scholarly journals The Use of Public Health Indicators to Assess Individual Happiness in Post-Disaster Recovery

Author(s):  
Yingying Sun ◽  
Tingting Yan

Purpose: Very few studies have examined the influential factors of survivors’ feelings of happiness in the context of nuclear accidents. This paper aims to fill this gap with reference to the recovery process in Fukushima City following the 2011 Tohoku Earthquake Tsunami in Japan. Methods: Open access data were sourced from the 2015 Social Survey on Living and Disaster Recovery (SSLDR) (N = 1439) of Fukushima citizens. Pearson’s Chi-square Test and the t-test were employed to examine gender differences with regard to happiness and exploratory variables. Following this, a multiple linear regression analysis was conducted to investigate the determinants of happiness. Results: The results showed that, compared to females, male respondents were unhappier and reported more property loss and less neighborhood connectedness. Individuals’ mental and physical health and neighborhood connectedness were found to be significantly correlated with their happiness. However, the disaster-related variables of people’s evaluation of recovery achievement, concerns around the health impacts of radiation, property loss in the disaster, and experiences of casualty, had no effects on happiness. Conclusion: These findings indicate that policies and countermeasures dealing with disaster recovery over the long term should continuously focus on health issues and social relationships.

2011 ◽  
Vol 2011 ◽  
pp. 1-5 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jonathan Heldt ◽  
Robert Torrey ◽  
Daniel Han ◽  
Pedro Baron ◽  
Christopher Tenggardjaja ◽  
...  

Background.While tobacco use by a renal transplant recipient has been shown to negatively affect graft and patient survival, the effect of smoking on the part of the kidney donor remains unknown.Methods.29 smoking donors (SD) and their recipients (SD-R) as well as 71 non-smoking donors (ND) and their recipients (ND-R) were retrospectively reviewed. Preoperative demographics and perioperative variables including serum creatinine (Cr) and glomerular filtration rate (GFR) were calculated and stratified by amount of tobacco exposure in pack-years. Clinical outcomes were analyzed with a Student'st-test, chi-square, and multiple linear regression analysis ().Results.At most recent followup, SD-R's had a significantly smaller percent decrease in postoperative Cr than ND-R's (−57% versus −81%; ) and lower calculated GFR's (37.0 versus 53.0 mL/min per 1.73 m2; . SD's had a larger percent increase in Cr than ND's at most recent followup (57% versus 40%; ), with active smokers having a larger increase than those who quit, although this difference was not statistically significant (68% versus 52%; ).Conclusions.Use of tobacco by kidney donors is associated with decreased posttransplant renal function, although smoking cessation can improve outcomes. Kidneys from donors who smoke should be used with caution.


2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 128
Author(s):  
Edison Ayakeding ◽  
Keppi Sukesi ◽  
Yayuk Yuliati

<p><em>Papua is one of the provinces in Indonesia which has the characteristics of a different man in the business of fulfilling the needs of the family. The program of the Ministry of agriculture through community empowerment efforts to optimize the benefits of the grounds as a source of food family. Jayapura Regency is one of the areas that are also experiencing food security problems. Adequacy of food and nutrition is one of the most influential factors in producing quality human resources. The purpose of this research is to analyze the perceptions and the factors that influence the perception of farmers against the program Area Homes Preserved Food.  Research conducted in the Western County of Sentani Dosai district of Jayapura of Papua by engaging 25 respondents who implement programs KRPL in 2013. The technique of collecting data through observation method, Now as well as granting interviews specifically. Type a descriptive quantitative data. The measurement of perception of farmers using likert scale gauge. The results of the measurements indicate that the level of perception of farmers against very low KRPL program. Testing free variables using multiple linear regression analysis. The results of the analysis showed that the fulfillment of the needs and knowledge of the real effect, While the individual characteristics, experience factor farmer KRPL and support agencies have no effect on real. The value of R-sq (adj) indicates the magnitude of the influence of variables against the perception that is free of 46.83%, While the 53.17% influenced by other factors outside of this research.</em></p><p><strong>Abstrak: </strong>Papua merupakan salah satu provinsi di Indonesia yang memiliki karakteristik manusia yang berbeda-beda dalam usaha pemenuhan kebutuhan keluarga. Program Kementerian Pertanian melalui upaya pemberdayaan masyarakat untuk mengoptimalkan manfaat pekarangan sebagai sumber pangan keluarga. Kabupaten Jayapura merupakan salah satu daerah yang juga mengalami masalah ketahanan pangan. Kecukupan pangan dan gizi merupakan salah satu faktor yang berpengaruh dalam menghasilkan sumber daya manusia yang berkualitas. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menganalisis persepsi dan faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi persepsi petani terhadap program Kawasan Rumah Pangan Lestari. Penelitian dilakukan di Kampung Dosai Distrik Sentani Barat Kabupaten Jayapura Papua dengan melibatkan 25 responden yang melaksanakan program KRPL pada tahun 2013. Teknik Pengumpulan data melalui metode observasi, pemberian angket serta wawancara  secara spesifik. Jenis data deskriptif kuantitatif. Pengukuran persepsi petani menggunakan alat ukur skala likert. Hasil pengukuran menunjukkan bahwa tingkat persepsi petani terhadap program KRPL sangat rendah. Pengujian variabel bebas menggunakan alat analisis regresi linier berganda. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa faktor pemenuhan kebutuhan dan pengetahuan berpengaruh nyata sedangkan faktor karakteristik individu, pengalaman usaha tani KRPL dan dukungan instansi tidak berpengaruh nyata. Nilai R-sq(adj) menunjukan besarnya pengaruh variabel bebas terhadap persepsi yaitu sebesar 46,83%, sedangakan 53,17% dipengaruhi faktor-faktor lain diluar dari pada penelitian ini.</p><p><em><br /></em></p>


2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 975
Author(s):  
Sulvina Sulvina ◽  
Zainal Abidin ◽  
Supono Supono

This study was conducted to find out factors affecting and level of mussel production, level of efficiency of using the tools and materials in cultivation process and whether the cultivation of mussels in Pasaran. This study was analyzed using Cobb-Douglass. The study were analyzed in quantitative descriptive, multiple linear regression analysis, and analysis of efficiency. The dependent variable (Y) is the result of production of green mussels cultivation and free variables are the number of bamboos (X 1), the amount of strap (X2), grouper (X3) and labor (X4). Mussel fisherman in Pasaran NPM with Px calculated to obtain the level of efficiency of each factors of production in messels cultivation. Studies show that the most influential factors production are variable bamboo, rope and labor. While the results of analysis the level of efficiency of using tools and materials is not efficient. The number of bamboo and labor should be reduced, because it tends to be a waste and not profitable either technically or economically. The value of the return to scale of 1.22 showed cultivation mussels are on increasing return to scale.


2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 8-21
Author(s):  
Rania Fatrizza Pritami ◽  
Marheni Fadillah Harun ◽  
Fitri Kurniawati ◽  
Irman Idrus

Hospitals must continue to develop in order to improve the quality of hospital services. The purpose of the study was to determine the relationship between the work environment and job satisfaction of nurses at Bahteramas Hospital, Kendari City. Quantitative research method with cross sectional study approach with relative random sampling technique. Data analysis using Chi-Square test and multiple linear regression analysis. The results showed that there was a relationship between transformational leadership and nurse job satisfaction (p=0.001), structural empowerment and nurse job satisfaction (p=0.001); ideal professional practice with nurse job satisfaction (p = 0.001); innovation with nurse job satisfaction (p=0.013); and empirical quality with nurse job satisfaction (p = 0.017). The conclusion is that the determinant analysis states that there is a relationship between the work environment and job satisfaction of nurses.


2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 26
Author(s):  
Ni Luh Putu Suciptawati

Abstract:  The statistical method plays a role in scientific research. Use of appropriate statistical methods in analyzing  data influences research conclusions. Misuse  statistical methods will lead to incorrect conclusions. This study aims to identify the misuse of statistical methods in articles published in the OJS UNUD Journals. We reviewed 97 articles from OJS UNUD Journals published in 2017. This study  found several  misuse statistical methods these included: misuse multiple linear regression analysis, generalize conclusions based on descriptive statistics, inappropriate use of  ANOVA, misinterpretation of negative correlation values, use of Chi square test for small samples, use of t-test two samples for observations with ordinal scale Keywords: statistical methods, misuse statistical, OJS UNUD Journal


Author(s):  
Shahin Koohmanaee ◽  
Bahram Dabandi ◽  
Adel Baghersalimi ◽  
Roghayeh Zare ◽  
Mohammad Aghaeizadeh Zoroufi ◽  
...  

Background: Osteoporosis is one of the main causes of morbidity in patients with thalassemia major. Osteoprotegerin (OPG) is secreted by osteoblasts and osteogenic stromal stem cells and protects the skeleton from excessive bone reabsorption. In this study, the authors aimed to assess the relationship between OPG with osteoporosis and osteopenia in patients with thalassemia major. Materials and Methods: In this analytic cross-sectional study, 37 patients aged 8-18 years, with thalassemia major were enrolled. Biochemical markers including hemoglobin, ferritin, calcium, phosphorus levels, and MRI T2* heart and liver were assessed. A bone mineral densitometry (BMD) was performed as well. Statistical analysis was performed by the independent T-test and Chi-Square test using the SPSS 20. The Multiple linear regression analysis was used to investigate the association between the BMD Z-score and OPG by the effect modification. Results: The mean age of patients was 14.86±3.72 years. Normal bone density, osteopenia, and osteoporosis were noted in 2 (5.4%), 21 (56.8%), and 14 (37.08%) patients, respectively. The number of girls (P=0.042), mean age (P=0.045), and MRI T2* heart (P=0.033) in patients with osteopenia was significantly higher than patients with osteoporosis. The BMD Z-score was not significantly associated with OPG regarding the total number of participants, whereas in patients with osteoporosis, this association was significant (P=0.001). In all effect modified models, BMD remained statistically non-significant except for body mass index modification (P=0.046). Conclusion: Based on the results, it seems that further complicated studies are needed to be performed on this issue.


2014 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 38-49 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ruben Leon-Salazar ◽  
Guilherme Janson ◽  
José Fernando Castanha Henriques ◽  
Vladimir Leon-Salazar

INTRODUCTION: The aim of this retrospective study was to compare the occlusal outcomes, duration and efficiency of Class I malocclusion treatment carried out with and without premolar extractions in patients with different degrees of initial malocclusion severity. METHODS: Complete records of 111 patients were obtained and divided into two groups: Group 1 consisted of 65 patients at an initial mean age of 13.82 years old treated with four premolar extractions; whereas Group 2 consisted of 46 patients at an initial mean age of 14.01 years old treated without extractions. Two subgroups were obtained from each group (1A, 1B, 2A and 2B) with different degrees of malocclusion severity according to the initial values of PAR index. Compatibility was assessed using chi-square and t-tests. The subgroups were compared by means of Analysis of Variance (ANOVA).The variables that might be related to treatment duration and efficiency were assessed using the multiple linear regression analysis. RESULTS: Initial malocclusion severity was positively related to the amount of occlusal correction and consequently to a higher efficiency index. Moreover, extraction protocol showed a positive relationship with treatment duration and a negative relationship with treatment efficiency. CONCLUSION: Extraction and non-extraction protocols for correction of Class I malocclusion provide similar satisfactory results; however, the extraction protocol increases the overall treatment duration. Orthodontic treatment is more efficient in cases with high initial malocclusion severity treated with a non-extraction protocol.


2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Melki Kurniason ◽  
Fahrizal Fahrizal ◽  
Emi Roslinda

Rubber is a forestry plant producing sap. Rubber latex is needed for various industrial purposes. Rubber is a side business as well as additional income for the community besides farming in Banua Tengah Village. The method used is a survey method with interview techniques. Sampling was done intentionally (purposive sampling). The number of samples taken was 61 respondents who were ; rubber farmers, married, worked tapping rubber and owning rubber plantations. Data analysis consists of calculating total income and multiple linear regression analysis. The analysis results obtained total income / Tr received by farmers around Rp. 390,000 - Rp. 2,840,500 / month, when compared to the UMR established by the Government in 2018, UMR Kapuas Hulu Regency is Rp. 2,204,650.00 / month, there are 2 (two) farmers who have an income above the minimum wage while 59 other farmers are still under the UMR There are four factors that influence the income of rubber farmers in Desa Banua Tengah namely land area, work experience, rubber age and workdays, of the four most influential factors are land area and workday variables, while the work experience and rubber age variables are not very influential. Factors of land area, work experience, rubber age and working days together greatly affect farmers' incomes with the equation of total income of rubber farmers as follows: ln Y =  9,817 +  0,397 ln X1 + 0,098 ln X2 + 0,061 ln X3 + 1,194 ln X4 Correlation value R = 0.928 and the value of determination R2 = 0.861 From these equations obtained a constant value of 9,817 which shows that income from rubber farmers (Ŷ) in Desa Banua Tengah is Rp. 9,817 if X₁, X₂, X3 and X4 are considered zero. Ŷ is positively correlated with X₁, X₂, X3 and X4.Keywords: Influential factors, Latex, Rubber farmers, Total income


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