12 TAHUN DI KOTA MANADO

2013 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Angelya Lumoindong ◽  
Adrian Umboh ◽  
Nurhayati Masloman
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Normal Blood ◽  
Normal Blood Pressure ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Hypertension In Children ◽  
Obesity In Children

Abstract: Obesity is now a global problem. The prevalence is increasing not only in developed countries but also in developing countries. Currently, obesity in children is still a complex issue. The cause is multifactorial, making it hard for the implementation. The increasing of overweight and obesity in children around the world participate to boost the prevalence of hypertension in children. Observing the heredity aspect of hypertension, emerging understanding that hypertension in adults are from children. Therefore, efforts to reduce the prevalence of overweight and obesity will decrease the prevalence of hypertension in children indirectly. Objective: To determine the relationship of obesity with blood pressure in children aged 10-12 years. Methodology: This study was observational analytic cross sectional design. Results: There were 111 children as the subjects of study that meets the inclusion criteria which have been measured. Consisted of 57 girls and 54 boys. Of 111 obese children are 31 children with normal blood pressure, 55 children with high-normal blood pressure and 25 children with high blood pressure, there is a significant relationship with the Chi-Square Test (p = 0.007). Conclusion: There is a relationship between obesity and blood pressure appearance in children aged 10-12 years. Keywords: blood Pressure, hypertension, obesity.     Abstrak: Obesitas saat ini sudah menjadi masalah global. Prevalensinya meningkat tidak saja dinegara maju tapi juga di negara-negara berkembang. Obesitas pada anak sampai saat ini masih merupakan masalah yang kompleks. Penyebabnya multifaktorial sehingga menyulitkan penatalaksanaannya. Peningkatan kegemukan dan obesitas pada anak di seluruh dunia ikut mendongkrak prevalensi hipertensi pada anak. Melihat unsur keturunan dari hipertensi, muncul pemahaman bahwa hipertensi pada orang dewasa berasal dari anak-anak. Oleh karena itu upaya menurunkan prevalensi kegemukan dan obesitas akan menurunkan prevalensi hipertensi pada anak secara tidak langsung. Tujuan:  Untuk mengetahui hubungan obesitas dengan tekanan darah pada anak usia 10-12 tahun. Metode: Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian observasional analitik dengan rancangan potong lintang. Hasil: Terdapat 111 anak subjek penelitian yang memenuhi kriteria Inklusi yang telah diukur. Terdiri dari 57 anak perempuan dan 54 anak laki-laki. Dari 111 anak obes tersebut 31 anak dengan tekanan darah normal, 55 anak dengan tekanan darah normal tinggi dan 25 anak bertekanan darah tinggi, terdapat hubungan bermakna dengan Uji Chi-Square (p=0,007). Simpulan: Terdapat hubungan antara  obesitas dan profil tekanan darah pada anak usia 10 – 12 tahun. Kata Kunci: Hipertensi, Obesitas, Tekanan Darah

scholarly journals Factors associated with knowledge on risk factors of sexual abuse among house girls and house boys in Singida Municipality, Central zone Tanzania: A cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Filmon Emily ◽  
Dedius E. Peter ◽  
Walter C. Milanzi ◽  
Angelina A. Joho ◽  
Fabiola Moshi
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Nuclear Family ◽  
Central Zone ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated

Abstract Background: Sexual abuse is a situation whereby any people or individual entered in any sexual malpractice or sexual contact without his/her will. Sexual abuse among house girls and house boys is among of general medical issue in our nation particularly in the urban areas and towns. The aim of the study was to examine predicators associated with knowledge on risk factors of sexual abuse among house girls and house boys in Singida Municipality.Methods: The cross section study involved a total of 252 participants from the selected house hold in Singida Municipality. A multistage sampling technique was used to obtain sample and data was collected by using self-administered structured questionnaire. Chi-square and logistic regression were used to determine the association between knowledge on risk factors and sexual abuse among house girls and house boys.Results: The large numbers of respondents with mean age of 22years old were single. Only 53.1% of house girls were knowledgeable on risk factors associated with sexual abuse compared to house boys. After control of the confounders the predictors of knowledge about risk factors on sexual abuse were educational level (AOR = 0.332, p = 0.002, 95%CI:0.167; 0.659), how did you find a job(AOR=2.412, p=0.001, 95%CI:1.433; 2.523), and type of family he/she living(AOR=4.672, p=0.002, 95%CI:0.0709; 0.719, nuclear family (AOR=4.023, p=0.023, 95%CI:0.101;0902). Conclusion: The findings depicted that the study participants have inadequate knowledge on risk factors associated with sexual abuse and it discovered that the influencing factors were education level, means of getting a job and type of family.

Prevalence of Childhood Obesity In Northeastern Ontario: A Cross-sectional Study

2006 ◽  
Vol 67 (3) ◽  
pp. 143-147 ◽  
Author(s):  
Foyez Haque ◽  
Alberto G. de la Rocha ◽  
Betty Ann Horbul ◽  
Patricia Desroches ◽  
Craig Orrell
Keyword(s):  
Childhood Obesity ◽  
Program Planning ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Obesity Prevalence ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Northern Ontario ◽  
Control And Prevention ◽  
Chi Square Test

Purpose: In Canada, the incidence of childhood obesity has tripled within the past 20 years. The prevalence of obesity in the Timmins, Ontario, student population was studied to gain knowledge for program planning and resource allocation, and to compare Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) criteria with Cole’s international criteria for childhood obesity. Methods: Anthropometric measurements of 801 students were taken. Students were chosen from randomly selected schools for each grade. Data were analyzed according to age, gender, and ethnicity. Data were also compared with other studies. Intragroup comparisons were performed using hypothesis testing for significance with the z table and chi-square test. Results: Overweight and obesity prevalence was 28% according to CDC criteria. No statistical difference was found between genders or among ethnic groups, or between this study and other Canadian studies. In comparison with the CDC criteria, Cole’s international criteria indicated less obesity and increased overweight prevalence. These differences were not statistically significant. Conclusions: The findings suggest that in the northern Ontario community of Timmins, the prevalence of childhood obesity is of epidemic proportions. When the findings are shared with different agencies, this study will help the health unit to take necessary public health measures to curb the epidemic.

Perceptions of Final Year Medical Students about Family Medicine as A Career Choice in Pakistan

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dur-e- Nishat
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Family Medicine ◽  
Medical Profession ◽  
Healthcare Services ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Medical College ◽  
Chi Square Test

Background: Family medicine is a field in which complete and detailed set of healthcare services are provided to the patients and their families. In developed countries, freshly graduated students choose family medicine as a priority for their career. However, in Pakistan it is not the case. The present study is undertaken to determine the perceptions of final year medical students’ about Family Medicine as a viable career. Methods: A total number of 504 students participated in the study. This was a cross-sectional study. The study participants were in their final year of medical college. Data was collected using a preapproved questionnaire. Data was entered and analyzed via SPSS version 17 and Chi-Square test was used post-stratification. Results: Only 14.3% (n=72) medical students had heard about Family Medicine. Only 18% (n=92) would select family medicine as a profession. The most frequent rationale for choosing the field of Family Medicine was the variety of patients seen in general practice (55.4% n=51). Conclusion: There is a dire need to focus on increasing awareness about the field of family medicine among medical students. The students should be counseled on the advantages along with the disadvantages of choosing this field as a medical profession.

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