scholarly journals Education on Disease Risk Factors in Adapting New Habits to Prospective Hajj Pilgrims at KBHI Bisri-Pusri Palembang City

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 88-94
Author(s):  
Emma Novita Emma ◽  
Agita Diora Fitri ◽  
Tia Sabrina ◽  
Andyra Priandhana ◽  
Muhammad Musa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Infectious Diseases ◽  
Community Service ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Test Method ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Fitness Level ◽  
Pressure Test ◽  
Early Detection And Prevention

Health istitha'ah is the health ability of the pilgrims physically and mentally with a measurable health assesment. It is essential for every citizen who will perform the hajj pilgrimage. The Indonesian Ministry of Health through the Non-Infectious Disease Integrated Service Post (Posbindu PTM) implements an early detection and prevention program for non-infectious diseases in sub-districts, schools or colleges, institutions or workplaces, and Hajj guidance groups (KBIH) especially for pilgrims. The department of public health and community medicine (IKM-IKK) of the Faculty of Medicine, Sriwijaya University perform an education on the detection of risk factors for non-infectious diseases and physical fitness assesment of prospective pilgrims in the context of community service activities at KBIH Bisri Palembang. Examinations were done on 40 prospective pilgrims using the Rockport test method. The results of the examination showed that the 24 pilgrims had moderate fitness level (60%). The blood pressure test results showed that 9 pilgrims had hypertension (22%) and the nutritional status test showed that 20 pilgrims were overweight and obese (38.5%). In addition, there is an assesment for prospective hajj pilgrims in order to understanding risk factors for non-infectious diseases. The result shows that there is a significant increase in understanding about non-infectious diseases in the adaptation of new habits.      

Study on Conventional Domed Bursting Disc Material and Burst Pressure Test

2013 ◽  
Vol 690-693 ◽  
pp. 2371-2378
Author(s):  
Wei Pu Xu ◽  
Yi Ting Liu
Keyword(s):  
Stainless Steel ◽  
Tensile Test ◽  
316L Stainless Steel ◽  
Performance Test ◽  
Test Method ◽  
Burst Pressure ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Manufacturing Method ◽  
Pressure Test ◽  
Disc Material

A brief overview is given in the conventional domed bursting disc structure and manufacturing method. 316L stainless steel as a template is selected. With the investigation on bursting disc material tensile test method, the test results are summarized,also the burst results of disc burst pressure in different sizes. With the help of bursting disc material performance test and bursting disc burst pressure test of 316L , the test results provide a reference for other types of bursting disc.

scholarly journals Prevalence, risk-inducing lifestyle, and perceived susceptibility to kidney diseases by gender among Nigerians residents in South Western Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 860-870
Author(s):  
Monica Ewomazino Akokuwebe ◽  
Clifford Odimegwu ◽  
Femi Omololu
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Kidney Disease ◽  
Lifestyle Modification ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Kidney Diseases ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Major Public Health Problem ◽  
Perceived Susceptibility ◽  
Female Ratio

Background: Kidney disease (KD) is increasingly recognized as a major public health problem worldwide with rising inci- dence and prevalence. Early identification of KD risk factors will slow down progression to kidney failure and death. Objective: To determine the prevalence, risk-inducing lifestyle and perceived susceptibility among Nigerians in South-west- ern Nigeria. Methods: A pretested structured questionnaire was employed to draw information on socio-demographic, knowledge, risk-inducing lifestyle and perceived susceptibility to conventional risk factors of KD from 1757 residents aged ≥15 years. Results: The mean age of the respondents was 47.61±13.0 years with a male-female ratio of 1.13:1. Knowledge of KD was low (mean score 2.29; 95% CI: 2.18, 2.32). The prevalence of some established KD risk factors was regular use of herbal medications, 26.8% and physical inactivity, 70.0%. Females with factors such as use of herbal drink [RRR: 1.56; CI=1.06- 2.30; p=0.02] and smoking [RRR: 2.72; CI=1.37-5.37; p=0.00] predicted increased odds of perceived susceptibility to KD than their male counterparts. Conclusion: The prevalence of KD risk-inducing lifestyles was high. More emphasis should be placed on effective public health programmes towards behavioural change in order to adopt lifestyle modification as well as to reduce the tendency to develop KD. Keywords: Kidney disease; risk-inducing lifestyles; perceived susceptibility.

scholarly journals Tissue Tropism and Transmission Ecology Predict Virulence of Human RNA Viruses

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Liam Brierley ◽  
Amy B. Pedersen ◽  
Mark E. J. Woolhouse
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Machine Learning ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Random Forest ◽  
Infectious Diseases ◽  
Rna Viruses ◽  
Rna Virus ◽  
Tissue Tropism ◽  
Virus Species ◽  
Ecological Traits

AbstractNovel infectious diseases continue to emerge within human populations. Predictive studies have begun to identify pathogen traits associated with emergence. However, emerging pathogens vary widely in virulence, a key determinant of their ultimate risk to public health. Here, we use structured literature searches to review the virulence of each of the 214 known human-infective RNA virus species. We then use a machine learning framework to determine whether viral virulence can be predicted by ecological traits including human-to-human transmissibility, transmission routes, tissue tropisms and host range. Using severity of clinical disease as a measurement of virulence, we identified potential risk factors using predictive classification tree and random forest ensemble models. The random forest model predicted literature-assigned disease severity of test data with 90.3% accuracy, compared to a null accuracy of 74.2%. In addition to viral taxonomy, the ability to cause systemic infection, having renal and/or neural tropism, direct contact or respiratory transmission, and limited (0 < R0 ≤ 1) human-to-human transmissibility were the strongest predictors of severe disease. We present a novel, comparative perspective on the virulence of all currently known human RNA virus species. The risk factors identified may provide novel perspectives in understanding the evolution of virulence and elucidating molecular virulence mechanisms. These risk factors could also improve planning and preparedness in public health strategies as part of a predictive framework for novel human infections.Author SummaryNewly emerging infectious diseases present potentially serious threats to global health. Although studies have begun to identify pathogen traits associated with the emergence of new human diseases, these do not address why emerging infections vary in the severity of disease they cause, often termed ‘virulence’. We test whether ecological traits of human viruses can act as predictors of virulence, as suggested by theoretical studies. We conduct the first systematic review of virulence across all currently known human RNA virus species. We adopt a machine learning approach by constructing a random forest, a model that aims to optimally predict an outcome using a specific structure of predictors. Predictions matched literature-assigned ratings for 28 of 31 test set viruses. Our predictive model suggests that higher virulence is associated with infection of multiple organ systems, nervous systems or the renal systems. Higher virulence was also associated with contact-based or airborne transmission, and limited capability to transmit between humans. These risk factors may provide novel starting points for questioning why virulence should evolve and identifying causative mechanisms of virulence. In addition, our work could suggest priority targets for infectious disease surveillance and future public health risk strategies.BlurbComparative analysis using machine learning shows specificity of tissue tropism and transmission biology can act as predictive risk factors for virulence of human RNA viruses.

“Step Up for Foot Care”

2014 ◽  
Vol 104 (3) ◽  
pp. 269-276 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bright Chen ◽  
Analiza Mitchell ◽  
David Tran
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
High Risk ◽  
Lower Extremity ◽  
Community Service ◽  
Homeless Population ◽  
Foot Care ◽  
Economic Implications ◽  
High Risk Factors ◽  
Service Project

Background Studies have shown that lower-extremity problems in the homeless population have significant public health and economic implications. A combined community service and research project was performed to identify and address the foot and ankle care needs in a sample homeless population in San Francisco, California. Methods A 37-question survey regarding general demographic characteristics, foot hygiene practices, associated risk factors, and self-reported lower-extremity pathologic conditions was completed by 299 homeless individuals who met the inclusion criteria. The service project included education on proper foot care and the distribution of footwear. Results The participants demonstrated mostly good efforts regarding foot hygiene but had high-risk factors, including smoking, alcohol use, and extended hours on their feet. More than half of the homeless individuals surveyed experienced foot pain. Approximately one in five had edema and neuropathic symptoms. The most commonly reported foot problems were dermatologic, but these conditions could pose serious sequelae in the setting of risk factors. The community service project was well received by the homeless community. Conclusions This study demonstrates lack of resources and high-risk factors for lower-extremity complications in the homeless individuals studied. It is important in the realm of public health to keep lower-extremity health in mind because it plays an important role in preventing the spread of infection and lowering the social economic burden.

scholarly journals Pemeriksaan Kesehatan Gratis sebagai Upaya Peningkatan Kesadaran Masyarakat terhadap Deteksi Dini Penyakit Tidak Menular

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 19
Author(s):  
Dhika Juliana Sukmana ◽  
Hardani Hardani ◽  
Irawansyah Irawansyah
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Uric Acid ◽  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Early Detection ◽  
Community Service ◽  
Community Services ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Obesity And Diabetes ◽  
Life Style Change ◽  
Early Detection And Prevention

AbstrakPenyakit tidak menular (PTM) merupakan penyakit yang bersifat kronis dan tidak ditularkan dari orang ke orang. Prevalensi PTM terus mengalami peningkatan seiring dengan perubahan pola hidup masyarakat kearah yang kurang seimbang. Faktor risiko PTM di Provinsi NTB antara lain adalah hipertensi, obesitas dan diabetes. Kurangnya pengetahuaan dan kesadaran terhadap bahaya PTM menyebabkan deteksi dini berbasis pelayanan kesehatan kurang efektif. Hal ini juga disebabkan oleh enggannya masyarakat memeriksakan diri selama belum merasa sakit. Penanggulangan faktor resiko PTM dan pencegahan berbasis masyarakat menjadi salah satu solusi yang dapat dilakukan untuk menekan resiko atau angka kematian akibat PTM. Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kesadaran masyarakat terhadap pentingnya tes kesehatan secara berkala sebagai upaya deteksi dini PTM. Kegiatan ini kemudian dilakukan dengan dua metode, yaitu diskusi dan praktik langsung untuk memeriksa kesehatan peserta. Secara keseluruhan, hasil pemeriksaan kesehatan cukup baik dengan rata-ata hasil pemeriksaan normal. Hanya saja dari kegiatan ini dijumpai dua peserta dengan hasil gula darah diatas 300 mg/dL. Dengan adanya kegiatan semacam ini, masyarakat menjadi semakin sadar akan pentingnya tes kesehatan secara berkala untuk deteksi dini PTM. �Kata Kunci: PTM, Pemeriksaan Kesehatan, Gula Darah, Asam Urat.Abstract�Non-communicable Diseases (NCD) are a chronic and not transmitted from preson to person. The prevalence of NCDs seems to be increased along with life style change into unbalance style. Risk factors of PTM in NTB are hypertension, obesity and diabetes. Less of knowledge and awareness to NCD�s risk lead early detection and prevention based on health facilities to be less effective. This is also caused by the reluctance of people to check themselves before they feel sick. Management of PTM risk factors and community-based prevention is a solution that can be done to reduce the risk or mortality rate due to PTM. This community service activities aims to increase people awareness due to the importance of periodicly doing medical check-up in order to screen NCDs. We conduct this activity in two methods, discussion and practically check people health status. Overall, the result was fine. But, two of the participant have blood glucose more than 300 mg/dL. By this community services, peoples become aware about the importance of medical check-up in early detection of NCD.��Keywords : NCD; Medical Check Up; Blood Glucose; Uric Acid.

scholarly journals Gender with marital status, cultural differences, and vulnerability to hypertension: Findings from the national survey for noncommunicable disease risk factors and mental health using WHO STEPS in Bhutan

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (8) ◽  
pp. e0256811
Author(s):  
Hiromi Kohori Segawa ◽  
Hironori Uematsu ◽  
Nidup Dorji ◽  
Ugyen Wangdi ◽  
Chencho Dorjee ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease ◽  
Early Detection ◽  
Marital Status ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Noncommunicable Disease ◽  
Who Steps ◽  
Prevention Of Hypertension ◽  
Early Detection And Prevention

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the Kingdom of Bhutan. Thus, the early detection and prevention of hypertension is critical for reducing cardiovascular disease. However, the influence of sociocultural factors on vulnerability to hypertension needs further investigation. This study performed secondary data analysis on 1,909 individuals in a cross-sectional study (the National survey for noncommunicable disease risk factors and mental health using World Health Organization (WHO) STEPS approach in Bhutan– 2014). Multivariate logistic regression demonstrated a significant association between gender with marital status and hypertension. Women had a higher odds ratio than men (Ref) when married (AOR: 1.27, 95% confidence intervals (CI): 1.23–1.31), and when separated, divorced, or widowed (AOR: 1.18, 95% CI: 1.12–1.26). People who speak the Tshanglakha language scored the highest odds (AOR: 1.24, 95% CI: 1.20–1.27), followed by Lhotshamkha (AOR: 1.09, 95% CI: 1.06–1.12) and Dzongkha (Ref) after adjusting for various social and biomedical factors. Additionally, tobacco use displayed decreased odds for hypertension. To promote the early detection and prevention of hypertension, these cultural factors should be considered even within small geographic areas, such as Bhutan. It is necessary to strengthen hypertension preventive strategies for people who speak Tshanglakha and Lhotshamkha. Furthermore, careful consideration should be given to preventing hypertension among adults aged 40 years or more, women who are married, separated, divorced, or widowed, and men who never married in Bhutan.

scholarly journals Risk Factors for Infectious Diseases in Urban Environments of Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review and Critical Appraisal of Evidence

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 123 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthew R. Boyce ◽  
Rebecca Katz ◽  
Claire J. Standley
Keyword(s):  
Infectious Disease ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Infectious Diseases ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Urban Environments ◽  
Health Systems Strengthening ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Original Research ◽  
African Countries ◽  
Sub Saharan

Our world is rapidly urbanizing. According to the United Nations, between 1990 and 2015, the percent of the world’s population living in urban areas grew from 43% to 54%. Estimates suggest that this trend will continue and that over 68% of the world’s population will call cities home by 2050, with the majority of urbanization occurring in African countries. This urbanization is already having a profound effect on global health and could significantly impact the epidemiology of infectious diseases. A better understanding of infectious disease risk factors specific to urban settings is needed to plan for and mitigate against future urban outbreaks. We conducted a systematic literature review of the Web of Science and PubMed databases to assess the risk factors for infectious diseases in the urban environments of sub-Saharan Africa. A search combining keywords associated with cities, migration, African countries, infectious disease, and risk were used to identify relevant studies. Original research and meta-analyses published between 2004 and 2019 investigating geographical and behavioral risk factors, changing disease distributions, or control programs were included in the study. The search yielded 3610 papers, and 106 met the criteria for inclusion in the analysis. Papers were categorized according to risk factors, geographic area, and study type. The papers covered 31 countries in sub-Saharan Africa with East Africa being the most represented sub-region. Malaria and HIV were the most frequent disease focuses of the studies. The results of this work can inform public health policy as it relates to capacity building and health systems strengthening in rapidly urbanizing areas, as well as highlight knowledge gaps that warrant additional research.

scholarly journals Use of routine death and illness surveillance data to provide insight for UK pandemic planning: lessons from COVID-19

BMJ Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. e044707
Author(s):  
Helen E Clough ◽  
K Marie McIntyre ◽  
Grace E Patterson ◽  
John P Harris ◽  
Jonathan Rushton
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Disease Burden ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Risk Groups ◽  
Surveillance Data ◽  
Care Staff ◽  
Mitigation Measures ◽  
Secondary Outcome ◽  
The Uk

ObjectivesReporting of COVID-19 cases, deaths and testing has often lacked context for appropriate assessment of disease burden within risk groups. The research considers how routine surveillance data might provide initial insights and identify risk factors, setting COVID-19 deaths early in the pandemic into context. This will facilitate the understanding of wider consequences of a pandemic from the earliest stage, reducing fear, aiding in accurately assessing disease burden and ensuring appropriate disease mitigation.SettingUK, 2020.ParticipantsThe study is a secondary analysis of routine, public domain, surveillance data and information from Office for National Statistics (ONS), National Health Service (NHS) 111 and Public Health England (PHE) on deaths and disease.Primary and secondary outcome measuresOur principal focus is ONS data on deaths mentioning COVID-19 on the death certificate. We also consider information provided in NHS 111 and PHE data summaries.ResultsDeaths with COVID-19 significantly contributed to, yet do not entirely explain, abnormally elevated all-cause mortality in the UK from weeks 12–18 of 2020. Early in the UK epidemic, COVID-19 was the greatest threat to those with underlying illness, rarely endangering people aged under 40 years. COVID-19-related death rates differed by region, possibly reflecting underlying population structure. Risk of COVID-19-related death was greater for healthcare and social care staff and black, Asian and minority ethnic individuals, having allowed for documented risk factors.ConclusionEarly contextualisation of public health data is critical to recognising who gets sick, when and why. Understanding at-risk groups facilitates a targeted response considering indirect consequences of society’s reaction to a pandemic alongside disease-related impacts. COVID-19-related deaths mainly mirror historical patterns, and excess non-COVID-19-related deaths partly reflect reduced access to and uptake of healthcare during lockdown. Future outbreak response will improve through better understanding of connectivity between disease monitoring systems to aid interpretation of disease risk patterns, facilitating nuanced mitigation measures.

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