Journal of Health Research: Volume 36 Issue 6 , Open Access

A model of participatory learning process for management of environmental health impacts in industrial communities area

Supawadee Komonkanjanakul, Rachanont Supapongpichate

The purpose of this paper is to implementing environmental education concepts to manage environmental health impacts by letting the people in the community learn through the…

The intention to prevent sexual risk behaviors among the youth in Yangon, Myanmar

Ann Jirapongsuwan, Sithu Swe, Arpaporn Powwattana

The purpose of this paper is to investigate the intention to prevent sexual risk behaviors and associated factors among the youth in Yangon, Myanmar.

Healthcare utilisation: a mixed-method study among tea garden workers in Indian context

Sonalee Rajput, Sibasis Hense, K.R. Thankappan

The study examined the utilisation patterns of healthcare services among tea garden workers and analysed the factors influencing utilisation in an Indian context.

Artificial intelligence in overcoming rifampicin resistant-screening challenges in Indonesia: a qualitative study on the user experience of CUHAS-ROBUST

Bumi Herman, Wandee Sirichokchatchawan, Chanin Nantasenamat, Sathirakorn Pongpanich

The Chulalongkorn-Hasanuddin Rifampicin-Resistant Tuberculosis Screening Tool (CUHAS-ROBUST) is an artificial intelligence–based (AI–based) application for rifampicin-resistant…

A causal model of functional status among persons with liver cirrhosis from four public hospitals in Thailand

Surachai Maninet, Yupin Aungsuroch, Chanokporn Jitpanya

The purpose of this study is to develop and test the causal relationships between alcohol consumption, social support, illness perception, fatigue and functional status among…

Effect of an online psychological support group on patients with COVID-19 in a Thai field hospital: a real world study

Tiraya Lerthattasilp, Lampu Kosulwit, Muthita Phanasathit, Winitra Nuallaong, Pairath Tapanadechopone, Chommakorn Thanetnit, Thammanard Charernboon

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of an online psychological support group on patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in a Thai field hospital.

Development of a Thai gaming disorder scale for children and adolescents

Wimonrat Wanpen, Pinyo Itsarapong, Sankamon Gornnum, Jintana Yunibhand

This study aimed to develop the Thai gaming disorder scale (T-GDS) in children and adolescents to serve medical staff and investigate the effectiveness of the scale.

Symptoms related to air pollution, mask-wearing and associated factors: a cross-sectional study among OPD pollution clinic patients in Bangkok, Thailand

Supakorn Tultrairatana, Phenphop Phansuea

The purpose of this article was to investigate the relationship between symptoms related to air pollution, mask-wearing, mask choices and related factors.

The requirements of developing programs for the management of non-communicable diseases in Iran based on the CIPP model: a qualitative study

Leila Vali, Fatemeh Ataollahi, Mohammadreza Amiresmaili, Nouzar Nakhaee, Maryam Okhovati

One of the priorities of the health system is community health promotion. In this regards, proper development of programs and plans is needed to create a responsive system which…

A tale of dual-approach construct validation and reliability testing for a Zika infection awareness knowledge questionnaire

Chin Mun Wong, Mohd Rohaizat Hassan, Rozita Hod, Sharifa Ezat Wan Puteh, Sazaly Abu Bakar

This study aims to validate the English version of a WHO-adapted questionnaire: Zika infection awareness/knowledge questionnaire using a unique dual-approach validation model.

Coverage and correlates of health insurance in the north-eastern states of India

Moirangthem Hemanta Meitei, Haobijam Bonny Singh

The paper aims to analyze the coverage of health insurance and its correlates in the north-eastern region of India.

Women's empowerment and practice of maternal healthcare facilities in Bangladesh: a trend analysis

Foyez Ahmmed

This study aims to explore whether there is an association between women's empowerment and the utilization of maternal healthcare facilities.

Early marriage and spousal age difference: predictors of preconception health of young married women in Delhi, India

Shantanu Sharma, Faiyaz Akhtar, Rajesh Kumar Singh, Sunil Mehra

This study aims to assess the associations of early marriage and spousal age difference (independent of early marriage) with reproductive and sexual health and autonomy in…

Sociodemographic and body image measures associated with overall and domain-specific physical activity among a group of Malaysian university undergraduates

Rosnah Sutan, Kamilah Muhammad Amir, Azmi Mohd Tamil

This study aims to determine the prevalence of overall and work, transport and leisure domain physical activity (PA) and their associated factors among Malaysian university…

A qualitative study of the stigmatization and coping mechanisms among pregnant teenagers living with HIV in Thailand

Supalak Phonphithak, Narin Hiransuthikul, Penchan Pradubmook Sherer, Sasithorn Bureechai

This aim of this study was to explore the experiences of stigmatization and coping mechanisms during pregnancy among pregnant women who are living with HIV in Thailand. The…

A mixed-method systematic review of text-based telehealth interventions in eating disorder management

Xiaoyun Zhou, Matthew Bambling, Sisira Edirippulige

Eating disorders (EDs) is a major health condition affecting 9% of the global population and 10% of those with EDs lost their lives as a result. Text-based telehealth…

Effects of statewide stay-at-home orders on COVID-19 cases and deaths in the central USA

Gary W. Reinbold

This study seeks to determine the effects of stay-at-home orders in Spring 2020 on COVID-19 cases and deaths in the Central USA by comparing counties and health service areas that…

Effectiveness of an oral hygiene promoting program for elementary school students using a smartphone endomicroscope in Thailand

Jintana Sarayuthpitak, Sarinya Rodpipat, Sanong Ekgasit, Dean M. Ravizza

The purpose of this paper is to examine the effectiveness of oral hygiene promoting program (OHPP) using a smartphone endomicroscope among students in elementary schools in…

Effect of aromatherapy on the pain of arteriovenous fistula puncture in patients on hemodialysis: a systematic review

Ayşegül Yıldız, Seda Şahan

This study aims to determine the effect of aromatherapy used in reducing the pain caused by fistula puncture in hemodialysis patients.