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Computer-based medical education in Benha University, Egypt: knowledge, attitude, limitations, and suggestions
This study aimed to assess computer knowledge and attitude toward the inclusion of computers in medical education among second-year medical students in Benha Faculty of Medicine, Egypt, to identify limitations, and obtain suggestions for successful computer-based learning. Participants and methods This was a one-group pre–post-test study, which was carried out on second-year students in Benha Faculty of Medicine. A structured self-administered questionnaire was used to compare students’ knowledge, attitude, limitations, and suggestions toward computer usage in medical education before and after the computer course t...
Source: The Journal Of The Egyptian Public Health Association - December 1, 2016 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Original articles Source Type: research

Perceived hospital managerial competency in Tehran, Iran: is there a difference between public and private hospitals?
This study aims to evaluate competency level of hospital managers and to compare their competencies in public and private hospitals. Materials and methods This study was descriptive-analytic, carried out in 2015. A survey using a self-administered questionnaire was conducted among 127 public and private hospitals managers in Tehran Province, Iran. Respondents were asked to rate their competencies in a five-key subscale that included people-related skills, health delivery, self-management, task-related skills, and strategic planning and management. Ratings were based on a five-point Likert scale ranging from very low to ...
Source: The Journal Of The Egyptian Public Health Association - December 1, 2016 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Original articles Source Type: research

Use of dietary supplements among gym trainees in Tanta city, Egypt
This study aimed to assess the prevalence of dietary supplement use among gyms trainees in Tanta city, Egypt. Participants and methods A cross-sectional comparative study was carried out on 450 gym trainees aged more than or equal to 20 years in Tanta city, Egypt. Nine representative gyms (50 participants from each) were recruited in the study. Data on sociodemographic characteristics, health and lifestyle characteristics, type, underlying motive(s), and source(s) of information about dietary supplements were collected from each participant. Results Of the 450 participants, 38.2% reported using dietary supplements. M...
Source: The Journal Of The Egyptian Public Health Association - December 1, 2016 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Original articles Source Type: research

Malnutrition and some related factors in primary school children, Semnan, Iran
This study aimed to determine the prevalence of thinness, underweight, stunting, and their related factors in students aged 6–12 years in Semnan province, central Iran. Participants and methods Using multistage sampling, a total of 2195 primary students in Semnan province, between November 2012 and March 2013, were selected randomly and the prevalences of wasting, underweight, and stunting among the students were estimated. Students’ weights were measured using a Burer digital scale (Germany), with an accuracy of 100 g. Students’ heights were measured using a nonstretchable tape measure. The BMI was calculated. Us...
Source: The Journal Of The Egyptian Public Health Association - December 1, 2016 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Original articles Source Type: research

ABO blood groups and risk for obesity in Arar, Northern Saudi Arabia
Conclusion The prevalence of obesity and overweight is high in the population attending PHC centers of Arar city, Northern Saudi Arabia. There is no association between overweight, obesity, and ABO blood groups or Rh. (Source: The Journal Of The Egyptian Public Health Association)
Source: The Journal Of The Egyptian Public Health Association - December 1, 2016 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Original articles Source Type: research

Factors related to depression symptoms among working women in Menoufia, Egypt
Conclusion Reported depression symptoms were high among working women in Menoufia. Both unfavorable employment conditions and background characteristics such as being divorced/widow, low income, and rural residence were factors determining depression symptoms. It is necessary to establish preventive strategies for female workers to control the negative effect of depression in the workplace. (Source: The Journal Of The Egyptian Public Health Association)
Source: The Journal Of The Egyptian Public Health Association - December 1, 2016 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Original articles Source Type: research

Use of dietary supplements among gym trainees in Tanta city, Egypt
This study aimed to assess the prevalence of dietary supplement use among gyms trainees in Tanta city, Egypt. Participants and methods: A cross-sectional comparative study was carried out on 450 gym trainees aged more than or equal to 20 years in Tanta city, Egypt. Nine representative gyms (50 participants from each) were recruited in the study. Data on sociodemographic characteristics, health and lifestyle characteristics, type, underlying motive(s), and source(s) of information about dietary supplements were collected from each participant. Results: Of the 450 participants, 38.2% reported using dietary supplements. Mal...
Source: The Journal Of The Egyptian Public Health Association - December 1, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Tags: Original articles Source Type: research

Computer-based medical education in Benha University, Egypt: knowledge, attitude, limitations, and suggestions
This study aimed to assess computer knowledge and attitude toward the inclusion of computers in medical education among second-year medical students in Benha Faculty of Medicine, Egypt, to identify limitations, and obtain suggestions for successful computer-based learning. Participants and methods: This was a one-group pre–post-test study, which was carried out on second-year students in Benha Faculty of Medicine. A structured self-administered questionnaire was used to compare students’ knowledge, attitude, limitations, and suggestions toward computer usage in medical education before and after the computer course to...
Source: The Journal Of The Egyptian Public Health Association - December 1, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Tags: Original articles Source Type: research

Malnutrition and some related factors in primary school children, Semnan, Iran
This study aimed to determine the prevalence of thinness, underweight, stunting, and their related factors in students aged 6–12 years in Semnan province, central Iran. Participants and methods: Using multistage sampling, a total of 2195 primary students in Semnan province, between November 2012 and March 2013, were selected randomly and the prevalences of wasting, underweight, and stunting among the students were estimated. Students’ weights were measured using a Burer digital scale (Germany), with an accuracy of 100 g. Students’ heights were measured using a nonstretchable tape measure. The BMI was calculated. Usi...
Source: The Journal Of The Egyptian Public Health Association - December 1, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Tags: Original articles Source Type: research

ABO blood groups and risk for obesity in Arar, Northern Saudi Arabia
Conclusion: The prevalence of obesity and overweight is high in the population attending PHC centers of Arar city, Northern Saudi Arabia. There is no association between overweight, obesity, and ABO blood groups or Rh. (Source: The Journal Of The Egyptian Public Health Association)
Source: The Journal Of The Egyptian Public Health Association - December 1, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Tags: Original articles Source Type: research

Factors related to depression symptoms among working women in Menoufia, Egypt
Conclusion: Reported depression symptoms were high among working women in Menoufia. Both unfavorable employment conditions and background characteristics such as being divorced/widow, low income, and rural residence were factors determining depression symptoms. It is necessary to establish preventive strategies for female workers to control the negative effect of depression in the workplace. (Source: The Journal Of The Egyptian Public Health Association)
Source: The Journal Of The Egyptian Public Health Association - December 1, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Tags: Original articles Source Type: research

Perceived hospital managerial competency in Tehran, Iran: is there a difference between public and private hospitals?
This study aims to evaluate competency level of hospital managers and to compare their competencies in public and private hospitals. Materials and methods: This study was descriptive-analytic, carried out in 2015. A survey using a self-administered questionnaire was conducted among 127 public and private hospitals managers in Tehran Province, Iran. Respondents were asked to rate their competencies in a five-key subscale that included people-related skills, health delivery, self-management, task-related skills, and strategic planning and management. Ratings were based on a five-point Likert scale ranging from very low to e...
Source: The Journal Of The Egyptian Public Health Association - December 1, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Tags: Original articles Source Type: research

Comparison of dental arch dimensions in models of preschool children with cleft lip/palate repaired by means of surgery alone versus controls
Conclusion and recommendations: The various types of CLP were found to be associated with differences in most maxillary and some mandibular arch dimensions. These data can be used for cleft patient counseling and treatment planning. (Source: The Journal Of The Egyptian Public Health Association)
Source: The Journal Of The Egyptian Public Health Association - September 1, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Tags: Original articles Source Type: research