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View article: Prevalence and determinants of work-related ocular symptoms among dentists of Bangladesh: A cross-sectional study
Prevalence and determinants of work-related ocular symptoms among dentists of Bangladesh: A cross-sectional study Open
Objectives The present study aims to investigate the prevalence of work-related ocular symptoms and their associated factors among Bangladeshi dentists. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted among 747 practicing dental surgeons …
View article: Waterpipe-specific pictorial health warning labels are effective in reducing subjective measures, behavioral responses and toxicant exposure among young adults: A crossover study
Waterpipe-specific pictorial health warning labels are effective in reducing subjective measures, behavioral responses and toxicant exposure among young adults: A crossover study Open
Background This study aims to assess the impact of six evidence-based Waterpipe (WP)-specific pictorial health warnings (HWs) placed on the WP device on puffing behavior, toxicant exposure, subjective smoking experiences, harm perception, …
View article: Menthol flavour enhances vaping experiences: a randomised crossover clinical trial.
Menthol flavour enhances vaping experiences: a randomised crossover clinical trial. Open
NCT05338801.
View article: Analyzing 8-Oxoguanine in Exhaled Breath Condensate: A Novel Within-Subject Laboratory Experimental Study on Waterpipe Smokers
Analyzing 8-Oxoguanine in Exhaled Breath Condensate: A Novel Within-Subject Laboratory Experimental Study on Waterpipe Smokers Open
Introduction: This study aimed to analyze exhaled breath condensate (EBC) for 8-oxoguanine (8-oxoGua), an oxidative stress biomarker among waterpipe (WP) smokers. Methods: In a within-subject pre-post exposure design, thirty waterpipe smok…
View article: Evaluation of psychological morbidities like depression, anxiety and stress as risk predictors of periodontitis using a risk assessment model: an analytical cross-sectional study
Evaluation of psychological morbidities like depression, anxiety and stress as risk predictors of periodontitis using a risk assessment model: an analytical cross-sectional study Open
Background: Sedentary lifestyles along with the impact of COVID-19 has increased negative life experience events like depression, anxiety and stress among people. This often increases the liability towards periodontal disease. Methods: An …
View article: Association Between Abdominal Obesity, Body Mass Index, and Hypertension in India: Evidence From a Large Nationally Representative Data
Association Between Abdominal Obesity, Body Mass Index, and Hypertension in India: Evidence From a Large Nationally Representative Data Open
Hypertension prevalence is rising among individuals with abdominal obesity in Southeast Asia, including India, but the relationship between abdominal obesity, body mass index (BMI), and hypertension remains underexplored. This study examin…
View article: Prevalence and predictors of functional gastrointestinal disorder among the undergraduate students of Bangladesh
Prevalence and predictors of functional gastrointestinal disorder among the undergraduate students of Bangladesh Open
Objective This study aimed to address this knowledge gap by investigating FGID prevalence and its predictors among undergraduate students in Bangladesh. Design This cross-sectional study was conducted between 01 August 2023 and 31 January …
View article: Factors associated with late hospital arrival in acute stroke patients of Bangladesh
Factors associated with late hospital arrival in acute stroke patients of Bangladesh Open
Objectives Underutilisation of thrombolysis is a major problem in patients with stroke in Bangladesh as patients do not arrive within the therapeutic window due to delays in their way to emergency department. This study aims to assess the …
View article: Post-COVID-19 memory complaints: Prevalence and associated factors
Post-COVID-19 memory complaints: Prevalence and associated factors Open
Nearly one-fifth of the COVID-19 patients suffer from various degrees of memory complaints within one year. However, no association was found between COVID-19 severity to memory complaints.
View article: Online education and its relation to hearing status among higher-secondary students in Bangladesh: A cross-sectional survey
Online education and its relation to hearing status among higher-secondary students in Bangladesh: A cross-sectional survey Open
Background Online education gained its popularity in the education system during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown. The online platform, including social media, was institutionalized globally for the purpose of tutoring to keep the education …
View article: Current perspective on e-cigarette use and respiratory outcomes: mechanisms and messaging
Current perspective on e-cigarette use and respiratory outcomes: mechanisms and messaging Open
We conclude that the evidence presents a mixed picture. Evidence is found for adverse consequences of e-cigarette use on measures of lung function and two disease-related biological processes, sometimes but not always less than for cigaret…
View article: Partial Nicotine Reduction and E-Cigarette Users’ Puffing Behaviors Among Adults Aged 21 to 35 Years
Partial Nicotine Reduction and E-Cigarette Users’ Puffing Behaviors Among Adults Aged 21 to 35 Years Open
Importance The advent of salt-based, high-nicotine electronic nicotine delivery systems [e-cigarettes] has contributed to their epidemic use among young people in the US, necessitating the need for policies to address the addictiveness of …
View article: Nutritional status, dietary habits, and their relation to cognitive functions: A cross-sectional study among the school aged (8–14 years) children of Bangladesh
Nutritional status, dietary habits, and their relation to cognitive functions: A cross-sectional study among the school aged (8–14 years) children of Bangladesh Open
Background Limited research addressed links between nutritional status, dietary habits, and cognitive functions in young children. This study assessed the status of cognitive functions and their association with nutritional status and diet…
View article: Increased screen time and its association to migraine and tension-type headache: a cross-sectional investigation among Bangladeshi students
Increased screen time and its association to migraine and tension-type headache: a cross-sectional investigation among Bangladeshi students Open
Background Increasing prevalence of screens among young people is a notable characteristic of the modern digital era. The study aimed to explore the prevalence and associated factors of migraine headache (MH) and tension-type headache (TTH…
View article: Imposter phenomenon among health professionals and students: A protocol for systematic review and meta analysis
Imposter phenomenon among health professionals and students: A protocol for systematic review and meta analysis Open
Health professionals and medical students are at increased risk of the imposter phenomenon (IP) in other words, the imposter syndrome, due to the challenging nature of their professions. It is particularly concerning since it is linked to …
View article: Gadget addiction among school-going children and its association to cognitive function: a cross-sectional survey from Bangladesh
Gadget addiction among school-going children and its association to cognitive function: a cross-sectional survey from Bangladesh Open
Background People are becoming more dependent on technology than ever before. Today’s children and adults are heavily plugged into electronics, which raises concerns for their physical and cognitive development. This cross-sectional study …
View article: Knowledge, attitude, perceived effectiveness and self-practice of complementary and alternative medicine: a cross-sectional comparison between medical and non-medical students of Bangladesh
Knowledge, attitude, perceived effectiveness and self-practice of complementary and alternative medicine: a cross-sectional comparison between medical and non-medical students of Bangladesh Open
Background Bangladesh’s population commonly utilizes Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) to treat their health issues. Despite the increasing interest in CAM, it has been excluded from conventional medical training in Bangladesh f…
View article: Hand hygiene products and adverse skin reactions: A cross-sectional comparison between healthcare and non-healthcare workers of Bangladesh during COVID-19 pandemic
Hand hygiene products and adverse skin reactions: A cross-sectional comparison between healthcare and non-healthcare workers of Bangladesh during COVID-19 pandemic Open
The research showed that healthcare workers were at a greater risk to developing skin reactions than the overall population with frequent use of hand hygiene measures being a significant risk factor.
View article: Knowledge, attitude and perception among medical students and healthcare professionals regarding male infertility: a cross-sectional survey from Bangladesh
Knowledge, attitude and perception among medical students and healthcare professionals regarding male infertility: a cross-sectional survey from Bangladesh Open
Objective This study aimed to explore the knowledge, attitude and behaviour regarding male infertility among medical students and healthcare workers in Bangladesh. Design This was a cross-sectional study. Setting This study covered eight d…
View article: Unavoidable online education due to COVID-19 and its association to computer vision syndrome: a cross-sectional survey
Unavoidable online education due to COVID-19 and its association to computer vision syndrome: a cross-sectional survey Open
Background During the COVID-19 pandemic, online education and entertainment have increased significantly due to strict isolation and frequent lockdowns. This study intended to explore the prevalence and potential factors associated with co…
View article: Inter-arm blood pressure difference as a tool for predicting coronary artery disease severity
Inter-arm blood pressure difference as a tool for predicting coronary artery disease severity Open
Background Patients with severe atherosclerosis have been found to exhibit considerable changes in blood pressure (BP) between arms. The objective of our study was to investigate the predictive value of interarm blood pressure difference (…
View article: Oral health knowledge, practice, and oral health status among rohingya refugees in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh: A cross-sectional study
Oral health knowledge, practice, and oral health status among rohingya refugees in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh: A cross-sectional study Open
Oral health is a critical component of human health but is sometimes forgotten, particularly during humanitarian crises. This research aimed to ascertain the state of oral health among Rohingya refugees living in one of the largest refugee…
View article: Prevalence of dermatological manifestations due to face mask use and its associated factors during COVID-19 among the general population of Bangladesh: A nationwide cross-sectional survey
Prevalence of dermatological manifestations due to face mask use and its associated factors during COVID-19 among the general population of Bangladesh: A nationwide cross-sectional survey Open
Following the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, individuals have begun to take preventive measures to avoid exposure. Among the precautionary measures, facemask was mostly emphasized. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of dermatologic…
View article: Prevalence of dermatological, oral and neurological problems due to face mask use during COVID-19 and its associated factors among the health care workers of Bangladesh
Prevalence of dermatological, oral and neurological problems due to face mask use during COVID-19 and its associated factors among the health care workers of Bangladesh Open
Background When caring for COVID-19 patients, using personal protective equipment (PPE) may significantly lower the risk of infection of health care workers (HCWs). However, adverse responses due to PPE use have been observed during the 20…
View article: Knowledge, Attitude and Perceptions Regarding Male Infertility among the Medical Students and Healthcare Professionals of Bangladesh
Knowledge, Attitude and Perceptions Regarding Male Infertility among the Medical Students and Healthcare Professionals of Bangladesh Open
Background People worldwide have many misconceptions regarding reproductive health and fertility because infertility is still a taboo subject. The general public seek medical and psychological counsel and assistance from health experts abo…
View article: Hand Hygiene Products and Adverse Skin Reactions: A Comparison between Health Care and Non-Health Care Workers
Hand Hygiene Products and Adverse Skin Reactions: A Comparison between Health Care and Non-Health Care Workers Open
Background Since December 2019, a deadly coronavirus epidemic has swept the globe. Due to the significant risk of infection, frontline health workers had to use Personal Protective Equipment, including hand hygiene products, to keep their …
View article: Post-COVID-19 Memory Complaints: Prevalence and Associated Factors
Post-COVID-19 Memory Complaints: Prevalence and Associated Factors Open
Introduction Memory complaints resulting from COVID-19 may have a significant impact on the survivors’ quality of life. Unfortunately, there is insufficient information available on memory loss and its relationship to COVID-19. Therefore, …
View article: Diaphragm ultrasound as a better predictor of successful extubation from mechanical ventilation than rapid shallow breathing index
Diaphragm ultrasound as a better predictor of successful extubation from mechanical ventilation than rapid shallow breathing index Open
Background: In 3%–19% of patients, reintubation is needed 48–72 hours following extubation, which increases intensive care unit (ICU) morbidity, mortality, and expenses. Extubation failure is frequently caused by diaphragm dysfunction. Ult…
View article: Knowledge, attitude, and practices regarding human papillomavirus and its’ vaccination among the young medical professionals and students of Bangladesh
Knowledge, attitude, and practices regarding human papillomavirus and its’ vaccination among the young medical professionals and students of Bangladesh Open
Physicians and dentists play vital roles in raising public knowledge about HPV and awareness regarding HPV vaccination programs. The provision of medical education on HPV must be prioritized, and current training techniques must be re-eval…