scholarly journals Prevalence and risk factors of asthma among 6-12-year-old schoolchildren in a metropolitan environment – a cross-sectional, questionnaire-based study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dávid Molnár ◽  
Gabriella Gálffy ◽  
Alpár Horváth ◽  
Gábor Tomisa ◽  
Gábor Katona ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Sport Activity ◽  
Prospective Trial ◽  
Current Data ◽  
Nutritional Risk ◽  
Odds Ratios ◽  
Regional Variability ◽  
Cross Sectional

Abstract Background A cross-sectional, questionnaire-based study was conducted in primary schools located in the capital of Hungary. We aimed to evaluate the prevalence of asthma and its risk factors within a 6-12-year-old population.Methods After meeting selection criteria, 3836 eligible parent-reported questionnaires were evaluated. The survey included the ISAAC phase three core questions for asthma and assessed the association with other atopic conditions and various environmental, lifestyle and nutritional risk factors.Results Cumulative asthma had a prevalence of 12.6% among the sampled population, with a girl-boy percentage of 37.4–62.6%. The proximity of any air-polluting factories, heavy-vehicle traffic and weedy area associated with greater risk for asthma while a suburban residence showed lesser odds (odds ratios were 1.3319, 1.2883, 1.3939 and 0.6390 respectively). Indoor smoking, visible mould, and keeping a dog were defined as risk factors for asthma (odds ratios: 1.6509, 2.1282, 1.4362), while the presence of a plant in the bedroom and pet rodents associated with lower odds ratios (0.7884, 0.7231 respectively). The consumption of fast food, beverages containing additives and margarine were significantly higher in asthmatics (odds ratios 1.7488, 1.2669, 1.3549), while we found frequent sport activity (0.6883) and cereal intake (0.5403) had favorable odds ratios for asthma.Conclusions Some of the obtained results have confirmed the outcomes of previous similar epidemiological studies, while in other cases, differences were found. These differences could have been a natural consequence of regional variability and other undiscovered factors; however, the correct evaluation of these controversial results require further investigation in the future. The current data can serve as a milestone for a prospective trial. Having the findings of this study, we can articulate recommendations for the public regarding the most common risk factors of asthma that should be avoided at home and in our surroundings and how to transform our daily habits for a prosperous future.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Asthma and Its Associating Environmental Factors among 6–12-Year-Old Schoolchildren in a Metropolitan Environment—A Cross-Sectional, Questionnaire-Based Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (24) ◽  
pp. 13403
Author(s):  
Dávid Molnár ◽  
Gabriella Gálffy ◽  
Alpár Horváth ◽  
Gábor Tomisa ◽  
Gábor Katona ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Environmental Factors ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Sport Activity ◽  
International Study ◽  
Asthma Prevalence ◽  
Odds Ratios ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Lower Odds

We aimed to evaluate the prevalence of asthma and its associating environmental factors within a 6–12-year-old population. A cross-sectional, questionnaire-based study was conducted in primary schools located in the capital of Hungary; 3836 eligible parent-reported questionnaires were evaluated. Besides the International Study of Asthma and Allergies in Childhood (ISAAC) phase three core questions for asthma, the survey also assessed various potential risk factors. We introduced the umbrella term cumulative asthma as the union of physician-diagnosed asthma and current wheezing to estimate the lifetime prevalence of asthma. Current wheezing and physician-diagnosed asthma showed a frequency of 9.5% and 6.3%, respectively. They contributed to a cumulative asthma prevalence of 12.6% among the sampled population, with a girl-boy percentage of 37.4% to 62.6%. Air-pollution and weedy areas were associated with greater risk for asthma, while a suburban residence showed lesser odds. Indoor smoking, visible mold, and keeping a dog were defined as risk factors for asthma, while the presence of plants in the bedroom and pet rodents were associated with lower odds ratios. The consumption of fast food, beverages containing additives and margarine were significantly higher in asthmatics, while we found frequent sport activity and cereal intake associated with lower odds ratios for asthma. In this urban environment, we identified an increased asthma prevalence compared to some previously published studies, but the cross-sectional design and the different methodology did not permit us to draw timeframe-dependent conclusions.

Multiple behavioural risk factors of non-communicable diseases among adolescents in four Caribbean countries: prevalence and correlates

2021 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Supa Pengpid ◽  
Karl Peltzer
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Parental Support ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Vegetable Intake ◽  
Communicable Diseases ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Non Communicable Diseases ◽  
Behavioural Risk Factors ◽  
Fast Food Consumption ◽  
High Prevalence

Abstract Objectives The study assessed the prevalence and associated factors of behavioural risk factors of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) among adolescents in four Caribbean countries. Content In all 9,143 adolescents (15 years = median age) participated in the cross-sectional “2016 Dominican Republic, 2016 Suriname, 2017 Jamaica, and 2017 Trinidad and Tobago Global School-Based Student Health Survey (GSHS)”. Eight behavioural risk factors of NCDs were assessed by a self-administered questionnaire. Summary Prevalence of each behavioural NCD risk factor was physical inactivity (84.2%), inadequate fruit and vegetable intake (82.2%), leisure-time sedentary behaviour (49.6%), daily ≥2 soft drinks intake (46.8%), ever drunk (28.6%), twice or more days a week fast food consumption (27.6%), having overweight/obesity (27.4%), and current tobacco use (13.8%). Students had on average 3.6 (SD=1.4), and 79.0% had 3–8 behavioural NCD risk factors. In multivariable linear regression, psychological distress and older age increased the odds, and attending school and parental support decreased the odds of multiple behavioural NCD risk factors. Outlook A high prevalence and co-occurrence of behavioural risk factors of NCDs was discovered and several factors independently contributing to multiple behavioural NCD risk factors were identified.

scholarly journals Relationship between childhood obesity and dietary behavior in selected school-going children from Dhaka city, Bangladesh

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (7) ◽  
pp. 2469
Author(s):  
Mohammad Rahanur Alam ◽  
Mohammad Asadul Habib ◽  
A. K. Obidul Huq ◽  
Sumaiya Mamun ◽  
Sompa Reza ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Significant Risk ◽  
Dietary Behavior ◽  
Communicable Diseases ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Dhaka City ◽  
Non Communicable Diseases ◽  
Increased Risk

Background: The prevalence of non-communicable diseases is rising in Dhaka City, Bangladesh. Obesity is one of the significant risk factors for many non-communicable diseases. This research aimed to investigate the current prevalence of overweight and obesity among children in selected schools in Dhaka City through anthropometric evaluation, as well as to assess the correlation of various environmental determinants such as physical activity, dietary behavior, lifestyle habits, are associated with increased risk of obesity in children.Methods: This school-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 106 participants (50 male and 56 female participants) aged 6-14 years selected by convenience sampling from four randomly selected primary schools of different regions of Dhaka city. A pre-tested questionnaire was used to collect data.Results: The prevalence of overweight and obesity among school-going children 24.5%, 68% respectively. Factors associated with being obese included type of game (χ2=34.036; p=0.001), total playtime (χ2=17.788; p=0.000), TV and computer watch time (χ2=27.321; p=0.007), spend money to buy fast food (χ2=26.451; p=0.002), eating days fast food in a week (χ2=24.825; p=0.003), type of tiffin (χ2=19.757; p=0.072).Conclusions: Less playtime, longer watching TV and computer, and eating more fast food are major risk factors for overweight and obesity among school-going children in Dhaka city. Interventions are needed to increase awareness of child overweight weight and obesity risk factors to decrease the prevalence of overweight and obesity.

P0753HOW FREQUENTLY PATIENTS WITH RISK FACTORS FOR CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE ACHIEVE RECOMMENDATIONS OF FOOD CONSUMPTION FREQUENCY

2020 ◽  
Vol 35 (Supplement_3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth Corona Rodríguez ◽  
Roxana Michel Márquez Herrera ◽  
Laura Cortés Sanabria ◽  
Gabriela Karen Nuñez Murillo ◽  
Erika Fabiola Gomez Garcia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Chronic Kidney Disease ◽  
Kidney Disease ◽  
Food Consumption ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Food Group ◽  
Healthy Food ◽  
Dietary Guidelines ◽  
Cross Sectional

Abstract Background and Aims Risk factors for chronic kidney disease (CKD) such as type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM2), high blood pressure (HBP) and obesity are strongly related to negative lifestyle and nutritional habits. The aim of this study was to estimate the proportion of patients with and without risk factors for CKD who meet recommendations for food consumption. Method Cross-sectional study. A qualitative food frequency questionnaire (FFQ) was applied. Consumption of each food group was classified as adequate or inadequate based on dietary guidelines (DASH and ENSANUT Mexican Guidelines). Sociodemographic, biochemical and clinical variables were measured. DM2, HBP and obesity were defined as risk factors. Results 744 adults were evaluated, age 51±16 y, 68% women, 59% without risk factors, 7% DM2, 17% HBP, 8% DM2+HBP, and 18% obesity. Glomerular filtration rate was 99 (89-100) mL/min/1.73m2. Differences in FFQ between groups were found in relation to consumption of legumes, fast food, sugar, sweets and desserts (p<0.05). Figure A shows the frequency of consumption of healthy and B, unhealthy foods. Conclusion In general, subjects in this sample had negative dietary habits, with <50% consuming healthy food and >50% consuming unhealthy food. Subjects without risk factors for CKD displayed a similar pattern of food consumption than those with risk factors, with only a significantly lower legumes intake than patients with HBP, and higher intake of sweets and desserts, sugar, and fast food compared to patients with DM2+HBP. It is necessary to implement strategies to prevent the long-term development of CKD in groups with poor adherence to healthy food consumption recommendations.

Association Between Family/Neighborhood Cancer Risk Factors and Adolescent Dietary Behaviors: A Parent-Adolescent Dyadic Analysis

2020 ◽  
pp. 155982762094921
Author(s):  
Lei Xu ◽  
Mary Odum ◽  
Charles R. Rogers ◽  
Qiang Wu ◽  
Logan Wilmouth
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cancer Risk ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Vegetable Intake ◽  
Vegetable Consumption ◽  
Dietary Behaviors ◽  
Dyadic Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Fast Foods ◽  
Cancer Risk Factors

Objective. This cross-sectional study examined associations between adolescent dietary behaviors and family/home environments with parent-adolescent dyadic analysis. Methods. Secondary data were analyzed for adolescents and their parents who participated in the 2014 Family Life, Activity, Sun, Health, and Eating (FLASHE) study. Relationships between adolescent and parent intake of convenience/fast-food, fruits/vegetables, and sugar, as well as family/community and mealtime environments, were examined using Pearson’s correlations, 2-sample t tests, analysis of variance, and general linear model analyses. Results. Among this nationwide parent-adolescent dyad sample (N = 1890), a moderate relationship between parent and adolescent consumption of convenience/fast-foods ( r = 0.426) and fruits/vegetables ( r = 0.416) was found. Adolescent convenience/fast-foods intake differed by sex, neighborhood socioeconomic status, meals eaten with family, and meals eaten in front of the TV ( P < .001 for all) as well as race/ethnicity ( P = .004). Adolescent fruit/vegetable intake differed by home location ( P = .029), school location ( P = .032), meals eaten together with family, meals eaten in front of the TV, and body mass index category ( P < .001 for all). Generalized linear models revealed multiple predictors of adolescent dietary behaviors. Conclusion. Findings suggest dynamic relationships between adolescent and parent dietary cancer risk factors and adolescent fruit/vegetable consumption disparities by multiple environmental factors. Interventions targeting adolescent-parent dyads may help reduce cancer risk associated with diet.

scholarly journals Prevalence and Determinants of Undernutrition in A Sample of Dutch Community-Dwelling Older Adults: Results from Two Online Screening Tools

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (9) ◽  
pp. 1562 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jos W. Borkent ◽  
Elke Naumann ◽  
Emmelyne Vasse ◽  
Ellen van der Heijden ◽  
Marian A. E. de van der Schueren
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Healthy Aging ◽  
General Information ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Screening Tools ◽  
Nutritional Risk ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Screen Ii

To stimulate undernutrition screening among Dutch community-dwelling adults, a website was developed with general information on healthy eating for healthy aging and self-tests. Based on cross-sectional data obtained from the self-tests, we studied nutritional risk factors (early determinants) as well as risk of undernutrition (late symptoms). SCREEN II (n = 2470) was used to asses nutritional risk factors. This tool consists of 16 items regarding nutritional intake, perception of body weight, appetite, oral health and meal preparation. An adjusted SNAQ65+ (n = 687) was used to assess risk of undernutrition. This four-item tool contains questions on weight loss, appetite, walking stairs and body mass index. Differences between age-groups (65–74, 75–84, ≥85) were tested by logistic regression. Overall prevalence of nutritional risk factors was 84.1%, and increased risk of undernutrition was 56.8%. Participants aged ≥85 scored worst on almost all items of the SCREEN II and the SNAQ65+. In conclusion: A large proportion of older adults reported early determinants for increased nutrition risk, while a smaller, yet remarkable proportion scored positive on undernutrition risk. Internet screening may be a useful, contemporary, and easy, accessible way to reach older adults who are at nutritional risk and may thus contribute to early identification and prevention of undernutrition.

Education and the Association Between Vascular Risk Factors and Cognitive Function: A Cross-Sectional Study in Older Koreans With Cognitive Impairment

2003 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 27-36 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert Stewart ◽  
Jae-Min Kim ◽  
Il-Seon Shin ◽  
Jin-Sang Yoon
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Cognitive Function ◽  
Systolic Blood Pressure ◽  
Formal Education ◽  
Physical Dependence ◽  
Odds Ratios ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Previous Diagnosis

Background/Objective: The association between hypertension, diabetes, and worse cognitive function has been reported to be stronger in groups with low levels of education. Using data from a cross-sectional community survey of Korean elders, we sought to investigate this within a sample with relative cognitive impairment. Methods: The sample consisted of 341 participants with Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) (Korean version) scores of 24/30 or below. Previous diagnoses were ascertained and participants were examined for resting blood pressure and nonfasting blood glucose and cholesterol. Results: After adjustment for age, occupation, physical dependence, and cholesterol levels, worse cognitive function (MMSE score < 21) within the sample was associated with raised systolic blood pressure, raised glucose levels, and a previous diagnosis of diabetes. These associations were significant only in participants with no formal education. In this group the adjusted odds ratios for worse cognitive function were 1.18 (95% confidence interval [CI] 1.04-1.34) for each 10 mmHg increase in systolic blood pressure and 3.47 (1.14-10.6) for a previous diagnosis of diabetes. Odds ratios for the group with previous education were 0.99 (0.81-1.21) and 1.82 (0.48-6.92), respectively. Conclusion: The association between risk factors for cerebrovascular disease and cognitive impairment appears to be particularly strong in people with lower educational attainment.

scholarly journals Life Style Factors Associated with Premenstrual Syndrome among El-Minia University Students, Egypt

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amany Edward Seedhom ◽  
Eman Sameh Mohammed ◽  
Eman Mohammed Mahfouz
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Premenstrual Syndrome ◽  
Life Style ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Dietary Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Frequent Consumption ◽  
History Of ◽  
And Control

Aim. To determine the score and frequency of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) among female college students and to detect the possible risk factors of PMS. A trial of life style modification regarding prevention and control of PMS symptoms was carried out using counseling. Materials and Methods. A cross-sectional study was conducted on 253 El-Minia University unmarried female students. A self-administered questionnaire inquiring about symptoms of PMS in the previous three months and risk factors possibly related to it was used. PMS score was calculated. Multiple regression analysis was performed to determine which of several biopsychosocial and dietary factors influenced PMS. Life style modification counseling was done to prevent and control PMS. Results. The study revealed that 80.2% of the participants experienced various degrees of PMS symptoms which were significantly associated with a family history of PMS, physical inactivity, habitual excess consumption of coffee, BMI, frequent consumption of fast food, and smoking, but these factors explained only 52% of the variability in the logistic regression model. Conclusion. We recommend the introduction of a reproductive health component into school and college health education programs and encourage female adolescents and young adults to adopt a healthy behavior.

scholarly journals Is the number of fast-food outlets in the neighbourhood related to screen-detected type 2 diabetes mellitus and associated risk factors?

2014 ◽  
Vol 18 (9) ◽  
pp. 1698-1705 ◽  
Author(s):  
Danielle H Bodicoat ◽  
Patrice Carter ◽  
Alexis Comber ◽  
Charlotte Edwardson ◽  
Laura J Gray ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Social Deprivation ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Food Outlets ◽  
Increased Risk

AbstractObjectiveWe investigated whether a higher number of fast-food outlets in an individual’s home neighbourhood is associated with increased prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus and related risk factors, including obesity.DesignCross-sectional study.SettingThree UK-based diabetes screening studies (one general population, two high-risk populations) conducted between 2004 and 2011. The primary outcome was screen-detected type 2 diabetes. Secondary outcomes were risk factors for type 2 diabetes.SubjectsIn total 10 461 participants (mean age 59 years; 53 % male; 21 % non-White ethnicity).ResultsThere was a higher number of neighbourhood (500 m radius from home postcode) fast-food outlets among non-White ethnic groups (P<0·001) and in socially deprived areas (P<0·001). After adjustment (social deprivation, urban/rural, ethnicity, age, sex), more fast-food outlets was associated with significantly increased odds for diabetes (OR=1·02; 95 % CI 1·00, 1·04) and obesity (OR=1·02; 95 % CI 1·00, 1·03). This suggests that for every additional two outlets per neighbourhood, we would expect one additional diabetes case, assuming a causal relationship between the fast-food outlets and diabetes.ConclusionsThese results suggest that increased exposure to fast-food outlets is associated with increased risk of type 2 diabetes and obesity, which has implications for diabetes prevention at a public health level and for those granting planning permission to new fast-food outlets.

scholarly journals Schistosomiasis and Associated Risk Factors Among School-Aged Children in Northern Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 103-111
Author(s):  
Musa M. Dogara ◽  
Saadatu Ahmad ◽  
Babalola J. Balogun ◽  
Salwa S. Dawaki ◽  
Muzammil B. Mustapha ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Northern Nigeria ◽  
Preventive Chemotherapy ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Creative Commons ◽  
School Aged Children ◽  
Intestinal Schistosomiasis ◽  
Associated Risk Factors

Background: The Jigawa State Ministry of Health in Northern Nigeria undertook a pilot intervention without a follow-up to control schistosomiasis through preventive chemotherapy by ensuring that each child swallows praziquantel from 2009 to 2013 in five primary schools in Dutse metropolis. Previously, the overall prevalence for urinary and intestinal schistosomiasis determined using Sedimentation and Kato Katz methods was 22.9%. Methods: A cross sectional study involving 150 randomly selected pupils, aged 6 - 15 years old was conducted using sedimentation and Kato-Katz methods to determine the prevalence of urinary and intestinal schistosomiasis respectively in three schools in July, 2018. Information on demographic and associated risk factors was collected using a structured questionnaire and the data generated was analyzed using SPSS statistics version 18.0. Results: The overall prevalence was 10% with S. haematobium 8%, S. mansoni 2.67% and co-infection 0.67%. Males had higher prevalence, 15.10% than females 1.75%. The 11 - 15 years age group had higher prevalence, 10.10% than 6 - 10 years, 9.68%. Nearly all the infections occurred among class 4-6 pupils with 12.10% and 2.94% in 1-3. Based on parental occupations, children of unskilled laborer had the highest prevalence of 16.67% followed by children of civil servants 12.50%, and children of butchers 0%. Kachi School had the highest prevalence of 14.00% while Sir Muhammadu Sunusi had the lowest 4.00%. Schistosomiasis prevalence was found only to be significantly associated with gender; higher among males than females (15.1% vs 1.75%, P = 0.011). Conclusion and Implications for Translation: Schistosomiasis is still endemic among school-aged children in Dutse metropolis, but with a drop in overall prevalence from 22.9% to 10.00%. Chemotherapy and health education should be sustained on both in and out of school-aged children in order to control the transmission. Key words: • Schistosomiasis • Tropical diseases • Northern Nigeria • Chemotherapy• School-aged Children • Kato - Katz • Sedimentation   Copyright © 2020 Dogara et al. Published by Global Health and Education Projects, Inc. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0) which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work, first published in this journal, is properly cited.

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