{"title":"Elevated blood pressure and its associated demographic factors among rural school adolescents in Fayoum governorate, Egypt","authors":"S. Hassan, W. A. Abdel Wahed, Shimaa E Mabrouk","doi":"10.21608/ejcm.2022.124759.1210","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21608/ejcm.2022.124759.1210","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":339981,"journal":{"name":"The Egyptian Journal of Community Medicine","volume":"106 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"130412103","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}
H. Elareed, M. Anwar, N. Laz, Mohammad Mohammad, Doaa Khalil
{"title":"Public opinion towards COVID-19 vaccination in Egypt","authors":"H. Elareed, M. Anwar, N. Laz, Mohammad Mohammad, Doaa Khalil","doi":"10.21608/ejcm.2022.135572.1214","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21608/ejcm.2022.135572.1214","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":339981,"journal":{"name":"The Egyptian Journal of Community Medicine","volume":"279 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123309203","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":"The Egyptian Journal of Community Medicine; Current Status and Future Directions","authors":"aiman elsaed","doi":"10.21608/ejcm.2022.144282.1225","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21608/ejcm.2022.144282.1225","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":339981,"journal":{"name":"The Egyptian Journal of Community Medicine","volume":"11 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"117311503","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":"Determinants of Breastfeeding Initiation among Mothers Attending Breastfeeding Support Clinics; a cross-sectional study in Alexandria, Egypt","authors":"R. Emara, D. Tayel, A. Mostafa","doi":"10.21608/ejcm.2022.136262.1215","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21608/ejcm.2022.136262.1215","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":339981,"journal":{"name":"The Egyptian Journal of Community Medicine","volume":"14 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"121964114","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":"Effectiveness of health belief model-based educational intervention in improving knowledge, beliefs, smoking behaviors, and nicotine dependence among cigarette smoking medical students during COVID-19 pandemic","authors":"M. Tawfik, H. Soliman, Sally Elotla","doi":"10.21608/ejcm.2022.130974.1212","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21608/ejcm.2022.130974.1212","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":339981,"journal":{"name":"The Egyptian Journal of Community Medicine","volume":"111 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-05-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131720082","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":"The effect of health belief model based educational program on oral and dental health among pregnant women: An interventional study","authors":"Hala A. El Maghawry","doi":"10.21608/ejcm.2022.120738.1207","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21608/ejcm.2022.120738.1207","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":339981,"journal":{"name":"The Egyptian Journal of Community Medicine","volume":"59 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-05-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134030393","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":"Influence of COVID-19-related KAP on daily life, social stigma and vaccine intentions in Upper Egypt","authors":"W. Hamza, S. Hassany, S. Mahmoud","doi":"10.21608/ejcm.2022.133102.1213","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21608/ejcm.2022.133102.1213","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":339981,"journal":{"name":"The Egyptian Journal of Community Medicine","volume":"26 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-05-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"122589790","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":"Enhancement of Hand Hygiene and Face Mask Use during COVID-19 Pandemic amongK-12 Schools’ Teachers","authors":"M. Bayomi, Randa M. Said, G. Salem","doi":"10.21608/ejcm.2022.128768.1211","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21608/ejcm.2022.128768.1211","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":339981,"journal":{"name":"The Egyptian Journal of Community Medicine","volume":"5 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-05-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"127642908","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":"Occupational Health Problems among Bakery Workers in 10th of Ramadan City in 2018.","authors":"M. Radwan, Eman Elshahat","doi":"10.21608/ejcm.2021.109894.1194","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21608/ejcm.2021.109894.1194","url":null,"abstract":"Background : Bakeries can be a very hazardous work site. Occupational health problems at the bakeries may vary from physical, chemical, biological, and psychological health problems. Heat, light, noise, and radiation are the physical health problems that might be encountered at the bakery. Objective: This study was carried out to evaluate the occupational health problems among bakery workers and to evaluate the safety measures at the bakery sites. Method : A cross-sectional study was conducted on bakeries on the 10th of Ramadan City. A total of 100 bakery workers were randomly selected and interviewed individually, at their work. We assessed the self-recorded health problems of the workers during the last 6 months and occupational health problems among them. In addition, occupational health hazards and precautionary measures taken were assessed. Results : Different occupational hazards had disclosed as the following (from the highest to the lowest exposure) among bakery workers: 80.0% for moving stuff while 60.0% had poor positioning during work, followed by 58.0% who were facing excessive heat, then 50.0 % who encountered a hazardous degree of noise. Most bakery sites have very poor ergonomic rules and ventilation. Most bakery workers are exposed to many physical and ergonomic health hazards. Common cold, Headache, and muscle spasms are the most recorded health problems among bakery workers. Conclusion and Recommendations : Most bakery workers are exposed to many physical and ergonomic health hazards. Common cold, Headache, and muscle spasms are the most recorded health problems among bakery workers. We suggest further studies to evaluate the degree of the physical and ergonomic hazards at the bakery sites. Besides, bakery workers should be encouraged to be trained on occupational health and safety; how to prevent health problems, accidents and use safety measures, first aids, and PPEs at the bakery sites.","PeriodicalId":339981,"journal":{"name":"The Egyptian Journal of Community Medicine","volume":"25 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"126941731","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}
H. Ali, Mohamed qayed, Ekram Abdel khalek, Asmaa Soliman
{"title":"Hepatitis C Infection among Health Care Workers Screened by OraQuick Test in Asyut Governorate","authors":"H. Ali, Mohamed qayed, Ekram Abdel khalek, Asmaa Soliman","doi":"10.21608/ejcm.2021.86749.1184","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21608/ejcm.2021.86749.1184","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Healthcare workers (HCWs) are at greater risk for infection by blood-borne pathogens, such as hepatitis B and C and human immunodeficiency viruses. Occupational exposure to needle stick injuries (NSIs) and blood and other body fluids (BBF) remained the main health problem in developing countries. Objectives: This study aimed to determine the prevalence and associated risk factors of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection in HCWs in Asyut Governorate and treatment outcomes among true positive cases. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out among HCWs at the central office of Asyut Health Directorate, Abu-teeg, Al-Qusiyah, and Abnoub district hospitals. This study was done before national HCV screening initiative in Egypt. The study sites were randomly recruited from all eligible sites. Data were collected using a semi structured questionnaire. The questionnaire included inquiries about sociodemographic status and risk factors for HCV transmission, such as exposure to NSIs and BBF. Results: The prevalence of hepatitis C infection among HCWs in Asyut Governorate was 6.3% by polymerase chain reaction test. The important risk factors for HCV positivity included exposure to NSIs and BBFs. Conclusion : The HCV infection prevalence among HCWs is high, and significant predictors of HCV infection among HCWs include exposure to NSIs and BBFs and absence of training regarding infection control measures. Therefore, health education and training programs are regularly recommended for all HCWs regarding occupational exposure to NSIs and BBFs.","PeriodicalId":339981,"journal":{"name":"The Egyptian Journal of Community Medicine","volume":"169 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"128837523","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}