Publications
Viral Hepatitis B among Medical Technical Students in Mosul City/Iraq
Dec 17, 2024Journal Journal of Bioscience and Applied Research
DOI 10.21608/jbaar.2024.334737.1105
Issue 6
Volume 10
Abstract With the high incidence and mortality rates associated with complications of viral hepatitis B, including cancer and cirrhosis, infection with this disease remains a health problem throughout the world. This study aims to assess the levels of knowledge regarding Hepatitis B among medical technical students at the Mosul Medical Technical Institute in Mosul City, Iraq. Utilizing a convenience sampling method, a total of 300 students aged 18-41 years participated in the study. A structured questionnaire, validated by a panel of experts, was employed to evaluate participants' knowledge about HBV transmission, symptoms, and preventive measures. The results indicated that 89% of students possessed acceptable knowledge about Hepatitis B, while 7% demonstrated good knowledge, and 4% had poor knowledge. Key findings revealed that the highest awareness was related to the necessity of conducting HBV tests before surgical procedures (79%) and the importance of vaccination (68%). However, knowledge regarding the avoidance of contaminated water was notably low (5%). The study underscores the critical need for enhanced educational interventions to improve awareness and understanding of Hepatitis B among future healthcare professionals, thereby contributing to better prevention and control of this infectious disease.
Factors affecting on contraceptive use in a sample of married women attending primary Health care centers in Mosul city
Dec 1, 2024Journal International Journal of Medical and All Body Health Research
DOI : https://doi.org/10.54660/IJMBHR.2024.5.4.160-164
Issue 4
Volume 5
Abstract Background: Family planning, enhancing mother and child health outcomes, and promoting sustainable development objectives all depend heavily on the use of contraceptives. Objectives: This study investigates the factors affecting contraceptive use among married women attending primary health care centers in Mosul city. Methods: A sample of 204 participants was selected, with data collected through faceto-face interviews to ensure unbiased responses. Results: The demographic analysis revealed that the majority of participants were aged 30-39 years (49.5%) and had attained higher education, with 53.4% being university graduates. The findings indicated that 51.0% of the women reported using contraceptives. The study emphasizes the critical role of family planning in preventing unintended pregnancies, promoting women's health, and reducing maternal and newborn mortality. Conclusions: By identifying the socio-demographic characteristics associated with contraceptive use, this research aims to inform public health strategies and improve access to reproductive health services in the region. The results align with existing literature on the importance of education and socio-economic status in influencing contraceptive practices, highlighting the need for targeted interventions to enhance family planning services in Mosul and similar contexts.
Knowledge of Health & Medical Technologies’ Students about Herpes Zoster Virus
Nov 1, 2024Journal Iranian Journal of War & Public Health
DOI 10.58209/ijwph.16.3.295
Issue 3
Volume 16
Aims Herpes zoster, or shingles, is a contagious disease caused by the reactivation of a dormant virus and its subsequent transmission along the sensory nerve to the matching dermatomes. This study was carried out to determine the level of knowledge about the herpes zoster virus among health and medical technology students. Instrument & Methods This is an analytic cross-sectional study of senior students of the College of Health and Medical Technologies in Baghdad, examining their knowledge of the herpes zoster virus from November 2023 to February 2024. All fourth-year students (n=215) were collected as samples. The questionnaire had nine questions. Data analysis was carried out using SPSS 24 software by the Chi-square test. Findings Most of the studied sample (68.4%) were in the age group 20-24 years (24.6±3.4); 57.2% were female, 83.3% were single, and 84.7% lived in urban areas. Information was received from studying (45.1%), health workers (14.4%), family (12.1%), friends (11.2%), the internet (8.4%), and other sources (8.8%). Most study samples had acceptable knowledge scores; 36% were weak, and 8% had good scores. No significant associations were found between knowledge score and demographic variables. Conclusion The overall knowledge score regarding herpes zoster virus among students of the College of Health and Medical Technologies in all departments is acceptable.
Knowledge level about Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever among a sample of medical students in Mosul City, Iraq
Jul 1, 2023Journal Rawal Medical Journal
DOI 10.5455/rmj.20230427113738
Issue 48
Volume 3
Abstract Objective: To determine the level of knowledge of medical students regarding Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever in Mosul city, Iraq. Materials: This cross-sectional study included 204 medical technical undergraduate students in Al- Mosul 1st & 2nd stage. We used convenient sampling. Google form ws used online and via email. Results: The study had 204 participants with mean age 19±1.09 years; the percentage of male & female and first & second stage were almost the same, 81% of them live in urban area. We found that 72% students had good knowledge about Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever. Conclusion: Highest proportion of the study sample had good knowledge regarding Crimea-Congo hemorrhagic fever. Key words: Hemorrhagic fever, knowledge, CCHF.