Involvement Of Professionals Research Articles

To assess Tunisian mothers' knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions regarding HPV vaccination, in order to better understand the factors influencing their acceptance. A multicenter, cross-sectional analytical study was conducted between December 2024 and January 2025 among 160 mothers residing in Tunisia, each with at least one daughter aged 10-12 years. Data were collected using an anonymous self-administered questionnaire covering socio-demographic information, knowledge of cancer, HPV, and vaccination, as well as attitudes and factors influencing acceptability. Almost all participants (99.4 %) had heard of cervical cancer, but only 16.3 % were aware of HPV. Knowledge about the HPV vaccine was low (13.1 %). More than half (59.4 %) expressed concerns about side effects. Acceptance of the vaccine was low, with only 21.9 % expressing favorable opinions and 57.5 % unfavorable. In univariate analysis, a higher level of education and knowledge of HPV were associated with a favorable attitude; however, no independent predictors were identified in the multivariate analysis. This study reveals a low level of knowledge and acceptance of HPV vaccination among Tunisian mothers, mainly due to insufficient information and safety concerns. Culturally adapted educational campaigns and active involvement of healthcare professionals are essential to improve vaccination coverage.

ABSTRACT This paper reports on the final stage of an Australian Research Council Linkage research project that examined codesign interventions in two Australian public library refurbishments. The article investigates how codesign outputs influenced final library designs and identifies key considerations for integrating codesign into public library development projects. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with council staff and architects involved in finalising the designs for both libraries. A directed content analysis of interview transcripts was used to examine the extent to which codesign outputs were incorporated into final designs and to gather reflections on the codesign process. Findings show that codesign outputs significantly influenced both final designs, in one case accounting for an estimated 80–90% of the final design, and in the other, 70–75%. The codesign process provided valuable community engagement, generated diverse ideas, and helped secure funding support. However, challenges included recruiting diverse participants and managing expectations. The paper presents nineteen practical recommendations for planning codesign interventions in public library settings, which cover areas such as workshop configuration, participant recruitment, professional involvement, and budget considerations. These recommendations will form part of a codesign toolkit for public library staff who seek to engage communities in designing physical library spaces.

ABSTRACT In England, statutory decisions about whether to initiate education, health, and care needs assessments (EHCNAs) are made by local authority special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) panels, but there is currently no quantitative research exploring the factors that influence them. This study investigates whether evidence of prior educational psychology (EP) involvement is associated with an increased likelihood that a panel would agree to assess. A retrospective audit was conducted of 412 initial panel decisions from a London local authority in the first half of 2024. For each application, documentation was reviewed to code for prior professional involvement and logistic regression was used to model their relationship with panel outcomes. Previous EP involvement emerged as a significant predictor in the model (OR = 2.27), with EHCNAs agreeing more frequently if there was prior EP involvement, even when controlling for other prior professional involvements and year group. Implications and limitations are discussed.

BackgroundExergaming, which combines physical exercise with video gaming, has shown benefits for individuals with chronic conditions. Implementation occurs at different levels and phases and influenced by various factors. To address the factors that influence the implementation of exergaming in healthcare, we aimed to explore stakeholder’s experiences of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats to the implementation of exergaming (in preparation, execution and continuation) for individuals with chronic conditions, in healthcare at the micro, meso and macro level.MethodsA qualitative study with deductive content analysis was performed to explore stakeholder’s experiences regarding the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOTs) of implementing exergaming in healthcare. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 24 stakeholders, including patient representatives, researchers, healthcare professionals, game developers and individuals involved in healthcare regulations.ResultsAt the micro level assessing patient’s needs and involving stakeholders in the development and evaluation phases were described as strengths in implementing exergaming in healthcare. Weaknesses included patient’s lack of digital literacy and healthcare professional’s concerns about the safety and quality of exergames. The involvement of healthcare professionals and family support were described as opportunities, whereas threats included the challenge of tailoring exergames to patient’s needs and healthcare professional’s fear of losing control over the technology. At the meso level, strengths involved collaboration between healthcare professionals and technicians, whereas weaknesses included the high cost and time required for designing exergames. Opportunities were found the use of existing exergames, and threats involved competition for research grants and staff turnover. At the macro level, strengths included supportive regulations and collaboration among policy-makers, whereas weaknesses involved defining intended use and fragmented responsibilities. Opportunities were identified in governmental funding programs and international collaborations, whereas threats included challenges in data storage and sharing.ConclusionsThe effective implementation of exergaming in healthcare requires coordinated efforts. Stakeholder’s involvement, supportive leadership and digital readiness are crucial for successful implementation, while inconsistent implementation of the policies and limited evidence on patient safety pose significant barriers. These insights can inform future strategies for integrating exergaming into healthcare settings.Supplementary InformationThe online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12961-025-01416-7.

The persistent building failures of private building projects in part of Nigeria, especially Lagos state, highlights the critical need to assess the involvement of building professionals and government regulatory agencies effectiveness in private housing delivery in the study area. Hence, this paper established the mediating role of the level of involvement of professionals and government regulatory agencies on the association between the haphazard construction practice and the delivery of private housing projects in the study area. The study was conducted using the quantitative research design. The obtained data was analysed in terms of Partial Least Squares Structural Modelling (PLS-SEM), as the measure of the impact of the involvement of professionals and the effectiveness of government regulatory agencies in the sphere of delivery of housing privately. The results revealed that there was a diminished inverse and insignificant indirect effect of involvement of building professionals (IPB) on the relationship between haphazard construction practices (HCP) and delivery of private housing projects, IBPs x HCP -> DLV_HP:(β = -0.102, P-Value = 0.265). Also, there was a diminished inverse and significant effect of government agencies effectiveness (GAE) on the relationship between haphazard construction practices (HCP) and delivery of private housing projects, GAE x HCP ->DVL_ HP:(β = 0.261, P-Value = 0.000). The study recommends that building construction professionals and government regulatory agencies should pay more attention to the monitoring and controlling of private projects in the study area.

Introduction. War, digital changes and constant uncertainty create an environment of chronic stress for Ukrainian organizations, which undermines employees' mental and somatic health and reduces productivity. This requires the transition from one-time anti-stress measures to comprehensive support programs that would combine personal resources development and changes in work organization. Aim: to analyze the features of international company employees' mental health in conditions of chronic stress, their possible negative professional and psychological manifestations, the impact on employees' interpersonal communications, as well as the factors in employees' positive psychological resources development in terms of stress resistance and professional efficiency. Methods: Job Burnout questionnaire, Ukrainian version of the Continuous Traumatic Stress Response (CTSR), Giessen Questionnaire of Somatic Complaints, Quantitative Workload Inventory (QWI), Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale-10, Life Satisfaction Scale, Schwarzer-Jerusalem Self-Efficacy Scale, Professional Resilience Questionnaire (O. Kokun), Ukrainian adaptation of the Brief-COPE Questionnaire - Coping Strategies, Quality of Communicative Interaction and Optimal Work-Life Balance Questionnaire. Results: The study found a significant impact of the war on IT-company employees, which is manifested in their emotional exhaustion, work overload, psychosomatic symptoms and moderate resilience. However, employees demonstrated high professional involvement, developed coping, and focus on problem-solving, which was a positive indicator of their adaptation. The introduction of comprehensive programs to promote employees' psychological health and optimize working conditions would contribute to reducing employees' stress and burnout and increasing their efficiency and strengthening corporate culture. Conclusions. Chronic stress in wartime conditions increases the risk of burnout and somatic disorders. Personal resources (resilience, self-efficacy) mitigate this impact, reducing distress and maintaining efficiency. Constructive coping strategies and high-quality team interaction are crucial. However, work overload is mainly caused by organizational factors, so burnout prevention requires multi-level solutions, which include individual development, team support and systemic changes in work design.

The current research examines the application of technology in secondary school classrooms and its impact on teachers' practices. With a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from 100 teachers using questionnaires and 15 semi-structured interviews on usage patterns of technology, pedagogic transformation, student participation, and institutional support. Research has established that the implementation of technology has facilitated student-centered, participatory pedagogy, especially in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics domains, and increased classroom participation. Teachers' ICT training, school support, and access to information technologies were viewed as prime facilitators of educational change, whereas infrastructural limitations, environmental factors, and socio-economic disparities stood as major hindrances. The research emphasizes the necessity for focused professional development, leadership involvement, and policies grounded in equity in order to leverage the full potential of technology integration. The findings present pragmatic and policy-relevant suggestions on how to sustain technology-enhanced learning in high schools.

The classroom climate has long been recognized as a key determinant of student learning, but its significance for teachers’ professional commitment and work involvement remains underexplored in the Indian context. This study investigates how classroom climate shapes teachers’ work involvement in Tamil Nadu schools, comparing responses across government and private institutions. Using a stratified sample of N = 400 teachers (200 from government schools and 200 from private schools), data were collected through validated classroom climate and work involvement scales. Statistical analyses, including correlation, regression, and t’ test, revealed that supportive classroom climate strongly predicts higher teacher involvement. Dimensions such as teacher–student rapport and psychological safety emerged as the most significant predictors. Notably, the relationship was stronger in private schools, where smaller class sizes and better resources facilitated a more favorable climate. Findings underscore the importance of fostering positive classroom environments to enhance teacher engagement and reduce attrition. Policy implications include targeted professional development and leadership interventions for government schools.

ObjectiveThis study aimed to extract incident and accident reports associated with high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) therapy from the publicly available database maintained by the Japan Council for Quality Health Care (JCQHC) and to identify contributing factors using the P-mSHEL model (Patient-management-Software-Hardware-Environment-Liveware), with the goal of providing insights for improving HFNC safety.MethodsAmong 94,069 incident reports (defined as cases without patient harm) and 56,783 accident reports (cases with patient harm) submitted between 2010 and 2023, a total of 170 HFNC-related cases (131 incidents and 39 accidents) were identified. Quantitative variables included the time of occurrence, patient demographics, and involvement of healthcare professionals. Qualitative data were classified into six categories (P, m, S, H, E, L) using the P-mSHEL model. For accident cases, the presence or absence of sequelae was analyzed using logistic regression.ResultsIn accident cases, the Patient (P) factor (odds ratio = 2.65, p = 0.006) and the Management (m) factor (odds ratio = 2.46, p = 0.033) were significantly associated with the occurrence of sequelae. In incident cases, the Liveware (L) factor (i.e., human error) was involved in 80.2% of reports, and the Hardware (H) factor (i.e., medical devices) in 52.7%, highlighting the critical roles of human and device-related factors.ConclusionTo ensure the safe use of HFNC, it is essential to implement risk mitigation strategies targeting the Patient and Management factors, such as comprehensive patient screening and strengthened organizational systems. Furthermore, given the high involvement of the Liveware and Hardware factors, structured educational programs and practical interventions for medical device operation are warranted.

BackgroundPeer support (ie, sharing experiences and providing support with others with the same condition) improves health outcomes among people with cardiovascular disease (CVD), including self-management behaviors and self-efficacy. However, current peer support interventions are diverse, and evidence is lacking on the perceptions of benefits and the elements considered priorities by peer support attenders, especially regarding digital interventions.ObjectiveThe study aimed to (1) describe perceived benefits and recommendations for CVD peer support programs from people attending in-person peer support, (2) identify priorities for digital peer support from consumers and clinicians testing a peer support app prototype, and (3) develop a framework to inform future peer support intervention development.MethodsA qualitative study design was used across 2 components to address the objectives. In Component 1, semistructured focus groups were conducted with attenders of established in-person CVD peer support groups to explore the perceived benefits of peer support and recommendations for future programs. In Component 2, semistructured workshops with consumers with CVD and semistructured interviews with CVD clinicians/researchers were conducted to obtain feedback and recommendations for digital peer support using an exploratory digital CVD peer support application prototype. Data were digitally recorded, transcribed verbatim, and analyzed thematically. Findings from both components were iteratively synthesized to inform the development of a digital peer support framework.ResultsIn Component 1, a total of 22 participants (age range 29‐84 years, 45% male) took part in focus groups. The overarching theme was that peer support provides benefits through the sharing of experiences. Five themes were refined and defined: (1) peer support provides a way of coping; (2) peers learn from each other; (3) peers understand what each other is going through; (4) the peer community uplifts mood and builds confidence; and (5) awareness, flexibility, and resources are important for engagement. In Component 2, five participants (age range 55‐74 years, 60% male) attended 2 workshops, and 8 clinicians-researchers (age range 30‐65 years, 10% male) were interviewed. Three themes were refined and defined: (1) autonomy is essential to promote engagement; (2) safeguarding is important to both users and clinicians; and (3) interfaces that are simple, easy to use, and visually attractive enable use. Priorities identified from both components included greater peer support awareness and uptake, flexibility with timing and family participation, health care professional involvement, provision of resources, autonomous features enabling choice, checklists and clinician moderation for safeguarding, and simple-to-use interfaces.ConclusionsParticipants in peer support programs derive benefit from sharing their experience of living with CVD, which enables coping, learning, feeling understood, and a sense of community. Priorities were synthesized to create a framework for digital peer support development, with recommendations to focus on 6 key areas: uptake, flexibility, resources, autonomy, safeguarding, and interface.

This article explores the psychopolitical logic of torture within the Palestinian context, focusing on its role as a tool of domination and resistance. Torture in Palestine is not merely an instrument for inflicting individual suffering but is a strategic mechanism employed by the Israeli state to dismantle collective identity, suppress resistance, and erode the dignity of the Palestinian people. Since the onset of the Gaza war on October 7, 2023, the scale and brutality of torture tactics, including physical abuse, psychological manipulation, and sexual violence, have intensified, highlighting the urgent need for documentation and accountability. This article examines recurring patterns in testimonies of Palestinian detainees, focusing on the psychological and symbolic dimensions of state violence. These practices reflect a broader political and ethical crisis, requiring the involvement of mental health professionals in documenting the psychological consequences of torture. Traditional psychiatric frameworks are insufficient in addressing the realities of state-sanctioned violence; thus, a critical human rights-based approach is advocated. This approach emphasises the need for a decolonial, justice-oriented mental health praxis that supports collective resilience and political agency. By documenting torture (i.e. applying the Istanbul Protocol or by other means), this article argues, healthcare professionals can empower survivors to reclaim agency over their narratives and contribute to the pursuit of justice and redress. The article concludes by calling for global solidarity, not only through adherence to international humanitarian law but through active political action to hold perpetrators accountable and protect the human rights of Palestinians.

Abstract This article analyses the perception and attitudes of the Mexican people by gender related to several spatial, environmental and public health issues as global warming, water shortage, water pollution and the influence of economic growth. It makes a significant contribution to the fields of gender studies, environmental sociology, and critical Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) research. This research introduces a novel conceptual framework called the Responsibility Footprint, which reinterprets CSR through a gender and ecological lens. We have proposed several original indices, including the Gender Irresponsibility Footprint (GIRF), the Environmental Awareness Index (EAI) and the Perceived Water Shortage Index (PWSI), and apply these to Mexican data to analyse perceptions of environmental risks differentiated by gender. The data for this study come mainly from the International Social Survey Program (ISSP) and the Mexican Institute CONAGUA. Particularly, the empirical results suggest nuanced gendered patterns in ecological awareness, policy preferences, and concern about water scarcity and pollution. In conclusion, this study is relevant for public policies that will greatly bolster initiatives to prompt, among others, better female professional involvement in the conservation of natural resources and public health.

Abstract Background “Live tissue training” (LTT) is simulation that uses a live anaesthetised animal in place of a human patient. It is a training practice which is significantly contested, but continues to occur despite availability of alternative simulator models. The aim of this study was to explore if, and how, medical professionals who participate in LTT justify their own professional involvement. Methods Fifteen semi-structured interviews of physicians who had knowledge and prior experience of LTT were performed as part of a wider research project and initially analysed using the Framework Method. Data categorised as ‘ethical views’ underwent a secondary thematic analysis to answer this research aim. Data were grouped by similar meaning to produce themes in the form of beliefs or views expressed by the participants. Results Although no participant used language to explicitly indicate moral theorising, there is a set of identifiable coherent beliefs/views among the cohort. A belief that training must be conducted in order to save human patients’ lives (1); that human life is of higher value than animal life (2); and that there is no sufficiently good alternative to LTT (3). It is felt that LTT is reasonable as the numbers of animals used are minimised and opportunities for learning or other uses maximised (4); animals are well cared for and are not suffering (5) and reasonable in comparison to other animal uses (6). Conclusion There is a predominant consequentialist thinking regarding the use of live animals, with evidence that the 3Rs principles are being considered, if not explicitly, as a restriction on the use of animals for LTT and also partly to justify or defend medical professionals’ involvement. We suggest that professional identity is likely to have a role in forming these justificatory arguments, but personal views about the moral standing of animals and notions of speciesism could also influence decisions about being involved in LTT.

Business entities across nearly all economic sectors use continuous weighing batchers and conveyor scales as mass measuring instruments. The accuracy of these instruments directly depends on metrological traceability. However, many enterprises are unable to perform verification of these measuring instruments due to the complexity of the procedure in real production conditions. Consequently, there is a need to improve approaches for transferring a unit of mass to conveyor scales and continuous weighing batchers.The purpose of this review is to analyze the primary methods for transferring the unit of mass to these measuring instruments, examine their advantages and disadvantages, and describe how various conditions influence measurement accuracy.The author analyzed data from the Verification module of the Arshin subsystem, which is part of the Federal Information Fund for Ensuring the Uniformity of Measurements (FGIS Arshin of the FIF UEM) for the period 2020–2024. The analysis revealed a growing trend in the use of conveyor belt scales as accounting measuring instruments, despite the complexity of the verification procedure. This trend confirms the critical importance of metrological assurance for the operational reliability and accuracy of these devices.The study focuses on six calibration and verification methods for conveyor scales and continuous weighing batchers. In particular, a method in which the author has professional involvement is considered – the method based on the use of a 5th-class mass standard. As a result, its advantages compared to other methods have been identified: a) it can be applied to any conveyor scales and batchers; b) it is significantly simpler than pouring; c) it accounts for all the established influencing factors; d) it ensures reliability with traceability to the State Primary Standard for the unit of mass GET 3–2008.Furthermore, some limitations have been identified, the elimination of which is necessary for further improvement of the approach. Specifically, the method is currently applicable only to conveyor scales and batchers with a relative error of 1% or greater. The conclusions of the review can provide metrologists with a basis for selecting the most optimal calibration and verification methods for batchers and conveyor scales, which constitutes the practical significance of the study. The scientific significance lies in the formulation of proposals for improving the quality and reliability of measurements and expanding the application of continuous weighing batchers and conveyor scales.

Early childhood is a critical period of rapid development encompassing physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and sensory functions. This study aims to provide an overview of the growth and development of children aged 3 to 72 months in the Cihideung District, Tasikmalaya City. A descriptive qualitative approach with an observational design was employed. The study involved 30 children selected based on age criteria and parental consent. Data collection techniques included direct observation, anthropometric measurements, completion of the Pre-Screening Developmental Questionnaire (KPSP), and visual and auditory function assessments for children aged 4 to 6 years. The results indicate that most children were developing in accordance with their expected developmental milestones. A small proportion of children required further attention to ensure optimal development. In terms of growth, the majority of children demonstrated good nutritional status, although a few cases of height or weight not aligning with standard references were observed. Sensory assessments revealed that some children experienced difficulties with vision or hearing. These findings highlight the importance of regular early detection efforts and the active involvement of both families and professionals.

Summary Families with multiple and complex problems often interact with numerous professionals, leading to fragmented care. Integrated social care aims to address this, but there is limited knowledge about effective approaches from families’ perspectives. We studied social-neighborhood teams in Amsterdam Nieuw-West. Findings From 31 interviews with 19 participants from 11 families, we used inductive analysis to identify five key themes in families’ experiences with integrated social care: “(dis)trust,” “perspective on the future,” “control and overview,” “self-efficacy,” and “participation.” These themes were illustrated by 16 CAIMeR configurations explaining what works, for whom, and why, such as addressing families’ actual needs, ensuring effective coordination, and promoting active professional involvement in multidisciplinary meetings. The CAIMeR approach provided a structured framework examining the interaction of context, actors, interventions, mechanisms, and results across various family situations. For example, in complex scenarios involving diverse youth care professionals (actor), families face risks to children's safe development (context) and often experience frustration and anger due to perceived neglect of their own needs by social workers and specialized youth care workers (intervention), leading to family members feeling unheard and shutting down (mechanism), resulting in anger and frustration (result). Applications When social care focuses mainly on the child, parents tend to feel overlooked and unheard, which harms their relationship with care professionals. Trust between professionals and families is crucial, and effective collaboration among professionals, supported by coordination and active participation in multidisciplinary meetings, contributes to improved outcomes.

Interconception care (ICC), provided between pregnancies, can improve women's health, pregnancy outcomes and infant health. Women face challenges in accessing and prioritising ICC due to issues including caring roles, transport and clinician availability. We aimed to elicit women's preferences for ICC engagement. A discrete choice experiment (DCE) was conducted to assess women's preferences about ICC. Australian women who had experienced pregnancy completed an online survey in March 2024 comprised of questions about sociodemographic characteristics, ICC attitudes regarding informational needs, healthcare professional involvement and service location. We used a mixed logit model to analyse DCE responses, willingness to pay estimates for different attribute levels and applied latent class modelling to explore preference heterogeneity. Free text responses were grouped by key ideas. From 191 responses, numbers were similar across age categories, 46% had experienced pregnancy loss, and 87% had a child/children. Respondents preferred ICC provided by a nurse/midwife, offered during home visits or in-person consultations with a child-friendly waiting area, with appointments lasting 30 or 60 min, and at lower costs. There were no strong preferences regarding appointment wait times. Respondents favoured consultations scheduled up to 1 year after delivery. Follow-up questions indicated that most identified informational needs about emotional and mental health support (74.3%) as important, midwives were a preferred healthcare professional (71.7%) and general practice was the most favoured ICC location (64.9%). Ensuring clinician and setting familiarity, longer appointment times and lower appointment costs will support women's access to ICC. Policy and funding support are needed for ICC provision.

Oral health issues remain a significant challenge for children with special needs, particularly at the Special Needs School for Special Needs (SLB) in Aceh Province, located in Gampong Lamreung, Aceh Besar Regency. Initial observations indicate that 70% of children suffer from dental caries, with an average Oral Hygiene Score (OHIS) of 2.8, well above the national standard of <1.2. This condition is exacerbated by children's limited ability to maintain dental hygiene independently. The decreased quality of life of children due to chewing difficulties, pain, and lack of sleep has become an urgent need for this community service initiative. This activity aims to improve the dental health of children with disabilities through home-based dental care. The method used is a descriptive quantitative approach with an educational approach for parents, particularly mothers, through counseling, demonstrations of toothbrushing techniques, and three home visits over 14 days. The evaluation was conducted using a questionnaire through pre-test, post-test I, and post-test II on 20 pairs of mothers and children. The intervention results showed an improvement in maternal behavior, from 65% in the adequate category (pre-test) to 90% in the good category (post-test II). The children's dental hygiene status also improved significantly, from 100% in the poor category (pre-test) to 80% in the good category (post-test II). In conclusion, the home care approach has proven effective in improving maternal roles and improving the dental hygiene status of children with disabilities. It is recommended that similar programs be replicated in other special needs schools with ongoing involvement of schools and healthcare professionals.

In the face of global demographic shifts, it is crucial to adopt sustainable solutions that support active and healthy aging. Engagement in creative activities, such as crafts, may positively affect the social determinants of health by promoting mental, physical, and social well-being. While the use of crafts as therapeutic interventions is well documented, research on crafts as a professional activity remains limited, especially among older adults and across different sectors. This multi-methods study combined quantitative data analysis with qualitative exploration of individual narratives to examine how older professional artisans in a UNESCO Creative City of Crafts and Folk Art in Portugal perceive the impact of craftwork on their health and well-being. Fifty-five artisans aged 55 and older took part in walking interviews in their ateliers and completed health and quality of life (QoL) scales (PHQ-8 and WHOQOL-BREF). Thematic content analysis was performed by two independent coders. Participants were 60% men (n = 33) and had a mean age of 67.5 years (SD = 8.02). Each participant was active in one of eight craft sectors represented in the study. The artisans had overall good QoL scores, with the psychological domain showing the highest average (WHOQOL-BREF M = 84.92, SD = 10.98). All but one participant (98.1%) scored below 10 on the PHQ-8, indicating the absence of depressive symptoms. Thematic analysis revealed artisans’ perceptions of both positive and negative impacts of craftwork on their well-being, with 17 areas of impact emerging from their discourses. Positive attributions predominated, with craftwork being associated with psychological well-being, personal and professional fulfilment, creative identity expression and a sense of generativity. In contrast, financial instability and labor precarity emerged as the main strains of craftwork. The study suggests that older artisans understand their professional involvement in crafts and folk art as contributing to their well-being, even in the face of economic challenges associated with this work. These results support policy recommendations, aimed at improving the economic and working conditions of artisans, as well as knowledge transmission programs as strategies to promote active and healthy aging, foster intergenerational learning, and preserve intangible cultural heritage.

The increase in the incidence of measles worldwide, following a period of relative stability, has revealed several new aspects of the problem, one of which is the involvement of medical institutions and healthcare professionals in the epidemic process. Objective. To analyze data on the spread of measles among healthcare professionals and their anti-measles immunity status; to summarize preventive recommendations for predicting a dynamic situation and finding areas for further research. Materials and methods. An information search was conducted in the PubMed and eLibrary databases for the period from 1985 (the first recorded mentions of measles cases in medical institutions) to 2024, using the keywords «measles», «measles immunity, healthcare professionals», and «medical institutions». Results. Healthcare professionals have an increased risk of measles, and their involvement in the epidemic process in modern settings has become global. Incomplete vaccination coverage and the gradual extinction of post-vaccination immunity are the reasons for the persistence of epidemiological risk in countries that have recently announced the elimination of measles. Conclusion. Most researchers consider it appropriate to vaccinate healthcare professionals with serological screening regardless of vaccination history.