American Journal of Health Research

Volume 4, Issue 5, September 2016

  • Analysis of Hazards for Hepatitis B Virus, Across Departments and Occupations, Among Health Care Workers in Public Hospitals in White Nile State, Sudan, 2013

    Taha Ahmed Elmukashfi Elsheikh, Abdelgadir Ali Bashir, Siham Ahmed Balla, Asma Abdelaal Abdalla, Mawahib Ahmed Elawad Abu Elgasim, Zeinab Swareldahab

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 5, September 2016
    Pages: 117-120
    Received: 03 July 2016
    Accepted: 12 July 2016
    Published: 10 August 2016
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    Abstract: Background: Hepatitis B virus infection is a recognized occupational hazard for health care service providers. Aim: To determine hazard of HBV markers across department and occupation, among HCWs in public hospitals, White Nile State, Sudan. Methods: It was a cross sectional study, where 385 HCWs were selected randomly. Close ended questionnaire wa... Show More
  • Pattern of Partial Edentulism and Its Relation to Age, Gender, Causes of Teeth Loss in Jazan Population

    Mohammed M. Al Moaleem, Dawood M. Somaili, Tayeb A. Ageeli, Sultan M. Namis, Abdulaziz H. Mobarki, Mohamed Sobhy Mohamed, Jameel A Saib, Khurshid A. Matto

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 5, September 2016
    Pages: 121-126
    Received: 27 July 2016
    Accepted: 04 August 2016
    Published: 25 August 2016
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    Abstract: Introduction: Statistic distribution of Kennedy's classifications and tooth loss among general population are important reasons to assess the dentures needs and impact of preventive dentistry in any society. Aim: To determine the frequency and pattern of Kennedys classification among Jazan population in relation to different age group, gender, site... Show More
  • Satisfaction with Diabetes Services at Primary Care Level, Khartoum State, Sudan

    Siham Ahmed Balla, Kamil Mirghani Ali Shaaban, Haiedr Abu Ahmed Mohamed, Sulaf Ibrahim Abdelaziz, Siddik Mohamed Ahmed Shaheen

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 5, September 2016
    Pages: 127-133
    Received: 22 July 2016
    Accepted: 24 August 2016
    Published: 24 September 2016
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    Abstract: Background: Patients` satisfaction is an important source of information about outcome quality of care. The objective was to measure satisfaction with diabetes services provided to diabetic patients attending primary care health centres compared to specialized diabetes centres in Khartoum state, Sudan. Methods: A cross sectional study was carried t... Show More
  • Survival Rate of Oral Bacteria on Toothbrush and Miswak Stick

    Ismail Abbas Darout, Husham Elraih Homeida

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 5, September 2016
    Pages: 134-137
    Received: 28 August 2016
    Accepted: 10 September 2016
    Published: 29 September 2016
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    Abstract: Introduction: Oral hygiene aids including toothbrushes if not rinsed in a proper disinfectant can affect oral bacterial translocation and re-infection of the oral cavity due contamination. Aim of the study: The aim of this study was to investigate the survival rate of total oral bacteria on toothbrush and miswak. Material and methods: Totally, 12yo... Show More
  • Oral Health Related Knowledge and Behavior Among Secondary School Students in Jazan Region, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

    Ismail Abbas Darout, Ali Yehia Mubarky, Majed Ahmed Abduh

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 5, September 2016
    Pages: 138-142
    Received: 28 August 2016
    Accepted: 10 September 2016
    Published: 29 September 2016
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    Abstract: Introduction: Awareness of oral health and related behavior are essential for prevention of dental caries andperiodontal diseases. This study explores secondary school students in Jazan region, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the respect to frequency and quality of use and the socio-demographic distribution of oral health knowledge and behavior. Mater... Show More
  • Indigenous Santal People Sense and Etiology Regarding Black Fever Illness

    Md. Yeamin Ali, Md. Redwanur Rahman, Akib Javed, Arook Toppo, Mst. Rupali Akhtar

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 5, September 2016
    Pages: 143-150
    Received: 08 August 2016
    Accepted: 19 August 2016
    Published: 09 October 2016
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    Abstract: The study aim is to know indigenous people perception, diagnosis and etiology about black fever. The perception of black fever differs to them. To them, black fever means curse of God, black power and black magic. 70% patients know about black fever through NGO or medical test. Indigenous Santal people said about different physical characteristics ... Show More