Determinants of COVID-19 vaccination intention in Central and Eastern Europe: A cross-sectional study in Poland, Romania, and Slovenia
ConclusionsThe study results deliver suggestions for developing appropriate vaccine uptake programs and campaigns that should consider presenting the positive outcomes of vaccines via official sources and traditional media based on scientific evidence and medical professionals ’ knowledge. (Source: Archives of Public Health)
Source: Archives of Public Health - April 30, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
The cost-efficacy of a healthy food box for managing hypertension within a native American population: a group randomized controlled trial
ConclusionsDirect delivery of healthy foods and checks that can only be spent on produce are a potentially cost-effective intervention for the management of hypertension among Native American women with stage 1 hypertension. Further research is needed to understand why we found an impact only for this group. (Source: Archives of Public Health)
Source: Archives of Public Health - April 26, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Protocol for the development of a consensus practice guideline To address clinical and regulatory barriers to buprenorphine dispensing in community pharmacy
DiscussionThe guideline development process aims to incorporate the perspectives of multiple stakeholders and emphasize the importance of addressing the regulatory and pharmacy-specific aspects of care in addition to clinical evidence and guidance. The development of this guideline will provide targeted, multidisciplinary guidance for pharmacists, improving access to safe and effective opioid use disorder treatment in the community setting.PreregistrationThis protocol was registered with the Open Science Framework in March of 2023. Registration may be found at:https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/6S9DY. (Source: Archives of Public Health)
Source: Archives of Public Health - April 25, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
A study about the impact of indoor air pollution on cognitive function among middle-aged and older adult people in India
ConclusionsFindings revealed that cognitive function is negatively associated with IAP, demanding a deep intervention plan to minimize the detrimental effect. (Source: Archives of Public Health)
Source: Archives of Public Health - April 25, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
“We’re sinking”: a qualitative interview-based study on stakeholder perceptions of structural and process limitations to the Canadian healthcare system
ConclusionCanadians in our sample identified important structural and process limitations to the Canadian healthcare system. Meaningful reforms are needed and will require addressing the link between the Canadian identity and our healthcare system to facilitate effective development and implementation of strategies to improve population health outcomes. (Source: Archives of Public Health)
Source: Archives of Public Health - April 25, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Factors influencing the commissioning and implementation of health and social care interventions for people with dementia: commissioner and stakeholder perspectives
ConclusionSeveral barriers and facilitators for commissioning and implementing health and social care interventions for people with dementia were identified which need to be addressed. Recommended actions to facilitate the commissioning and implementation of dementia friendly services are: 1) map out local needs, 2) evidence the intervention including effectiveness and cost-effectiveness, 3) create/utilise networks with stakeholders, and 4) plan required resources. (Source: Archives of Public Health)
Source: Archives of Public Health - April 23, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Menstrual and reproductive factors associated with risk of breast cancer among Indian women: a cross sectional study from National Family Health Survey, 2019-21
ConclusionThe results of the study confirm the role of menstrual and reproductive factors in breast cancer in Indian women. Therefore, our findings are imperative for developing breast cancer prevention strategies and better preparedness. Creating awareness and providing knowledge on cancer could be key strategies for the reduction of breast cancer in Indian reproductive age group women. (Source: Archives of Public Health)
Source: Archives of Public Health - April 23, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Childhood migration experience and adult health: evidence from China ’s rural migrants
ConclusionCME can significantly improve adult health, including physical and mental health, and the positive effect is more obvious among women, helping to reduce gender differences in health. For the migration distance, attention can be focused on the long-distance migrating individuals, who should get more support. (Source: Archives of Public Health)
Source: Archives of Public Health - April 22, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Health impacts of a cold wave and its economic loss assessment in China ’s high-altitude city, Xining
ConclusionThe findings underscore the vulnerability and economic losses of high-altitude cities to cold spells. Implementing interventions such as improved heating, educational programs, and community support is vital for mitigating these adverse health effects. (Source: Archives of Public Health)
Source: Archives of Public Health - April 18, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Patterns and trends of medicinal poisoning substances: a population-based cohort study of injuries in 0 –11 year old children from 1998–2018
ConclusionsPoisonings from DWRDs decreased by 33%, while paracetamol poisonings increased by 43% during the study period. There was a gradient by area-level socioeconomic deprivation in prescribed medication poisonings, including drugs with withdrawal/dependence risk, but not OTC medication poisonings. Households in more socioeconomically deprived areas have the potential to benefit most from measures to improve safe storage of medicines and are likely to require targeted interventions providing education and safety equipment. In addition, universal promotion of the safe storage of OTC and prescribed medicines must be prov...
Source: Archives of Public Health - April 16, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Trapped in vicious cycles: unraveling the health experiences and needs of adults living with socioeconomic insecurity
ConclusionsThis study sheds light on the challenges individuals face in dealing with socioeconomic insecurity, how it may affect their health, and their needs. Gaining perspective for improved socioeconomic security and having accessible professional support tailored to self-identified needs could have health-promoting effects for individuals living with socioeconomic insecurity. It is recommended to integrate professional support and assistance regarding social security into health policies and interventions. In future research, measures of financial strain should be adjusted to include the effort needed to get by. (Sourc...
Source: Archives of Public Health - April 16, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
The epidemiology of the most frequent cancers in Poland in 2015 –2021 and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cancer incidence
ConclusionsOur results show a significant decrease in the incidence rate of the most frequent cancers diagnosed in Poland in 2020 compared to 2019. Subsequently, in 2021 the increase of the incidence ratios was noted, most likely due to the gradual reduction of epidemic restrictions. (Source: Archives of Public Health)
Source: Archives of Public Health - April 15, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Does the health information system in Jordan support equity to improve health outcomes? Assessment and recommendations
ConclusionThere are opportunities to make use of Jordan ’s dedication to fairness and its already established strong HIS. Some social determinants of health exist in the HIS, but much more data, information, and effort are needed to integrate the SDHI into the Jordanian HIS. A proposal from a regional initiative has put forward a comprehensive set of i ndicators for integrating SDHI into HIS, which could aid in achieving health equity in Jordan. (Source: Archives of Public Health)
Source: Archives of Public Health - April 12, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Correction: Effectiveness of educational interventions for healthcare workers on vaccination dialogue with older adults: a systematic review
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Source: Archives of Public Health - April 11, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Gender health care inequalities in health crisis: when uncertainty can lead to inequality
ConclusionsThere were gender inequalities in access to and use of health services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Inequalities were greater in the first waves of the pandemic, but did not disappear. Analysis of health crises must take into account an intersectional gender perspective to ensure equitable health care. (Source: Archives of Public Health)
Source: Archives of Public Health - April 2, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
