Jairo Vanegas-López, Rodrigo Guzmán-Venegas, Gabriel Marzuca-Nassr, Claudio Muñoz-Poblete, Gonzalo Quiroz-Sandoval, Juan Silva-Urra, Andres Orellana-Uribe, Sebastian Dubó, Ignacio Sepúlveda-Carra, José Luis Márquez
{"title":"Associations of Gender and Household Area with Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior During Total and Partial COVID-19 Lockdowns in Chile: A Study in Adults Aged 18-44 Years.","authors":"Jairo Vanegas-López, Rodrigo Guzmán-Venegas, Gabriel Marzuca-Nassr, Claudio Muñoz-Poblete, Gonzalo Quiroz-Sandoval, Juan Silva-Urra, Andres Orellana-Uribe, Sebastian Dubó, Ignacio Sepúlveda-Carra, José Luis Márquez","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.461","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3961/jpmph.24.461","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>The COVID-19 pandemic led to various intensities of lockdowns, affecting lifestyles globally. This study investigates the impact of partial versus total lockdown on adult physical activity and sedentary behavior.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-sectional online survey was conducted from April to October 2020, with 493 participants included in the analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The analysis revealed no significant differences in total physical activity or total sitting time between partial and total lockdown scenarios. However, moderate physical activity significantly decreased during total lockdowns, with more pronounced reductions among females than males. Notably, a positive correlation was found between household area and moderate physical activity, suggesting that larger living spaces may encourage more physical activity. A negative correlation was observed between sitting time and moderate physical activity during both types of lockdown.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Total lockdown conditions were associated with a significant decrease in moderate physical activity, highlighting gender disparities in physical activity responses. Living space size emerged as a crucial factor in maintaining physical activity levels during restricted conditions. This study emphasizes the need to consider environmental and demographic factors in public health strategies during prolonged periods of restricted movement.</p>","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2024-12-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143122561","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}
{"title":"Prevalence, Sources, and Correlates of Second-hand Smoke Exposure Among Non-smoking Pregnant Women in India.","authors":"Farheen Ahmed, Nilesh Gawde, Sulabha Parasuraman","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.278","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3961/jpmph.24.278","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>Second-hand tobacco smoke (SHS) is a proven risk factor for negativeadverse health outcomes, especiallyparticularly among pregnant women. This study aimsaimed to address the research gap onconcerning the prevalence and correlates of SHS exposure at home and outsidein public settings among non-smoking pregnant women in India.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The dataset offrom the Global Adult Tobacco Survey (GATS) (2016-2017), India, was usedutilised to determineevaluate the prevalence of SHS exposuresexposure in pregnant women both at home and outside.in public spaces. Multivariable logistic regression analysis was usedemployed to identify the determinants of SHS exposure among pregnant women. this population.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The prevalence of SHS exposure in theat home was 37% and %, while exposure outside the home was 27%. 10% of allAmong non-smokersmoking pregnant women, 10% were exposed to SHS inon public transport. The risk of SHS exposure in theat home was significantly higher forin the North (AOR-=5.33:; 95% CI-, 2.45-11.60), Central (AOR-=4.46; 95% CI-, 1.98-10.02)), and North-East (AOR-=4.18; 95% CI-, 1.78-9.81) regions compared to the South. Pregnant women aged 25-34 (AOR-=0.61; 95% CI-, 0.39-0.93) and those aged 35 and above (AOR-=0.48; 95% CI-, 0.27-0.86), as well as those with secondary (AOR-=0.50; 95% CI-, 0.30-0.85) or higher education (AOR-=0.30; 95% CI-, 0.15-0.58)), had lower odds of SHS exposuresexposure at home. For SHS exposure outside homes,the home, the North region (AOR-=2.53; 95% CI-, 1.19-5.36), employment status (AOR-=1.99; 95% CI-, 1.13-3.47), and belonging to scheduled tribes (AOR-=3.20; 95% CI-, 1.25-8.21) had were associated with higher odds.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The prevalence of SHS exposure among pregnant non-smoking women was high at home as well as outside. SHS exposure at home was significantly associated with age, education, and region. SHS exposure outside homes was significantly associated with employment status, scheduled tribe, and regionnotably high both at home and in external environments.</p>","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2024-12-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143122562","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}
Dwi Rosella Komalasari, Chutima Jalayondeja, Wattana Jalayondeja, Yusuf Alam Romadhon
{"title":"Predictors of Quality of Life among Older Residents in Rural and Urban Areas in Indonesia: An Approach Using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health.","authors":"Dwi Rosella Komalasari, Chutima Jalayondeja, Wattana Jalayondeja, Yusuf Alam Romadhon","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.423","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3961/jpmph.24.423","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>The International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) model provides a comprehensive framework for understanding health and quality of life (QoL) in older adults in both rural and urban settings, each presenting unique advantages and challenges. This study aimed to explore the relationship between factors based on the ICF model and QoL among older residents of these areas.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-sectional study was conducted, involving 286 older adults aged 60 years or older from rural and urban areas of Surakarta, Central Java, Indonesia. The WHOQoL-BREF was utilized to assess QoL. The co-factors included personal factors, impairments, and activity limitations.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Multiple linear regression analysis indicated that lower limb muscle strength was the most significant factor associated with QoL in older adults in rural areas (B=0.681, standard error [SE]=0.301, p=0.026), followed by static balance (B=0.085, SE=0.034, p=0.014). In urban areas, gender emerged as the most significant factor influencing QoL (B=-13.643, SE=2.499, p<0.001), followed by hemoglobin level (B=-1.847, SE=0.760, p=0.017), age (B=-0.935, SE=0.246, p<0.001), and cognitive function (B=0.493, SE=0.179, p=0.007).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Efforts to improve QoL for older adults in rural areas should focus on enhance physical performance through exercise. In urban areas, the maintenance of QoL is influenced by personal factors. It is crucial to address physical performance through exercise to enhance QoL in rural settings. Meanwhile, focusing on mental health, financial security, and social connections is recommended to improve QoL for older adults in urban areas.</p>","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2024-11-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142786076","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}
Jia Rong Yap, Wendy Wenming Zhai, Cindy Seunghee Pak, Sharon Brownie
{"title":"The Impact of Student-led Community Health Screenings on Clients' Health Knowledge and Outcomes: A Qualitative Study.","authors":"Jia Rong Yap, Wendy Wenming Zhai, Cindy Seunghee Pak, Sharon Brownie","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.366","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3961/jpmph.24.366","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>This study investigated the impact of community health screenings (CHS) on the Asian community, focussing on the role of a student-led health and wellness centre in promoting and improving health outcomes. The CHS is a collaboration between Te Kotahi Oranga | Health and Wellness Centre and The Asian Network Incorporated, offering free health screenings to Asian migrants in the Waikato region, New Zealand.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Employing a qualitative approach, we interviewed clients who participated in the CHS to determine their perceptions regarding the effectiveness of the programme, its influence on their health knowledge and actions, and their overall satisfaction with the service. The Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research (COREQ) checklist was used to report the study.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Data analysis utilising reflexive thematic analysis yielded 5 themes: satisfaction and appreciation for the free health screening; strengthened commitment to better personal health; barriers and challenges in accessing public healthcare services; improved knowledge and awareness of health risks; and provision of more health screening tests and health seminars. The findings highlight the significance of culturally tailored health initiatives in addressing healthcare disparities, emphasising the need for innovative strategies to ensure continuity of care and support for underserved populations.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This research contributes to the understanding of how student-led health interventions can enhance public health efforts and improve health outcomes in Asian and migrant communities.</p>","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2024-11-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142784690","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}
{"title":"Health Effects of Heavy Metal Exposure Among E-waste Workers and Community-dwelling Adults in Thailand: A Cross-sectional Study.","authors":"Chonyitree Sangwijit, Parichat Ong-Artborirak, Warangkana Naksen, Kraiwuth Kallawicha, Pallop Siewchaisakul","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.415","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3961/jpmph.24.415","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>Global concern is increasing about the health effects of electronic waste (e-waste). This study examines the health impacts of heavy metal (HM) exposure among e-waste workers (EWWs) and community-dwelling adults (CDAs) in Northeastern Thailand and identifies factors associated with adverse health outcomes.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-sectional study was conducted of 164 EWWs and 164 CDAs. A survey was employed to collect data on participant characteristics, symptoms, anxiety, depression, and sleep quality. Urine samples were analyzed for lead (Pb) and cadmium (Cd) levels using atomic absorption spectrometry. Multiple logistic regression analysis was used to identify factors impacting health.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Across all participants, urinary Pb and Cd levels ranged from 5.30 to 29.50 µg/g creatinine and from 0.60 to 4.00 µg/g creatinine, respectively. The most frequently reported health issues pertained to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) at 38.70%, central nervous system (CNS) issues at 36.60%, and skin disorders at 31.10%. Multivariable analysis indicated that the presence of MSDs was significantly associated with exposure to Pb and Cd. Poor sleep quality (PSQ) was significantly linked to CNS problems, while body mass index was significantly related to skin disorders. Factors including primary education level or below, smoking, cleaning the house more than 3 times weekly, and PSQ were significantly linked to depression. Anxiety was significantly associated with PSQ.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Environmental exposure to Pb and Cd can have adverse health impacts in the form of MSDs. Depression and anxiety are common conditions among CDAs. Public health officials should monitor HM exposure and mental health within the community.</p>","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2024-11-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142786045","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}
Yeni Farida, Anna Wahyuni Widayanti, Tri Murti Andayani, Probosuseno Probosuseno
{"title":"Medication-related Burden and Experience With Medications in Indonesian Older Adults With Chronic Diseases: A Mixed-method Study.","authors":"Yeni Farida, Anna Wahyuni Widayanti, Tri Murti Andayani, Probosuseno Probosuseno","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.374","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3961/jpmph.24.374","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>This study explored the specific medication-related burdens experienced by older adults with chronic disease and the contributing factors.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>An exploratory mixed-method study was conducted at a teaching hospital in Surakarta City, Central Java, Indonesia. Combining the Indonesian version of the Living with Medicine Questionnaire (LMQ) and semi-structured interviews allowed for a comprehensive understanding of the medication-related burden. Differences in LMQ scores related to patient characteristics were analyzed using the t-test, F-test, or other alternatives. Quantitative and qualitative data triangulation was used to derive trustworthy and dependable results.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The overall LMQ mean score was 90.4 (n=129), indicating a moderate burden. The average LMQ scores varied significantly based on the number of medications, treatment duration, and the presence of cardiovascular disease (CVD), diabetes mellitus (DM) and stroke. The qualitative study found 3 themes in the chronic medication use of older adults: experiences, challenges, and motivation. Despite their limited understanding of a medication's name and indication, some patients managed their medications based on the physical look and packaging of the medication. The study also found that patient motivation and familial support could effectively counteract the fatigue and dissatisfaction associated with taking medication.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Older adults with chronic diseases faced medication-related burdens associated with the presence of CVD, DM, stroke, a treatment duration >5 years, and the use of >10 medications. Effective communication with healthcare professionals is required to understand patients' needs and concerns, thereby helping manage the challenges of medication-related burdens.</p>","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2024-11-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142786063","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}
{"title":"Use of Data Linkage Methods to Investigate Healthcare Interactions in Individuals Who Self-harm and Die by Suicide: A Scoping Review.","authors":"Ferdi W. Djajadisastra","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.448","DOIUrl":"10.3961/jpmph.24.448","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>In this review, the primary objective was to comprehensively summarize and evaluate the themes and findings of studies that used data linkage methods to examine the healthcare engagement of individuals with self-harming and suicidal tendencies. Additionally, the review sought to identify gaps in the existing literature and suggest directions for future research in this area.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This review utilized the PubMed, PsycINFO, and Scopus databases. Employing a scoping review methodology, 27 papers were analyzed.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>One particularly common data source is the routine information collected by government agencies. However, some studies augment this information with newly collected data. Compared to other research methods, data linkage has the advantage of incorporating participants from diverse backgrounds into the analysis. Most relevant studies employing data linkage methods have focused primarily on identifying sociodemographic correlates of self-harm, suicide deaths, and healthcare interactions. Additionally, cluster analysis has been used in certain studies to identify patterns of healthcare utilization within affected populations.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Data linkage offers a promising approach for researching self-harm and suicide. A notable challenge, however, is the focus of most studies on the associations between sociodemographic factors and the risks of self-harm and suicide. Integrating government datasets with data from recent studies, as well as fostering collaboration between researchers and government agencies to identify necessary data for routine administrative records, could help address these constraints. Despite its limitations, data linkage can reveal useful patterns in the interactions between individuals who self-harm or die by suicide and the healthcare system.</p>","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2024-11-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142785299","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}
Kelsey Day, Sara Wilcox, Lindsay Decker, John Bernhart, Meghan Baruth, Andrew Kaczynski, Christine Pellegrini
{"title":"Church Leaders' Health Behaviors and Program Implementation in the Faith, Activity, and Nutrition Program.","authors":"Kelsey Day, Sara Wilcox, Lindsay Decker, John Bernhart, Meghan Baruth, Andrew Kaczynski, Christine Pellegrini","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.384","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3961/jpmph.24.384","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>Church leaders are important to the success of faith-based health promotion interventions through the role modeling of health behaviors. However, clergy may be at a higher risk of chronic disease than their congregants and their health is understudied. This study examined church leaders' health-related behaviors, differences in health behaviors by sociodemographic characteristics, and associations between health behaviors and church-level implementation of an ecological intervention.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Pastors (n=93) and church coordinators (n=92) reported body mass index (BMI), self-rated health, fruit and vegetable consumption (F&V), and physical activity (PA) at baseline and 12 months post-training in the intervention. Church coordinators reported program implementation for their church. Sociodemographic differences and associations between changes in health behaviors and program implementation were tested with regression models. Changes in health-related variables were examined using paired t-tests and McNemar's test.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Pastors (41% women, 42% Black/African American) had a mean BMI of 30 kg/m2; 45% met F&V guidelines and 24% met PA guidelines. Black/African American pastors were less likely to meet F&V guidelines and had lower self-rated health than their counterparts. Pastor PA improved over time, but pastor health behaviors were not associated with program implementation. Church coordinators' (95% women, 39% Black/African American) mean BMI was 28 kg/m2; 27% met F&V guidelines and 63% met PA guidelines. Black/African American church coordinators had higher BMIs and lower self-rated health than their counterparts. Church coordinator F&V intake improved over time; self-rated health was positively associated with PA program implementation.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This study underscores the need for preventive interventions for church leaders.</p>","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2024-11-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142786023","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}
{"title":"Global Trends in Childhood Sexual Abuse and Bullying Victimization in 204 Countries: A Comprehensive Analysis From 1990 to 2019.","authors":"Nasrin Borumandnia, Mohammadamin Sabbagh Alvani, Payam Fattahi, Mahmood Reza Gohari, Yashar Kheirolahkhani, Hamid Alavimajd","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.007","DOIUrl":"10.3961/jpmph.24.007","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>No comprehensive analysis has yet been published regarding global trends in childhood sexual abuse (CSA) and bullying victimization (BV). The present study offers a longitudinal perspective on their prevalence worldwide.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>CSA and BV rates were extracted from the Global Burden of Disease study, spanning the years 1990 to 2019 across 204 countries. Trends by gender, region, and human development index (HDI) were examined.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>For both boys and girls, and in both high-HDI and low-HDI countries, CSA rates did not significantly change from 1990 to 2019 (p>0.05). However, BV rates increased significantly in high-HDI and low-HDI countries for both genders (p<0.001). Subsequently, we analyzed trends separately by gender across all countries, without considering development level. In this analysis, CSA rates among girls decreased from 1990 to 2000, followed by an increasing tendency after 2000; overall, an upward trend was evident between 1990 and 2019 (p=0.029). In contrast, no significant pattern was observed for boys. Notably, BV demonstrated an increasing trend across all regions when HDI was not considered (p<0.05), with African populations experiencing the most pronounced rise (p<0.001). Globally, boys consistently exhibited higher BV rates than girls.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Our research indicates that, on a global scale, rates of CSA among girls have been rising. Additionally, BV rates have increased in all regions for both boys and girls. Notably, this trend in BV rates is occurring irrespective of HDI. These findings underscore the necessity for targeted interventions in areas with high rates of CSA and BV.</p>","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":"530-539"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11626108/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142008973","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"SARS-CoV-2 Infection Risk Imposed by Fully-vaccinated Air Travelers Attending an Island-confined Quarantine System Enabling Tourism During the Pandemic: A Retrospective Cohort Study.","authors":"Thunyaporn Sirijantradilok, Chanapong Rojanaworarit, Isabella Andrade, Worawaran Kallayanasit, Panunda Yodkhunnathum, Somruethai Khamsakhon, Supasit Suerungruang, Nuttawoot Photisan","doi":"10.3961/jpmph.24.351","DOIUrl":"10.3961/jpmph.24.351","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>This study aimed to identify the incidence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection among fully vaccinated air travelers participating in an island-confined quarantine system (Phuket Sandbox Program). It also compared the differential risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection across different coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccines and the difference in time-to-detection periods between asymptomatic and symptomatic cases.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This retrospective cohort study determined the cumulative incidence of SARS-CoV-2 infection among 63 052 air travelers who participated in a quarantine program from July 1, 2021 to October 31, 2021. Using Poisson regression with robust standard errors, we estimated the relative risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection across different brands and types of COVID-19 vaccines, adjusting for relevant covariates. We visualized the time-to-detection periods for SARS-CoV-2 infection using Kaplan-Meier failure curves and compared these curves for asymptomatic and symptomatic travelers using the log-rank test.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The overall incidence of SARS-CoV-2 infection was 0.3%. Individuals vaccinated with Ad26.COV2.S, Gam-COVID-Vac, CoronaVac, and replicating viral vector vaccines faced a significantly higher risk of infection than those who received the BNT162b2 and mRNA vaccines. The time-to-detection periods for asymptomatic and symptomatic cases did not differ significantly.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Despite the relatively low risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection, a risk of breakthrough cases remained with certain vaccines. Given the high proportion of asymptomatic cases, quarantine and intermittent testing should be implemented. The mandatory quarantine system proved effective in managing positive cases without necessitating a complete shutdown of travel. Implementing an island quarantine could be a viable strategy for reintroducing travel and tourism during a future COVID-19 outbreak or a new pandemic.</p>","PeriodicalId":16893,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health","volume":" ","pages":"552-563"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11626105/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142502663","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}