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BEE PRDUCTS AND THE POTENTIAL HEALTH ISSUES ARISING FROM THEIR UNCONTROLLED USE
Authors: Baydaş Giyasettin , Aksoy Fatma Tutku , Güngördü Dalar Zeynep , Aksakal Merve Nur , Çoruhlu İpek , Çıbık Sara , Ozcan Elif Sena , Toptaş Öykü , Kul Zümra
Published: March 2024

In Turkiye, as well as worldwide, traditional and alternative medical practices are employed for the preservation of health and the treatment of various diseases. Among these practices, Apitherapy has gained particular attention, especially in recent years. Since drug use causes serious side effects, especially on human health, people are increasingly turning to alternative medical treatment methods with minimal or no side effects.

Apitherapy is a treatment method involving bee products such as honey, pollen, Royal Jel, propolis, and bee venom. It is primarily used for the purpose of promoting a healthier lifestyle. While these products have been traditionally used in various treatments for many years, their systematic use has gained prominence in recent years. Studies have shown that these products strengthen the immune system, provide protection against various types of cancer, and exhibit antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.

Furthermore, the high content of protein, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids in these products enhances their therapeutic potential. However, alongside the benefits of these supportive and therapeutic substances, there is a possibility of various toxic effects when used irregularly and without medical supervision. Sometimes, these situations can lead to various organ failures. This review aims to reveal the undesirable effects encountered in the use of bee products and apitherapy applications, and emphasizes that all natural products, especially bee products, should not be used uncontrolled.
Investigation of mechanical properties of graphene-CNT reinforced nickel metal matrix nanocomposite structure
Authors: Değirmenci Ünal
Published: March 2024

Nickel is a metal widely used in many industrial applications, but despite its superior properties, it also has some shortcomings. Carbon-based structures can be important reinforcement elements in improving the properties of metals. By providing a balance between the high corrosion resistance, high electrical conductivity and good magnetic properties of the nickel material and the lightness and high strength of carbon-based structures, a material with advanced properties can be obtained. Therefore, in this study, a new Nickel-Carbon nanostructure supported by a covalently bonded graphene-carbon nanotube (CNT) skeleton structure is presented. Additionally, three material designs with different geometric dimensions (Ni-G-CNT(5,5), Ni-G-CNT(10,10) and Ni-G-CNT(15,15)) were designed to determine the mechanical properties and properties of the structures in all directions. is to investigate the underlying deformation mechanisms. According to the results, it was observed that G-CNT structures increased the tensile and compressive behavior of the Ni structure in the CNT direction. For tensile loading in the CNT direction, as the CNT diameter decreases, the elastic modulus of the hybrid structures increases, while the maximum stress values are independent of the CNT diameter. As the CNT diameter increases, the ductility of the structures increases. In terms of compressive strength, it has been observed that in the linear region, as the CNT diameter increases, the strength generally increases and in the condensation region, it exhibits better compressive strength. With this study, an anisotropic nanostructure that is lighter and can exhibit higher tensile strength compared to the Ni structure is presented.
MEKANISME PENYIMPANAN DAN PEMUSNAHAN BENDA SITAAN NARKOTIKA YANG TELAH MENDAPATKAN KEKUATAN HUKUM YANG TETAP (INCRAHT)
Authors: Muhaimin M. Sigit , Kesuma Derry Angling , Arista Windi
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Narcotics are substances or drugs originating from plants or non-plants, whether synthetic or semi-synthetic, which can cause a decrease or change in consciousness, loss of taste, reduce or eliminate pain, and can cause dependence, which are divided into groups as mentioned in attachment to Law Number 35 of 2009 concerning Narcotics. The destruction of evidence in narcotics cases is regulated in Law Number 35 of 2009 concerning Narcotics and Regulation of the Head of BNN Number 7 of 2010 concerning Technical Guidelines for Safe Handling of Confiscated Narcotics Items.

 

Keywords: Destruction, Storage, Narcotics
Penerapan Sistem Penjaminan Mutu Internal pada Pekan Kewirausahaan Unit Entrepreunership Laboratorium Terpadu
Authors: Mail Hilian Batin  , Dika Setiagraha  , Ilham Prawidi Sakti
Published: March 2024

The Internal Quality Assurance System is a systemic activity of education quality assurance by universities to supervise the implementation of higher education by the universities themselves on an ongoing basis. The word supervise means 'planning', 'implementation', 'control', and 'development / improvement' of higher education quality standards consistently and continuously for stakeholder satisfaction.  In this study, the application of SPMI was carried out in the Entrepreneurship Week program with the hope that it could carry out quality quality. The presence of laboratories in universities is important as a place for students to experiment in the teaching and learning system. Material about Entrepreneurship is always taught to students, but only fixated on assignments but not yet economically valuable. There is an entrepreneurship week program as a forum for students to be creative in selling their products to a wide audience and is always evaluated by the laboratory if there are obstacles in the field. This type of research is a field research with a qualitative descriptive approach. The results showed that the establishment of an internal quality assurance system, especially for the Entrepreneurship Unit as a reference for the implementation of the Entrepreneurship Week program in the future.
Pengaruh Harga Dan Lokasi Terhadap Kepuasan Konsumen Kota Parepare
Authors: Arwin
Published: March 2024

The effect of price and location on consumer satisfaction in Parepare City. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of price and location on customer satisfaction at the Cahaya Ujung Store, Parepare City. The population in this study were 709 people and the purchasing sample value of 88 respondents was calculated using the slovin formula. The analytical method used in this research is a causal descriptive analysis method. The results of the T-test for the price variable show a significant value of 0.000 which is less than the probability value of 0.05 and the t-count value is 4.683 greater with a t-table value of 1.98, so the price variable has a significant effect on customer satisfaction at the Cahaya Ujung Store. The results of the t-test for the location variable show a significant value of 0.001 less than the probability value of 0.05 and the t-count value is 4.382 greater with a t-table value of 1.98, so the location variable has a significant effect on customer satisfaction at Cahaya Ujung Store. In addition, price and location simultaneously have a significant influence on customer satisfaction at the Cahaya Ujung Parepare Store so that the hypothesis can be accepted. This is supported by the calculated F test value of 32.145 > F table 3.10 with a significance value of 0.000 <0.05.
Pengaruh Dividen Payout Ratio, Debt To Equity Ratio, Free Cash Flow, dan Earning Per Share Terhadap Keputusan Perusahaan Melakukan Stock Repurchase Pada Perusahaan yang Terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia tahun 2019 – 2021
Authors: S Cristina Andriyati , Arifah Hidayati  , Sintia Safrianti
Published: March 2024

This study aims to analyze the effect of the Dividend Payout Ratio, Debt to Equity Ratio, Free Cash Flow and Earning Per Share on the decision to purchase Stock Repurchase in companies listed on the IDX in 2019-2021. The population in this study are go public companies that have repurchased stocks that are listed on the IDX for the 2019-2021 period. The sample in this study amounted to 54 companies that went public. The research design used was quantitative research and the sampling method used in this study was purposive sampling method. The data used in this research is secondary data. The data analysis method used in this study is multiple regression analysis with the help of the IBM SPSS version 25 application program. The results of the analysis show that (1) the dividend payout ratio has no effect on stock repurchase purchasing decisions, (2) the debt to equity ratio has no effect on stock repurchase decisions. purchase of stock repurchase, (3) Free cash flow affects the decision to purchase stock repurchase, (4) Earning per share does not affect the decision to purchase stock repurchase and (5) Dividend payout ratio, Debt to equity ratio, Free cash flow and Earning per share does not influence simultaneously on the stock repurchase purchase decision.
Determinan Pengungkapan Kebijakan Anti Korupsi Ditinjau dari Good Corporate Governance dan Reputasi Auditor
Authors: Stefani Lily Indarto
Published: March 2024

Corruption is a major challenge as well as a problem in an organization or business. Economic development will weaken and corporate accountability will be lost due to corruption. As a result of corruption, it will have a negative impact in various fields, including on the country's economy. For this reason, company awareness is needed in disclosing anti-corruption policies as a form of minimizing the occurrence of corruption in the business world. Even the Indonesian Financial Services Authority (OJK) also explains the recommendations for disclosing anti-corruption policies to every company that goes public in its annual report. The internal control mechanism can be a key factor in fostering information disclosure so that it will reduce the potential for loopholes for acts of fraud. Good Corporate Governance (GCG) is intended as a tool that minimizes fraud. In addition, by using a reputable public accounting firm, it is hoped that it can also show a more convincing and quality reputation and will be more motivated to disclose information, especially related to efforts to prevent corruption. The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of Good Corporate Governance (board of directors size, board of commissioners' independence, audit committee meeting frequency, and governance committee) and auditor's reputation on anti-corruption policy disclosure. This research uses all companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in the 2019-2021 period using a purposive sampling method. From 1739 companies, the results obtained were that the independence of the board of commissioners, governance committee, and auditor reputation had a positive effect on disclosing anti-corruption policies. Meanwhile, the size of the board of directors and the frequency of audit committee meetings have no effect on anti-corruption policies.
Pengaruh Green Marketing Mix Terhadap Purchase Decision Dalam Menggunakan Eco Friendly Product
Authors: Jennah Husnatul , Andy Ismail
Published: March 2024

One of the causes of natural disasters is environmental damage, and many Indonesian communities are indifferent to their surroundings. This has prompted humans to develop technology that enables the production of environmentally friendly products. Consequently, companies have begun to employ new environmentally friendly marketing strategies, known as green marketing mix, which encompass environmentally friendly products, pricing, placement, and promotion. The objective of this research is to provide valuable insights for companies in developing their marketing strategies. This study involved eighty individuals from the community who are users of environmentally friendly products. The research falls under the category of quantitative research. The data used were primary data obtained through questionnaires distributed by the researchers. This research utilized path analysis with Partial Least Squares (PLS) as the analytical method. The results indicate that green products directly influence purchasing decisions, green pricing directly influences purchasing decisions, and green promotion directly influences purchasing decisions
Analisa Kepatuhan Pajak dengan Pendekatan Teori Pembelajaran Sosial Terhadap Wajib Pajak Orang Pribadi di Kab Bekasi
Authors: Fuadi Agus , Dian Sulistyorini Wulandari  , Christine Yuliyanti Tiurma
Published: March 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of tax knowledge, tax sanctions and the application of E-Samsat on mandatory motor vehicle compliance at the Bekasi Regency SAMSAT Office. The sample in this study were taxpayers registered at the Bekasi Regency SAMSAT Office. The sampling technique in this study used simple random sampling. The number of samples taken in the study were 100 respondents. The data collection technique used a survey method with the distribution of questionnaires. The tests in this study consisted of instrument tests, classical assumption tests and multiple linear regression analysis tests. The test was carried out using the IBM SPSS version 25 program. The test results in this study indicate that the variable knowledge of taxation and tax sanctions partially has a positive and significant effect on motor vehicle taxpayer compliance, while the implementation of E-Samsat partially has no effect on motor vehicle taxpayer compliance. at the Bekasi District SAMSAT Office. Meanwhile, simultaneously, the variables of tax knowledge, tax sanctions and the application of E-Samsat have a positive and significant effect on the compliance of motorized vehicle taxpayers at the Bekasi Regency SAMSAT Office.
Analisis Aspek yang Mempengaruhi Penghindaran Pajak dengan Parameter Ukuran Perusahaan, Leverage, Intensitas Modal, Komisaris Independen dan Komite Audit
Authors: Muslim Ahmad Bukhori , Dian Sulistyorini Wulandari  , Erman Firmansyah
Published: March 2024

Tax avoidance is all actions taxpayers take to legally reduce the tax burden. More specifically, tax evasion can be defined as an attempt to uncover loopholes in the tax law until a legal defect is found that allows tax evasion and savings on taxes to be paid. Tax avoidance can also be interpreted as an effort by taxpayers, both individuals, and entities, to minimize tax payments. The type of data used in this study is secondary data. The data source comes from the complete financial statements of mining companies with a sample of 20 companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2018-2021. The complete data source comes from the Indonesia Stock Exchange website www.idx.co.id. The analytical technique used is quantitative analysis with the analytical test used in this study is multiple linear regression analysis. Based on the results of hypothesis testing, firm size (0,629), leverage (0,434), independent commissioners (0,816) and audit committees (0,840) have no effect on tax avoidance, and capital intensity has a positive effect on tax avoidance.
Strategi Kebijakan Pemulihan Ekonomi Berdasarkan Perspektif Critical Realism Pada Disruption Di Indonesia
Authors: Allen Pranata Putra  , Agung Bayu Murti
Published: March 2024

Researchers observe that after the second wave of Covid-19 is an economic revival, countries that recover faster from the economic crisis are countries that are ready to win market competition. The urgency of this research is that the acceleration of economic recovery in Indonesia is very important to observe and analyze. The formulation of this research problem has two things, namely: 1) What is the potential for economic recovery based on the perspective of critical realism in disruption in Indonesia? 2) How is the optimization of economic recovery policy strategy in Indonesia? The stages of research methods to achieve research objectives are qualitative through the use of in-depth interviews, focus group discussions and observations. The results show that the priority program of import substitution policy has been implemented to reach 35% in 2022 and is predicted to continue to be increased as an effort to improve the national trade balance. The priority program for import substitution policy has been implemented to reach 35% in 2022 and is predicted to continue to be increased as an effort to improve the national trade balance.
Pengaruh Kualitas Pelayanan dan Harga terhadap Kepuasan Pelanggan Produk Jasa Layanan Internet
Authors: Hedrio Prayoga  , Kartika Yuliantari
Published: March 2024

Increasing human awareness of the importance of information and technological developments has increased human interest in using the Internet as a source of information and communication. PT X engaged in information and communication technology services and telecommunication networks. Service quality is a complex concept that involves understanding customer needs, provision of delivery, and managing customer expectations. In addition, price is an important factor in the marketing strategy of a product or service. The right price can influence consumer purchasing decisions so that it can affect sales and company profits. The purpose of this study was to determine service quality and price have a significant effect on customer satisfaction partially and to determine service quality and price have a significant effect on customer satisfaction simultaneously. The research design is a survey research using quantitative methods. The sampling technique used in this study was accidental sampling with a sample of 100 people. Data collection techniques used in this study were observation, questionnaires, and documentation. As well as the analysis techniques carried out in this study, namely validity test, reliability test, classical assumption test, and multiple linear regression test. The results of the research at a significance level of 0.000 <0.05 indicate that the first variable of service quality has a significant effect on customer satisfaction partially. Second, the price variable has a significant effect on customer satisfaction partially. Third, the variables of service quality and price have a significant effect on customer satisfaction simultaneously.
Analisis Faktor-Faktor yang Memengaruhi Source of Consumer Information pada Pengunjung UKM Agrowisata
Authors: Pramudya Putra Vicka , John Nefri  , Roni Afrizal  , Indria Ukrita  , Arnayulis  , Azzukhruf Ariliusra
Published: March 2024

Technological developments play an important role in marketing activities, one of which is digital marketing through social media. With the existence of social media, it becomes easier, faster and lower cost for consumers to obtain information related to products or services offered by business organizations such as Small and Medium Enterprises. However, information on social media is less trustworthy and less credible because of several biases, so many consumers still rely on word of mouth when they want to search for or dig up information about products or services. The use of appropriate information sources has an influence on marketing strategies in business organizations such as Agrotourism SMEs, one of which is Dangau Abak. The lack of marketing research in Agrotourism SMEs, especially in the field of prepurchasing, is one of the reasons why this research is important to carry out. This research aims to determine the source of consumer information used by visitors to obtain information (word of mouth or social media) and analyze the factors that influence the use of this information source. This research was conducted on visitors to the Dangau Abak Agrotourism UKM which is a Small and Medium Enterprise in the Agrotourism sector with a total of 65 visitors as respondents. Data analysts use a binary logistic regression model with data collection techniques using observation, interviews and questionnaires. This research shows that most visitors obtain information about Dangau Abak Agrotourism UKM from social media, namely 57%. This research concludes that age and interaction with social media influence the use of information sources, both word of mouth and social media.
Pengaruh Kepemimpinan, Komitmen dan Motivasi Terhadap Kinerja Dosen Universitas
Authors: Rayu Sri Wahyuni  , Budhi Atmadi  , Masniarty Siagian  , Nanda Destilan Sepada Harahap  , Lilis Marini Elsera Tambunan  , Musmuliadi  , Eddi Suprayitno  , Supar Wasesa  , Efendy Sadly
Published: March 2024

This research aims to determine the influence of leadership, commitment and motivation on lecturer performance at Medan Microskills University, both simultaneously and partially. This research uses a population, where the subjects of this research are 40 permanent lecturers at Medan Mikroskil University. The analysis used to test this research hypothesis is multiple linear regression analysis. Based on the research results of the First Hypothesis, Leadership and Motivation partially have a significant effect on the performance of Lecturers at Mikroskil University Medan, while commitment has no effect on Lecturer Performance at Mikroskil University Medan. Simultaneously, leadership, commitment and motivation have a significant effect on lecturer performance at Medan Mikroskil University. The Adjusted R Square value of 77.6% means that Lecturer Performance can still be explained by Leadership Quality, Commitment and Motivation. Meanwhile, the remaining 22.4% was influenced by other variables not examined in this research.
Perencanaan Strategi Pengembangan Usaha Menggunakan Formulasi Matrik SWOT dan Metode QSPM
Authors: Laura Prasasti  , Ayu Feranika
Published: March 2024

This study aims to formulate appropriate marketing strategy planning alternatives through analyzing the approach of internal factors and external factors as an effort to face competitors from Aulia Jambi Toothpick Chips. The sampling method in this study was purposive sampling, so that the total sample obtained was 30 respondents consisting of 5 from internal, namely the management of the Aulia Toothpick Chips factory employees and 25 from external, namely consumers. The analysis method used in this research is SWOT analysis (Strength, Weakness, Opportunities, and Threats) through an internal and external factor approach with the calculation of the IFE and EFE matrix table analysis and the QSPM method. The results of IFE internal factors and EFE external factors, obtained a Strength value of 2.08 and Weaknesess of 1.08 while the Opportunities value is 1.92 and Threats is 1.38. Based on the results of the calculation of the analysis quadrant diagram using the IFE and EFE approaches, it can be concluded that the x, y axes are at the Quadrant I point, so the strategy that must be applied in this condition is to support aggressive growth policies (Growth Oriented Strategy). So that the right alternative strategy for Aulia's Toothpick Chips MSME players is the S-O (Strength-Opportunities) strategy. The S-O (Strength-Opportunities) strategy, which is referred to as an aggressive growth strategy, is through the use of digital marketing for the marketing system, providing special offers and maintaining product quality.
Pengaruh Kinerja Keuangan Daerah Terhadap Pertumbuhan Ekonomi Tahun 2013-2022
Authors: Sevigo Agis Eles , Lathifah Nurul
Published: March 2024

The study aims to test the impact of regional financial performance on economic growth in Sidoarjo District in 2013-2022. This research uses a quantitative approach with a type of descriptive research. The number of samples in this study is 34, which is obtained through the method of interpolation with reference to the APBD budget data of Sidoarjo district from the year 2013-2022. The study used a double linear regression analysis processed using SPSS 25 software. The data collection was carried out with a library study, with data sources coming from the Central Statistical Authority (BPS) and the Directorate-General for Financial Balances (DJPK) of the Ministry of Finance. The results of this study show that the significance value of the f test is 0.002, so it can be concluded that regional financial performance consisting of the PAD effectiveness ratio, APBD efficiency ratio, and independence ratio simultaneously has a significant effect on economic growth in Sidoarjo Regency. The significance of the t test results is that the PAD effectiveness ratio is 0.842 and the APBD efficiency ratio is 0.984, so that the PAD effectiveness ratio and APBD efficiency ratio have no effect on economic growth in Sidoarjo Regency. Meanwhile, the significance value of the independence ratio t test is 0.000, so the independence ratio has an effect on economic growth in Sidoarjo Regency.
Using Mathematical Thinking in Solving Trigonometric Problems within Mason’s Cognitive Framework
Authors:   Faculty of Education, HaNoi University of Science and Technology, Vietnam, Thanh Ngo Tu , Van Doc Nguyen ,   Faculty of Education, HaNoi University of Science and Technology, Vietnam, Giam Nguyen Minh ,   Faculty of Education, HaNoi University of Science and Technology, Vietnam
Published: March 2024

The paper focuses on the synergy between mathematical thinking and solving trigonometric problems within Mason’s cognitive framework. It presents and analyzes concepts related to mathematical thinking, especially Mason’s definition of the thinking process into three stages: input, impact, and evaluation. Applying this framework to solving trigonometric equations, the paper illustrates how mathematical thinking can help approach problems in an organized and rigorous manner, while opening opportunities for creativity and exploration. Discussing mathematical thinking, the paper defines it as a creative process involving prediction, induction, interpretation, description, abstraction, and reasoning. Aligned with Mason’s definition of mathematical thinking, the paper describes how this thinking aids students in understanding complex structures and solving problems quickly and flexibly.
Development of Sustainable Business Models through Internal Partnerships Efforts to Expand Consumer Reach
Authors:   Department of Business and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia, Akbar M Muh , Rakib Muhammad ,   Department of Business and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia, Isma Andika ,   Department of Business and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia, Sanusi Dian Anugrah ,   Department of Business and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia
Published: March 2024

This research was carried out with the aim of developing a sustainable business model through partnerships in an effort to expand consumer reach in the Makassar Modem Warehouse business. This research is a type of development research (R&D) that adapts the 4D development procedure which consists of four stages which include define(definition), design(planning), develop(development), as well disseminate (deployment). Data collection activities were carried out by means of observation, interviews and documentation. The data analysis technique uses qualitative descriptive analysis techniques. The research carried out resulted in recommendations for forms of partnership with environmental, social and economic parties that Gudang Modem Makassar can implement to increase the potential to expand consumer reach.
¿Influye la categoría y posición de juego en las lesiones deportivas en fútbol? (Does the category and game position influence sports injuries in football?)
Authors: Gamonales José M. , Hernández-Beltrán Víctor , Perdomo-Alonso Abian , Barguerias-Martínez Jesús , Gómez-Carrero Sergio , Ferreira Cátia C. , Santos Fernando J. , Espada Mário C.
Published: March 2024

El fútbol es considerado un deporte de alta exigencia física, y, debido al aumento del volumen e intensidad de los procesos de entrenamiento se produce un aumento en el número de lesiones en los jugadores. Las actividades de ejecución y golpeo al balón con alta intensidad pueden ser las principales causas de las lesiones en los músculos y la ingle, mientras que los duelos por el balón pueden ser las actividades incitantes más comunes de las lesiones en el tobillo, siendo los miembros inferiores los que presentan mayor número de lesiones. El presente trabajo tiene como principal objetivo conocer la influencia de la categoría y posición de juego en las lesiones deportivas. Las variables dependientes analizadas fueron la categoría y la posición de juego. Las variables independientes fueron: Parte corporal dañada, tejido afectado, lado afectado y ocurrencia de la lesión. Los resultados muestran cómo se produce un incremento en el número de lesiones a medida que aumenta la categoría de los jugadores. Por el contrario, no se han encontrado diferencias significativas en función de las variables dependientes analizadas. Debido a la influencia de las lesiones en el rendimiento individual y global del equipo, se deben llevar a cabo programas de entrenamiento individualizado con la finalidad de realizar trabajo de prevención de lesiones.
Palabras clave: Deporte de equipo; rendimiento atlético; entrenamiento; posición; lesiones; prevención.
Abstract. Football is considered a highly physically demanding sport and due to the increase of the load and intensity in the training processes, there is an increase in the number of injuries to players. High-intensity ball striking and running activities may be the main causes of injuries to the muscles and groin. In contrast, duels for the ball may be the most common inciting activities for ankle injuries, being the lower limbs the ones with the highest number of injuries. The main purpose of the present study was to determine the influence of category and position of play on sports injuries. The dependent variables analysed were category and playing position. The independent variables were body part injured, tissue affected, side affected, and occurrence of injury. The results show an increase in the number of injuries as the category of the players increases. On the other hand, no significant differences were found according to the dependent variables analysed. Due to the influence of injuries on individual and overall team performance, individualized training programmes should be carried out to carry out injury prevention work.
Key words: Team sport; athletic performance; training; position; injuries; prevention.
Effectiveness of teaching methods and motor abilities: an experimental study on football passing abil-ity
Authors: Arsil Arsil , Okilanda Ardo , Antoni Despita , Fakhrur Rozi Muhammad , Saputra Mardepi , L Mortejo Alonzo , Anggara Suganda Mikkey , Suryadi Didi
Published: March 2024

The low score of football passing ability among students is a problem in this topic. Therefore, efforts to improve the quality of the learning process are an effort to increase students' mastery of football passing abilities through teaching methods of philanesia and parts by first looking at students' motor skills. This research aims to determine the effectiveness of teaching methods and motor skills on passing ability in soccer games. The design used in this research is an experimental method using a 2x2 factorial design. The research subjects were FIK UNP students, using a cluster random sampling technique so that 24 students were sampled. Next, data analysis was assisted using the SPSS 26 application. The research results showed that the overall method and motor skills provided a significance value (0.000 < 0.05). Furthermore, the philanesia method and motor skills provide significance values (0.013 < 0.05). The results of the ANOVA test show a significance of 0.001 < 0.05. This data proves that there is a significant difference in the influence of the overall method and the philanesia method with low and high motor skills on the results of soccer passing ability. Based on these results, it can be concluded that both the overall method and the philanesia method with motor skills provide significant effectiveness in improving students' soccer passing ability. However, the football passing ability of the group of students who were opened using the overall method produced better results than the group of students who were opened using the philanesia method.
Keywords: Teaching methods, motor skills, overall methods, philanesia methods , and football passing abilities
A Case of Pancreatic Pseudoaneurysm
Authors:   Piedmont Athens Regional, Internal Medicine Department, USA, Opoku Isaac , Nana Raissa ,   Piedmont Athens Regional, Internal Medicine Department, USA, Olaosebikan Kikelomo ,   Piedmont Athens Regional, Internal Medicine Department, USA, Naji Amal ,   Piedmont Athens Regional, Internal Medicine Department, USA, Soladoye Elizabeth ,   Piedmont Athens Regional, Internal Medicine Department, USA, Amakye Dominic ,   Piedmont Athens Regional, Internal Medicine Department, USA
Published: March 2024

Pancreatic pseudoaneurysm (PSA) is a rare complication of chronic pancreatitis. Diagnosis requires high index of suspicion and urgent intervention is required once diagnosed as delayed treatment leads to poor outcomes and mortality. In this report, we discuss the case of a 30 year old male with a history of chronic pancreatitis who presented with upper gastrointestinal bleed (UGIB). Physical exam was elevated blood pressure, tachycardia and epigastric tenderness. A CT angiogram of abdomen done revealed pseudoaneurysm of pancreas. Patient emergently underwent endovascular embolization and coiling with resolution of GI bleed post procedure.
Post-donation health-related quality of life, mood and life satisfaction in living-kidney donors; an explorative study from kidney transplant centre, Lahore Pakistan
Authors: Muhammad Shujah , Bashir Asad , Farooq Umar , Nusrat Nadeem , Ahmad Tauqeer Fiaz , Imtiaz Saira
Published: March 2024

Objective: To explore post-donation life satisfaction, quality of life and mood status among kidney donors.
Method: The cross-sectional study was conducted from February 5 to July 10, 2021, at the Department of Kidney Transplant Surgery, Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute and Research Centre, Lahore, Pakistan, and comprised living kidney donors who had donated a kidney at least 6 months before the interview date. Data was collected through telephonic interviews, and, in addition to demographics, the questionnaire comprised the World Health Organisation Quality of Life Brief Version scale, the Satisfaction with Life Scale, and the Patient Health Questionnaire and General Anxiety Disorder. Data was analysed using SPSS 20.
Results: Of the 41 subjects, 22(53.7%) were females and 19(46.3%) were males. The overall mean age was 41.10±9.648 years (range: 19-62 years). The most common donor-recipient relationship was brother-sister 10(34.1%) and wife-husband 10(24.4%). Among the donors, there was a significant positive correlation between quality of life and satisfaction with life (r=0.381, p=0.014). Quality of life had a negative correlation with anxiety (r=-0.429, p=0.005), and a negative but non-significant association with depression (r=-0.283, p=0.073). Anxiety and depression were highly positively correlated (r=0.681, p=0.000). Quality of life was significantly associated with donor age (p=0.029) with a negative effect (Beta=-0.588), while satisfaction with life had a positive relationship with age (Beta=0.147).
Conclusion: Higher life satisfaction among living kidney donors was associated with an improved quality of life, while increased anxiety levels were linked to a lower quality of life. Age was a critical determinant, with older donors reporting a lower quality of life.
Key Words: Quality of life, mood, life satisfaction, living kidney donors, explorative study, post-donation.
The Ten Cs Of Chronic Care
Authors: Sanjay Kalra  , Madhur Verma  , Nitin Kapoor
Published: March 2024

Much has been written, and much more has been said, about the unique challenges and demands of chronic disease management. Various chronic disease models, including Chronic Care Model (CCM), Improving Chronic Illness Care (ICIC), and Innovative Care for Chronic Conditions (ICCC), Stanford Model (SM) and Community based Transition Model (CBTM), have been studied1. Most physicians are trained in acute care, and attend to disease (and health) in a cross-sectional manner. Chronic disease care, however requires a long term, or longitudinal approach to management. While various experts have discussed the differences between acute or chronic disease care, it becomes challenging for younger doctors to understand these intricacies.

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Nurses on Social Media: Global Challenges and Pakistani Context
Authors: Muhmooda Abdul Razzaque  , Rukhsana Muhammad Haroon
Published: March 2024

Social media has become a global phenomenon, impacting the nursing profession worldwide. While nurses on social media face universal challenges, each country also has unique factors that influence the nature of these challenges. This editorial highlights the global challenges nurses face on social media and discusses the specific context of Pakistan, shedding light on the challenges experienced by nurses in this country. Nurses worldwide face the challenge of protecting patient confidentiality and privacy when using social media. The global nature of social media platforms means that nurses must be mindful of privacy laws and regulations specific to their country. Ensuring adherence to ethical guidelines and implementing stringent privacy measures is crucial to safeguard patient information across borders1.

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Frequency of vitamin D deficiency in children with iron deficiency anaemia and factors associated with vitamin D deficiency
Authors: Abdul Razzaq Ayesha , Haider Nighat , Faiz Abida , Naseer Maryam , Waheed Nadia , Siddiqui Hina Batool
Published: March 2024

Objective: To evaluate vitamin D deficiency in children with iron-deficiency anaemia, and to identify the risk factors for such deficiency.
Method: The cross-sectional study was conducted at the Children’s Hospital, Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, Islamabad, Pakistan, from October 2021 to March 2022, and comprised children aged 1-5 years who had been diagnosed with iron-deficiency anaemia. Quantitative variables, like age, height, weight, gender, socioeconomic status and sibling status, were controlled by stratification. Data was compared to assess the risk factors of vitamin D deficiency among the subjects. Data was analysed using SPSS 22.
Results: Of the 236 children with iron-deficiency anaemia, 159(67.5%) also had vitamin D deficiency; 95(59%) girls and 65(41%) boys. Overall, 104(65.4%) subjects were aged 4-5 years and 55(34.6%) were aged 1-3 years. Vitamin D deficiency had significant association with female gender, older age, height and weight <5th centiles, educated parents, low to middle socioeconomic status, urban residence and higher number of siblings (p<0.05).
Conclusion: The prevalence of vitamin D deficiency among children with iron-deficiency anaemia was found to be high.
Key Words: Anaemia, IDA, Vitamin D deficiency, Micronutrients deficiency, Risk factors.
Cervical cancer screening practices in HIV positive females – a missing link in health care delivery in Pakistan
Authors: Idrak Sobia , Zaki Saima , Rasheed Farhan , Javed Maham , Khalid Huma , Niaz Sumaira , Romeeza Tahir  , Naseem Nadia
Published: March 2024

Objective: To probe cervical cancer screening practices in local women positive for human immunodeficiency virus, and to determine the cervical cytological changes in them.
Method: The serial cross-sectional study was conducted at the Jinnah Hospital and Services Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan, from April 2019 to October 2020, and comprised female patients aged 18-45 years who were positive for human immunodeficiency virus or acquired immunodeficiency syndrome and were registered with the relevant programme being run by the provincial government in Punjab. Blood samples of all the patients were collected for the determination of human immunodeficiency virus viral load and cluster of differentiation 4+ count. Cervical smears were taken for cytopathological analysis, while the swabs were analysed for culture sensitivity. The same individuals were subjected to the same testing one year later, and the status of the disease and clinical stability or disease progression was explored. Data was analysed using SPSS 25.
Results: There were 150 women with mean age 32.08±7.13 years (range: 21-45 years). Age at marriage/sexual activity was 17.33±4.73 years in 15(10%) subjects. Cytological examination showed atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance in 6(4%) of the cases whereas 3(2%) cases showed atypical squamous cells, which cannot rule out high grade squamous intraepithelial lesion on cytology, while the rest were classified as negative for intraepithelial lesion or malignancy. Cervical microbial changes revealed methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus infection in 9(6%) cases, extended-spectrum beta-lactamase in 15(10%) cases, whereas fungal infection and trichomonas vaginalis infection were found in 30(20%) smears. There was a significant association between cluster of differentiation 4+ cell count and stability of high-risk patients (p<0.001). After one year, 84(56%) patients remained clinically stable, while 51(34%) developed some chronic illness. There was a significant association between cluster of differentiation 4+ cell count <200/mm 3 and the risk of developing a chronic illness (p<0.001).
Conclusion: There was a dire need to educate healthcare workers to offer regular cervical screening to patients with high-risk sexually-transmitted infections to prevent them from the morbidity and mortality related to cervical cancer.
Key Words: HIV/AIDS, Cervical cancer, Screening, Bethesda system.
An unusual case of long-standing retained nasopharyngeal foreign body
Authors: Shafqat Maimoona , Seema Naveed  , Ambreen Riaz  , Rabbani Muhammad Zafar
Published: March 2024

The nasopharynx is a rare anatomical location where a foreign body may become lodged after being ingested or inhaled. We are presenting a rare case of nasopharyngeal foreign body impaction in a two-and-a-half-year-old child that had been missed for almost a year. The child presented with a history of right-sided foul-smelling nasal discharge, snoring and mouth breathing. An X-Ray soft tissue lateral view of the post-nasal space showed an irregular partially radiopaque nasopharyngeal foreign body. The removal of the foreign body was performed under general anesthesia successfully. Foreign body impaction in the nasopharynx can easily be missed and it is important to keep this region in mind when dealing with missing inhaled or ingested foreign bodies.
Keywords: nasopharynx, snoring, mouth breathing, radiopaque.
Challenges of enbloc mid-sacrectomy as redo surgery for sacral chordoma: a case report
Authors: Ali Sundus , Ishaq Ahtsham , Qasim Adnan , Muhammad Naeem  , Sarwar Muhammad Rizwan , Shams Shahzad
Published: March 2024

Enbloc Sacrectomy is the procedure of choice for aggressive sacral lesions but not widely practiced in Pakistan, both by Neurosurgeons and Orthopaedic surgeons. Only one case has been mentioned in indexed local literature so far and that too not operated in Pakistan. The case of a case of a 27 year old neurologically intact male is presented. He had a huge residual mass and midline non-healing wound after two attempts at intralesional debulking and one full course of local irradiation. He presented to the Mayo Hospital, Lahore on 29th December 2021 for a redo surgery of sacral chordoma. A marginal excision was achieved utilizing posterior only approach. This case will help understanding the key steps in enbloc mid-Sacrectomy and importance of involving multidisciplinary team for ensuring adequate wound closure.
Keywords: Sacral chordoma, Mid-Sacrectomy, Enbloc.
The effect of mask usage of the health personnel on blood gas analysis and cognitive strengthening during COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Ozmen Harun , Dogru Serkan , Aydinli Bahar , Erdem Erdi Huseyin
Published: March 2024

Objective: To investigate the effect of lengthy mask use on blood gas values and cognitive functions.
Method: The cross-sectional study was conducted in February and March 2022 at Mersin Sehir Training and Research Hospital, Mersin, Turkey, and comprised healthcare professionals of either gender aged 20-60 years working in the 3rd level intensive care unit. Each volunteer was subjected to venous blood gas analysis at the beginning and end of the 8-hour morning shift. Coronavirus disease-2019 status was noted, and further data related to cognitive functions was collected using a 7-item questionnaire. Data was analysed using SPSS 20.
Results: Of the 63 subjects, 43(68.3percent) were women and 20(31.7percent) were men. The overall mean age was 33.53±6.76 years. There were 42(66.7percent) subjects using N95 mask; 27(64.3percent) women and 15(35.7percent) men with mean age 32.38 6.54 years. There were 21(33.3percent) subjects wearing surgical masks; 16(76.2percent) women and 5(23.8percent) men with mean age 35.95 0.76 years. Intergroup comparisons were non-significant for all the markers (p 0.05). Within the N95 mask group, potential of hydrogen and lactate values were significantly different (p 0.05), while in the surgical mask group, potential of hydrogen and partial pressure of oxygen were significantly different (p 0.05). There were 28(66.7percent) subjects in the N95 group who had been affected by coronavirus disease-2019 compared to 16(76.2percent) in the surgical mask group (p 0.05). Subjects in the N95 mask group had significant impaired cognitive functions compared to the surgical mask group (p 0.05).
Conclusion: Impairment in cognitive functions in intensive care unit workers using masks could be explained by the development of intermittent long-term moderate hypoxia.
Key Words: Masks, Coronavirus, Carbon dioxide, Hypoxia.
Role of Mutation of NOTCH1 gene in development of oral squamous cell carcinoma: a narrative review
Authors: Quratulain Javaid  , Usmani Ambreen
Published: March 2024

Cancer of the oral cavity has numerous types and, among all, oral squamous cell carcinoma represents >90% of all cancers of the oral area. Oral squamous cell carcinoma arises from the squamous lining of the oral cavity. Across the globe, most commonly it develops in the regions of tongue followed by floor of the mouth, and lower lip. Neurogenic locus notch homolog protein 1 gene has its association with oral squamous cell carcinoma and is known to be associated with both oncogenic and tumour suppressor roles. The current narrative review comprised literature published from 2013 to 2023. It was searched on Google Scholar, PubMed and Google databases. Globally, neurogenic locus notch homolog protein 1 mutations are associated with the development of oral squamous cell carcinoma. Most of the mutations are linked to ligand bind epidermal growth factor-like repeat region of extracellular domain of neurogenic locus notch homolog protein 1.
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Factsheet: Creating energy technologies, that are meaningful and usable for all
Authors:   ÖGUT, Hausner Beatrix
Published: March 2024

How technology developers can contribute to making sustainable energy supply more equal in terms of accessibility to ensure the participation of all. The basis for this factsheet were the recommendations for action from the study „Digitale Ungleicheit, wie sie entsteht, was sie bewirkt…und was dagegen hilft“ (2019), in which ÖGUT was involved.