Journal of Health Research: Volume 36 Issue 5 , Open Access

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Perceptions, knowledge and self-defense behaviors regarding COVID-19 among employees at Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi, Thailand

Issara Siramaneerat

This research aims to study self-defense behaviors from coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and to investigate factors affecting the prevention and control behavior of COVID-19…

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The prevalence and risk factors of musculoskeletal disorders among subcontracted hospital cleaners in Thailand

Thanaphum Laithaisong, Wichai Aekplakorn, Paibul Suriyawongpaisal, Chanunporn Tupthai, Chathaya Wongrathanandha

This research aimed to explore the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and related factors among subcontracted cleaners in a teaching hospital in Thailand.

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Development of multi-component counseling program for enhancing resilience among Thai caregivers of older persons with dementia

Thidajit Maneewat, Somrat Lertmaharit, Sookjaroen Tangwongchai, Phenphop Phansuea

The purpose of this study was to develop a multi-component counseling program and examine the short-term effects of an 8-session program.

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Selected factors related to behavior control by executive function in Thai preschool children with epilepsy

Pawanrat Panjatharakul, Rutja Phuphaibul, Suporn Wongvatunyu, Anannit Visudtibhan

This descriptive correlational study describes behavior control by executive function (EF) and explores the relationship among age at seizure onset, duration of epilepsy, seizure…

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Transtheoretical model on the self-care behavior of hypertension patients: a systematic review

Hasriani, Elly Lilianty Sjattar, Rosyidah Arafat

This review aims to describe the effectiveness of education with the transtheoretical model (TTM)-based on the self-care behavior of hypertension patients.

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Travel distance to flu and COVID-19 vaccination sites for people with disabilities and age 65 and older, Chicago metropolitan area

Aida Rosalia Guhlincozzi, Aynaz Lotfata

Having easy access to the flu and COVID-19 vaccination sites may be important for controlling the spread of the infection. Chicago implemented a broad strategy of opening COVID-19…

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Diminishing traditional methods and inaccessible modern healthcare: the dilemma of tribal health in India

Dandub Palzor Negi, E.P. Abdul Azeez

This paper critically examines the state of tribal health in India by analyzing the accessibility and availability of traditional medicine and modern healthcare.

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Effects of a mobile health diabetes self-management program on HbA1C, self-management and patient satisfaction in adults with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes: a randomized controlled trial

Chontira Riangkam, Aurawamon Sriyuktasuth, Kanaungnit Pongthavornkamol, Worapan Kusakunniran, Apiradee Sriwijitkamol

This study aimed to examine the effects of a three-month mobile health diabetes self-management program (MHDSMP) on glycemic control, diabetes self-management (DSM) behaviors and…

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Comparison of mental burden across different types of cancer patients in Nepal: a special focus on cervical cancer patients

Soumi Roy Chowdhury, Alok K. Bohara, Jeffrey Drope

The purpose of the study is to assess the differential impact of gender and cancer sites on mental burden across different types of cancer and control patients.

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Building a resilient public health system for international migrant workers: a case study and policy brief for COVID-19 and beyond

Chanapong Rojanaworarit, Sarah El Bouzaidi

This article analyzes deficiencies in public health services for international migrant workers (IMWs) during the COVID-19 pandemic and provides a policy brief for improvement of…

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Factors influencing caregivers' uncertainty of children undergoing cardiac surgery in Bangkok, Thailand

Kunnara Maneekunwong, Arunrat Srichantaranit, Wanlaya Thampanichawat

This study aims to determine the factors influencing caregivers' uncertainty about children undergoing cardiac surgery in a tertiary hospital in Bangkok, Thailand.

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A causal model for health-related quality of life among Thai adolescents with congenital heart disease

Sathima Suratham, Tassanee Prasopkittikun, Arunrat Srichantaranit, Nopporn Vongsirimas

The objective of this study was to examine the causal relationships among sex, social support, disease severity, symptoms, physical activity, general health perception and…

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Obesity and mental health issues among healthcare workers: a cross-sectional study in Sabah, Malaysia

Narinderjeet Kaur Dadar Singh, Jiann Lin Loo, Azlan Ming Naing Ko, Syed Shajee Husain, Jiloris Frederick Dony, Syed Sharizman Syed Abdul Rahim

This study aims to determine the prevalence of obesity and its relationship with mental health issues among healthcare workers in Kota Kinabalu District Health Office, Sabah…

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Prescribing pattern of proton pump inhibitors among patients visiting the outpatient general medicine clinic in a tertiary care teaching hospital in Nepal

Bijaya Basyal, Nirmal Raj Marasine, Sabina Sankhi, Rajendra Lamichhane, Bipashwi Nath Uprety

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the prescribing pattern of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) in patients visiting the outpatient general medical clinic in a Tertiary Care…

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Development of a child-rearing promotion of sexual abstinence scale (CPSAS) in Thai female adolescents at two Thai universities

La-Ongdao Wannarit, Waraporn Chaiyawat, Jintana Yunibhand

Child-rearing promoting sexual abstinence has strongly predicted sexual abstinence in Thai female adolescents, and it requires a valid and reliable measurement. However, no such…

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Knowledge and attitude among outpatient women visiting a healthcare center in northern Iran regarding breast self-examination: a cross-sectional study

Amir Ahmadzadeh Amiri, Mohammadreza Haghshenas, Ali Ahmadzadeh Amiri, Fatemeh Daneshvar

Breast cancer is one of the most prevalent malignancies worldwide. This study aimed to compare the level of knowledge and attitude of females regarding Breast cancer and to…

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Sleep quality, daytime sleepiness and daytime functioning among Thai obstructive sleep apnea patients receiving continuous positive airway pressure therapy

Theerakorn Theerakittikul, Jindarat Chaiard, Jirawan Deeluea

The purpose is to assess the effectiveness of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment on sleep quality, daytime sleepiness and daytime functioning among Thai…

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ISSN:

2586-940X

Online date, start – end:

2018 – 2022

Editor:

  • Alessio Panza