Written by Yasuyuki Yamada
Published in Vol 4 Issue 1, 2025
Extended periods of sedentary behavior during pregnancy have been associated with negative health outcomes and unfavorable pregnancy results. This research aimed to pinpoint specific factors that could be targeted in efforts to reduce sedentary behavior among expectant mothers. Out of 103,057 pregnancies documented in the Japan Environment and Children’s Study, 83,733 participants were analyzed after removing repeated enrollments, missing responses, and incomplete outcome data. Sedentary behavio
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Written by SangNam Ahn
Published in Vol 4 Issue 1, 2025
Early life adversity has been demonstrated to produce enduring negative effects across a broad spectrum of biopsychosocial domains. These early adverse experiences may have both direct and indirect impacts on cognitive decline and elevate the likelihood of dementia during older adulthood. Understanding the biopsychosocial outcomes linked to early adversity is vital for shaping health policies and fostering healthy cognitive trajectories throughout life. This research investigates how early adver
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Written by Mokhantso Makoae
Published in Vol 4 Issue 1, 2025
The COVID-19 pandemic interrupted immunisation programs globally, undoing previous progress that had brought vaccine-preventable diseases under significant control. This research investigated how the pandemic influenced the uptake of routine child immunisation services in South Africa. A qualitative study was carried out through in-depth interviews with 51 parents or caregivers of children under five who had missed or postponed one or more scheduled immunisation doses between 2020 and 2022. Addi
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Written by Karly I. Cini
Published in Vol 4 Issue 1, 2025
Although adolescence marks the onset of many risk factors for non-communicable diseases (NCDs)—including cardiovascular diseases, cancers, diabetes, chronic respiratory conditions, and mental disorders—these are often only considered in relation to adult health. There is limited insight into how various NCD risk factors co-occur and how they may influence mental wellbeing during adolescence. This study investigates how common these risks are, how they cluster, and how they are connected to menta
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Written by Xuejiao Chen
Published in Vol 4 Issue 1, 2025
The prevalence of overweight and obesity in China is increasing rapidly, making it a pressing issue for academic investigation. This study seeks to assess how marriage influences overweight and obesity among the Chinese population. Data were drawn from the China Family Panel Studies (CFPS), a comprehensive national longitudinal social survey. A total of 44,095 individuals were included in the analysis, utilizing four waves of panel data. Fixed effects regression analysis was employed. Overweight
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Written by Beyan Ahmed
Published in Vol 4 Issue 1, 2025
Women’s decision-making power concerning modern contraceptive use plays a pivotal role in enhancing its adoption. Nonetheless, in Ethiopia, the available data on this subject remains sparse and inconsistent. This study aimed to determine the prevalence and identify the factors influencing women’s decision-making power on modern contraceptive use in Girawa district, Eastern Ethiopia, between January 1–30, 2024. A community-based cross-sectional survey was carried out among 510 married women using
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Written by Selina Espinoza
Published in Vol 4 Issue 1, 2025
In Canada, cannabis consumption has been growing among older adults, particularly throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. This study investigates how loneliness relates to cannabis use in older Canadians during this time. The analysis utilized quantitative data from 2,020 individuals aged 55 and older, gathered through the Canadian Perspectives Survey Series 6, 2021: Substance Use and Stigma During the Pandemic. After accounting for socio-demographic characteristics, social engagement, and pandemic-sp
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Written by Roxana Mihaela Claponea
Published in Vol 4 Issue 1, 2025
Professionals working in emergency departments (EDs) are frequently exposed to intense physical, psychological, and emotional demands, placing them at elevated risk for burnout. This condition, rooted in long-term occupational stress, not only compromises the health of ED staff but also undermines the healthcare system and negatively affects patient outcomes. Utilizing adaptive emotion regulation strategies (ERS) is essential for managing the pressures of clinical environments and minimizing bur
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Written by Vivekanand Jha
Published in Vol 4 Issue 1, 2025
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) represents an increasing challenge for global health, with marked differences in its impact across various countries and regions. This research focused on evaluating the patterns in CKD incidence, prevalence, mortality, and disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) spanning the period from 1990 to 2019, based on data from the Global Burden of Disease Study. A thorough investigation was carried out to assess the global as well as age-standardized rates of CKD incidence,
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