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BackgroundThis study investigates the health status and social determinants of health among Roma and Sinti communities residing in Italy living in settlements and camps, with a particular focus on education, housing cond...

Abstract Background In Hatay, Türkiye, which suffered extensive devastation from the earthquake of 2023, people were living in container cities during the recovery process. While the physical and psychological effects o...

Introduction and aims: While oral health status and psychosocial factors are associated with oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL), the mechanisms remain unclear. This study aims to investigate their relationships...

IntroductionEpidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a rare genetic disease with skin and mucosal fragility. Severe cases present major physical and psychological compromise, contributing to comorbidities and reducing oral health-r...

Background Experiencing a pandemic can be very unsettling and may have a negative impact on the mental health of frontline healthcare workers (HCWs). This may have serious consequences for the overall well-being of HCWs,...

Abstract Background The household registration system in China places migrants in a vulnerable status regarding access to local public services, including limited access to health services. Most studies on migrants’ he...

Introduction Health literacy is known to be deficient in diverse populations. This study aims to evaluate the health literacy of a segment of Australia’s adult population following the COVID-19 pandemic.Method Using qu...

Abstract Background Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a rare genetic disorder that causes extreme skin fragility, chronic pain, and functional impairment, with major psychosocial and economic consequences. Health-related qua...

Indonesia's Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR) remains elevated compared to other ASEAN nations. Various factors contribute to this issues, including high-risk pregnancies and delay in referral to healthcare facilities. One a...

Introduction: Informal workers are a priority for health equity. However, Indonesian employment laws provide limited legal social protection to informal workers, which may constrain access to health insurance. From the s...

BackgroundClimate change poses a significant threat to public health. In China, relevant health intervention research is still in its early stages, and evidence for evaluating the effectiveness of regional climate change...

Proses penuaan merupakan salah satu faktor sistemik yang mempengaruhi respon tubuh terhadap terjadinya penyakit periodontal. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara pengetahuan, sikap dan perilaku terha...

Health is a goal of every person, but also of all humanity, at all times. In this material, the main indicators specific to the health system in the European Union in the period 2011-2023 are presented and evaluated. I...

IntroductionThis study aims to explore the relationship between residential context and health-related outcomes. It seeks to analyze the differences in sociodemographic profiles, health status, psychosocial well-being, a...

Abstract Background So far, digital health literacy (DHL) has been linked to disparities in access to digital tools, differences in usage habits, and varying levels of proficiency in using digital technologies. The aim o...

Abstract Background Health assessment instruments are essential for individual health monitoring, yet most existing tools rely on periodic surveys and lack the capacity to integrate large-scale digital health data. With ...

Political orientation has been linked to short-term health outcomes, yet its long-term effects remain underexplored. Given the influence of political contexts on health, understanding these associations is crucial for pu...

The aim of the present study was to identify the prevalence of metabolic syndrome at 22 and 30 years of age, determine inequalities by sex, skin color, and socioeconomic status, and investigate the intersections of these...

Conventional and electrical cigarette use could result in bad pathological conditions in the oral cavity, which may lead to periodontal diseases. This research aimed to determine the differences in the oral hygiene and c...

ABSTRACT Background and Aims Child nutrition is crucial for a country's economic development. In Bangladesh, nearly half of the children under five suffer from malnutrition, with higher rates in rural areas. This study a...

Abstract Background Population ageing presents increasing challenges for health systems. Identifying complex needs and planning individualized care through Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA), promoting intergenerat...

ABSTRACT Background and Aims Cervical cancer remain a major public health concern, especially among underserved women. Early detection through Pap or HPV testing reduces incidence and mortality, yet screening disparities...

Bo Lv,1,2,* Zhaoyang Wang,1,* Kai Meng1,2 1School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, People’s Republic of China; 2Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, Peopl...

ABSTRACT Background and Aims People with mental health disorders experience disproportionately poor oral health and face persistent barriers to maintaining oral hygiene. This study aimed to assess the feasibility of supp...