A5078737073- Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
- Child Nutrition and Water Access
- Agriculture Sustainability and Environmental Impact
- Sex work and related issues
- HIV, Drug Use, Sexual Risk
- Consumer Attitudes and Food Labeling
- HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
- Vietnamese History and Culture Studies
- Urban Agriculture and Sustainability
- Psychological Well-being and Life Satisfaction
- Health disparities and outcomes
- Food Security and Health in Diverse Populations
- Public Health and Nutrition
- Mental Health Treatment and Access
- Aging and Gerontology Research
- Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving
- Food Supply Chain Traceability
- Cultural Differences and Values
- Nutrition, Genetics, and Disease
- Poverty, Education, and Child Welfare
- Climate Change Communication and Perception
- Biochemical Analysis and Sensing Techniques
- Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life
- Socioeconomic Development in MENA
- Family and Disability Support Research
Wageningen University & Research
2021-2024
Erasmus University Rotterdam
2024
World Health Organization - Pakistan
2023
University of Florida
2023
International Food Policy Research Institute
2023
United Nations
2023
Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences
2022
International Center for Tropical Agriculture
2021
International Center for Tropical Agriculture
2019-2020
Vietnamese food systems are undergoing rapid transformation, with important implications for human and environmental health economic development. Poverty has decreased, diet quality under-nutrition have improved significantly since the end of Doi Moi reform period (1986-1993) as a result Viet Nam opening its economy increasing regional global trade. Yet poor is still contributing triple burden malnutrition, 25 percent stunting among children under age 5, 26 29 women children, respectively,...
Schools are a major source of food waste and an important setting for achieving dietary improvements. Few studies explore the links between nutrition. This study measured individual plate about 1700 primary school children in peri-urban Viet Nam, adding to evidence on low- middle-income countries. We used survey data whether is associated with personal characteristics such as sex, knowledge attitudes nutritious foods. Qualitative interviews focus groups teachers, parents, providers helped...
Background Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders among older people. Depressive symptoms are often overlooked and untreated in primary care settings. This study aims to assess prevalence depressive associated factors people Vietnam. Method The analyzed data from Vietnam National Aging Survey (VNAS) conducted 2022 with a nationally representative sample 3,006 aged 60 over 12 provinces. 15-item Geriatric Scale (GDS-15) was used symptoms. Bivariate multiple logistic...
Despite intensive HIV education and prevention efforts in the past few years, stigmatizing attitudes toward people living with (PLWH) remain a major barrier to treatment Vietnam. The purpose of this study was examine prevalence regarding identify correlative factors that impact perceptions PLWH among heretofore overlooked demographic Vietnamese society: women who are migrant workers designated industrial zones (IZs). A cross-sectional conducted 1061 aged 18 29 from January 2020 November...
Schools are an attractive entry point to improve children's diets, as their eating habits can be shaped during childhood and the information disseminated from school reach adults through children. We implemented a cluster-randomized trial in 12 schools peri-urban Viet Nam assess if two school-based interventions increased knowledge of healthy diets among children parents, well consumption foods. First, were given lessons about food before lunch encouraged share with parents. Second, provided...
There is limited evidence on food environment in low and middle-income countries (LMICs) the application of frameworks associated metrics such settings. Our study examines how varies across an urban-peri-urban-rural gradient from three sites North Viet Nam its relationship with child undernutrition status household consumption processed food. By comparing environments, we present a picture typical emerging economy specific features as non-market sources (own production transfers) dominance...
Human diets and their associated environmental impacts differ across segments of the population. There is evidence that consumer choices food intake can also affect overall a system. This paper analyzes impact rural–urban transect in Northern Vietnam by using mixed survey data from 619 adult respondents. The average greenhouse gas emissions (GHGE) resulting producing daily adults urban peri-urban districts were similar, while rural district was lower. Although starchy staples contributed...
Objectives To assess the prevalence of depressive symptoms and associated factors among people living with HIV (PLWH) who were current cigarette smokers receiving treatment at outpatient clinics (OPCs) in Vietnam. Design A cross-sectional survey HIV. Setting The study was carried out 13 OPCs located Ha Noi, Participants included 527 PLWH aged 18 above OPCs. Outcome measures used Centre for Epidemiology Scale Depression to symptoms. associations between symptoms, tobacco dependence other...
Food choices that shape human diets and health are influenced by various socio-economic factors. Vietnam struggles to meet many nutrition targets where links between food choice diet have not been widely explored. This study assesses the motives, based on a 28-item questionnaire (FCQ), quality of 603 adults in three sites (urban, peri-urban, rural) northern Vietnam. We assess using Diet Quality Index-Vietnam (DQI-V) which consists variety, adequacy, moderation, balance components. Using...
Background: Young migrant workers working in the industrial zones (IZ) low and middle-income countries are at risk for HIV other sexually transmitted diseases. This study examines sex-related risks of young women IZ Vietnam. Materials Methods: cross-sectional survey was conducted among 1,061 park Hanoi, Multivariate logistic regression analysis used to identify factors associated with testing condom use last sex. Results: A total completed which 652 participants consented take initial rapid...
There is a paucity of research on the frequency, intensity, and content fears experienced by Hispanic (or Latino) American youth with mental retardation. We assessed 48 retardation (ages 10 to 21 years) using Fear Survey for Children With Without Mental Retardation. Although differences were found in across age gender groups, number intensity did not differ. Promising evidence validity this survey instrument was attained its significant correlations Revised Children's Manifest Anxiety Scale....
Schools are an attractive entry point to improve children’s diets, as their eating habits can be shaped during childhood and the information disseminated from school reach adults through children. We implemented a cluster-randomized trial in 12 schools peri-urban Viet Nam assess if two school-based interventions increased knowledge of healthy diets among children parents, well consumption foods. First, were given lessons about food before lunch encouraged share with parents. Second,...
With increased burden of malnutrition on global health, there is a need to set clear and transparent priorities for action in food systems at local level. While priority settings methods are available several adjacent domains, such as nutrition health policies, setting system research has not been documented streamlined. The challenges involve systems' multisector, multi-stakeholder multi-outcome nature. Where data exists, it easy aggregate from across dimensions stakeholders make an...
In the interest of public health, it is important to nudge children toward healthier food choices (e.g., beverages with less added sugar). We conducted a field experiment in peri-urban region Vietnam evaluate effects information and cognitive dissonance on children. Our sample consisted more than 1200 primary school children, randomly assigned into three groups: control, health information, plus hypocrisy inducement. The third group was intended raise by illustrating gap between what people...
Abstract Stress leads to unhealthy food choices since the school-age stage. Yet, there is limited evidence particularly in low- and middle-income countries regarding impact of stress-reduction strategies on children’s choices. Such aspects were crucial during recent COVID-19 pandemic, which exacerbated psychological distress unhealthier among children. During pandemic period, we conducted a field experiment southern Mexico assess over 1,400 children aged 9–12. Half school-classes sample...
Background: Depression is a common mental disorder that significantly contributes to the global burden of disease. Studies have consistently reported migrant workers experience higher levels depressive symptoms, especially women. Aims: This study aimed examine mediation role sexual self-efficacy on relationship between psychological wellbeing, and symptoms among young female in Vietnam’s industrial zones. Methods: A cross-sectional was conducted 1061 aged 18 29 from January November 2020...
Abstract Background . Young migrant workers living in low- and middle-income countries often experience the barriers inadequate access to HIV prevention treatment services. This study examines prevalence of testing, associated factors reasons for obtaining not testing among young women working industrial zones Hanoi, Vietnam. Methods. A cross-sectional was conducted 1061 (aged 18 29) Thang Long zone Data were collected via a face-to-face interview from January 2020 June 2021. Multivariable...
Abstract Background Young migrant workers living in low- and middle-income countries often experience barriers inadequate access to HIV prevention treatment services. This study examines the prevalence of testing, associated factors, reasons for obtaining not testing among young sexually active women an industrial zone Hanoi, Vietnam. Methods A cross-sectional was conducted 512 (aged 18 29) working Thang Long Data collected via a face-to-face interview from January 2020 June 2021....