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IJERPH, Vol. 21, Pages 350: The Inverse Association between the Frequency of Forest Walking (Shinrin-yoku) and the Prevalence of Insomnia Symptoms in the General Japanese Population: A Japan Multi-Institutional Collaborative Cohort Daiko Study
In conclusion, the results suggested that increasing the frequency of forest walks or Shinrin-yoku may be effective in preventing insomnia in women. (Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health)
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - March 15, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Emi Morita Hiroshi Kadotani Naoto Yamada Tae Sasakabe Sayo Kawai Mariko Naito Takashi Tamura Kenji Wakai Tags: Article Source Type: research

IJERPH, Vol. 21, Pages 351: Content Analysis of Official Public Health Communications in Ontario, Canada during the COVID-19 Pandemic
nce Effective communication by governmental organizations is essential to keep the public informed during a public health emergency. Examining the content of these communications can provide insight into their alignment with best practices for risk communication. We used content analysis to determine whether news releases by the Ontario government contained key elements of effective risk communication, as outlined by the Health Canada and Public Health Agency of Canada Strategic Risk Communication Framework. News releases between 25 January 2020 and 31 December 2022 were coded following the five elements of the framewo...
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - March 15, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Maya Fields Kelsey L. Spence Tags: Article Source Type: research

IJERPH, Vol. 21, Pages 352: The Commercial Determinants of Violence: Identifying Opportunities for Violence Prevention through a Public Health-Based Framework Analysis
Kat Ford Violence has immediate and long-term repercussions for the health of individuals and communities. Recent increases in the understanding of public health approaches to violence prevention have focused on the policies and practices of government, health, and other public sector agencies. However, the roles of commercial bodies in fostering and preventing violence remain largely unaddressed. The wealth and influence of some companies now exceeds that of many countries. Consequently, it is timely to explore the roles of commercial processes in violence. Using a conceptual framework for the commercial determinants...
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - March 15, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Mark A. Bellis Sally McManus Karen Hughes Olumide Adisa Kat Ford Tags: Essay Source Type: research

IJERPH, Vol. 21, Pages 353: Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Community Health Workers in Relation to Environmental Health Hazards in the Nelson Mandela Bay
Conclusion: Most of the CHWs had a moderate knowledge of environmental health hazards. Furthermore, most of the CHWs had a very positive or positive attitude towards environmental health hazards. However, there is a need for CHWs to receive very specific training in environmental health. In addition, the scope of work of CHWs, as well as their role in relation to environmental health, needs to be further explored. (Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health)
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - March 15, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: David G. Morton Mpinane F. Senekane Tags: Article Source Type: research

IJERPH, Vol. 21, Pages 345: Preconception Health of Indigenous Peoples in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United States: A Scoping Review
Conclusions: While there was some research relating to the preconception health of Indigenous peoples, this review identified considerable research gaps. There is a need for dedicated research into preconception health risk factors and reproductive health outcomes, attitudes and awareness of preconception health, and preconception health interventions for Indigenous peoples. (Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health)
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - March 14, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Walker Begum Boyle Ward Barzi Tags: Review Source Type: research

IJERPH, Vol. 21, Pages 346: A Systematic Review on Intervention Treatment in Pathological Gambling
ela Leite Over the last century, there has been a growing interest in researching pathological gambling, particularly in industrialized nations. Historically, gambling was widely perceived as morally questionable, condemned by religious groups. However, contemporary concerns have shifted towards the health repercussions of gambling disorders and broader societal impacts like increased crime and money laundering. Governments, aiming to mitigate social harm, often regulate or directly oversee gambling activities. The global surge in legal gambling has resulted in a substantial rise in its prevalence, popularity, and acce...
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - March 14, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Diana Moreira Paulo Dias Andreia Azeredo Anabela Rodrigues Ângela Leite Tags: Systematic Review Source Type: research

IJERPH, Vol. 21, Pages 347: Flourishing or Frightening? Feelings about Natural and Built Green Spaces in Singapore
We examined which types of green spaces elicited positive (eudemonic) or negative (apprehensive) affective responses. A total of 288 adult residents of Singapore completed a survey that asked them to report their affective states in response to images of 10 locally different environment types and to complete measures of childhood location, frequency of visiting natural/built environments, nature connectedness, and dispositional anxiety, as well as demographic items on age and gender. The 10 green space environment types were mapped onto an experiential state space representing feelings of apprehension and eudemonia in resp...
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - March 14, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Dillon Lee Tai Tags: Article Source Type: research

IJERPH, Vol. 21, Pages 348: Implementing Aging in Place in Hong Kong: Meeting the Needs and Aspirations of Older Adults and Their Caregivers Living in Private Housing
This article describes how a property development company in Hong Kong sought to elicit the views of older people and their caregivers towards elderly services through a market research company, using questionnaire surveys followed by focus groups. Over 80% of all participants rated healthy dietary habits and exercise, maintaining mental and spiritual health, and maintaining a generally healthy lifestyle as important. Current health concerns include long waiting times for care at public hospitals, lack of carer should dependency occur, and lack of information about what services are available in the community. Interests in...
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - March 14, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Jean Woo Keilee Mok Wui-Ling Chu Regina Lo Rina Ko Tags: Article Source Type: research

IJERPH, Vol. 21, Pages 342: Why Do New Parents Stop Practising Sport? A Retrospective Study towards the Determinants of Dropping Out after Becoming a Parent
woude Despite the known health benefits of sport, recent studies showed that parenthood is related to decreased sport participation. Changes in sport behaviour after becoming a parent have been explained by gender or with the rational resource perspective of limited time and energy. However, the latter is mostly theoretical, since empirical insights on resource mechanisms are scarce. We want to improve and go beyond these explanations by investigating them empirically and by examining sport socialisation during the formative years as an alternative explanation. Consequently, our main objective is to explain changes in ...
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - March 14, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Hidde Bekhuis Jasper van Houten Femke van Abswoude Tags: Article Source Type: research

IJERPH, Vol. 21, Pages 344: Food Security and Diet Quality Improvements among At-Risk, Low-Income, Older Adults following a Free Meal Pilot Program
This study aimed to describe changes in diet quality and food insecurity following a free meal program at low-income, older adult housing complexes. Study participants were recruited from two low-income older adult public housing complexes in Kentucky. Fifty participants were enrolled and received 1–4 free weekly meals across 3 months as part of the Meals on Wings pilot program. Surveys and a 24 h dietary recall were completed at baseline and 3 months. Participants were predominately female, 69 years of age, and Black or African American race. Food security status (FSS) and dietary quality through the Healthy...
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - March 14, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Makenzie Barr-Porter Kendra OoNorasak Tammy Stephenson Ryan Goodson Sofia Bonilla Abraham Alhamdani Tags: Article Source Type: research

IJERPH, Vol. 21, Pages 343: Working Together to Support Self-Determination for T & #257;ngata K & #257;p & #333; (Blind and Low Vision) M & #257;ori: An Exemplar
In conclusion, the study underscores NZ government obligations and presents the “3Rs” framework—relationships, respect, and reciprocity—as essential for meaningful research engagements with tāngata kāpō Māori. The findings contribute valuable insights to guide future research practices, advocating for the inclusion and recognition of tāngata kāpō Māori rights in practice and research. (Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health)
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - March 14, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Bridgette Masters-Awatere Rebekah Graham Chrissie Cowan Tags: Article Source Type: research

IJERPH, Vol. 21, Pages 341: Optimizing the Indoor Air Quality in Historical Buildings: Strategies for Environmental Improvement and Public Health Enhancement
Hodgton The endeavor to maintain and enhance the indoor air quality (IAQ) in historical buildings transcends the traditional boundaries of cultural heritage preservation, emerging as a pivotal public health concern [...] (Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health)
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - March 14, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Prisco Piscitelli Alessandro Miani Saverio Mecca Rachel Hodgton Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

IJERPH, Vol. 21, Pages 338: Risk Perception and Fatigue in Port Workers: A Pilot Study
Discussion/Limitations: Studying the risk perceptions and fatigue levels of port workers through research with the active participation of these workers presented their lived experiences, which promoted discussion and perhaps more effective proposals to change their work conditions. (Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health)
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - March 13, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Clarice Alves Bonow Valdecir Zavarese da Costa Leticia Silveira Cardoso Rita Maria Heck Jordana Cezar Vaz Cynthia Fontella Sant ’Anna Julia Torres Cavalheiro Gabriela Laudares Albuquerque de Oliveira Thaynan Silveira Cabral Carlos Henrique Cardona Nery Tags: Article Source Type: research

IJERPH, Vol. 21, Pages 339: Barriers to Cardiac Rehabilitation among Patients Diagnosed with Cardiovascular Diseases & mdash;A Scoping Review
Conclusions: Lack of resources, poor access, educational attainment, and high cost of care were some of the barriers to CR, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Health policymakers and healthcare providers should implement strategies incorporating the issues identified in this scoping review. Systematic reviews may be required to confirm these findings. (Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health)
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - March 13, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Pupalan Iyngkaran Pavithra Yapa Appuhamilage Gayani Patabandige Prasadi Saubhagya Sarathchandra Peru Kandage Wania Usmani Fahad Hanna Tags: Review Source Type: research

IJERPH, Vol. 21, Pages 340: The Utility of Data Collected as Part of Australia & rsquo;s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Performance Framework
IJERPH, Vol. 21, Pages 340: The Utility of Data Collected as Part of Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Performance Framework International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health doi: 10.3390/ijerph21030340 Authors: Boyd Potts Christopher M. Doran Stephen Begg Since 2006, the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Performance Framework (HPF) reports have provided information about Indigenous Australians’ health outcomes. The HPF was designed, in consultation with Indigenous stakeholder groups, to promote accountability and inform policy...
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - March 13, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Boyd Potts Christopher M. Doran Stephen Begg Tags: Article Source Type: research