scholarly journals Pandemic of Paradoxes: The Indirect Global Health Impacts of COVID-19

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
M.R. Leipnik
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Alcohol Consumption ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Automobile Accidents ◽  
Beer Consumption ◽  
Initial Reduction ◽  
Seasonal Flu ◽  
Paradoxical Consequence ◽  
Health Experts

The indirect impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on several public health issues will be examined in the context of its impacts on multiple nations around the world. Not all possible health aspects of COVID-19 that are indirectly related to the disease will be examined. The ones chosen are: I. influenza, II. suicide, III. alcohol consumption, IV. fatal automobile accidents and V. birth rates. In each of these cases COVID-19 has had a paradoxical impact. Although COVID-19 is a dangerous respiratory virus, there has not been a synergism with the influenza virus as initially feared by some public health experts. In fact, there has been a global nonappearance of seasonal flu; a good, though indirect, paradoxical consequence of COVID-19. But most other paradoxical health consequences of COVID-19 have been largely negative, these include an increase in suicide but unexpectedly an initial reduction and changes in suicide patterns in many countries, an increase in alcohol consumption but paradoxically a reduction in beer consumption, some evidence of an increase in fatal automobile accidents (at least on a per mile driven basis) and of monumental long term global consequence, a significant decline in births in many major nations.

Pharmacoepidemiology of psychotropic drugs: examples of current research challenges on major public health issues

2009 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 107-113 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hélène Verdoux ◽  
Marie Tournier ◽  
Bernard Bégaud
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Prenatal Exposure ◽  
Psychotropic Drugs ◽  
Antipsychotic Drugs ◽  
Population Level ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Research Challenges ◽  
The Impact

SummaryBackground– As a large number of persons are exposed to prescribed psychotropic drugs, their utilisation and impact should be further explored at the population level.Aims– To illustrate the interest of pharmacoepidemiological studies of psychotropic drugs by selected examples of major public health issues.Method– Selective review of the literature. Results – Many questions remain unsolved regarding the behavioural teratogenicity of prenatal exposure to psychotropic drugs, the impact of their increasing use in children, the long-term cognitive consequences of exposure to benzodiazepines, and the risks associated with extension of indications of antipsychotic drugs.Conclusion– Pharmacoepidemiological studies need to be further developed owing to the large number of public health questions raised by the extensive and expanding use of psychotropic drugs.

scholarly journals Pseudomonas Infection of the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Health and Public Health Issues

2017 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 33-39 ◽  
Author(s):  
I. Malachovsky ◽  
M. Janickova ◽  
J. Stasko ◽  
M. Kasaj ◽  
V. Sadlonova ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Infectious Disease ◽  
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa ◽  
Temporomandibular Joint ◽  
Scientific Literature ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Malignant External Otitis ◽  
Pseudomonas Infection ◽  
Microbial Agent

Abstract The authors describe a case of a rare infectious disease of intra-articular tissues of the temporomandibular joint caused mainly by Pseudomonas aeruginosa. In scientific literature, under the heading invasive (malignant) external otitis, we can find cases of an infectious disease of the external acoustic meatus caused by a microbial agent of Pseudomonas aeruginosa which can subsequently penetrate into structures. However, a primary affliction of the abovementioned structures has not been described. Localisation and severity of the infection requires long-term and massive treatment with antibiotics.

scholarly journals Public Health in Russian Medias Edit Programs: Results of an Experiment

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 704-718
Author(s):  
Varvara Kazhberova
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Theoretical Model ◽  
Mass Media ◽  
Pilot Test ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Pilot Testing ◽  
Present Context ◽  
The Mass Media ◽  
The Impact

The article is a part of a work series dealing with media studies of formation of the institute of public health. The concept of the institute includes public efforts intended to support and provide for the health of the population, which is impossible without the Media’s participation. However, due to various reasons, the Mass Media can’t currently be active participants in the field of public health. One of these reasons is that many media-agents don’t realize their opportunities, goals and objectives, which results in a lack of practical methods and algorithms of work. The purpose of the article is to report the pilot test of a specially designed theoretical model of the media’s operation as stakeholder of the institute of public health. This model in the present context is understood as a particular form of scholarly knowledge consisting of a number of constructs that meet the objectives of the study. With the opportunities of journalism in terms of systemic reporting public health issues previously studied by the author, the theoretical model is aimed at long-term EDIT programs that take into account the impact of the competitive environment. It also adds to the Media’s approaches to coverage of public health issues, and helps to find ways of solving strategic and tactic tasks related to covering the future information agenda. The method of pilot-testing chosen to check the efficiency of the model is one of the most complicated methods of empirical research. The pilot test itself was all-Russian contest of EDIT programs of the mass media and blog-sphere "Public health: its purpose, themes, and genres". The process and analyzed results of the pilot-testing prove the efficiency of the theoretical model, as well as provide practical propositions and demonstrate more opportunities for the mass media to cover the theme of public health.

scholarly journals Co-creating nature-based solutions for healthy and sustainable cities: Urban public health approach

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
J Skodra ◽  
S Zorita ◽  
I Garcia Perez ◽  
S Moebus
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Local Community ◽  
Theory Of Change ◽  
Sustainable Cities ◽  
Long Term Outcomes ◽  
Population Groups ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Health Experts

Abstract Issue Urban green spaces are necessary for developing healthy and sustainable cities. Benefits of Nature-based solutions (NBS) that increase the amount and quality of urban green go beyond environmental aspects (noise/air pollution mitigation) and have positive impact on mental health, active lifestyles and social cohesion. However, there is a need for the transdisciplinary co-creation processes including multidisciplinary partners and local community to ensure that different population groups use NBS and that health, social and environmental benefits are maximised. The Horizon2020 project CLEVER Cities (2018-2023) focuses on the development of NBS in deprived areas to address health, socio-economic and ecological challenges in a transdisciplinary co-creation approach. Description The three pilot cities, Hamburg, London and Milan, have formed Urban Innovation Partnerships (UIP) based on the stakeholder mapping. Each UIP involves citizens, companies, universities and local authorities to support CLEVER Action Labs (CAL) as alliances of local actors involved in the co-creation and assessment of place-based NBS interventions. The Theory of Change method (impact chain) was used to structure the transdisciplinary process, by initially determining the desired long-term outcomes related to the above-mentioned challenges. Proceeding from the identification of the local conditions, the necessary “outputs” were identified to achieve short-term and intermediate outcomes, which themselves lead to the determined long-term outcomes. Results/lessons Preliminary results show that Theory of Change provides a good structure for transdisciplinary discussions as well as an overview of a complex transformative change, underlying assumptions and unintended negative effects. Involving urban public health experts is essential to determine the relationship between different NBS and health outcomes, to maximize health benefits for all population groups and to reduce potential side effects. Key messages Inclusion of local community in the collaborative co-creation process is essential to ensure that NBS is adapted to their needs and that the desired health and wellbeing outcomes are achieved. The involvement of urban public health experts in the Theory of Change is essential to raise the awareness about the relationship between NBS interventions, their use and multiple health outcomes.

Applying Knowledge Management in Public Health Intervention

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 1-17
Author(s):  
Iffat Tasnim Haque ◽  
Youji Kohda
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Developing Countries ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Public Health Intervention ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
School Students ◽  
Community People ◽  
Multi Stakeholder

Street food safety (SFS) has become an emerging public health concern in most developing countries like Bangladesh. Interventions are trying to improve the sector; however, a lack of coordination and value co-creation between macro and micro-level stakeholders strongly impedes the achievement of long-term benefits. Therefore, community participation is needed to achieve a multi-stakeholder partnership (MSP) and community-based knowledge management (KM) for a successful intervention. The purpose of this study is to identify secondary school students as KM tools to facilitate knowledge management activities. The action research was conducted using community people in two major cities in Bangladesh. Based on the findings, students can act as KM tools who can facilitate coordination and value co-creation process. A conceptual framework has been proposed to understand the MSP and KM concepts where the integrated strategy of those two concepts not only develops a sustainable solution for the SFS system but also can be applied to many other public health issues in developing countries.

scholarly journals Cannabis vaping: Understanding the health risks of a rapidly emerging trend

2020 ◽  
Vol 25 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S16-S20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nicholas Chadi ◽  
Claudia Minato ◽  
Richard Stanwick
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Risks ◽  
Public Health Issue ◽  
Canadian Youth ◽  
Toxic Emissions ◽  
Sense Of Security ◽  
False Sense ◽  
Mode Of Consumption ◽  
Health Experts

Abstract The rapid emergence of youth vaping has completely changed the landscape of adolescent substance use in Canada and has become a pressing public health issue of our time. While nicotine remains the most common substance encountered in vaping devices, cannabis vaping is now reported by one-third of youth who vape. Though cannabis vaping is thought to generate fewer toxic emissions than cannabis smoking, it has been associated with several cases of acute lung injury and often involves high-potency forms of cannabis, exposing youth to several acute and long-term health risks. The low perceived riskiness of cannabis as a substance and of vaping as a mode of consumption may bring a false sense of security and be particularly appealing for youth who may be looking for a ‘healthier way’ to use substances. While research is still lacking on how best to support youth who may have already initiated cannabis vaping, concerted efforts among paediatric providers, public health experts, schools, communities, and families are urgently needed to limit the spread of cannabis vaping among Canadian youth.

Applying Knowledge Management in Public Health Intervention

2021 ◽  
pp. 695-713
Author(s):  
Iffat Tasnim Haque ◽  
Youji Kohda
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Developing Countries ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Public Health Intervention ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
School Students ◽  
Community People ◽  
Multi Stakeholder

Street food safety (SFS) has become an emerging public health concern in most developing countries like Bangladesh. Interventions are trying to improve the sector; however, a lack of coordination and value co-creation between macro and micro-level stakeholders strongly impedes the achievement of long-term benefits. Therefore, community participation is needed to achieve a multi-stakeholder partnership (MSP) and community-based knowledge management (KM) for a successful intervention. The purpose of this study is to identify secondary school students as KM tools to facilitate knowledge management activities. The action research was conducted using community people in two major cities in Bangladesh. Based on the findings, students can act as KM tools who can facilitate coordination and value co-creation process. A conceptual framework has been proposed to understand the MSP and KM concepts where the integrated strategy of those two concepts not only develops a sustainable solution for the SFS system but also can be applied to many other public health issues in developing countries.

scholarly journals Kluczowe zagadnienia dotyczące projektowania i realizacji programów polityki zdrowotnej

2019 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
pp. 203-216
Author(s):  
Monika Patyna ◽  
Aneta Płusa ◽  
Anna Ziębińska
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Policy ◽  
Local Government ◽  
Local Governments ◽  
Monitoring And Evaluation ◽  
Design Assessment ◽  
The Public ◽  
To Receive ◽  
Health Experts

The design, assessment, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of health policy programs Health policy programs (HPP) are since 2004 one of the available paths of implementing public health tasks by local government units (LGUs). The design, assessment, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of HPP is regulated by the Act on the provision of health services financed from public funds. In 2009 an obligation to receive opinions on HPP projects from the Agency for Health Technology Assessment and Tariffs (AOTMiT, agency) has been introduced. Considering the increasing trend of HPP projects numbers sent for opinionizing by the Agency, this form of healthrelated activity is more frequently and willingly chosen by local government units. The experience of both LGUs and the Agency related to previously executed HPP in Poland indicates, that despite statutory changes and attempts to clarify the entries regarding this form of public health tasks in Poland, questions and doubts regarding the design, assessment and implementation of HPP still occur. Another issue discussed by the experts is whether HPP should become a mandatory task of local governments or whether they only supplement the public health system. In addition, an important subject of discussion by public health experts concerns the evaluation of health policy programs. There is an emphasis on the importance of designing HPP in a way that ensures implementation and performing actions that bring long-term health effects in the population. It also seems important to support this form of local governments activity in both substantive and financial terms. The Agency is one of the institutions that has an important role to play in supporting local government units in developing HPP projects of the highest quality, which has a direct impact on their effectiveness, satisfying health needs and improving the health of the population.

scholarly journals The public health implications of assisted reproductive technologies

2010 ◽  
Vol 30 (4) ◽  
pp. 119-124
Author(s):  
R. Deonandan
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Assisted Reproductive Technologies ◽  
Preterm Births ◽  
Reproductive Technologies ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Health Implications ◽  
The Public ◽  
Short And Long Term

Objective The public health implications of Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART) are largely unknown by researchers and policy makers alike. Outcomes need to be considered, not just as clinical issues, but in terms of effect on public health. Methods Using a qualitative key informant process involving interviews with selected professionals and a review of the medical literature, eight general themes of public health issues associated with ART were identified, and are discussed. Recommendations Short and long-term health outcomes of women undergoing ART procedures, and of their offspring, need to be considered, as do the epidemiological risks associated with donated gametes and the effect on health services of multiple and preterm births, both produced in higher rates by ART. A national surveillance system and greater inter-jurisdictional communication are important strategies for addressing these evolving concerns.

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