Comparison of adult shift and non-shift workers ’ physical activity and sleep behaviours: cross-sectional analysis from the Household Income and Labour Dynamics of Australia (HILDA) cohort
ConclusionWhen viewed in conjunction using the combined activity –sleep index, shift workers displayed significantly poorer combined behaviours when compared to non-shift workers. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - September 27, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Mass media pressure on psychological and healthy well-being. An explanatory model as a function of physical activity
ConclusionsThe data reveal that meeting the WHO physical activity criteria improves the relationships between media pressure, psychological well-being and healthy well-being. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - September 27, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Intervention effects of a school-based health promotion programme on children ’s nutrition behaviour
ConclusionThis shows that the programme appeals to a wider range of children, and is therefore more likely to compensate for differences due to origin or other social inequalities, which also shows that active parental involvement is vital for successful interventions. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - September 27, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
A cross-sectional assessment of food practices, physical activity levels, and stress levels in middle age and older adults ’ during the COVID-19 pandemic
ConclusionThese findings provide valuable information as we continue to confront the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the health and well-being of aging adults. We can use this information to inform future public health programming interventions and opportunities. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - September 27, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Effect of emotional eating and social media on nutritional behavior and obesity in university students who were receiving distance education due to the COVID-19 pandemic
ConclusionFor the students who received distance education, social media affects eating behavior, BMI, and emotional eating. Additionally, these effects may increase the risk of overweight/obesity. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - September 27, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Impact of socioeconomic status on the clinical outcomes in hospitalised patients with SARS-CoV-2 infection: a retrospective analysis
ConclusionEven though the EL is mainly related to the age of patients, in our analysis, it resulted as an independent predictor of in-hospital mortality and hospitalisation time. Unfortunately, this is a study focused only on hospitalised patients, and we did not examine the possible effect of EL in outpatients. Further analyses are required to confirm this suggestion and provide novel information. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - September 27, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Perceptions and attitudes towards Covid-19 vaccines: narratives from members of the UK public
ConclusionJust as with any other vaccination programme, the success of the Covid-19 immunisation campaigns does not only depend on the efficacy of the vaccines themselves or the ability to secure access to them, but also on a myriad of other factors which include public compliance and trust in governments and health authorities. To support an effective immunisation campaign that is capable of bringing the pandemic to an end, governments need to understand public concerns, garner trust, and devise adequate strategies for engaging the public and building more resilient societies. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - September 27, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
COVID-19 health practices and attitudes in the United States: the role of trust in healthcare
ConclusionOur study highlights the importance of increasing trust in healthcare as a means to protect public health in the wake of major public health crises. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - September 27, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Community support for caring relatives of people with dementia: qualitative analysis using the Theoretical Domains Framework
ConclusionOverall, a relation between the discussion about the domains in public dialogues and changes in supporting carers of people with dementia can be assumed. The results indicate that an increased discussion about the domains within town hall meetings influences the actors and their statements with regard to the improvement of support services for caring relatives of people with dementia. Since the domains were not developed exclusively for the outlined context, this approach can also be applied to other areas of care. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - September 27, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Safety concerns and potential hazards of occupational brucellosis in developing countries: a review
ConclusionThis review suggests occupational history as an important part of brucellosis diagnosis that needs to be evaluated during human brucellosis surveillance programs. Despite universal knowledge of the importance of cross-sectoral collaboration for One Health strategies, policy interventions still need to decrease the socio-economic effects of occupational brucellosis in endemic regions. The lack of comprehensive research concerning occupational hazards in developing countries is an area for future investigations. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - September 27, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Prevalence and risk factors associated with osteoporosis among middle-aged and elderly people in southern Jiangsu Province, China
ConclusionsThe prevalence of osteoporosis was high among middle-aged and elderly people in southern Jiangsu Province, China. Behavioral interventions should focus on underweight women aged ≥45 years to promote healthy lifestyles to prevent the development of osteoporosis. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - September 27, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
The impact of smoking status on trust in general practitioners: a nationwide survey of smokers and ex-smokers
ConclusionSmokers and ex-smokers with higher levels of trust in their GPs reported more positive communication, and felt GPs advised them to quit smoking in a way that motivated them to quit. GP awareness with regard to anticipated stigma and experiences of communication amongst patients with a smoking history could improve provision of smoking cessation advice for this group. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - September 27, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Prevalence and risk factors associated with osteoporosis among middle-aged and elderly people in southern Jiangsu Province, China
ConclusionsThe prevalence of osteoporosis was high among middle-aged and elderly people in southern Jiangsu Province, China. Behavioral interventions should focus on underweight women aged ≥45 years to promote healthy lifestyles to prevent the development of osteoporosis. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - September 27, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
The impact of smoking status on trust in general practitioners: a nationwide survey of smokers and ex-smokers
ConclusionSmokers and ex-smokers with higher levels of trust in their GPs reported more positive communication, and felt GPs advised them to quit smoking in a way that motivated them to quit. GP awareness with regard to anticipated stigma and experiences of communication amongst patients with a smoking history could improve provision of smoking cessation advice for this group. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - September 27, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
The association between leisure activity engagement and functional health, mental health, and subjective health among Chinese older adults
ConclusionsEngaging in mental and physical activities may be an important component of improved health outcomes among older adults. Based on these results, future research is needed to develop multi-component intervention programs that can encourage older adults to engage in leisure activities. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - September 25, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
