scholarly journals English Reading Proficiency: A Study of Public Health Students in Indonesia

2021 ◽  
pp. 639-646
Author(s):  
Tri Bayu Purnama ◽  
Idris Sadri
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
English Language ◽  
Curriculum Evaluation ◽  
Health Study ◽  
First Year ◽  
College Level ◽  
Study Program ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Public Health Literacy

This study aimed to determine the English-language public health literacy of public health students. Literacy of public health constitutes proficiency and application of complex skills such as reading, critical and analytical thinking, listening and decisionmaking skills about emerging health situations. We used a quantitative approach with cross-sectional research to investigate the extent of English-language public health literacy among first year public health students. There were 110 participants in this study, all of whom were first year students of the Faculty of Public Health/ Public Health Study Program in North Sumatra Province and more than half were 18 years old with the sex dominated by women. The English-language public health literacy was quite high while students had limitations in understanding the content and main ideas of the articles they read. Students tended to hesitate to disseminate and explain information because they were not confident in their literacy skills. These findings can be used as material for English language curriculum evaluation and competency adjustment of public health students at college level. Keywords: Cross-sectional study, public health literacy, public health students, reading skill, undergraduate student

scholarly journals Investigating the Relationships Between Public Health Literacy and Public Trust in Physicians in China's Control of COVID-19: A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dongjin Chen ◽  
Qian Zhou ◽  
Cornelius B. Pratt ◽  
Zhenhua Su ◽  
Zheng Gu
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Care Delivery ◽  
Public Trust ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Association Coefficient ◽  
Solid Foundation ◽  
Trust In Physicians ◽  
Public Health Literacy

Objective: Public trust in physicians and public health literacy (HL) are important factors that ensure the effectiveness of health-care delivery, particularly that provided during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. This study investigates HL as a predictor of public trust in physicians in China's ongoing efforts to control COVID-19.Methods: Data were gathered in February 2020 during the peak of the disease in China. Based on Nutbeam's conceptualization of HL, we measure HL vis-à-vis COVID-19 by using a six-item scale that includes two items each for functional, interactive, and critical HL. Trust in physicians was measured by assessing physicians' capability to diagnose COVID-19. A rank-sum test and ordinal logit regression modeling were used to analyze the data.Results: Two key findings: (a) trust in physician handling of treatment for COVID-19 is reported by about 74% of respondents; and (b) five of the six HL measures are positive predictors of public trust in physician treatment of the disease, with functional HL1 having the highest level of such association (coefficient 0.285, odds ratio 1.33%, p < 0.01).Conclusions: Improving public HL is important for better public-physician relationships, as well as for nations' efforts to contain the pandemic, serving as a possible behavioral, non-clinical antidote to COVID-19. Being confronted with the unprecedented virus, humans need trust. Health education and risk communication can improve public compliance with physicians' requirements and build a solid foundation for collective responses.

GAMBARAN DEPRESI MAHASISWA PROGRAM STUDI KESEHATAN MASYARAKAT PSDKU UNIVERSITAS AIRLANGGA DI BANYUWANGI

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Hayunda Fajri Sholikhah
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Health Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Study Program ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Public ◽  
Depression Prevalence ◽  
Prevalence Of Depression ◽  
Public Health Study

Globally the prevalence of depression is still high and causes death and killing. In Indonesia, depression is still a serious problem and its prevalence is increasing every year. In addition, the incidence of depression in students varies by university. This study aims to describe the depression of students of the Public Health Study Program at Universitas Airlangga Banyuwangi. This study used a cross-sectional study design with descriptive studies. The respondents was 68 students of the Public Health Study Program of Universitas Airlangga Banyuwangi, aged 17-21 years. Data is analyzed univariably. The results showed that of 68 respondents there were 57.4% of respondents who were depressed. Of the number of respondents who were depressed, 59% were in the young age category and 87.2% were female. Whereas if viewed based on the semester taken by respondents at the time of the study, the majority of respondents were in semester 2 that is equal to 41%, and most respondents had a GPA not cumlaude with a number of 59%. The conclusion of this study is depression prevalence rate of students of the Banyuwangi Public Health Study Program is higher than those who are not depressed. Better diagnosis and treatment of students who are depressed can help reduce suicide rates in adolescents.

scholarly journals Evaluation of public health literacy in adults who applied for primary health care in Turkey

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
A Kılınç ◽  
C Çam ◽  
S Aydoğan Gedik ◽  
D Oktar ◽  
U Taşcıoğlu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Primary Health Care ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Education Level ◽  
Study Group ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Health Decisions ◽  
Primary Health ◽  
Public Health Literacy

Abstract Background The climate change, conflicts, mass migrations and global epidemics happening in today's world shows that it's necessary for the communities to implement public health decisions. In this context, the degree of obtaining and complying with the information required for individuals to process, understand and evaluate public health decisions has revealed the concept of public health literacy. The aim of the study was to determine the public health literacy (PHL) levels in adults applying for health care. Methods This is a cross-sectional study conducted on 1672 adults who applied for primary health care in Eskişehir in 2019. Public Health Literacy Knowledge Scale (PHLKS) which is created with a WHO initiative was used to assess the PHL levels. The scores that can be obtained from this scale ranges from 0 to 17 and higher score implies higher literacy levels. In the study group, Cronbach's alpha value was 0.72 for the PHLKS. Multiple linear regression was used to determine the variables that affect PHLKS score. Results In the study group; 924 (55.3%) were male, 399 (23.9%) were living in a rural area, their ages ranged from 18 to 87 and the mean age was 40.94 ± 15.22. The median score from the PHLKS was 13.0 and mean score was 12.38 ± 2.99. Among the participants, 27.8% of them had a correct response rate of ≥ 90% for the items of the scale. Variables related to PHLKS were found to be high level of education, to exercise regularly and to perceive the general health status as good (F = 28.869, p < 0.001, R2 = 0.161). Education level was the most important variable related with PHL level (Standardized β coefficient: 0.34 95% CI: 0.28-0.39). Conclusions PHL levels of the participants was thought to be moderate. Education level and the lifestyle choices were related to PHL. Key messages It was thought that new and improved tools to measure public health literacy levels are needed. Societies should improve their education levels and invest in health education programs for more effective public health interventions.

scholarly journals Kids SIPsmartER: A Feasibility Study to Reduce Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Consumption Among Middle School Youth in Central Appalachia

2017 ◽  
Vol 32 (6) ◽  
pp. 1386-1401 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hannah Lane ◽  
Kathleen J. Porter ◽  
Erin Hecht ◽  
Priscilla Harris ◽  
Vivica Kraak ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Middle School ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Media Literacy ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
School Setting ◽  
Random Order ◽  
Process Data ◽  
Public Health Literacy

Purpose: To test the feasibility of Kids SIP smartER, a school-based intervention to reduce consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs). Design: Matched-contact randomized crossover study with mixed-methods analysis. Setting: One middle school in rural, Appalachian Virginia. Participants: Seventy-four sixth and seventh graders (5 classrooms) received Kids SIP smartER in random order over 2 intervention periods. Feasibility outcomes were assessed among 2 teachers. Intervention: Kids SIP smartER consisted of 6 lessons grounded in the Theory of Planned Behavior, media literacy, and public health literacy and aimed to improve individual SSB behaviors and understanding of media literacy and prevalent regional disparities. The matched-contact intervention promoted physical activity. Measures: Beverage Intake Questionnaire-15 (SSB consumption), validated theory questionnaires, feasibility questionnaires (student and teacher), student focus groups, teacher interviews, and process data (eg, attendance). Analysis: Repeated measures analysis of variances across 3 time points, descriptive statistics, and deductive analysis of qualitative data. Results: During the first intervention period, students receiving Kids SIP smartER (n = 43) significantly reduced SSBs by 11 ounces/day ( P = .01) and improved media ( P < .001) and public health literacy ( P < .01) understanding; however, only media literacy showed between-group differences ( P < .01). Students and teachers found Kids SIP smartER acceptable, in-demand, practical, and implementable within existing resources. Conclusion: Kids SIP smartER is feasible in an underresourced, rural school setting. Results will inform further development and large-scale testing of Kids SIP smartER to reduce SSBs among rural adolescents.

scholarly journals Factors associated with elevated consumption of alcohol in older adults—comparison between China and Norway: the CLHLS and the HUNT Study

BMJ Open ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (8) ◽  
pp. e028646 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juan Li ◽  
Bei Wu ◽  
Kjerstin Tevik ◽  
Steinar Krokstad ◽  
AS Helvik
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Alcohol Consumption ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Primary Objective ◽  
Health Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Chinese Sample ◽  
Factors Associated

ObjectivesThe primary objective was to investigate the prevalence and factors associated with elevated alcohol consumption among older adults 65 years and above in China and Norway. The secondary objective was to compare the prevalence and factors in the two countries.DesignA secondary data analysis was conducted using two large cross-sectional studies (Chinese Longitudinal Healthy Longevity Survey data in 2008–2009 and Nord-Trøndelag Health Study data in 2006–2008).ParticipantsA total of 3223 (weighted) Chinese older adults and 6210 Norwegian older adults who responded drinking alcohol were included in the analysis.Outcome measuresThe dependent variable was elevated alcohol consumption, which was calculated as a ratio of those with elevated drinking among current drinkers. Multivariable logistic regression was used to test the dependent variable.ResultsThe prevalence of elevated alcohol consumption among current drinkers for the Chinese and Norwegian samples were 78.3% (weighted) and 5.1%, respectively. Being male was related to a higher likelihood of elevated alcohol consumption in both Chinese and Norwegian samples (OR=2.729, 95% CI 2.124 to 3.506, OR=2.638, 95% CI 1.942 to 3.585). Being older, with higher levels of education and a living spouse or partner were less likely to have elevated drinking in the Chinese sample (OR=0.497, 95% CI 0.312 to 0.794, OR=0.411, 95% CI 0.260 to 0.649, OR=0.533, 95% CI 0.417 to 0.682, respectively). Among Norwegian older adults, a higher level of education was related to higher likelihood of elevated drinking (OR=1.503, 95% CI 1.092 to 2.069, OR=3.020, 95% CI 2.185 to 4.175). Living in rural areas and higher life satisfaction were related to lower likelihood of elevated drinking in the Norwegian sample (OR=0.739, 95% CI 0.554 to 0.984, OR=0.844, 95% CI 0.729 to 0.977, respectively).ConclusionsThe elevated alcohol consumption patterns were strikingly different between China and Norway in regards to prevalence and socioeconomic distribution. To develop and implement culturally appropriate public health policies regarding alcohol in the future, public health policy makers and professionals need to be aware of the cultural differences and consider the demographic, social and economic characteristics of their intended population.

scholarly journals A cross-sectional population survey of physicians in Alberta, Canada about a novel provincial contact tracing smartphone app

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
D Jerome ◽  
M Pietrosanu ◽  
K Dhillon
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
English Language ◽  
Contact Tracing ◽  
Smartphone App ◽  
Health Campaigns ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Knowledge And Beliefs ◽  
Public Health Officials ◽  
Health Zone ◽  
Public Health Campaigns

Abstract Background The Canadian province of Alberta released the ABTraceTogether smartphone app in May 2020 to assist in contact tracing during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. Public engagement with this public health tool has been low, limiting the effectiveness of the intervention. This study examines physician knowledge of the app and practice patterns in relation to the app. Methods We conducted a cross-sectional self-administered online English language survey of physicians and medical students in Alberta, Canada. The survey link was sent to all registered members of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta and was distributed by other provincial physician organizations and health zone leaders. Results The survey received 317 responses. 96% of participants were aware of the app but only 27% had recommended the app to patients. The most common reason provided for not downloading or recommending the app was that participants had security concerns about the app. 23% of participants indicated they did not believe they had a responsibility to recommend the app to others. Conclusions Our study provides insights into participants’ knowledge and beliefs about the ABTraceTogether app. This information may be valuable to public health officials who wish to engage physicians in future public health campaigns.

Public Health Literacy Defined

2009 ◽  
Vol 36 (5) ◽  
pp. 446-451 ◽  
Author(s):  
Darcy A. Freedman ◽  
Kimberly D. Bess ◽  
Holly A. Tucker ◽  
David L. Boyd ◽  
Arleen M. Tuchman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Public Health Literacy

Public health literacy in America

2005 ◽  
Vol 28 (3) ◽  
pp. 317-322 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julie A. Gazmararian ◽  
James W. Curran ◽  
Ruth M. Parker ◽  
Jay M. Bernhardt ◽  
Barbara A. DeBuono
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Public Health Literacy

scholarly journals An Article Review on “Reading Comprehension Strategy Instruction in a First-Year Course: An Instructor's Self-Study”

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vira Budiarti ◽  
Yona Dwi Tirta Syafitri ◽  
Tatum Derin
Keyword(s):  
Reading Comprehension ◽  
English Language ◽  
Strategy Instruction ◽  
Previous Literature ◽  
Independent Learning ◽  
First Year ◽  
Study Program ◽  
Comprehension Strategy Instruction ◽  
Comprehension Strategy ◽  
Self Study

In an effort to provide insight for others who might wish to provide instruction’s self-study, this paper concludes by discussing emerging themes related to student learning and strategy instruction at the postsecondary level. This present article tries to deliver a review one of the research articles regarding reading comprehension strategies and self-study written by Chyntia Parr and Vera Woloshyn (2013), entitled "Reading Comprehension Strategy Instruction in a First-Year Course: An Instructor's Self-Study". The research was conducted in the first year of the university course. This paper doesn’t deliver objectives adequately but it's very good at analyzing the previous literature and the design of the research will make readers understand generally. Connecting their findings with previous literature, give seminal and contemporary meaning to the context even though the flow is not consistent. In addition, the content of this article is valid (all references accurately) and well-documented. Not only giving a discussion of reading comprehension and strategy instruction, but this paper also contains a theoretical framework that provides an opportunity to reflect the understanding of instruction, challenges, and limitations associated with the application of explicit strategy instruction in the first year class. Therefore, this paper looks at independent learning instruction as a strategy in delivering a repertoire of evidence-based understanding strategies in the context of the first year of the university's English language study program designed to introduce convention students to reading and writing academics. This study will be special entice to researchers and educators because this study describes the efforts of the instructor to integrate understanding instruction in limited postsecondary settings. In addition, this study can be a benchmark for lecturers to provide reading comprehension strategy in a first years course, especially reading skill.

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