A systematic review of interventions to improve the diet of children
ConclusionRobust studies continue to focus on one or two foods, parental involvement may be beneficial depending on the intervention, and more research is needed to establish best practices across all settings. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - April 15, 2024 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Evaluation of school-based interventions including homework to promote healthy lifestyles: a systematic review with meta-analysis
ConclusionSchool-based interventions including homework and extracurricular activities were shown to improve nutritional behaviour, step counts, and LPA. Despite some statistically significant results, the effects of BMI and waist circumference are still unclear. Further studies are needed to demonstrate that these intervention s can represent an effective strategy for obesity prevention. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - April 9, 2024 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Chronic pain during 60 days of war: the impact of the Russian war on Ukrainian patients
ConclusionsChronic pain levels increased with extent of environmental exposure to direct combat. Elevated depression symptoms may account for some of the observed increase in pain. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - April 8, 2024 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Allocating operating room time in orthopaedic trauma: a survey in medical ethics
ConclusionsA consensus exists regarding severity of the presenting orthopaedic problem being the most important factor when considering case priority. The lower agreement in the clinical vignettes indicates a strong interplay between the multiple factors in a case. Survey commentary suggests that outside factors – training, experience, politics, the team available – also play a role in a surgeon’s decision on case priority.Level of evidence: IV. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - April 6, 2024 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Long-haul COVID-19 and its associated risk factors: a systematic review and meta-analysis
ConclusionThe maximum pooled prevalence was from the cardiovascular system with chest pain being the most common symptom reported, followed by the neurological system. Certain characteristics (gender, hospitalization status, h/o sore throat and diarrhea) were associated with long-haul COVID. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - April 5, 2024 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Associations between sleep quality and coping style among front-line nurses: a cross-sectional study in China
ConclusionsSleep quality of medical staff, especially nurses, was affected by shift work during the post-pandemic era. Designing the best strategy for employees who are more likely to have sleep disorders, such as experienced nurses, will support them through sleep hygiene education and strengthen the humanistic solicitude of nurses. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - April 5, 2024 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Relationship between local food environment and reliance on food pantries: insights from a statewide client survey in Minnesota
ConclusionOur findings confirm food pantries are filling a gap in food access and the retail food environment and serve as a steady source of food for their clients. Findings suggest the need to reconsider food pantry offerings, particularly in locations where they fill the void left by food retail stores to serve clients adequately. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - April 5, 2024 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
The concept of privacy in the digital world according to teenagers
ConclusionThe findings are discussed in terms of how understanding young people ’s online privacy can help to design a safer Internet. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - April 4, 2024 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
The effectiveness of clinical pathways in inpatient settings - an umbrella review
ConclusionA positive impact of clinical pathways, including a reduced risk of complications, reduced length of stay, and a better documentation quality, can be summarized. However, the definition of the concept of clinical pathways already differs and the outcomes that were examined also differ in their definition and measurement. The results of this research on clinical pathways are not sufficient for transfer to the current situation. The results show an added value for patients, staff, and relatives, particularly for clinical pathways that involve frequent illnesses, are cost-intensive, and require a lot of communicatio...
Source: Journal of Public Health - April 2, 2024 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Correction to: Establishing and validating a survey for trauma-informed, culturally responsive change across multiple systems
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Source: Journal of Public Health - April 2, 2024 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Health-related resources and social support as enablers of digital device use among older Finns
ConclusionsFluent digital device users have personal resources, such as higher education, good health, and high health literacy, that contribute to their digital skills. Social resources are important enablers for those learning to use digital devices. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - March 27, 2024 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
“Money comin' fast, we never gettin' sleep”: a qualitative investigation of how sleep is represented in Hip-Hop and rhythm and blues songs
ConclusionOur findings demonstrate that, most commonly, poor sleep habits were portrayed in hip-hop music, which may contribute to social norming of poor sleep among Black individuals, a population already vulnerable to sleep difficulties. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - March 27, 2024 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Correction to: A content analysis of alcohol imagery in season 2 of The Kardashians
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Source: Journal of Public Health - March 27, 2024 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Pervasiveness of health information in everyday life in Germany: insights from a photo-elicitation diary study on implicit health knowledge using the documentary method
ConclusionThe findings contribute to a critical reflection on the pervasiveness of health information in lifeworlds, also referred to asinfodemic. The identified appraisal patterns and orientation frames offer insights into the impact of random encounters with health information in everyday life; they also provide a foundation for critically discussing quality criteria for health information in a diverse society, and can inform initiatives for strengthening individual and collective health literacy. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - March 25, 2024 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Loneliness, social support, and social networks: urban –rural variation and links to wellbeing in Scotland
ConclusionOverall, findings highlight key place-based differences that inform the design of efforts to promote social connectivity and enhance wellbeing. Given that urban residents had lower wellbeing and higher levels of loneliness, coupled with evidence demonstrating the importance of close, supportive social relationships, intervention efforts that promote social connectivity in urban environments are particularly needed. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - March 25, 2024 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
