bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Motivasi Diri Dan Dukungan Keluarga Dalam Mengontrol Tekanan Darah Lansia Hipertensi
Authors: Wahyudi Chandra Tri , Aprilianawati Novia
Published: September 2023

Hipertensi ialah salah satu permasalahan kesehatan yang masih sebagai ancaman di indonesia. Mengendalikan tekanan darah menggambarkan upaya mengurangi angka peristiwa hipertensi. Guna menghindari komplikasi lebih lanjut dibutuhkan pengontrolan tekanan darah dengan dibutuhkannya motivasi diri lanjut usia serta dukungan keluarga yang kokoh dalam melaksanakannya. Tujuan riset ini yakni untuk mengenali hubungan motivasi diri serta dukungan keluarga dengan sikap pengontrolan tekanan darah lanjut usia hipertensi. Metode yang digunakan deskriptif analitik dengan jumlah sampel sebanyak 197 responden. Analisa informasi dalam riset ini menggunakan uji chi- square. Hasil riset didapatkan terdapat hubungan motivasi diri serta dukungan keluarga dengan sikap pengontrolan tekanan darah lanjut usia dengan hipertensi. Hasil ini meyakinkan kalau motivasi diri serta dukungan keluarga sangat berfungsi dalam mengendalikan tekanan darah untuk lanjut usia dengan hipertensi dibuktikan dengan nilai P- value( 0, 000)≤ 0, 05.
Metode Hypnosis Dalam Mengatasi Perubahan Psikologis Selama Masa Kehamilan : Studi Literatur
Authors: Afrilia Eka , Musa Siti Mardhatillah , Lestari Murni
Published: September 2023

Pendahuluan : Perubahan psikologis akan mempengaruhi klien dalam menghadapi kehamilan yang akan berpengaruh terhadap kesehatan mental ibu. Hal ini dapat berpengaruh dalam kehamilan yang berasal dari dalam diri ibu hamil dan dapat juga berasal dari faktor luar diri ibu hamil. Tujuan : Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh hipnoterapi terhadap perubahan psikologis selama kehamilan. Metode : Penelitian dilakukan pada Bulan Juni 2022 dengan menggunakan metode studi literatur review yang bersumber dari buku, internet, pustaka dan jurnal baik nasional maupun jurnal internasional dengan kata kunci “kehamilan, hypnoterapi dan psikologis. Hasil : Dari beberapa jurnal yang telah di telaah terbukti bahwa hypnoterapi sangat efektif untuk membantu mengatasi terjadinya berbagai gangguan psikologis pada ibu hamil. Teknik hypnoterapi dapat membantu ibu hamil untuk memperkuat keyakinannya, bahwa akan dapat melewati persalinan dengan lancar dan tenang sesuai harapan.
Tingkat Pengetahuan Ibu Hamil Tentang Hypnobirthing
Authors: Umamah Siti , Ayuni Ayuni , Tanuadike Tupur , Annisah Imella , Prihantiningsih Anggarani , Raidanti Dina
Published: September 2023

Hypnobirthing merupakan salah satu teknik otohipnosis (self hypnosis) dalam menghadapi dan menjalani kehamilan dan persiapan persalinan sehingga ibu hamil dapat menjalani kehamilan dan persalinan dengan cara yang alami, lancar, dan menyenangkan karena dapat meminimalisir rasa nyeri. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui gambaran pengetahuan ibu hamil tentang hypnobirthing. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif dengan pendekatan cross sectional. Sample dalam penelitian ini adalah 55 ibu hamil Teknik Pengambilan sample adalah Total Sampling. Hasil Penelitian menunjukan masih banyaknya ibu yang belum memiliki pengetahuan tentang hypnobirthing maka para bidan khususnya yang mempunyai praktik mandiri, dapat memberikan pengetahuan pada ibu tentang teknik hypnobirthing agar ibu hamil dapat menjalani kehamilan dan persalinan dengan menyenangkan. Kata Kunci : Pengetahuan, Ibu Hamil, Hypnobirthing
Slow Deep Breathing Berpengaruh Pada Penurunan Tekanan Darah Lansia Dengan Hipertensi (Literature Review)
Authors: Hastuti Hera
Published: September 2023

Hipertensi merupakan kelompok penyakit tidak menular yang banyak diderita oleh masyarakat dunia khususnya di Indonesia. Hipertensi juga disebut sebagai penyebab utama terjadinya penyakit kardiovaskuler yang menyebabkan tingginya angka kematian. Upaya penanganan hipertensi dengan cara non farmakologi salah satunya dengan teknik  slow deep breathing untuk  menurunkan tekanan darah systole dan diastole dengan memodifikasi naik turunnya saraf simpatis dan parasimpatis.  Tujuan literature review ini dibuat untuk mengetahui pengaruh teknik slow deep breathing terhadap penurunan tekanan darah lansia dengan hipertensi. Metode literature review menggunakan tiga database (Pubmed, Google scholar dan Science direct) dan dianalisa menggunakan strategi PICOT.  Jurnal yang digunakan dengan desain penelitian Quasy Experiment dan pre-Experiment yang dipublikasikan antara tahun 2018-2022. Berdasarkan 7 jurnal yang telah di review bahwa slow deep breathing berpengaruh terhadap penurunan tekanan darah lansia dengan hipertensi dengan rata-rata penurunan tekanan darah systole 15,57 dan tekanan darah diastole adalah 7.96 mmHg. Diharapkan perawat mampu memberikan peranan penting dalam menggunakan terapi non farmakologis slow deep breathing untuk menurunkan tekanan darah lansia dengan hipertensi.
Fenomena Kesehatan Perempuan Nelayan Di Kuwu Pabean Udik Kecamatan Indramayu Jawa Barat
Authors: Siregar Tatiana
Published: September 2023

Wilayah Pabean Udik Kecamatan Indramayu merupakan wilayah kumuh dan miskin. Rata-rata pekerjaan laki-lakinya sebagai nelayan dengan jangka waktu yang lama, sehingga akan meninggalkan keluarganya.. Perempuan nelayan sebagai istri nelayan banyak  hidup sendiri dalam mengurus keluarganya, dengan kehidupan keterbatasan ekonomi. Lingkungan yang kumuh mengakibatkan kesehatan lingkungan terganggu juga kesehatan warga, walau belum ada data spesifik laporan kesehatan warga di daerah Pabean Udik, maka itu peneliti perlu melakukan riset untuk menelaah fenomena kesehatan warga pesisir pantai Pabean Udik, Peran perempuan dalam menerapkan Pola Hidup Bersih dan sehat sangat besar karena perempuanlah yang lebih banyak di rumah. Tujuan penelitian ingin mengetahui gambaran kesehatan Warga perempuan nelayan di Kuwu Pabean Udik Indramayu. Penelitian ini akan dilakukan secara kualitatif, besaran partisipan 10 partisipan sampai ditemukan data yang jenuh.Data  di olah secara Colaizzi. Ditemukan tiga tema utama yaitu: perempuan mandiri, perempuan tangguh, dan Mutu Pelayanan. Harapan Pemda dan Puskesmas lebih meningkatkan pelayanan kepada warga dengan menambah SDM tenaga Kesehatan agar pelayanan kepada warga terpenuhi semua.
OPTIMALISASI PERAN IBU DALAM MENDUKUNG BUAH HATI DALAM MEMPEROLEH PENGALAMAN YANG MENYENANGKAN SELAMA PROSES TUMBUH KEMBANG DI POSYANDU RW 01
Authors: Fadillah Ai
Published: September 2023

ABSTRACTEarly Childhood (AUD) is a unique individual. Children have extraordinary abilities and talents which, when given the right stimulation, will make the child an extraordinary person as well. Early childhood is an individual figure who is undergoing a process of rapid growth and development which is fundamental for the next life. The process of growth and development at this time is at its peak. Children aged 0-6 years or commonly called the golden age, this period is a sensitive period for children to receive various efforts to develop their full potential. Good attention and support from parents and a conducive environment will optimize the growth and development of children. Development is a process of change that takes place in every stage of the child's age. Early childhood development is the progress experienced by children as a whole starting from physical, social and emotional abilities. The important role of parents in providing a pleasant experience for children with a strong bond between mother and child so that children are more confident, not afraid of new things, on the contrary this can foster children's trust in the world and both parents.
Effect of pigments of Pseudomonas aeruginosa on adhering and cytotoxicity of A549 cell line
Authors: Karim Sally Abdul Aziz , Zwain Luma Abdulhady , Mahmoud Estabraq A.
Published: September 2023

Pseudomonas aeruginosa  gram-negative, bacilli and facultative aerobic, P. aeruginosa cause cystic fibrosis patients, wounds, burns, and immunodeficienct patients,  that have many virulence factors such as pyocyanin , cytotoxic ,biofilm formation  and motility, Eighty-eight isolates belonging to P. aeruginosa were collected including the 66 clinical isolates obtained from different hospitals in Baghdad and were from different sources and 22 environmental isolates from previous studies of soil near oil fields. Microscopical and cultural characteristics were studied and diagnosed using biochemical tests, VITEC device, their ability to adhere to non-living (Polystyrene), living cell line (A549) and cytotoxicity of bacterial filtrate by MTT method. The results displayed that all isolates belonged to P. aeruginosa. The pigment-forming (pe26 – pc36) isolates and (PE33 – PC31) non-pigment-forming isolates were selected. That all selected bacteria were able to adhere to the Polystyrene  and an epithelial carcinoma of lung (A549) was of more than 300 colony formation units in dilution (1:10) ,(1:1000), and   (1:10000). The toxicity of the P. aeruginosa filtrate (pc36) isolated from clinical sources and producing pigments was 15.7, 34.5, 44 % at a concentration of 40, 60, 80 % respectively, while the isolate (pc31) that was isolated from clinical sources and non-producing pigment was 28.1, 75.2, 80.9 % at the same concentrations. As for the isolate (pe26),isolated from environmental sources and forming the pigment, the inhibition rate was 38.5, 83.1, 48.8 % at concentrations of 40, 60, 80) % respectively, and the isolate (PE33) that was isolated from environmental sources was 42, 73.4, 74.1 % at concentrations of  40, 60, 80 % respectively. The study will be helpful in evaluating the effect of pigment formation in P. aeruginosa on adhesion.
Detection of some virulence genes (esp, agg, gelE, CylA) in Enterococcus faecalis isolated from different clinical cases at Baghdad
Authors: Karim Farah Mohammed , Abdullah Rana Mujahid
Published: September 2023

The virulent genes are the key players in the ability of the bacterium to cause disease. The products of such genes that facilitate the successful colonization and survival of the bacterium in or cause damage to the host are pathogenicity determinants. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of virulence factors (esp, agg, gelE, CylA) in E. faecalis isolated from diverse human clinical collected in Iraqi patient , as well as to assess their ability to form biofilm and to determine their haemolytic and gelatinase activities. Thirty-two isolates of bacteria Enterococcus faecalis were obtained, including 15 isolates (46.87%) of the urine, 6 isolates (18.75%) for each of the stool and uterine secretions, and 5 isolates (15.62%) of the wounds from various hospitals in Baghdad, including (Central Children's Hospital, Educational Laboratories, Ibn Al-Baladi Hospital).The isolates were confirmed to belong to the genus E.faecalis after performing morphological and biochemical microscopic examinations and for final diagnosis using the VITEC 2 system. The virulence genes viz. cylA, esp, gelE and agg were recognized in the E. faecalis, and the consequences appeared that the bacteria had eps gene in 32 isolates (100%). As for the agg gene, 32 isolates (100%) were carriers of this gene, which was responsible for these isolates' aptitude to form the biofilm. While for the gelE gene, 27 isolates (84.37%) of the isolates carried this gene, responsible for gelatinase activity whereas, the gene responsible for hemolysis cyl, there were 29 isolates (90.62%) of the total isolates.   The presemce of genes in the isolates would be helpful to determine the colonization and survival of the bacterium in or causing damage to the host.
Adoption of smokeless Chulha (Stove) in rural of Meghalaya and its feasibility: A case study
Authors: Prasad Bhola , Baranwal Abhilash , Naaz Haleema , Singh Sukhdev , Gola Deepak
Published: September 2023

The smokeless chulha is a kind of stove that can directly impact the health of women in rural areas who are burning firewood as cooking fuel. The present study aimed to evaluate the impact of the smokeless chulha and to compare the social and economic benefits associated with it.  The smokeless Chulhas (stoves) were distributed among the villagers in Tuber Kmai village of Meghalaya, India and  its impact was compared with the traditional chulha used by the villagers. The efficacy of the smokeless chulhas was measured and compared with traditional chulhas in term of cooking time, fire wood consumption, gases, volatile compounds and particulate matter emitted. To measure the amount of gases, volatile compounds and particulate matter released, multifunctional air gas and particulate matter Detector (Labart, India) was used. Compared to traditional chulha, smokeless chulha showed 68.7 % reduction in firewood consumption and 45% reduction in cooking time. In addition, smokeless chulha showed 68.9% and 98% reduction in carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide compared to traditional chulha. Further, a significant reduction (p < 0.05) was observed for particulate matter (75%-87%), formaldehyde (75%) and total volatile organic compounds (88.5%). The results indicate that smokeless chulha could save a huge number of natural resources by reducing the cutting of forest. Moreover, smokeless chulha has a positive economic impact on family income.
Efficacy of nanomaterials for sustainable crop productivity of Capsicum (Capsicum annuum L.) var. Rani under naturally ventilated polyhouse
Authors: Mahajan Shraddha , Singh Shailesh , Dwivedi Himanshi
Published: September 2023

Nanomaterials, as a source of plant nutrients, play a significant role in cellular metabolism and nutrients uptake by plants, so they have the potential to improve the growth and productivity of Capsicum. A replicated field trial was carried out in 3 x 3 factors Randomized Block Design (RBD) with two factors viz., micronutrients (Cu, B and Mn) and nanomaterials (nano-Fe, nano-Zn and nano-Mg) applied at the rate of 1000 ppm to explore efficacy of nanomaterials and micronutrient for enhancing productivity of Capsicum (Capsicum annuum L.) var. Rani. The layout of experimental area was designed to accommodate 9 treatments (3 x 3) and a control (without treating with micronutrients and nanomaterials). Inside the naturally ventilated polyhouse, the raised beds (height-30 cm, length-50 m, width-90 cm and bed spacing-60 cm) were prepared for the transplanting capsicum seedlings. Application of nano-Zn and/or nano-Fe @ 1000 ppm in combination with borax and/or CuSO4 @ 1000 ppm was significant (p<0.05) for improving various plant growth and productivity parameters of Capsicum. The combined application of nano-Zn with borax or CuSO4 and nano-Fe with borax or CuSO4 (@ 1000 ppm each) was the effective approach for improvement in plant height, number of leaves, number of flowers, number of fruits, yield plant-1 and estimated yield hectare-1. The experimental findings of the present study confirm the necessities of nanomaterials as a nutrient source for enhancing capsicum's productivity to achieve food and nutritional security and promote sustainable agriculture, inclusive and sustainable economic growth of the farming community.
Influence of distinctive Osmoprotectnats foliar spray in alleviating the harmful effects of water stress at sensitive growth stages of Maize (Zea mays L.)
Authors: Sivakumar Bobbe , Yassin M. Mohamed , Marimuthu S. , Kalarani M.K. , Thiyageshwari S.
Published: September 2023

Water availability is becoming a significant concern for crop production worldwide. In light of this, a study was conducted in maize crop to explore the effectiveness of various osmoprotectants including sodium nitroprusside nanoparticles (SNP NP) at a concentration of 90 ppm, melatonin (MEL), at 25 ppm and salicylic acid (SA) at 100 ppm in mitigating the adverse effects of drought, by evaluating their impact on morpho-physiological, biochemical and yield attributes of maize (Zea mays L.). Drought stress was induced by withholding irrigation during both the vegetative and reproductive stages of maize and then drought-stressed plants were foliar sprayed with different osmoprotectants. Results revealed that among the osmoprotectants tested, foliar application of salicylic acid at 100 ppm exhibited the most substantial improvement in morpho-physiological parameters (plant height, stem diameter, leaf number, root length, leaf area index, relative water content, leaf chlorophyll and carotenoid content) as well as biochemical parameteters like proline and soluble protein content increased, and enhanced membrane stability under drought conditions. The use of SA proved outstanding as it led to a remarkable 75% higher biological yield than plants subjected to drought stress. On the other hand, the SA foliar spray was successful, resulting in a 78.8% in grain yield. However, the extent of improvement varied depending on the growth stage at which the osmoprotectants were applied. While the foliar application of osmoprotectants showed promising results during the vegetative phase than the reproductive phase of maize. Nonetheless, the osmoprotectants' foliar spray exhibited a yield advantage by preserving photosynthetic pigments and the maize plants' ability to produce seeds under drought stress.
Growth analysis and parametric budgeting of different exogenous phytohormones on direct sown finger millet (Eleusine coracana L.) under irrigated conditions
Authors: Srinithi P. , Mohanapriya R. , Vinoba A. Gnana , Aravinth K. Vijay
Published: September 2023

Finger millet (Eleusine coracana L.) is an important cereal crop known for its nutritional value and adaptability to diverse environmental conditions. In recent years, there has been growing interest in exploring the potential of plant growth regulators (PGR) to enhance crop productivity and quality. The present investigation aimed to evaluate the effect of plant growth regulators on direct sown finger millet variety Co (Ra) 14 in 2022-23. The experiment was laid out in randomized complete block design consisting of ten treatments viz., T1 (100% RDF - Control), T2 (100% RDF + Foliar spraying of Brassinosteroid @ 0.5 ppm), T3 (100% RDF + Foliar spraying of Gibberellic acid @10 ppm), T4 (100% RDF + Foliar spraying of Salicylic acid @100 ppm), T5 (50% RDF + Foliar spraying of Brassinosteroid @ 0.5 ppm), T6 (50% RDF + Foliar spraying of Gibberellic acid @10 ppm), T7 (50% RDF + Foliar spraying of Salicylic acid @100 ppm), T8 (Foliar spraying of Brassinosteroid @ 0.5 ppm), T9 (Foliar spraying of Gibberellic acid @10 ppm), T10 (Foliar spraying of Salicylic acid @100 ppm). The experiment result showed that the application of 100% RDF + Foliar spraying of Brassinosteroid @ 0.5 ppm (T2) significantly enhanced growth and physiological parameters like plant height (134.1 cm), SPAD value (28.61), soluble protein (11.25%), relative water content (50.2%) and lower proline content (0.15 µ moles g-1). The same treatment combination recorded higher grain yield (4791 Kg ha-1), straw yield (5950 Kg ha-1), per day productivity (44.6 Kg ha-1) and partial productivity (82.9 Kg ha-1) and BEP (126.88%)of finger millet.
KEY RISK FACTORS OF PROFESSIONAL BURNOUT SYNDROME FORMATION IN ANESTHESIOLOGY AND RESUSCITATION PROFILE MEDICAL WORKERS
Authors:   FSFEI HE «North-Western State Medical University named after I.I. Mechnikov», Grebenkov S.V. , Abritalin E.Y. ,   FSBI «Institute of V.A. Almazov National Medical Research Centre», Voitovich N.V.
Published: September 2023

The study identified and studied the key risk factors for the formation of professional burnout among medical workers of the anesthesiology and resuscitation profile. The main important consequences for the specialists themselves, patients and medical institutions as a whole are highlighted. A number of strategies have been identified that can help in correcting this condition and preventing its negative consequences.
STUDY OF AGE EFFECT TO HEMODYNAMICS AND HEART RATE VARIABILITY OF FEMALE TRAM DRIVERS
Authors:   FSBSI «Izmerov Research Institute of Occupation Health», Zakharova M.A. , Merkulova A.G. ,   FSAEI HE I.M. Sechenov First Moscow Medical University of the Ministry of Health of Russian Federation (Sechenov University), Kalinina S.A.
Published: September 2023

Continuous labor intensification places high demands on the health of the working population. Alongside with this the existing system of criteria and methods of estimation of functional state and activity reliability of workers of different age groups needs correction and further perfection. Research objective. Evaluation of the age effect on hemodynamics and heart rate variability indices of female tram drivers. Research methods. The working conditions of female streetcar drivers were analyzed according to the Guideline R 2.2.2006‑05 and the special assessment of working conditions data. The comparison of the values of hemodynamic and heart rate variability indices of 330 women of three age groups: young (18‑45 years old), middle (46‑60 years old) and old age (over 61 years old) were compared, as well as their comparison with physiological norms of body strain. Results. At the workplaces of women tram drivers the class of working conditions is 3.2. The values of circulatory system indicators and a sharp decrease in intrasystem coherence of functions in elderly persons characterize an unfavorable functional state of working strain of the 2nd degree, which indicates unsatisfactory autonomic regulation of cardiovascular system functions. Minute blood volume consistently decreases and peripheral vascular resistance increases in middle-aged and elderly people compared to young people. Conclusions. The obtained results can form the basis for the creation of age-related digital profiles of women tram drivers which will allow improving the preventive measures for various pre-donosological conditions of the employees in order to prolong their professional longevity.
METHODOLOGY FOR THE FORMATION OF RISK GROUPS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF OCCUPATIONAL DISEASES BASED ON THE RESULTS OF PERIODIC MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS
Authors:   FSBSI «Izmerov Research Institute of Occupational Health», Zibarev E.V. , Vostrikova S.M. , Nikonova S.M.
Published: September 2023

Any production activity is a source of danger and creates certain risks for the health of workers. Establishing the levels of professional risks and their subsequent minimization is the responsibility of the employer, which is enshrined in law. The paper proposes a methodology for the formation of risk groups for the development of an occupational disease, which determine the individual occupational risk. The methodology is based on the results of periodic medical examinations (PMЕ) and special assessment of working conditions, which are reflected in the criteria that form the risk group. The risk group for the development of an occupational disease in an employee, established by this method, can be used to take into account the results of PMO when determining the amount of the discount (surcharge) to the insurance rate for compulsory social insurance against industrial accidents and occupational diseases.
THE LEVEL OF CARDIAC-SPECIFIC AUTOANTIBODIES IN WORKERS EXPOSED TO INDUSTRIAL AEROSOLS
Authors:   FBSI «Nizhny Novgorod research institute for hygiene and occupational pathology» of Rospotrebnadzor, Ivanova Yu.V.
Published: September 2023

The study aims to identify the features of changes in the levels of specific autoantibodies to the structures of the cardiovascular system in workers exposed to industrial aerosols of mainly fibrogenic action. Materials and methods. A survey was carried out of 64 men working under the influence of industrial aerosols, predominantly of fibrogenic action, and 17 men who do not have contact with the dust factor in their occupational route. In the serum of the persons surveyed, IgG autoantibodies to CoM‑02, CoS‑05, cardiomyosin L, c-ANCA, TrM‑03, e-NOS, RARR-A, plasminogen, ds-DNA, b2-GPI. Results. In the group of persons exposed to industrial aerosols, high levels of aAT to CoM, c-ANCA, b2-GPI were detected in 24‑33% of cases (p<0,05), low to plasminogen and TrM‑03 in 33% of cases (p<0,05). With an increase in the length of service with industrial aerosols, a decrease in autoantibodies levels below physiological values for most of the studied antigens was found. Regardless of the duration of professional experience with industrial aerosols, 33% of individuals had high levels of autoantibodies to ds-DNA and c-ANCA (p=0,015). Conclusions. The observed changes in autoimmune reactions, most likely, can be considered as one of the mechanisms of adaptation of the body in response to the impact of the dust factor. The presence of persistent deviations in changes in the levels of cardiospecific autoantibodies may indicate the formation of a risk group for the development of atherosclerosis and determines the further need for dynamic monitoring of this group for the purpose of early detection of cardiovascular pathology.
ACTUAL ISSUES OF COMPLEX-FORMING INACTIVATORS USE IN SKIN PROTECTION PRODUCTS FOR OCCUPATIONAL ALLERGIC DERMATOSES PREVENTION
Authors:   FSBSI «Izmerov Research Institute of Occupational Health», Izmerova N.I. , Chistova I.Ya.
Published: September 2023

An important place in the system of individual prevention belongs to the method based on the inactivation of irritating chemicals and allergens. Of the complexing agents in the composition of skin protection products, Trilon A and Trilon B have received the greatest use for the prevention of allergic dermatosis. The mechanism of action of complexing agents in the composition of synthetic detergents is to bind and neutralize ions of alkaline earth and heavy metals. An important practical value for the inactivation and removal of nickel is the disodium salt of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid — Trilon B. Detergents are the most commonly used and affordable skin protection products for workers. Their use leads to the stabilization of the regenerative and protective properties of the skin, and therefore they are of great importance in the prevention of the development of occupational dermatoses. The correct choice of dermatological PPE, taking into account the complex of production factors present at certain workplaces, will prevent the development of pathological skin changes in workers exposed to harmful production factors. This will also reduce the risk of developing occupational skin diseases in workers.
PSYCHOHYGIENE OF LABOR IN OCCUPATIONAL AND WORK-RELATED MENTAL ILLNESSES
Authors:   FSBSI «Izmerov Research Institute of Occupational Health», Kostenko N.A. , Zhovnerchuk E.V. ,   Academy of Postgraduate Education FSBI «Federal Scientific and Clinical Center for Specialized Types of Medical Care and Medical Technologies» of the Federal Medical and Biological Agency, Zhovnerchuk I.Y. ,   FSI «Main center of military medical expertise» of the Ministry of defense of the Russian Federation
Published: September 2023

Depression and anxiety in general medical practice lead to maladaptive conditions that reduce performance and contribute to the manifestation of psychosomatic disorders. Timely prevention and diagnosis of these disorders becomes an important condition for the success of medical care and the return of the patient to work. The purpose of the work is to study the nature of the distribution and the severity of secondary anxiety and depression, and the state of the problem of mental health and mental hygiene from the standpoint of occupational medicine. Research methods. Patients (n=260) undergoing hospitalization in the clinic of occupational diseases were examined. The survey was conducted with the HADS and Beck tests (n=241, mean age 55.7±11.3 years) and included men (n=120, mean age 55.3±12.9 years), women (n=121, mean age 60.4±10.5 years). Results. In the risk group n=94 with severe anxiety (10.9±2.84) and depression (10.2±1.9), 67% were women. The distribution of indicators of anxiety and depression showed the predominance of values on the anxiety scale for occupational (10.5±2.4) and work-related (11.8±3.2) diseases in the group of women. Conclusion. Based on the results obtained, the question arises of the need for an in-depth study of these conditions in the clinic and the improvement of psychohygienic measures in the workplace.
УРОВНИ ШУМА НА РАБОЧИХ МЕСТАХ РАБОТНИКОВ ПРОМЫШЛЕННЫХ ПРЕДПРИЯТИЙ
Authors:   FBSI «Yekaterinburg Medical Research Center for Prophylaxis and Health Protection in Industrial Workers» of Rospotrebnadzor, Martin S.V. , Fedoruk A.A. , Ivaschenko M.A.
Published: September 2023

The development of programs for the prevention of adverse effects of noise at industrial enterprises requires objective data that will be used as a basis for assessing health risks, addressing issues related to diseases with the profession and developing preventive measures. The aim of the work was to assess the levels of noise exposure at industrial enterprises of the Ural region. The article presents comparative data on noise levels in the workplace, which are available to the company and obtained using a combination of modern measuring instruments (personal devices) and methodological support. The absence of coincidence of the control results in half of the cases is shown, with a difference in the results from 5,3 to 19,7 dB, which leads to underestimation or excessive vigilance of the enterprise in terms of the existing health risk. An individual approach to measuring industrial noise will allow you to more accurately talk about the levels of the factor and, consequently, about the evidence of the connection of the disease with the profession, as well as plan targeted preventive measures, starting with the selection of personnel protective equipment for hearing organs.
APPLICATION OF LOGISTIC REGRESSION ANALYSIS TO ASSESS THE RISK FACTORS CONTRIBUTION TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF DISEASES OF THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM IN WORKERS OF A METALLURGICAL ENTERPRISE
Authors:   Institute of Industrial Ecology of Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Maslakova T.A. , Bazarova E.L. ,   Private Healthcare Unit «Tirus»,   FSFEIHE «Ural State MedicalUniversity of the Russian Ministry of Health», Konstantinova E.D.
Published: September 2023

Abstract. Prevention of diseases of the endocrine system (ES) is relevant and socially significant. Purpose. To identify a complex of factors that most strongly affect the presence of pathology of the endocrine system. Materials and methods. Data on risk factors for health disorders in 340 smelters and 330 blacksmiths of an industrial enterprise for the production of titanium alloys were analyzed. The odds ratios (OR) for biological and production factors were calculated using the logistic regression (LR) method. Models for predicting the pathology of ES depending on working conditions and lifestyle were built. Results. The factors on the basis of which it is possible to predict the incidence of ES for the professions of smelters and blacksmiths on hammers and presses are determined. The best model for smelters included a joint assessment of body mass index (BMI) and aerosols of metals in the composition of the alloys. Two models were built for blacksmiths: 1) BMI and carbon oxide; 2) BMI and nickel and its compounds. The percentage of values correctly predicted by the models exceeded 80%. Conclusions. The constructed risk assessment models for the formation of ES pathology will make it possible to prioritize preventive work at the enterprise. At the same time, the models take into account both harmful production factors (HPF) and biological ones.
Exploring the Fundamental Physics of Thin Films
Authors: Egon Kaledio
Published: September 2023

Today, I embark on a journey of discovery into the intricate realm of the fundamental physics of thin films—a field where the very nature of matter and its interactions are redefined by the delicate dance of atoms on surfaces. As I dive into this captivating subject, I am filled with anticipation for the insights and revelations that lie ahead.
GGCT is differentially expressed in central nervous system metastasis in human breast cancer.
Authors: Mamoor Shahan
Published: September 2023

Metastasis to the brain occurs in a significant fraction of patients with breast cancer (1-3). We mined published RNA-sequencing and microarray data (4, 5) to compare primary and metastatic tumor transcriptomes for the discovery of genes associated with brain metastasis in humans with metastatic breast cancer. We found that gamma-glutamylcyclotransferase, encoded by GGCT, was among the genes whose expression was most different in the brain metastases of patients with metastatic breast cancer as compared to primary tumors of the breast. GGCT mRNA was present at increased quantities in brain metastatic tissues as compared to primary tumors of the breast. Expression of GGCT in primary tumors was correlated with patient overall, distant metastasis-free and recurrence-free survival. Modulation of GGCT expression may be relevant to the biology by which tumor cells metastasize from the breast to the brain in humans with metastatic breast cancer.
MOCS3 is differentially expressed in central nervous system metastasis in human breast cancer.
Authors: Mamoor Shahan
Published: September 2023

Metastasis to the brain occurs in a significant fraction of patients with breast cancer (1-3). We mined published RNA-sequencing and microarray data (4, 5) to compare primary and metastatic tumor transcriptomes for the discovery of genes associated with brain metastasis in humans with metastatic breast cancer. We found that molybdenum cofactor synthesis 3, encoded by MOCS3, was among the genes whose expression was most different in the brain metastases of patients with metastatic breast cancer as compared to primary tumors of the breast. MOCS3 mRNA was present at increased quantities in brain metastatic tissues as compared to primary tumors of the breast. Expression of MOCS3 in primary tumors was correlated with patient recurrence-free survival. Modulation of MOCS3 expression may be relevant to the biology by which tumor cells metastasize from the breast to the brain in humans with metastatic breast cancer.
Hudson / "Star Force" (Supplement III:35)
Authors: Akmut Camille
Published: September 2023

GCCX cont. (Supp. to the history of computer science and technology)
CSTF2 is differentially expressed in central nervous system metastasis in human breast cancer.
Authors: Mamoor Shahan
Published: September 2023

Metastasis to the brain occurs in a significant fraction of patients with breast cancer (1-3). We mined published RNA-sequencing and microarray data (4, 5) to compare primary and metastatic tumor transcriptomes for the discovery of genes associated with brain metastasis in humans with metastatic breast cancer. We found that cleavage stimulation factor subunit 2, encoded by CSTF2, was among the genes whose expression was most different in the brain metastases of patients with metastatic breast cancer as compared to primary tumors of the breast. CSTF2 mRNA was present at increased quantities in brain metastatic tissues as compared to primary tumors of the breast. Expression of CSTF2 in primary tumors was correlated with patient distant metastasis-free survival. Modulation of CSTF2 expression may be relevant to the biology by which tumor cells metastasize from the breast to the brain in humans with metastatic breast cancer.
Investigating the Core Elements of Campus Culture in Chinese Vocational Education
Authors: Liu Fengcun , Li Shumei
Published: September 2023

A comprehensive understanding of the connotation and basic characteristics of campus culture in vocational colleges is a prerequisite for ensuring their sustainable development. Campus culture in vocational colleges is a concentrated reflection of their educational philosophy, ideal beliefs, and value pursuits. It possesses basic characteristics such as practicality, vocational orientation, ethics, contemporaneity, integration, and regionality.
Perception of visual and audiovisual trajectories towards and away from the body in the first year of life.
Authors: Orioli Giulia , Dragovic Danica , Farroni Teresa
Published: September 2023

Perceiving motion in depth is important in everyday life, especially motion in relation to the body. Visual and auditory cues inform us about motion in space when presented in isolation from each other, but the most comprehensive information is obtained through the combination of both such cues. We traced the development of infants’ ability to discriminate between visual motion trajectories across peripersonal space and to match these with auditory cues specifying the same peripersonal motion. We measured 5-month-old (n=20) and 9-month-old (n=20) infants’ visual preferences for visual motion towards or away from their body (presented simultaneously and side-by-side) across three conditions: i) visual displays presented alone, ii) paired with a sound increasing in intensity, iii) paired with a sound decreasing in intensity. Both groups preferred approaching motion in the visual only condition. When the visual displays were paired with a sound increasing in intensity neither group showed a visual preference. When a sound decreasing in intensity was played, instead, the 5-month-olds preferred the receding (spatiotemporally congruent) visual stimulus, while the 9-month-olds preferred the approaching (spatiotemporally incongruent) visual stimulus. We speculate that in the approaching sound condition the behavioural salience of the sound could have led infants to focus on the auditory information alone, to prepare a motor response, and to neglect the visual stimuli. In the receding sound condition, instead, the difference in response patterns in the two groups may have been driven by infants’ emerging motor abilities and their developing predictive processing mechanisms supporting and influencing each other.
Machine learning models for temporally precise lapse prediction in alcohol use disorder
Authors: Wyant Kendra , Sant'Ana Sarah June Kittleson , Fronk Gaylen , Curtin John Joseph
Published: September 2023

We developed three separate models that provide hour-by-hour probabilities of a future lapse back to alcohol use with increasing temporal precision (i.e., lapses in the next week, next day, and next hour). Model features were based on raw scores and longitudinal change in theoretically implicated risk factors collected through ecological momentary assessment (EMA). Participants (N=151; 51% male; mean age = 41; 87% White, 97% Non-Hispanic) in early recovery (1–8 weeks of abstinence) from alcohol use disorder provided 4x daily EMA for up to three months. We used grouped, nested cross-validation, with 1 repeat of 10-fold cross-validation for the inner loop and 3 repeats of 10-fold cross-validation for the outer loop to train models, select best models, and evaluate those best models on auROC. Models yielded median areas under the receiver operating curves (auROCs) of .90, .91, and .94 in the 30 held-out test sets for week, day, and hour level models, respectively. Some feature categories consistently emerged as being globally important to lapse prediction across our week, day, and hour level models (i.e., past use, future efficacy). However, most of the more punctuate, time varying constructs (e.g., craving, past stressful events, arousal) appear to have greater impact within the next hour prediction model. This research represents an important step toward the development of a smart (machine learning guided) sensing system that can both identify periods of peak lapse risk and recommend specific supports to address factors contributing to this risk.
Electronic gambling machines and dopamine.
Authors: Peters Jan
Published: September 2023

Multi-line electronic gambling machines (EGMs) are amongst the gambling products showing the strongest associations with problem gambling symptoms. EGMs are characterized by intermittent reinforcement, salient audio-visual effects and high event frequencies. This paper examines the design features of EGMs through the lens of neurocomputational theories of dopamine, a neurotransmitter that playing a central role in substance-use-disorders, which in turn share clinical and behavioral features with disordered gambling. Dopamine is involved in various aspects of learning, motivation and cognition, ranging from reinforcement learning via prediction errors to the signaling of multiple aspects of stimulus saliency and uncertainty. A careful consideration of the design of modern multi-line EGMs reveals the ways in which these products may elicit a host of dopaminergic effects within their nested anticipation-outcome structure. Potential links between neural, cognitive/affective and clinical/behavioral levels of analysis with respect to EGM gambling are outlined, and implications for the clinical features of gambling disorder as well as policy and regulation are discussed.
Book Review & Summary -- Erik W. Aslaksen, "The Evolution of Society: an information-processing perspective. (2023)"
Authors: Traill Robert
Published: September 2023

This review goes beyond its brief. It also notes and develops an interesting parallel: — between •Piaget’s theories about individuals (based on a psychology of “schème-elements” and “stages”), and •this book’s macro “COLLECTIVE-INTELLIGENCE” within the psycho-sociology of a nation (based on shared verbal concepts and “information-classes”). The book doesn’t mention Piaget, yet the formal analogy between the two systems is intriguing — indeed, on reflection, one can see that they both exemplify the same basic knowledge-harvesting strategy under¬lying Kant, Darwin, and the current enthusiasm for “Predictive Processing” (“PP”)! Moreover Aslaksen then goes on to identify the same formal pattern •between nations on the world stage. ... A key feature of this book is its interdisciplinary approach. Aslaksen’s background as an engineer is applied here to the flows of opinions and ideas seen in sociology, and whatever hinders such transmissions or retentions. Like Keynes in economics, he identifies the interlocking variables which seem to govern the dynamics to see where that algebra leads theoretically under different circumstances — yielding various plausible results and hence the guidance they offer for future policy. E.g. one important variable is “stress,” taken as a measure of conflict among the ideas (which Piagetians see as lack of “equilibration”).... Such odd mixing of disciplines is commendable if we are to make progress. Inconveniently though, that will usually increase the stress (just mentioned) in readers, and that maybe explains the tough times experienced by “interdisciplinarity” as reported in Wikipedia. Hopefully this Review/Summary can help smooth such boundaries in this case.
Relationship between Demographic Characteristics and Patients' Satisfaction with TU Teaching Hospital's Services
Authors: Thapa Smarika , Ghimire Maya Nath , Bhattarai Parshu Ram
Published: September 2023

The aim of this study was to explore the relationship between demographic characteristics and patients’ trust in doctors. To reach the goal of the study research, a cross-sectional time horizon and descriptive study method were used. Results revealed a significant relationship between age and patient satisfaction regarding trust at TU Teaching Hospital in Kathmandu, Nepal. This indicates that patients of various age groups expressed different levels of trust in the hospital. Additionally, the analysis also indicated a significant relationship between gender and patient satisfaction regarding trust at the same hospital. However, there was no significant relationship found between the number of visit times and patient satisfaction regarding trust. These findings imply that age and gender play a role in shaping patients' trust levels, while the frequency of visits does not significantly impact patient satisfaction with trust at TU Teaching Hospital. As a renowned hospital, TU Teaching Hospital in Kathmandu, Nepal enjoys higher levels of trust from patients who visit from different districts across Nepal.
Collectivism from Employees' Perspective in the Nepalese Banking Industry
Authors: Magar Manisha Thapa , Bista Sita , Hamal Krishna , Nyaupane Netra Prasad
Published: September 2023

It is vital to recognize the challenges and possibilities that Nepalese commercial bank workers practice collectivist concepts in their workplaces. It is necessary to investigate methods to employ collectivist ideas to practice understandably. That is why it is significant to assess the practice of collectivism in Nepalese commercial banks. Findings emphasize the participants' tendency for placing importance on the success of the collective, prioritizing the group's interests over individual objectives, and regarding acceptance within the group as a significant factor. Additionally, it signifies a moderate degree of consensus regarding the significance of prioritizing the welfare of the group over individual rewards, as perceived by both employees and managers. No significant correlation was found between demographic factors and the mean (Collectivism) ratings provided by the participants. Overall, these results showed the participants' propensity to value collective achievement, sacrifice personal objectives for the good of the group, and place value on group approval. It also showed a moderate level of agreement between managers and employees on the significance of putting group welfare ahead of individual rewards.
ESL Teachers’ Beliefs about Teaching Grammar
Authors: Tiwari Hari Prasad
Published: September 2023

Teaching grammar is a crucial facet in the context of language teaching. Throughout history, various approaches including instructing based on rules, using examples, and employing texts have been utilized to teach grammar at various level. This qualitative study attempts to explore secondary level experienced ESL (English as a Second Language) teachers' beliefs concerning the teaching of grammar, employing an interpretive paradigm. In an effort to explore these beliefs, a sample of eight experienced ESL teachers participated in the investigation. I employed purposive sampling to select the participants. A semi-structured interview was employed as the primary research tool to capture their perceptions, pedagogical preferences, and underlying assumptions regarding grammar instruction from the participants. The collected data underwent rigorous thematic analysis to unveil recurring patterns, emergent themes, and variations in beliefs across the participant cohort. The study uncovers a diverse array of beliefs held by ESL teachers, spanning from the role of explicit grammar instruction to the integration of communicative approaches. Through the thematic analysis, common threads and discrepancies emerge, revealing the intricate interplay of factors shaping ESL teachers' pedagogical orientations. The implications of this research extend to the realms of teacher training, curriculum design, and educational policy. This study contributes to the broader discourse on teacher beliefs, offering valuable insights that can guide the development of tailored teacher development programs and evidence-based teaching strategies, ultimately enhancing the quality of ESL grammar instruction.
Hospitality Business’ Attention to Food Safety and Hygiene
Authors: Ale Saubhagya , Aryal Sunita , Pudasaini Achyut
Published: September 2023

Food Safety and hygiene in hospitality establishments is to provide an overview of the importance of food safety and hygiene in the hospitality industry. This research used a quantitative survey to determine food safety and hygiene and HAACP in hospitality establishments in Kathmandu. The findings suggest a positive attitude towards food safety practices among the respondents, indicating a commitment to ensuring the health and well-being of both customers and food handlers in hospitality establishments. Improving food safety practices requires a collective effort from stakeholders, including owners, managers, and staff members, to create a culture of food safety.