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Journal of Current Health Sciences
Published by Utan Kayu Institute
ISSN : 28093275     EISSN : 28092236     DOI : https://doi.org/10.47679/jchs
Core Subject : Health, Science,
Dentistry Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology Neuroscience Nursing Public Health Veterinary
Journal of Current Health Sciences is a journal developed to disseminate and discuss the scientific literature and other research on the development of health, especially in nursing and midwifery. This journal is intended as a medium for communication among stakeholders on health research such as researchers, educators, students, practitioners of the Health Office, Department of Health, Public Health Service centre, as well as the general public who have an interest in the matter. This journal contains a script on Health Sciences that includes: Nursing Midwifery Environmental Health Mental health Community nursing Labor Health Public health critical care nursing Medical nursing Paediatric nursing
Arjuna Subject : Profesi Kesehatan - Profesi Kesehatan (Lain-Lain)
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Awareness of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) in young adult female university students from Lahore Pakistan Riaz, Muhammad Waseem; Ashraf, Shiza; Azam, Muhammad Saad; Butt, Nauman Ismat; Waris, Barak; Ghoauri , Muhammad Sohail Ajmal
Journal of Current Health Sciences Vol. 6 No. 1: 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47679/jchs.2026143

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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a prevalent endocrine disorder among women of reproductive age, associated with menstrual irregularities, infertility, and long-term metabolic risks. Despite its common occurrence, awareness and understanding of PCOS remain inadequate among young women. This study aimed to assess the level of awareness, common misconceptions, and sources of information about PCOS among young adult female university students. A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted at Superior University, Lahore, Pakistan. One hundred female students aged 18–25 years were recruited through non-probability consecutive sampling after obtaining informed consent. Participants with a current or past diagnosis of PCOS were excluded. Data on demographics, knowledge and perceptions of PCOS were collected using a structured self-administered questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS version 23. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize the findings. All participants (100%) had heard of PCOS. Knowledge accuracy was limited: 71% recognized irregular menstrual cycles as a common symptom, only 47% correctly identified PCOS as a hormonal disorder, and 38% considered it treatable. Emotional and perception responses were predominantly worry (67%) and fear (24%), with 57% associating PCOS with infertility. The majority perceived lifestyle modification (54%) as the preferred treatment. Main sources of awareness were educational settings (46%) and TV/social media (30%). Notably, just over half (52%) indicated they would seek medical consultation, highlighting a key behavioral implication for campus health education. While awareness of PCOS was high, misconceptions about its hormonal basis and management persist, and emotional responses indicate considerable concern among students. Targeted health education programs are needed to improve knowledge, address misconceptions, and promote timely help-seeking behaviors in university settings.
A Systematic Review of Regional Practices and Nutraceutical Management Strategies in the treatment of Dengue Fever Sazu, MD. Hassan; Chowdhury, Atikah Islam; Iqbal, Hrishik; Hassan, Md Abul; Devi, Joti; Syrmos, Nikolaos
Journal of Current Health Sciences Vol. 6 No. 1: 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47679/jchs.2026145

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Dengue fever (DF), one of the common mosquito-borne viral diseases in humans, is still a serious public health problem throughout the world with special emphasis on tropical and subtropical areas. Though there are significant morbidity and mortality, treatments are mainly supportive; thus, additional approaches that may decrease disease severity are warranted. There is accumulating evidence that micronutrient status may potentially affect immune responses and clinical outcome in DF, thus supporting more general observations of nutritional modulation of susceptibility to, disease progression or outcome from infectious diseases. To assess this possibility, we considered the literature on micronutrient supplementation for DF patients. Vitamin C, Vitamin D, vitamin E and zinc were reported in some studies to potentially reduce recovery time, improve platelet trends and decrease severity of illness. In contrast, folic acid did not have any significant effects on clinical end points. However, as the available literature is fraught with obvious weaknesses such as small sample size, differing results between studies and an inadequate assessment of patients' nutritional status at the outset, any clinical recommendations are weakened. Although vitamins D and E have shown promise in preliminary trials, the existing body of evidence is not clear and coherent. This review addresses the increasing attention on micronutrient interventions in DF as well as the necessity of good quality randomized controlled trials that provide better exposure about their therapeutic effects and evidence-based recommendations.
Adherence to Dietary Recommendations and Associated Factors Among Adults Aged 40 Years and Older with Type 2 Diabetes: A Cross-Sectional Study at Kericho County, Kenya Wanzala, Joel; Wandia, Florence; Chepngetich, Irine
Journal of Current Health Sciences Vol. 6 No. 1: 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47679/jchs.2026146

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Type 2 diabetes is a major public health problem globally. There are limited data on adherence to dietary recommendations and its associated factors among type 2 diabetes patients, especially in Kericho, Kenya. Therefore, this study assessed the level and factors associated with adherence to dietary recommendations among type 2 diabetes patients aged 40+ years in Kericho County. A hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted at Kericho County Referral Hospital in Kericho County, involving 414 type 2 diabetes patients aged 40+ years. Data was collected using validated and standardized structured questionnaires. SPSS version 26 was used to analyze data. Bivariate and multivariate logistic regression was used to identify factors associated with dietary adherence. Out of 414 participants, only 43.5% had good adherence to dietary recommendations. Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that participants aged 70 years and above (AOR: 10.99, 95% CI: 1.61 – 25.08, p = 0.014), attained tertiary/college education (AOR: 8.20, 95% CI: 1.61 – 19.04, p = 0.021), no comorbidity (AOR: 2.78, 95% CI: 1.30 – 5.93, p = 0.008), had not experienced any complication (AOR: 3.09, 95% CI: 1.37 – 6.99, p = 0.007) had higher odds of good adherence to the recommended diet.  Additionally, respondents with over 10 years since being diagnosed with diabetes (AOR: 0.57, 95% CI: 0.27 – 0.78, p = 0.024), had not received diabetes nutritional education (AOR: 0.15, 95% CI: 0.08 – 0.59, p <0.001), and lived with more than five family members (AOR: 0.43, 95% CI: 0.19 – 0.87, p < 0.001) had a lower likelihood of good adherence to dietary recommendations. The rate of dietary adherence was found to be relatively low in Kericho County, and significantly influenced with age, education level, comorbidity, diabetes-related complications, exposure to diabetes nutritional education and family structure. Provision and the implementation of structured and culturally tailored nutrition education using routine clinic-based counseling, standardized meal-planning guides, peer support groups, and regular dietitian follow-up to strengthen adherence and improve glycemic outcomes.
How Family and Health Cadres Enable Routine Integrated Antenatal Care (ANC) Attendance Among Pregnant Women: A Descriptive Phenomenological Study in Jombang, Indonesia Azizah, Ninik; Annuchasari, Helmi; Rahmawati, Vivin Eka; Wulandari, Dewi Triloka
Journal of Current Health Sciences Vol. 6 No. 1: 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47679/jchs.2026147

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Integrated Antenatal Care (ANC) depends on sustained attendance across pregnancy, yet routine participation remains uneven. This study explored how pregnant women interpret family and health cadre support for maintaining routine Integrated ANC at the Jarak Kulon Primary Health Care Center, Jombang. Routine was defined as attending scheduled Integrated ANC contacts (PHC/Posyandu) and rescheduling any missed appointment within the same month. Using descriptive phenomenology, purposive sampling recruited pregnant women residing in the catchment area who had attended Integrated ANC in the current pregnancy, along with health cadres and key family supporters. Data were collected in March 2025 through in-depth semi-structured interviews (10 pregnant women, 4 cadres, 3 family members), supported by participatory observation and document review, and analyzed iteratively using Miles and Huberman’s reduction–display–verification procedures with NVivo. Two interrelated themes were identified. Cadre support functioned mainly as informational and instrumental support—education on ANC and danger signs, schedule reminders (including WhatsApp), home follow-up after missed visits, and assistance navigating access constraints. Family support operated primarily as emotional and instrumental support—reassurance, accompaniment, financial prioritization, and household task adjustments that made attendance feasible. Overall, participants described support as strengthening confidence and capability to keep visits on schedule, consistent with House’s (1981) social support dimensions.   Abstrak. Pelayanan Antenatal Terpadu (ANC) memerlukan kehadiran yang berkelanjutan sepanjang kehamilan, namun partisipasi rutin masih belum merata. Penelitian ini mengeksplorasi bagaimana ibu hamil memaknai dukungan keluarga dan kader kesehatan dalam mempertahankan kunjungan ANC Terpadu yang rutin di Puskesmas Jarak Kulon, Jombang. “Rutin” didefinisikan sebagai menghadiri kontak ANC Terpadu yang terjadwal (Puskesmas/Posyandu) dan menjadwalkan ulang setiap kunjungan yang terlewat dalam bulan yang sama. Dengan menggunakan fenomenologi deskriptif, teknik purposive sampling merekrut ibu hamil yang tinggal di wilayah kerja dan telah mengikuti ANC Terpadu pada kehamilan saat ini, serta kader kesehatan dan anggota keluarga pendukung utama. Data dikumpulkan pada Maret 2025 melalui wawancara mendalam semi-terstruktur (10 ibu hamil, 4 kader, 3 anggota keluarga), didukung observasi partisipatif dan telaah dokumen, lalu dianalisis secara iteratif menggunakan prosedur reduksi–penyajian–verifikasi Miles dan Huberman dengan NVivo. Ditemukan dua tema yang saling terkait. Dukungan kader terutama berfungsi sebagai dukungan informasional dan instrumental—edukasi tentang ANC dan tanda bahaya, pengingat jadwal (termasuk WhatsApp), tindak lanjut ke rumah setelah kunjungan terlewat, serta bantuan menavigasi kendala akses. Dukungan keluarga terutama berfungsi sebagai dukungan emosional dan instrumental—penguatan, pendampingan, prioritas pembiayaan, dan penyesuaian tugas rumah tangga sehingga kunjungan menjadi mungkin. Secara umum, partisipan memaknai dukungan sebagai penguat kepercayaan diri dan kemampuan untuk menjaga kunjungan tetap sesuai jadwal, selaras dengan dimensi dukungan sosial House (1981).

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