scholarly journals Health Literacy and Its Related Determinants in Migrant Health Workers and Migrant Health Volunteers: A Case Study of Thailand, 2019

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (6) ◽  
pp. 2105
Author(s):  
Hathairat Kosiyaporn ◽  
Sataporn Julchoo ◽  
Pigunkaew Sinam ◽  
Mathudara Phaiyarom ◽  
Watinee Kunpeuk ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Migrant Health ◽  
Education Level ◽  
Health Staff ◽  
Survey Results ◽  
The Difference

Migrant health workers (MHWs) and migrant health volunteers (MHVs) are key health workforce actors who play a substantial role in improving the health of migrants in Thailand. The objective of this study was to explore the factors associated with health literacy in MHWs and MHVs in Thailand. A self-administered questionnaire was conducted from December 2018 to April 2019 in two migrant-populated provinces. A total of 40 MHWs, 78 MHVs, and 116 general migrants were included in the survey. Results showed that a higher education level was associated with a greater health literacy score. MHWs were more likely to have a higher health literacy score (5.59 points difference) than general migrants. The province per se and type of affiliations did not significantly contribute to the difference in the health literacy score of each individual. Most MHWs received health information from health professionals, health staff, and the internet, while MHVs and general migrants received information from health professionals, MHWs/MHVs, family/friends, and posters/leaflets. This study suggests that a higher education level should be used as a criterion for recruitment of MHWs and MHVs. Access to interactive health information like health professionals should be promoted as the main source of information to ensure better health literacy among MHWs and MHVs.

Examination Of Health Literacy Levels Of Mothers: An Interdisciplinary Study With A Child Developmental Perspective

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (14) ◽  
pp. 35-44
Author(s):  
burçin aysu ◽  
Neriman ARAL ◽  
Fatih AYDOĞDU ◽  
Figen GÜRSOY
Keyword(s):  
Health Literacy ◽  
Child Development ◽  
Normal Distribution ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Education Level ◽  
Assessment Process ◽  
Development Professionals ◽  
Development Perspective

Introduction and aim: When health literacy is considered in terms of family and especially mother, its importance increases even more. Because the health literacy of the mother and the health of the child are related to each other, the probability of the children of mothers with high health literacy to be healthy is also high. Considering this situation, it is emphasized that health literacy is an important concept for child development professionals, who are one of the health professionals working with children. Because child development professionals involve families and especially mothers in the process while working with children, health literacy can also affect mothers' involvement in the process. Determining the health literacy of mothers and handling it with a child development perspective; It is thought that it will also guide interdisciplinary research on health literacy. In this study, it is aimed to determine the health literacy of mothers and to discuss them with a child development perspective. Method: In the study, residing in Mamak district of Ankara were included 100 mothers. Mixed method was used in the research. Quantitative data were collected with the “Adult Health Literacy Scale”, and qualitative data were collected through the “Questionnaire Form”. Ethics committee approval was obtained before starting to collect data in the study. Afterwards, the participants were given detailed information about the research and consent forms were signed. The research was conducted on a voluntary basis. After the quantitative data were collected, they were processed into the SPSS package program, and whether the data showed normal distribution was examined with the kolmogrov smirnov test. Since the data showed a normal distribution, Anova and t tests, which are parametric tests, were used in the analysis of quantitative data. Qualitative data were analyzed by descriptive analysis method. Results: As a result of the research, it was found that the health literacy levels of the mothers differed significantly according to the variables of education level, education level of the spouse and having a chronic disease. It has been determined that mothers consult physicians for health issues, receive support from health professionals about their children's health problems, and explain the concept of health as physical, mental, social well-being and protection of health. Conclusions and recommendations: In line with the results obtained from the research; preparing early intervention programs as child developers to increase mothers' health literacy levels, conducting health literacy screening in clinical settings and including the assessment of mothers' health literacy in the child's assessment process, it may be recommended to plan studies involving fathers on health literacy.

scholarly journals Digital health literacy of health care profession students

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
J Dratva ◽  
S Juvalta ◽  
M Gemperle ◽  
D Händler-Schuster ◽  
M Scheermesser ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Literacy ◽  
Digital Media ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Health Systems ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Digital Health ◽  
Critical Evaluation ◽  
Health Professions ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
Personal Health Information

Abstract Background Digital transformation in health and health systems is a chance and a challenge for health professionals irrespective of their field. To maximize the benefit for patients high digital health literacy is required. A requirement not represented in health professions’ curricula in Switzerland. Little is known on the digital health competencies of students, on their utilization and views of digital media in the context of health, thus a cross-sectional survey was performed at a School of Health Professsions in Switzerland. Methods All BSc. students (N = 1200; nursing, midwifery, occupational health, physiotherapy and health promotion) received an online questionnaire covering utilization of various information resources, views on digital health & media and the German eHealth Literacy Scale (eHEALS, score 0 - 40). Descriptive and group analyses were performed, further adjusted analyses will be run. Results 453 students responded (female N = 368, male N = 26). Participation was 38% and highest in 1st students. Personal health information resources used most were: internet 82%, familiy&friends 70%, health professionals 66%, textbooks 40%. A majority rated digital media as important (66%) or rather important (30%) for their future professional activities. The overall eHeals-score was 28.6 (sd 4.93); critical evaluation and confidence in applying information scored lowest. Preliminary group analyses show significant increase by study year (1st 28.0, 2nd 28.9, 3rd 29.7, p = 0.01), while scores by gender or health profession were non-significantly different. Conclusions Almost all students in health professions use digital media for their own health information needs and consider digital media as highly relevant for their future career. Critical evaluation skills need to be strenghtend. Digital Health Literacy is only slightly higher in 3rd year students. Longitudinal data are needed to differentiate cohort from learning effects. Key messages Digital media are increasingly important in health systems, a view shared by future health professionals. Data indicate only a small increase of digital health literacy across three years of study. Curricula should include digital health competencies to ensure a highly digitally skilled health work force.

Deaf or Hard of Hearing Message Recipient Sociodemographic Characteristics

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael McKee
Keyword(s):  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Hard Of Hearing ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Information Accessibility ◽  
Visual Learners ◽  
Use Of Social Media ◽  
Learning Principles

Hearing loss is common, with approximately 17% of the population reporting some degree of a hearing deficit. Hearing loss has profound impacts on health literacy, health information accessibility, and learning. Much of existing health information is inaccessible. This is largely due to the lack of focus on tailoring the messages to the needs of deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) individuals with hearing loss. DHH individuals struggle with a variety of health knowledge gaps and health disparities. This demonstrates the importance of providing tailored and accessible health information for this population. While hearing loss is heterogeneous, there are still overlapping principles that can benefit everyone. Through adaptation, DHH individuals become visual learners, thus increasing the demand for appropriate visual medical aids. The development of health information and materials suitable for visual learners will likely impact not only DHH individuals, but will also be applicable for the general population. The principles of social justice and universal design behoove health message designers to ensure that their health information is not only accessible, but also equitable. Wise application of technology, health literacy, and information learning principles, along with creative use of social media, peer exchanges, and community health workers, can help mitigate much of the health information gaps that exist among DHH individuals.

scholarly journals Cultural health literacy: the experiences of Māori in palliative care

2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 15-23 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacquie Kidd ◽  
Stella Black ◽  
Rawiri Blundell ◽  
Tamati Peni
Keyword(s):  
Palliative Care ◽  
New Zealand ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Health Resources ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Aotearoa New Zealand ◽  
Palliative Care Setting ◽  
Maori Health

Abstract: Health literacy is a concept that is frequently applied to the patient’s ability to find and comprehend health information. However, recent literature has included the skill of the health professional and the accessibility of health resources as important factors in the level of health literacy achieved by individuals and populations. In 2014 a qualitative study undertaken in Aotearoa New Zealand, investigated the context of health literacy for Māori in a palliative care setting (Māori are the indigenous people of Aotearoa New Zealand). The study included the experiences of patients, whānau (families), and health professionals. Method: Individual semi-structured interviews were held with 21 patients, whānau and six key informants: a medical specialist, a service leader involved in developing culturally specific responses to patients, two Māori service managers, and two Māori health team leaders. Focus groups were held with a total of 54 health professionals providing palliative care services. Data analysis: A thematic analysis was undertaken using a general inductive approach. The trustworthiness and reliability of the analysis was supported by sharing analysis of the transcripts among the research team. Member checking or respondent validation was used in seeking confirmation of the interim findings at five hui (meetings) with the research communities involved. Findings: This study found that the shock and grief that attends a life-limiting illness made hearing and processing health information very difficult for patients and whānau. Further, ‘hard conversations’ about moving from active treatment to palliative care were often avoided by health professionals, leaving patients and whānau distressed and confused about their choices and prognosis. Finally, poor cultural health literacy on the part of organisations has likely impacted on late access to or avoidance of palliative care for Māori.

scholarly journals Tinjauan Kemampuan Tenaga Kesehatan pada Pengelolaan Sistem Informasi Kesehatan (SIK) Di Puskesmas Sulamadaha Kecamatan Pulau Ternate Tahun 2013

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 29
Author(s):  
Samad Hi Husen ◽  
Irma B Lewa
Keyword(s):  
Information System ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Health Personnel ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Health Information System ◽  
Education And Training ◽  
Health Centers ◽  
And Training

Abstract : Health information system is an information management at all levels of government systematically for service delivery to the public. Legislation that mentions the health information system is Kepmenkes No. 004/Menkes/SK/I/2003 on the policy and strategy of decentralization in health and Kepmenkes No. 932/Menkes/SK/VIII/2002 on the implementation of the instructions of health information reporting system development district / the city. It's just the two of contents Kepmenkes contains weaknesses which are both just looked at the health information system from the point of the field of health management, do not utilize state of the art technology and no information relating to the national information system. Information and communication technology are also not yet elaborated so that the data presented are not appropriate and not timely. Based on the background of the problem, it can be argued formulation of the problem "How Ability Health Workers In SIK in PHC Sulamadaha Management District of Ternate Island" viewed from the aspect of education and training, motivation, and work experience. General Purpose To determine the ability of health professionals in the management of health information in health centers Sulamadaha District of Ternate Island. Specific Objectives To determine the ability of health professionals in the management of health information in health centers Sulamadaha District of Ternate Island in terms of aspects of education and training, to determine the ability of health personnel in the management of health information in health centers Sulamadaha District of Ternate Island viewed from the aspect of motivation and to determine the ability of health personnel in the management of SIK The PHC Sulamadaha District of Ternate Island viewed from the aspect of work experience.

scholarly journals STUDI MINAT BEKERJA DAN MINAT MELANJUTKAN KE JENJANG PENDIDIKAN YANG LEBIH TINGGI MAHASISWA IST-PI MAKASSAR

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 66
Author(s):  
Dian Mahdiansah
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Civil Engineering ◽  
Electrical Engineering ◽  
Education Level ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
The Difference

The purpose of the research was to know the difference between students who have interest to work and students who have interest to continue the higher education level of Makassar IS-PI students. This research was a comparative one and the population were taken from the students of civil engineering and electrical engineering of IST-PI of Makassar. The amount of sample is 25 students from civil engineering and 25 students from electrical engineering which was chosen randomly. Thus, the amount of this research sample was 50 students. The data was collected by questionnaire. The analysis of research that were used were descriptive statistics and inferential. The result after counting showed th 4.5 and tt 2.1, in significant level it was 0.05 or 5% and dk 98 because th was higher than tt. Thus ha was accepted and ho was denied. It means that there are differences between students of civil and electrical engineering of  IST-PI  who have interest in working and students who have interest in continuing the study to a higher level.

scholarly journals Tingkat Literasi Kesehatan Pasien Diabetes Mellitus Tipe 2 Di Puskesmas Kota Tomohon

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Vina Putri Patandung ◽  
Kusrini Kadar ◽  
Kadek Ayu Erika
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Self Care ◽  
Education Level ◽  
Literacy Skills ◽  
Critical Health Literacy ◽  
Health Literacy Level ◽  
Access To Health ◽  
Literacy Level

Background: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic disease with high level of complexity that requires extensive education and self-care management. The demands on individuals with T2DM are complicated by the fact that self-care often depends on printed educational materials and high health literacy skills. Every individual who needs health information and services also needs health literacy skills to find health information and services, communicating needs, respond to and using the information and obtaining health services, understanding health information, and finding realible health information and services to suit all needs, making the right decision to act. This study aims to determine the level of functional, communicative, and critical health literacy of T2DM patients at Pangolombian and Kakaskasen Public Health Centre of Tomohon City, as well as factors related to the level of health literacy. Method: Quantitative descriptive to describe the level of health literacy and correlation to see factors related to the patient's health literacy level. The sample of this study was a patient of T2DM who followed prolanis, amounted to 34 people, determined by using purposive sampling. Data were obtained by interview and using demographic characteristics questionnaire and Functional, Communicative, and Critical Health Literacy questionnaires. Result: Generally, health literacy level of T2DM patients is still low both for functional, communicative, and critical. This can happen because of various factors but the most related is the low access to health information and patient education level. Conclusion: The results of this study showed that health literacy level of T2DM patient in Tomohon city is still very low. This happened because access to health information is still less obtained by patients and also their education level is still low. These results can be used as recommendations for health workers to pay more attention to how to educate patients who should be adjusted to the level of education so that the information provided can be put to good use by the patient.

Promoting Health Literacy in Global Health Care

2017 ◽  
pp. 485-506 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kijpokin Kasemsap
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Global Health ◽  
Health Communication ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Good Health ◽  
Health Literacy Level ◽  
Global Health Care ◽  
Literacy Level

This chapter emphasizes the prospect of health literacy; the evaluation of health literacy level; health literacy and health communication; health literacy and health information; and the current issues of health literacy in global health care. Good health literacy is important because patients are living longer and experiencing a wider range of health issues. Health professionals must commit to promoting for improved health literacy in health care organizations and should establish the specific health care goals toward improving health literacy in strategic plans, performance plans, programs, and educational initiatives. Health professionals can utilize a broad range of health communication strategies to ensure patients understand their options and share their health care decisions. Through health education and training, effective health information can help promote patients' health literacy level in global health care.

Factors influencing workplace violence risk among correctional health workers: insights from an Australian survey

2016 ◽  
Vol 22 (5) ◽  
pp. 461 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aaron W. Cashmore ◽  
Devon Indig ◽  
Stephen E. Hampton ◽  
Desley G. Hegney ◽  
Bin B. Jalaludin
Keyword(s):  
Health Professionals ◽  
Workplace Violence ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Health And Safety ◽  
Health Staff ◽  
Violence Risk ◽  
Correctional Health ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Qualitative Thematic Analysis

Little is known about the environmental and organisational determinants of workplace violence in correctional health settings. This paper describes the views of health professionals working in these settings on the factors influencing workplace violence risk. All employees of a large correctional health service in New South Wales, Australia, were invited to complete an online survey. The survey included an open-ended question seeking the views of participants about the factors influencing workplace violence in correctional health settings. Responses to this question were analysed using qualitative thematic analysis. Participants identified several factors that they felt reduced the risk of violence in their workplace, including: appropriate workplace health and safety policies and procedures; professionalism among health staff; the presence of prison guards and the quality of security provided; and physical barriers within clinics. Conversely, participants perceived workplace violence risk to be increased by: low health staff-to-patient and correctional officer-to-patient ratios; high workloads; insufficient or underperforming security staff; and poor management of violence, especially horizontal violence. The views of these participants should inform efforts to prevent workplace violence among correctional health professionals.

scholarly journals Awareness about breastfeeding benefits among mothers in maternity and children hospital of Buraidah Qassim region, Saudi Arabia

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (11) ◽  
pp. 4696
Author(s):  
Asim A. Alsoqeer ◽  
Ahmad M. Alahmad
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Education Level ◽  
Saudi Women ◽  
Breastfeeding Knowledge ◽  
Systemic Infections ◽  
Insufficient Knowledge

Background: Breastfeeding is a healthy, safe and economical way of providing proper and wholistic nutrition to the newborn. It reduces incidences of infection in the respiratory, gastrointestinal systems and systemic infections. As will as it deepens the bond between the mother and her child, and also it offers a number of health benefits to the mother. Despite these profound advantages, it remains under-fulfilled and sometimes missed altogether. The aim of the study is to assess the knowledge about breastfeeding benefits among mothers.Methods: The study involved 397 mothers visiting general pediatrics clinics at Maternity and Children Hospital of Buraidah, Qassim Region, Saudi Arabia from 18 March 2018 to 18 April 2018.Results: Most of the surveyed women were Saudi (93.5%), (46.1%) university or higher education level. (12.3%) rely on breastfeeding as the only source. (23.9%) were breastfeeding for more than 6 months. Some questions had as high correct answers as (49.2%), while others had as low correct answers as (20.4%), university or higher education level have the highest correct answers (73%). (61%) discussed the benefits of breastfeeding with a doctor and the correct answers were (72%) while (39%) didn't discuss and the correct answers were (65%).Conclusions: Analysis of the collected material on the surveyed women showed that Saudi women have insufficient knowledge about breastfeeding. Knowledge is improving after discussing with a doctor about breastfeeding benefits. Based on these results we highly recommend increasing the efforts to promote and endorse the benefits of breastfeeding by pediatricians and other health professionals.

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