Responsibility For Health Research Articles

The effects of web-based education on health-promoting behaviors of first-year medical sciences students: A quasi-experimental study.

Students, as a representative of young adults, are at risk for engagement in unhealthy lifestyle behaviors such as unhealthy eating, unhealthy relationships, and drug abuse. Health-promoting lifestyle (HPL) largely depends on adequate knowledge of healthy behaviors and hence, education is a strategy with potential positive effects on lifestyle. This study aimed at evaluating the effects of web-based education (WBE) on HPL among first-year medical sciences students. This quasi-experimental study was conducted in 2020 with a single-group pretest-posttest design. Participants were 185 first-year bachelor's and doctoral medical sciences students selected from Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran, through multistage sampling. Study intervention was a three-week web-based educational program on HPL. Educational videos about the different components of HPL were sent to participants through WhatsApp. Data were collected before, one month after, and three months after the study intervention through the Health-Promoting Lifestyle Profile (HPLP2) and the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ). The STATA software (v. 16.0) was used for data analysis. Among 185 participants, 154 (83.69%) participants completed the study. The mean scores of HPL and its health responsibility and stress management subscales significantly increased by 4.58 (95% CI: 0.12, 9.04), 1.77 (95% CI: 0.39, 3.15), and 0.71 (95% CI: 0.13, 1.26), respectively. However, the mean scores of the nutrition, interpersonal relations, physical activity, and self-actualization subscales of HPL and the mean score of general health did not significantly change (P > 0.05). WBE has significant positive effects on HPL and its health responsibility and stress management subscales. Therefore, WBE through social media can be used to improve HPL among young adults, particularly students.

A scoping review of individual health responsibility: A context-base concept.

Individual health responsibility plays an important role in maintaining and improving people's health. There are controversial opinions related to this concept. This study aimed to investigate controversial opinions related to individual health responsibility and familiarize researchers and policy makers with the available evidence and gap of knowledge in the recent years. This paper is a scoping review. The five-step approach of Arksey and O'Malley was used to review the relevant literature from the beginning of 2017 to the end of 2022. The search was done in the PubMed, Embase, Scopus, web of sciences, Cochrane databases, and Google Scholar search engine using the English keywords "health responsibility" AND "individual" OR "personal". All articles and theses related to individual health responsibility, which were in English and had access to their full text, were included in the study. After a 2-stage screening for 1,412 articles and theses, 32 were included in the study. The findings indicated that most of the studies were conducted in developed European continent. The published articles included a wide range of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed research, and acute and chronic diseases have been considered in this field. Individual health responsibility is a multidimensional concept that is influenced by individual, social, and cultural factors, and emphasizing it can have both positive and negative effects on people's health. To the concept be effective in health promotion, it is important to pay attention to individual and social context, health status, and community and health policy makers views about individual health responsibility.

Health promotion landmarks of students

The issue of maintaining and promoting health in the modern world is more relevant than ever against the backdrop of global social and economic changes in society. The sociological study was carried out at Transbaikal State University among students who completed their first year of study in June 2023. The purpose of the study is a comparative analysis of gender differences in the assessment of health savings goals of students at the end of the first year of study at a university. The study was conducted in the form of a survey remotely using Google Forms. It was revealed that adherence to the principles of a healthy lifestyle (HLS) registered among young men (χ2=14.3, p<0.001). 21.6% of girls and 15% of boys reported lack of sleep. Survey participants indicated their own responsibility for health in 95% of cases. The obtained data can be an aspect for improving outreach work at the university, aimed at developing a HLS among first-year students.

Air quality monitoring in the eastern Jiul Valley

Jiu Valley is an area with a tradition in the field of mining. Over time, coal mining has been the main driver of the local economy. The decrease in the level of coal use also led to the closure of mining units in the Jiu Valley. Such transitional actions require calibration to climate, environmental and health responsibilities. Air pollution specific to the area has, perhaps, the most significant impact on the quality of population’s life in terms of affecting health. The paper presents the air quality monitoring in the Eastern Jiu Valley for a period of four months (one sampling campaign/month), between February and May 2023, in six monitoring points, with the help of the Mobile Environmental Laboratory which has the facility of simultaneously determining several samples for quick identification of polluted areas. The established monitoring program includes the monitoring points, monitoring frequency and duration, as well as the areas where the mobile laboratory was located. The analysed data highlight the air quality in the Eastern Jiu Valley to establish the medium and long-term objectives in each area where the mobile laboratory was located, as well as the level of exposure of resident population. The concentration levels found in different urban areas illustrate the average concentrations of dust, gases and ozone caused by both activities in the area and road traffic.

Lifestyle in students from a private university: A descriptive study

Introduction: the lifestyles of university students are essential, as they impact their physical and mental well-being, as well as academic success.Objective: to analyze the lifestyles of students majoring in Administration, Accounting, and Law at a private university in the Peruvian Amazon.Methods: a quantitative, non-experimental, cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted. A total of 285 students participated and were administered the Lifestyle Profile (PEPS-I), an instrument with adequate metric properties. Descriptive statistical methods were applied to categorize the variable and dimensions according to cut-off points. Similarly, the non-parametric Chi-Square test was used to determine whether lifestyles were significantly associated with the proposed sociodemographic and employment-related variables.Results: it was found that 40,7 % of the students had a less healthy lifestyle, 32,3 % had a healthy lifestyle, and 27 % had an unhealthy lifestyle. Likewise, the dimensions of nutrition, exercise, and health responsibility were also rated as unhealthy, while the dimensions of stress management, interpersonal support, and self-actualization were rated as healthy. Furthermore, it was found that lifestyles were associated with some sociodemographic variables, such as gender and socioeconomic level.Conclusions: the students were characterized by having a less healthy lifestyle. Based on the results found, it is imperative that universities implement health education programs focused on promoting healthy lifestyle habits

Mental health of employees and internal communication in corporations. An eye tracker approach

The current study focuses on corporate responsibility for the mental health of employees. In an era of digitalization, corporations must provide an environment that supports employees in the cognitive process, promoting the importance of mental health in the workplace. A visual model of employee preference for receiving information about mental health at work is outlined in the study. The objectives are to establish the areas of interest that help to receive the information and to compare these areas of interest. For data collection, eye tracker methodology was applied, and the results were statistically analyzed.

Healthy Work Environment Ecosystems for Teleworking and Hybrid Working

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought global physical, psychological, social and occupational health challenges. Telework and hybrid work have been a necessary response that has sustained and transformed companies and work at a global level.The main objective of this paper is to understand and characterize how ecosystems of healthy work environments in the context of telework and hybrid work. The Healthy Workplace Model proposed by the World Health Organization (Burton, 2010) was adopted. Thus, we analyzed the relationship between core principles related to physical work environment, psychosocial work environment, organizational culture, enterprise internal and external social responsibility and resources for occupational health in teleworking and hybrid working contexts. The study involved a total of 1829 participants, 1246 (68.1%) female and 571 (31.2%) male. The age of the professionals varies between 18 and 72 years, with a mean of 43 years and standard deviation of 10.45. The Healthy Workplaces Ecosystems Tool (EATS) was used (Gaspar et al., 2022). 57% of participants were in telework, 16% in hybrid work and 27% in face-to-face work. The comparative results showed statistically significant differences in relation to all dimensions of healthy work environments between the three types of work. The professionals in hybrid work situations have a more positive perception of the organisational culture, psychosocial work environment, physical work environment, resources for health and social responsibility, and better mental health indicators. The professionals in hybrid situations are followed by the professionals in telecommuting and, finally, the professionals in face-to-face situations. Three linear regression models were performed to understand the factors that best explain the psychosocial risks related to mental health (PRMH) in the three types of work. The results reveal that for workers who are in face-to-face exclusive work what best explains PRMH (R2 =.41) is marital status, psychosocial environment, leadership commitment, professional engagement, physical environment and stress management skills. For professionals in hybrid work what best explains the PRMH (R2 =.36) is age, marital status, psychosocial environment, professional engagement and stress management skills. For teleworking professionals that best explains the PRMH (R2 =.39) is psychosocial environment, leadership commitment, professional engagement, community engagement/social responsibility, physical environment and stress management competencies. The results show that workers in hybrid situation reveal a more positive perception of the ecosystems of healthy work environment. The professionals who have exclusive face-to-face job are those who report a more negative perception of the work environment. For all workers, PRMH are explained by the psychosocial environment, the professional’s involvement and stress management skills. Specificities are identified for each type of work that should be taken into account in the promotion of healthy work environment ecosystems adapted to the new types and diversity of work models in order to promote mental health and prevent psychosocial risks at work.

Coffee and stress management: How does coffee affect the stress response?

This chapter explores the complex relationship between coffee drinking and stress management, highlighting the advantages and disadvantages of this widely consumed beverage. The chapter explores the physiological, psychological, and social effects of coffee on stress response and resilience through a thorough analysis of recent studies. It highlights the negative consequences of excessive intake on cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and mental health while also discussing how moderate coffee consumption may lower stress levels, improve coping skills, and promote relaxation. Considerations for vulnerable populations, interactions with medications and supplements, and sustainability concerns in coffee production and consumption are also addressed. By identifying missing gaps in our understanding of coffee and stress management, the chapter underscores the need for future research to elucidate underlying mechanisms and promote mindful consumption practices. Ultimately, by embracing a holistic approach that considers individual health, environmental sustainability, and social responsibility, we can harness the potential of coffee to support resilience, well-being, and sustainability for individuals and communities worldwide.

Liking, Linking, and Tweeting: Mental Health, Mentoring, and Professional Responsibility in the Age of Social Media

Liking, Linking, and Tweeting: Mental Health, Mentoring, and Professional Responsibility in the Age of Social Media

Aggressive parenting: social, medical and legal aspects.

Aim: To examine the impacts of aggressive parenting on physical, mental and emotional development; outcomes for society; possible ways of prevention of children' rights or health violation and responsibility of parents to optimize well-being of children. Materials and Methods: The analysis of scientific data has been conducted on the basis of PubMed, Scopus and Web of Science databases in order to collect the existed results of researches about social and medical aspects of impact of aggressive parenting. The formal-legal method was used to interpret the provisions of legislation regarding the protection of personal non-property rights and responsibilities of parents and children. Conclusions: Aggressive parenting affects children of all ages and is associated with chronic stress and long-term negative impacts on physical development, cognitive and behavioral dysfunction, socioemotional difficulties, social and psychological dysfunction in adulthood. Aggressive parenting triggers a child' aggressive behavior which is considered as a predictor of adult's criminality. From a legal standpoint, aggressive parenting is a form of violation of the responsibility of parents to educate a child, which is an element of family legal relations regulated by the norms of the family law institution known as ≪Personal non-property rights and responsibilities of parents and children". The definition of aggressive parenting has been defined with its legal features and characteristics. Effective prevention methods should be directed to predict possible further parental violence, intervention programs to reduce outcomes of aggressive parenting and to improve the ways of responsibility in procedural and material aspects of law.

The evaluation of the effectiveness of a health promotion training on breast cancer survivors.

Increased early diagnosis and improved treatment options have decreased the mortality rate of breast cancer and increased the survival rate. Healthy lifestyle behaviors are very important in breast cancer survivors as they reduce mortality and morbidity rates, cancer recurrence frequency, and side effects of treatment and improve health. This study was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of a health promotion training intervention in breast cancer survival. The study is a quasi-experimental, pre-test-post-test and single-group study. It was conducted with 43 women breast cancer survivors. The "Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors Scale II" was used to collect the data. Four sessions of training were given to the women once a week, and a 3-month post-training follow-up was performed. The t-test, Wilcoxon analysis, and Spearmen correlation analysis were used to evaluate the data. Pre-training and post-training scores in the sub-dimensions and total scores of the healthy lifestyle behavior scale showed that the training was highly effective. There was a significant increase in all sub-dimensions and total scale post-training scores (P < 0.05). In the correlation analysis, a negative correlation was found between age and physical activity, between elapsed time after diagnosis and nutrition, and between elapsed time after diagnosis and spiritual development (P < 0,05). However, there was a positive correlation between educational status and nutrition (P < 0.05). The results show that a health promotion training program covering physical activity/exercise, healthy nutrition, effective communication, coping with stress, and increasing health responsibility had positive effects on healthy lifestyle behaviors in this population, and age, educational status, and elapsed time after diagnosis influence healthy lifestyle behaviors in survival.

Associations between health promotion behaviors and multidimensional health among Chinese middle-school students—a study focusing on gender differences

Adolescence is a crucial period for establishing lifelong healthy behaviors, and unhealthy habits developed during adolescence can increase the risk of chronic diseases in adulthood. However, few is on the relationships between health promotion behaviors and multidimensional health in Chinese middle-school students, focusing on identifying gender-specific differences. This study employed a non-experimental, correlational design using online surveys to collect data from 179 middle-school students and 103 teachers. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS v20, including ordinal logistic regression analysis, Chi-square tests and t-tests. The results indicate that approximately 43.7% of middle-school teachers perceive that rural students as having effective health promotion behaviors. Female students demonstrated higher levels of health promotion behaviors than males, with significant gender differences observed in health responsibility behavior (p = 0.011) and interpersonal relationships (p = 0.025). However, no gender differences were found in the multidimensional health of rural middle-school students. Both male and female students showed concerning levels of physical health, with only 38.2% of males and 37.78% of females rated as good or excellent. Notably, life appreciation behavior was identified as the only significant predictor of multidimensional health among these students, indicating that higher scores in this domain correlate with better health. Health educators and policymakers are advised to account for gender differences in the development and delivery of health promotion initiatives aimed at adolescents, with a particular emphasis on fostering life appreciation. Interventions focused on these aspects may offer substantial potential in diminishing health risks in adulthood and enhancing overall lifelong well-being.

보건의료데이터 활용의 안정성을 위한 법적 쟁점과 입법방향의 고찰

Efforts are underway to establish a legal foundation for the use of data in the healthcare field through the revision of the Personal Information Protection Act and the issuance of guidelines for the utilization of health care data. However, the current legislative framework for the utilization of health and medical data faces limitations, including conflicts with existing laws, challenges in ensuring the stability and reliability of data utilization, and competition between the necessity for industrial development. The regulatory framework regarding the utilization of health care data, despite having the format of guidelines, is being implemented as if it were actual legislation.&#x0D; In this study, four major legal issues related to the utilization of health and medical data are identified through a comprehensive examination. To promote the activation of health and medical data, it is crucial to ensure the stability of health and medical data utilization. Therefore, the establishment of an independent law is necessary, with a definition of the concept of health and medical data tailored to the practical characteristics of the health and medical field. Regulations should be put in place in the law regarding pseudonymization and pseudonymization procedures to ensure legal stability. The Data Review Committee should be regulated in a direction that secures a legal basis and expertise. Strengthening the legal status of data utilization agencies through permits and approvals, along with enhanced regulations on responsibilities for violations, is essential. In summary, through swift legislative responses and the establishment of a regulatory system, the foundation for the utilization and responsibility of health and medical data should be secured, ensuring successful integration into our society through effective regulation.

The Relationship between a Health-Promoting Lifestyle and Sickness Absence in a Healthcare Company

Introduction The health and wellbeing of healthcare workers is important. This study aims to determine if associations exist between the health promoting behaviour and sickness absence of people employed in a Middle-Eastern healthcare company over a 12 month period. Method A cross-sectional survey was sent to all employees (n=233); it measured sickness absence in spells and days and, ‘health promoting behaviour’ by use of the Health Promoting Lifestyle Profile II (HPLP II) which measured six subscales: Spiritual Growth, Interpersonal Relations, Nutrition, Physical Activity, Health Responsibility and Stress Management. Results The odds of high spells of sickness absence were 5 times greater in people with poor rather than good health promoting scores, after a post-hoc analysis (OR 5.3, p=0.0039, CI 1.7 to 16.6). Men had better physical activity scores than women (p&lt;0.05). Job role was associated with sickness absence (p=0.003 for spells, 0.005 for days), with administrative staff having higher rates of sickness absence than clinical staff. Conclusion The results suggest that no specific health promoting behaviour was associated with sickness absence in this setting. However, the overall effect shows that higher HPLP II scores are correlated with lower sickness absence. Sickness absence may also be associated with job role.

Please Provide the Following Information: Enthymemes and the Logics of Individual Responsibility in the Patient Medical History Form

ABSTRACT Despite the overwhelming evidence that health and risk are multifactorial, medical texts that interface with publics continue to circulate logics of individual responsibility of health. This article analyzes patient medical history forms across different times and spaces to track the logics of individual responsibility that operate in the form in various contexts. The analysis finds logics of individual responsibility are enthymized through genetic causation and personal choice and makes the case that texts, including mundane forms, perform patient education and construct patients’ identifications with health, illness, and risk.

Self-rated health status and hygienic behaviour of pregnant women in Hungary during the pandemic.

The aim of our research was to investigate the self-rated health status, health behaviour and hygiene habits of pregnant women, and to explore the influencing factors during the pandemic. The sample included 1,200 pregnant women who gave birth in the most progressive institutions of the three examined counties in Hungary; 839 questionnaires were returned, based on which the willingness to answer can be said to be 69.9%. After data cleaning, 640 questionnaires were added to the database. Descriptive statistical analyses and correlation tests were performed, during which we used the Pearson's chi-square test and Fisher's exact test. Socio-demographic factors show a significant correlation with the perceived state of health and the degree of responsibility for health, however, the existence of a chronic disease does not affect either the self-assessed state of health or hygienic behaviour. Factors influencing hygienic behaviour include residence, education, assessed income, and gestational age. We found no correlation between health status and hygienic attitude. Our results draw attention to the fact that among pregnant women - especially pregnant women with low socioeconomic status - education about hygiene habits is of particular importance. Teamwork is needed in this area, which should start during the period of preparation for pregnancy, but at the latest in the early stages of pregnancy.

Comparison of the Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors of Resident Russian Women and Their Children in Antalya with Their Turkish Peers: A Descriptive Study

Objective: The migration movement from Russia to Antalya is predominantly women and children. The aim of this research was to compare the healthy lifestyle behaviors of Russian women residing in Antalya and their primary school children with their Turkish peers.&#x0D; Methods: This is descriptive comparative research. The study with a purposive sample method included students in grades 1-8 of one private Russian primary school and their mothers, as well as students from three private Turkish schools in the same region and their mothers to ensure similarity. 122 Turkish and 76 Russian mothers and child couples participated in the study. Russian women and Turkish peers completed Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors Scale and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire. The Nutritional Behavior Scale and the Child Physical Activity Questionnaire (CPAQ) were fulfilled by children.&#x0D; Results: Russian women were better healthy lifestyle behaviors than Turkish peers in health responsibility (z=-3,91; p

Health-Related Work Loss: Wellness Profiles of Information Technology Employees

Understanding health-related work loss and creating a comprehensive approach requires the identification of lifestyle behavior patterns. An essential part of this process is the examination of different profiles within the target population to develop effective intervention strategies. This study explored the wellness profiles of information technology (IT) employees regarding lifestyle behaviors and health-related work loss. The cross-sectional study surveyed 405 employees (174 women and 231 men) in six cities in Türkiye to examine lifestyle behaviors (exercise, nutrition, stress management, health responsibility, mental development, and interpersonal relations) and health-related work loss (presenteeism and absenteeism). Data analysis was conducted using independent samples t-test, ANOVA, multiple linear regression, and two-step cluster analysis. Regression findings indicated that physical activity, nutrition, and stress management behaviors statistically predict work performance in IT employees (p

Relationship between health responsibility and disease acceptance, and its impact on dietary adherence in type 1 diabetic adolescents: the mediating role of eating disorders

Introduction and objective: In type 1 diabetes, responsibility for health and disease acceptance can influence dietary adherence. This study examined how responsibility for health and disease acceptance affect dietary adherence in young patients with type 1 diabetes, considering the role of symptoms of eating disorders. Materials and methods: The observational cross-sectional online questionnaire study was conducted in 190 patients aged 12–18 years with type 1 diabetes, or in their parents, between May 2021 and May 2023. The study employed various scales including the Diabetes Dietary Guidelines Adherence Index, Acceptance of Illness Scale, Diabetes Eating Problem Survey-Revised Scale, and Sense of Responsibility for Health Scale. A model was developed from the literature data, showing the influence of responsibility for health and disease acceptance on dietary adherence, considering the mediating role of eating disorders. Results: The degree of dietary adherence by adolescents with type 1 diabetes depended on the level of their acceptance of the disease, sense of responsibility for their own health, and severity of symptoms of eating disorders. The level of acceptance of the disease had a negative impact on adherence to the diet, while the effect of the study participants’ sense of responsibility for health on their dietary adherence was positive. The occurrence of symptoms of eating disorders had a negative impact on adherence to dietary recommendations. Conclusions: When designing and implementing educational interventions for patients with type 1 diabetes, actions aimed at strengthening the sense of responsibility for their own health and identifying the risk of eating disorders should be taken into account.

Research of innovative technology of sour-milk product using raw materials for detoxification of contomenants

This article focuses on the possibilities and methods of integrating enterosorbents into the composition of yoghurts in order to increase the body's ability to eliminate heavy metals. Not only the perspectives of this introduction are considered, but also the different methods of implementation, creating promising avenues for the development of functional products that promote detoxification of the body. This research represents not only a contribution to the field of food innovation, but also a response to the current challenges of heavy metal levels in the environment and the desire to improve the health and well-being of society.This study examines the potential of using a polycomponent blend of hawthorn and mountain ash syrup, activated charcoal as a control and the dietary supplement RotovitCardio as enterosorbents. These natural ingredients not only provide sustainable options, but also have the potential to improve the way heavy metals are eliminated from the body through innovative products such as yoghurts. This approach not only reduces the cost of production, making the product more affordable, but is also actively embedded in the environmental paradigm, providing an answer to the challenges of strain on natural resources. These components, taken from different sources, emphasise the diversity of the substances investigated and offer opportunities to understand differences in application and sorption capacity. In this context, analysing pectin-containing, porous products provides a fascinating insight into their potential to create products that harmonise health care and responsibility to nature. This innovative approach not only forms the basis for functional products, but also supports the idea of sustainable consumption, making it an important step towards future wellbeing and environmental sustainability.