Journal of Health Research: Volume 36 Issue 1 , Open Access

Factors associated with electronic cigarettes use among adolescents in Jakarta, Indonesia

Ridhwan Fauzi, Chitlada Areesantichai

This study aimed to examine factors associated with electronic cigarette use among adolescents aged 15–19 in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Breastfeeding challenges among Thai adolescent mothers: hidden breastfeeding discontinuation experiences

Sasitara Nuampa, Pharuhas Chanprapaph, Fongcum Tilokskulchai, Metpapha Sudphet

The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences of adolescent mothers who wean their babies from breastfeeding before the first six months from the perspective of a…

Correlates of intimate partner violence in Bhutan: Evidence from the 2012 National Health Survey

Sonam Phuntsho, Tashi Dendup, I Gusti Ngurah Edi Putra, Mongal Singh Gurung, Dorji Pelzom, Neyzang Wangmo

This paper is to examine the factors associated with partner violence (IPV) in Bhutan.

Odor intolerance and proposed off-site limit under the Thailand public health provision

Taiyatach Hirunrueng, Withida Patthanaissarnukool, Tanasri Sihabut

This study aimed to determine the initial odor concentration which commonly urges Thais to make complaints and to propose an off-site limit for odorous emissions.

White tea drink (Camellia sinensis) improves endurance and body weight maintenance of rats

Mahmud Aditya Rifqi, Stefania Widya Setyaningtyas, Qonita Rachmah

White tea is an unfermented tea made from young shoots of Camellia sinensis protected from sunlight to avoid polyphenol degradation. White tea contains a high level of…

Quality of life and associated factors amongst older adults in a remote community, Nepal

Saurav Chandra Acharya Samadarshi, Pimsurang Taechaboonsermsak, Mathuros Tipayamongkholgul, Korravarn Yodmai

The purpose of the study is to assess the quality of life (QOL) of older adults and explore factors associated with it.

Influence of estrogen exposure on systemic lupus erythematosus in Bangladeshi women: a case-control study scenario

Sabrina Jabeen, Meerjady Sabrina Flora, Ashraf Ur Rahman

This study was conducted to find out the association between estrogen exposure and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) in Bangladeshi women.

Coping with domestic violence: women's voices in Bangladesh

Marc van der Putten, Amee Nur-E-Jannat

This paper aims offer a benchmark by providing an account of women's experiences with domestic violence in Bangladesh and develops illustrations on coping with abuse.

The challenges faced by service providers on satellite mental health-care facilities in Yangon, Myanmar: a qualitative study

Kyaw Lin, Sun Lin, Than Tun Sein

Myanmar has an insufficient number of mental health workers with few institutional facilities resulting in a significant treatment gap. Although few mental health services are…

Cognitive screening assessment in Thai older adults: a prospective study of the reliability and validity of the Abbreviated Mental Test

Kamonthip Tanglakmankhong, Benjamin M Hampstead, Robert J Ploutz-Snyder, Kathleen Potempa

The purpose of this paper is to examine the reliability and validity of the Abbreviated Mental Test (AMT) and the agreement with the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE).

Effects of an integrated intervention program for alcoholism (IIPA) on learning, memory and quality of life (QOL) in persons with alcohol dependence at the Centre for Addiction Medicine, Bengaluru, India

Rajesh Kumar, Keshav J. Kumar, Vivek Benegal, Bangalore N. Roopesh, Girikematha S. Ravi

This study aims to examine the effectiveness of an integrated intervention program for alcoholism (IIPA) for improving verbal encoding and memory, visuospatial construction…

Leave no one behind: including the health of prisoners in international development frameworks is essential for achieving sustainable development goals

Wanapa Naravage, Marc van der Putten, Anja Krumeich, Luca Falqui, Rodger Doran

The pledge of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development is “to leave no one behind.” However, there are significant groups of people who are at risk of being left behind. The…

A Healthy Retirement Program for Thai government teachers: a quasi-experimental and comparison groups study

Numporn Insin, Chanuantong Tanasugarn, Sarunya Benjakul

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the Healthy Retirement Program's effectiveness toward skills improvement and evaluate changes in subjective health.

Utilization of maternal health services in rural Thawang, Rolpa district of Nepal: a community-based cross-sectional study

Jahirul Hushen, Arpaporn Powwattana, Chockchai Munsawaengsub, Sukhontha Siri

This study aimed to identify the proportion and factors influencing the use of maternal health services (MHS) in rural Thawang, Rolpa, Nepal.

The relationship between gender perception levels and infertility distress of infertile women in a university hospital, Turkey

Özlem Doğan Yüksekol, Mesude Duman, Yeter Durgun Ozan

This study was conducted to analyze the correlation between gender perception and infertility distress of infertile women.

Online peer-group activism for thalassemia health education during the COVID-19 pandemic: a case study from East Java, Indonesia

Annette d'Arqom, Danti Nur Indiastuti, Zamal Nasution

This study aimed to measure the effectiveness of online peer-group activism to promote thalassemia prevention among high school students of East Java Indonesia.

Factors affecting COVID-19 mortality: an exploratory study

Ashish Upadhyaya, Sushant Koirala, Rand Ressler, Kamal Upadhyaya

The purpose of this paper is to study the factors affecting COVID-19 mortality.

Influencing factors and gaps of blood donation knowledge among university and college students in Myanmar: a cross-sectional study

Pramon Viwattanakulvanid, Aye Chan Oo

Blood donation knowledge of healthy young students is crucial to donate blood voluntarily and regularly in long-term. This study aimed to determine the influencing factors on the…