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Factors Affecting The Utilization Of Antenatal Care Among Married Women Of Reproductive Age In The Rural Thatta, Pakistan: Findings From A Community-Based Case-Control Study, Sumera Aziz Ali, Savera Aziz Ali, Anam Feroz, Sarah Saleem, Zafar Fatmi, Muhammad Masood Kadir

Community Health Sciences

Background: There are differences in antenatal care (ANC) utilization between urban and rural areas of Pakistan. Although multiple factors have been studied affecting the utilization of general health care services, the effect of road network distance particularly on the utilization of ANC has not been assessed. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the association between road network distance from a health care facility and utilization of the ANC among women of reproductive age in Thatta Pakistan.
Methods: A community-based case-control study was conducted in district Thatta, Pakistan. Women who did not utilize ANC services during their last pregnancy were considered …

Impact Of Conflict On Maternal And Child Health Service Delivery: A Country Case Study Of Afghanistan, Mohammed Shafiq Mirzazada, Zahra Ali Padhani, Sultana Jabeen, Malika Fatima, Arjumand Rizvi, Uzair Ansari, Jai K. Das, Zulfiqar Ahmed Bhutta

Woman and Child Health

Introduction: Since decades, the health system of Afghanistan has been in disarray due to ongoing conflict. We aimed to explore the direct effects of conflict on provision of reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health and nutrition (RMNCAH&N) services and describe the contextual factors influencing these services.
Method: We conducted a quantitative analysis of secondary data on RMNCAH&N indicators and undertook a supportive qualitative study to help understand processes and contextual factors. For quantitative analysis, we stratified the various provinces of Afghanistan into minimal-, moderate- and severe conflict categories based on battle-related deaths from Uppsala Conflict Data Program (UCDP) and …

The Health Consequences Of Riot Control Methods, Austin Mcneill Brown

Population Health Research Brief Series

Riot control tactics pose a risk to the health and safety of protestors. This issue brief examines the health implications of riot control methods such as tear gas, pepper spray, and “less than lethal” munitions and the role of such techniques in recent protests.

Pneumocephalus And Facial Droop On An Airplane: A Case Report, Irina Sanjeevan-Cabeza, Morgan Oakland

Department of Emergency Medicine Faculty Papers

Introduction: Pneumocephalus (PNC) is most commonly associated with trauma or intracranial surgery, less commonly secondary to an infectious source, and is rarely caused by barotrauma.

Case report: A 32-year-old woman presented to the emergency department with complaint of resolved left-sided facial droop and a lingering paresthesia of her left upper extremity after a cross-country flight. Computed tomography demonstrated several foci of air in the subdural space consistent with PNC.

Conclusion: For PNC to occur there must be a persistent negative intracranial pressure gradient, with or without an extracranial pressure change. In this case the pressure change occurred due to cabin …

Assessment Of Healthcare Waste Management In Hospitals Of South Lebanon, Mona Tfaily, Salim Moussa

BAU Journal - Health and Wellbeing

Healthcare wastes (HCW) are produced in any healthcare setting during diagnosis, medical care, operation or injection process or during research studies. The management of such wastes is becoming a great issue since they pose many health risks and environmental damage. Hence, this study was carried out to assess the level of healthcare waste management in hospitals of South Lebanon. A cross sectional study was conducted in five hospitals located in South Lebanon (A, B, C, D and E). The Individualized Rapid Assessment Tool (I-RAT) developed in 2009 as part of the UNDP GEF Global Project on Healthcare Waste, was the …

Hospital-Acquired Infection Role In Unplanned Extubation Of Endotracheal Tubes In Critical Care Units In Lebanon, Ahmad El Tassi

BAU Journal - Health and Wellbeing

Controlling Hospital-acquired Infections remains the cornerstone for improving patient safety during hospitalization. It continues one of the most common and costly problems facing critically ill patients in intensive care units. Disrupting mechanical ventilation, commonly performed in the intensive care unit, via unplanned extubation, whether deliberate or accidental, is a nightmare to any critical care practitioner. The main purpose of this study was to investigate the role of Hospital-acquired Infections on unplanned extubation in adult critical care units at a Lebanese university hospital. A Case-control design was implemented. All medical records of patients admitted to critical care units over the last …

Effectiveness Of A Health Education Intervention About Influenza And Vaccine In Secondary Schools In South Lebanon, Israa Assaf, Salim Moussa

BAU Journal - Health and Wellbeing

Seasonal influenza is an intense respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that circulate all around the world. In Lebanon, there is a lack of national flu awareness campaigns. Schools’ students are truly outstanding and viable sources to spread the awareness and strive for the conduct change in the general population. Hence, this study was carried out to test the effectiveness of a health education intervention in improving the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) toward influenza and its vaccine among secondary schools’ students in South Lebanon. This is a Pre/Post research study conducted in four schools located in South Lebanon. A …

Concept Mapping Versus Traditional Teaching Method On Health Sciences’ Students’ Score, Mirna Fawaz, Ayman El Khatib, Germine El Kassas, Said El Shamieh

BAU Journal - Health and Wellbeing

In the recent years, health care systems have been dynamically changing which demanded modifications in health care education. Current educational models are becoming more and more obsolete in enhancing the professional level of both teachers and students. Concepts maps are effective tools in processing large amounts of information, comprehending new concepts, as well as in generating information and amplifying creativity levels. The aim of this study is to compare the concept mapping versus traditional teaching method on Health Sciences’ students’ score. A Quasi-experimental design was implemented in the study. The study revealed that there was a significant difference between learning …

Assessment Of The Occlusal Characteristics Of The Primary Dentition Among Lebanese Pre-School Children: A Base Line Study Cross-Sectional Study, Sherine B.Y. Badr, Sara H.Yahfoufi

BAU Journal - Health and Wellbeing

One of the most important goals in pediatric dentistry is to achieve and maintain a normal occlusion throughout the development of the child. Any deviation from the normal dentofacial growth pattern might lead to esthetic and functional problems in the future. These changes can be noticed during regular dental checkups, and actions can be taken to reduce their effect on the developing dentition. The aim of this study is to assess the occlusal characteristics of primary dentition in children under 6 years of age, attending the BAU output dental clinics and a number of private schools. This cross-sectional study was …

Pain Detection Threshold And Pain Tolerance Threshold In Shisha Smokers In Lebanon - A Health Hazard, Nariman Salem, Sara El Rawas, Rima Abou Chahine, Zouhour Alwan, Rouba Halime, Lara Chehade, Mohammad Abdallah

BAU Journal - Health and Wellbeing

Shisha smoking is a common method of tobacco smoking in the Mediterranean Region with prevalence ranging between 20% and 70%. Actually, shisha smoking is becoming increasingly popular method of tobacco smoking worldwide. Pain is a subjective experience influenced by genetic, developmental, familial, psychological, social and cultural variables. An increase in pain tolerance threshold (Ptt) ,which is defined as the highest intensity of painful stimulation that a tested subject is able to tolerate, was noticed with cigarette smoking. However, the relation between shisha smoking and pain detection threshold (Pdt), defined as the lowest intensity of a painful stimulus at which the …

Factors Affecting Metformin And Clomiphene’S Reproductive Efficacy In Pcos Women, Rita J. Poushuju, Ahmed I. El-Mallah, Lama T. Soubra, Lina N. Jarrah

BAU Journal - Health and Wellbeing

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a heterogeneous multifactorial disorder in which the ovarian dysfunction is the main cause of an ovulatory infertility. Metformin and Clomiphene Citrate (CC) are two effective drugs to induce ovulation in these patients. The study aimed to ascertain the effect of obesity, serum insulin and free testosterone levels on fertility success with metformin and CC as first line approaches in PCOS. This clinical study was a retrospective multicenter cohort study conducted in nine gynecology and endocrinology clinics. It included (61) PCOS women, aged (18-32) years, having desire to conceive, and free from the study medications for …

Effect Of Segmental Vibration On Hand And Pinch Grip Strengths In Healthy Subjects, Rami L. Abbas, Ayman El Khatib, Ibtissam M. Saab

BAU Journal - Health and Wellbeing

Handgrip and pinch strengths are important markers in many sports as well as in determining health status. Many interventions have been proposed for increasing hand muscle strength. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of segmental hand vibration on hand and pinch grip strengths. Ninety-two healthy university students were randomly assigned into two equal groups. By the end of the study, Group (A) and (B) consisted of 40 and 37 participants, respectively. The measurements consisted of the hand grip and pinch grip strengths using electronic dynamometer, measured in Kg, before, after three weeks, and after six weeks …

In Vitro Equivalence Study Of Generic Metformin Hydrochloride Tablets Under Biowaiver Conditions, Ruaa H. Al Arwadi, Azza A. K. Gazy, Lama Soubra, Rola D. Ajami

BAU Journal - Health and Wellbeing

Background: Generic drugs are smarter alternative to expensive brands, it is bio- equivalent formula of any branded drug. FDA approved that generic drugs are the safest to consume, the medicines meet the similar manufacturing standards followed while producing an innovator drug, however, the color, shape, taste and packaging of generics is different from the innovator product. In short, a generic drug should be bioequivalent to its brand counterpart. Metformin was initially marketed under the name of Glucophage®, and now the market is loaded by generics of different origin, and price variability. Method: Our study was conducted to determine whether metformin …

Effects Of A 6-Week Low-Carbohydrate High-Fat Diet On Lipid Profiles In Competitive Recreational Distance Runners, K. Scott, P. Prins, T. Noakes, G. Welton, A. Atwell, S. Haley, N. Esbenshade, J. Abraham, A. Raabe, J. Buxton, D. Ault

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Is Hormonal Contraceptive Use During Adolescence A Factor In Baseline Adult Muscle Mass And Function?, B. Sawester, A. Sydenstricker, J. Pina, D. Al Kuisi, M. Almady, J. Dowthwaite

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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The Effects Of Music On Perceived Intensity Of Exercise During A Submaximal Treadmill Test, Thariana Salazar, Ruth Georges, Rebecca Shumard, Anjuli Gairola

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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The Effect Of A Placebo On The Rotc Apft Test And Performance Perception, C. Saunders, K. Williams, C. Sebeck, E. Mcgee, K. Fitzgerald, S. Forlenza, J. Sanders

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Correlation Between Q-Angle, Arch Index, And Weight Distribution Dependent On Supination And Pronation While Walking, S. Sabbagh, M. Meloche, B. Dichiacchio, A. Roth, R. Kudrna, M. Beardsley

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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The Effect Of Acute Exercise On Mood Following A Cognitive Test Battery, J. Russo, E. Schramm, A. Venezia

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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The Physiological And Perceptual Responses Of Thoracic Load Carriage During Walking, B. Ronemus, A. Lesniak, C. Dixon

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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The Effect Of Music Tempo On Muscular Endurance During The Bench Press, G. Ressler, A. Lesniak, C. Dixon

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Cardiovascular Disease Associated With Occupational And Leisure-Time Activity: The Physical Activity Health Paradox In The United States, T. Quinn, P. Smith, Y. Seo, B. Gibbs

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Impact Forces Of Unilateral And Bilateral Landings In Various Ballet Jumps, M. Pulou, T. Standifird

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Normalization Removes Differences In Contractile Properties And Corticospinal Excitability Between Single- And Multi-Joint Exercises, F. Proessl, M. Canino, A. Sterczala, C. Dunn-Lewis, W. Conkright, A. Sinnott, M. Beckner, S. Eagle, F. Ferrarelli, A. Germain, C. Connaboy, B. Nindl, S. Flanagan

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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The Influence Of Social Evaluation On Heart Rate Variability And Motor Performance: A Study Of “Real-Life” Competition, K. Pietro, M. Costanzo, R. Goodman, L. Lo, H. Oh, J. Rietschel, M. Saffer, T. Bradberry, J. Contreras-Vidal, A. Haufler, B. Hatfield

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Lower Body Kinematics Do Not Differ Between Flat Ground And Mound Baseball Throwing, J. Perez, M. Crain, A. Venezia, B. Applequist

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Peak Height Velocity Maturity Offset Estimated From Cross-Sectional Vs. Longitudinal Growth Data, M. Pelowski, J. Minassian, T. Scerpella, J. Dowthwaite

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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High-Speed Treadmill Running Reduces Systemic Inflammation But Fails As Secondary Intervention For Peripheral Musculoskeletal Discomfort, R. Paul, T. Smith, A. Barr-Gillespie, M. Harris, M. Amin, S. Gallagher, M. Barbe

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Qualitative Analysis Of Patient Comments Regarding Adherence To An Exercise Oncology Rehabilitation Program, S. Parry, T. Yahner, K. Wonders, S. Lorusso

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Associations Of Sedentary Behavior And Moderate-Vigorous Intensity Physical Activity With Depressive Symptoms Throughout Pregnancy, J. Paley, B. Gibbs

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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