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Assessment of Exclusive Breastfeeding among Lactating Women Visiting Al-Remal Primary Healthcare Clinic in Gaza, Palestine
(Al-Quds University, Deanship of Scientific Research, 2019-09-10)Breastfeeding has many health benefits for both the mother and infant. Breast milk contains all the nutrients an infant needs for the first six months of life. Breastfeeding protects against diarrhea and common childhood ... -
Assessment of Factors Associated with Obesity among Gaza Secondary Schools’ Female Students in Palestine
(Al-Quds University, Deanship of Scientific Research, 2019-09-10)Globally, obesity has increased among children, adolescents, and adults. At least 2.8 million people die each year worldwide as a result of being overweight or obese; mortality rates have shown to be proportional to the ... -
Assessment of Quality of Life for Thalassemia Patients in Palestine
(Al-Quds University, Deanship of Scientific Research, 2019-09-10)Thalassemia is the most common hemoglobin disorder in the world; it is a critical issue in the Arab world and Palestine. This pilot study was conducted to evaluate the effect of the disease and its comorbidities on Palestinian ... -
Association between Iron Deficiency among School Students Aged 6-12 y and Their Learning Abilities in Rafah and Beit Lahiya Cities in Palestine
(Al-Quds University, Deanship of Scientific Research, 2019-09-10)Zinc deficiency is believed to be widespread, especially in low income countries like Palestine. Approximately, 80% of school age children have zinc deficiency. It is reported that micronutrient deficiencies further ... -
Cancer and Vitamin B17
(Al-Quds University, Deanship of Scientific Research, 2019-09-10)Laetrile, also called amygdalin or vitamin B17, is a popular alternative for cancer treatment. These treatments contain purified amygdalin which is a compound found naturally in the seeds of many fruits. When it is ingested ... -
Dietary Intake, Eating Behaviors and Food Insecurity among Obese Palestinian Children and Adolescents in Gazan Schools
(Al-Quds University, Deanship of Scientific Research, 2019-09-10)The double burden of malnutrition can be clearly shown among food insecure children. Not only do they show micronutrient deficiency, but they also show increased obesity rates. Many factors influence the incidence of obesity ... -
Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of Palestinian University Students Regarding Vitamin D
(Al-Quds University, Deanship of Scientific Research, 2019-09-10)Vitamin D is one of the fat-soluble vitamins; the sun is the main source for it. It is important in increasing intestinal absorption of calcium, magnesium, phosphate, and zinc. Vitamin D is vital for bone growth and other ... -
Prevalence and Severity of Gingivitis in High School Students in Gaza Strip
(Al-Quds University, Deanship of Scientific Research, 2019-09-10)In order to create a healthy society, we have to take care of the cornerstone of the health community which is mainly formed by high school students. One of the most prevalent oral diseases that begins to develop early in ... -
Prevalence of Chronic Diseases in Palestinian Geriatrics and Common Pharmacological Interventions: A Cross-Sectional Study
(Al-Quds University, Deanship of Scientific Research, 2019-09-10)Geriatrics are more susceptible to have multiple medical disorders due to different physiology and, hence, are more subjected to polypharmacy. This study investigates the prevalence of chronic diseases and medical conditions, ... -
Reducing Lipid Levels in Mothers Using Contraceptives by Herbal Extract in Gaza Strip
(Al-Quds University, Deanship of Scientific Research, 2019-09-10)A contraceptive is a chemical substance used to prevent pregnancy. It produces many effects, such as increasing the level of body fats. In many cases, heart and blood diseases are not seen, however a contraceptive may ... -
The Relationship between Contraceptive Hormone Use with Serum Lipid Profile and Electrolytes in Gazan Women
(Al-Quds University, Deanship of Scientific Research, 2019-09-10)Hormonal contraception is a birth control method that acts on the endocrine system. Some studies in pre-menopausal women using OTCs have shown minimal lipid profile changes. Other studies have shown alterations in the level ...
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