scholarly journals Epidemiology of allergic rhinitis in Quebec: from a 2008 population-based survey

2014 ◽  
Vol 34 (2/3) ◽  
pp. 163-168 ◽  
Author(s):  
M Canuel ◽  
G Lebel
Keyword(s):  
Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
Population Health ◽  
Health Survey ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Ocular Symptoms ◽  
Population Based Survey

Introduction Our objective was to estimate the prevalence of symptoms and the proportion of a lifetime physician-based diagnosis of allergic rhinitis (AR) in the province of Quebec among people aged 15 years and older. Methods The 2008 Quebec Population Health Survey provided data on the prevalence of symptoms and proportion of lifetime physician-based diagnoses of AR. The prevalence of symptoms was defined as the proportion of individuals who, in the absence of a cold or the flu, had nasal and ocular symptoms in the 12 months before the survey. Results The reported prevalence of AR symptoms was 17%, although 9% did not have a diagnosed condition. Reported prevalence was lowest in those aged 65 years and older (12%) and was more common among women (19%) than men (15%). The estimated prevalence of lifetime physician-based diagnosis was 17%. Conclusion AR prevalence is high in Quebec with about 1 in 6 people experiencing symptoms. The condition is underdiagnosed and might also be undertreated.

scholarly journals Using population health surveys to provide information on access to and use of quality primary health care

2006 ◽  
Vol 30 (4) ◽  
pp. 485 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth J Comino ◽  
Oshana Hermiz ◽  
Jeff Flack ◽  
Elizabeth Harris ◽  
Gawaine Powell Davies ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Primary Health Care ◽  
Population Health ◽  
Health Survey ◽  
Health Surveys ◽  
Diabetes Management ◽  
Relevant Information ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Primary Health ◽  
Data Collections

Objective: Currently, primary health care (PHC) is under-represented in health statistics due to the lack of a comprehensive PHC data collection. This research explores the utility of population health surveys to address questions relating to access to and use of PHC, using diabetes as an example. Methods: Drawing on published material relating to diabetes management, we developed a conceptual framework of access to and use of quality PHC. Using this framework we examined three recent population-based health surveys ? the 2001 National Health Survey, 2002?03 NSW Health Survey, and AusDiab ? to identify relevant information collection. Results: We identified seven domains comprising aspects of quality PHC for people with diabetes. For each domain we proposed associated indicators. In critiquing the three population health surveys in relation to these indicators, we identified strengths and weaknesses of the data collections. Conclusion: This approach could inform the development of questions and extension of population health surveys to provide a better understanding of access to and use of quality PHC in Australia. The additional information would complement other data collections with a communitybased perspective and contribute to the develop- ment of PHC policy.

scholarly journals Public acceptability of public health policy to improve population health: A population‐based survey

2020 ◽  
Vol 23 (4) ◽  
pp. 802-812
Author(s):  
Catherine A. Sharp ◽  
Mark A. Bellis ◽  
Karen Hughes ◽  
Kat Ford ◽  
Lisa C. G. Di Lemma
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Policy ◽  
Population Health ◽  
Public Health Policy ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Improve Population Health ◽  
Public Acceptability ◽  
Population Based Survey

Assessment of Allergen Sensitization in a General Population-Based Survey (European Community Respiratory Health Survey I)

2010 ◽  
Vol 20 (11) ◽  
pp. 797-803 ◽  
Author(s):  
Philippe-Jean Bousquet ◽  
Christel Castelli ◽  
Jean-Pierre Daures ◽  
Joachim Heinrich ◽  
Richard Hooper ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
General Population ◽  
European Community ◽  
Health Survey ◽  
Respiratory Health ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Allergen Sensitization ◽  
Population Based Survey

scholarly journals Appraisal of the practice of ocular self-medication in Cape Coast Metropolis, Ghana

2014 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Samuel Kyei ◽  
Stephen Ocansey ◽  
Emmanuel Kwasi Abu ◽  
Bismark Nyarko Gyedu
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Medical Knowledge ◽  
Self Care ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Cape Coast ◽  
Self Medication ◽  
Ocular Symptoms ◽  
The People ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
Population Based Survey

The purpose of the present study was to assess the practice of ocular self-medication among people of the Cape Coast Metropolis, Central Region of Ghana. A population-based survey involving 421 respondents ≥18 years old was conducted. A pre-tested interview-based questionnaire was used to collect data on demographics, ocular symptoms for which selfmedication was practiced, medical knowledge and self-care orientation. Households were systematically and randomly selected as study units. Analysis was done using SPSS version 16. Descriptive results were expressed as frequency, percentage, and mean±standard deviation, X2 test was used for associations, and logistic regression was used to test for predictors of the practice of ocular self-medication. Prevalence of ocular self-medication was 23.3% with itchy eye being the main ocular symptom for which self-medication was practiced. Local pharmacies were the main source of drug for ocular self-medication. There was no association between medical knowledge and the practice of ocular self-medication (X2=0.126; P=0.722). Some 25.5% experienced adverse effects. In conclusion, the practice of ocular self-medication was without recourse to adequate concept of the practice of self-care but its negative effect was mitigated by the low self-care orientation of the people.

scholarly journals The Epidemiology of Chronic Pain in Canadian Men and Women between 1994 and 2007: Results from the Longitudinal Component of the National Population Health Survey

2012 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 166-172 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michelle L Reitsma ◽  
Joan E Tranmer ◽  
Diane M Buchanan ◽  
Elizabeth G VanDenKerkhof
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Chronic Pain ◽  
Longitudinal Studies ◽  
Population Health ◽  
Health Survey ◽  
Cumulative Incidence ◽  
Population Based ◽  
National Population Health Survey ◽  
Men And Women ◽  
Sociodemographic Risk

BACKGROUND: The epidemiology of chronic pain is poorly understood due to a paucity of longitudinal studies limiting the ability to develop prevention strategies for a condition resistant to many current therapies.OBJECTIVES: To identify the incidence of and sociodemographic risk factors for chronic pain in Canadian women and men over a 12-year period.METHODS: Using data from the National Population Health Survey, individuals who developed chronic pain, defined as the presence of “usual pain” were identified. The cumulative incidence of chronic pain was calculated separately for men and women followed from 1994 to 2007. Biannual incidence and prevalence estimates of chronic pain were calculated during the same time period. Logistic regression analysis was used to examine predictors of chronic pain in men and women.RESULTS: The cumulative incidence over the 12-year period was 35.6% (women 39.0%; men 32.2%). Women had a higher biannual prevalence, but not incidence, of chronic pain compared with men. In women, being older, having lower education and being widowed, separated or divorced, increased the risk of chronic pain. There were no sociodemographic risk factors for chronic pain in men.CONCLUSION: Women had a higher prevalence – but not incidence – of chronic pain compared with men, indicative of longer duration of illness in women. Risk factors also differed according to sex, supporting current literature reporting potentially different mechanisms for men and women. A better understanding of risk factors is necessary to develop population-based preventive interventions. The former can only be achieved with population-based, longitudinal studies.

scholarly journals The Heterogeneity Hidden in Allergic Rhinitis and Its Impact on Co-Existing Asthma in Adults: A Population-Based Survey

2015 ◽  
Vol 168 (3) ◽  
pp. 205-212 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leonardo Antonicelli ◽  
Pierpaolo Marchetti ◽  
Simone Accordini ◽  
Roberto Bono ◽  
Aurelia Carosso ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Population Based Survey
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