BACKGROUND: Obesity is a known risk factor for breast cancer (BC), but conventional metrics such as body mass index (BMI) may insufficiently capture central adiposity. The weight-adjusted waist index (WWI) has emerged as a potentially superior anthro...
BACKGROUND: Child malnutrition represents a critical global public health issue and it is characterised by high prevalence and severe long-term consequences for growth and development. A better understanding of its contributory factors is essential t...
The internet is one of the essential tools today, and its impact is particularly felt among university students. Internet addiction (IA) has become a serious public health issue worldwide. This multi-class classification study aimed to identify the p...
OBJECTIVE: Chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs) and cardiovascular diseases (CVD) share common risk factors and frequently co-occur, leading to poorer outcomes. Life's Essential 8 (LE8), a novel metric for cardiovascular health, may provide insights i...
Tobacco smoking is a significant public health issue in sub-Saharan Africa, with its prevalence shaped by various demographic factors. This study aimed to model predictors of tobacco use among men in Sub Sahara Africa between 2018 and 2023 using mach...
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BACKGROUND: Sarcopenic obesity (SO) has a higher risk of adverse health events compared to having obesity or sarcopenia alone due to the dual burden of both muscle loss and fat gain. The prevalence of SO is progressively increasing as the population ...
This study assesses the influence of social support, self-esteem, depression, and education on psychological resilience among men who have sex with men (MSM) to inform policy-making. Data were collected from 1,070 MSM via an online survey in Zhejiang...
INTRODUCTION: Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a leading cause of vision loss. With an estimated 38.4 million Americans diagnosed with DM, the disease exerts a significant burden on healthcare systems, especially in rural areas where access to care is li...
PRECIS: This chapter reviews the current recommendations on screening for open angle glaucoma in Black and Hispanic populations. Strategies for increasing case-finding and decreasing cost, with emphasis on evolving technologies, are presented.
Adolescents are vulnerable to experiencing problematic gambling, although its prevalence and potential risk factors vary across countries. This study aims to identify cross-jurisdictional factors associated with higher gambling frequency among adoles...
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