The prevalence, seriousness, and causes of teenage work accidents: A gender difference?

Work ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Margrét Einarsdóttir ◽  
Guðbjörg Linda Rafnsdóttir
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Injury Risk ◽  
Bone Fractures ◽  
Gender Diversity ◽  
Adult Women ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Work Accidents ◽  
Absence From Work ◽  
Serious Injuries

BACKGROUND: Teenage workers are prone to a higher injury risk than adult workers, and adult men are prone to a higher risk of work injuries than adult women. OBJECTIVES: This study aims to examine whether gender differences exist in teenage work accidents, the level of the accidents, their causes, and the types of the injuries. METHODS: A survey was sent to a sample of 2,800 13–19-year-olds, randomly selected from Registers Iceland. The response rate was 48.6%. A chi-square test, CI 95%, was applied to measure gender differences. RESULTS: In total, 16.3%of the respondents had at least one work accident, and 1.2%, an accident that lead to more than one week’s absence from work. No gender differences were observed in the level of the accidents, but appeared in the types of injuries and their causes. Cuts were the most common injuries of the boys, but burns of the girls. Bone fractures were the most serious injuries of the boys, but sprains of the girls. CONCLUSION: Work accidents among teenagers are a particular threat to public health. Therefore, all stakeholders need to work together to prevent teenage work accidents in the future; and to keep in mind the gender diversity of the group.

scholarly journals 350. Neurocysticercosis – Gender Differences in Clinical Presentations

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S244-S244
Author(s):  
Bharath Pendyala ◽  
Prasanth Lingamaneni ◽  
Patricia DeMarais ◽  
Lakshmi Warrior ◽  
Gregory Huhn
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Categorical Variables ◽  
Public Health Issue ◽  
Diagnostic Code ◽  
Continuous Variables ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Generalized Seizures ◽  
Icd 10 ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Reported Data

Abstract Background Neurocysticercosis is a Neglected Tropical Disease and an important public health issue. Our goal was to collect and analyze data regarding clinically significant gender differences among our Neurocysticercosis patients. Methods A retrospective chart search with ICD 9/ ICD 10 diagnostic code for Neurocysticercosis and neuroimaging suggestive of Neurocysticercosis was performed for clinical encounters in the hospital or affiliated clinics between years 2013–2018. After a careful chart review, patients who were clinically diagnosed with Neurocysticercosis were included in the study. T-test was used to compare means of continuous variables and chi-square test to compare proportions of categorical variables. Results Among 90 total patients included, male (49.4%) and female (50.6%) distribution were nearly identical. The mean age in females was found to be higher than males (52.5 vs 42.0, P < 0.0001). Almost an equal number of males and females presented with either seizures (63.6% vs 57.8%, P= 0.85), headaches (25.0% vs 28.9%, p= 0.85), or other symptoms (11.4% vs 13.3%, p= 0.85). Males had more generalized seizures compared to females (60% vs 38%, P= 0.37), although this result was not statistically significant. Females were more likely to present with > 1 lesion (82.2% vs 56.8%, P= 0.01). Males were more likely to have cystic lesions (64.7% vs 27.9%, P < 0.001) compared to females who had more calcified lesions on presentation (65.1% vs 20.6%, P < 0.001). Male patients were more likely to have contrast enhancement or edema surrounding the lesions (61.4% vs 33.3%, P= 0.01) and were more likely to require treatment with Albendazole/Praziquantel (75.8% vs 31.7%, P < 0.001). Conclusion Although previously reported data is limited, there is a suggestion that there are gender differences in host immune response and that inflammation surrounding parenchymal lesions is more intense in females. This study suggests that men either present early in the disease phase or have different immune responses than women and require anti-parasitic therapy more frequently. More research in this aspect is needed. Disclosures All Authors: No reported disclosures

Use of Dietary Supplements by Elite Figure Skaters

2003 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 266-276 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paula J. Ziegler ◽  
Judy A. Nelson ◽  
Satya S. Jonnalagadda
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Dietary Supplements ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Saturated Fat ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Mineral Supplements ◽  
Figure Skaters ◽  
Supplement Use ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Total Fat

The present study examined the prevalence of dietary supplement use among elite figure skaters, gender differences in supplement use, and differences in nutrient intake of supplement users versus non-users. Male (n = 46) and female (n = 59) figure skaters completed a supplement survey and 3-day food records. Descriptive analysis, chi-square test, and independent t tests were used to analyze the data. Sixty-five percent of male (n = 30) and 76% of female (n = 45) figure skaters reported use of supplements. Forty-seven percent of males and 55% of females reported daily use of supplements. Multivitamin-mineral supplements were the most popular dietary supplements consumed by figure skaters. Significant gender differences were observed in the use of multivitamin-mineral supplements (61% males vs. 83% females, p < .05). Echinacea and ginseng were popular herbal supplements used by these skaters. The 3 main reasons given by male figure skaters for taking supplements were: to provide more energy (41%), to prevent illness or disease (34%), and to enhance performance (21%). Among female figure skaters, the 3 main reasons given were: to prevent illness or disease (61%), to provide more energy (39%), and to make up for an inadequate diet (28%). Significant differences (p < .05) were observed in protein, total fat, saturated fat, polyunsaturated fat intakes, and % energy from carbohydrate and total fat of male supplement users versus non-users, with supplement users having higher intakes except for percent energy from carbohydrate. Sodium was the only nutrient significantly different (p < .05) among female supplement users versus non-users, with supplement users having lower intakes. Given the popularity of dietary supplements, it is important to understand the factors influencing athletes’ use of supplements, their knowledge and attitudes regarding supplements, dosage of supplements used, and the effectiveness of these dietary supplements in meeting the goals of the athletes.

scholarly journals The Effect of Work Situation and Unsafety Action on Work Accident in PT. Raja Marga Nagan Raya District

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 34
Author(s):  
Susy Sriwahyuni ◽  
Eka Santika ◽  
Khairunnas Khairunnas ◽  
Ishalyadi Ishalyadi ◽  
Muhammad Iqbal Fahlevi
Keyword(s):  
Work Environment ◽  
Work Situation ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Workplace Environment ◽  
Maximum Extent ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Work Accident ◽  
Work Accidents

A work accident is an unplanned event that has the potential to cause injury, damage or other loss to someone. Based on preliminary studies conducted by researchers to 10 employees that the work environment is less than the maximum one of which is caused by a workplace environment that is too hot, muddy, slippery and easily causes employees to slip. The aims of research to determine the factor of affecting work accident. The research used analytic survey with cross sectional approach. The population were all employees (72 respondents) and used total sampling and used chi-square test. The results showed there were effect among work situation (Pvalue = 0.011) and unsafety action (Pvalue = 0,000) with work accident. The researcher suggest to PT. Raja Marga to provide warning letters to employees in an effort to avoid work accidents to the maximum extent.

scholarly journals Prevalence and Correlates of Serious Injuries among Adolescents in Mauritius

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Dickson Okoree Mireku ◽  
Jacob Owusu Sarfo ◽  
Edward Wilson Ansah ◽  
Daniel Apaak ◽  
Comfort Armah
Keyword(s):  
Suicide Ideation ◽  
Suicidal Thought ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Physical Attack ◽  
School Based ◽  
Parental Neglect ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Being Bullied ◽  
Health Promotion Interventions ◽  
Serious Injuries

Introduction. Injuries are a major global health problem that affects teenagers in many countries. Though several studies have been done in many countries, little is known among adolescents in Mauritius. Therefore, our paper explored the prevalence and correlates of serious injuries among adolescents in Mauritius. Methods. We analysed the 2017 Global School-Based Student Health Survey (GSHS) data from Mauritius, using the Chi-square test and binomial logistic regression analysis with adjusted odds ratio (AOR) at 95% confidence interval (CI). Results. The prevalence of serious injuries among adolescents in Mauritius stood at 39.0%. Also, the predictors of serious injuries included sex (AOR = 0.70, CI = 0.58–0.81), physical attack (AOR = 0.47, CI = 0.39–0.57), being bullied (AOR = 0.48, CI = 0.48–0.70), suicide ideation (AOR = 0.65, CI = 0.49–0.85), hunger (AOR = 0.65, CI = 0.48–0.86), truancy from school (AOR = 0.77, CI = 0.63–0.93), marijuana use (AOR = 0.54, CI = 0.39–0.76), alcohol consumption (AOR = 0.64, CI = 0.70–0.98), and parental neglect (AOR = 0.83, CI = 0.70–0.98). Conclusion. The rate of injury among adolescents in Mauritius is moderately high, with sex, suicidal thought, hunger, truancy, drug use, and parental neglect as correlates. There is an urgent need for health promotion interventions at family, community, and school levels to deal with this level of serious injuries and the factors influencing such occurrences among these adolescents in Mauritius.

scholarly journals Factors Associated with Serious Injuries among Adolescents in Ghana: Findings from 2012 Global School Health Survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Martin Ackah ◽  
Mohammed Gazali Salifu ◽  
Hosea Boakye
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Multiple Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Multiple Logistic Regression ◽  
School Students ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Amphetamine Use ◽  
School Truancy ◽  
Serious Injuries ◽  
Smoking Marijuana

Introduction. Injuries are of public health concern and the leading cause of residual disability and death among teenagers, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). In Ghana, the burden of injury among adolescents is under-reported. Hence, the study sought to determine the prevalence of serious injuries (SI) and the potential factors influencing these injuries among school children in Ghana. Methods. This study was conducted in Ghana among Junior High School (JHS) and senior high school students (SHS) using the 2012 Global School-Based Student Health Survey (GSHS) data. The GSHS employed two-stage cluster sampling method. Serious injuries (SI) and independent factors were measured via self-administered questionnaires. Pearson chi-square test between each explanatory variable and serious injuries was conducted and the level of statistical significance was set at 5%. The significant variables from the chi-square test were selected for multiple logistic regression analysis. Multiple logistic regression was performed to estimate the adjusted odds ratio (AOR) at 95% confidence interval (CI). Results. The prevalence of SI in the past 12 months was 66% [CI=61.8–70.2] . The most common cause of SI was fall, 36%. The common types of injuries were cut/stab wounds and broken/dislocated bone. In the multiple logistic regression analysis, after controlling for other variables, educational level (AOR = 0.64, CI = 0.44–0.90, p  < 0.015), suicidal ideation (AOR = 1.58, CI = 1.00–2.48, p  < 0.002), suicidal attempt (AOR = 1.88, CI = 1.29–2.72, p  < 0.001), having at least one close friend (AOR = 1.49, CI = 1.17–1.89, p  < 0.002), school truancy (AOR = 1.66, CI = 1.31–2.09, p  < 0.000), smoking marijuana (AOR = 2.64, CI = 1.22–5.69), and amphetamine use (AOR = 2.95, CI = 1.46–5.69) were independently associated with SI. Conclusion. The findings of the study established a high prevalence of SI among adolescents in Ghana, with cut/stab wound and broken/dislocated bone being the most reported type of injuries. This study also revealed that factors such as educational level, suicidal ideation, suicidal attempt, at least one close friend, school truancy, smoking marijuana, and amphetamine use are associated with SI among the adolescents. Therefore, pragmatic interventional programs should be targeted at these factors to curb the rate of SI among junior and senior school students.

scholarly journals Analisis Risiko dan Determinan Kejadian Kecelakaan Kerja di Pabrik Minyak Kelapa Sawit

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 162
Author(s):  
Willia Novita Eka Rini ◽  
Budi Aswin ◽  
Fajrina Hidayati
Keyword(s):  
Personal Protective Equipment ◽  
Protective Equipment ◽  
Work Processes ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Equipment Safety ◽  
Workplace Accidents ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Analytical Research ◽  
Work Accidents ◽  
The Relationship

Safety at work is a series of safety related to machines, work tools, materials and work processes, workplace and environment as well as working methods. Jambi Province is an area that has extensive plantation land, especially for oil palm plantations, based on data from the Central Bureau of Statistics at Provinceof Jambi in 2018. PT. X was experienced the highest incidence of work accidents in the 2017-2019 range in Jambi Province. This study aims to analyze the risks and determinants of workplace accidents at the palm oil mill at PT. X as an effort to prevent work accidents. This research is analytical research. The population of this study were all workers in the production division of PT. X as many as 96 people consisting of two work shifts and were also used as samples in this study. The data will be analyzed to see the relationship between variables using the Chi-Square test with (α = 0.05). There is a relationship between the availability of personal protective equipment (PPE), environmental factors and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) with the incidence of work accidents in the production division workers of PT. X while working period, attitude, training and equipment safety are not related in this study.

Students' perspectives on sexual harassment of genders in public places in the Southeast region

2021 ◽  
pp. 3-12
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Sexual Harassment ◽  
Test Procedure ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Public Places ◽  
Gender Interaction ◽  
Southeast Region ◽  
Depth Interview ◽  
Perceptions Of Students ◽  
Chi Square Test

Sexual harassment in public places is a matter of concern in Vietnam. The purpose of this article is to understand and explain gender differences in perceptions of sexual harassment in public places, which is based on Brooks Gardner's gender interaction perspective. The study used both quantitative analysis based on the Chi-square test procedure and analysis of in-depth interview data coded by NVivo software. Research results showed that there were gender differences in the perceptions of students in the Southeast region in terms of the forms, causes, and consequences of sexual harassment in public places. To improve understanding and reduce gender differences, it is necessary to organize communication activities to raise awareness and skills to prevent this evil in universities.

scholarly journals Factors Relating To Safety Riding Behaviors In Students Of Senior High School 5 Palu

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 134-145
Author(s):  
Lusia Salmawati ◽  
Shinta Widya Puspita
Keyword(s):  
Traffic Accidents ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Accident Data ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Minor Injuries ◽  
Serious Injuries

Traffic accidents are still a global problem today. Traffic accidents are the main cause of death for all age groups dominated by adolescents. The number of traffic accident cases in Indonesia reached 108,871 incidents with details of which 25,511 people died. Accident data in Central Sulawesi during 2016 reached 1,889 incidents, with 420 dead, 1,076 serious injuries and 2,042 minor injuries. The city of Palu is in order no. 1 with traffic accidents 308 cases with losses of up to 616 million rupiah. The purpose of this study was to determine the factors associated with safety riding behavior. This type of research is quantitative with a Cross Sectional Study approach, sampling using the Proportional Stratified Random Sampling method. The number of samples in this study were 84 respondents. The data were collected using a questionnaire with a Guttman scale. The data obtained were analyzed statistically using the Chi-Square test. The results showed that there was no relationship between knowledge (p = 0.95), while there was a relationship between attitude (p = 0.008), SIM ownership (p = 0.003), and safety riding behavior. To prevent traffic accidents, it is necessary to provide an understanding of Safety Riding, guide traffic discipline, invite them to complete driving licenses, familiarize children with using PPE, and provide motivation to always prioritize safety in driving.

scholarly journals Faktor-Faktor yang Berhubungan dengan Perilaku Tidak Aman pada Karyawan Departemen Produksi di PT X Jakarta

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 69-77
Author(s):  
Laras Dewi Untari ◽  
Devi Angeliana Kusumaningtiar ◽  
Putri Handayan ◽  
Fierdania Yusvita
Keyword(s):  
Research Design ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Training Schedule ◽  
Production Department ◽  
Training And Supervision ◽  
Unsafe Behavior ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Work Accidents

Abstrak Latar Belakang : Kasus perilaku tidak aman pada divisi produksi PT X Jakarta menyebabkan kecelakaan kerja dengan total 19 kasus dari data tahun 2015-2020. Tujuan dilakukannya penelitian ini adalah untuk mengethui bebrapa faktor penyebab terkait dengan perilaku tidak aman pada karyawan departemen produksi di PT X Jakarta tahun 2021. Metode : Desain penelitian yang digunakan adalah sectional cross. Populasi penelitian ini adalah karyawan pada divisi produksi PT X Jakarta. Sampel pada penelitian ini berjumlah 45 responden. Instrumen yang digunakan adalah kuesioner terdiri dari 6 variabel diantaranya adalah perilaku tidak aman, umur, pendidikan, pengetahuan, pelatihan K3 dan pengawasan. pengujian chi square dilakukan untuk melakukan analisis data secara univariat dan bivariat. Hasil : Hasil dari penelitian diketahui bahwa ada hubungan yang kuat antara pendidikan (Pv=0.02), pelatihan (Pv=0.04) dan pengawasan (Pv=0.03) dengan kasus perilaku tidak aman, sedangkan tidak terdapat hubungan antara umur (Pv=0.71) dan pengetahuan (Pv=0.92) dengan kejadian perilaku tidak aman. Kesimpulan : Perusahaan harus dapat mengoptimalkan segala bentuk program K3 yang ada dengan mengatur jadwal pelatihan K3 yanglebih baik lagi dan melakukan peningkatan pengawasan kepada seluruh karyawan terkait kecelakaan kerja yang disebabkan oleh perilaku tidak aman serta memberikan pembinaan yang lebih mendalam lagi terkait pengetahuan perilaku tidak aman. The Factors Associated With Unsafe Behavior in The Production Department Employees at PT X Jakarta Abstract Background : Any case of unsafe behavior in production department PT X Jakarta caused work accidents with a total of 19 cases from 2015 - 2020 data. The purposes of this experiment are to determine factors associated with unsafe behavior in production division employees at PT X Jakarta in 2021. Method : Research design used was sectional cross. Population of this study were employees in the production division of PT X Jakarta. 45 respondents are amounted for Sample in this experiment. Instrument used was a questionnaire consisting of 6 variables, namely unsafe behavior, age, education, knowledge, K3 training and supervision. Chi square test are use to analyzing data with univariat and bivariat method. Result : The results showed that there was a significant correlation between education (Pv = 0.02), training (Pv = 0.04) and supervision (Pv = 0.03) with case of unsafe behavior, while there was no relationship between age (Pv = 0.71) and knowledge (Pv = 0.92) with the case of unsafe behavior. Conclusion : Companies must be able to optimize all forms of existing K3 programs by arranging a better K3 training schedule and increasing supervision of all employees regarding unsafe behavior that can lead to work accidents and providing deeper guidance regarding knowledge of unsafe behavior.

scholarly journals THE RELATION OF STRESS LEVEL WITH FLUOR ALBUS EVENTS FOR TEENAGE GIRLS ATT SMP TAMAN SISWA MOJOKERTO

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (02) ◽  
pp. 155-158
Author(s):  
Veryudha Eka Prameswari ◽  
Indra Yulianti ◽  
Nailatul Magfiroh
Keyword(s):  
Incidence Rate ◽  
Adolescent Girls ◽  
Stress Level ◽  
Adult Women ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Teenage Girls ◽  
A Value ◽  
Data Editing ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Different Color

Flour albus is a condition that is often experienced by women. There are many causes that make flour albus it appears one of them is the factor of fatigue and stress Flour albus is not worried the woman if her condition is normal and does not cause odor and different color. Flour albusakibat stress often occurs in adolescents and adult women. Flour albus due to stress will cause problems on the genitalia it is often characterized by conditions itchy, the color of different liquids on genitalia and discomfort in the area of her vital research purposes research purposes know the correlation between stress and the incidence of flour albus in adolescent girls in SMP Taman Siswa Mojokerto PIn this study the types of analytic correlation of population are all teenage girls in Taman Siswa junior Mojokerto 415 students were 83 students in the engineering side Strativiet use random sampling. the independent variable is the level of stress and the incidence of flour albus dependenya is a questionnaire measuring instrument. Data collection, processing and analysis of data Editing, Coding, Scoring, Tabulation and chi square The results of analysis by chi square test with SPSS 16, the error level of 5% and a value of 0.000 ρ, where ρ = 0.000 <0.05 then H0 H1S accepted or rejected it means there is a relationship with the incidence rate of flour albus stress on young girls in junior Parks students MojokertoBased on the research results there is a correlation with the incidence rate of stress flour albus in adolescent girls in Taman Siswa junior Mojokert Based on the results of research in the know that all respondents had experienced flour albus but steress which has particularly suffered is not the same stress level

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