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View article: Barriers and facilitators to diabetes prevention support for women in Malaysia with gestational diabetes mellitus: A qualitative study
Barriers and facilitators to diabetes prevention support for women in Malaysia with gestational diabetes mellitus: A qualitative study Open
The findings from this study have significant implications for enhancing diabetes prevention support and informing the potential development of tailored diabetes prevention interventions for women in Malaysia.
View article: Challenges faced by healthcare providers in implementing preconception care for women with diabetes in public health clinics in Malaysia – A qualitative study
Challenges faced by healthcare providers in implementing preconception care for women with diabetes in public health clinics in Malaysia – A qualitative study Open
This study offers insights into the challenges of implementing preconception care effectively. Within the healthcare system, instead of segregating management within similar healthcare facilities, consolidating resources could address manp…
View article: Sexual risk behaviour and its associated factors among university students in Malaysia
Sexual risk behaviour and its associated factors among university students in Malaysia Open
Introduction Sexual risk behaviour (SRB) is a high-risk act that often led to many reproductive health psychological related issues. Such behaviour is becoming higher among university students, and this has been one of the major public hea…
View article: Crosstalk Between Coagulopathy and Inflammation in Obesity-Related Severe COVID-19 Infection
Crosstalk Between Coagulopathy and Inflammation in Obesity-Related Severe COVID-19 Infection Open
Obesity is among the most prevalent risk factors in the severe forms of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection. COVID-19 patients with obesity often face severe complications that might be associated with overexpression of adiponect…
View article: Crosstalk Between Coagulopathy and Inflammation in Obesity-Related Severe COVID-19 Infection
Crosstalk Between Coagulopathy and Inflammation in Obesity-Related Severe COVID-19 Infection Open
Obesity is among the most prevalent risk factors in the severe forms of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection. COVID-19 patients with obesity often face severe complications that might be associated with overexpression of adiponect…
View article: Self-system and mental health status among Malaysian youth attending higher educational institutions: A nationwide cross-sectional study
Self-system and mental health status among Malaysian youth attending higher educational institutions: A nationwide cross-sectional study Open
Introduction: Mental health disorders (MHDs) are a global health burden with an increasing prevalence. During the COVID-19 pandemic, depression was the commonest MHD, followed by anxiety and stress. This nationwide study aimed to determine…
View article: Self-system and mental health status among Malaysian youth attending higher educational institutions: A nationwide cross-sectional study.
Self-system and mental health status among Malaysian youth attending higher educational institutions: A nationwide cross-sectional study. Open
Anxiety is the commonest MHD among Malaysian youth, followed by depression and stress. Childhood abuse is a crucial related factor requiring further attention. Screening, surveillance, preventive measures and comprehensive interventions fo…
View article: Permissive Attitude towards Premarital Sex Among University Students in Malaysia - Does Childhood Abuse Play A Role?
Permissive Attitude towards Premarital Sex Among University Students in Malaysia - Does Childhood Abuse Play A Role? Open
Introduction: Despite it being culturally forbidden, youth are voluntarily engaging in premarital sex which could lead to poor sexual behaviour in adult life. This nationwide study aimed to determine the prevalence of permissive attitude t…
View article: Determinants of Academic Performance Among Undergraduates During COVID-19 in a Public University: A Cross-sectional Study
Determinants of Academic Performance Among Undergraduates During COVID-19 in a Public University: A Cross-sectional Study Open
Introduction: This study aims to examine the determinants of academic performance among students in Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FMHS) in Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) during COVID 19 pandemic. Method: A cross sectional study…
View article: Quality of Sleep and Associated Factors Among Healthcare Providers During Covid-19 in Malaysia: A Web-based Cross-sectional Study
Quality of Sleep and Associated Factors Among Healthcare Providers During Covid-19 in Malaysia: A Web-based Cross-sectional Study Open
Introduction: COVID-19 has placed enormous strain on healthcare providers (HCPs). This study aimed to determine the quality of sleep (QoS), and associated factors, of HCPs in primary care clinics during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: This…
View article: Mediating Role of Psychological Distress on the Relationship Between Fear of COVID-19 and Burnout Among Healthcare Providers: A Cross-sectional Study in Selangor, Malaysia
Mediating Role of Psychological Distress on the Relationship Between Fear of COVID-19 and Burnout Among Healthcare Providers: A Cross-sectional Study in Selangor, Malaysia Open
Introduction: The aim of this study was to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the mental health of primary healthcare providers in Malaysia, focusing specifically on the role of depression, anxiety, and stress in mediating …
View article: Level of fear towards COVID-19 and its determinants among healthcare providers in Malaysia: A cross-sectional study
Level of fear towards COVID-19 and its determinants among healthcare providers in Malaysia: A cross-sectional study Open
Introduction: Malaysia is one of the hardest-hit countries by COVID-19 in Asia. The rapidly rising number of cases had sparked fear among healthcare providers. This study aimed to assess the determinants of fear towards COVID-19 among heal…
View article: Fear of Covid-19 and Burnout Among Healthcare Providers in Malaysia: Is Resilience a Missing Link?
Fear of Covid-19 and Burnout Among Healthcare Providers in Malaysia: Is Resilience a Missing Link? Open
Introduction: During the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare providers have been in great fear due to the high risk of contracting COVID-19 infection at any time. This study aimed to determine the mediating role of resilience on the relationship…
View article: Anxiety, Depression and Stress Among Medical Students in Malaysia During COVID-19: A Cross-Sectional Study
Anxiety, Depression and Stress Among Medical Students in Malaysia During COVID-19: A Cross-Sectional Study Open
Introduction: This study aimed to determine the prevalence and factors associated with psychological distress following the COVID-19 pandemic among medical students at one of the public universities in Malaysia. Method: From August to Octo…
View article: Barriers to reporting postpartum hemorrhage at different levels of healthcare facilities in Nigeria: A qualitative study
Barriers to reporting postpartum hemorrhage at different levels of healthcare facilities in Nigeria: A qualitative study Open
Background: Maternal mortality reduction remains a world health priority. One of the causes of maternal death is bleeding after childbirth. However, little is known regarding barriers to reporting for postpartum hemorrhage care among postn…
View article: A Mobile Phone App for the Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes in Malaysian Women With Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: Protocol for a Feasibility Randomized Controlled Trial
A Mobile Phone App for the Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes in Malaysian Women With Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: Protocol for a Feasibility Randomized Controlled Trial Open
Background Over 50% of women with a history of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) will develop type 2 diabetes (T2D) in later life. Asian women experience a disproportionate risk of both GDM and T2D compared to women from other ethnic bac…
View article: A mobile phone application for the prevention of type 2 diabetes in Malaysian women with gestational diabetes mellitus: a protocol for a feasibility randomized controlled trial (Preprint)
A mobile phone application for the prevention of type 2 diabetes in Malaysian women with gestational diabetes mellitus: a protocol for a feasibility randomized controlled trial (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Over 50% of women with a history of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) will develop type 2 diabetes (T2D) in later life. Asian women experience disproportionate risk of both GDM and T2D compared to women from other ethnic back…
View article: Short-Term Intake of Yellowstripe Scad versus Salmon Did Not Induce Similar Effects on Lipid Profile and Inflammatory Markers among Healthy Overweight Adults despite Their Comparable EPA+DHA Content
Short-Term Intake of Yellowstripe Scad versus Salmon Did Not Induce Similar Effects on Lipid Profile and Inflammatory Markers among Healthy Overweight Adults despite Their Comparable EPA+DHA Content Open
Yellowstripe scad (YSS) have comparable eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid (EPA+DHA) content to salmon. We aimed to compare the effects of YSS and salmon on lipid profile and inflammatory markers. A randomized crossover trial w…
View article: Protocol for a qualitative study exploring the perception of need, importance and acceptability of a digital diabetes prevention intervention for women with gestational diabetes mellitus during and after pregnancy in Malaysia (Explore-MYGODDESS)
Protocol for a qualitative study exploring the perception of need, importance and acceptability of a digital diabetes prevention intervention for women with gestational diabetes mellitus during and after pregnancy in Malaysia (Explore-MYGODDESS) Open
Introduction Women who develop gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) have an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and to reduce this risk the women have to adopt healthy behaviour changes. Although previous studies have explored the…
View article: A Protocol of Process Evaluations of Interventions for the Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes in Women With Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review
A Protocol of Process Evaluations of Interventions for the Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes in Women With Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review Open
Background Process evaluations of randomised controlled trials (RCTs) can provide insight and inform us on the intervention implementation, the causal mechanisms and the contextual factors. This will inform about interventions’ success or …
View article: A Protocol of Process Evaluation of Interventions for the Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes in Women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review
A Protocol of Process Evaluation of Interventions for the Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes in Women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review Open
Background: Process evaluations of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) can provide insight and inform us on the intervention implementation, causal mechanisms and the contextual factors; whether an intervention is effective or ineffective …
View article: NUTRITIONAL STATUS AND SELF-REPORTED NUTRITION EDUCATION EXPOSURE IN WOMEN WITH GESTATIONAL DIABETES MELLITUS AT PRIMARY HEALTH CLINIC
NUTRITIONAL STATUS AND SELF-REPORTED NUTRITION EDUCATION EXPOSURE IN WOMEN WITH GESTATIONAL DIABETES MELLITUS AT PRIMARY HEALTH CLINIC Open
Background: Optimal nutritional status is of utmost importance not only for foetal development but also to maintain normoglycemia in women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). This cross-sectional study described the nutritional statu…
View article: Nutritional status and self-reported nutrition education exposure in women with gestational diabetes mellitus at primary health clinic / Nurul-Alia Samiun … [et al.]
Nutritional status and self-reported nutrition education exposure in women with gestational diabetes mellitus at primary health clinic / Nurul-Alia Samiun … [et al.] Open
Introduction: Optimal nutritional status is of utmost importance not only for foetal development but also to maintain normoglycemia in women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). This cross-sectional study described the nutritional sta…
View article: Effects of EPA+DHA from yellow-stripe scad and salmon on platelet and endothelial cell-related cytokines of healthy overweight Malaysians
Effects of EPA+DHA from yellow-stripe scad and salmon on platelet and endothelial cell-related cytokines of healthy overweight Malaysians Open
Introduction: Overweight currently has become a major global burden. Salmon is one of the major sources for fish oil to treat inflammatory related cardiovascular diseases. Yellow-stripe scad (YSS) on the other hand, is a local Malaysian fi…
View article: Effect of yellow stripe scad (YSS) fish consumption on platelet microparticles markers: Can YYS fish be like salmon in overweight healthy individual?
Effect of yellow stripe scad (YSS) fish consumption on platelet microparticles markers: Can YYS fish be like salmon in overweight healthy individual? Open
Overweight and obesity is currently a growing burden, according several research data from National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) in Malaysia, shows that in 1999 overweight were at 16,6%, obesity 4.5%; in 2006, overweight were at 29.1…
View article: Decision making process and factors contributing to research participation among general practitioners: A grounded theory study
Decision making process and factors contributing to research participation among general practitioners: A grounded theory study Open
The key to GPs deciding to participate in research is whether the research agenda aligns with the priorities in their social environment. Therefore, research training is important, but should be included in further measures and should comp…
View article: Can doctors and patients correctly estimate cardiovascular risk? A cross-sectional study in primary care
Can doctors and patients correctly estimate cardiovascular risk? A cross-sectional study in primary care Open
Objective Accurate cardiovascular risk estimations by patients and doctors are important as these affect health behaviour and medical decision making. We aimed to determine if doctors and patients were accurately estimating the absolute ca…
View article: Result of randomized control trial to increase breast health awareness among young females in Malaysia
Result of randomized control trial to increase breast health awareness among young females in Malaysia Open
View article: Glycemic control among insulin-treated Type 2 diabetes in Kelantan
Glycemic control among insulin-treated Type 2 diabetes in Kelantan Open
Objective: To determine the prevalence of good glycemic control and its associated factors that contribute to good glycemic control among insulin-treated Type 2 diabetes mellitus. Design: Cross sectional study. Materials and Methods: The s…
View article: Barriers to breast self examination practice among Malaysian female students: a cross sectional study
Barriers to breast self examination practice among Malaysian female students: a cross sectional study Open
In this study, a high percentage of respondents were aware of breast cancer but do not perform breast self-examination. Knowledge, socio-cultural and environmental factors were identified as barriers; so it is recommended that knowledge am…