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Acceleration Return To Work Process After Accidents In The Manufacturing Industry – Literature Review, Lubna Sadat, Nurul Hidayah, Dede Iskandar
Acceleration Return To Work Process After Accidents In The Manufacturing Industry – Literature Review, Lubna Sadat, Nurul Hidayah, Dede Iskandar
Occupational and Environmental Medicine Journal of Indonesia
The manufacturing industry typically requires capacities on a large scale, increasing the risk of workplace accidents and illnesses. Thus, a stringent Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) guideline is needed, notably through early Return to Work (RTW) policies. In this review we explore how the acceleration of the RTW process influences employees, factories, and policy after accidents. Using a literature review approach, this research collected the data and information from from books, journals, and articles discussing the topic of OHS management in domestic and overseas factories.Acceleration of RTW included gradual task modifications, alternative tasks, and workstation adjustments to facilitate workers’ …
Examining The Relationship Between Shift Work And Diabetes Mellitus Among Nurses: An Evidence-Based Case Report, Angga Arifianto, Indah Suci Widyahening, Levina Chandra Khoe, M. Ikhsan Mokoagow
Examining The Relationship Between Shift Work And Diabetes Mellitus Among Nurses: An Evidence-Based Case Report, Angga Arifianto, Indah Suci Widyahening, Levina Chandra Khoe, M. Ikhsan Mokoagow
Occupational and Environmental Medicine Journal of Indonesia
Background : Work shifts could cause numerous health problems, such as sleep disorders, weight gain disorders, and unhealthy food intake consumption, leading to obesity and changes in blood glucose levels, that eventually lead to diabetes mellitus. This evidence-based case report aims to provide an evidence of association between shift work and the risk of diabetes mellitus among nurses.
Methods : We performed a literature searching from Pubmed, Embase, Cochrane, Scopus, and Google Scholar in September 2023 using keywords ‘shift work’ AND ‘diabetes’ AND ‘nurse’. We included studies that assessed the association between shift work and diabetes among nurses using observational …
Abstract Book Of The 16th Indonesian Occupational Medicine Update (Iomu)
Abstract Book Of The 16th Indonesian Occupational Medicine Update (Iomu)
Occupational and Environmental Medicine Journal of Indonesia
Jakarta, Indonesia, 2nd March to 4th March 2024
The Importance Of Indonesian Workers’ Psychosocial Health In Demographic Bonus, Dewi S. Soemarko
The Importance Of Indonesian Workers’ Psychosocial Health In Demographic Bonus, Dewi S. Soemarko
Occupational and Environmental Medicine Journal of Indonesia
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Prevention Of Tuberculosis Transmission Through Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Detection In The Air, Ni Njoman Juliasih, Eko Budi Koendhori, I Nyoman Semita
Prevention Of Tuberculosis Transmission Through Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Detection In The Air, Ni Njoman Juliasih, Eko Budi Koendhori, I Nyoman Semita
Kesmas
Tuberculosis (TB) is a dangerous and highly contagious disease. Global cases have increased since, and Indonesia is one of the countries with the highest number of TB cases. This study aimed to prevent TB transmission by analyzing air contamination. Air samples were taken from three primary health cares (PHCs) in Surabaya City, East Java Province, Indonesia, and cultured in Mycobacterium Growth Indicator Tube (MGIT) media. Of the 108 air samples collected, 36 came from the waiting room, 36 from the examination room, and 36 from the laboratory room. As a result, the waiting room (50%), examination room (16.7%), and laboratory …
Improving Mental Health Access Through Primary Care: Implementation Of A Generalized Anxiety Disorder Screening And Specialist Referral Protocol, Sydney L. Halliday, Jeremy Mills, Ashley Vasilik
Improving Mental Health Access Through Primary Care: Implementation Of A Generalized Anxiety Disorder Screening And Specialist Referral Protocol, Sydney L. Halliday, Jeremy Mills, Ashley Vasilik
Graduate Publications and Other Selected Works - Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
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Background: One in five rural residents experience anxiety. Specialty mental health services are often scarce in these communities, leading primary care providers (PCPs) to manage and treat these symptoms. This poses barriers to care, such as time constraints that delay the identification of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and referrals to mental health services.
Local Problem: This project aimed to address this high prevalence of anxiety among patients at a Tennessee primary care clinic without a GAD screening and referral process. The GAD Screening and Specialty Referral Toolkit was created with the aim to screen 60% of patients presenting for …
Increasing Uptake Of Cervical Cancer Screening: An Improvement Project, Devin M. Hammonds, Dr. Samantha Bauer, Sister Mary Lisa Renfer
Increasing Uptake Of Cervical Cancer Screening: An Improvement Project, Devin M. Hammonds, Dr. Samantha Bauer, Sister Mary Lisa Renfer
Graduate Publications and Other Selected Works - Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
BACKGROUND: Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in female patients worldwide. When cervical cancer is found in the early stages, the five-year survival rate is 91%. However, if it is not found until it reaches distal organs and tissues, the survival rate drops to 19%. Patient navigation programs are evidence-based ways to increase the uptake of recommended cancer screening.
LOCAL PROBLEM: The project took place in a mobile clinic serving uninsured patients in East Tennessee. The clinic utilizes both in-person and telehealth visits. Before implementation, the cervical cancer screening rate was 45%. The staff and administration of …
Hepatitis A Cases On The Rise And What Can Be Done About It, Dana Mccarney, Stephen Rawlings
Hepatitis A Cases On The Rise And What Can Be Done About It, Dana Mccarney, Stephen Rawlings
Journal of Maine Medical Center
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Central Nervous System Prophylaxis Utilization In Patients With Newly Diagnosed Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma Within A Large Community Health System, Michael J. Williams, Sol D. Atienza, Renee H. Aranda, Kayleigh B. Flint, Sherjeel Sana, Stephen C. Medlin, Zartash Gul, Federico A. Sanchez, Michael A. Thompson
Central Nervous System Prophylaxis Utilization In Patients With Newly Diagnosed Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma Within A Large Community Health System, Michael J. Williams, Sol D. Atienza, Renee H. Aranda, Kayleigh B. Flint, Sherjeel Sana, Stephen C. Medlin, Zartash Gul, Federico A. Sanchez, Michael A. Thompson
Journal of Patient-Centered Research and Reviews
Purpose: The impact of central nervous system (CNS) prophylaxis in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is contentious. The CNS International Prognostic Index (IPI) calculator offers prognostic guidance in identifying those patients who may be at highest risk of disease progression or relapse to the CNS. However, it is unclear whether this tool has guided clinician decision-making in a real-world setting. Studies have suggested that CNS prophylaxis may not offer clinically significant benefit in terms of preventing CNS disease progression. Given this, we investigated the utilization of CNS prophylaxis within our own population and documentation of the CNS-IPI score.
Methods: We …
An Epidemiological Study Of Tinea Corporis In Al-Najaf City, Ahmed Rashad Rasool, Amel Mustafa Kamil, Dhakam Mohammed Abbas
An Epidemiological Study Of Tinea Corporis In Al-Najaf City, Ahmed Rashad Rasool, Amel Mustafa Kamil, Dhakam Mohammed Abbas
Maaen Journal for Medical Sciences
Background: Dermatophytes are humans' and animals' primary causative agents in charge of cutaneous fungal infections. Understanding the epidemic behavior of dermatophytosis, such as Tinea corporis, which specifically affects the trunk, neck, and extremities, might aid in its prevention. Aim of the study: The study aims to determine the proportion of Tinea corporis and dermatophytosis, the clinical type distribution of dermatophytosis, and participant demographics for Tinea corporis. Method: a cross-sectional study focuses on individuals diagnosed with Tinea corporis in the three general hospitals in Al-Najaf City the study takes place from April 1st to July 31st. all cases with tinea corporis …
Community-Based Participatory Obesity Prevention Interventions In Rural Communities: A Scoping Review, Saagar Dhanjani, Haley Allen, Beatriz Varman, Chishinga Callender, Jayna M Dave, Debbe Thompson
Community-Based Participatory Obesity Prevention Interventions In Rural Communities: A Scoping Review, Saagar Dhanjani, Haley Allen, Beatriz Varman, Chishinga Callender, Jayna M Dave, Debbe Thompson
Library Staff Publications
Child obesity is a worldwide public health concern. In America, children from rural areas have greater odds of obesity in comparison to those from urban areas. Community-engaged research is important for all communities, particularly under-represented communities. This paper reports the results of a scoping review investigating community-engaged research in obesity prevention programs tested with school-aged children in rural America. A literature search of Medline Ovid was conducted to identify interventions reporting the results of obesity prevention interventions that promoted a healthy diet or physical activity (PA) behaviors to school-age children in rural communities of the United States (US). After title …
Characteristics Associated With Early Vs. Late Adoption Of Lung Cancer Screening, Christine S. Shusted, Jan M. Eberth, Hee-Soon Juon, Julie Barta
Characteristics Associated With Early Vs. Late Adoption Of Lung Cancer Screening, Christine S. Shusted, Jan M. Eberth, Hee-Soon Juon, Julie Barta
Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine Faculty Papers
Background: Although lung cancer screening (LCS) reduces lung cancer mortality among high-risk individuals, uptake overall remains low. With all cancer screening modalities, a period of diffusion among medical providers and the public is expected, with screening uptake exhibiting a distribution among early vs. late adoption. We aimed to characterize individuals undergoing LCS based upon the timeframe of screening adoption. Methods: This retrospective study examined patients who underwent LCS between January 2015 – December 2022 in a centralized LCS program. Based on United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) criteria for LCS, early and late adopters of LCS – defined by …
J Mich Dent Assoc July 2024
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association
Every month, the Journal of the Michigan Dental Association provides news, information, and features about Michigan dentistry to our state's oral health community and the MDA's 6,200+ members. It is the primary publication reaching Michigan dentists.
The July issue of the Michigan Dental Association (MDA) journal focuses on the member and public value of the association's Public Education Campaign through a cover story "Smile Brighter Michigan!". It also features articles on:
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How to get value from your MDA membership
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Joining the MDA Forensic Dental Team
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A new professional column, News you need, an editorial and regular department articles covering MDA …
Mixed-Methods Assessment Of Farmworkers’ Perceptions Of Workplace Compliance With Worker Protection Standards And Implications For Risk Perceptions And Protective Behaviors, Carly Hyland, Lisa Meierotto, Rebecca L. Som Castellano, Cynthia L. Curl
Mixed-Methods Assessment Of Farmworkers’ Perceptions Of Workplace Compliance With Worker Protection Standards And Implications For Risk Perceptions And Protective Behaviors, Carly Hyland, Lisa Meierotto, Rebecca L. Som Castellano, Cynthia L. Curl
Public Health and Population Science Faculty Publications and Presentations
Introduction: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Worker Protection Standards is the primary set of legislation aimed at protecting farmworkers from occupational pesticide exposure in the United States. Previous studies suggest that worker adoption of Pesticide Protective Behaviors (PPBs) promoted by WPS is associated with lower urinary pesticide concentrations. However, adoption of PPBs is often outside of the control of individual farmworkers and dependent on workplace factors such as employer provisioning of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and access to trainings/resources.
Methods: We conducted a mixed-method study including urinary pesticide biomonitoring, surveys, and interviews with 62 Latinx farmworkers in southwestern Idaho from …
Smile Brighter, Michigan: Inside The Mda Public Education Campaign, Rich Evans
Smile Brighter, Michigan: Inside The Mda Public Education Campaign, Rich Evans
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association
The Michigan Dental Association's (MDA) Public Education Campaign, active for over three decades, aims to improve oral health and encourage visits to MDA-member dentists across Michigan. Funded by member dues, the campaign uses digital advertising and the smilemichigan.com website to educate the public. Key initiatives include the Find-A-Dentist tool, the "Healthy Mouth, Healthy Body" program, and various community outreach efforts. Upcoming features include the "Story Behind Every Smile" campaign, highlighting personal stories about the impact of dental health. By promoting proactive oral care, the MDA supports better overall health for Michigan residents.
Exploring The Relationships Between Food Insecurity, Wic Participation, Early Life Feeding Practices, Diversity Of Dietary Exposures, And Diet Quality In The First Two Years Of Life, Vivian M. Drewelow
Master's Theses
Diet quality during early childhood is a strong predictor of mental and physical outcomes, as well as future diet quality. Although many factors determine diet quality during childhood, food insecurity is a significant predictor of lower diet quality. On the other hand, participation in nutrition assistant programs, such as the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is a significant predictor of higher diet quality. In addition, specific feeding practices, including timing of complementary food and beverage (CFB) introduction, types of CFB introduced early, and diversity of dietary exposures (DD), in the first year may predict future …
From Academia To Action: The Aligncare Journey In Pet Health Equity, Michael J. Blackwell Dvm, Mph, Candice Hinkle Mba, Katy H. Carpenter, Linda Daugherty Mpa, T' Fisher, Kayla Anderson Mssw, Jamie Clanin Dvm, Brittany Permaul Mph, Beth Fagiola
From Academia To Action: The Aligncare Journey In Pet Health Equity, Michael J. Blackwell Dvm, Mph, Candice Hinkle Mba, Katy H. Carpenter, Linda Daugherty Mpa, T' Fisher, Kayla Anderson Mssw, Jamie Clanin Dvm, Brittany Permaul Mph, Beth Fagiola
Social Work Publications and Other Works
Imagine a future where every family, regardless of their financial situation, has access to the veterinary care their beloved pets need, along with essential services such as housing and transportation. In this vision of aligned communities, pets are recognized as integral family members, and their well-being is vital to the entire family's health and happiness. AlignCare offers a pathway to this future by providing a comprehensive, community based One Health system that aligns resources and services to support families holistically.
This report details the research, development, and testing of AlignCare by the Program for Pet Health Equity at the University …
Veterans In Focus: Disability And Veterans In Rural America, Hannah W. Pepprock, Lillie Greiman, University Of Montana Rural Institute
Veterans In Focus: Disability And Veterans In Rural America, Hannah W. Pepprock, Lillie Greiman, University Of Montana Rural Institute
Health and Wellness
There are an estimated 17 million Veterans living throughout the United States. Relative to the general population, Veterans are more likely to experience disability. Veterans are also disproportionately represented in rural areas across the U.S. As people with disabilities are also disproportionately represented in rural areas, it is valuable to explore the intersection between veteran status, disability, and rurality. This analysis uses publicly available date from the American Community Survey to examine service-connected disability rating status and the ACS-6 questions on functional ability as they related to U.S. regions and rurality.
Parental View On Hpv Vaccination, Rebecca Elaine Rhodes
Parental View On Hpv Vaccination, Rebecca Elaine Rhodes
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
The human papillomavirus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted infection widely seen in the United States. Millions of Americans are affected by it each year, especially those in their late teens and early 20s. Although most infections will resolve on their own, 1 in 10 will lead to health problems such as cancer. The HPV vaccine can prevent over 90% of associated precancers and cancers. However, uptake of the HPV vaccine and its completion among adolescents are significantly lower than other recommended adolescent immunizations, falling short of the Healthy People 2030 goal of 80% coverage. Understanding parental attitudes, beliefs, and perceptions …
Empowering Nonmedical Personnel To Detect Scabies In Endemic Area Using Deskab Instrument: A Diagnostic Study, Sandra Widaty, Aria Kekalih, Dewi Friska, Kusmarinah Bramono, Siti Maulidya Sari, Irene Darmawan, Yufanti Sujudi, David Dwiadiputra Hartanto, Emiliana Kartika, Nikken Rima Oktavia
Empowering Nonmedical Personnel To Detect Scabies In Endemic Area Using Deskab Instrument: A Diagnostic Study, Sandra Widaty, Aria Kekalih, Dewi Friska, Kusmarinah Bramono, Siti Maulidya Sari, Irene Darmawan, Yufanti Sujudi, David Dwiadiputra Hartanto, Emiliana Kartika, Nikken Rima Oktavia
Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology & Venereology Indonesia
Background: Scabies has been added to World Health Organization (WHO) list of neglected tropical disease in 2017. Various methods have been developed to control scabies in highly prevalent communities. In this study we conducted a diagnostic study to evaluate the performance of scabies detection by trained nonmedical personnel (NMP) using Deteksi Skabies (Deskab) instrument which has been validated for NMP.
Methods: Eight NMPs in a boarding school were trained to detect scabies using DeSkab instrument. The NMPs diagnosis were compared to diagnosis of 10 medical doctors. The study was conducted in a religion-affiliated boarding school in West Java, Indonesia. Both …
Getting Precise About Gender And Sex Measurement: A Primer For Epidemiologists, Arjee J. Restar, Elle Lett, Neia Prata Menezes, Andrea R. Molino, Tonia C. Poteat, Lorraine Dean, Jennifer L. Glick, Kellan E. Baker, S Wilson Cole
Getting Precise About Gender And Sex Measurement: A Primer For Epidemiologists, Arjee J. Restar, Elle Lett, Neia Prata Menezes, Andrea R. Molino, Tonia C. Poteat, Lorraine Dean, Jennifer L. Glick, Kellan E. Baker, S Wilson Cole
School of Public Health Faculty Publications
Accurately measuring gender and sex is crucial in public health and epidemiology. Iteratively reexamining how variables-including gender and sex-are conceptualized and operationalized is necessary to achieve impactful research. Reexamining gender and sex advances epidemiology toward its goals of health promotion and disease elimination. While we cannot reduce the complexities of sex and gender to simply an issue of measurement, striving to capture these concepts and experiences accurately must be an ongoing dialogue and practice-to the benefit of the field and population health. We assert that epidemiology must counteract misconceptions and accurately measure gender and sex in epidemiology. We aim to …
Burnout And Health Scores Among Residency Programs As An Indicator Of Wellness, Hannah Manzi, Jon Halling, Nayda Parisio Poldiak, Suzanne Perkins
Burnout And Health Scores Among Residency Programs As An Indicator Of Wellness, Hannah Manzi, Jon Halling, Nayda Parisio Poldiak, Suzanne Perkins
HCA Healthcare Journal of Medicine
Background
With long hours, significant responsibilities, and a heavy workload, residency can be an incredibly stressful experience. The aim of our study was to assess the impact of residency on mental health and wellness. A secondary aim was to determine if the post-graduate year (PGY) of the different residents impacted their mental health or ability to cope with the stressors of residency.
Methods
Residents in anesthesiology, family medicine, internal medicine, and surgery were invited to complete a survey. The first portion of the survey had residents rank their mental health on a scale from 1 to 5. There was also …
Lifestyle Medicine For The Health Care Worker, Workplace, And Community Well-Being: A Butterfly Effect, Karina Doucet, Nicholas D'Angelo
Lifestyle Medicine For The Health Care Worker, Workplace, And Community Well-Being: A Butterfly Effect, Karina Doucet, Nicholas D'Angelo
HCA Healthcare Journal of Medicine
Burnout is a prevalent and expensive problem in the US, and the National Plan For Health Workforce Well-Being included a goal to institutionalize well-being as a long-term value. Lifestyle Medicine (LM), an evidence-based practice using behavioral interventions to treat, prevent, and reverse certain chronic conditions, can achieve this goal. Implementing small changes in the workplace that support lifestyle medicine has a butterfly effect on both workplace and community well-being. Furthermore, the health of health care workers (HCWs) and patients improves, and health care costs decrease. This can be done with LM wellness programs or LM training for HCWs. LM wellness …
Pbpa Creating Pathways To Ensure Patients Are Using Their Inhaled Medications Effectively, Suzan Michelle Collins, Heather Blake, Chandler Blodgett, Sue Vermette, Martine Eon
Pbpa Creating Pathways To Ensure Patients Are Using Their Inhaled Medications Effectively, Suzan Michelle Collins, Heather Blake, Chandler Blodgett, Sue Vermette, Martine Eon
Operations Transformation
Problem: Patients do not consistently know how to prepare, use and/or clean their inhalers effectively.
Impact: When patients do not consistently know how to prepare, use and/or clean their inhalers effectively they are in fact, not receiving the benefit from their prescribed medication.
They experience poor patient outcomes and overall poor patient experience.
- Increased calls to provider offices for unresolved, worsening symptoms and/or complications. (Thrush, hoarseness, cardiac symptoms etc.)
- Increased same day office visits.
- Patient crowding in Urgent Care and/or Emergency Department.
- Hospital Admissions.
- Increase in emotional and financial stress from missing school and/or work.
- Increase in referrals to specialists …
A Comparison Of Menstrual Health And Well-Being Among Adolescent Girls In Urban And Rural Areas Of The Belegavi District: A Crossectional Study, Arati Mahishale, Nagma Khan
A Comparison Of Menstrual Health And Well-Being Among Adolescent Girls In Urban And Rural Areas Of The Belegavi District: A Crossectional Study, Arati Mahishale, Nagma Khan
Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice
Background: Due to their relationship with several health hazards, menstrual hygiene management (MHM) and awareness are major public health concerns in both urban and rural settings. This study examined the awareness of MHM among adolescent girls in Belagavi and assessed their knowledge and understanding of menstruation and related taboos.
Methods: In the Belagavi District of Karnataka, India, a cross-sectional, community-based observational study was carried out. About 380 (as 8 were excluded) menstruating adolescent girls between the ages of 12 and 18 who attended different convent and government schools were included in the study. IBM SPSS version 20 was used to …
Adolescent Obesogenic Behaviors: The Influence Of Race/Ethnicity, Generation Status, Acculturation, And Tme Lived Outside The United States, Tien D. Vo, Alisha H. Redelfs, Mackay Graper, Lori A. Spruance
Adolescent Obesogenic Behaviors: The Influence Of Race/Ethnicity, Generation Status, Acculturation, And Tme Lived Outside The United States, Tien D. Vo, Alisha H. Redelfs, Mackay Graper, Lori A. Spruance
Journal of Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences
Children living with obesity are at higher risk for chronic disease. Dietary behaviors, sedentary time, and physical activity contribute to the risk of developing obesity. The purpose of this research was to identify associations between acculturation and race/ethnicity influences on obesogenic behaviors in middle school students. A national convenience sample of diverse U.S. children (11–14) was recruited to participate in an online survey (N = 615). Dietary behaviors, including fruit and vegetable consumption (F/V) and sugar-sweetened beverage consumption (SSB), as well as screen time and physical activity, were quantified. Multivariable regression models (linear and logistic) were built. We analyzed …
What Do Extension And Public Health Educators Need To Address Substance Misuse?, Lisa Washburn, Karen Franck
What Do Extension And Public Health Educators Need To Address Substance Misuse?, Lisa Washburn, Karen Franck
The Journal of Extension
Limited organizational capacity has hindered Extension’s ability to address substance misuse in communities. To inform capacity-building efforts, we obtained Extension educator and health educator feedback on opportunities, challenges and resource needs using the Delphi technique. Opportunities included collaboration and partnerships with local entities. Stigma, inadequate resources, and limited knowledge and skills of educators were challenges. Top resource needs were updated youth curricula, funding, and clear guidance on what educators can do and what should be referred externally. Findings provide insights to educator perceptions and suggest additional training and resources needed to implement evidence-based approaches to address substance misuse.
Identifying Overdose Risk Factors For People Hospitalized With Injection Drug Use-Associated Infections In Maine, Melanie Mait, Kim Murray, Tania D. Strout, Kinna Thakarar
Identifying Overdose Risk Factors For People Hospitalized With Injection Drug Use-Associated Infections In Maine, Melanie Mait, Kim Murray, Tania D. Strout, Kinna Thakarar
Journal of Maine Medical Center
Introduction: The overdose crisis continues to be a significant problem, particularly in rural states such as Maine. The objectives of this study were to: 1) describe demographic and health characteristics and 2) identify overdose risk factors among people in Maine hospitalized with injection drug use (IDU)-associated infections.
Methods: We performed descriptive analysis of demographics, health characteristics, and injection practices, stratified by lifetime history of overdose. We conducted an exploratory logistic regression analysis, controlling for gender, homelessness, having experienced an emergency department (ED) visit in the past 3-months, and endorsement of injecting alone in the past 30 days to examine …
Prevalence And Relevant Factors Of Nocturia And Its Impact On Sleep Quality In Chinese University Students, Yakai Liu, Zhenwei Zhang, Huijie Hu, Xiangfei He, Pengchao Xu, Qifeng Dou, Cuiping Song, Huiqing Zhang, Israel Franco, Konstantinos Kamperis, Søren Rittig, Jianguo Wen
Prevalence And Relevant Factors Of Nocturia And Its Impact On Sleep Quality In Chinese University Students, Yakai Liu, Zhenwei Zhang, Huijie Hu, Xiangfei He, Pengchao Xu, Qifeng Dou, Cuiping Song, Huiqing Zhang, Israel Franco, Konstantinos Kamperis, Søren Rittig, Jianguo Wen
Student and Faculty Publications
The purpose of this study was to investigate the prevalence and relevant factors of nocturia and its impact on sleep quality in university students in Mainland China. A large-scale survey was conducted on 14,000 university students from 3 universities in Henan province, China by using an anonymous questionnaire. The questionnaire collected the information from the past six months. The relationships between the prevalence of nocturia and its relevant factors were evaluated. A total of 13,874 questionnaires were collected and 13,104 qualified for statistical analysis. A total of 659 students suffered from clinically relevant nocturia (CRN) (4.56% in male and 5.34% …
Biofeedback Gaming For Substance Use Disorder, Rebecca L. Chevrel
Biofeedback Gaming For Substance Use Disorder, Rebecca L. Chevrel
University Honors Theses
Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and stress are often predictive of one another, bidirectionally causal, and mutually intensifying. This thesis describes the bi-directional connection between physiological stress-modulating systems and Substance Use Disorder, and explores some emerging biofeedback stress-reduction gaming technology as a potential adjunct to recovery treatments. Improving autonomic balance, often described by Heart Rate Variability, has been shown to be beneficial for physical and psychological recovery, as well as improving self-control. For this reason, regular biofeedback for stress relief could be helpful in augmenting SUD treatment and preventing relapse. This exploration found that presenting it through a gaming lens may …