Better Health for Blokes¾A Community-Based Men's Health Program

1995 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 89
Author(s):  
Michael Yelland ◽  
Penny Penrose
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Health Program ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Health Centre ◽  
Group Processes ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Supportive Environment

In recognition of the specific health problems and needs of men, a community-based health program was set up at the Inala Community Health Centre in Brisbane in late 1994. This program aimed to create a supportive environment in which men with long term health problems could improve health awareness, attitudes and skills and their quality of life. The program involves a group of men who meet fortnightly to discuss health topics, assisted by facilitators and invited resource people. The group determines its own topics, activities and rules, and is working towards becoming independent of the facilitators. A qualitative evaluation of the group after seven months, confirmed that it has provided a supportive environment in which health concerns can be discussed and health knowledge can be improved. During this period a number of the men reported a reduction or cessation of smoking, improvement in dietary habits and an improved ability to relax and to communicate with people. The group has moved consistently towards independence, aided by reflection on group processes. Quantitatively, the group has shown a significant improvement in a quality of life index, from 4.95 +/- 0.79 at the start of the program to 5.68 +/- 0.74 after three months. This was maintained at 5.65 +/- 0.39 after seven months.

Prevalence of health problems among children and the role of health education in promotion of healthy habits

2020 ◽  
Vol 120 (5/6) ◽  
pp. 265-273
Author(s):  
Hana ALamari
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Health Education ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Kindergarten Children ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Healthy Habits ◽  
Teachers And Parents

PurposeKindergarten children are more susceptible to diseases as they are still in the process of acquiring immunity. The purpose of this study was to assess kindergarten teachers’ and parents' perception of the prevalence of health problems among children in Kuwait and the role of health education in promotion of healthy habits.Design/methodology/approachThe methodological aim of this study was to assess the factors that affected kindergarten children's health as children suffered from health problems that affected their quality of life. Therefore, a questionnaire was administered to evaluate kindergarten teachers’ and parents' perception of the main factors that caused increased health problems among children at higher rates than before. A total of 164 teachers and parents were recruited for this study and the questionnaire was completed.FindingsThe results indicated that kindergarten children suffered from different health problems that affected their quality of life. Lack of health knowledge and education in the society was one of the main reasons for the prevalence of these health problems among young children in Kuwait. The findings offered insight about the importance of health education and promotion in prevention of diseases.Originality/valueThis study offers insights into how to increase health knowledge and education in the Kuwaiti community to prevent and decrease health problems that affect children's health.

scholarly journals Mindfulness improves psychological quality of life in community-based patients with severe mental health problems: A pilot randomized clinical trial

2015 ◽  
Vol 168 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 530-536 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emilio López-Navarro ◽  
Cristina Del Canto ◽  
Miriam Belber ◽  
Antoni Mayol ◽  
Ovidio Fernández-Alonso ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Mental Health ◽  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Randomized Clinical Trial ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Psychological Quality Of Life

Health releated quality of life in irritable bowel syndrome: A community based study+

2001 ◽  
Vol 120 (5) ◽  
pp. A634-A634 ◽  
Author(s):  
K OLDEN ◽  
W CHEY ◽  
J BOYLE ◽  
E CARTER ◽  
L CHANG
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Irritable Bowel Syndrome ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Irritable Bowel

scholarly journals Quality of life, symptoms and dietary habits in oncology outpatients with malnutrition: A cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 38 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mira Sonneborn-Papakostopoulos ◽  
Clara Dubois ◽  
Viktoria Mathies ◽  
Mara Heß ◽  
Nicole Erickson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
At Risk ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Nutritional Assessment ◽  
Mini Nutritional Assessment ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
European Organization

AbstractCancer-related malnutrition has a high prevalence, reduces survival and increases side effects. The aim of this study was to assess oncology outpatients and risk of malnutrition. Reported symptoms and quality of life (QoL) in patients found to be at risk of malnutrition or malnourished were compared to patients without malnutrition. Using a standardized questionnaire, the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Questionnaire for Quality of Life and the Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA), patients in an outpatient cancer clinic undergoing chemotherapy treatment at a German University Hospital were assessed for nutrition, risk of malnutrition and quality of life. Based on the MNA, 39 (45.9%) patients were categorized as malnourished or at risk for malnutrition. Loss of appetite (n = 37.6%, p < 0.001) and altered taste sensation (n = 30,3%, p < 0.001) were the symptoms most frequently associated with reduced food intake. Patients with risk of malnutrition scored lower on the global health status (n = 48.15%, p = 0.001). Side effects of cancer treatments lead to a higher risk of malnutrition and as a consequence lower QoL. These side effects should be addressed more efficiently in cancer care.

scholarly journals Impact and cost-effectiveness evaluation of a community-based rehabilitation intervention on quality of life among Chinese adults with hearing loss: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Trials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Xin Ye ◽  
Dawei Zhu ◽  
Siyuan Chen ◽  
Xuefeng Shi ◽  
Rui Gong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Cost Effectiveness ◽  
Treatment Group ◽  
Hearing Aids ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Chinese Adults ◽  
Community Based ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background Hearing loss is quite prevalent and can be related to people’s quality of life. To our knowledge, there are limited studies assessing the efficacy of hearing interventions on quality of life in adults. Therefore, we aim to conduct a randomized controlled trial (RCT) to determine the impact and cost-effectiveness of community-based hearing rehabilitation on quality of life among Chinese adults with hearing loss. Methods/design In this two-arm feasibility study, participants aged 16 and above with some degree of hearing loss (n = 464) will be recruited from Linyi City, Shandong Province. They are randomly assigned to the treatment group or the control group. Those in the treatment group are prescribed with hearing aids, while those in the control group receive no intervention. Reinstruction in use of devices is provided for the treatment group during booster visits held 12 months post-randomization or unscheduled interim visits when necessary. Data are collected at baseline and the follow-up 20 months later. The primary outcome is changes in quality of life over a 20-month study period. Secondary outcomes include sub-dimensions in quality of life, physical functioning, chronic diseases, cognitive function, depression, social support, hospitalizations, falls, and healthcare costs. Finally, we will evaluate whether hearing aids intervention is cost-effective to apply in a large scale. Discussion The trial is designed to evaluate the impact and cost-effectiveness of a community-based rehabilitation intervention on quality of life among Chinese adults with hearing loss. We hope that it would help improve the well-being for Chinese adults and provide references in policy and practice for China and other countries. Trial registration Chinese Clinical Trial Registry ChiCTR1900024739. Registered on 26 July 2019.

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