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Journal of Asian-african Focus in Health
Published by Pemuda Peduli Publikasi Insan Ilmiah
ISSN : -     EISSN : 29879418     DOI : https://doi.org/10.71435
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Journal of Asian African Focus in Health ISSN 29879418 is a peer reviewed open access publication devoted to Medical and Health Science Study including Health Veterinary medicine Health Care Pathology Pediatrics Nursing Public health and preventive medicine etc The journals submissions will be evaluated with a blind review process Sciemedica Journal is published by Pemuda Peduli Publikasi Insan Ilmiah Scieclouds Publishing of one volume a year
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Examining the Impact of Socioeconomic Inequality and Targeted Interventions on Healthcare Disparities Balougun, Irreti; Tunde, Ibrahim; Ronke, Omotola
Journal of Asian-african Focus in Health Vol. 1 No. 2 (2023): Journal of Asian-african Focus in Health
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.71435/595679

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Healthcare disparities remain a critical challenge in Nigeria, where socioeconomic inequality, geographic barriers, and limited healthcare infrastructure contribute to unequal access to healthcare services and suboptimal health outcomes. This study employed a quantitative research approach to examine the impact of targeted interventions on healthcare disparities across urban and rural regions of Nigeria. Using a cross-sectional survey design, data were collected from 500 respondents, selected through stratified random sampling, to ensure representation across different socioeconomic groups and geographic locations. Descriptive analysis revealed that 44% of respondents reported fair or poor health, with the majority citing long distances to healthcare facilities and economic limitations as primary barriers to access. Inferential analysis using Pearson correlation showed a significant negative relationship between income level and healthcare access (r = -0.58, p < 0.05). Multiple regression analysis further demonstrated that targeted interventions, such as increased healthcare funding and community-based health programs, significantly predicted improvements in healthcare utilization and health outcomes (β = 0.67, p < 0.01). The study also highlighted disparities in maternal and child health indicators, emphasizing the need for tailored policies to address these issues. By integrating successful strategies from other countries, this research offers practical recommendations for policymakers to improve healthcare equity in Nigeria. The findings contribute to the existing literature by addressing gaps related to the effectiveness of targeted interventions in mitigating healthcare disparities in developing contexts.
Exploring the Influence of Cognitive Attention on Health Behaviors and Public Health Outcomes Rapidly Developing Socio Cultural Context Hkyunh, Trueng; Dhang, Phạm; Bui, Le
Journal of Asian-african Focus in Health Vol. 1 No. 2 (2023): Journal of Asian-african Focus in Health
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.71435/595680

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This study explores the impact of cognitive attention on public health outcomes in Vietnam, focusing on how cognitive attention influences health-related behaviors such as vaccination adherence, regular health check-ups, medication compliance, and lifestyle habits. Using a structured questionnaire distributed to 30 participants, the research assesses cognitive attention through a modified Cognitive Attention Scale (CAS) and evaluates health behaviors using a Health Behavior Index (HBI). The findings reveal a strong positive correlation between cognitive attention and health behaviors, with higher levels of cognitive attention associated with improved health practices. Multiple regression analysis identified cognitive attention as the strongest predictor of health behaviors, explaining 45% of the variance in health outcomes. Additionally, ANOVA results indicated significant differences in cognitive attention and health behaviors across demographic groups, particularly education level. This study addresses a notable gap in the literature by examining cognitive attention in a non-Western, rapidly developing country context, specifically Vietnam, where socio-cultural factors shape health-related decision-making differently than in Western societies. The research contributes valuable insights into how cognitive attention influences health behaviors and informs public health strategies that can be tailored to the cognitive needs of different demographic groups in Vietnam. The study's findings emphasize the importance of incorporating cognitive factors into public health interventions to improve health outcomes in a culturally relevant manner.
The Impact of Strength Training on Bone Mineral Density and Fracture Risk in Older Adults Azahrah, Nurul Islah; Jasman, Rika Safitri; Safitri, Salmani
Journal of Asian-african Focus in Health Vol. 1 No. 2 (2023): Journal of Asian-african Focus in Health
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.71435/595692

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With the aging population, risks associated with bone density decline, osteoporosis calls for these people to seek ways to enhance their bone health as they age. Strengthening exercise or resistance training exercise has received a lot of emphasis due to the effects on the BMD and bone health in the elderly. This literature review aims to elucidate on the effects of strength training on bone health, using its modalities of action, effectiveness and biological pathways. It has been reveled in researches that strength training causes mechanical loading on bones through exerting force on bones by osteoblasts and osteoclasts thus increasing BMD. Also, strength training enables muscles pull with a lot of force on bones, thus improving their density and strength. Changes in hormonal levels and in the indices of bone turnover – osteocalcin and C-telopeptide, all point to the fact that resistance training is beneficial in influencing bone metabolism. It forms part of the current review comparing strength training to different combinations of exercise in the prevention or treatment of bone loss or fracture in older adults, a subject on which it draws conclusions that positive outcomes include increased BMD in lumbar spine and femoral neck, decrease in fracture risk. Similarly, strength training complemented with proper nutrition and other forms of exercise increases the benefits many folds. This review shall also stress on strength training as a feasible strategy to counter age related bone densing and fracture rate and improved quality of life among the elderly.
Effective Public Health Strategies for Preventing Non Communicable Diseases Through Risk Factor Management and Community Based Initiatives Effendi, Azhar; Maulana, Arfah; Dani, Dani
Journal of Asian-african Focus in Health Vol. 1 No. 2 (2023): Journal of Asian-african Focus in Health
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.71435/595694

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Chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) including cardiovascular diseases, cancers, chronic respiratory diseases and diabetes are the major causes of morbidity and mortality in the world contributing close to ¾ of global mortality. As described above, NCDs are increasing progressively around the world and particularly in LMICs, with a likelihood to overwhelm the entire health sector and hinder sustainable development. This work examines evidence from numerous public health interventions aimed at preventing NCDs by controlling modifiable lifestyle factors including unhealthy diets, physical inactivity, tobacco use and excessive alcohol consumption. Both health promotion and legislative conducts have shown high levels of effectiveness: in increasing knowledge and enhancing people’s behaviors; in decreasing the opportunity of exposure to risk factors such as through tobacco taxation and through implementation of sugar-sweetened beverages taxes. Mobile programs have helped in increasing accessibility of healthy food and enhancing physical activities that would suite the decreasing incidences of obesity and related diseases. Also, under the healthcare system, screening programs and integrated care, have indeed improved early detection and control of NCDs. Nevertheless, current challenges that are related to increases in social inequalities, cultural differences, restricted access to healthcare services, etc., still remain especially in LMICs. It notes that more efforts should be channeled towards the targeted approaches in line with the geographical culture that should involve multi-sectoral participation and whose implementation should undergo periodic assessment and accreditation to increase the effectiveness of the NCD control measures. When appropriately applied, all-inclusive and work-setting informed approaches will go a long way in easing the impact of NCDs within the population and fortifying the world’s public health systems.
Effects of Progressive Strength Training on Bone Health and Functional Fitness in Older Adults Aged Sixty and Above Istiqamah, Nurul; Sari, Wanda; Silviana, Vinny
Journal of Asian-african Focus in Health Vol. 1 No. 2 (2023): Journal of Asian-african Focus in Health
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.71435/595695

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The present research aims at evaluating the effectiveness of a 12-week progressive ST on bone and functional fitness of the older adults with limited evidence in the existing literature. In this experimental study, 100 sedentary elderly people who met the inclusion criteria were selected through purposive sampling and divided into two groups based on convenience sampling; experimental group n = 50 received supervised resistance training and the control group n = 50 continued with their normal daily activities with no exercise. BMD was measured by DXA at the lumbar spine, femoral neck, and the total hip. Osteocalcin and C-terminal telopeptide (CTX) were used also to determine bone formation and resorption rates. Basic and higher-level functional fitness was measured using the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test and the 30 second chair stand test. Significant results were noted in comparing the body composition, BMD, biomarkers of bone turnover, and functional fitness in the experimental group versus control group where p < 0.05 using pair sample t-test and two-way ANOVA. Taken together with prior research, these results offer strong confirmation of the value of strength training in building bone strength as well as increasing physical capabilities. In contrast to the previously mentioned studies this research encompasses a sample of older adults of different backgrounds, meaning the findings can enriched from a general perspective. This study highlights the need for broad integration of strength training in healthy aging framework for omorbidities of spine and fracture prevention along with functional dependency in elderly.

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