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View article: Long COVID Symptoms and Five Dimensions of HRQoL: A Retrospective Regional Study of Patients Recovered from COVID-19 Infection in Saudi Arabia
Long COVID Symptoms and Five Dimensions of HRQoL: A Retrospective Regional Study of Patients Recovered from COVID-19 Infection in Saudi Arabia Open
The study has significant implications for Saudi Arabia's Health Sector Transformation Program that could achieve its goals of human centric care and patient satisfaction though addressing the negative impacts of specific long-COVID sympto…
View article: Undergraduates’ lifestyle and Suboptimal Health Status (SHS): A cross-sectional study in the Ha’il region of Saudi Arabia
Undergraduates’ lifestyle and Suboptimal Health Status (SHS): A cross-sectional study in the Ha’il region of Saudi Arabia Open
Background University students in Saudi Arabia are embracing some of the negative traits of the fast-paced modern lifestyle, typified by unhealthy eating, low physical activity, and poor sleep habits that may increase their risk for poor h…
View article: Assessing suboptimal health status in the Saudi population: Translation and validation of the SHSQ-25 questionnaire
Assessing suboptimal health status in the Saudi population: Translation and validation of the SHSQ-25 questionnaire Open
This study reveals that ASHSQ-25 has appropriate internal consistency and structural validity to assess SHS in an Arabic-speaking population; therefore, it is recommended.
View article: Cognitive Flexibility’s Role in Reducing Academic Stress During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Cognitive Flexibility’s Role in Reducing Academic Stress During the COVID-19 Pandemic Open
The current findings suggest that CF could be fostered among university students as a useful mental tool to cope with academic stress during less-structured educational and social circumstances that may impact their daily lives and emotion…
View article: Knowledge about stem cell sources and obstacles in donation of bone marrow and peripheral blood stem cells: a cross-sectional survey from Ha’il city to track the prospects of regenerative medicine in Saudi Arabia
Knowledge about stem cell sources and obstacles in donation of bone marrow and peripheral blood stem cells: a cross-sectional survey from Ha’il city to track the prospects of regenerative medicine in Saudi Arabia Open
Background Promoting stem cell donation behaviors could be crucial in advancing stem cell-based treatment, research and improving public health in Saudi Arabia. Donation of stem cells can be considered an act of social welfare just like bl…
View article: Inconsistencies in Pregnant Mothers’ Attitudes and Willingness to Donate Umbilical Cord Stem Cells: A Cross-Sectional Analysis from Saudi Arabia
Inconsistencies in Pregnant Mothers’ Attitudes and Willingness to Donate Umbilical Cord Stem Cells: A Cross-Sectional Analysis from Saudi Arabia Open
The collection and storage of umbilical cord stem cells (UCSCs) have a crucial role in improving and expanding stem cell-based therapies, which are becoming popular in Saudi Arabia and other Middle East countries. Many patients and familie…
View article: Medical Professionals’ Knowledge, Sensitivity, and Attitudes Towards Social and Ethical Aspects of Stem-Cell Donation, Therapy, and Research: Implications for Healthcare Risk Management
Medical Professionals’ Knowledge, Sensitivity, and Attitudes Towards Social and Ethical Aspects of Stem-Cell Donation, Therapy, and Research: Implications for Healthcare Risk Management Open
Findings suggest female professionals, Saudi nationals and those who do not have prior work experience in stem-cell donation, therapy, or research had low levels of knowledge, less sensitivity, and less acceptance attitude and are more lik…
View article: Psychometric Properties of Suboptimal Health Status Instruments: A Systematic Review
Psychometric Properties of Suboptimal Health Status Instruments: A Systematic Review Open
Background: Suboptimal health status (SHS) measurement has now been recognized as an essential construct in predictive, preventive, and personalized medicine. Currently, there are limited tools, and an ongoing debate about appropriate tool…
View article: Types and Sources of Social Support Accessible to University Students with Disabilities in Saudi Arabia during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Types and Sources of Social Support Accessible to University Students with Disabilities in Saudi Arabia during the COVID-19 Pandemic Open
University students with disabilities face an increased risk of experiencing negative implications in educational, psychological, and social spheres during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study aimed at assessing various dimensions of social s…
View article: A mixed-method analysis to identify the current focus, trends, and gaps in health science research in Saudi Arabia
A mixed-method analysis to identify the current focus, trends, and gaps in health science research in Saudi Arabia Open
Background The identification of current gaps in high-impact medical research in Saudi Arabia has international significance due to the trend of collaborative research in the field of health and medicine and the focus on knowledge-sharing.…
View article: Suboptimal Health Status Measurement Instruments: A Systematic Review Protocol
Suboptimal Health Status Measurement Instruments: A Systematic Review Protocol Open
Background: There is high burden of chronic diseases in Saudi Arabia. It is therefore paramount to identifying at-risk population to prevent the chronic disease and provide personalized primary healthcare. The at-risk population can easily…
View article: Risk of depression, anxiety, and stress among the Saudi general population during the COVID-19 pandemic
Risk of depression, anxiety, and stress among the Saudi general population during the COVID-19 pandemic Open
View article: Prevalence and determinants of second-hand tobacco smoking in Pakistan
Prevalence and determinants of second-hand tobacco smoking in Pakistan Open
Background: Exposure to second-hand tobacco smoke is a public health problem in countries with high prevalence of active smoking such as Pakistan. However, few studies have assessed the prevalence and risk factors for exposure to second-ha…
View article: Effect of physical activity and sedentary sitting time on psychological quality of life of people with and without disabilities; A survey from Saudi Arabia
Effect of physical activity and sedentary sitting time on psychological quality of life of people with and without disabilities; A survey from Saudi Arabia Open
Background Mental and psychological health issues are on the rise globally. People with disabilities are at greater risk of poor psychological quality of life especially after covid-19 pandemic. Along with other factors physical activity (…
View article: Quality of Life and Adherence to Healthcare Services During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Analysis
Quality of Life and Adherence to Healthcare Services During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Analysis Open
Psychological, social and environmental may influence healthcare adherence among patients with NCDs during pandemics and should be focused on while devising future healthcare policy and interventions.
View article: Using Spiritual Connections to Cope With Stress and Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Using Spiritual Connections to Cope With Stress and Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic Open
During the initial phases of the COVID-19 pandemic, stress and anxiety were pervasive among the masses due to high morbidity and mortality. Besides the fear of coronavirus was also particularly driven by social media. Many people started t…
View article: Early-Onset of Gestational Diabetes vs. Late-Onset: Can We Revamp Pregnancy Outcomes?
Early-Onset of Gestational Diabetes vs. Late-Onset: Can We Revamp Pregnancy Outcomes? Open
Background: We assessed risk factors, antenatal and intrapartum complications associated with early-onset Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in comparison with late-onset GDM. Methods: This retrospective study included 161 GDM women havin…
View article: Quality of Infertility Care Services and Emotional Health of South Asian Women
Quality of Infertility Care Services and Emotional Health of South Asian Women Open
High treatment tolerability may associate with some useful aspects of emotion-focus coping, such as positive reframing, whereas low treatment tolerability may associate with avoidance coping, such as behavioral disengagement and venting. B…
View article: Role of Environmental Quality of Life in Physical Activity Status of Individuals with and without Physical Disabilities in Saudi Arabia
Role of Environmental Quality of Life in Physical Activity Status of Individuals with and without Physical Disabilities in Saudi Arabia Open
The promotion of physical activity (PA) in various subgroups of the population such as people with physical disabilities has been spotlighted in the revised guidelines of The World Health Organization (WHO), Geneva, Switzerland. In order t…
View article: Effectiveness of Human Mobility Change in Reducing the Spread of COVID-19: Ecological Study of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Effectiveness of Human Mobility Change in Reducing the Spread of COVID-19: Ecological Study of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Open
Non-pharmacological interventions including mobility restriction have been developed to curb transmission of SARS-CoV-2. We provided precise estimates of disease burden and examined the impact of mobility restriction on reducing the COVID-…
View article: The Impact of Extended E-Learning on Emotional Well-Being of Students during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Saudi Arabia
The Impact of Extended E-Learning on Emotional Well-Being of Students during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Saudi Arabia Open
Educational institutions in Saudi Arabia extended e-learning until the third semester of the academic calendar to prevent the spread of COVID-19 infection and to achieve 70% inoculation for the Saudi population. This study assesses the imp…
View article: Academic Self-Perception and Course Satisfaction among University Students Taking Virtual Classes during the COVID-19 Pandemic in the Kingdom of Saudi-Arabia (KSA)
Academic Self-Perception and Course Satisfaction among University Students Taking Virtual Classes during the COVID-19 Pandemic in the Kingdom of Saudi-Arabia (KSA) Open
This research study examines academic self-perceptions and course satisfaction among university students and associated factors during virtual classes. A cross-sectional online survey of (n = 328) undergraduate and postgraduate Saudi stude…
View article: Role of community-based measures in adherence to self-protective behaviors during first wave of COVID-19 pandemic in Saudi Arabia
Role of community-based measures in adherence to self-protective behaviors during first wave of COVID-19 pandemic in Saudi Arabia Open
Background: The expected second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic has started in various regions of the world. Public health experts warned that it could be as lethal as the first wave if people did not comply with self-protective measures. Cu…
View article: Assessment of the Quality of Life during COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Survey from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Assessment of the Quality of Life during COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Survey from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Open
The COVID-19 outbreak emerged as an ongoing crisis at the beginning of the year 2020. Its horrific manifestation at the community level significantly affects various dimensions of the quality of life (QoL) of all individuals. The study aim…
View article: Psychological Distress Experienced by Women with Primary Infertility in Pakistan: Role of Psycho-Social and Cultural Factors
Psychological Distress Experienced by Women with Primary Infertility in Pakistan: Role of Psycho-Social and Cultural Factors Open
This study aims to examine the predictive role of psycho-social factors in psychological distress among women with primary infertility and to explore the nature of mental pressures faced by these women. A sample of 200 women with primary i…
View article: A systematic review on usability of smart devices and mobile health application for monitoring physical activity and weight management (Preprint)
A systematic review on usability of smart devices and mobile health application for monitoring physical activity and weight management (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Decreased engagement in physical activities and obesity are global public health problems of modern age. At the same time, m-health interventions were introduced to support monitoring of physical activities to enhance weight co…
View article: Utilization of maternal healthcare services in women experiencing spousal violence in Pakistan: A comparative analysis of 2012-13 and 2017-18 Pakistan Demographic Health Surveys
Utilization of maternal healthcare services in women experiencing spousal violence in Pakistan: A comparative analysis of 2012-13 and 2017-18 Pakistan Demographic Health Surveys Open
Strategies to prevent spousal violence should be at the core of maternal health programs because health sector provides a platform to challenge social norms and promote attitudes that disapprove spousal violence which are essential for pro…
View article: Behaviour and Emotional Health of Adolescent Boys Engaged in Non-Suicidal Self-Injury
Behaviour and Emotional Health of Adolescent Boys Engaged in Non-Suicidal Self-Injury Open
Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) among adolescents has become a rising concern worldwide and a risk factor for suicide. There is a noticeable rise in number of children who attempted or committed suicide in past few years in Pakistan. Howev…