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EUROPEAN INTEGRATION OF UKRAINE IN THE FIELD OF LABOUR PROTECTION: RADICAL CHANGES AND NEW LEGISLATION
Authors: Igor Oliychenko Igor Oliychenko , Wojciech Slomka Wojciech Slomka , Volodymyr Artemenko Volodymyr Artemenko
Published: January 2024

In the modern world, with the development of new technologies in many spheres of industrial activity and the development of society, there is an urgent need to apply the latest approaches in the field of labour protection, or as they say in Europe, in the field of safety and health of workers at work. This is not surprising, given that any legislation will always lag behind the development of science and technology. Such a situation is formed because the legislation establishes requirements and measures for safe working methods for existing means of production. But it is clear that development does not stand still, and science and technology always develop and progress, new technologies that are actively implemented in industries. This, in turn, is the main reason that legislation largely lags behind the pace of technology development. Looking at the high technological and economic development of European countries, as well as their experience in the field of labour protection, we understand that they would not have reached such a high level of production development without the introduction of effective systems for managing the safety and health of workers at work. That is why it seems appropriate to us that it is worth paying attention to the European experience in labour protection. In this study, the authors analysed a new draft Law of Ukraine "On Safety and Health of Workers at Work", which will replace the current Law of Ukraine "On Labour Protection". This analysis makes it possible to adapt the draft law to European practices to create an effective, risk-oriented system of labour protection management in Ukraine.
Keywords: labour protection, safety and health of workers at work, legislation on safety and health of workers at work.
STATE MANAGEMENT OF THE PROCESS OF TRAINING PUBLIC SERVANTS: THE KEY TO THE FORMATION OF PROFESSIONALISM
Authors: Olena Zaika Olena Zaika
Published: January 2024

The article deals with the current problem of state management of the process of training public servants. It is emphasized that the effectiveness of the civil service depends on the level of professionalism of its employees. Therefore, high-quality training of public servants, which must meet modern requirements, is extremely important. The author of the article analyzes the main principles and directions of state management of the process of training public servants. It also considers various aspects of the activity of state bodies in this area
Keywords: public service, acmeology, professionalism, professional development.
MANAGEMENT OF TERRITORIAL COMMUNITIES DEVELOPMENT IN MODERN CONDITIONS
Authors: Oleh Didenko Oleh Didenko
Published: January 2024

The article examines the current state of organisation of management of the development of territories during military operations in Ukraine at the local, regional and state levels. The legal framework governing the functioning of communities and the creation of territorial communities in the context of decentralisation is defined. In analysing the legislation, attention is focused on the difference between the terms "community" and "territorial community". It is proved that a territorial community, as a subject of regulation of socio-economic development of the territory, is endowed with functions which generally coincide with the scope of functions of the local self-government system.
Keywords: territorial community, management, local development, efficiency, united territorial community.
LEGAL ASPECTS OF INVESTMENT IN UKRAINE INSURANCE AGAINST WAR RISKS
Authors: Oleksandr Bilchuk Oleksandr Bilchuk , Alina Podolieva Alina Podolieva , Yevhen Romanchenko Yevhen Romanchenko
Published: January 2024

The article is devoted to insurance as a tool to protect investments in wartime. In particular, attention is paid to the analysis of the draft law of Ukraine, which defines military risk as the main insurance risk in an investment insurance contract. The purpose of the publication is to show the actual situation of readiness of the legislative framework for the launch of a new type of insurance, namely insurance of investments against military risks.
Keywords: investments, investment insurance, systemic risks, military risks, legal system.
INSTITUTIONS OF SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT IN THE SYSTEM OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT OF UKRAINE
Authors: Viktor Pashchenko Viktor Pashchenko , Vitalii Tsymbaliuk Vitalii Tsymbaliuk , Tykhon Yarovoi Tykhon Yarovoi
Published: January 2024

Institutions of citizen engagement are the important factor in the political development of local self-government in Ukraine. The article describes the peculiarities of the implementation and transformation of such institutions as public councils, electronic petitions, public consultations, participatory budgeting and public expertise.
According to the results of surveys, one of the main problems faced by institutions of social engagement is insufficient awareness of citizens about their existence. Institutions that are more effective in attracting citizens are distinguished by their accessibility, comprehensibility for most citizens and the availability of confirmation of their effectiveness. It is these two indicators: comprehensibility (instrumentality) and efficiency that are important for citizens, who determine whether a particular institution of engagement should be used. Engagement occurs when citizens believe that they are able and willing to participate, and believe that they can get some positive result. The article describes this as the internal and external effectiveness of citizens. In the framework of the first, citizens are confident in their own competence, that is, they have confidence in themselves and their ability to understand the process and influence it. When citizens are convinced that the government will respond to their participation, this is external effectiveness. Institutes of social involvement develop both the competence of citizens and the openness and ability and readiness to respond in local self-government bodies.
Keywords: civil society, social engagement, local self-government, participation, territorial community, decision-making process.
FINANCIAL POLICY OF UKRAINE IN THE DEVELOPING ITS FOREIGN TRADE RELATIONS
Authors: Viktoriia Dubyk Viktoriia Dubyk
Published: January 2024

At the present stage of development of the market economy in Ukraine, the priority is the steady inclusion of the domestic economy in the system of international division of labor and global integration processes. One of the stages of our country's integration into the world is the intensification of Ukraine's trade relations with the countries of the European Union. Therefore, Ukraine's financial policy should be aimed at shaping integration priorities.
The basis of financial policy are strategic directions, which determine the long-term and medium-term prospects for the use of finance and provide for solving the main tasks of society. At the same time, the state takes a number of measures aimed at using financial relations in terms of solving tactical tasks, namely - to mobilize and effectively use financial resources, regulate foreign trade processes, stimulate the development of STP, certain sectors of the economy, certain territories.
Therefore, we can state the fact that Ukraine has chosen integration into the European Union as a priority of its integration into world structures.
After all, the focus on the European Union it's a significant capital markets, new technologies, higher standards of production, and environmental protection. Ukraine's integration with the EU is also important as a reform-stimulating factor for its economy, legal framework, and the main means of avoiding the threat of being outside the common European home.
Thus, in the article are analysed the basic strategic direction of financial policy, which focused on the intensification of foreign trade cooperation between Ukraine and the European Union. Are assessed the obstacles that negatively affect at the further development of the foreign trade sector of Ukraine's economy . The main causes of the investment crisis in the country as a factor in reducing integration processes are highlighted. The model of formation of the optimum system of financing of foreign trade operations is offered. Recommendations for the formation of an optimal system of regulation of foreign economic activity in Ukraine are formulated. Are offered the main directions of financial policy improvement in the conditions of European integration development of the country.
UKRAINIAN-POLISH RELATIONS DURING THE WAR: FINANCIAL ASPECT
Authors: Olena Vyhovska Olena Vyhovska , Volodimir Vyhovskyi Volodimir Vyhovskyi , Viktoriia Ivaniuta Viktoriia Ivaniuta
Published: January 2024

This article delves into the complex international relations between Ukraine and Poland amidst the backdrop of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Focused on military, financial, and humanitarian aspects, the study examines the extent of support provided by various nations, emphasizing the role of Poland as an early and significant contributor. Utilizing extensive data, the article reveals the magnitude of financial aid, with the United States and Germany leading the contributions. Additionally, it explores non-refundable aid, highlighting the diverse sources and amounts. The authors scrutinize military, financial, and humanitarian commitments, shedding light on the substantial assistance directed towards priority state budget expenditures. Despite challenges, Poland's multifaceted support, including the provision of residential modules and social benefits for displaced Ukrainians, underscores the depth of collaboration.
However, the article acknowledges hurdles in fostering transparent diplomatic relations, citing the influence of political elites and speculative discourse surrounding the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The study concludes with a snapshot of the refugee situation, emphasizing Poland's significant role in providing legal recognition and social assistance to over 1,7 million Ukrainian citizens. Overall, the analysis paints a nuanced picture of the evolving dynamics between Ukraine and Poland during this critical period.
Keywords: military situation, Ukrainian-Polish relations, financial support, cooperation
O olhar de professores que ensinam Matemática sobre tabelas e gráficos estatísticos acessíveis para alunos cegos
Authors: Santos Rodrigo Cardoso dos , Vianna Claudia Coelho de Segadas , Silva Antônio Carlos dos Santos da
Published: January 2024

O objetivo deste artigo é apresentar algumas reflexões de professores que ensinam Matemática para alunos cegos a partir de representações de tabelas e gráficos estatísticos inseridos em livros didáticos. As tabelas e os gráficos deste trabalho foram retirados de um livro didático de Matemática e confeccionados por meio de dois softwares, além de uma produção artesanal com a utilização de diferentes materiais. Nosso estudo se baseou em pesquisas relacionadas às representações gráficas estatísticas e à confecção de materiais acessíveis para estudantes cegos. A metodologia é qualitativa e as entrevistas em profundidade foram realizadas com seis professores do Instituto Benjamin Constant (IBC). Nos resultados, os entrevistados avaliaram as representações gráficas apresentadas e indicaram que aquelas produzidas artesanalmente foram essenciais para o primeiro contato do aluno na leitura tátil de um gráfico estatístico. Já as representações produzidas por um dos softwares podem facilitar o trabalho do professor, uma vez que a elaboração de um gráfico artesanal requer considerável tempo de produção.
Aritmética para ensinar em manuais pedagógicos na formação de professores primários no Brasil (1930-1960)
Authors: Carneiro Rogerio dos Santos , Pinto Neuza Bertoni
Published: January 2024

Na história das disciplinas escolares, os manuais pedagógicos — reconhecidos como objeto cultural, difusor de uma base teórico-metodológica indispensável para a formação do professor do ensino primário — são considerados uma fonte relevante para compreender os saberes que permearam a formação docente em determinado período. Esta pesquisa objetivou analisar elementos da aritmética para ensinar, presentes em manuais de Didática da Matemática, publicados no Brasil entre 1930 e 1960, sendo eles, em especial, A aritmética na “Escola Nova”, de Backheuser; A nova metodologia da aritmética, de Thorndike; e Metodologia da Matemática, de Albuquerque, obras utilizadas na formação de professores primários. As análises das fontes indicam uma forte presença de um saber profissional para ensinar a aritmética nos primeiros anos do ensino primário, durante o momento áureo do Movimento da Escola Nova no Brasil, período de 1930 a 1960. Nesse sentido, foram inventariados elementos característicos de uma aritmética para ensinar, como o uso de jogos e materiais manipuláveis apropriados para as aprendizagens dos conteúdos; a contextualização do ensino em situações cotidianas do universo infantil; o cálculo mental; a resolução de problemas e a graduação dos conteúdos.
Prospective mathematics teachers’ reflections on their strategies for solving a simple combination problem
Authors: Proença Marcelo Carlos de , Campelo Caleb da Silva Araujo , Oliveira Ana Beatriz de
Published: January 2024

This article aims to analyze and highlight prospective mathematics teachers' reflections on the strategies used to solve a simple combination problem. We carried out a qualitative study in the context of theoretical classes in an undergraduate course on the theory of problem-solving. To this end, 11 students from Paraná solved a simple combination problem. The results showed that the participants believed the diagram and table strategies were the same. After the discussions, they understood that the strategies have their own representations but did not mention those linked to execution. We conclude that the reflections of the mathematics undergraduates provided an understanding of the representations of the strategies and that they began to value them when working in the classroom.
Knowledge and Attitude about Radiation Hazards on Pregnant Women Among Non-Healthcare Students in Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA)
Authors: Mohd Radzi Juliana , Adli Anis Farhana
Published: January 2024

Lack of awareness on radiation exposure during pregnancy in Malaysia can lead to a higher possibility of rejection from pregnant women to undergo an examination using ionizing radiation. This study aims to assess the general knowledge and attitude regarding radiation hazards on pregnant women among students at Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA). A cross-sectional study was conducted among non-healthcare students in UniSZA. A questionnaire was distributed online using Google Form to assess knowledge and attitude of radiation hazards on pregnant women. Descriptive statistics and Independent T-test were used to determine the knowledge and attitude of the respondents. A total of 120 students have participated in this study. Equal sample sizes are obtained with 60 male students and 60 female students. The total mean knowledge and attitude score for all students is 1.31 and 4.13 respectively. The mean knowledge of female students (M=24.27) (P < .05) was higher compared to male students (M=20.20) (P < .05). Mean attitude of female students (M=17.40) (P < .05) was higher compared to male students (M=15.65) (P < .05). Female students have higher knowledge and attitude towards radiation hazards on pregnancy compared to male students.  Lack of knowledge and attitude on radiation hazards on pregnancy can give serious effects in the future.  Continuous awareness campaigns on the benefits and risks of radiation must be held through various platforms to educate people regarding the radiation hazards on pregnant women.
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Infection Control among Medical Imaging Students in Unisza
Authors: Mohamed Nurul Syazwina , Zakaria Nur Syifa Aqilah
Published: January 2024

Healthcare-associated infections risk in health care settings has caused a great concern to medical imaging students during clinical attachment due to high interaction rate with patients. Students may spread infections through inadequate knowledge and poor practice, which may then degrade the standard of care. Preventive measures and infection control policies have been developed to prevent the spread of infections, lower morbidity and medical care costs. However, recent evidence revealed poor level of health science students’ knowledge regarding infection control. This cross-sectional survey-based study is aimed to determine level of knowledge, attitude and practice towards infection control. This study is also aimed to determine the association between knowledge, attitude, and practice level of infection control and standard precautions among uniSZA medical imaging students. The sampling method used was purposive sampling. An online questionnaire was distributed using social media platforms, Whatsapp from 21th March to 22th April 2023. The questionnaire consists of 12 items on knowledge, 7 items on attitude and 10 items on practice about infection control. A total of 136 medical imaging students participated in this study, 98 Bachelor’s degree students and 38 Diploma students. Overall knowledge, attitude and practice level among students were good. The percentage of respondents had good knowledge, positive attitude and good practice were 100% (n=136), 100% (n=136) and 98.5% (n=134) respectively. Fisher’s exact test shows there was no association between attitude level and practice level of infection control among respondents (p =1.00).  Continuous infection control training and education program are still required to enhance awareness of standard precautions and thus reduce infection exposure. Future recommendations are to include all health science students and medical students to participate in the survey. Further studies to assess the extent of public knowledge regarding infection control may also be conducted.
Hyperglycemia Effects on Blood Pressure in Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Asmara Holifa Saheera , Ja'afar Nur Latifa , Wan-Arfah Nadiah , Meramat Asheila
Published: January 2024

A higher-than-normal blood glucose level characterizes hyperglycemia, the primary metabolic feature of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) caused by insulin resistance and β-cell dysfunction. As a consequence of tissue or organ damage, hyperglycemia can cause an increase in blood pressure, according to previous research. The paucity of data makes comprehending the relationship between hyperglycemia and elevated blood pressure challenging. A detailed evaluation and meta-analysis were performed to investigate how hyperglycemia influences blood pressure. In addition, this study provides information on hyperglycemia biomarkers associated with the progression of high blood pressure. This investigation utilized a systematic review and a meta-analysis following the PRISMA recommendations. A comprehensive literature search was conducted on relevant literature published between 2012 and 2022, utilizing electronic database systems such as PubMed, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar. The random effects model was employed to combine odds ratios (OR). The meta-analysis included eleven out of the 23 studies by employing the Review Manager software. This analysis revealed the effects of hyperglycemia and normal blood glucose on blood pressure in adults (OR=2.18; 95% CI, 1.14 to 4.18). The microvascular complication (OR=1.27; 95% CI, 1.20 to 1.35) and arterial stiffness (MD=-5.93; 95% CI, -11.23 to -0.65) are factors that may contribute to the progression of hyperglycemia to high blood pressure. HbA1c was possibly the most effective biomarker for hyperglycemia (MD=1.81; 95% CI, 0.44 to 3.02). In conclusion, hyperglycemia significantly affects BP in adults, and both mechanisms identified, including microvascular complication and arterial rigidity, are associated with elevated BP in a hyperglycemic state.
Phytochemical Screening and in vitro Antibacterial Activity of Kyllinga nemoralis Aqueous and Methanolic Root Extracts
Authors: Abd Wahab Noor Zarina
Published: January 2024

The present study focused to explore the phytochemical composition and in vitro antibacterial potential of Kyllinga nemoralis aqueous and methanolic root extracts. The antibacterial activities of K. nemoralis aqueous and methanolic root extracts were tested against five Gram positive and four Gram negative bacteria strains. Disk diffusion method was performed to evaluate antibacterial activities of the both extracts. K. nemoralis aqueous and methanolic root extracts showed a potent antibacterial activity against Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria strains. The methanolic root extract of K. nemoralis showed efficiency against S. aureus, MRSA, S. pyogenes, S. sonnei, E. coli and K. pneumoniae while the aqueous extract of K. nemoralis was found to possess antibacterial activity against S. aureus and MRSA. This activity seems to be related to the phytochemicals (saponins) detected into the aqueous extract and phytochemicals (terpenoid and steroid) in methanolic extract. The results confirm that root extracts of K. nemoralis can be used as a drug to fight infections caused by the broad-spectrum bacteria strains.

Keywords

Kyllinga nemoralis, Phytochemical Analysis, Disk diffusion, Antibacterial Activity, Minimum Inhibitory Concentration.
Diagnostic Accuracy of Conventional Ultrasound (US) Compared to Contrast Enhanced Ultrasound (CEUS) for Diagnosing Liver Tumours: A Systematic Review and Meta -analysis
Authors: Ali Azlinawati
Published: January 2024

The accurate diagnosis of liver tumours is essential for effective treatment. This study is aimed at comparing the diagnostic accuracy of conventional ultrasound (US) and contrast enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) for detecting and characterizing liver tumours. There is still an unsolved problem regarding differentiation of benign and malignant liver tumours. Thus, an evaluation of the overall sensitivity and specificity of conventional US and CEUS for diagnosing benign and malignant liver tumours is presented in this systematic literature review and meta-analysis.  This study followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA). A search of relevant databases including Scopus, PubMed, and Cochrane Library was conducted from inception to March 31, 2023 using specific keywords. Among the studies included, diagnostic performance was assessed and data was extracted. Average weighted was carried out to calculate the pooled estimates of overall sensitivity and specificity as well as 95% confidence interval (95% CI) by using Wilson score interval of the sensitivity and specificity of the studies. The selected studies were evaluated for reliability using the Quality Assessment of Diagnostic Performance Studies (QUADAS-2). A total of 11 studies involving 1605 patients were included in the study, with publication years ranging from 2022 to 2004. A comparison of conventional US and CEUS showed that CEUS demonstrated high diagnostic accuracy for diagnosing liver tumours. Based on the pooled estimation of diagnostic accuracy (95% CI), liver tumour diagnosis for differentiation of benign and malignant tumours (CEUS: sensitivity: 0.89 [0.87-0.90], specificity: 0.80 [0.78-0.82] and conventional US: sensitivity: 0.51 [0.49-0.53], specificity: 0.44 [0.42-0.53]). It is clear from this study that CEUS has a significant role to play in clinical practice. These results indicate its value in detecting and diagnosing liver tumours, resulting in better outcomes for patients
Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Radiography Education from the Perspectives of Students: A Survey on Medical Imaging Students UniSZA
Authors: Mohd Nasir Fairuz , Ali Azlinawati , Abd Salam Nurfatihah
Published: January 2024

The Covid-19 pandemic has caused many changes in the norms of daily life and affected various fields as well as industries. One of the areas affected by this epidemic is education. Due to the limitation of physical meetings, while avoiding the spread of the virus, learning and teaching activities have changed from physical learning to online learning. Radiography education is also affected where students have to learn theoretical and practical courses virtually. Radiography education involves learning to position patients and operate medical imaging equipment, so it's challenging to learn online. Therefore, this study was conducted to see the impact of the pandemic on radiography education from the students' perspective. The survey was performed among UniSZA medical imaging students who have undergone theoretical learning and clinical training within the period from March 2020 to March 2022. The survey was done by distributing an online questionnaire through Google Forms. The questionnaire consists of four parts; demographic, perspective on theoretical learning during the pandemic, perspective on clinical training during the pandemic and challenges experienced in online/virtual learning. A total of 55 students participated in this study and the responses were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The result shows the majority of the students (54.55%) agree that learning basic radiography subjects through online learning during a pandemic is hard to focus on. From the perspective of clinical training during the pandemic period, the majority of students (56.63%) worried about being infected with the Covid-19 virus as this could interrupt the clinical training sessions. The majority of the students (41.82%) experienced difficulty with internet connectivity and inadequate time for online discussion during the online learning within the pandemic period. In conclusion, the Covid-19 pandemic has highly impacted learning activities for medical imaging students at UniSZA.
Self-Perceived Competency Assessment among Dietetics Students in Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA)
Authors: Chin Yi Ying , Nur Farhanah Nabilah Azri  , Nurul Ain Farhana Elias  , Nur Faqiq bin Mohd Aseri
Published: January 2024

This study aimed to assess the self-perceived competency among dietetics students in Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA). The self-perceived competency of the students was evaluated using the Nutrition Competence (NUTCOMP) questionnaire, a validated tool designed to measure the self-perceived competence of healthcare professionals, including dietitians, in providing nutrition care to patients with chronic diseases. A total of 54 dietetics students from UniSZA participated in the study, all enrolled in Year 4 Semester 2 during their clinical training. They completed the NUTCOMP questionnaire, which consists of various domains and items related to nutrition care practice, including communication skills, critical thinking, evidence-based practice, and professionalism. The results showed that the students perceived themselves to have a high level of competency, with a mean score of 140.1 and a standard deviation of 26.83. Specifically, the students reported high levels of confidence in their ability to interact with clients and stakeholders, interpret nutritional information into lay language, and apply critical thinking skills to research and evaluate nutrition practices. The findings indicate that the students felt well-prepared to enter the field of dietetics upon graduation, reflecting a positive perception of their competence in nutrition care. However, it is essential to acknowledge that self-perceived competency may not always align with actual performance, and objective assessments are needed to validate these self-perceptions. In conclusion, the findings of this study contribute valuable insights into the self-perceived competency of dietetics students in UniSZA. The results suggest that the students have confidence in their knowledge and skills related to nutrition care, indicating a positive outlook on their future roles as dietitians. Further research could explore the relationship between self-perceived competency and actual performance in dietetics practice, as well as investigate the factors influencing the development of competency among dietetics students. Understanding and enhancing competency among future dietitians are crucial for improving the quality of nutrition care and ultimately promoting better health outcomes for patients.
Diagnostic Accuracy of Transvaginal Ultrasound in the Evaluation of Female Infertility: A Systematic Review
Authors: Jasmin Nur Hayati
Published: January 2024

Female infertility can result from issues with the fallopian tubes, uterus, and cervix. Ultrasound has become an essential component of the modern investigation of female infertility and the management of assisted conception, which is able to access endometrial and uterine factors that affect embryo implantation. To date, Transvaginal ultrasound (TVS) has become the modality of choice for the initial study of female infertility since it is widely available, cost-effective, and non-invasive. This study aims to assess the diagnostic accuracy of TVS in evaluating female infertility and how different types of abnormalities in female infertility affect the diagnostic accuracy. The systematic search in this study followed the guidelines of the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews (PRISMA) and Meta-Analyses. The electronic databases PubMed and ScienceDirect were utilized. Papers published between 2012 and 2022 were chosen and subjected to analysis following the Quality Assessment of Diagnostic Accuracy Studies (QUADAS). In the initial search strategy, a total of 217 articles were discovered. By applying specific criteria for inclusion and exclusion, a set of five studies involving 770 patients were chosen for analysis. Forest plot analysis of these five studies evaluating sensitivity and specificity demonstrated low heterogeneity (Q = 4.574) and moderate heterogeneity (Q = 20.771) respectively. Employing a random-effects model, transvaginal ultrasound (TVS) demonstrated a favorable overall accuracy for evaluating female infertility with a pooled sensitivity of 0.79 (95% CI: 0.60, 0.99), and a specificity of 0.96 (95% CI: 0.76, 1.17). The sensitivity and specificity may vary depending on the specific abnormality being assessed. The most observed abnormalities were endometrial polyps and uterine fibroids, while uterine cancer and adenomyosis were the least frequently observed abnormalities. Findings from this study suggest that TVS offers moderate accuracy in the evaluation of female infertility. TVS is particularly valuable when used in conjunction with hysteroscopy, as it demonstrates high accuracy in detecting and characterizing abnormalities.
Probiotic Effect on Periodontal Disease: A Meta-Analysis Study
Authors: Jaffar Norzawani , Segu Jalaluddin Nur Atikah
Published: January 2024

Periodontal disease remains a major worldwide oral health problem, affecting about 538 million people all around the globe. It is caused by changes in local microflora inhabiting the plaque biofilm from Gram-positive to Gram-negative facultatively anaerobic bacteria, destroying the periodontal membrane and surrounding alveolar bone. Mechanical debridement of biofilm and antibiotics has been used as conventional therapy for gingivitis and periodontitis. However, the uncertain efficacy of the current treatment leads to using probiotics as a promising strategy to combat the periodontal pathogen. An antibiotic application might contribute to antimicrobial resistance and environmental pollution due to non-degradable residue. Probiotics could be an alternative treatment for periodontal disease. This meta-analysis study aims to assess the potential of probiotic bacteria to reduce the magnitude of the inflammatory response, especially in the pro-inflammatory cytokines. Electronic databases such as Google Scholar, Science Direct, and PubMed were used to search for related articles up to May 2021. Randomized Controlled Clinical Trials (RCTs) or controlled clinical trials were included in the study, whereby the concentration of IL-1β and TNF-α were chosen as the main outcome variables. Independent screening resulted in four eligible publications being included in the meta-analysis. However, the overall mean difference for the concentration of IL-1β (MD: -0.32; 95% CI: -1.88, 1.25; P = 0.69) and TNF-α (MD: 0; 95% CI: -0.20, 0.20; P= 0.98) did not show any statistical significance difference between probiotic and placebo groups. Therefore, the study results demonstrated weak evidence to support the usage of probiotics in reducing the magnitude of inflammatory response in patients with periodontal disease. Smaller sample sizes and limited available data may contribute to this conclusion. Hence, future randomized controlled clinical trials with larger sample sizes and a longer intervention period must be considered to evaluate the efficacy of probiotics in periodontal disease.
Adult Knee Pain - The Diagnostic Dilemma
Authors: Yunus Nurul Izza , Mukhali Hassan Basri , Sharifudin Mohd Ariff
Published: January 2024

Knee pain is one of the frequent reasons adult patients seek care in primary care clinics. The cause of knee pain varies, from overuse syndrome to inflammatory diseases. The Osgood-Schlatter Disease (OSD) is one of the overuse syndromes, a condition of proximal tibial apophysitis commonly seen among physically active boys, particularly young athletes aged 10-14 years, during the highest growth spurt. The common presenting symptoms are intermittent or continuous knee pain while walking or playing the sport that involves jumping or running. This condition is self-limiting, resolves within 6-18 months after the growth plates close, and responds well with conservative treatment. However, few patients might have long term sequelae that persist into adulthood. The case report presents a case of recurring knee pain in a 35-year-old man upon his re-engagement with active sports. Clinical assessment and radiological investigation confirm his condition to be consistent with OSD. The diagnosis of OSD in this patient may be another rare case of the recurrence of the childhood condition in a skeletally mature adult.

 

Keywords: Osgood-Schlatter Disease, adult, knee pain.
A Review on the Effects of Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy on Bone Metabolism Markers in Various Musculoskeletal Conditions
Authors: Rahim Marhasiyah , Ooi Foong Kiew , Tengku Mohamed Shihabudin Tengku Muzaffar , Chen Chee Keong
Published: January 2024

Several researches have demonstrated the effectiveness of extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) without surgery to treat various chronic musculoskeletal pathologies. From the current literature, extracorporeal shockwave therapy is one of the rehabilitation modalities that has a potential to be applied on bone to accelerate the healing process. The mechanical stimuli produced by the shockwaves are able to induce physiological responses at the cellular level. Therefore, detecting early changes to the bone may be crucial for certain cases, especially in the pathological conditions. Plain radiography approach requires a long follow-up time to observe the outcomes of the healing process, and biochemical bone markers provide information regarding the effects of treatment earlier than radiography. Several previous studies have reported the effectiveness of extracorporeal shockwave therapy on the mechanical structures of bones. However, evidences regarding the exact dosage of application and effectiveness of extracorporeal shockwave therapy on bone metabolism markers are still lacking. In previous research, diverse methods such as different number of treatment sessions, dosage of shockwave, time of treatment given, sites treated and time to follow-up were employed, and varied outcomes were observed.  This review paper will discuss on the overview of bone metabolism markers, the effects of extracorporeal shockwave therapy on bone metabolism markers in musculoskeletal conditions, and the potential mechanism of action of shockwave on bone biochemical markers. The exact mechanisms of shockwave act on bone biochemical markers are still debatable.
Severe Aplastic Anaemia in a 14-year-old boy
Authors: Adzahar Sumaiyah , Daud Adibah , Nizam Akbar Nurul Asyikin
Published: January 2024

Aplastic anemia is a disorder of bone marrow failure characterized by pancytopenia and hypocellular bone marrow. We report a case of severe aplastic anemia in a 14-year-old boy.
Gorham-Stout Disease; A Differential Diagnostic Dilemma.
Authors: Sivapragasam Thiban , Nadarajan Chandran , Mamat Norosliza , Daud Mariana , Jais Murni Hartini
Published: January 2024

Gorham-Stout disease (GSD) or "Vanishing/Phantom bone disease” is an extremely rare and poorly understood disorder which consist of lymphatic proliferation and osteolysis. The disease has been described as early as from the 1838. It was not until 1954 when Dr. Gorham and Dr. Stout explained GSD. The aetiology of GSD is not well understood with no concrete evidence of genetic or environmental causes. GSD has also shown no obvious race or age predilection. Unfortunately there is not preventive treatment for GDS patient. Management of GSD are focused on palliative care.
Letter to Editor
Authors: Intan Suhana Munira Mat Azmi
Published: January 2024

As a researcher and public health lecturer, the misinformation on vaping is perturbing. The prime belief of the society that vape is a safe alternative to smoking is completely mistaken. The fact that vaping is not less harmless than smoking needs to be widely disseminated. Vape does contain harmful chemicals i.e. nicotine, propylene glycol, glycerol and few others that aren’t listed on the pack. These chemicals when inhale can lead to serious respiratory problems including lung injuries (EVALI), pneumonia, pneumothorax and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS).  Apart from that, nicotine can cause addiction, poisoning and prolong use of nicotine can lead to increased risk of heart disease, suppress immune system, DNA mutation and brain development retardation. The health effects of vaping not only affecting those who vape but also other people who are exposed as second-hand vapers.
Place-Making Through Heritage Tourism: A Tradition of Music and Culture of Commodity in Appalachia
Authors: Chaney Ryan
Published: January 2024

Appalachian regional identity is often reduced in mainstream media representations and the popular American imagination to the political conservatism of “red state” America, the vestigiality of “coal country,” or the prejudiced whiteness of “Trump country.”
A closer look at heritage tourism representations in South Central Appalachia offers more nuanced connections among culture, capital, and senses of place than such portrayals afford. Foregrounding indexical relationships between culture and place through themes of birth, home, death, faith,
and community, the representations in heritage tourism venues along The Crooked Road: Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail derive meaning and value from literal grounding in the rural landscapes of Appalachia, establishing musical tradition as an inalienable possession of that place. This
article elucidates the role of commerce and the commodity form in these heritage-authenticating semiotic relations, taking as object of analysis the discursive, visual, and artifactual offerings of three of the heritage trail’s major venues and situating them among critical political???economic
perspectives on place, space, the local, and the global. The value of place as an inalienable commodity in a global space of proliferating and alienable commodities, required for heritage tourism to work as a revenue generator, finds reflection in representations of the successful transformation
of an originally folk music into a commercial form. Additionally, nostalgic displays of older commodities assert the traditional value of the music while simultaneously imbricating it in a larger historical and contemporary valorization of commodity consumption.
Experiences of Extreme Frost in Winter Adventure Tourism
Authors: Jirásek Ivo
Published: January 2024

There has been extensive scholarly investigation of adventure tourism (demanding physical activities during travel, a natural environment, and risk, danger, and uncertainty) though less attention given to the experience of snowshoeing, camping, and hard adventure tourism in winter.
This qualitative study provides a conceptualization of winter adventure tourism, and visual methodology (drawings by adult participants) based on the principle of “metaphorical truthfulness.” An interpretation is offered of 8 drawings from 19 pairs of pictures made by participants
at the beginning and end of a winter expedition to the Altai and Sayan mountains in Siberia. The bonfire phenomenon is the central point in the pictures and may be interpreted not only for its pragmatic use as a source of warmth and light, but as the center of the world, a symbolic and societal
value of fire, and a cosmogonic element in the mythopoetic experiences of a hard winter adventure tourists. Pursuit of a deeper understanding of the spirituality of the tourist experience without religious faith (contact with a wild natural environment, frost, and hard physical activities)
allows us to characterize this mode as an implicit religion, as a transformative experience changing horizons of the lives of tourists.
KEWENANGAN PENGELOLAAN HARTA KEKAYAAN ORANG DIBAWAH PENGAMPUAN OLEH BALAI HARTA PENINGGALAN SURABAYA
Authors: Wisuda Selvia
Published: January 2024

Balai Harta Warisan existed since the Dutch era to Indonesia around 1596. In order to find out the position of Balai Harta Warisan which has the task of managing the assets of people under supervision when it is related to positive law in Indonesia. With empirical juridical research, there will be primary and secondary data that will be processed. The results showed that the position of Balai Harta Peningalan is still recognized as a state institution and is still valid. The function of Balai Harta Pengrelican is to resolve issues of guardianship, custody, absence and inheritance that have no authority, etc. in accordance with article 3 of the Decree of the Minister of Justice and has the task of representing and taking care of the interests of people who cannot carry out their own interests.  As a supervisor  to protect the interests of Curandus and protect him from the actions of the custodians who may cause losses to his property while still within the time of custody. Carry out bookkeeping and registration of wills in accordance with the law and carry out the settlement of bankruptcy problems in accordance with the law. At present Balai Harta Warisan in Indonesia has a working area covering Balai Harta Warisan Jakarta, Surabaya, Semarang, Medan and Makassar

Keywords: Relic Hall, Forgiveness, Wealth Property
Velilere Göre Proje Anadolu İmam Hatip Liselerindeki Din Eğitimi (İstanbul Örneği)
Authors: Ay Sena , Keskiner Emine
Published: January 2024

Öz
Ülkemizde din eğitimini örgün eğitim kapsamında veren kurumlardan biri imam hatip liseleridir. İmam hatip liseleri açıldıkları günden itibaren amaçları, müfredatı, öğrenci sayıları, toplum içindeki statüsü, mezunlarının mesleki yönelim ve istihdamları gibi konularda sık sık tartışma konusu olmuştur. Söz konusu tartışma konularına son yıllarda bu okullarda verilen din eğitiminin de dahil olduğu görülmektedir. İmam hatip liselerindeki din eğitiminin niteliğini araştırmak üzerine yapılan bu çalışmada, velilerin bu okullarda verilen din eğitimine dair görüşlerinin tespit edilmesi amaçlanmıştır. Çalışma, çocuğu Kartal, Kadıköy veya Üsküdar Proje Anadolu İmam Hatip Liselerinden birinde öğrenim gören ve kendisi de herhangi bir imam hatip lisesinde öğretmenlik yapmış/yapmakta olan toplam 30 veli ile mülakat yapmak suretiyle gerçekleştirilmiştir. Çalışmada yarı yapılandırılmış mülakat formu kullanılmış; elde edilen veriler betimsel yöntemle analiz edilmiştir. Katılımcılara çocuklarını neden imam hatip liselerine gönderdikleri, bu okullardan beklentilerinin neler olduğu ve bunların ne düzeyde karşılandığı, okullarda verilen din eğitiminin öğrencilerin hayatında ne derece etkili olduğu gibi sorular yöneltilmiştir. Çalışma sonucunda velilerin proje Anadolu İmama Hatip Liselerinde verilen din eğitimi ile ilgili görüşlerinin genel olarak olumlu olduğu tespit edilmişse de bu okullarda verilen din eğitiminin akademik eğitime göre ikinci planda kaldığı gibi görüşlerin de var olduğu görülmüştür.
Anahtar Kelimeler
İmam Hatip Liseleri, Proje Anadolu İmam Hatip Liseleri, Eğitim, Din Eğitimi, Veliler
Gençlik Dönemi Din, Ahlak ve Değerler Eğitimiyle İlgili Sorunlar
Authors: Nas Mehmet
Published: January 2024

Çocukluk ve yetişkinlik dönemi içerisinde yer alan gençlik dönemi, gelişimsel özellikler bakımından insan yaşamını derinden etkileyen önemli bir evredir. Bu evrede genç; bilişsel, duyuşsal ve psikomotor gelişimsel özellikleri bakımından oldukça hızlı gelişmeler yaşamakta, çocukluk dönemine oranla daha bağımsız kararlar alabilmektedir. Bu dönemin kendine has gelişim özelliklerinin yanı sıra günümüzde yerel ve küresel ölçekte yaşanan ahlaki değer kaybı ve anlam bunalımı gençleri doğrudan etkilemektedir. Yaşanılan/yaşanılacak sorunların etkilerinden gençleri koruyabilmek için gençlere yönelik yapılacak eğitim uygulamalarında onların manevi yönlerinin göz ardı edilmemesi gereklidir. Zira eğitimin önemli işlevlerinden biri de kişiyi ahlaki yönden geliştirmek ve onun insani değerlere sahip olmasını sağlamaktır. Bu nedenle bu evrenin gelişimsel şartlarına da dikkat edilerek bu minvalde eğitim süreçlerinin düzenlenmesi gereklidir. Çünkü eğitimde hangi program anlayışı temel alınırsa alınsın öğrencilerin gelişim özelliklerine dikkat edilmeden yapılan/yapılacak eğitimin başarıya ulaşması düşünülemez. Bu nedenle bu çalışmada gençlik döneminin niçin önemli olduğu gençlerin din, ahlak ve değer gelişimleri ile bağlantı kurularak incelenmektedir. Ayrıca gençlerde etkili bir din, ahlak ve değer eğitiminin nasıl yapılması gerektiği ile ilgili açıklamalarda bulunulmaktadır.
Anahtar Kelimeler
Eğitim, Din Eğitimi, Gençlik, Gelişim, Dinî ve Ahlaki Gelişim, Değer Eğitimi
A Situational Approach to Adminstrative Leadership
Authors: مرار فيصل
Published: January 2024

A Situational Approach to Adminstrative Leadership
DEVELOPMENT OF A CRITERION FOR THE REALIZATION CONCEPT
Authors: Dimian FAWZI
Published: January 2024

DEVELOPMENT OF A CRITERION FOR THE REALIZATION CONCEPT
العلاقة بين أسعار النفط والإنفاق الحكومي في ليبيا: باستخدام منهجية VAR
Authors: المبروك أ. نصر حسين محمود , علي أ. محمد عبدالحفيظ محمد , الرفـادي أ. محمد إبراهيم صـالـح
Published: January 2024

يهدف هذا البحث إلى تحليل العلاقة بين الإنفاق الحكومي في ليبيا وأسعار النفط العالمية، وذلك من خلال تتبع البيانات عبر سلسلة زمنية تمتد من سنة 1980 حتى سنة 2020، باتباع أسلوب التحليل الوصفي عبر استعراض أهم مؤشرات المالية العامة في ليبيا وتطوراتها وجوانب الإنفاق الحكومي خلال فترة البحث، كذلك عبر اتباع التحليل القياسي باستخدام نموذج متجه الانحدار الذاتي VAR. وتوصلت نتائج البحث إلى وجود علاقة طردية موجبة بين صدمات أسعار النفط العالمية والإنفاق الحكومي في ليبيا، ووجود تأثير للإنفاق الحكومي للسنة السابقة على الإنفاق الحكومي للسنة اللاحقة، وجاءت النتائج متوافقة مع فرضيات البحث والنظرية الاقتصادية وذات معنوية إحصائية جيدة. وبناء على هذه النتائج، قدم البحث مجموعة من التوصيات حول ضرورة تنويع مصادر الإيرادات العامة لتمويل الموازنة في ليبيا، وتقليص الاعتماد على العوائد النفطية لما له من تأثيرات سلبية على الاستدامة المالية وتعطيل التنمية.