International Journal of Public Health Excellence (IJPHE)

Factors affecting Bangladeshi high school students' practices of sanitation and hygiene

Bithe Saha, Majedul Hoque, Anupam Sarker Avi, Asim Das — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Background: Better sanitation and hygiene standards are beneficial for preventing infections, limiting the spread of pathogens, and fostering overall health in educational environments. On the other hand, not much is known about school-student's hygiene and sanitation habits. The purpose of this study is to identify and comprehend the variables that affect students' behavior related to sanitation and hygiene in classrooms. Method: This study was carried out at the Katiadi Government High School, a high school in a Bangladeshi upazilla town. An exploratory qualitative study design, based on the Integrated Behavioral Model for Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (IBM-WASH) was used. Before utilizing them, the effectiveness and clarity of the semi-structured interview guides were tested, which included questions about behavior, access, and practices related to sanitation and hygiene. Result: The students had quite low sanitation and hygiene practices despite having a reasonable level of awareness and knowledge. Sanitation and hygiene practices were influenced by a wide range of interrelated factors, which also affected one another. Contextual factors (lack of upkeep and cleanliness, availability of sanitary products), socio-behavioral factors (norms, peer influence), and individual factors (gender awareness, perception, and sense of health benefits). Conclusion: To advance improved sanitation and hygiene practices among school students, multi-level interventions such as regular delivery of WASH-related materials and agents, promotion of low-cost WASH interventions, quality cleaning services improvement, close observation of cleaning activities, individual hygiene behavior promotion, and introduction of gender-sensitive WASH infrastructure and construction may be helpful.

Influence Green Bean Extract in Increasing Hemoglobin (Hb) Levels in Trimester II Pregnant Motherat Pratama Clinic of bunda Tessa Dusun 1A Sidourip Sub-District Beringin Deli Serdang Regency in 2023

Willhelmina Wahara, Novrida Nababan — Thu, 13 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Introduction: Pregnant women with anemia are still many in Indonesia, including in North Sumatra which reached 39%. Pregnancy is very susceptible to anemia that can cause bleeding in pregnant women. Purpose: The purpose of this study was find out the influence Green Bean extract in increasing Hemoglobin Levels in Trimester II Pregnant Women in Pratama Clinic of Bunda Tessa Dusun IA Sidourip Subdistrict Beringin District Deli Serdang in 2023. Method: Types of Quasy Experiment with the design of One Group Pretest Posttest. The population was 20 people. Sampling technique with purposive sampling was a selection of samples based on certain characteristics as many as 10 people, the statistic test used wilcoxon test. Result: Based on the result showed that the data obtained was pre-test minimum value of 8.4 maximum 11.9 while post-test minimum 10.8 maximum13.7. From the results of statistical tests thatwas with wilcoxon test known value P-value= .11 <. 05. Conclusion: The ability in this study is the effect of green bean extract on increasinghemoglobin levels in trimester II pregnant women in Pratama Clinic of Bunda Tessa Dusun IA Sidourip Subdistrict Beringin District Deli Serdang in 2023. It is suggested to be an evaluation and reference material for health workers to be applied and can inform pregnant women who have anemia in a natural way that is by consuming green bean juice as much as 200 ml.

Risk Factors of Death in the Decision to Install Artificial Intelligence Systems in the Management of Diabetes

Asbath, Prima Dewi Kusumawati, Pius Weraman, Eli Sabrifha, Ahmad Zil Fauzi — Mon, 24 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Diabetes represents a significant public health concern, affecting millions of individuals worldwide. Its prevalence is increasing, driven in part by lifestyle factors and the aging of the global population. This systematic review explores the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in enhancing diabetes prevention, diagnosis, and management. The review highlights the promise of personalized and proactive healthcare enabled through AI. The research methodology employed an exhaustive review of the literature, the formulation of specific inclusion and exclusion criteria, a data extraction process from selected studies that focused on the role of AI in diabetes, and a comprehensive analysis to identify the specific domains and functions in which AI makes a significant contribution. The results of the conducted literature review indicate that artificial intelligence (AI) can be regarded as a transformative force in the following eight key areas within the field of diabetes care: 1) Management and Care of Diabetes, 2) Diagnostic and Imaging Technologies, 3) Health Monitoring Systems, 4) Development of Predictive Models, 5) Public Health Interventions, 6) Lifestyle and Dietary Management, 7) Enhancement of Clinical Decision Making, and 8) Engagement and Self-Management of Patients. Additionally, the utilization of AI may result in a reduction in the risk of mortality from diabetes.

The Influence of Education and Mental Health on the Choice of Sports Recreation by Adolescents

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000

The present study aimed to investigate the relationship between participation in sport and mental health through a literature review. While sport has long been recognized for its physical benefits, its impact on mental health has recently attracted greater attention. In order to analyze the literature addressing how sport affects mental health, both negatively and positively, a comprehensive search was conducted using data from journal articles, books as well as research reports published in the last two decades. It is crucial to maximize the benefits of exercise while minimizing the risks. This review reaffirms the significance of exercise as an efficacious intervention for mental health, underscoring the necessity for a balanced and informed approach to managing risks. Further research recommendations include longitudinal investigations of the long-term effects of exercise on mental health and studies of the psychological mechanisms behind its benefits. It is crucial to optimize exercise benefits while minimizing risks. This review corroborates the efficacy of exercise as an effective intervention for mental health and emphasizes the need for a balanced and informed approach to risk management. Further research is warranted to examine the long-term effects of exercise on mental health and to elucidate the underlying psychological mechanisms associated with its benefits.