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Underdiagnosed and Misunderstood: Clinical Challenges and Educational Needs of Healthcare Professionals in Identifying Autism Spectrum Disorder in Women Open
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) remains significantly underdiagnosed in women, resulting in a persistent gender gap with important clinical, functional, and psychosocial implications. This narrative review explores the multifactorial barrie…
Gummy dietary supplements for children – helpful or harmful? Open
Introduction and objective: The optimal way to provide children with nutrients is through a balanced diet. However, this remains a challenge for many parents; therefore, they decide for dietary supplements intended for children. The aim of…
Productivity loss associated with premature mortality due to human papillomavirus-related cancers in Poland Open
HPV-related cancers continue to pose a substantial public health challenge. Expanding coverage rate for the 9 valent HPV vaccine creates the potential to reduce the burden of HPV-related diseases and avoid productivity loss due to the prem…
Evaluating Physician Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorder: Addressing Diagnostic Challenges, Comorbidities, and the Need for Targeted Education Open
Introduction Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition with diverse symptoms and frequent comorbidities, posing diagnostic challenges. Despite advances in ASD awareness and diagnostic methods, significant kno…
View article: A bibliometric analysis with data OpenAlex and mining methods of 41 525 abstracts of papers on the health impact of air pollution published between 1960 and 2022
A bibliometric analysis with data OpenAlex and mining methods of 41 525 abstracts of papers on the health impact of air pollution published between 1960 and 2022 Open
Exposure to air pollution is a significant risk factor for non-communicable diseases. This bibliometric analysis with data mining methods aimed to identify the most common air pollutants and health effects mentioned in research on the heal…
View article: Self-Efficacy and Acceptance of Illness Among Older Patients with Heart Failure
Self-Efficacy and Acceptance of Illness Among Older Patients with Heart Failure Open
Health beliefs, disease acceptance, and self-efficacy significantly influence patients’ behavior. This study examined factors associated with self-efficacy and illness acceptance in patients with heart failure (HF). The study, conducted fr…
View article: Sociodemographic factors determining the choice of pharmacy and the level of trust in pharmacists – a 2024 cross-sectional pilot survey in Poland
Sociodemographic factors determining the choice of pharmacy and the level of trust in pharmacists – a 2024 cross-sectional pilot survey in Poland Open
The role of pharmacists and pharmacies has changed in Poland. Since 2021, a pharmacist can provide health services as part of pharmaceutical care. For this reason, we conducted an analysis of the perception of pharmacies and pharmacists by…
Patient Satisfaction in Primary and Specialised Ambulatory Healthcare: A Web-Based Cross-Sectional Study in the Polish Population Open
Background: Patient satisfaction is one of the key patient-reported indicators of healthcare quality. In the study, we assess satisfaction with visits to primary healthcare (POZ) and specialised ambulatory healthcare (AOS). Methods: This w…
View article: Comparison of Inpatient and Outpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation Following Myocardial Infarction
Comparison of Inpatient and Outpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation Following Myocardial Infarction Open
Background: Models of second-phase cardiac rehabilitation (CR) following myocardial infarction (MI) differ across countries. The aim of this study was to compare outcomes in MI survivors participating in outpatient and inpatient CR program…
Patient Satisfaction in Primary and Specialized Ambulatory Healthcare: A Web-Based Cross-Sectional Study in the Polish Population Open
Background: Patient satisfaction is one of the key indicators of healthcare quality. In the study, we assess satisfaction with visits to primary healthcare (POZ) and specialised ambulatory healthcare (AOS). Methods: This web-based cross-se…
Patient Opinions and Satisfaction Regarding Pharmacists Delivering Vaccinations in Community Pharmacies Open
Vaccinations are among the most effective measures at preventing the spread of infectious diseases. Pharmacists in Poland were authorized to administer protective vaccinations in 2021. The study aims to research patient experience with vac…
Global Guidelines and Trends in HPV Vaccination for Cervical Cancer Prevention Open
Cervical cancer remains a significant global health challenge, with persistent infection by oncogenic human papillomavirus (HPV) types identified as a necessary condition for its development. HPV vaccines have emerged as a crucial tool for…
Knowledge and attitudes toward Autism Spectrum Disorder in Poland – results of a national survey and identification of key areas for educational initiatives Open
Knowledge about ASD in Poland is moderate yet fragmented, with significant gaps that could impede early diagnosis and intervention. Targeted educational campaigns are needed, focusing on specific gaps, along with increased government suppo…
Evaluation of Attitudes to Learning Doctor-Patient Communiciation Skills in 427 Postgraduate Doctors Using the Communication Skills Attitude Scale (CSAS) Questionnaire Open
BACKGROUND Effective communication between doctors and patients is crucial for improving healthcare quality and ensuring patient safety. This study aimed to evaluate attitudes to learning doctor-patient communication skills in 427 postgrad…
View article: Public support for new tobacco control measures in Poland: A cross-sectional survey 2024
Public support for new tobacco control measures in Poland: A cross-sectional survey 2024 Open
This study revealed that less than half of adults in Poland declare support for extensive tobacco regulations such as a smoking ban on private balconies, taxation increases, and a ban on tobacco sales. Educational level and smoking status …
View article: Public Awareness and Willingness to Vaccinate Against Herpes Zoster: A Nationwide Cross-Sectional Study in Poland
Public Awareness and Willingness to Vaccinate Against Herpes Zoster: A Nationwide Cross-Sectional Study in Poland Open
Objectives: Herpes zoster (HZ), caused by varicella zoster virus reactivation, affects a significant portion of the population, leading to substantial morbidity. Vaccination is highly effective in preventing HZ, yet awareness and uptake re…
View article: Management and predictors of event-free survival in nonagenarians with myocardial infarction: A nationwide analysis
Management and predictors of event-free survival in nonagenarians with myocardial infarction: A nationwide analysis Open
Variables independently related to the higher risk of post-discharge death among patients hospitalized for MI aged at least 90 years were age, heart failure, atrial fibrillation, diabetes, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. When ma…
Analysis of Implementation Strategies for Nationwide HPV Vaccination Programs Across European Union Countries Open
Background/Objectives: Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programs play a critical role in the primary prevention of HPV-related diseases, including cervical cancer. However, the principles governing the implementation of these program…
Gender and Education Influences on Dietary Supplement Awareness in Poland: A Nationally Representative Survey Open
BACKGROUND Dietary supplements (DS) are increasingly popular worldwide, with 78% of Polish adults reporting their use, and nearly half using them regularly. The wide availability, selection, and affordability contribute to this prevalence.…
Knowledge and Practices Regarding Dietary Supplements Among Healthcare Professionals in Poland Open
Introduction: The growing popularity of dietary supplements in Poland raises the need to verify the knowledge and practices of healthcare workers who have a key role in recommending their use. Understanding these issues is important to ens…
Effects of a Six-Month Physical Activity Program on Health Risk Factors and Body Composition Among Overweight and Obese Middle-Aged Adults Open
Introduction. Physical activity is vital for preventing and managing lifestyle-related diseases, which pose significant health and socio-economic challenges. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of a six-month supervised physical activ…
Advancing Pharmaceutical Care in Community Pharmacies in Poland: A Blueprint for Enhanced Patient Care Quality Open
Background: This article reviews the current state of pharmaceutical care in community pharmacies in Poland and proposes a collaborative framework for its advancement. While pharmaceutical care has evolved significantly worldwide, with Eur…
Development of telemedicine in Poland – organizational, ethical and communication challenges Open
In order to improve the efficiency of the health care system, it is necessary to focus on the further development of new e-services. It is worth introducing solutions that allow the use of medical data and test results to relieve the patie…
View article: The Relation between Parameters of Physical Performance and Depression in Consecutive Hospitalized Geriatric Patients with Heart Failure
The Relation between Parameters of Physical Performance and Depression in Consecutive Hospitalized Geriatric Patients with Heart Failure Open
Background: In the geriatric population, the risk of cardiometabolic diseases is strongly influenced by comorbidities. The aim of the study was to estimate the prevalence of depression among hospitalized patients with heart failure (HF) an…