Tag: Cross-sectional study
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Healthcare Waste Management Practices in Adama City: A 2024 Cross-Sectional Study
Introduction Healthcare waste management is a critical pillar of public health. In Adama City, located in the Southern Central region of Ethiopia, health facilities generate diverse waste streams—from infectious materials to sharps and pharmaceutical residues. If not properly managed, these wastes pose risks to patients, health workers, nearby communities, and the environment. The 2024 cross-sectional…
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Healthcare Waste Management Practices in Adama City, Ethiopia (2024) A Cross-Sectional Study
Introduction Healthcare waste management is a critical topic for public health and environmental stewardship. In many low- and middle-income settings, including Ethiopia, proper handling of infectious and hazardous waste from health facilities safeguards patients, workers, and communities. This article summarizes a 2024 cross-sectional study conducted among health workers at public health centers in Adama City,…
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Mediating Role of Physical Activity Self-Efficacy in Elderly Post-PCI: Knowledge, Psychological Factors, and Early Activity
Background Physical activity (PA) is a cornerstone of cardiac rehabilitation, particularly for elderly patients recovering after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). While knowledge about heart-healthy behaviors and intrinsic psychological factors (such as motivation and beliefs) influence activity, researchers increasingly recognize that a patient’s confidence to perform PA—known as physical activity self-efficacy—may mediate these effects. A cross-sectional…
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Mediating the Link: Physical Activity Self-Efficacy in Elderly Post-PCI Patients
Introduction Cardiovascular disease remains a leading cause of morbidity among the elderly. For patients who have undergone percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), early engagement in physical activity (PA) is a key component of cardiac rehabilitation and long-term recovery. Recent research suggests that physical activity self-efficacy—an individual’s confidence in their ability to be physically active—may mediate the…
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Walking Experience and Locomotor Exploration in Premature Infants: A Comparative Cross-Sectional Study
Introduction Prematurity, defined as birth before 37 weeks of gestational age, affects millions of infants worldwide each year. Beyond immediate medical concerns, prematurity can influence long-term neurodevelopment, including motor exploration—the way infants explore their environment through movement. This article summarizes a comparative cross-sectional study examining how walking experience interacts with locomotor exploration in prematurely born…
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Prevalence and Determinants of Comorbidities Among Type 2 Diabetes Patients in Nepal: A Cross-Sectional Insight
Overview Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is increasingly common in Nepal, mirroring global trends. Beyond hyperglycemia, many individuals with T2DM carry additional health conditions that complicate treatment, worsen prognosis, and strain healthcare systems. This cross-sectional study examines how frequently comorbidities occur among Nepalese patients with T2DM and identifies factors that influence their presence. The findings…