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Association of Sedentary Lifestyle with Skeletal Muscle Strength and Mass in US Adolescents: Results from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2011-2014).

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Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health Pub Date : 2025-01-30 DOI: 10.3961/jpmph.24.614

Kun-Hee Oh, Jin-Young Min, Seo Kang, Kyoung-Bok Min

{"title":"Association of Sedentary Lifestyle with Skeletal Muscle Strength and Mass in US Adolescents: Results from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2011-2014).","authors":"Kun-Hee Oh, Jin-Young Min, Seo Kang, Kyoung-Bok Min","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.614","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3961/jpmph.24.614","url":null,"abstract":"Objective: Excessive sedentary behavior in youth is a major global issue, contributing to the rise in childhood obesity and metabolic diseases. International public health authorities have issued guidelines recommending that children and adolescents limit their daily sedentary time, including screen time. However, to date, no studies have explored the relationship between sedentary behavior as an exposure factor and skeletal muscle strength and mass as outcomes in this population. The present study investigated the association of sedentary behavior with handgrip strength (HGS) and appendicular lean mass (ALM) among US adolescents.Methods: A total of 1,449 adolescent participants from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2011-2014) were included. Information on sedentary behavior, specifically daily sedentary time, was obtained through a self-reported questionnaire. Muscular parameters, including HGS and ALM, were measured. To adjust for differences in body size, these parameters were divided by body mass index (BMI) and weight. Linear regression analyses were performed to evaluate the associations between daily sedentary time and each muscular parameter, adjusting for age, sex, ethnicity, annual family income, and moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA).Results: The linear regression analyses revealed negative associations between daily sedentary time and all muscular parameters, apart from absolute ALM. These included HGS (β=-0.2652, standard error [SE]=0.0740; p=0.0011), HGS/BMI (β=-0.0215, SE=0.0044; p<0.0001), HGS/weight (β=-0.0079, SE=0.0016; p<0.0001), ALM/BMI (β=-0.0083, SE=0.0030; p=0.01), and ALM/weight (β=-0.0030, SE=0.0010; p=0.0047).Conclusions: After adjusting for MVPA, daily sedentary time was inversely associated with HGS, HGS/BMI, HGS/weight, ALM/BMI, and ALM/weight in US adolescents.","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143122927","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Association Between Basic Immunization Status and Stunting in Toddlers Aged 12 to 59 Months in Indonesia.

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Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health Pub Date : 2025-01-30 DOI: 10.3961/jpmph.24.230

Ekadesi Purwanti, Siti Masitoh, Sudarto Ronoatmodjo

{"title":"Association Between Basic Immunization Status and Stunting in Toddlers Aged 12 to 59 Months in Indonesia.","authors":"Ekadesi Purwanti, Siti Masitoh, Sudarto Ronoatmodjo","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.230","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3961/jpmph.24.230","url":null,"abstract":"Objective: Immunization has been identified as a specific nutrition-related intervention to address the direct causes of stunting. This study examines the association between basic immunization status and stunting among toddlers in Indonesia.Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional analysis using data from the 2021 Study of Indonesia's Nutritional Status. A total of 70,267 toddlers, aged 12 to 59 months, were examined. Cox regression was employed to calculate prevalence ratios (PRs) with their 95% confidence intervals (CIs).Results: The prevalence of stunting among children aged 12 to 59 months in Indonesia was 23.1%, while 74.92% of children under 5 years old had complete basic immunization status. Multivariable analysis revealed a statistically significant association between basic immunization status and the incidence of stunting. Relative to toddlers with complete basic immunization, those with incomplete (partial) immunization were at a 1.18 times higher risk of stunting (adjusted PR, 1.18; 95% CI, 1.15 to 1.22). Furthermore, toddlers who had not been immunized at all faced an even greater stunting risk (adjusted PR, 1.27; 95% CI, 1.17 to 1.37). This association persisted after adjusting for variables such as maternal education, economic status, and the child's birth weight.Conclusions: Basic immunization status influences the incidence of stunting in toddlers aged 12 to 59 months. Thus, parents must ensure that their children's immunizations are completed according to the recommended schedule. Additionally, it is crucial to increase parental awareness regarding health service utilization, disease prevention, and the nutritional needs of toddlers.","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143122829","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Association Between Digital Addiction and Physical Activity in Korean Adults Across Age Groups: An Analysis of Community Health Survey Data.

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Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health Pub Date : 2025-01-24 DOI: 10.3961/jpmph.24.683

Kyungsin Lee, Inmyung Song

{"title":"Association Between Digital Addiction and Physical Activity in Korean Adults Across Age Groups: An Analysis of Community Health Survey Data.","authors":"Kyungsin Lee, Inmyung Song","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.683","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3961/jpmph.24.683","url":null,"abstract":"Objective: Extensive research has been conducted on digital addiction, particularly concerning internet, gaming, and smartphone use among adolescents and young adults. However, there is limited information about digital addiction in adults, especially in relation to physical activity. This study investigated the prevalence of digital addiction among Korean adults and explored its association with physical activity across various age groups.Methods: Using data from the 2023 Community Health Survey (n=231,752), this study estimated the prevalence of digital addiction, defined as experiencing impaired daily functioning due to excessive internet, gaming, or smartphone use. Physical activity was defined as exercise and regular walking. Multiple logistic regression was conducted to examine the association between physical activity and digital addiction in the full sample and by age group (under 40, 40-59, and 60+ years).Results: In 2023, the prevalence of digital addiction among adults was estimated to be 12.0%. Significantly higher odds of digital addiction were observed in younger age groups. Individuals who reported perceived stress or depression were at an increased risk for digital addiction. Conversely, physical activity was linked to a reduced risk of digital addiction, with odds ratios of 0.96 (p<0.05) for exercise and 0.93 (p<0.001) for regular walking. Notably, regular walking was associated with a reduced risk of digital addiction only in the 40-59 age group.Conclusions: Physical activity, particularly regular walking, is linked to a lower risk of digital addiction in Korean adults. Encouraging regular walking may help reduce digital addiction among middle-aged adults.","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143122918","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Association Between Geriatric Oral Health Assessment Index and Cardio-cerebrovascular Disease in Korean Older Adults. 韩国老年人口腔健康评价指标与心脑血管疾病的关系

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Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health Pub Date : 2025-01-14 DOI: 10.3961/jpmph.24.569

Kyu-Taek Lim, Jiwon Choe, Seung Sik Hwang

{"title":"Association Between Geriatric Oral Health Assessment Index and Cardio-cerebrovascular Disease in Korean Older Adults.","authors":"Kyu-Taek Lim, Jiwon Choe, Seung Sik Hwang","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.569","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3961/jpmph.24.569","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives: This study examined the association between oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL), as assessed by the Geriatric Oral Health Assessment Index (GOHAI), and cardiovascular disease (CVD) outcomes among Korean older adults.Methods: Data from 5413 participants in the Korean Longitudinal Study of Aging were analyzed. GOHAI scores were categorized as either \"poor\" (<40) or \"not poor\" (≥40). Generalized estimating equation models were used to assess the relationship between GOHAI scores and CVD prevalence, with analyses stratified by sex.Results: Poor GOHAI score was significantly associated with elevated odds of CVD (odds ratio [OR], 1.13; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.07 to 1.19; p<0.001). This association was stronger in women (OR, 1.36) compared to men (OR, 1.12). Poor oral health is indicative of systemic inflammation and age-related vulnerabilities, underscoring the utility of the GOHAI as an instrument for early identification of CVD risk.Conclusions: Poor oral health, as measured by the GOHAI, is associated with an increased risk of CVD among older adults, especially women. These findings support the use of the GOHAI as a cost-effective screening tool for the early assessment of CVD risk. Further research is warranted to explore inflammatory biomarkers and sex-specific mechanisms that could inform targeted interventions.","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142983779","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Association Between Non-adherence to Diabetes Management and Poor Sleep Quality Based on the Korean Community Health Survey.

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Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health Pub Date : 2025-01-14 DOI: 10.3961/jpmph.24.486

Horim Hwang, Hyunsuk Jeong, Hyeon Woo Yim

{"title":"Association Between Non-adherence to Diabetes Management and Poor Sleep Quality Based on the Korean Community Health Survey.","authors":"Horim Hwang, Hyunsuk Jeong, Hyeon Woo Yim","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.486","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3961/jpmph.24.486","url":null,"abstract":"Objective: Adhering to management guidelines, including routine follow-up and education, is crucial for the effective management of chronic diseases such as diabetes. Uncontrolled diabetes is linked to poor sleep quality. We used nationally representative data from community-dwelling Koreans to investigate potential associations between non-adherence to diabetes management and poor sleep quality.Methods: Of the 228,340 participants in the 2018 Korea Community Health Survey, we analyzed data from 68,246 participants aged 65 years and older. Based on their diabetes status and adherence to diabetes-related tests (glycated hemoglobin, fundus examination, and urine microalbuminuria) and management education, study participants were divided into 3 groups: no diabetes, adherence, and non-adherence. Outcome variables included poor overall sleep quality and sleep disturbances, as measured by the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index.Results: The study included 934 participants in the adherence group (2.0%) and 13,420 in the non-adherence group (20.2%). Participants displaying non-adherence were significantly more likely to report poor overall sleep quality (adjusted odds ratio [aOR], 1.09; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.04 to 1.13) and to experience sleep fragmentation, nocturia, pain during sleep, and difficulty falling asleep compared to participants without diabetes. Even in the earlier stage of diabetes, non-adherent participants were more likely to report poor sleep quality (aOR, 1.06; 95% CI, 1.001 to 1.18).Conclusions: Patients with diabetes who do not follow management guidelines are more likely to experience poor sleep quality than those without diabetes. Emphasizing diabetes management and increasing awareness of management strategies may improve sleep quality among patients with this disease.","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143122922","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Associations Between Multiple Falls and Mental Health Indices in Korean Older Adults: A Cross-sectional Study.

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Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health Pub Date : 2025-01-14 DOI: 10.3961/jpmph.24.482

Chaelyn Lim, Hyunjin Son, Byoung-Gwon Kim, Byengchul Yu, Jiwon Kim, Young-Seoub Hong

{"title":"Associations Between Multiple Falls and Mental Health Indices in Korean Older Adults: A Cross-sectional Study.","authors":"Chaelyn Lim, Hyunjin Son, Byoung-Gwon Kim, Byengchul Yu, Jiwon Kim, Young-Seoub Hong","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.482","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3961/jpmph.24.482","url":null,"abstract":"Objective: This study was performed to investigate the prevalence of falls, mental health issues, and health behaviors among older adults, as well as to analyze the association between multiple falls and mental health status in this population.Methods: We utilized data from the 2017, 2019, and 2021 Korean Community Health Survey, a nationwide survey organized by region and conducted by the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency. Participants were categorized into no-fall, single-fall, and multiple-fall groups based on responses to an index question regarding fall experiences and the number of such incidents reported in the survey. The chi-square test was applied to understand the characteristics of the elderly population in the community. Subsequently, multinomial logistic regression analysis was conducted to clarify the association between falls and mental health.Results: Integrated data analysis revealed that 11.3% of participants experienced a single fall, while 5.7% reported multiple falls. Participants from low-education and low-income backgrounds exhibited relatively high rates of falls. Additionally, non-drinkers and non-smokers reported falls more frequently than their counterparts who consumed alcohol and smoked. Multinomial logistic regression revealed significant associations between multiple falls and mental health factors. In particular, the severity of depression was directly proportional to the likelihood of experiencing multiple falls, with an odds ratio of 2.953 (95% confidence interval, 2.493 to 3.497).Conclusions: We identified associations between various mental health-related factors-including sleep duration, subjective stress, the presence of depression, and Patient Health Questionnaire-9 score-and the occurrence of multiple falls.","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143122930","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Multi-group Causal Model of Mental Health Literacy and Helping Behavior Toward People at Risk of Depression Among Thai and Vietnamese Health Science Students.

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Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health Pub Date : 2025-01-13 DOI: 10.3961/jpmph.24.449

Anchalee Jansem, Ungsinun Intarakamhang, Charin Suwanwong, Krittipat Chuenphitthayavut, Sudarat Tuntivivat, Khuong Le, Le Thi Mai Lien, Pitchada Prasittichok

{"title":"Multi-group Causal Model of Mental Health Literacy and Helping Behavior Toward People at Risk of Depression Among Thai and Vietnamese Health Science Students.","authors":"Anchalee Jansem, Ungsinun Intarakamhang, Charin Suwanwong, Krittipat Chuenphitthayavut, Sudarat Tuntivivat, Khuong Le, Le Thi Mai Lien, Pitchada Prasittichok","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.449","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3961/jpmph.24.449","url":null,"abstract":"Objective: Depression affects 23.3% of Thai and 15.2% of Vietnamese health science students, rates that exceed the global average of 4.4%. This study compared the causal models of mental health literacy and helping behavior toward individuals at risk of depression between these 2 groups.Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted from April to October 2023 and included 422 students from Thailand and Vietnam, who were studying medicine, nursing, psychology, and physical therapy. Stratified random sampling was used to select 211 students from each country. Data collection was performed using a Likert scale, which showed total-item correlations ranging from 0.24 to 0.83 and Cronbach's alpha values between 0.74 and 0.86. The data were analyzed using a structural equation model.Results: The causal models were consistent with the empirical data. The helping behavior of students toward peers at risk of depression was significantly influenced by their mental health literacy (effect size [ES]=0.91). This influence was also mediated indirectly by self-efficacy (ES=0.18), positive attitudes (ES=0.29), and social support (ES=0.77). Collectively, these factors accounted for 83% of the variance in helping behavior. Social support had a more pronounced effect on mental health literacy among Vietnamese students than among their Thai counterparts (ES=0.46 vs. 0.27, p<0.05). Conversely, positive attitudes had a stronger influence among Thai students than among Vietnamese students (ES=0.17 vs. 0.01, p<0.05).Conclusions: The causal models of helping behavior among Thai and Vietnamese health science students exhibited no significant differences. However, improving mental health literacy is crucial, as it significantly impacts helping behavior.","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143122934","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Utilization of Acid Suppressants After Withdrawal of Ranitidine in Korea: An Interrupted Time Series Analysis. 韩国停用雷尼替丁后抑酸剂的使用：中断时间序列分析。

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Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health Pub Date : 2024-12-30 DOI: 10.3961/jpmph.24.357

Jeong Pil Choi, Sangwan Kim, Jung Su Park, Mi-Sook Kim, Nam-Kyong Choi, Cheol Min Shin, Joongyub Lee

{"title":"Utilization of Acid Suppressants After Withdrawal of Ranitidine in Korea: An Interrupted Time Series Analysis.","authors":"Jeong Pil Choi, Sangwan Kim, Jung Su Park, Mi-Sook Kim, Nam-Kyong Choi, Cheol Min Shin, Joongyub Lee","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.357","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3961/jpmph.24.357","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives: This study was performed to evaluate the utilization patterns of acid suppressants following the withdrawal of ranitidine in Korea.Methods: Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service (HIRA) data from January 2016 to May 2023 were utilized to assess the usage of histamine H2 receptor antagonists (H2RAs) and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) for acid-related diseases. Drug utilization was calculated for each agent based on the defined daily dose (DDD). To evaluate changes in utilization following the ranitidine recall, an interrupted time series analysis was conducted using segmented linear regression and an autoregressive integrated moving average model.Results: Before the withdrawal of ranitidine, the DDD per 100,000 inhabitants per day was increasing by 6.9 (95% confidence interval [CI], 4.7 to 9.0) for H2RAs and by 19.3 (95% CI, 16.9 to 21.8) for PPIs each month. After the recall, H2RA utilization immediately declined by -1041.7 (95% CI, -1,115.8 to -967.7), followed by a monthly increase of 6.6 (95% CI, 3.7 to 9.6) above the previous trend. PPI utilization temporarily surged by 235.2 (95% CI, 149.1 to 321.3), then displayed a monthly increase of 4.1 (95% CI, 0.7 to 7.6) on top of the pre-recall trend. Among PPIs, esomeprazole and rabeprazole demonstrated notable increases, representing the most commonly used acid suppressants in 2023.Conclusions: PPI usage rose prominently following the withdrawal of ranitidine from the market. Considering the potential adverse effects of PPIs, further research is necessary to evaluate the public health implications of shifts in the utilization of acid suppressants.","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2024-12-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142950551","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Almost 80 years after Hiroshima and Nagasaki: Are World Governments and Healthcare Systems Ready for a Nuclear War?

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Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health Pub Date : 2024-12-17 DOI: 10.3961/jpmph.24.577

Céleo Ramírez, Reyna M Durón

{"title":"Almost 80 years after Hiroshima and Nagasaki: Are World Governments and Healthcare Systems Ready for a Nuclear War?","authors":"Céleo Ramírez, Reyna M Durón","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.577","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3961/jpmph.24.577","url":null,"abstract":"Since the detonation of the first atomic bomb during World War II, geopolitical issues and armed conflicts have reminded us of the threat posed by nuclear weapons in the short, medium, and long term. The potential consequences include millions of deaths and severe injuries from blast, heat, and acute ionizing radiation. Whatever the country, in the post-acute stage of a nuclear attack, the first challenge for health and rescue personnel will be gaining access to affected populations amidst destroyed infrastructure, hazardous radioactivity, and limited health facilities and medical supplies. Subsequently, the focus will shift to providing timely and appropriate treatment for survivors, addressing environmental damage, and combating malnutrition. Beyond the immediate human toll, the destruction of city infrastructure and the loss of centuries of cultural heritage are also at stake. Governments and health systems must prepare for these scenarios, although any medical or mitigation response may prove inadequate to halt the devastating impact of a failed disarmament or nuclear non-proliferation treaty. Scientists should raise awareness about the dire consequences of nuclear warfare and the realities of a post-nuclear era.","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2024-12-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143122100","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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The Relationship Between Park Access and Quality and Various Health Metrics in a Metropolitan Area in South Carolina Using the CDC Places Dataset.

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Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health Pub Date : 2024-12-13 DOI: 10.3961/jpmph.24.325

Jenna Pellizzari, Farnaz Hesam Shariati, Andrew T Kaczynski

{"title":"The Relationship Between Park Access and Quality and Various Health Metrics in a Metropolitan Area in South Carolina Using the CDC Places Dataset.","authors":"Jenna Pellizzari, Farnaz Hesam Shariati, Andrew T Kaczynski","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.325","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3961/jpmph.24.325","url":null,"abstract":"Objective: Limited access to high-quality green spaces could contribute to growing rates of chronic diseases and unhealthy behaviors. Public parks provide numerous benefits for population well-being. However, past research has shown mixed results regarding the association between proximal parks and residents' physical and mental health. This study examined the relationship between diverse elements of park access and quality and multiple health outcomes.Methods: Seventy-three unique parks within 70 census tracts in 4 cities in South Carolina were analyzed. Data about 7 aspects of park quality (transportation access, facility availability, facility quality, amenity availability, park aesthetics, park quality concerns, neighborhood quality concerns) were collected via on-site observations using the Community Park Audit Tool. Health data for each tract (obesity, no leisure time physical activity, high blood pressure, coronary heart disease, high cholesterol, diabetes, depression, poor mental health) were collected from the CDC PLACES dataset. Linear regression analyses examined the association between 10 park access and quality metrics and 8 health metrics, controlling for sociodemographic characteristics.Results: All associations were in the unexpected direction except 1 relationship involving mental health. Specifically, positive associations were found between the number of parks and obesity, the number of parks and no leisure time physical activity, transportation access and obesity, and transportation access and high blood pressure. As concerns about neighborhood quality increased, poor mental health status worsened.Conclusions: This study provides valuable information for public health professionals and researchers. Further research is needed to expand on and elucidate these findings.","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2024-12-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143122733","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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