People In Areas Research Articles

Establishment of Donation Program Facilities (DPF) as a Sustainability Strategy Ensuing Social Transformation

Food and non-food donation is a considerable attempt to reduce wastage in the establishments. In the Philippines, wastage is being addressed by resorting to donation activities, yet not all donors consider the entirety of the impoverished population. To set up a centralized food and non-food donation program facility in every city and municipality backed up by sufficient information, this research project was proposed and conducted. Food Loss and Waste Accounting and Reporting Standard (or FLW Standard) revealed a considerable amount of food waste generated monthly in supermarkets and markets. The Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) forecasted the intention to participate in the program as impacted by behavior toward the probability of the outcome with acknowledgment of the risks and recompenses. The Learning Framework disclosed the willingness of the communities to participate in the program as determined by the capabilities, perceived benefits, and intentions. The cost-benefit analysis proved that the benefits exceeded the costs of setting up the facility. The institutional readiness in the areas of people; system; technology & infrastructure; and process indicated the ability to respond to changes and adapt to new ways that further determined the delivery of better services, supported by a combination of strong processes, the right people, and the needed infrastructure. Keywords: donation program, reduction of food and non-food wastes, donation program facility, wastage

Self-perceived sleep quality during the covid pandemic: risk and protective factors

The situation derived from the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and lockdowns ordered to control the pandemic led to unprecedented problems in different areas of people’s well-being. This study aimed to explore the acute effects of the first lockdown on self-perceived sleep quality, as well as the risk/protective factors that modulated this impact. The sample was composed by 1,275 respondents ranging in age from 18 to 55 years. Participants wererecruited during the COVID-19 first lockdown in Spain. They wereevaluated regarding theirself reported sleep problems before and during lockdown, as well as other areas related to the impact of lockdown (e.g., on diet, physical activity, or use of digital media), psychological states (positive and negative affect), and traits (impulsivity). Most participants (66.7%) reported a decrease in their self-perceived sleep quality during the pandemic. Correlational analyses showed that maintaining good levels of physical activity and diet quality during the pandemic were positively associated with sleep quality; furthermore, greater levels of positive affect, living in bigger homes during lockdown, and age were positively associated with sleep quality as well. On the contrary, negative affect, female sex, and the impact of the pandemic on various domains (mental health, relationship quality, personal finances, and the use of digital media) were negatively related to self-perceived sleep quality. In brief, this study supports the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on self-perceived sleep quality and provides a preliminary foundation for identifying protective and risk factors contributing to sleep quality during lockdowns and other situations of distress.

Perception of Housing Policy in the Context of Poles’ Political Views in 2022: Between Human Needs and the Free Market

Polish housing policy, which was implemented after 1989, gradually evolved towards reducing the scale of state intervention in terms of the instruments used and the directions of influence on how to meet housing needs. The aim of the article is to analyze survey data collected in 2022, which indicate how adult residents of Poland perceive and evaluate activities implemented at the national and local level in this area of social policy, taking into account their declared political views. The results of the analysis indicate that this factor is not associated with clearly different assessments and expectations in this area of people with left-wing or right-wing political views.

Comparative effects of myofascial release with and without eccentric resistance on pain, range of motion, and functional disability in patients with Achilles tendinopathy

BackgroundThe ankle is one of the most commonly injured areas in people with active and sedentary lives. Achilles tendinopathy (AT) is characterized by pain and stiffness that limits daily living work. Myofascial release and eccentric training are believed to improve soft tissue circulation, strength, pain, ROM, and function. ObjectiveTo compare the effects of myofascial release with and without eccentric resistance on pain, range of motion, and functional disability in patients with AT. MethodologyThis randomized clinical trial was conducted with a sample of 72 participants selected via a convenient sampling technique. Participants were divided into two groups, Group A was given myofascial release therapy, and Group B was given myofascial release with eccentric resistance. Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), Goniometer, and Foot ankle disability index (FADI) were outcome measure tools for pain, range of motion, and functional disability. The assessment was done at baseline, 2nd and 4th week. Mann-Whitney U Test and Friedman's ANOVA were applied to find between-group and within-group differences. P-value was set at ≤0.05. ResultsThere was a significant difference in pain (p = 0.03), plantarflexion ROM (p = 0.008), and functional disability (p = 0.02) between the two groups. However, no significant difference was observed in dorsiflexion (p = 0.06). Within-group differences were also significant (p < 0.05). ConclusionIt is concluded that myofascial release with eccentric resistance was more effective than myofascial release without eccentric resistance in improving pain, range of motion, and functional disability in Achilles tendinopathy.

Virtual reality-guided mindfulness for chronic pain in cancer survivors: protocol for the virtual mind study-a single-group feasibility trial.

Chronic cancer-related pain (CRP) can have a significant negative impact on quality of life. Mindfulness is hypothesized to mitigate chronic CRP by regulating both physical and emotional resistance to pain. In recent years, there has been interest in the use of virtual reality (VR) to deliver mindfulness meditation. VR provides an immersive and engaging environment, which may enhance one's focused attention to present-moment experiences, potentially making mindfulness less effortful and more efficacious for individuals with chronic pain. There has been little research in this area for people with a history of cancer. The aim of this mixed methods study is to evaluate the feasibility of a VR-guided mindfulness (VRGM) intervention offered to adult cancer survivors with chronic CRP. This mixed methods feasibility study will employ a single-arm, pretest-posttest design with semistructured interviews. In total, 15 cancer survivors will be enrolled in a 6-week home-based intervention that consists of 10-15 min of daily VRGM practice. The primary outcome is feasibility as assessed by accrual rates, retention in the study, intervention adherence, questionnaire completion, and side effect rates. Participants will be assessed on psychosocial outcome measures (i.e., pain, sleep, depressive and anxiety symptoms, fatigue, quality of life, and mindfulness) before and after the intervention, and 6 weeks post intervention (follow-up). Changes in pain will be described in relation to levels of immersion and presence in the virtual environment, trait mindfulness, and amount of VRGM practice. Qualitative information will provide subjective detail on participants' experience with VRGM to complement quantitative data. This study has been approved by the Health Research Ethics Board of Alberta Cancer Committee (HREBA.CC-20-0411). This novel intervention provides a potential alternative treatment to pharmacological pain management. Results from this study may inform future larger VGRM trials for chronic CRP to help reduce suffering in people with cancer. Study findings will be disseminated through open access publications, traditional conference presentations, professional cancer organizations, and social media platforms.

IN SEARCH OF THE FACTORS FOSTERING GREEN PROJECT MANAGEMENT IN NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS: RESEARCH RESULTS FROM POLAND

This article addresses the insufficiently researched topic of Green Project Management (GPM) in nonprofit organizations (NPOs). Factors supporting the application of GPM in NPOs can be identified among both external conditions (e.g., environmental policy, funder requirements) and internal conditions related to the specificity of the functioning of the NPO (e.g., size, forms of employment, sources of financing, project management solutions). This article aims to contribute to the discussion on the factors facilitating GPM in NPOs. The focus is specifically on the frequency of GPM practices in the areas of People, Planet, and Prosperity during project implementation. The study employed a quantitative survey using the CAWI technique; the respondents were individuals representing NPOs in Poland with project experience.

Impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the functioning of companies from the perspective of employees

&#x0D; &#x0D; &#x0D; The main objective of the article is to indicate the impact of the pandemic on the Polish economy, with particular emphasis on businesses from the perspective of employees. The hypothesis is that the coronavirus pandemic negatively affected the functioning of the Polish economy. Taking up this topic is related to the various reactions of the government and European organizations to the emergence of a new threat and the significant role of health in the economy. This article is mainly empirical. The research was conducted using the method of standardized computer-assisted questionnaire interviews between March and April 2021. The questionnaire form was shared on social media in the student group and the group Accounting – my passion (in Polish Księgowość moja pasja). 120 entrepreneurs and employees (N=120) were surveyed. The negative impact of the coronavirus is perceived by almost all respondents and the mitigation instruments offered by the government are considered insufficient. It would be worthwhile to think about relief solutions in times of pandemic, the current opinion shows a negative perception of the measures introduced so far. The pandemic caused not only economic effects, but also affected many areas of people’s lives, resulting in a negative perception of reality. The functioning during the lockdown was limited to the necessary minimum, therefore the quality of life was rated as average.&#x0D; &#x0D; &#x0D;

HISTORY TEACHING IN THE FACE OF A NEW AND CHALLENGING HISTORICAL CONTEXT

The aim of this text is to discuss the use of information and communication technologies in the teaching and learning process in the subject of history. The topic was chosen as a result of the current technological scenario, which provides new configurations of social relations and allows for changes in various areas of people’s lives. Technology is currently embedded in all spaces and scenarios in society, and this is no different in the educational context. When used in the context of education, it allows for various possibilities of application, such as the use of digital media in classrooms, the implementation of virtual learning environments - in which it is possible to post content, lessons and interactions between teachers and students, as well as between students - in addition to countless other applications of technological resources, such as computers, tablets, among other tools. We also point out suggestions, possible paths, promoting reflection on teaching practice, in which teachers should need too adapt to new technologies.

Effect of A Selected Corrective Exercise Program on the Function and Proprioception of the Cervical Area in People With Depression and Upper Crossed Syndrome

Effect of A Selected Corrective Exercise Program on the Function and Proprioception of the Cervical Area in People With Depression and Upper Crossed Syndrome

Pragmatic skills in people with Williams syndrome: the perception of families

BackgroundOne of the most challenging linguistic areas in people with Williams Syndrome throughout their evolutionary stage is the development of pragmatic skills. The research conducted so far highlights specific problems concerning adaptation to the linguistic context and interlocutors, language comprehension, as well as other aspects interfering with verbal communication. However, until now, most scientific evidence has been based on personal assessments of this group. In a complementary manner, the goal of this study was to discover the level of pragmatic skills of people with Williams Syndrome from the point of view of the families. The sample consisted of 34 families belonging to the Williams Syndrome Association of Spain. The assessment instrument was the pragmatic awareness questionnaire, which includes 26 items related to different aspects that are part of the pragmatic area on a Likert-type scale.ResultsThe results indicate that, families consider there to be a regular to low level in all the areas assessed. The strong points seem to lie in the paralinguistic aspects, while the weakest factors are those related to the understanding of figurative language.ConclusionsTherefore, it is necessary to continue insisting on the importance of language intervention in this group throughout its development to improve its level of linguistic competence.

Analysis of Sustainability Status and Management of Brown Seaweed Sargassum sp. in the Waters of Ujung Kulon Conservation Area

The potential of seaweed resources in Indonesia has a significant economic value that is quite competitive and useful in the food and non-food sectors. One of the habitats of Sargassum sp. in Indonesia is Ujung Kulon, Banten Province. However, the existence of this species has not been utilized optimally and sustainably by the community. In addition, the problem is the lack of community participation in conservation water areas and sustainable management. The study aimed to determine the resource potential of brown seaweed Sargassum sp. in the location. In addition, it will evaluate the management and utilization, as well as the role of the community in sustainable management. Sustainability analysis was conducted using the Multi-Dimensional Scaling (MDS) technique through the RAPFISH (Rapid Appraisal for Fisheries) approach reinforced with Monte Carlo and Leverage analyses. The preparation of sustainability attributes is based on ecological, economic, social, and institutional dimensions. The results of this study showed that each dimension's value for the environmental dimension (66.15 entirely) is sustainable. The sustainability index value in the economic dimension (81.68) is sustainable. The results of the ordination analysis show that the sustainability index value in the social dimension (20.97) is not sustainable, institutional (31.92) with less sustainable status, so it needs to be a top priority for improvement on several sensitive attributes as leverage factors. In this case, the economic dimension is the value with the highest index, which aligns with the main livelihoods of the conservation area's people. As for the social and institutional dimensions, appropriate improvements still need to be made to support sustainable development. These results are expected to provide information and illustrations for stakeholders and the community in sustainable management efforts in formulating policy strategies.

Instrumental assessment of pressure pain threshold over trigeminal and extra-trigeminal area in people with episodic and chronic migraine: a cross-sectional observational study

BackgroundCentral and peripheral sensitization are characterized by widespread hyperalgesia that is manifested by larger pain extent area and reduction in pressure pain threshold (PPT). PPT decreases in patients with migraine not only over the trigeminal cervical complex but also throughout the body.MethodsA cross-sectional study was adopted to assess the local and widespread hyperalgesia in chronic and episodic migraine patients respect to healthy controls. The guidelines of Andersen’s were used to evaluate the PPT bilaterally over 3 muscles in the trigemino-cervical complex (temporalis, sub-occipitalis, trapezius) and over 1 muscle far from this area (tensor fasciae latae).ResultsThirty subjects with episodic migraine (35.8 ± 2.82 years), 30 with chronic migraine (53.03 ± 19.79 years), and 30 healthy controls (29.06 ± 14.03 years) were enrolled. The interaction effect was present for the trapezius muscle with a significant difference between the right and the left side in episodic group (p = 0.003). A group effect was highlighted in all four muscles analyzed such as suboccipital (p < 0.001), temporalis (p > 0.001), trapezius (p < 0.001), and TFL (p < 0.001). PPT was usually higher in the control group than in the episodic group which in turn was characterized by higher PPT values than the chronic group.ConclusionsPeople with chronic and episodic migraine presented lower PPT than healthy controls both in the trigeminal and in the extra-trigeminal area. People with chronic migraine presented lower PPT than episodic migraine only in the trigeminal area. Temporalis and sub-occipitalis are the most sensitive muscles in people with chronic and episodic migraine.

No Evidence of Cross-Orientation Suppression Differences in Migraine with Aura Compared to Healthy Controls.

It has been suggested that there may be an imbalance of excitation and inhibitory processes in the visual areas of the brain in people with migraine aura (MA). One idea is thalamocortical dysrhythmia, characterized by disordered oscillations, and thus disordered communication between the lateral geniculate nucleus and the cortex. Cross-orientation suppression is a visual task thought to rely on inhibitory processing, possibly originating in the lateral geniculate nucleus. We measured both resting-state oscillations and cross-orientation suppression using EEG over occipital areas in people with MA and healthy volunteers. We found evidence of cross-orientation suppression in the SSVEP responses, but no evidence of any group difference. Therefore, inhibitory processes related to cross-orientation suppression do not appear to be impaired in MA.

Effects of non-invasive brain stimulation over supplementary motor area in people with Parkinson’s disease: a protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials

IntroductionIndividuals with Parkinson’s disease (PD) often experience initial hesitation, slowness of movements, decreased balance and impaired standing ability, which can significantly impact their independence. Transcranial magnetic stimulation and transcranial direct...

Water scarcity and COVID-19 mortality in rural chilean areas

The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus around the world in March 2020, severely affected many areas of people’s life and health. Among the main ways to prevent its spread is by washing hands and food with soap and water. However, the latter is scarce in several municipalities of Chile, highlighting the difficulties of water supply at a national level. This work investigates the relationship between municipalities decreed by the government as being in a situation of water scarcity and the COVID-19 mortality levels found in rural areas between March 2020 and June 2021. Statistical data were used from different databases to correlate mortality rates with the level of municipal development and access to a drinking water network. A negative correlation was obtained between high COVID-19 mortality and low levels of communal development and connection to the drinking water network. As a result, it is deemed necessary to take into account geographical variables, such as water scarcity, in the generation of public health policies and water resource management.

Analysis on the Path and Countermeasures of China's Sports Development

China's sports industry has been criticized by the public all the time. From the perspective of the current sports industry structure, compared with developed countries, China's sports service industry accounts for a low proportion. The development of China's mass sports fitness and sports economic undertakings has not been favored by the public, and the current research on China's sports development prospects is limited. This paper uses the literature survey method and case analysis method to study the development prospect and direction of China's sports and find out the existing problems. The research found that the promotion of China's mass sports fitness cause still needs to be improved. The area of people's sports venues is small. The lack of competitive sports talents and the incomplete or defective competition system are also problems existing in China's national sports fitness. The most serious problem is the serious corruption of China's sports management. This paper, the Chinese national sports exercise and sports competitive career have developed, but the problem is the lack of physical exercise venues and the cause of sports talent, and this paper studies the Chinese basketball career can follow Europe to develop, and football career should continue to crack down on corruption, so as to flourish.

The effect of elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor on non-pulmonary symptoms in adults with cystic fibrosis

BackgroundElexacaftor/Tezacaftor/Ivacaftor (ETI) is a CFTR modulator that has led to large benefits in lung function, pulmonary exacerbation rates, and respiratory symptoms. Less is known about the effect of ETI on non-pulmonary symptoms. The objective of this study was to examine the changes in patient reported outcomes after starting ETI in multiple non-pulmonary symptoms. MethodsThis was a prospective cohort study of adults with CF. Participants completed questionnaires prior to starting ETI and then at weeks 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, and 14 after starting ETI. They completed the following validated instruments: PROMIS Pain Intensity, PROMIS Pain Interference, FACIT Fatigue, SNOT22, PAC-SYM, PHQ8, GAD7 and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. Longitudinal changes for outcomes were modelled using linear regression based on general estimating equations. Results22 participants enrolled who answered questionnaires before and after starting ETI. The median age was 35.3 years (IQR 11.1) and 13 (59.1%) were male. In models adjusted for age, sex, and baseline value there were significant improvements in pain interference (β = −2.57; 95% CI -4.92, −0.23), sinus symptoms (β = −4.50; 95% CI -7.59, −1.41), and sleep disturbance (β = −1.90; 95% CI -2.71, −1.09) over 14 weeks after starting ETI. No symptom areas worsened over the study period. ConclusionsIn this prospective study we found statistically significant improvements in three different non-pulmonary symptom areas in people with CF started on ETI. While this was a small, uncontrolled study it suggests that use of highly effective CFTR modulators can result in benefits for patients beyond pulmonary symptoms.

An Ethnobotanical Study on Plants Used in the Treatment of Gynecological Diseases in Some Provinces of the Eastern Anatolia Region

This work was supported by “The Republic of Turkey Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry General Directorate of Nature Conservation and National Parks.” It was carried out to document the plants used by people living in and around Ardahan, Iğdır and Kars provinces between 2020-2021 for gynecological diseases. For this purpose, medicinal plants used by the public for therapeutic purposes were collected and determined, their use, and parts used were reported, and herbarium samples were prepared. Regular visits were arranged to the regions where the research was carried out, and surveys were conducted by interviewing and speaking with the area's people. It was determined that 34 medicinal plant taxa belonging to 18 plant families were used in gynecological diseases among the people of Ardahan, Iğdır and Kars provinces and their surroundings. These plants include 26 wild species and 7 cultivated species. It has been observed that the most commonly used medicina plant families in gynecological diseases are Asteraceae (6), Malvaceae (5) and Lamiaceae (3). Although traditional medicine is widely practiced in the regions where it is studied, it is rapidly being replaced by modern medicine and pharmacy.

Study Survey of Increasing Arabic Learning Due to Smartphones

The Covid-19 pandemic has grown and spread in various countries, changing various areas of people's lives, especially in Indonesia, some time back. The purpose of this observation is to find out the use of smartphones for students of Junior High School madrasahwhen studying online. This observation is through a quantitative approach through the survey study method and selecting a random sample by establishing10 speakers who live in dormitories, namely Junior High School grade 7 students who have obtained questionnaire answers using google from. The research tool is adapted from several writings. The tool is made from 5 questions. The observation results found that there were seven people who had their own smartphones and three students used the smartphones of their parents, siblings and other people in online learning, while the time used to study through smartphones was between 5 to 6 hours. The students of Junior High School use smartphones are classified as a good category in learning because they can do and collect tasks well. So students discussed it with their friends, and all felt satisfied with using smartphones in online learning activities. Saran for the next researcher to use the variables of attitude and the impact of using smartphones for Junior High School students who have their own smartphones

Digital solutions in pharmaceutical marketing to combat the COVID-19 pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a great impact on many areas of people's lives. States faced the tasks of stopping the spread of the virus, treating the already sick, informing the population, creating vaccines, and much more. In addition to protecting the health of citizens, support for business and production was required. The global spread of the coronavirus affected both the industrial and financial spheres of individual countries, and the entire global economy. Logistics chains of supply of various finished goods and components, including pharmaceutical ones, were disrupted. At the same time, the demand for medicines and other goods of the pharmaceutical market increased, and the production of drugs and vaccines augmented. The market needed new marketing tools: the creation, promotion, and provision of pharmaceutical and medical products. The resulting problems required prompt and modern solutions. Digital solutions were most often used as novel methods in the conditions of isolation and reduction of personal contacts. The pandemic significantly accelerated the change in the approach to marketing and contributed to the rapid transformation of its processes, i.e. digital transformation, both in the management of the pharmaceutical services market and in the field of medical care.