Female Students Research Articles

The Impact of Using the Brainstorming Method on the Listening Skills of Tenth Grade Students

This study explored the impact using the brainstorming method on the listening skills of tenth grade students. To meet the study’s goals, the researchers adopted the experimental approach. They developed an instrument (i.e. listening skills test). This test consists from twenty (20) multiple choice items. The sample consists from 143 female and male 10th grade students. Those students were chosen from Marka, Amman. The researchers chose the sample through using the cluster random method. The data were collected during the first semester of the academic year (2023 / 2024). The sampled students were chosen from four sections. Two sections serve as the experimental group and two sections serve as the control group. It was found that there are significant differences between the experimental and control groups in terms of the mean score on the post-test. It was found that there are significant differences between the scores of the respondents which can be attributed to gender for the favor of males. Based on the results, the researchers recommend using the brainstorming method in curricula and the teachers’ guidebook. They recommend conducting further studies to identify the impact of the brainstorming method on other language skills and other students. Received: 14 July 2024 / Accepted: 27 October 2024 / Published: 05 November 2024

Nutrition Knowledge, Attitude and Practice: A Comparative Study between Female Undergraduate Students of Nutrition and Non - Nutrition Curriculum of Different Colleges of Kolkata, West Bengal

Nutrition Knowledge, Attitude and Practice: A Comparative Study between Female Undergraduate Students of Nutrition and Non - Nutrition Curriculum of Different Colleges of Kolkata, West Bengal

The Asymmetries in Straight Jumps on the Trampoline Under Different Sensory Conditions

The trampoline is a popular piece of sports equipment both for recreational use and for Olympic trampolining as a competitive sport. Maintaining body position during jumps is influenced by sensory inputs (visual, auditory, and somatosensory) and symmetrical muscle activity that help athletes to perform consecutive jumps as vertically as possible. To evaluate the effects of these inputs, 15 male and 15 female students (with an average age of 24.4 years, height of 174.3 cm, and average weight of 69.7 kg) performed 10 consecutive straight jumps under four sensory conditions: (1) looking at the edge of the trampoline, (2) without sight, (3) without hearing, and (4) without hearing or sight. Using insoles with integrated pressure sensors (Pedar®, novel GmbH, Munich, Germany), the contact forces on the trampoline during the jump were measured separately for the left and right feet. The results showed that the lack of visual input significantly shortened flight times and increased the asymmetry of ground reaction forces between the left and right legs. For example, in the second series without vision, the average normalized force difference between the legs increased by 0.33 G compared to the control condition. An ANOVA revealed significant differences in the ground reaction forces between sensory conditions, with vision playing a key role in maintaining body control. These results provide practical insights for coaches looking to improve jumping performance and address asymmetries during training by focusing on sensory feedback strategies.

Peningkatan Hasil Belajar Matematika Melalui Pendekatan Teaching at The Right Level Berbantuan Papan Musi

This research aims to improve student learning outcomes in Mathematics subjects using the TaRL (Teaching at The Right Level) approach assisted by Papan Musi media. This approach is an approach based on the level of students' abilities. This learning considers the needs and characteristics of each student. The goal is to create fun learning so that all students can achieve the expected learning goals. The subjects of this study are 32 students (15 male students and 17 female students) of class V. This classroom action research is reflective and collaborative. The implementation is carried out for two cycles. The results of this study show that the application of the TaRl (Teaching at The Right Level) approach assisted by a prayer board can improve the learning outcomes of Mathematics students in grade V of elementary school. This can be seen from the increase in the percentage of the average value of the observation results in cycle 1, namely the completeness value of 51% and the average value of 73%. Of the 32 students, 17 students have achieved KKM scores. There was also a very good increase in cycle 2 with a percentage of 85% and the average score in this cycle reached 87.5%. There were 28 students who improved their learning outcomes. So, using the Teaching at The Right Level learning approach with the help of the musi board media in Mathematics learning has an impact on improving the learning outcomes of grade V students of SDN 1 Mataram.

Pragmatic Analysis of Undergraduate Male and Female Students’ Politeness Strategies in Initiating and Terminating Conversations Online

This study examines the politeness strategies employed by male and female undergraduate students in online interactions, focusing on conversation initiation and termination. A pragmatic analysis was conducted using House and Kasper's (1981) linguistic politeness theory alongside Miles and Huberman's model for data interpretation. The findings indicate that male students predominantly used committers, consultative devices, and downtoners to initiate conversations, while employing downtoners, understaters, and politeness markers for termination. In contrast, female students utilized committers, consultative devices, politeness markers, and playdowns for initiation, and committers, playdowns, and politeness markers for termination. Applying Brown and Levinson's (1987) politeness theory, male students mainly favored positive politeness, negative politeness, and bald-on-record strategies during initiation, while employing both positive and negative strategies for termination. Female students exhibited a preference for positive and negative politeness strategies, along with off-record strategies for initiation, relying solely on positive politeness for termination. These findings highlight distinct gender-specific communication patterns in online environments, providing valuable insights for linguistics, communication studies, and gender studies. The results can guide educators, policymakers, and practitioners in developing inclusive and effective communication strategies tailored to digital learning contexts.

Relationships Among eHealth Literacy, Physical Literacy, and Physical Activity in Chinese University Students: Cross-Sectional Study.

eHealth literacy is critical for evaluating abilities in locating, accessing, and applying digital health information to enhance one's understanding, skills, and attitudes toward a healthy lifestyle. Prior research indicates that enhancing eHealth literacy can improve health behaviors such as physical activity (PA). Physical literacy (PL) refers to the ability to develop sustainable PA habits, taking into account various aspects of an individual. Notably, university students have shown a decline in PA and possess low PL levels. However, the connection between eHealth literacy and PL in this demographic has not been extensively studied, and it remains uncertain whether PA acts as a mediator between eHealth literacy and PL. This study examines the extent to which PA mediates the link between eHealth literacy and PL in Chinese university students and explores gender differences in these variables. In February 2022, a cross-sectional survey was administered to 1210 students across 3 universities in China. The instruments used were the Perceived PL Instrument, the International Physical Activity Questionnaire, and the Chinese version of the eHealth Literacy Scale. Correlations between eHealth literacy, PA, and PL were analyzed using Pearson product-moment correlation and multiple linear regression, while mediation models helped elucidate the interactions among the 3 variables. The response rate for the study was 92.9% (1124/1210). In the mediation analysis, eHealth literacy showed a significant direct effect on PL, with a coefficient of 0.78 (β .75, SE 0.02; P<.001). Moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) accounted for 2.16% of the total effect, suggesting that MVPA partially mediates the relationship between eHealth literacy and PL. Additionally, male students outperformed female students in terms of MVPA (t636=4.94; P<.001) and PL (t636=3.18; P<.001), but no significant differences were found in eHealth literacy (t636=1.23; P=.22). The findings indicate that MVPA serves as a mediator in the link between eHealth literacy and PL among university students. Students with low eHealth literacy or limited PA are less likely to be physically literate. Thus, eHealth literacy plays a crucial role in enhancing PL and PA, especially when interventions targeting PL are implemented. Our results also suggest a need for targeted health education interventions aimed at improving MVPA and PL among female students, while also recognizing that eHealth literacy is comparable across genders at universities.

Students’ performance in clinical class II composite restorations: a case study using analytic rubrics

BackgroundThe analytical rubric serves as a permanent reference for guidelines on clinical performance for undergraduate dental students. This study aims to assess the rubric system used to evaluate clinical class II composite restorations performed by undergraduate dental students and to explore the impact of gender on overall student performance across two academic years. Additionally, we investigated the relationship between cumulative grade point averages (CGPAs) and students’ clinical performance.MethodsAn analytical rubric for the assessment of clinical class II composite restoration in the academic years of 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 was used by two evaluators. These two evaluators were trained to use the rubric before doing the evaluations. The scores were based on a 4-point scale for the evaluation of five major parameters for pre-operative procedures (10 points), cavity preparation (20 points), restoration procedures (20 points), and time management (4 points). At the same time, chairside oral exam parameter was 15 points based on a 5-point scale. Descriptive statistics were calculated for the different analytical rubric parameters, and the independent t-test was used to compare the scores between the student groups and the evaluators. Other tests, such as the Kappa test and Pearson’s correlation coefficient, were used to measure the association among CGPA, evaluators, and gender participants.ResultsThe overall score out of 69 slightly increased for females/males (61.28/59.42) and (61.18/59.49) in the 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 academic years, respectively, but the differences were not statistically significant. In the 2022/2023 academic year, female students scored significantly higher than male students in pre-operative procedures, as evaluated by both evaluators (p = 0.001), and in time management, as assessed by both evaluators (p = 0.031). The Kappa test demonstrated a moderate to substantial level of agreement between the two evaluators in both academic years. Strong and significant correlations were noted between students’ CGPA and some tested parameters (p = 0.000).ConclusionThe overall performance was very good and high among both genders, but it was marginally higher among females than among males. This study found some differences in performance between male and female students and variability in the evaluations by the two raters ranging from moderate to substantial agreement and similar performances for students with different CGPA.

The perspectives of clinical level medical students on animal-assisted therapy: a study in Ghana

BackgroundThe role of animal-assisted therapy (AAT) in complementary and alternative medicine is well acknowledged. AAT is widely patronized, in developed countries such as USA, Canada, and many European countries, but less so in developing countries in Africa including Ghana. For persons in developing African countries and elsewhere to benefit from AAT, healthcare professionals must be acquainted with it recommend it to their patients when necessary. This study therefore assessed the perspectives of clinical-level medical students on AAT.MethodA semi-structured questionnaire was used to collect data in a cross-sectional study from 206 randomly selected clinical-level medical students of the University for Development Studies, Tamale, Ghana. The data was analyzed using Microsoft Excel and SPSS (Version 26) and the results were presented in Tables and charts. The association between demographic variables and the knowledge and attitude of the students were determined using ANOVA, while bivariate Pearson’s correlation was used to measure the relationships between continuous variables. Associations were considered significant when p-value < 0.05.ResultsThe knowledge about AAT among the medical students was very poor (0.971 ± 2.407 over 10; 9.7%); almost all of them (≈ 99.0%) had very little or no exposure to AAT in school or at home. The attitude of the students was however averagely positive (3.845 ± 0.748 over 7; 54.9%), with a perceived health benefit of ATT score of 4.768 ± 1.002 (68.1%). The motivation of the students to acquire more knowledge and skills about AAT mostly through lectures and practical sessions (70.9%) was good (4.809 ± 1.221; 68.7%). Female students were significantly more knowledgeable about AAT than their male counterparts (1.5 versus 0.6; p-value = 0.006). No other sociodemographic characteristics had any significant association with knowledge, attitude, and perception of benefit variables. However, a significant positive relationship was found to exist between the students’ knowledge, attitude and perception of animal-assisted therapy (r ≥ 0.236; p-value ≤ 0.001).ConclusionWe conclude that the knowledge about AAT among medical students is inadequate and this is worrying given the beneficial complementary role of AAT in achieving SDG 3. Medical schools and their regulators in Ghana should incorporate complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) lessons in their training curricula. For practising medical doctors, topics on CAM should be discussed during their Continuous Professional Development sessions. With better knowledge, physicians would possibly be more willing and confident in recommending this useful complementary and alternative medicine to patients who may seek other forms of therapy besides conventional medicine or which will augment the orthodox medication the patients may have been using to treat their conditions.

Synchrony in Learning: Investigating the Connection between Student Adjustment and Academic Performance

Adjustment is an important part of human life because it gives people the power and strength to make positive changes in the world around them. The need for adjustment extends beyond the classroom to include classmates, instructors, curriculum, any other school activities and background setting of that place. Those who possess the ability to adapt to the ever-changing conditions in their surroundings have the potential to achieve harmonious living and maintain a contented and well-rounded existence. The present study comprised 191 secondary school students of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. The method used in the current research was a descriptive survey and stratified random sampling technique was utilized in order to organize and collect data on the basis of gender and locality. The Adjustment Inventory for school students, which was established by A.K.P. Sinha and R.P. Singh and incorporates 60 items evenly split between emotional, social, and educational adjustments, was deployed to measure the level of adjustment of the students. From the previous records, academic scores were taken as academic performance of the students. There is no significant difference of adjustment scores between male and female students of secondary school but highly significant difference (t value 4.376) between urban and rural students. girls are more well-adjusted result shows that rural students are more adjusted than urban students as maximum students of rural area are in good category highly negative correlation between adjustment problems and academic achievement scores of secondary school students.

Teacher’s Gender-Biased Attitude on Female Students Performances in Science Subjects in Secondary Schools in the Kumba Municipality

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to examine the influence of teachers gender-biased attitude on female students performance in science subjects. Materials and Methods: It was a survey study using three sets of questionnaire, Data were obtained form 172 parents, 298 students and 79 science teachers in Kumba Municipality. Descriptive and inferential statistical techniques were applied to obtain percentages, bar charts, means, standard deviation, x2 – and Z- values. Findings: The data analysis showed that teachers attitudes towards the female students tend to affect these students’ achievements in science subjects. More of the female students (38 out of 49) who said teachers had positive attitudes passed than those who said teachers attitudes were negative (7 out of 97). Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: Based on the results, the researcher recommends that; Teachers should be aware of the differences boys and girls bring to the learning of science, girls should be encouraged to observe female role models in science careers and strive to be like them.

Academic procrastination, task values, and self-efficacy of pre-service biology teachers in online learning based on a gender perspective

Online learning can contribute to increased academic procrastination, often linked to low self-efficacy and perceived task value. This study investigates academic procrastination, self-efficacy, and task values from a gender perspective using a cross-sectional approach with students in their 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7th semesters. An independent t-test assessed differences between male and female students. Findings showed no significant differences in academic procrastination across genders in any semester; however, notable differences in self-efficacy and task value emerged only in the 5th semester. The lack of significant differences in procrastination is attributed to similarities in environmental, psychological, and social factors, alongside common challenges in time management and distractions. Male and female students demonstrated comparable self-efficacy due to shared academic settings, social support, and media influences, while similar task values stemmed from common interests and experiences. The differences in the 5th semester likely arise from increased academic demands and evolving social dynamics, including gender stereotypes. Future research should employ qualitative methods, such as interviews or focus groups, to gain deeper insights into student experiences. Longitudinal studies could also track changes in self-efficacy and task value over time for a more comprehensive understanding. Targeted interventions to enhance self-efficacy and task value could be particularly beneficial in semesters with significant differences, thereby addressing academic procrastination more effectively.

Penerapan Pendidikan Akhlak Santriwati dalam Kitab Akhlak lil Banat: Studi Pondok Pesantren Salaf Al-Mardliyah Tambak Beras Jombang

Moral education is a very important thing to do, this is based on the phenomenon that occurs in the era of society 5.0 which is very fast in anything. Character education can be said to be successful if it can be applied and carried out in everyday life, this is the result of learning formed slowly through knowledge and then carried out. The character education that will be studied by the researcher is moral education resulting from teaching and examples of a book of morals lil banat which is one of the bases in learning carried out at the Al Mardliyyah Islamic boarding school. This study aims to examine the application of moral education of female students based on the Book of Akhlakul Lil Banat at the Al-Mardliyah Islamic Boarding School, Tambakberas, Jombang. The research method used is the analytical descriptive method with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation studies. The results of the study indicate that the implementation of moral education for female students at the Al-Mardliyah Tambakberas Jombang Islamic Boarding School is carried out systematically and in a planned manner through direct teaching from the Akhlakul Lil Banat book delivered by the kyai and ustadzah with various relevant learning methods. The implication of this study is the importance of developing a more integrated and contextual curriculum for female students' moral education in accordance with the development of the times.

Family-Centered Care from the Point of View of Undergraduate Nursing Students Studying in Selected Public Universities: A Cross-Sectional Study

Background: The concept of family-centered care (FCC) is central to the care model and is an essential core principle of pediatric nursing. Objectives: This study aimed to assess undergraduate nursing students' perceptions of FCC in selected government universities and examine differences in nursing students' perceptions of FCC based on gender and academic level. Methods: A cross-sectional design was used, involving 124 eligible students. Data were collected using a validated Family-Centered Care Questionnaire (FCCQ), which had a Cronbach’s alpha score of 0.90. Statistical package for social sciences (SPSS) version 25 was employed for data analysis, specifically for calculating means, standard deviations (SDs), frequencies, percentages, and conducting independent t-tests. Results: The overall mean score of perceptions was 3.35 ± 0.76. The "Family is the constant" dimension had the highest score (3.45 ± 0.91), while the "Developmental needs" dimension had the lowest score (3.26 ± 0.95). There was a significant difference in perceptions of FCC between male and female students (t = -5.291, P &lt; 0.001) and between third- and fourth-year students (t = 7.345, P &lt; 0.001). Conclusions: It can be concluded that undergraduate nursing students had modest perceptions of FCC, and there was a significant difference in these perceptions based on gender and academic level. This study provides valuable insight into FCC, which can inform policy design and interventions in nursing education in Jordan. An educational program is recommended to improve undergraduate nursing students' perceptions of FCC.

Hubungan Antara Beban Kerja dan Coping Stress pada Mahasiswa yang Bekerja Secara Part Time

Studying and working are familiar things to encounter nowadays, if you look at the many universities in Indonesia, both public and private, that provide special classes for employees. This phenomenon as a trend chosen by female students is currently motivated by various reasons, for example the problem of financing education or daily needs, to fill free time, or as an option for wanting to live independently so that they are not dependent on their parents for their lives and at the same time being able to lighten the family's burden. Interestingly, among students, most of them are interested in part-time work on the grounds that it is more flexible compared to full-time work, so that students can adjust work schedules and study schedules. Of course, studying and working is not easy because students spend a lot of time studying or just doing assignments from lecturers. The impact of this on students can disrupt learning activities, and judging from the possibility that many students are negligent in carrying out their assignments and it is feared that these students' preoccupation with work will override lectures and their studies will be neglected or even drop out. In carrying out study activities while working, stress coping is needed to handle the workload received, because there is pressure from workload and stress when studying while working. The aim of this research is to look at the relationship between workload and stress coping in students who work part time. This research uses quantitative methods with a correlational approach. There were 96 respondent data collected for processing. Data collection using workload and stress coping scales via Google Forms. The results of the analysis show results (0.008  0.05), meaning that there is a relationship between workload and stress coping in students who work part time. That the higher the perceived workload, the more stress coping behavior will be carried out.

‘They don’t have bad intentions.’ The disciplinary power of heteronormative communication in upper secondary Polish physical education – a case study

ABSTRACT Background Previous studies have shown unequal treatment of female and male students during PE. However, few studies have focused on gendered communication between teachers and students. Particularly, students’ perceptions of communication have often remained unexplored. Understanding this process appears to be highly significant for ensuring gender equality in schools. In this study, we applied Foucault’s theory of normalization and Butler’s theory of gender performativity and heteronormativity to present data obtained during PE lessons in Polish upper secondary school. In Poland PE teachers still do not formally acquire knowledge of the significance of gender equality in the education process. No policies are formulated on teaching gender equality in schools. Hence, analyzing gendered communication during PE classes in Poland, where no specific gender equity legislation has been introduced, complements the ongoing discussion regarding prevailing gender structures in PE. Purpose The purpose of the study was to explore gendered communication between PE teachers and students in Polish upper secondary school, and perceptions about this communication specifically among male PE teachers and girls. Methods Data were gathered through three qualitative methods: observation of 60 PE lesson units, 17 focus group interviews with male (n = 27) and female students (n = 33), and 5 semi-structured in-depth interviews with PE teachers whose lessons were observed. Discourse analysis, informed by content analysis, was conducted to uncover fundamental communication patterns between teachers and students in the context of gender performativity and heteronormativity. Findings Communication between PE teachers and students demonstrated gender bias, indicating deeply rooted practices of heteronormativity. The male teachers communicated more frequently with female students than with male students and a significant portion of the communication took the form of jokes, teasing, and comments related to the physical appearance of the girls, romantic relationships and dating, and traditional gender roles assumed by women. Students’ statements obtained in the interviews indicate a significant degree of downplaying the impact of teachers’ way of communicating and ‘defending teachers’. They encountered a strong normalization process that restricted their ability to resist teacher communication. Although the PE teachers emphasized the importance of being ‘sensitive’ when communicating with students, PE the teachers’ understanding of gender issues appeared to be fragmented and unrefined, with insufficient recognition of the importance of proper communication with students. Conclusions The implications of this study emphasize the necessity for Polish PE teachers to acquire a deeper understanding of how gender operates within school environments and PE classes, recognizing its impact on students. This awareness is pivotal in recognizing and addressing heteronormative structures during lessons. In connection with that, a thorough discussion on the impact of political and cultural factors shaping the knowledge acquired by teachers and the curriculum in schools is required. Additionally, the research highlights a need for appropriate student education because they are currently subject to strong normalization processes. The normalization processes they undergo hinder their recognition of dominant gender relations in the school environment, and, consequently, their resistance to them.

Prevalence of Clinical Manifestations Known to Be Associated With Insulin Resistance Among Female Medical Students of a Private College in Saudi Arabia

Prevalence of Clinical Manifestations Known to Be Associated With Insulin Resistance Among Female Medical Students of a Private College in Saudi Arabia

Empirically Derived Dietary Patterns in Association with Asthma Symptoms in Children and Adolescents: A Cross-Sectional Study

Background: Limited data exists regarding the association between dietary patterns and asthma. This study aims to determine the relationship between empirically derived dietary patterns and the likelihood of asthma among a large population of children and adolescents living in central Iran. Methods: A total of 7667 of male and female students aged 6-14 from 48 public and private schools in YAZD urban areas entered the current cross-sectional study. Data on dietary intakes, as well as asthma symptoms and other possible confounders, were collected using a self-administered questionnaire filled by parents. Factor analysis was applied to find major dietary patterns. Multivariate logistic regression was performed to estimate the odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) for asthma development across quintiles of dietary patterns. Results: Two main dietary patterns were established. A “traditional diet” was determined by meat, fish, fruits, cooked vegetable, raw vegetable, legumes, cereals, bread, macaroni, rice, margarine, butter, olive oil, milk, yogurt, egg, nuts, potato, and a “western-like diet” was characterized by high intakes of simple sugars, fast food(hamburger), fast food (pizza), soft drinks, jelly, chocolate and biscuits of cocoa, ice cream, and sauce. After adjusting for potential confounders, individuals in the top quintile of traditional diet were 0.31 times less likely to have asthma than those in the lowest quintile (OR=0.69; 95% CI: 0.47-1.00). Moreover, individuals in the top quintile of traditional diet were 0.43 times less likely to have wheezing compared with those in the lowest quintile (OR=0.57, 95% CI: 0.46-0.70). However, individuals in the top quintile of the western diet were 0.35 times more likely to have wheezing than those in the lowest quintile (OR=1.35, 95% CI: 1.10-1.66). Conclusions: According to the results, a traditional diet might be associated with lower odds of asthma; however, a western-like diet might be adversely associated with asthma symptoms.

Indeks Massa Tubuh (IMT) dengan Kadar Hemoglobin Remaja Putri

Anemia is a condition experienced by the body when red blood cells have hemoglobin levels less than the normal limit (&lt;12 gr/dl). Adolescent groups, especially young women, are susceptible to anemia because they menstruate every month. One of the factors causing anemia in adolescent girls is poor nutritional status. Wrong eating habits, such as being lazy about eating and liking to eat fast food instead of home-cooked food, cause insufficient nutrition, thus affecting the nutritional status of young women. The aim of this research is to determine the relationship between Body Mass Index (BMI) and hemoglobin levels in adolescent girls. This type of quantitative research uses a cross sectional method. The population is 406 young women from the Mamboro Community Health Center Area High School. The sample was 89 female students with a sampling technique, namely cluster random sampling. Data analysis uses the Chi Square test. The results of the study showed that the majority of young women with BMI were thin at 56.2% and there was a relationship between BMI and hemoglobin levels of young women with a P-Value of 0.000 &lt;0.1. The conclusion of the study is that there is a relationship between BMI and hemoglobin levels in adolescent girls.

Indeks Massa Tubuh (IMT) dengan Kadar Hemoglobin Remaja Putri

Anemia is a condition experienced by the body when red blood cells have hemoglobin levels less than the normal limit (&lt;12 gr/dl). Adolescent groups, especially young women, are susceptible to anemia because they menstruate every month. One of the factors causing anemia in adolescent girls is poor nutritional status. Wrong eating habits, such as being lazy about eating and liking to eat fast food instead of home-cooked food, cause insufficient nutrition, thus affecting the nutritional status of young women. The aim of this research is to determine the relationship between Body Mass Index (BMI) and hemoglobin levels in adolescent girls. This type of quantitative research uses a cross sectional method. The population is 406 young women from the Mamboro Community Health Center Area High School. The sample was 89 female students with a sampling technique, namely cluster random sampling. Data analysis uses the Chi Square test. The results of the study showed that the majority of young women with BMI were thin at 56.2% and there was a relationship between BMI and hemoglobin levels of young women with a P-Value of 0.000 &lt;0.1. The conclusion of the study is that there is a relationship between BMI and hemoglobin levels in adolescent girls.

Human Papillomavirus Vaccination Awareness and Uptake among Healthcare Students in Japan

BackgroundThe vaccination rate for HPV (Human Papillomavirus) has remained significantly low in Japan because of the administrative suspension of active recommendation. This study investigates the awareness and uptake of the HPV vaccine among healthcare students in Japan following the reinstatement of active recommendation for young women in April 2022. MethodsA web-based survey was administered to 2,567 healthcare students from Okayama and Shujitsu Universities in Japan in July 2023. The survey assessed participants' backgrounds, immunization status, awareness of vaccine recommendations, and knowledge of cervical cancer across various demographics, including sex, academic year, and department (Medicine, Health Science, Pharmaceutical, and Dentistry). ResultsThe response rate was 36.3% (933 students; 181 male, 739 female, and 13 unspecified gender). The overall immunization rate among female students was 55.6%, with higher rates observed in medical (73.8%) and dental (63.0%) students. Awareness of the government's change in vaccine recommendation was notably high among female and senior male students. Over half of the female students (54.7%) reported receiving vaccinations based on their parents' advice. Among those unvaccinated but interested in future immunization, concerns about adverse reactions (47.4%) and challenges in scheduling vaccinations (29.1%) were predominant. ConclusionHealthcare students exhibited a higher HPV vaccination rate than the general population. Ongoing education to improve vaccine literacy is crucial for augmenting HPV vaccination rates in Japan.