scholarly journals SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN AWARENESS OF THE CAUSES OF OBESITY AND ITS HEALTH RLATED OUTCOMES

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 12-15
Author(s):  
T.V. Chaychenko ◽  
M.O. Gonchar ◽  
T.O. Chumachenko ◽  
V.A. Klymenko ◽  
T. Samsonova ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Secondary School ◽  
Primary School ◽  
School Children ◽  
Medical Condition ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
School Age Children ◽  
School Age ◽  
Open Questions ◽  
Health Related

SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN AWARENESS OF THE CAUSES OF OBESITY AND ITS HEALTH RLATED OUTCOMESChaychenko T., Gonchar M., Chumachenko T., Klymenko V., Samsonenko T., Kharkova M.Childhood obesity is a serious medical condition affecting children and adolescents that can be prevented by life style modification. Therefore, school-age children awareness of the causes of obesity and its health related outcomes is very important. Subjects Methods This work is a part of the complex project “Assessment of the current nutritional status, nutrition-related health problems in school-age children in Ukraine”. The total number of participants is 392 school-age children who were grouped by the age:primary school (75 children aged 6–9), secondary school (202 children aged 10–14) and high school (115 children aged 15–18). Original questionnaire was elaborated for the survey, consisting of both multiple choice questions and “open questions” that encouraged children to give their own idea with the purpose of understanding a real awareness of the problem. Answers to the open questions about the causes and effects of obesity were assessed. Results One third of respondents regardless of age (primary school, – 29.31%, secondary school – 29.21%, high school – 33.04%, p>0.05) understood that obesity can cause serious health problems and the most detrimental changes can occur in the cardiovascular system.It was established that self-controlled situations were named as the main causatives of the obesityby more than half of surveyed children (53.33% of primary school, 53.46% of secondary school children and 41.74% high school children, p>0.05). We established that less than 10% of children were not aware of the causes of obesity and possible outcomes. Meantime, 30% of respondents were not prone to give any answer. Conclusions: Regardless of age school-children are aware of health-related problems. Special education programs are necessary for all school-age children with the purpose of developing the responsibility for the health in their adult lifeKey words: Obesity, causes of overweight, school-age children,social education program.  УСВІДОМЛЕННЯ ДІТЬМИ ШКЛЬНОГО ВІКУ ПРИЧИН ТА НАСЛІДКІВ ОЖИРІННЯ, ЩО ПОВ'ЯЗАНІ ЗІ СТАНОМ ЗДОРОВ'ЯЧайченко Т., Гончарь М., Чумаченко Т., Клименко В., Самсоненко Т., Харькова М.Ожиріння в дитячому віці є серйозним захворюванням, яке уражає дітей та підлітків, але яможе бути попереджено зміною стилю життя. Тому дуже важливо знати, ступень усвідомлення дітьми шкільного віку причин ожиріння та його наслідків, пов'язаних зі здоров'ям. Ця робота є частиною комплексного проекту «Оцінка нутріційного статусу та проблем, пов'язаних з харчуванням дітей шкільного віку в Україні». Загальна кількість учасників - 392 дітей шкільного віку, які були згруповані за віком: початкова школа (75 дітей у віці 6–9 років), середня школа (202 дитини віком 10–14 років) та старша школа (115 дітей у віці 15–18 років). Оригінальна анкета була розроблена для опитування та складається з питань типа вибору з декількох опці та «відкритих питань», які заохочували дітей давати свою власну відповідь з метою розуміння реальної обізнаності з проблеми. Оцінювалися відповіді на відкриті питання про причини та наслідки ожиріння. Третина респондентів незалежно від віку (початкова школа - 29,31%, середня школа - 29,21%, старша школа - 33,04%, p> 0,05) розуміють, що ожиріння може викликати суттєві проблеми зі здоров'ям та найбільш серйозні зміни можуть відбуватися у серцево-судинній системі. Встановлено, що самоконтрольовані ситуації були названі основними причинами ожиріння більш ніж половиною опитаних дітей (53,33% дітей початкової школи, 53,46% дітей середньої школи та 41,74% дітей старшої школи > 0,05). Ми встановили, що менше 10% дітей не усвідомлюють причини ожиріння та його можливі наслідки. Проте 30% респондентів не схильні надавати жодної відповіді. Отже, незалежно від віку школярі знають про проблеми, пов'язані зі здоров'ям, спричинені ожирінням. Спеціальні освітні програми необхідні для всіх дітей шкільного віку з метою розвитку відповідальності за здоров'я у дорослому житті.Ключові слова: Ожиріння, причини надмірної ваги, діти шкільного віку, програми соціальної освітиОСОЗНАНИЕ ДЕТЬМИ ШКОЛЬНОГО ВОЗРАСТА ПРИЧИН И ПОСЛЕДСТВИЙ ОЖИРЕНИЯ, СВЯЗАННЫХ С СОСТОЯНИЕМ ЗДОРОВЬЯЧайченко Т., Гончарь М., Чумаченко Т., Клименко В., Самсоненко Т., Харькова М.Ожирение в детском возрасте является серьезным заболеванием, которое поражает детей и подростков, но может быть предотвращено изменением образа жизни. Поэтому очень важно знать, степень осознания детьми школьного возраста причин ожирения и его последствий, связанных со здоровьем. Эта работа является частью комплексного проекта «Оценка нутриционного статуса и проблем, связанных с питанием детей школьного возраста в Украине». Общее количество участников - 392 детей школьного возраста, которые были сгруппированы по возрасту: начальная школа (75 детей в возрасте 6-9 лет), средняя школа (202 ребенка в возрасте 10-14 лет) и старшая школа (115 детей в возрасте 15-18 лет). Оригинальная анкета была разработана для опроса и состоит из вопросов типа выбора из нескольких опций «открытых вопросов», которые поощряли детей давать свой собственный ответ с целью понимания реальной осведомленности по проблеме. Оценивались ответы на открытые вопросы о причинах и последствиях ожирения. Треть респондентов независимо от возраста (начальная школа - 29,31%, средняя школа - 29,21%, старшая школа - 33,04%, p <0,05) понимают, что ожирение может вызвать существенные проблемы со здоровьем и наиболее серьезные изменения могут происходить в сердечно-сосудистой системе. Установлено, что самоконтролируемые ситуации были названы основными причинами ожирения более чем половиной опрошенных детей (53,33% детей начальной школы, 53,46% детей средней школы и 41,74% детей старшей школы> 0,05). Мы установили, что менее 10% детей не осознают причины ожирения и его возможные последствия. Однако 30% респондентов склонны уходить от  ответов на вопросы. Таким образом, независимо от возраста школьники знают о проблемах, связанных со здоровьем, вызванных ожирением. Специальные образовательные программы необходимы для всех детей школьного возраста с целью формирования ответственности за здоровье во взрослой жизни.Ключевые слова: Ожирение, причины избыточного веса, дети школьного возраста, программы социального образования

scholarly journals Estimating the Population Impact of a New Pediatric Influenza Vaccination Program in England Using Social Media Content (Preprint)

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Moritz Wagner ◽  
Vasileios Lampos ◽  
Elad Yom-Tov ◽  
Richard Pebody ◽  
Ingemar J Cox
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Secondary School ◽  
Primary School ◽  
School Children ◽  
Influenza Season ◽  
School Age Children ◽  
Media Content ◽  
School Age ◽  
Population Impact ◽  
Primary School Age

BACKGROUND The rollout of a new childhood live attenuated influenza vaccine program was launched in England in 2013, which consisted of a national campaign for all 2 and 3 year olds and several pilot locations offering the vaccine to primary school-age children (4-11 years of age) during the influenza season. The 2014/2015 influenza season saw the national program extended to include additional pilot regions, some of which offered the vaccine to secondary school children (11-13 years of age) as well. OBJECTIVE We utilized social media content to obtain a complementary assessment of the population impact of the programs that were launched in England during the 2013/2014 and 2014/2015 flu seasons. The overall community-wide impact on transmission in pilot areas was estimated for the different age groups that were targeted for vaccination. METHODS A previously developed statistical framework was applied, which consisted of a nonlinear regression model that was trained to infer influenza-like illness (ILI) rates from Twitter posts originating in pilot (school-age vaccinated) and control (unvaccinated) areas. The control areas were then used to estimate ILI rates in pilot areas, had the intervention not taken place. These predictions were compared with their corresponding Twitter-based ILI estimates. RESULTS Results suggest a reduction in ILI rates of 14% (1-25%) and 17% (2-30%) across all ages in only the primary school-age vaccine pilot areas during the 2013/2014 and 2014/2015 influenza seasons, respectively. No significant impact was observed in areas where two age cohorts of secondary school children were vaccinated. CONCLUSIONS These findings corroborate independent assessments from traditional surveillance data, thereby supporting the ongoing rollout of the program to primary school-age children and providing evidence of the value of social media content as an additional syndromic surveillance tool.

scholarly journals Dietary Habits and Nutritional Knowledge among Primary School Children in Fayoum Governorate

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 95
Author(s):  
Rabab Gad Abd El-Kader ◽  
Hanem Awad Mekhamier ◽  
Azza El-Sayed Ali Hegazy
Keyword(s):  
Primary School ◽  
School Children ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Primary School Children ◽  
School Age Children ◽  
Study Group ◽  
School Age ◽  
Nutritional Knowledge ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Fayoum Governorate

Background and aim: Improving the eating habits of children is essential to reduce the future burden of non-communicable illnesses. Nutritional diseases affect higher than 30% of school age children. This study aimed to assess the dietary habits and nutritional knowledge among primary school age children in Fayoum Governorate, Egypt.Study design: A cross-sectional descriptive design was utilized. Setting: The study was implemented in three governmental mixed primary schools in EL-Fayoum city; Egypt, that were selected randomly. Sample: Cluster random sample techniques used for selecting of the study group consisted of 300 students aged from 10-12 years for both sexes attending grade five and six. Tools: three tools of data collection consisted of: 1- self-administered questionnaire comprised socio-demographic data of the students and parents, and students’ knowledge about nutrition, 2- the students’ dietary habits as consumption of the breakfast, drinking water, 3- Health assessment sheet to assess the students’ nutritional status including weight, height, BMI, and appearance.The study findings revealed that 69.3% of the study group were underweight, 36.3% were stunted, and 6.7%, 3.3% were overweight and obese respectively. About 45% had fair knowledge while 34% had good knowledge about the nutrition. More than half of the students had unhealthy dietary behavior and appearance. There was a statistically significant difference (P: 0<0.00) between the academic performance of the school children and their HAZ while there was no statistically significant difference between the academic performance of the students and their WAZ (P: 0.264).Conclusions: underweight is highly prevalent among the primary school students followed by stunting. Most of the students had unhealthy dietary habits and unhealthy appearance while around half of them had fair knowledge about nutrition. The current study recommended developing a nutritional health program for primary school children about the proper nutrition.

Malaria classroom corner: a school-based intervention to promote basic malaria awareness and common control practices among school-age children

2020 ◽  
Vol 120 (1) ◽  
pp. 107-119
Author(s):  
Uchechukwu M. Chukwuocha ◽  
Greg N. Iwuoha ◽  
Chisom M. Ogara ◽  
Ikechukwu N.S. Dozie
Keyword(s):  
Primary School ◽  
Behaviour Change ◽  
School Children ◽  
School Age Children ◽  
School Age ◽  
Content Type ◽  
School Based Intervention ◽  
School Based ◽  
Common Control ◽  
Primary School Age

PurposeThis study assessed the effectiveness of malaria classroom corner (MCC), school-based intervention in the promotion of basic malaria awareness and common control practices among children of primary school age.Design/methodology/approachA quasi-experimental design was employed, involving 206 children of primary 5 and 6 classes from two randomly selected public primary schools in Owerri, South Eastern Nigeria. The MCC was designed and set up in the intervention school (with 103 children) while the control school (with 103 children) was offered malaria health talk. Structured pre-tested questionnaire was used to collect data pre- and post-intervention in both schools. Data was analysed using Statistical Package – Stata version 14.1 (Stata Corp, College Station, TX, USA).FindingsResults show that there was a significant enhancement of basic malaria awareness (p = 0.0003) and common preventive and management practices (p = 0.0202) among children in the intervention primary school compared to those in the control primary school.Research limitations/implicationsThe study did not account for actual behaviour change, as its scope was within basic malaria awareness and common control practices.Practical implicationsThis approach could enhance awareness and proactiveness of school children towards malaria prevention and overall health consciousness.Social implicationsThis could help in achieving a healthy population of school children with a positive effect on their school performance.Originality/valueThe MCC could provide a simple, participatory and effective approach for the promotion of basic malaria awareness and common control practices among primary school-age children in malaria endemic areas. Such children could, in turn, become malaria conversation drivers and behaviour change agents in their homes and communities, thereby contributing to the malaria elimination efforts.

Organization of Extracurricular Activities of Primary School Children with Sensory Disabilities in an Inclusive Educational Environment

2021 ◽  
pp. 77-89
Author(s):  
Natalya Aleksandrovna Odinokova ◽  
◽  
Victoria Eduardovna Gamanovich ◽  
Olga Vyacheslavovna Dalivelya ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Primary School ◽  
Extracurricular Activities ◽  
School Children ◽  
Individual Characteristics ◽  
Primary School Children ◽  
School Age Children ◽  
School Age ◽  
Sensory Impairment ◽  
Special Educational Needs ◽  
Primary School Age

The article presents the author’s view of the organization extracurricular activities of primary school age children with sensory impairment based on a humanistic approach, focused on the personality of students with special educational needs, taking them into account individual characteristics, abilities and interests. The purpose of the article is to reveal the essence, evolution of formation and meaning in educational space of the school of extracurricular activities, emphasizing attention to the peculiarities of its organization with children of primary school age with sensory impairment. Methodology. The methodological basis is made up of research domestic and foreign authors, the experience of practicing teachers, testifying to the relevance of theoretical and practical software implementation of extracurricular activities with children with sensory impairment. Results. Based on the analysis of regulatory documents, scientific research, literature and teaching materials the concept of “extracurricular activities” was identified and substantiated, issues of structure, content, requirements for the conditions of its conduct on an example of organizing an excursion with children with visual impairments. In detention, conclusions are drawn about the features of the organization of extracurricular activities of primary school children with sensory impairments. In the future, it is envisaged to conduct a practical diagnostic research and analysis of the results obtained, which will reveal efficiency and prioritization of extracurricular activities, organized with children of primary school age with sensory impairment.

scholarly journals Uptake and impact of vaccinating school age children against influenza during a season with circulation of drifted influenza A and B strains, England, 2014/15

2015 ◽  
Vol 20 (39) ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard G Pebody ◽  
Helen K Green ◽  
Nick Andrews ◽  
Nicola L Boddington ◽  
Hongxin Zhao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Influenza A ◽  
Disease Incidence ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
School Age Children ◽  
Healthy Children ◽  
School Age ◽  
Respiratory Mortality ◽  
Primary School Age

The 2014/15 influenza season was the second season of roll-out of a live attenuated influenza vaccine (LAIV) programme for healthy children in England. During this season, besides offering LAIV to all two to four year olds, several areas piloted vaccination of primary (4–11 years) and secondary (11–13 years) age children. Influenza A(H3N2) circulated, with strains genetically and antigenically distinct from the 2014/15 A(H3N2) vaccine strain, followed by a drifted B strain. We assessed the overall and indirect impact of vaccinating school age children, comparing cumulative disease incidence in targeted and non-targeted age groups in vaccine pilot to non-pilot areas. Uptake levels were 56.8% and 49.8% in primary and secondary school pilot areas respectively. In primary school age pilot areas, cumulative primary care influenza-like consultation, emergency department respiratory attendance, respiratory swab positivity, hospitalisation and excess respiratory mortality were consistently lower in targeted and non-targeted age groups, though less for adults and more severe end-points, compared with non-pilot areas. There was no significant reduction for excess all-cause mortality. Little impact was seen in secondary school age pilot only areas compared with non-pilot areas. Vaccination of healthy primary school age children resulted in population-level impact despite circulation of drifted A and B influenza strains.

The Speech-Language Pathologists' Role in Mild Traumatic Brain Injury for Middle and High School–Age Children: Viewpoints on Guidelines From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

2019 ◽  
Vol 28 (3) ◽  
pp. 1363-1370 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jessica Brown ◽  
Katy O'Brien ◽  
Kelly Knollman-Porter ◽  
Tracey Wallace
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Traumatic Brain Injury ◽  
Brain Injury ◽  
Disease Control ◽  
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury ◽  
School Age Children ◽  
School Age ◽  
Speech Language Pathologists ◽  
Control And Prevention ◽  
Centers For Disease Control

Purpose The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released guidelines for rehabilitation professionals regarding the care of children with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). Given that mTBI impacts millions of children each year and can be particularly detrimental to children in middle and high school age groups, access to universal recommendations for management of postinjury symptoms is ideal. Method This viewpoint article examines the CDC guidelines and applies these recommendations directly to speech-language pathology practices. In particular, education, assessment, treatment, team management, and ongoing monitoring are discussed. In addition, suggested timelines regarding implementation of services by speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are provided. Specific focus is placed on adolescents (i.e., middle and high school–age children). Results SLPs are critical members of the rehabilitation team working with children with mTBI and should be involved in education, symptom monitoring, and assessment early in the recovery process. SLPs can also provide unique insight into the cognitive and linguistic challenges of these students and can serve to bridge the gap among rehabilitation and school-based professionals, the adolescent with brain injury, and their parents. Conclusion The guidelines provided by the CDC, along with evidence from the field of speech pathology, can guide SLPs to advocate for involvement in the care of adolescents with mTBI. More research is needed to enhance the evidence base for direct assessment and treatment with this population; however, SLPs can use their extensive knowledge and experience working with individuals with traumatic brain injury as a starting point for post-mTBI care.

Time-Based Prospective Memory in Schoolchildren

2011 ◽  
Vol 219 (2) ◽  
pp. 92-99 ◽  
Author(s):  
Babett Voigt ◽  
Ingo Aberle ◽  
Judith Schönfeld ◽  
Matthias Kliegel
Keyword(s):  
Primary School ◽  
Prospective Memory ◽  
Age Differences ◽  
Memory Retrieval ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
School Age Children ◽  
School Age ◽  
Older Children ◽  
Strategic Monitoring ◽  
Primary School Age

The present study examined age differences in time-based prospective memory (TBPM) in primary school age children and tested the role of self-initiated memory retrieval and strategic time monitoring (TM) as possible developmental mechanisms. Fifty-four children were recruited from local primary schools (27 younger children, mean age = 7.2 ± 0.55 years, and 27 older children, mean age = 9.61 ± 0.71 years). The task was a driving game scenario in which children had to drive a vehicle (ongoing task) and to remember to refuel before the vehicle runs out of gas (TBPM task, i.e., the fuel gauge served as child-appropriate time equivalent). Fuel gauge was either displayed permanently (low level of self-initiation) or could only be viewed on demand by hitting a button (high level of self-initiation). The results revealed age-dependent TBPM differences with better performance in older children. In contrast, level of self-initiated memory retrieval did not affect TBPM performance. However, strategies of TM influenced TBPM, as more frequent time checking was related to better performance. Patterns of time checking frequency differed according to children’s age and course of the game, suggesting difficulties in maintaining initial strategic TM in younger children. Taken together, the study revealed ongoing development of TBPM across primary school age. Observed age differences seemed to be associated with the ability to maintain strategic monitoring.

Effects of MyBFF@school Intervention in Health-related Quality of Life among Overweight and Obese Primary School Children

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zahari Ishak ◽  
Suet Fin Low ◽  
Wan Abdul Hakim Wan Ibrahim ◽  
Abqariyah Yahya ◽  
Fuziah Md. Zain ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Primary School ◽  
School Children ◽  
Well Being ◽  
School Functioning ◽  
Primary School Children ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related

<p>Obesity has been shown to impact the health-related quality of life (HRQOL) among children. This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of MyBFF@school program on HRQOL among overweight and obese primary school children in Malaysia. KINDL<sup>R</sup> Questionnaire was used to collect data on their HRQOL before and after the program. ANCOVA was used to analyse the comparison between intervention and control group after 6 months. There are significant effect on family functioning, F(2,1103)=7.452, p<0.05 and school functioning, F(1,1117)=7.103, p<0.05 after the intervention. Effects can also be seen on physical well-being, emotional well-being and friends functioning. The program is effective in improving the HRQOL significantly in two dimensions namely the family and school functioning. In order to achieve greater overall success,social support should be an integral part of the program and stigma on obesity should be managed and reduced by including normal-weight children in the program.</p>

scholarly journals Life-Changing Experiences of Mothers with School-Age Children during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Focusing on Their Health Risk Perceptions and Health-Related Behaviors

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (9) ◽  
pp. 4523
Author(s):  
Hye Jin Yoo ◽  
JaeLan Shim ◽  
Namhee Kim
Keyword(s):  
Health Risk ◽  
Risk Perceptions ◽  
Qualitative Content Analysis ◽  
School Age Children ◽  
School Age ◽  
Individual Interviews ◽  
The Family ◽  
Health Related Behaviors ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Prevention Methods

This study aimed to explore health risk perceptions, changes in health-related behaviors, and life experiences of mothers with school-age children during the early coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. Data were collected between 16 July and 10 September 2020, by individual interviews and analyzed through qualitative content analysis. After the twelve participants’ experiences were analyzed, four themes and ten sub-themes were derived. The four themes were: “Struggling to identify the substance of COVID-19,” “Taking the initiative to protect the health of the family,” “Frustrated by the brutal reality of no end in sight,” and “Trying to adjust wisely to an inevitable new lifestyle.” The findings suggest that while the world remains in an ongoing battle with COVID-19, national health institutions should prepare a health education system for specific infection prevention methods that can be practiced by individuals in daily life.

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