scholarly journals Evaluation of the observance of health protocols and requirements of the environmental and occupational health center against COVID-19 in men’s hairdresser salons of Birjand, Iran, in 2020

2021 ◽  
pp. 365-374
Keyword(s):  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Food Hygiene ◽  
Workplace Health ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Global Pandemic ◽  
Spss Software ◽  
And Control ◽  
Environmental And Occupational Health ◽  
Health Experts

Background and Aims: The Coronavirus has become a global pandemic that has affected most countries in the world. Hairdresser salon as a public place can transmit infectious diseases, such as AIDS, hepatitis as well as viral, fungal, and skin diseases that are often due to non-compliance with hygiene principles. This study aimed to investigate the observance of health instructions regarding the prevention and control of Coronavirus disease in men's hairdresser salons in Birjand, Iran, in 2020. Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional descriptive study, 145 hairdresser salons in Birjand were selected through the random sampling method. The data collection tool was a checklist that was prepared according to the guidelines of the Ministry of Health and Medical Education. The obtained data were analyzed in SPSS software (version 18) using Mann-Whitney and Kruskal-Wallis tests at a significance level of ≤ 0.05. Results: The findings showed that the total mean score of the observance of workplace health and hygiene guidelines was 24.28±2.52 and the average observance of health instructions in the field of health and personal protection, building hygiene, tool and equipment hygiene, and food hygiene were 13.73±2.08, 2.31±0.68, 7.22±0.64, and 1.01±0.11, respectively. Observance of health instructions was found to have a significant relationship with age and geographical region (P≤0.05). Conclusion: According to the results, it seems necessary to train hairdressers in terms of observing health instructions. Moreover, men’s hairdresser salons should be continuously monitored by health experts.

scholarly journals Prevalence and Mechanism of Injuries in Male Beach Soccer Players

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Reza Sharifatpour ◽  
Mahdieh Akochakian ◽  
Mohammad Hossein Alizadeh ◽  
Hamid Abbassi
Keyword(s):  
Injury Severity ◽  
Soccer Players ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Performance Factors ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Causative Factors ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Spss Software

Introduction: One of the preventing injuries methods is recognizing common injuries in sports and causative factors of injury. The aims of this study was to investigate the injuries of beach soccer players in terms of prevalence and mechanism. Methods: The present study is a Cross-sectional and descriptive research that was conducted as a field study. Forty players were selected randomly from two teams of the Yazd province in premier country league that took place in 2019. For recording prevalence and mechanism of injuries, the modified injury report form by Fuller et al. (2006) was used. The SPSS software version 25 and  the chi-square test at a significance level P < 0.05 were used for statistical analysis. Results: In total, the most common injuries of beach soccer were in lower extremities (%69.84), and for injury severity, %31.75 were severed injury, and in terms of the type of injuries, the strain was the most of the injuries occurred (%33.33). The amount of injury during the match (%60.26) was higher than the time of training (%39.68). The degree of contact injuries %73.02 was significantly higher than non-contact injuries %26.98 (p <0.05). Conclusion: Most of the injuries in beach soccer are caused by playing bare foot and  lack of shoes and guards on the legs and feet, and then on the knee. Contact of players is one of the main sources of injury in beach soccer, which is likely to be effective in preventing injury by changing training, implementing proper techniques, and improving performance factors by using injuries preventive programs.

scholarly journals Prevention adopted by healthcare workers within their families in the Covid-19 pandemic

2022 ◽  
Vol 56 ◽  
Author(s):  
Beatriz Rosana Gonçalves de Oliveira Toso ◽  
Bruna Regina Bratti Frank Terre ◽  
Ana Cristina de Oliveira e Silva ◽  
Elucir Gir ◽  
Juliano de Souza Caliari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Food Hygiene ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Exact Test ◽  
Survey Monkey ◽  
Nursing Professionals

Abstract Objective: To identify factors associated with the adoption of non-pharmacological preventive measures against covid-19 by healthcare workers within their families. Method: This is an analytical cross-sectional study carried out from October 1st to December 31st, 2020, with 11,513 healthcare workers in Brazil. Data collection through a virtual questionnaire on the platform Survey Monkey. To characterize the participants, descriptive statistical analysis was used with measures of absolute and relative frequency. Using inferential statistics, independent variables and outcome were compared, with hypothesis tests for association (chi-square, Fisher’s exact test), logistic regression, and Woe analysis. A significance level of 95% was used. Results: Most workers used measures such as hand hygiene, environmental sanitation, food hygiene, use of fabric masks, and physical distancing from family members. The association among variables was significant for the region, especially the South region, female sex, and nursing professionals. Conclusion: Healthcare workers adopt preventive measures against covid-19 within family life, especially the women and nursing professionals, with family isolation being the measure of greatest adherence.

Online survey of covid-19 among residents of Plateau State, Nigeria: an assessment of knowledge, perception and prevention practices (Preprint)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Simji Samuel Gomerep ◽  
Chundung Asabe Miner ◽  
Daniel Jatau Meshak ◽  
Solomon Chuwang Chollom ◽  
Kim Jerry Bot ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
The State ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Level Of Education ◽  
Global Pandemic ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Plateau State ◽  
High Level

BACKGROUND The global pandemic of COVID-19 has continued to spread across the world due to its highly infectious nature. Its control as of present is dependent on measures that involve banning of large gatherings, physical distancing, hand hygiene, cough hygiene and restrictions of movement. This requires that the general public is made aware of these strategies and adheres to them strictly. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to generate information on the knowledge base, perception, and prevalent practices in Plateau State of Nigeria. METHODS It was a cross-sectional survey in which responses were obtained through an online platform from adult residents of the State. Knowledge, perceptions and prevention practices of COVID-19 were assessed and analysed using Microsoft Excel and Epi-Info 7.2.3.1 at a significance level of p < 0.05 RESULTS Responses were obtained from 732 participants. Sixteen out of the 17 local government areas of the state were captured. The age group 21-50 year made up 85% of the respondents and all had some level of education. The mean level of knowledge was 24.5 ± 3.9 and was significantly associated with age and level of education. Perceptions and practices were however not commensurate with the high level of knowledge. CONCLUSIONS There is a need to increase awareness efforts to fill knowledge gaps and dispel some misconceptions and there is a need for a reciprocal improvement by the residents to adapt the practices that are needed to ensure that the disease is brought under control.

scholarly journals Ethical Aspects concerning Instrument Separation and Perforations during Endodontic Treatment: A Cross-Sectional Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Raidan Ba-Hattab ◽  
Ishrat Rahman ◽  
Lubna K. Elsayed ◽  
Wejdan F. Alasmari ◽  
Randa Abidia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Root Canal ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Endodontic Treatment ◽  
Root Canal Treatment ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Spss Software ◽  
Dental Professionals ◽  
Instrument Separation

Aim. During endodontic treatment, dentists may face various unwanted procedural accidents, at any stage of the treatment that might compromise endodontic treatment outcome and bring obstacles to dentists as well. This study aimed to address and analyze several ethical concerns relating to the behavioural conduct of dentists towards endodontic instrument separation as well as perforation of the crown and/or root during root canal treatment in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Method. Hundred and eleven questionnaires were distributed among dentists working in Riyadh in university clinics and government and private sectors. Data were collected, reviewed, and statistically analyzed by Fisher’s exact and chi-square tests at a 5% significance level, using SPSS software. Results. 54.5% of the respondents have encountered instrument separation. 53.2% stated that they would inform the patient about the instrument separation. 43.6% of the respondents had experienced perforation during root canal treatment, and 54.9% reported that they would inform the patient of the accident. Conclusion. Within the limitation of this survey, we concluded that most of the dental professionals did not hesitate to adhere to the correct ethical conduct, and they would inform the patient if an incident occurred.

scholarly journals HUBUNGAN IMT DENGAN HIPERTENSI PADA LANSIA DI KELURAHAN GAYUNGAN SURABAYA

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 183-189
Author(s):  
Novera Herdiani
Keyword(s):  
Significant Relationship ◽  
Sample Selection ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
The Body ◽  
Spearman Correlation ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Correlation Test ◽  
Spearman Correlation Test ◽  
And Control

Hypertension is one of the number one causes of death in the world, and is the third leading cause of death after stroke and tuberculosis. BMI is very influential in the incidence of hypertension, where excessive BMI or being overweight can lead to higher risk factors for hypertension than someone with a normal BMI. The purpose of this study was to analyze the Body Mass Index (BMI) with hypertension in the elderly in Gayungan Surabaya. This study was conducted using a cross sectional method, sample selection using purposive sampling. Sample was 47 respondents. Data collection was done by measuring blood pressure, weight and height. The collected data was processed using a computer program, being analyzed by the Spearman correlation test with a significance level of α = 0.05. In this study the highest interpretation of BMI in the elderly was a normal BMI and Obes I BMI which was 14 people (29.8%). The highest criteria for hypertension were hypertension level 1 (57.4%). The sample with the highest grade 1 hypertension was normal BMI (29.79%), while the second degree hypertension was the highest in Obes I BMI (29.79%). The results of the Spearman correlation test showed that there was a significant relationship between BMI and hypertension in the elderly where p = 0.001 (p <0.05). Conclusions of this study there is a significant relationship between the interpretation of BMI and hypertension in the elderly of Gayungan Surabaya.  Suggestions for older people to be more active and maintain their diet and lifestyle to prevent and control hypertension.

scholarly journals Treatment adherence and frailty syndrome in hypertensive older adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 54 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luípa Michele Silva ◽  
Ana Carolina de Souza ◽  
Jack Roberto Silva Fhon ◽  
Rosalina Aparecida Partezani Rodrigues
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Treatment Adherence ◽  
Antihypertensive Treatment ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Frailty Syndrome ◽  
Adherence To Treatment ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Chi Squared ◽  
And Control

Abstract Objective: To analyze the association between adherence to antihypertensive treatment and frailty syndrome in hypertensive older adults. Method: A descriptive, cross-sectional study with a quantitative approach with older adults. The data collection took place between November 2017 and March 2018, evaluating sociodemographic information, adherence to antihypertensive treatment, lifestyle and frailty through the Edmonton Frail Scale. The Kruskal-Wallis test and the Chi-squared test were used for data analysis, considering a 95% confidence interval and a significance level of p<0.05. Results: There were 193 older adults who participated in the study. The average age was 80.94 (sd ± 7.17) years, with a predominance of females (72%) and widows (43.5%). The factors which were associated with adherence to treatment were diastolic blood pressure, education and the time that the older adult had smoked (p<0.05). Frailty was not associated with treatment adherence levels (p=0.095). Conclusion: There was no association between frailty scores and control of arterial hypertension; however, adequate monitoring and nursing care are essential in assessing adherence to treatment in order to reduce the aggravations of the disease and frailty syndrome development.

scholarly journals The Effect of Aromatherapy by Inhalation and Massage on Radiotherapy-induced Fatigue in Patients With Cancer

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 79-86
Author(s):  
Mojgan Moradi ◽  
◽  
Alice Khachian ◽  
Farshad Amini Behbahani ◽  
Kiarash Saatchi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Routine Care ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Control Groups ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Fatigue Score ◽  
Patients With Cancer ◽  
Spss Software ◽  
Post Hoc ◽  
And Control

Background: Fatigue is one of the most prevalent and debilitating complications of cancer and its treatments. Patients undergoing radiotherapy experience some degrees of fatigue. Complementary medicine methods have reduced the complications of treatments in many disorders. Accordingly, the present study was conducted to compare the effect of aromatherapy by inhalation and massage on radiotherapy-induced fatigue in patients with cancer. Methods: In this randomized clinical trial, 105 patients with cancer undergoing radiotherapy in the oncology ward of Firouzgar Hospital in Tehran, Iran were selected conveniently based on the inclusion criteria and were randomly assigned into three groups of inhalation aromatherapy, massage aromatherapy, and control groups. In the first group, viola and almond oil were inhaled, in the second group, the Swedish massage was performed using aromatic oil, and the control group received routine care. Fatigue was measured by the Multidimensional Fatigue Inventory (MFI) before, and at the end of the intervention. The data were analyzed by descriptive and inferential statistics (ANOVA, Paired T-tests, Fischer’s exact, and Chi-square tests) using SPSS software V. 16. The significance level was considered as P≤0.05. Results: The findings showed that the three studied groups had no significant statistical difference in terms of demographic characteristics before the intervention. Fatigue score was significantly different in all three groups after both interventions (P<0/001), which indicated a decrease in fatigue in the two test groups. However, according to Scheffe post hoc test, massage aromatherapy was more effective in reducing fatigue resulting from radiotherapy. Conclusion: The results of this study showed that massage aromatherapy was more effective in reducing radiotherapy-induced fatigue in patients with cancer. It is recommended that future studies recruit another group that receives the only massage.

scholarly journals THE INCIDENCE OF DERMATITIS IN FISHERMEN IN BONTANG CITY, EAST KALIMANTAN, INDONESIA

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 116-121
Author(s):  
Dina Lusiana Setyowati ◽  
Risva Risva ◽  
Andi Anwar ◽  
Nurul Afiah
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Diseases ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Sea Water ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Occupational Accidents ◽  
Personal Hygiene ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
History Of

Background: Occupational skin diseases are the most common occupational diseases in many countries. Dermatitis has become one of the top 10 occupational diseases (PAK) based on the potential incidence, severity, and prevention ability. Fishermen are one of the oldest occupations and have a high risk of occupational accidents or occupational diseases, which one of the risks is dermatitis due to the exposure to sea water containing salt which is high enough to absorb the water from the skin.Objective: This study aims to determine the incidence of dermatitis, working duration, duration of exposure, history of skin diseases, use of personal protective equipment, and personal hygiene in the fishing communities in North Bontang.Methods: This study is an analytic observational study with a cross sectional study design. The population in this study was the fishing community in Loktuan Urban-Village, North Bontang. The samples were taken with the purposive sampling and a sample of 154 fishermen was obtained. The data were collected with a questionnaire that has been tested for the validity. The statistical analysis was conducted by Chi Square test with a significance level of 0.05.Results: The results showed that the history of skin diseases, the duration of exposure are related to the incidence of dermatitis in fishermen.Conclusion: Further research is needed to find out other risk factors that can cause dermatitis in fishermen.

scholarly journals A Comparative Study on Deoxynivalenol Mycotoxin Level in Wheat Flour and Bread Samples

2020 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 366-373
Author(s):  
Issa Gholampour Azizi ◽  
◽  
Javid Arjmandi ◽  
Sanaz Ahmadi ◽  
Samaneh Rouhi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Wheat Flour ◽  
Analytical Study ◽  
Contamination Level ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Cereal Products ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Spss Software ◽  
Cross Sectional Design

Background: Deoxynivalenol (DON) is one of the most common mycotoxins found in cereal products. Objective: The purpose of this study is to compare the DON contamination level in raw wheat flour and bread. Methods: In this analytical study with cross-sectional design, a total of 44 wheat flour and bread samples (Lavash flour and bread, and Barbari flour and bread) were collected. The DON level was measured using ELISA method. Collected data were analyzed in SPSS software by using ANOVA and t-test considering a significance level of P≥0.05. Findings: The Mean±SD total DON level in the flour and bread samples was 0.03±0.04 and 0.12±0.21 µg/kg. The mean DON level in the Lavash and Barbari flour samples was 0.01±0.02 and 0.01±0.01 µg/kg, and in the Lavash and Barbari bread samples as 0.04±0.03 and 0.16±0.27 µg/kg, respectively. There was no statistically significant difference in the DON levels between flour and bread samples (P≥0.05). Conclusion: The presence of DON in the studied samples was observed, but its contamination level was lower than the permissible limit.

scholarly journals Evaluating COVID-19 Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practice Among the Students of Birjand University of Medical Sciences: A Cross-sectional Survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Majid  Zare Bidaki ◽  
Hamed Aramjoo ◽  
Malihe Ram ◽  
Hadis Enayati ◽  
Azadeh  Ebrahimzadeh
Keyword(s):  
Role Models ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Medical Sciences ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Spss Software ◽  
High Level

Background: With the onset of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic in December 2019, healthcare systems faced an unprecedented challenge. Medical and paramedical students are the front-line warriors in this combat. Objectives: This study aimed to assess COVID-19 knowledge, attitudes, and practice among the students of Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Iran, in 2020. Methods: This cross-sectional analytical study was carried out on 329 students who passed the microbiology course from October 2020 to March 2021. The data collection tool was a researcher-made questionnaire consisting of four sections: demographic data, COVID-19-related knowledge, attitudes towards COVID-19, and participants’ practice. Finally, statistical analysis was performed in SPSS software version 19, and a significance level of 0.05 was considered in all tests. Results: A total of 329 medical, dentistry, pharmacy, and laboratory sciences students participated in this study. The mean score of COVID-19 knowledge was 10.26 ± 1.21 (out of 12). Among the participants, 103 (31.3%) individuals expressed being in crowded places in recent days, and 324 (98.5%) of them confirmed wearing masks. More than half of the students had positive attitudes towards COVID-19 control. The average knowledge was higher in females and medical and laboratory sciences students (P = 0.008). Also, the students' knowledge was inversely related to their practice of wearing a mask (P = 0.015). Conclusions: While students had a high level of COVID-19 knowledge, they had some misconceptions that should be included in educational programs. Students of medical sciences should be responsible for preventive behaviors and strive to be good role models for others.

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