bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
KEKUATAN HUKUM KWITANSI SEBAGAI BUKTI JUAL BELI BAWAH TANGAN ATAS SEBIDANG TANAH DALAM PUTUSAN NOMOR 135/PDT.G/2021/PN.PBR
Authors: Rifka Hidayani  , Mohammad Fajri Mekka Putra
Published: January 2023

This study aims to analyze the considerations of the District Court judge who granted the lawsuit regarding the validity and value of a receipt as evidence of an underhand sale and purchase of a piece of land and the legal consequences of granting a lawsuit regarding the legality and value of a receipt as evidence of an underhand sale and purchase of a piece of land in Decision Number: 135 /PDT.G/2021/PN.Pbr. The research approach used is normative juridical law research or library research, with descriptive research type. The data analysis method used is qualitative. The results of this study indicate that the consideration of the District Court judge who granted the lawsuit regarding the validity and value of the receipt as evidence of an underhand sale and purchase of a piece of land is that the plaintiff as the buyer has good intentions in the buying and selling process, the basis of the lawsuit is not contrary to the laws and regulations and does not against the law.
WANPRESTASI DAN AKIBATNYA DALAM PELAKSANAAN PERJANJIAN
Authors: Muhammad Riandi Nur Ridwan  , Yana Sukma Permana
Published: January 2023

Agreement by the parties as a basis for the legal relationship of the agreements that have been approved, which give rise to rights and obligations of the parties. With the expected agreement all of what has been agreed to function normally, but in practice in certain circumstances the exchange of achievement does not always work as it should so that it appears what is called a default. Default is: "A situation where a debtor (debt) does not fulfill or implement the achievements as stipulated in an agreement". A person is declared in default because: Absolutely not meet achievement; achievements which are not perfect; Late meet achievement; and do what is in the agreement are forbidden to do. Default cause problems, such as: When a debtor is declared in default, what the result of a default and how efforts for settlement of default may provide protection for the parties. In order to create what is the purpose of making the agreement, needed a solution that could provide protection for the parties, especially the injured party. In order to create what is the purpose of making the agreement, needed a solution that could provide protection for the parties, especially the injured party.
PERAN KEPALA DAERAH BERDASARKAN UU NO.32 TAHUN 2004 TERHADAP KEMAJUAN DI KOTA SEMARANG
Authors: Ansyahri Darma Tri Jati  , Dyah Listyorini
Published: January 2023

This research is entitled The Role of Regional Heads Based on Law No. 32 of 2004 on Progress in Semarang City with the problems (1) What is the role of regional heads on regional progress in Semarang City? (2) What are the impacts of progress and obstacles for regional heads in the city of Semarang? This study uses a qualitative approach that is descriptive analysis with normative juridical methods, namely by using research materials from secondary data collected through library studies, in addition to field research by the author through interviews with West Semarang District employees. The conclusion of this research is (1) The role of the Regional Head is very important to implement Law No. 32 of 2004, especially in the sector of regional autonomy and development for the progress of the city of Semarang itself (2) Let's always maintain and monitor so that the region is always full of activities to improve the efficiency of local government services that are oriented to the community itself and to realize people's welfare and increase human resources through creative and innovative activities. (3) Encouraging the emergence of independence driven by creativity and innovation by optimizing various potential sources, both human resources and natural resources, which will greatly support and enhance national development within the framework of the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia. (4) Improving the efficiency of government administration through a harmonious relationship between the regional government and the central government as well as the DPRD as well as the community to create a synchronous management system relationship.
GERAKAN SADAR HUKUM MENGENAI FAKE NEWS DAN AKIBAT HUKUMNYA
Authors: Kadarudin  , Marthen Napang  , Iin Karita Sakharina  , Girillano Reyhan Uno  , Aviel Paelongan Dase
Published: January 2023

Various fake news appears in the mainstream media and become a phenomenon that must be handled with a smart and wise attitude by its users, especially among junior high school students. The spread of fake news can occur massively due to the inaccuracy of students in receiving the information that is circulating. Something considered "viral" will easily affect existing rules, norms, and culture. Open spaces are easier to access as targets for the spread of fake news which can trigger disintegrative actions for the nation if they are not based on adequate references.
Analisis Perbandingan Pekerjaan Erection Girder Beam dengan Metode Launcher dan Crawler Crane Proyek Kawasan Industri Terpadu Batang
Authors: Siswanto Agus Bambang , Afif Salim Mukhamad , Purwantini  , Nurwidiyanti Agista
Published: January 2023

Pemilihan metode kerja Erection girder yang tepat dan efektif akan mendukung pekerjaan di proyek. Proyrk percepatan menuntut kontraktor dapat menyelesaikan pekerjaan tepat waktu. Kondisi proyek dan  cuaca berakibat pekerjaan erection girder tidak dapat dikerjakan secara frontal dan jika tidak diberikan solusi yang tepat maka akan berakibat tidak tercapainya target waktu pekerjaan. Penelitian kuantitatif dengan studi kasus memerlukan data berbentuk kuantitatif (angka), pembahasan dilakukan dengan membandingkan biaya, waktu, resiko dan kelebihan kekurangan dari masing masing metode kerja. Kesimpulan yang diperoleh dari penelitian ini, adalah: Pemakaian Metode Kerja Beam Launcher biaya sebesar Rp. 1.115.049.012,00, sedangkan  Crawler Crane  biaya sebesar Rp. 218,670,575.90. Sementara dilihat dari segi waktu, pemakaian metode Crawler Crane dapat dilaksanakan selama 11 hari, sedangkan  Launcher dapat dilaksanakan selama 38 hari. Meski demikian metode Beam Launcher dipilih untuk proyek jembatan Kedawung ini, disebabkan jembatan tersebut melintas di atas jalan TOL Semarang – Batang yang berakibat fatal apabila dilakukan penutupan total.
Clinical Evaluation of Zirconia and Stainless-Steel crowns in Primary Molars - A Randomized Control Trial
Authors: Nikhil Das K R , S H Krishnamoorthy , Savitha Sathyaprasad , Allwin Antony , Nandan S
Published: January 2023

Background and Aim:
Aesthetic alternatives to stainless steel crown for restoring primary molars attain a growing interest. The aim of the study was clinical evaluation and comparison of zirconia and stainless steel crown in primary molars (clinical and radiograph)
Methods:
A randomized controlled study was conducted on children of age group of 5 to 8 years of age visiting, KVG Dental College and Hospital, Sullia and who were meet the inclusion criteria of the study. The study population was randomly divided into two groups of 24 each. Group I: stainless steel crown, Group II: zirconia crown. Post endodontic tooth preparation was done and selected stainless steel and zirconia crowns followed by cemented using type 1 glass ionomer cement. The subjects was be recalled after 3, 6 and 9 months to check gingival index, oral hygiene index and bone health of the tooth using intraoral periapical radiograph.
Results:
There was significant increase in score of gingival index and OHI score for both SSC and zirconia crowns after 3 month followed by reduction in score at 6 and 9 months. There was no statistically significant difference in alveolar bone height in both groups (zirconia and SSCs) for 6 months.
Conclusion:
Zirconia crowns presented to be an excellent choice for primary posterior teeth full coverage restorations. Zirconia crowns performed better than SSCs in the aspect of gingival response and prevention of plaque adhesion.
Keywords: zirconia crowns, stainless steel crown, primary molars, esthetics, dental caries.
Case Series on Personalized Pediatric Posterior Zirconia Crowns
Authors: Sai Sarath Kumar , Murali Gayathri , Elangovan Arun , Kalaivanan Dhanraj
Published: January 2023

Pediatric dentists must comprehend children's aesthetic perception because kids are increasingly aware of their own and other children's appearance. Many aesthetic restorations are available on the market, including open-faced stainless-steel crowns, pre-veneered stainless-steel crowns, strip crowns, and polycarbonate crowns, but each has its own drawbacks. Prefabricated zirconia crowns are a new trend among pediatric dentists for restoring carious, damaged, and malformed primary molars and anteriors. Customized zirconia crowns, on the other hand, may be able to overcome the limitations of prefabricated crowns in certain situations, particularly molars, resulting in excellent aesthetics and longevity. Our case series illustrates the use and performance of personalized zirconia crowns in a variety of challenging clinical circumstances.
Impact of Measurement Protocol on ICP-MS Data Quality Objectives: Part II
Authors: Thomas Robert
Published: January 2023

The first part of this article focused on the fundamental principles of a scanning quadrupole and how measurement protocol can be optimized based on the data quality objectives of the analysis and in particular the compromise between limit of detection and sample throughput. Part 2 looks at different ways to assess detection capability when processing continuous signals generated by a conventional sample introduction system, and also transient signals produced by different types of sampling methods such as chromatographic separation techniques and nanoparticle size studies.
Trastornos vasculares por antiangiogénicos
Authors: Muggeri Alejandro , Calabrese Bernadette , Cerrato Sebastian , Diez Blanca
Published: January 2023

Los eventos tromboembólicos cerebrales están asociados con secuelas permanentes y con deterioro de la calidad de vida. Sangrados, trastornos venosos y arteriales han sido descriptos con el uso de agentes antiangiogénicos. Presentamos un caso con sarcoma mixoide que desarrolló un accidente cerebrovascular isquémico mientras estaba siendo tratado con sorafenib. Repasamos también las drogas usadas en oncología que podrían estar asociadas con eventos tromboembólicos arteriales o venosos. Los médicos tratantes deberían monitorear a los pacientes que reciben agentes antiangiogénicos en relación a síntomas neurológicos y, en ausencia de otras etiologías, la pronta suspensión de la droga debería ser considerada.
Medbh McGuckian: The Poetics of Exemplarity
Authors: Alcobia-Murphy Shane
Published: January 2023

This is the first monograph wholly devoted to the poetry of Medbh McGuckian and it presents pathways into her work that have thus far remained largely unexplored. The chapters examine the ways in which McGuckian uses literary exemplars to explore the psychodramas of female literary authorship and ways of approaching issues of memory, trauma and elegiac remembrance. This monograph provides an excellent introduction to McGuckian’s poetry and argues that her work self-reflexively presents a deeply felt belief in the primacy (and efficacy) of poetry in the modern world.
Adam Ferguson
Authors: Allan David
Published: January 2023

Adam Ferguson (1723-1816) was among the Scottish Enlightenment’s most influential philosophers as well as one of its most colourful and engaging characters. His pioneering contributions to the development of political economy and social theory have long been acknowledged—though, unfortunately, they have also often been misrepresented. At the same time, it is clear that the significance both of his professional activities as a distinguished university teacher in Edinburgh and of his status as one of the eighteenth century’s foremost historians of the Roman republic has been insufficiently appreciated. This innovative study of Ferguson’s life and ideas sets out to introduce this much-misunderstood figure to a new and wider audience. Paying particular attention to the powerful intellectual currents which converged so fruitfully in his writings, it explores the deep Scottish and European roots of Ferguson’s thought and assesses the continuing pertinence of some of his arguments about the origins and nature of society for an understanding of the modern world.
Comprehensive Study of Machine learning Algorithms for Stock Market Prediction during COVID-19
Authors:   Department of Computer Science & Engineering, JSS Academy of Technical Education, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India 201301, Saxena Urvashi Rahul , Sharma Parth ,   Department of Computer Science & Engineering, JSS Academy of Technical Education, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India 201301, Gupta Gaurav ,   Department of Computer Science & Engineering, JSS Academy of Technical Education, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India 201301
Published: January 2023

The stock market has always drawn investors' attention. Stock trend forecasting tools are in high demand because they facilitate the direct acquisition of profits. The more precise the results, the greater the likelihood of generating a greater profit. Statistically, only 3% of the Indian population invests in stocks, and at the time of COVID-19, that number was even lower, as the stock market was not based on general patterns and equations but rather on the emotional quotient of the people. Such a circumstance increased the stock market's vulnerability. The pandemic factor, such as the case of COVID-19, influences the stock market's trends. Technical analysis of market trends is a technique for interpreting past and present prices to forecast likely future prices. Several deep learning and machine learning algorithms are utilized to generate stock market forecasts, wherein LSTM and ARIMA models have been proven to produce reasonably accurate results. The prior works focused on individual models and their components to provide forecasts. Thus, this paper aims to compare the two well-established models and provide investors with models that work well with data and have appropriate parameter values. The LSTM and ARIMA models are presented because they provide appropriate results using technical analysis of the data set, and the results are to be compared. The closing values from the historic stock prices of the top three Indian hospitality industries were used as the data set. The results show that the individual models work well when the data matches the model and the appropriate parameter is used.
Prevalence and risk factors of diaper dermatitis among newborn babies to two years of age in Al-Baha region, Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alghamdi Mohammad A. , AL-Ghamdi Hasan S. , AlHajji Abdullah M. , Alzahrani Saif A. , Al-Thobaiti Loay Y. , Alzahrani Suhaib A. , Alzahrani Mohammed A.
Published: January 2023

Introduction: Diaper dermatitis is the most common dermatological condition which affects the pediatric age group. A variety of factors contribute to the pathophysiology. Diaper dermatitis presents as an erythematous rash, papules, scaling, and erosions around the thighs, scrotum, suprapubic area, and buttocks, characteristically where skin creases. The primary treatment is to keep the skin around the diaper area as dry as possible by frequent diaper changes together with careful selection of the diaper type. Some creams (barrier creams) and mild topical corticosteroid treatments are also available to protect the infant’s thin skin and to reduce any inflammation. Methods: This was a cross sectional study of 389 parents using structural questionnaires. The study was conducted in the Al-Baha region, Saudi Arabia from January to July 2022. We used bivariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses to analyze our data and test the association between the prevalence of diaper dermatitis and its possible risk factors. Results: The prevalence of diaper dermatitis was 39.33% (153/389). The highest prevalence was among children who were 19-24 months old (65%). When comparing gender groups, females had a higher prevalence (44.4%) compared to males (34.7%) (p=0.005). Preterm babies had a slightly lower prevalence than term babies. Conclusion: Multiple factors are involved in diaper dermatitis which most commonly affect infants and toddlers. The highest prevalence was among children who were 19-24 months old and there was more prevalence among females. Keywords: Diaper dermatitis, Prevalence, Al-Baha, Saudi Arabia
Telemedicine Consultation: Geriatric Patients’ Attitude at Primary Care Clinics in Security Forces Hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alqahtani Zainah , Alhamad Eyas
Published: January 2023

Background: Telemedicine has been adopted to deliver healthcare services around the world in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Telemedicine was widely used due to its safety in providing healthcare services and screening for COVID-19 symptoms. Objectives: To assess telemedicine consultations during the COVID-19 pandemic at primary care clinics for follow-up geriatric patients. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional survey-dependent study was conducted at Security Forces Hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from July to August 2021. Participants were selected using a non-randomized voluntary response sampling technique. Data were collected over telephonic interviews and analyzed using SPSS program version 23. Results: A total of 518 respondents were included in the study. We found 90.73% of the participants thought that first time they have been consulted as a patient on the Telephone. And 91.89% of the participants thought that the majority agreed that it made healthcare services easier during the COVID-19 pandemic. their desire to in the future to have telephone Consultation (71.62%). Showed that the average attitude toward Telephone consultingsatisfaction score of respondents was 6.5 ± 1.0, demonstrating that most participants revealed a good level of Attitude toward telephonic consultations during the pandemic. Satisfaction scores, gender, age and nationality of participants did not differ significantly. Conclusion: The study concluded that geriatric patients had an excellent attitude toward telemedicine consultation during the pandemic at the Hospital’s primary care clinic. Further studies are needed to address factors associated with attitudes toward telemedicine. Keywords: Attitude, Telemedicine, Riyadh, geriatric patients, COVID-19
Vaccine Knowledge of Saudi Parents and Adherence to Immunization Schedule in Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alotaibi Nemer Abdulaziz , Alruways Abdulmgeed Fahhad H , Alotaibi Nawaf Oqab N , Alnufeie Ali Alhumaidi
Published: January 2023

Objectives: Immunization is one of the best measures to limit the transition of infectious disease and disease severity. Despite that, vaccination programs are frequently affected by a delay in giving vaccines on time or ignorance and avoidance due to various reasons. Our study aimed to estimate the percentage of vaccination delay in our society and assess the level of parents’ awareness about vaccine importance; finally, we will shed light on the effect of the coronavirus pandemic on the immunization schedule. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in Dawadmi, Saudi Arabia, from May 2022 to August 2022. Data were collected from parents using a structured questionnaire. Vaccinations were considered delayed if they occurred more than 30 days after the designated time. Parents residing outside Dawadmi or older than 65 years were excluded. Results: Among 393 respondents, the majority were mothers, aged between 30-50 years. Overall, 88% adhered to the immunization schedule. Major reasons for delay were forgetting the vaccination date, unavailability of vaccines, and being busy at work. In comparison to the delayed group, parents who adhered to the immunization schedule were aware about its importance. Conclusions: The majority of parents adhered to the immunization schedule. The most common reason was forgetting the vaccine date. Other reasons were the lack of vaccines in Primary Health Care. The commonly delayed vaccines were the 4 and 9-months vaccines. The pandemic affected adherence to vaccination schedules. Keywords: vaccination, knowledge, Saudi parents, Immunization schedule
The effect of family support, knowledge, and socioeconomic status in controlling diabetes and its complications on the patient
Authors: Bakri Hisham M. , Alahmadi Faisal M. , Taiyeb Ahmad M. , Khairallah Hashim H. , Andijani Anas M. , Yaghmour Khaled A.
Published: January 2023

Background: About 422 million people with diabetes worldwide live in low- and middle-income countries, and the disease directly causes 1.5 million fatalities yearly. Objectives: to assess the impact of patients’ knowledge and family factors in controlling (DM) and its complications. Methods: a cross-sectional study was done on 137 DM patients. The Diabetes Care Profile (DCP) developed by the Michigan diabetes research and training center was used to measure the social and psychological factors of DM. Results: 79.6% of the participants were checking their blood sugar and 39.5% were keeping a record of blood sugar test results. Of them, 23.4% had good DM education and 54.7% and 3.6% had fair and good DM understanding respectively. Almost 50% had good social support, 43.8 had good DM control and 56.2% had a good attitude toward DM. Of them, 47.4% had good diet adherence, 46% had long-term care benefit and only 27.7% had good monitoring and understanding management practice. Participants who had good DM understanding had a significantly higher percentage of those who were checking their blood sugar. A significant positive correlation was found between the Control Problems Scale and both the support scale and the Diabetes Attitude Scale (DAS-3). A significant positive correlation was found between the support scale and the health status scale and the Diabetes Attitude Scale (DAS-3). Conclusion: a relation between family support, knowledge, and socioeconomic status was found to have an effect on diabetes control and complications. Keywords: support, knowledge, socioeconomic, controlling, diabetes, Saudi Arabia
The Prevalence of Dental Anxiety among Dental Patients in Qassim Region
Authors: Alhodaithy Mazen Abdurrhman , Alharbi Faisal S. , Farhan Mohammed
Published: January 2023

Objective : This study aimed to assess the prevalence of dental anxiety among patients visiting dental clinics in the Al-Qassim region of Saudi Arabia. Methods: The 377 participants were selected from three major cities in the Al-Qassim region - Buridah, Onizah, and Alrass. A self-administered questionnaire based on the Modified Dental Anxiety Scale (MDAS) was used to gather the responses of the participants. The questionnaires were handed to respondents during their regular visits to dental clinics . Results: The findings of the study revealed that 19% of the sample population suffer from severe dental anxiety. The analysis showed that feelings associated with anesthetic injection are the most-anxiety provoking factor while the next day visit is the least anxiety-provoking item. The findings also found female patients are more anxious than their male counterparts and the difference between means of both genders is statistically significant. The study also noted that young age is associated with a high prevalence of dental anxiety. Conclusion: The patients who come to visit dental clinics located in the Al-Qassim region feel dental anxiety. The prevalence is higher among females than male patients. Moreover, young patients demonstrated a higher prevalence of dental anxiety than patients of mature ages. Keywords: Dental anxiety, Modified Dental Anxiety Scale, MDAS, Al-Qassim
Barriers to pre-dialysis education in hemodialysis patients with end-stage renal disease in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Authors: Al-Hazmi Areej I. , Alghamdi Mohammed A. , Alzahrani Roaa S. , Alzahrani Safa S. , Alibrahim Sarah R. , Alharbi Abdullah A. , Alghamdi Meshari A , Alzahrani Faisal A , Alghamdi Talal S. , Alharbi Sarah A.
Published: January 2023

Background: Adequate pre-dialysis education was found to help patients select the best modality at the time dialysis is needed. Objectives: To identify the barriers to pre-dialysis education in the nephrology clinics among end-stage renal disease (ESRD) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Methods: We did a multi-center, cross-sectional study on 221 patients. A questionnaire was used to collect data about patients’ demographics, the primary cause of renal failure, and barriers to pre-dialysis education in the nephrology clinic. We selected the healthcare providers randomly from the same centers. Results: The leading cause of renal failure was diabetes mellitus (DM) in 24.9% of the Patient participants. About 64.7% were with hemodialysis, and 35.3% had peritoneal dialysis. The distance to the nephrology clinic is more than 50 km, about 63.7%. About 65.2% have followed up in the CKD clinic, and dietitians have seen 64.3% in the clinic. Dialysis educators.s have previously seen 59.7%. About 68.8% of the participants had the chance to understand dialysis modality before the commencement of treatment. The barriers from healthcare participants point out are 43.5 % of participants have no CKD clinic, 74% are without a multidisciplinary team, 61% evaluate more than 15 patients every clinic, and 43.5% assess patients with advanced chronic kidney disease every three months or more. 47.8% found many services in their hospital required to refer patients to another hospital because lack of nephrologists per 74% of participants, and 39% of them indicated no peritoneal dialysis unit. And 47.8% found no sociopsychology services play a role as a barrier. Conclusion: The barriers to pre-dialysis education studied in this paper from patients and healthcare providers points. That included the deficiency of a formal structured multidisciplinary chronic kidney disease clinic, lack of psychosocial support for CKD patients, and patients required to travel between hospitals more than 50 kilometers to get renal services. Key words: barriers, pre-dialysis, education, hemodialysis, ESRD, Saudi Arabia.
Knowledge and awareness of intestinal parasitic infections among students at King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Authors: Altwaim Sarah A
Published: January 2023

Objective: Intestinal parasite illnesses are one of the most significant public health concerns in both developing and many developed countries, increasing morbidity and mortality. Various researchers have suggested that illness awareness and knowledge are beneficial in avoiding and limiting the spread of numerous diseases. The current study aims to examine information on knowledge and awareness on intestinal parasite illnesses among university students attending King Abdulaziz University (KAU) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Methods: Students were given a self-administered questionnaire to complete in order to collect information on their demographics as well as their KAP toward intestinal helminth infections. Simple random sampling was used to conduct this cross-sectional investigation. 213 volunteers from various KAU faculties were included in the study, and the participants were informed and consented to the study’s purposes. A questionnaire was made available online for students to complete. The gathered data underwent additional statistical analysis. Results: The study included 213 students from various disciplines. Male participation was 22.53% and female participation 77.46%. Bachelor degree students made up 89.2%, diploma students 7.04%, master degree students 3.29%, and one PhD student 0.47%. Knowledge assessment on intestinal parasite illnesses revealed that overall, 53.52% of respondents were aware of these infections while 46.48% were not, which was a statistically significant difference. Conclusion: Students, particularly those majoring in fields other than health sciences, have a poor grasp of and awareness of intestinal parasite diseases; hence, there is a need for more initiatives to implement change. Key words: Knowledge, Awareness, Intestinal Parasitic Infection, Students, Jedda
Knowledge and Practices of Female Teachers about Gestational Diabetes in Jizan Province, Saudi Arabia
Authors: Hummadi Abdulrahman , Mashhour Majed Mohammed , Khawaji Abdullah , Yafei Saeed , Solan Yahia , Hakami Mohammed , Alzughbi Nouf , Daghriri Mohammed , Hawbani Mohammed , Alamri Saad Awadh
Published: January 2023

Aim of Study: To assess the knowledge and practices of female teachers in Jizan Province about gestational diabetes (GD), and to identify factors associated with poor knowledge and practices related to the prevention of GD. Methods: This study followed an analytical cross-sectional research design conducted in Jizan Province, Saudi Arabia. A total of 300 female teachers were included. The inclusion criteria were being a married, Saudi female teacher, aged 20-52 years, who has at least one-year experience in Jizan Province at the start of data collection, with at least one child. An electronic on-line questionnaire was developed by the researchers. The study questionnaire included participants’ personal characteristics, past and family histories of GD and/or diabetes mellitus, in addition to questions to assess their knowledge and practices regarding GD. Results: The study included 300 female teachers. Their main knowledge gaps about GD were related to timing for screening (58.3%), necessary investigations (50%), its management (31.7%) and repeated pregnancies as a risk factor (24.3%). Participants’ healthy practices were physical exercise (53.3%), maintaining a healthy diet (66.7%) and following a diet to prevent being overweight (66.7%). Healthy practices during pregnancy included checking blood sugar (71%), watching body weight gain (74.7%) and keeping on healthy diets (83.7%). More than one-quarter of participants (29.7%) had poor knowledge, while 34% had poor practices. Participants’ knowledge levels differed significantly according to their qualification levels (p=0.048), having a family member working in the healthcare field (p=0.035), being currently diabetic (p=0.006), having a past history of GD (p<0.001), and having a positive family history of GD (p=0.005). Participants’ practice levels differed significantly according to their residence (p=0.012), experience in teaching (p=0.028), and having a family member in the healthcare field (p=0.002). Participants’ practice levels differed significantly according to being currently diabetic (p=0.011). Conclusions: Female teachers’ knowledge and practices about GD in Jizan Province are suboptimal. Female teachers’ knowledge is better among more experienced teachers, those with a higher level of education, in addition to diabetic teachers and those with a family history of diabetes. More experienced teachers, and those with a family history of the GD have the highest level of good practices. The most frequent sources for teachers of information about GD are relatives/friends. Key Words: Gestational diabetes, diabetes mellitus, knowledge, practices, teachers
Knowledge and behavior of postmenopausal women regarding osteoporosis and its screening in Al-Baha region, Saudi Arabia
Authors: Abukhelaif Abuobaida E. E. , Alzahrani Saif Ahmed , Al-Thobaiti Loay Youssef , Almutairi Nawaf Obaidallah , Alzahrani Mohammed Ali , Alzahrani Abdulaziz Ali Awad , Alghamdi Abdullah Saeed , Althobaiti Wejdan Yousef , Alomari Lujain Saeed , Alghamdi Anas Abdulrahman , Alzahrani Abdulaziz Abdullah Mohammed , Shumrani Khalid Mohammad , Alharbi Abdullah Adel , Alharbi Sarah Adel , Alghamdi Yazan Saeed
Published: January 2023

Background: The risk of osteoporosis and functional deterioration is challenging for Saudi women with increased disease cases. However, recent analysis has shown that Saudi women were unaware of the risk of osteoporosis, so their knowledge and attitudes toward osteoporosis risk and prevention are necessary. We aimed to assess the knowledge and attitudes of Saudi women regarding osteoporosis and its screening in Al-Baha region, Saudi Arabia. Methods: About 464 participants (post-menopausal women) in Al-Baha region were recruited for the study to participate in the online survey. A modified osteoporosis knowledge assessment tool questionnaire was distributed online to collect data on participants’ responses regarding knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of osteoporosis. Then data was transferred to apply descriptive statistics to measure the frequency and percentage of KAP factors. Results: Most participants had good knowledge of osteoporosis and were 40-50 years old. White women are at higher risk of osteoporosis, but responses were quite uncertain. In addition, the frequency of knowledge of risk and symptoms was 89.7% and 76.3%, respectively. The percentage of knowledge and attitudes was higher for some aspects of risk and symptoms. The perceived knowledge about osteoporosis screening was positive, but actual knowledge remained uncertain. In addition, although knowledge and attitude gave significant results for some aspects of KAP factors, most participants’ overall knowledge was poor. Conclusion: The study concluded that the overall knowledge and attitudes of Saudi post-menopausal women in Al-Baha region regarding osteoporosis was poor, and therefore standard interventions must be recommended to enhance knowledge and practices. Keywords: postmenopausal, osteoporosis, knowledge, Al-Baha, Saudi Arabia
Breastfeeding: prevalence, health effects, obstacles and ways to encourage it
Authors: Desouky Maha K. , Alahmadi Shahad O
Published: January 2023

Background: Breastmilk is the best way to feed infants due to its balanced nutritional composition. Because of its many health benefits, the prevalence of breastfeeding, ways to encourage it and the effects of breastfeeding on mothers and children have been extensively researched. Objectives: This review aims to demonstrate the short-and-long term health consequences of breastfeeding for infants and mothers. Additionally, it will estimate the rate of breastfeeding mothers, identify the causes behind this rate and discuss ways to increase awareness about its importance. Main outcomes: The prevalence of breastfeeding is 40% worldwide and 10.2% in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Women who don’t breastfeed list a lack of information, negative attitudes towards breastfeeding within wider society and a return to work as the main reasons that discourage them from breastfeeding. Breastfeeding reduces mothers’ risk of breast and ovarian carcinoma, diabetes and BMI by 4.3%, 28%, 32% and 1%, respectively. It also decreases the risk of postpartum depression and increases the duration of amenorrhea. Children who are breastfed for longer periods have lower risks of diarrhoea by 31%, pneumonia by 57%, being overweight by 26%, diabetes by 35% and raises intelligence scores by 3.4. Conclusion: This review found evidence that breastfeeding reduces the risk of breast cancer, ovarian cancer, Type 2 diabetes, postpartum depression, being overweight, and improves birth spacing. For infants, breastfeeding lowers infectious morbidity and mortality and enhances growth and development. Professional and public education and fathers’ support are important to encourage the over 50% of women who do not breastfeed their infants. Keywords: breastfeeding, maternal health, infant health, effects.
Emergency Department Overcrowding in the Western Region of Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alhamyani Anoud M. , Khaled Raghad H. , Althomali Shomukh K. , Althobaiti Elaf M. , Alsharif Sara M. , Alnashri Maryam A. , Alharthi Hadeel K. , Alnofaiey Yasser H. , Assiri Sara A.
Published: January 2023

Introduction: Emergency department (ED) overcrowding is a global public health threat that affects both patients and ED staff. In Saudi Arabia, ED crowding is a challenge to the Ministry of Health. To date, the direct relationship between patient perceptions of ED crowding and their satisfaction has not been fully explained. We aim to assess the perception of our population on ED overcrowding and how it affects their satisfaction level. Methods: A quantitative, cross-sectional study where data collection took place through a pre-structured online questionnaire targeting all accessible adult population in the Western Region of Saudi Arabia. Results: Most of our 373 participants agreed that the decreased number of available emergency departments, lack of coordination, and short staffing were the main reasons of emergency departments overcrowding. The majority were neutral regarding staff incompetence and around 22% of them disagreed. More than half of our participants (59.8%) were unsatisfied, 62.2% of them reported delayed services as the reason behind their dissatisfaction. All participants who reported a delay in the provided services, reported an overall dissatisfaction with the emergency department’s provided care and services (P-Value <0.001) Conclusions: There is a need to provide more ED departments in the western region, designing educational programs for emergency physicians and all the ED staff, and designing awareness campaigns for the public to educate them on the concept of urgent cases and how to access healthcare properly to avoid ED crowding. Keywords: Emergency Department, Overcrowding, Satisfaction, Saudi Arabia.
COVID-19 vaccines receiving, barriers and encouraging factors among chronically ill patients in Al-Qassim region, Saudi Arabia
Authors: Mousa Alrashdi , Sami Alrasheedi , Alkhodairi Ahmed , Ahmad Alanoud Abdulqader , Aldehami Maryam Abdulrahman , Albahli Rand , Aleniz Maryam Hameed , Almuhanna Hana Salem , Almarshad Leen Abdulaziz , Alkhowaiter Manal Abdulaziz
Published: January 2023

Objectives: The study aimed to determine the COVID-19 vaccine acceptance, barriers, and encouraging factors among chronically ill patients in the Qassim population, Saudi Arabia. Method: This cross-sectional study was conducted between July 1, 2021 and March 1, 2022 using a validated and pretested interview-based questionnaire and included adult patients aged 18 years visiting health care centers. A total of 551 responses were included Result: In total, 19.2% of participants suffered from one or more chronic diseases. 27.3% were infected with COVID-19, and 96.2% were vaccinated against COVID-19. The knowledge related to COVID-19 was moderate among our participants (Mean score 12.3 ± 3.0). Participants who were divorced or had higher educational levels had significantly higher knowledge scores (p=0.038, p=0.027). The most strongly agreed-upon barrier factors that increase vaccine receiving hesitancy are concerns about its safety and adverse events. The fear of spreading the sickness to their family was the most common motivator, followed by the lack of adequate vaccination information. Participants who had received the COVID-19 immunization had a substantially higher attitude score (p = 0.005). When compared to non-chronically ill participants, chronically ill patients’ knowledge and attitude toward vaccination exhibited no statistically significant changes. Conclusion: This research gives an early look at Saudi people’s understanding and views concerning COVID-19 vaccinations. The participants mostly report their concerns about vaccination safety and potential adverse effects as a valid explanation for their reluctance to receive the immunization. These findings might help health officials prevent future drops in vaccination rates by increasing public awareness. Key words: COVID-19 vaccines, vaccinations barriers, chronic ill patients, Qassim, Saudi Arabia
Epidemiological burden of Alopecia Areata in different cities of Al Baha Region, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: Cross-Sectional Descriptive Study
Authors: Alghamdi Mohammad A. , AL-Ghamdi Hasan S. , Alghamdi Fares Gormallah A. , Alzahrani Naif Abdullah M , Alzahrani3 Turki Abdullah , Al Ghamdi Bakheet Atiah A , Alzahrani Shafi Abdullah A , Aldadi Bader Oudah Shahir , Al Ghamdi Abdulrazaq Saad M , Alzahrani Ahmed Rajeh Ahmed , Alghamdi Alhassan Ali A , Alghamdi Hamad Abdullah G , Alghamdi Saeed Saleh Aziz , Alzahrani Khalid Abdulrahman , Alfaqihi Ahmed Sami H
Published: January 2023

Background: Alopecia areata (AA) is an autoimmune disease that causes non-scarring hair loss. Significant epidemiological differences among the population observed throughout the investigation in the literature. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA ) was found to have a greater burden of disease than other countries, but the information is lacking in Al Baha region, the southwestern area of KSA . Aim: The aim of the present study was to determine the clinico-epidemiological profile and burden of AA in the Al Baha region and to subsequently highlight the factors affecting disease prevalence. Methodology: A well-structured quantitative questionnaire was developed and distributed using an online standardized questionnaire targeting 385 Albaha patients diagnosed with AA. The diagnosis of AA was confirmed clinically by consultant dermatology before patient recruitment into the study and resulted in sufficient accuracy. The responses were collected and analyzed using SPSS statistical analysis software. The frequency of disease prevalence, patients’ ages, disease duration, impact on quality of life, risk factors, and associated diseases were analyzed. Results: A total of 385 AA patients completed the questionnaire to achieve 100% response accuracy. Most of them were located in Al-Baha center (36.1%) followed by Baljurashi city (17.1%). The most frequent age of AA diagnosis was 21–30 years old (41.3%), and the disease duration was 3–6 months in the majority of the patients (26.8%). The most common type is patchy scalp AA in 57.1% of the patients followed by AA involving more than one site (24.4%). Diabetes mellitus and chronic anemia were the associated diseases 10.9% (for both) followed by thyroid diseases in 5.2% of the patients. Conclusion: Overall, AA as a disease presents a significant concern for the population of Al-Baha region in Saudi Arabia considering the variable prevalence in different cities, especially in Al-Baha center itself. Onset occurs during adult working ages. Therefore, quality of life can be negatively affected, and outcomes can be severe. This study potentially adds more knowledge and theoretical understanding of AA clinico-epidemiology in our region. Keywords: hair loss, Al-Baha, Saudi Arabia, Epidemiology
Die Qualität der Praxisphasen im dualen Studium der Sozialen Arbeit
Authors: Rahn Sebastian , Hettler Ingo S. , Meyer Thomas
Published: January 2023

Der vorliegende Beitrag untersucht den Zusammenhang zwischen der Qualität der Praxisphasen im dualen Studium und der Zufriedenheit der dual Studierenden der Sozialen Arbeit mit ihren Praxisstellen. Als Datengrundlage dient eine hochschulweite Befragung an der Dualen Hochschule Baden-Württemberg (DHBW) aus dem Jahr 2022. Die Analysen zeigen, dass eine höhere Aufgabenqualität und eine bessere Theorie-Praxis-Verzahnung zu einer höheren Praxiszufriedenheit der dual Studierenden beitragen.
2(4)-Aminopyridines as Ligands in the Coordination and Extraction Chemistry of Platinum Metals
Authors: Sergeevna Ageeva Liliya , Alekseevich Borsch Nikolai , Vladimirovich Kuvardin Nikolay
Published: January 2023

The specific behavior of aromatic amines in the coordination and extraction processes of isolation and separation of platinum and other metals is discussed using the example of 2(4)-aminopyridines (2(4)-AP). As intrasphere ligands, 2(4)-AP have a high electron-donor capacity due to the pumping of an easily polarizable π-electron density. The chemistry of the extraction of platinum metals, iridium in particular, is considered: depending on the conditions, ion associates, coordination-solvated compounds or compounds containing an amine in the inner and outer coordination sphere of the metal are extracted. In the extraction of simple singly charged anions, there is a violation of the exchange-extraction series established for a large set of aliphatic amines. Soft anions (according to Pearson), for example, SCN- and I-, are best extracted, while for aliphatic amines such an anion is hard СlO4−. In the coordination compounds of platinum metals, 2(4)-AP acts as an electron donor, is coordinated by heterocyclic nitrogen with a redistribution of electron density not only to the accepting metal-complexing agent, but also further along the N-Me-X chain (X is an acido ligand in the composition of the complex), which leads to even greater covalence of the molecule as a whole.
Rethinking Performance Management: Realities in South African Municipalities
Authors: Ndevu Zwelinzima
Published: January 2023

Forthcoming priorities and initiatives in organisations are often based on existing gaps that have been identified through measuring performance. Measuring performance in South African municipalities is therefore fundamental in creating a foundation for the future. Through the grounded theory as a qualitative methodology, the chapter constructs a theory based on the assessment of events throughout the municipal terrain in South Africa. The theory is developed based on the performance management systems of two South African municipalities situated in the KwaZulu and Eastern Cape municipalities. Using purposive sampling, 8 interviewees were selected (four administrators and four municipal councillors). The findings indicate that in relation to the performance management systems, the relationship between the political and municipal leaders has over the years been strained. There is a lack of mutual understanding amongst staff and leadership due to the belief that community-based service delivery was strictly a political process. Though there has been dialogue regarding issues related to the performance management system, the political leadership has dominated the negotiations and dialogues in municipalities. It was further noted that there was a lack of transparency and efficiency in the performance management system in district municipalities.
A Short Communication: Non-acid Nucleic Blood Multi-Factors Panels for Primary Breast Cancer Detection – A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis
Authors: Raja Vahid , Farajzadegan Ziba , Mansourian Marjan , Ghasemi Khojaste , Sadegh Aboutalebi Mohammad , Nouri Rasool , Mokarian Fariborz
Published: January 2023

This study aimed to compare the non-acid nucleic blood multi-factor panels together and with mammography in terms of sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy in primary breast cancer detection (I, II, III, and IV). We systematically reviewed studies assessing non-acid nucleic blood tumor markers panels’ diagnostic value in both healthy women and patients (before any anticancer treatment) for the detection of primary breast cancer. Out of the 2358 titles initially identified, 12 studies and 9 panels were included in the network meta-analysis. Panels I (MSA + B2m) and J (GATA3 + E-cadherin) had the highest sensitivity in all stages of primary breast cancer but had no significant difference with mammography. Panels L (MSA + CA15–3) and B (M-CSF + CA15–3) had the highest specificity in all stages compared to other panels but no remarkable difference with mammography. Panels J (GATA3 + E-cadherin) and I (MSA + B2m) respectively had the highest accuracy in primary breast cancer detection but no considerable difference with mammography in terms of accuracy. Panel J, including GATA3 + E-cadherin, demonstrated a higher diagnostic value for primary breast cancer detection (I, II, III, and IV) than the rest of the panels.