scholarly journals Public awareness of the neurological manifestation of COVID-19 in Saudi Arabia

Neurosciences ◽  
2022 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 10-15
Author(s):  
Amal M. Alkhotani ◽  
Tala S. AlSindi ◽  
Atheer A. Alqurashi ◽  
Roaa M. Masarit ◽  
Ruba T. Gazzaz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Neurological Manifestation

scholarly journals Molecular Survey of Vector-Borne Pathogens of Dogs and Cats in Two Regions of Saudi Arabia

Pathogens ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 25
Author(s):  
Abdullah D. Alanazi ◽  
Abdulaziz S. Alouffi ◽  
Mohamed S. Alyousif ◽  
Mohammad Y. Alshahrani ◽  
Hend H. A. M. Abdullah ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Real Time ◽  
Real Time Pcr ◽  
Bartonella Henselae ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Effective Control ◽  
Vector Borne Diseases ◽  
Babesia Vogeli ◽  
Vector Borne ◽  
First Time

Dogs and cats play an important role as reservoirs of vector-borne pathogens, yet reports of canine and feline vector-borne diseases in Saudi Arabia are scarce. Blood samples were collected from 188 free-roaming dogs and cats in Asir (70 dogs and 44 cats) and Riyadh (74 dogs), Saudi Arabia. The presence of Anaplasma spp., Bartonella spp., hemotropic Mycoplasma spp., Babesia spp., and Hepatozoon spp. was detected using a multiplex tandem real-time PCR. PCR-positive samples were further examined with specific conventional and real-time PCR followed by sequencing. Dogs from Riyadh tested negative for all pathogens, while 46 out of 70 dogs (65.7%) and 17 out of 44 cats (38.6%) from Asir were positive for at least one pathogen. Positive dogs were infected with Anaplasma platys (57.1%), Babesia vogeli (30%), Mycoplasma haemocanis (15.7%), and Bartonella henselae (1.4%), and cats were infected with Mycoplasma haemofelis (13.6%), Candidatus Mycoplasma haemominutum (13.6%), B. henselae (9.2%), and A. platys (2.27%), all of which are reported for the first time in Saudi Arabia. Co-infection with A. platys and B. vogeli was detected in 17 dogs (24.28%), while coinfections were not detected in cats. These results suggest that effective control and public awareness strategies for minimizing infection in animals are necessary.

scholarly journals Public Awareness regarding the Differences between Ophthalmologists and Optometrists among Saudi Adults Living in Riyadh: A Quantitative Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammed Hamad Aldebasi ◽  
Nasser Abdalazez Alsobaie ◽  
Abdulrahman Yousef Aldayel ◽  
Khalid Mousa Alwusaidi ◽  
Tariq Alasbali
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Public Knowledge ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression ◽  
Eye Care ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Awareness Campaign ◽  
Care Services ◽  
Population Education

Awareness of the patients to the differences between ophthalmologists and optometrists has been recognized as an important factor influencing patient utilization of available eye care services. This study aimed at assessing the public’s knowledge of the differences between ophthalmologists and optometrists among the residents of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. An online questionnaire was administered to adults in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from January to February in 2018. The number of the respondents was 1579. Results show that 50% (n=789) of the participants had fair knowledge of the differences between ophthalmologists and optometrists, while 32% (n=505) had poor knowledge. After multivariate logistic regression analysis, there was a significant association between satisfactory knowledge and visiting an optometrist (odds ratio (OR): 0.75, 95% CI: 0.57–0.98), age older than 26 (OR: 1.73, 95% CI: 1.17–1.19), higher level of education (OR: 1.92, 95% CI: 1.54–2.4), and wearing spectacles (OR: 0.57, 95% CI: 0.45–0.73). Given the low level of public knowledge regarding the differences in the duties between ophthalmologist and optometrists among a Saudi population, there is great potential for general population education through awareness campaign and social media regarding eye care provider’s duties and practices.

Public awareness, knowledge, and attitudes toward epilepsy in the Aseer region, Saudi Arabia — A community-based cross-sectional study

2016 ◽  
Vol 63 ◽  
pp. 63-66 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adel Ali Alhazzani ◽  
Ali Mohammed Alqahtani ◽  
Ahmed Abouelyazid ◽  
Abdulaziz Mohammed Alqahtani ◽  
Nawaf Aedh Alqahtani ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes

scholarly journals Public awareness and knowledge of dental implants in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 110 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammed Al-Rafee ◽  
HebaIsmail Adam ◽  
TurkiSaad Alharbi ◽  
AlanoudAbdelmohsen Almojel
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Dental Implants ◽  
Public Awareness

scholarly journals Knowledge and Attitude of Dentists and Patients Toward Use and Health Safety of Dental Amalgam in Saudi Arabia

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (02) ◽  
pp. 233-238
Author(s):  
Hend N. Al-Nahedh ◽  
Ahmed A El-hejazi ◽  
Syed Rashid Habib
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Health Hazard ◽  
Dental Amalgam ◽  
Mercury Content ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Electronic Survey ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude ◽  
Obligation To Inform

Abstract Objective The aim of this study was to assess: (1) the perceptions of dentists in Saudi Arabia concerning the amalgam controversy, (2) their attitude toward the ethical responsibility of patient information, and (3) patients’ knowledge and attitude toward the use of dental amalgam. Materials and Methods A total of 1,139 dentists were sampled on convenience by electronic survey. The questionnaire contained questions about the safety of dental amalgam, use of amalgam, case selection, alternate materials, and informing their patients about risks of amalgam. Also, 425 patients were sampled on convenience and information collected on their knowledge about amalgam and its acceptance in their oral cavities. Results A total of 201 dentists and 425 patients participated in the study. A total of 60% of dentists and specialists declared it safe. A total of 32.4% (31) of general dental practitioners and 41% (43) specialists considered it a moral obligation to inform patients about the potential health risks associated with amalgam. Mercury toxicity was identified as the most common health hazard. About 57.3% dentists and 36.2% specialists opted for superior longevity as the principle advantage. Majority of patients (52.2%) in Saudi Arabia had no knowledge about dental amalgam. While 23.1% (98) had concern about poor color, 8.7% (30) knew it contained silver while only 7.8% (27) patients were aware of its mercury content. Conclusion Majority of dentists in Saudi Arabia found it safe to use amalgam while the patients had little knowledge about the possible issues with amalgam. It is recommended to improve public awareness about impact of mercury containing products on the environment.

scholarly journals Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors: Hypertension, Diabetes Mellitus and Obesity among Tabuk Citizens in Saudi Arabia

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 41-49 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeneth Gutierrez ◽  
Aladeen Alloubani ◽  
Mohammad Mari ◽  
Mohammad Alzaatreh
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease Risk ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Obesity And Overweight ◽  
Cross Sectional Design

Background:Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) is considered as the main cause of death worldwide. Identifying the links among CVDs risk factors can help decrease CVD-related deaths.Aim:To assess the prevalence of risk factors for CVD and their relationships among the Tabuk City population in Saudi Arabia.Methods:A cross-sectional design was used; 432 participants in the Tabuk region were included in this study.Results:The prevalence of diabetes mellitus (DM) was 5.6%, the prevalence of hypertension (HTN) was 11.1% and obesity and overweight together were 69.9%. Mean Body Mass Index (BMI), HTN, and DM increased with age. There was a correlation between BMI with HTN (r=.200, p<.001), BMI and DM (r=.149, p<.001) and DM and HTN (r=.366, p<.001).Conclusion:Public awareness may help in reducing the prevalence of CVD.

scholarly journals Public Awareness of Cord Blood Banking in Saudi Arabia

Cytotherapy ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 18 (6) ◽  
pp. S37-S38 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. Jawdat ◽  
S. AlTwijri ◽  
H. AlSemari ◽  
M. Saade
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Cord Blood ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Blood Banking ◽  
Cord Blood Banking

scholarly journals Vitamin D Deficiency and Associated Risk Factors in Women from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nora A. AlFaris ◽  
Nora M. AlKehayez ◽  
Fatema I. AlMushawah ◽  
AbdulRhman N. AlNaeem ◽  
Nadia D. AlAmri ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Vitamin D ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Hypovitaminosis D ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Associated Risk Factors

AbstractVitamin D deficiency is an epidemic public health problem worldwide. It is common in the Middle East and is more severe in women. This cross-sectional study was conducted to assess vitamin D deficiency and associated risk factors in women living in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) was measured in 166 women aged 30–65 years. Socio-demographic, lifestyle and health status characteristics, as well as intake of selected dietary supplements, were collected. Weight and height were measured. Vitamin D deficiency (25(OH)D < 20 ng/mL) was reported in 60.2% of participants. Mean of serum 25(OH)D was 20.7 ng/mL. Older age and taking the supplements of vitamin D, multi-vitamins or calcium were identified as factors that associated with a lower risk of hypovitaminosis D. A national strategy is needed to control a hypovitaminosis D crisis in Saudi Arabia. This could be accomplished by raising public awareness regarding vitamin D, regulating and enhancing vitamin D fortification and supplementation and screening vitamin D status among women at high risk.

scholarly journals Awareness and Attitudes towards Common Eye Diseases among the General Population of Southern region of Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Waleed A Aldhabaan ◽  
Bander Bin Saleh Alsalmy Asiri ◽  
AbdulRahman Saad M. Alahmari
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Diabetic Retinopathy ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Eye Diseases ◽  
Southern Region ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Related Disorder ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Visually Impaired Persons

Background: Globally, the number of visually impaired persons still increases; this will increase demand for more eye care services, programmes, and treatment for the visually disabled individuals. Consequently, the first step is to map the size of the problem. Detection of the related factors of visual loss and blindness is vital to build appropriate treatment, rehabilitation, and service programmes. Public awareness regarding these eye related health conditions is the first step for mapping the problem and public concern for early detection and management. Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional survey was conducted focused on all adults in Aseer region. The study was conducted during the period from May 2020 to September 2020. Data were collected using pre-structured online questionnaire established by the researchers after intensive literature review and expert’s consultation. The questionnaire data included participants’ socio-demographic data, awareness regarding eye diseases was evaluated and its main domains included glaucoma related awareness, cataract awareness, diabetic retinopathy awareness, refractive errors awareness, and eye dryness. Results: A total of 1,014 participants in the southern region of Saudi Arabia completed the survey. Participants’ ages ranged from 18 to 75 years with mean age of 33.8 (12.2%) years old. Exactly 641 (63.2%) participants were males. Exactly 23.1% of participants defined cataract as a change in lens colour and 17.8% reported that it is an age related disorder. Glaucoma was defined as a disease that causes optic nerve damage by 22.2% of the participants while 18.6% defined the disease as a condition causing diminished peri-ocular vision. DR was defined as retinal vascular lesion disorder by 23.6% of the participants and 42.9% classified the disease as one of the DM complications. In total, good awareness regarding cataract was detected among 13.4% of the participants and 10% had good awareness regarding glaucoma. Conclusions & recommendations: In conclusion, the study revealed that overall public awareness regarding common eye diseases was very poor especially among the old aged and females. The main source of information was a family member or friend who had the disease. Key words: Eye diseases, disorders, cataract, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, awareness, population

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