To translate the Perceived Stress Scale (versions PSS-4, -10 and -14) to assess its psychometric properties in a sample of general Greek population.941 individuals completed anonymously questionnaires comprising PSS, Depression Anxiety scale (DASS-21 version), list stress-related symptoms. Psychometric PSS were investigated by confirmatory factor analysis (construct validity), Cronbach's alpha (reliability), investigating relations with DASS-21 scores number symptoms, across individuals'...

The prevalence of musculoskeletal complaints in dentists is high although relatively few studies had focus this profession. aim study was to investigate the relations between physical, psychosocial, and individual characteristics different endpoints low back, neck, shoulders hand/wrist.A questionnaire survey carried out among 430 (response 88%) Thessaloniki, Greece. Questions include data on physical psychosocial workload, need for recovery, perceived general health (i) occurrence past 12...

The indoor environment in four beauty salons located Athens (Greece) was examined order to investigate the occupational health exposure of cosmetologists various chemical products typically used their work. Chemical substances chosen for investigation were volatile organic compounds (VOCs), formaldehyde, ozone and carbon dioxide. Total VOCs levels measured showed significant variation (100-1,450 microg m(-3)) depending on number treatments carried out, as well ventilation. main found...

The ongoing economic crisis in Greece has affected both stress and quality of life (QoL) at all socioeconomic levels, including professionals the police force. aim this study was to examine perceived stress, job satisfaction, QoL, their relationships a sample officers Greece. A cross-sectional conducted during first trimester 2011 23 stations greater Athens area. total 201 agreed participate (response rate 44.6%). General Health Questionnaire-28 (GHQ-28) used assess general health, World...

The main goal of stress management and health promotion programs is to improve by empowering people take control over their lives. Daily health-related lifestyle choices are integral targets these interventions critical evaluating efficacy. To date, concepts such as self-efficacy, self-control empowerment assessed tools that only partially address daily choices. aim this study validate a novel measurement tool, the Healthy Lifestyle Personal Control Questionnaire (HLPCQ), which aims assess...

Journal Article Distribution of Malassezia species in pityriasis versicolor and seborrhoeic dermatitis Greece. Typing the major isolate M. globosa Get access G. Gaitanis, Gaitanis Mycology Laboratory, Microbiology DepartmentDermatology Clinic, Medical School, University Athens, Greece George Mikras Asias 75‐77, Athens 115 27, E‐mail: ggaitanis@med.uoa.gr Search for other works by this author on: Oxford Academic Google Scholar A. Velegraki, Velegraki Department E.C. Alexopoulos, Alexopoulos...

ABSTRACT A novel formulation of RPMI 1640 medium for susceptibility testing Malassezia yeasts by broth microdilution (BMD) and Etest is proposed. modification the NCCLS M27-A2 BMD method was used to test 53 isolates furfur (12 isolates), M. sympodialis (8 slooffiae (4 globosa (22 obtusa (2 restricta pachydermatis (1 dermatis isolates) against amphotericin B, ketoconazole, itraconazole, fluconazole, voriconazole, terbinafine, posaconazole Etest. antibiotic 3 (AM3) were supplemented with...

Understanding social inequalities in health is of great importance; it provides the conceptual frame for investigating factors that affect health, together with empirical evidence improving population health. Individual and socioeconomic data, disease related conditions self rated (SRH) ratings were collected from a representative sample 1,000 participants order to study Greece. 20.8% men 37.2% women reported poor status. Significant SRH observed. Strong associations gender, age, insurance...

In fall 2009 the emergency department of a clinic in Greece with increased patient visits due to influenza-like illness observed particular pattern complete blood count (CBC) these patients. 90% all patients probable influenza, lymphopenia and/or monocytosis were present. Relative or without appears be laboratory marker for H1N1 virus infection, finding that could play major role early identifying and treating new influenza A. A ratio lymphocytes monocytes below 2 is proposed as screening...

To investigate the relationships between physical, psychosocial, and individual characteristics occurrence, chronicity, care seeking absenteeism due to musculoskeletal complaints of lower back knee.This was a cross-sectional study among 350 nursing personnel in six hospitals South-West Greece. Data related physical psychosocial workload, need for recovery, perceived general health other risk factors occurrence low-back knee were collected. Odds ratios (ORs) estimated all relevant...

Self-rated health (SRH) is a measure related to future health, mortality, healthcare services utilization and quality of life. Various sociodemographic, lifestyle determinants SRH have been identified in different populations. The aim this study extend literature the Greek population. This cross-sectional conducted rural communities between 2001 2003. Interviews eliciting basic demographic, health-related information (smoking, physical activity, diet, sleep religiosity) were conducted....

There is a well-established adverse reciprocal relationship between stress and multiple sclerosis (MS). However, management in these patients has been parsimoniously studied. In this parallel randomized controlled trial, relapsing-remitting MS were randomly assigned to undergo either an 8-week program (n = 31; relaxation breathing progressive muscle relaxation, twice day) or not 30). Self-reported validated measures used evaluate perceived stress, health locus of control, anxiety,...

Self-rated health (SRH) is a popular measure determined by multiple factors. International literature increasingly focusing on health-related behaviors such as smoking, dietary habits, physical activity, even religiosity. However, population-based studies taking into account putative determinants of SRH in Greece are scarce. The aim this study was to clarify possible with an emphasis the relationship between and lifestyle variables large sample urban citizens.In one-year cross-sectional...

Background: Compliance with medication in patients who have suffered stroke is usually not-optimal. This study aims to measure the level of compliance treatment and identify socio-demographic, clinical, subjective factors related long-term their treatment. Methods: 140 (66.4% males) an ischemic at least six months old, participated survey. was measured using Medication Adherence Report Scale quality life by Stroke Specific Quality Life questionnaire. Furthermore, Beliefs about Medicines...

It is unclear whether the well-known risk factors for occurrence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) also play an important role in determining consequences MSD terms sickness absence and health care use.A cross-sectional study was conducted among 853 shipyard employees. Data were collected by questionnaire on physical psychosocial workload, need recovery, perceived general health, complaints, use during past year. Retrospective data absenteeism available from company register.In total, 37%,...