This study aimed to determine the prevalence of physical inactivity and sedentary behaviors during COVID-19 pandemic among Bangladeshi people. An online survey was conducted 2,028 people over a period 10 days on June, 2020 at time that number newly diagnosed cases increasing, lockdown still in place. Survey questions included socio-demographics an adapted version IPAQ-SF assess activity behaviors. The rates (<600 MET–minutes/week) high (≥8 h/day) were 37.9% 20.9%, respectively. Regression...

Abstract Background Researchers have claimed that problematic internet use (PIU) and addiction (IA) is a global mental health problem. However, little research has addressed this issue in Bangladesh no previous study examined the relationship between PIU potential psychological risk factors. Aim The present prevalence of its associated factors including socio‐demographic variables, behaviors, other variables loneliness, self‐esteem, distress. Methods A cross‐sectional was conducted among...

Breast cancer is a global health issue and leading cause of death among women. Early detection through increased awareness knowledge on breast screening thus crucial. The aim the present study was to assess effect an educational intervention program practice self-examination young female students university in Bangladesh.A quasi-experimental (pre-post) design conducted at Jahangirnagar University Bangladesh. Educational information (BSE), demonstration BSE procedure leaflets were distributed...

This study aimed to determine the prevalence of and factors associated with suicidal ideation among university students in Bangladesh. We collected cross-sectional data from 407 aged between 18 27 years at Jahangirnagar University (Dhaka, Bangladesh), using a convenience sampling technique. Of total sample, 13.8% reported having during past 12 months. In multiple logistic regression analysis, being female, fifth-year student, lower socioeconomic status, exposure traumatic events, family...

Background Common mental disorders in early life represent a major concern as they become more complex and intense with transition into adolescence. Despite global recognition of the significance adolescent health, it remains neglected area research health policy Bangladesh. This study aimed to investigate prevalence factors associated depression anxiety among school going adolescents Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted 563 students aged 13–18 years at selected schools (secondary...

Early diagnosis of breast cancer is the best approach towards its control that may result in alleviating related mortality and morbidity. This study aimed to evaluate knowledge about both practices perceived barriers self-examination among female university students Bangladesh. A cross-sectional was carried out with 400 Jahangirnagar University, Participants were sampled from dormitories at January April 2020. Proportionate stratified random sampling conducted calculate sample each...

Online activities such as online gaming and social media use have become very popular for most individuals, engagement in is highly enjoyable. However, a small minority of behaviors can lead to problematic internet use. There are many screening instruments that assess including the nine-item Internet Disorder Scale-Short-Form (IDS9-SF). The present study translated IDS9-SF into Bangla investigated its psychometric properties. sample comprised 534 adolescents aged 13 18 years (61.0% male;...

Substance abuse is a major concern worldwide and increasing rapidly in Bangladesh. However, there are no prior studies concerning lifestyle-related factors that influence adolescents' substance use behavior. Therefore, the present study investigated prevalence of its associated sociodemographic risk among total 424 Bangladeshi high school-going adolescents through structured questionnaire interview study. The survey consisted socio-demographics, information, use-related questions. For data...

Despite extensive global research on second-hand smoking (SHS) exposure, there is a noticeable lack of studies focusing the knowledge and attitudes university students in Bangladesh. This cross-sectional study aimed to address this gap by assessing levels towards SHS exposure among Utilizing convenience sampling technique, data were collected from 383 students, encompassing socio-demographic information, as well attitude-related inquiries. Statistical analyses conducted using SPSS software,...

Background: Self-medication practice (SMP) is widely adopted among residents of such countries as Bangladesh. However, the major determinants SMP have only scarcely been evaluated. Therefore, this cross-sectional study aimed to fill knowledge gap by assessing prevalence and determining factors SMP. Methods: A convenience sample individuals residing in Savar (Dhaka, Bangladesh) > 16 years age suffering from an illness 2 months underwent face-to-face interviews during January–February, 2019....

BackgroundPreventing depression and helping individuals to become more resilient depression, awareness-related programs have been suggested. To implement such programs, literacy (D-Lit) assessment is needed. However, little information known about it in Bangladesh, this gap was addressed - the present study.MethodsAn online-based cross-sectional survey carried out among 404 university students (62.6% male; 69.3% undergraduates, mean age = 22.35 ± 2.69 years). The included questions asking...

Abstract Background and Aims Infection with the hepatitis B virus is a serious public health problem that growing all over world. Therefore, in this context, there no exception to participation disease burden reduction. Consequently, for first time Bangladesh, current study aims assess level of vaccination status, knowledge, attitude, practice infection among general people. Methods A cross‐sectional was carried out between December 15, 2021, January 17, 2022, including sociodemographic...

ABSTRACT Background and Aims Organ donation is the last option for patients with end‐stage organ failure, but number of people in need transplantation outweighs supply donor organs. A thorough analysis public understanding required to design educational programs that increase commitment donation. Therefore, present study aimed explore Bangladeshi adults' understanding, attitudes, willingness towards donation, while also investigating sources information, gender‐specific knowledge,...

Pre-eclampsia (PE) is a major cause of maternal and prenatal morbidity mortality in developing countries. PE occurs about 6% the general women population. It complicates 5-15% pregnancies over 20 weeks responsible for 16% mortality. Pre-delivery serum Ferritin concentration was significantly higher patients with eclampsia than healthy pregnant women. The ferritin best sensitive marker iron status parameters reflecting preeclampsia. aim study to explore association between Preeclampsia do...

Background: Autism, one of the most widespread problems in world, is rising alarmingly Bangladesh day by day. Over decade autism has become visible and articulated social issues Bangladesh. Besides, our country, journey a mother with special child challenge.&#x0D; Objectives: To find out experiences challenges mothers having children ASDs.&#x0D; Materials Methods: The study was based on case method where 20 were selected purposively from Dhaka division. Data collected using an open ended...

Objectives: This study aimed to assess the level of awareness and knowledge regarding HPV infection attitude towards vaccination among students Jahangirnagar University (Dhaka, Bangladesh). Methods: A cross-sectional was conducted in a random sample 400 recruited from different disciplines University. self-administered (paper-and-pencil) questionnaire used collect data. Results: Among participants, 177 (44.3%) were males, 134 (33.5%) studying biology (meanSD age: 21.461.93 years). While...

Background: Diabetes management poses significant challenges worldwide, with individuals often facing increased risks of mental health issues, including suicidal behaviors. While traditional statistical methods have been used to assess risk factors, this study introduces machine learning techniques predict behaviors among diabetic patients. Therefore, aims investigate the prevalence and factors diabetes in Bangladesh using both models. Methods: A cross‐sectional was carried out 390 patients,...

Abstract Early diagnosis of breast cancer is the best approach towards its control that may result in alleviating related mortality and morbidity. This study aimed to evaluate knowledge about both practices perceived barriers self-examination among female university students Bangladesh. A cross-sectional was carried out with 400 Jahangirnagar University, Participants were sampled from dormitories at January April 2020. Proportionate stratified random sampling conducted calculate sample each...

Background: Researchers have claimed that problematic internet use (PIU) and addiction (IA) is a global mental health problem. However, little research has addressed this issue in Bangladesh no previous study examined the relationship between PIU potential psychological risk factors.Aim: The present prevalence of its associated factors including socio-demographic variables, behaviors, other variables loneliness, self-esteem, distress.Methods: A cross-sectional was conducted among Bangladeshi...

Abstract Background Breast cancer is a global health issue and leading cause of death among women. Early detection through increased awareness knowledge on breast screening thus crucial. The aim the present study was to assess effect educational intervention program practice self-examination young female students university in Bangladesh. Methods A quasi-experimental one group (pre-post) design conducted at Jahangirnagar University Educational information (BSE), demonstration BSE procedure...