{"title":"HEART HEALTH CHECK: SCREENING UNIVERSITY STUDENTS FOR RHEUMATIC HEART DISEASE","authors":"Abul Ahmed Sobeih","doi":"10.55640/medscience-abcd634","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55640/medscience-abcd634","url":null,"abstract":"This study examines the feasibility and effectiveness of screening university students for Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) as part of a broader public health initiative. RHD remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality, particularly in resource-limited settings, despite being largely preventable. The screening program targets university students due to their age group's susceptibility to RHD and the potential to intervene early in the disease progression. Through a combination of clinical assessments, echocardiography, and laboratory tests, students are evaluated for signs and symptoms of RHD. The findings shed light on the prevalence of RHD among university populations and the utility of targeted screening in identifying asymptomatic cases. This research contributes to the understanding of RHD epidemiology and informs strategies for early detection and intervention, thereby mitigating its burden on public health systems.","PeriodicalId":517877,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Prevention Practice and Research","volume":"576 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140286607","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":"IMPACT OF SOFT DRINK CONSUMPTION ON ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH: EVIDENCE FROM THE KOREAN YOUTH RISK BEHAVIOR WEB-BASED SURVEY","authors":"Jaelim Kim, Jeong Park","doi":"10.55640/medscience-abcd633","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55640/medscience-abcd633","url":null,"abstract":"This study investigates the impact of soft drink consumption on adolescent mental health using data from the Korean Youth Risk Behavior Web-Based Survey. Analyzing responses from a large sample of adolescents, the study explores the association between soft drink consumption and indicators of mental health, including depressive symptoms and suicide attempts. Results reveal a significant correlation between frequent soft drink consumption and adverse mental health outcomes among adolescents. The findings underscore the importance of considering dietary habits in adolescent mental health interventions and highlight the need for targeted public health initiatives aimed at promoting healthier beverage choices among youth.","PeriodicalId":517877,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Prevention Practice and Research","volume":"320 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140461222","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":"INSIGHTS INTO STUDENT PERSPECTIVES: BAYESIAN MODELING OF LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS AND STUDY APPROACHES","authors":"Liisa Salokekkilä, Saara Ryynänen","doi":"10.55640/medscience-abcd632","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55640/medscience-abcd632","url":null,"abstract":"Understanding student perspectives on their learning environments and study approaches is crucial for designing effective educational interventions and fostering academic success. This study employs Bayesian modeling techniques to analyze data gathered from student surveys, exploring the complex relationships between various factors influencing learning experiences and study habits. By leveraging Bayesian inference, the study offers insights into the nuanced interactions between student characteristics, learning environments, and academic outcomes. The findings provide valuable guidance for educators and policymakers seeking to optimize learning environments and support students in achieving their educational goals.","PeriodicalId":517877,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Prevention Practice and Research","volume":"35 10","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140463477","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":"UNRAVELING THE COGNITIVE MECHANISM OF EMOTIONAL VALIDITY IN CONFLICT CONTROL","authors":"Song Zhu","doi":"10.55640/medscience-abcd631","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55640/medscience-abcd631","url":null,"abstract":"Understanding the cognitive mechanisms underlying emotional validity in conflict control is crucial for elucidating how emotions influence decision-making and cognitive processing. Emotional validity refers to the congruence between emotional cues and task demands, impacting the allocation of attention and cognitive resources during conflict resolution. This paper reviews current research investigating the neural correlates and behavioral effects of emotional validity on conflict control processes. It examines how emotional stimuli modulate attentional bias, response inhibition, and cognitive flexibility through interactions with brain regions implicated in emotion regulation and cognitive control. Furthermore, the paper discusses implications for cognitive theories of emotion-cognition interaction and potential applications in clinical and real-world settings.","PeriodicalId":517877,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Prevention Practice and Research","volume":"48 11","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140511175","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":"GUARDING AGAINST HEALTHCARE-ASSOCIATED CLOSTRIDIUM DIFFICILE INFECTION: THE CRUCIAL IMPERATIVE OF EFFECTIVE HAND HYGIENE IN CROSS-INFECTION CONTROL","authors":"L. Verde, R. Marranzano","doi":"10.55640/medscience-abcd630","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55640/medscience-abcd630","url":null,"abstract":"Healthcare-associated Clostridium difficile infection (HA-CDI) remains a significant challenge in healthcare settings worldwide. Effective control measures are essential to mitigate the spread of this pathogen. One critical aspect of prevention is the implementation of proper hand hygiene protocols among healthcare workers and patients. This paper explores the pivotal role of effective hand hygiene in cross-infection control to prevent HA-CDI. It examines current strategies, challenges, and best practices for promoting adherence to hand hygiene protocols in healthcare facilities. The review underscores the urgent need for comprehensive hand hygiene initiatives as a cornerstone of HA-CDI prevention efforts.","PeriodicalId":517877,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Prevention Practice and Research","volume":"4 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140521289","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}