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    Assessing the Knowledge and Risk Awareness about over-the-counter (OTC) Supplements use for Children Aged 2-10 Years in Bethlehem City: Cross Sectional Study
    (Deanship of Research/ Al-Quds University, 2024-04-01) Anaheed Taqatqah; Doaa Mujahed; Sabri Saghir
    The increasing global demand for over-the-counter (OTC) supplements for children without real medical needs or prescriptions is a topic of debate, raising questions about their necessity and the extent to which they are used. Some studies support their use, while others are against it. However, there is a lack of similar studies regarding their use in Palestine.
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    Assessment of Mothers' Awareness of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and Safe Infant Sleep Practices in Palestine
    (Deanship of Research/ Al-Quds University, 2024-04-01) Inas Yaghmour; Hadeel Shamasna; Ghayda Hijazi; Zeinab Shalan; Omar Almahmoud
    One of the major public health mysteries around the world is a subcategory of infant sleep- related deaths of unknown etiology termed Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) which is a common leading cause of infant mortality worldwide and targets infants under a year of age while sleeping. Sleep environment plays a significant role in the risk of SIDS, otherwise mothers' actions for creating safe infant sleep practices plays a protective role in reducing SIDS occurrence. The knowledge gap centered on SIDS is not adequately researched or investigated in Palestine. Correspondingly, the study aims to assess mothers' awareness of SIDS and safe infant sleep practices.
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    Assessment of Satisfaction and Associated Factors among Postpartum Cesarean Mothers in Private Hospitals in Nablus
    (Deanship of Research/ Al-Quds University, 2024-04-01) Dina Abusharbak; Nabil Nicola; Sojoud Mahammed; Mohammad Tayeh; Osama Asbah; Shurouq Qadous
    Understanding maternal satisfaction is essential to identify factors and interventions that directly affect the childbirth experience, especially among mothers who have undergone a cesarean section.
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    Detection of Acute Stroke Using the Alberta Stroke Program Early CT Score (ASPECTS)
    (Deanship of Research/ Al-Quds University, 2024-04-01) Hala Ahmad Othman Khateeb; Haneen Mohammad Terawi; Wafaa Shwiky; Nagham Salman; Alaa Abutair; Assel Natsheh; Ala' Thawabteh
    In 2022, cerebral strokes ranked fourth as the leading cause of death in the Palestinian Ministry of Health, accounting for 11% of all deaths. The Alberta Stroke Program Early CT Score (ASPECTS) is a quick, semi-quantitative way to assess ischemic lesions and predict prognosis in patients with ischemic stroke. It is a straightforward, reliable method for evaluating early ischemic changes in the blood supply region of the middle and posterior cerebral arteries. The primary basis for this strategy is the visual observation of doctors. However, the low inter-reader agreement could lead to mistakes in the final diagnosis because of the doctor's varying degrees of experience. To aid medical professionals in their diagnosis and assessment, this work proposes the use of non-contrast computed tomography (NCCT) as the basis for the ASPECTS technique of acute ischemic stroke.
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    Food Hygiene Practices in Food Restaurants
    (Deanship of Research/ Al-Quds University, 2024-04-01) Shereen Adeb Hroub; Enas Zaher Hroub; Wesam Mahmoud Sammar
    Food safety is a system that encompasses the handling, preparation, and storage of food in ways that prevent the transmission of contaminants. This is achieved through a series of routine procedures aimed at averting health risks and to avoid food spoilage. Food spoilage can lead to food poisoning, which is a common condition resulting from the consumption of contaminated food. Shawarma (cooked meat) also called shawarma, shawerma, and Kebab is one of the common fast-food meals consumed by most people. However, this meal may cause a health risk to the consumer due to its potential to contain harmful microorganisms, this is often a result of inadequate cooking processes and general hygiene practices.
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    Mental Health of Palestinian Undergraduates during the War on Gaza: A Cross-Sectional Study on CPTSD, Resilience, and General Mental Health
    (Deanship of Research/ Al-Quds University, 2024-04-01) Israa Baker; Laith Ayasa; Hameeda Abu Sneineh; Mayyasah Ramadan; Mariam Alqam; Salam Khatib; Elham Kateeb
    Direct and indirect war-related stressors have a significant impact on mental health, leading to an increased prevalence of depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). There is limited literature on complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) in active war zones, particularly in Palestine. Moreover, little is known about the mental health distress among students who have experienced severe social crises like war.
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    Prevalence of Asymptomatic Pharyngeal Carriage of Streptococcus pyogenes and Associated Factors Among School Children in the South-West Bank, Palestine: A Cross-Sectional Pilot Study
    (Deanship of Research/ Al-Quds University, 2024-04-01) Rana Mahmoud Maraqa; Duha Shokri Qawasmeh; Sakra Mohammad Abu Jaber; Iman Abd Almuti Ghatasha; Rania Khalil Alsous; Ibrahim Ghannam
    Streptococcus pyogenes (GAS), a gram-positive coccus, poses a significant public health burden due to its diverse spectrum of infections, ranging from mild pharyngitis ("strep throat") to severe invasive diseases like necrotizing fasciitis and toxic shock syndrome. Asymptomatic pharyngeal carriage, particularly prevalent among children, plays a crucial role in GAS transmission and outbreaks.
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    Smartphone Light Exposure and Sperm Quality in Palestinian Men: Exploring Nighttime, Daytime, and Lifestyle Influences
    (Deanship of Research/ Al-Quds University, 2024-04-01) Ibrahim Alsalhi; Mohammed Wahdan; Rashed Abu Khartabil; Suhib Rasas; Ibrahim Ghannam
    A notable decline in sperm quality among Palestinian men, characterized by reduced count, motility, and morphology, has raised concerns about its impact on reproductive health and future generations. The widespread use of smartphones and their blue light emission, especially at night, is suspected to disrupt the circadian rhythm and hormonal balance, crucial for sperm production.
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    The Extent of People Credibility in Judging Palestinian and Israeli Dairy Products
    (Deanship of Research/ Al-Quds University, 2024-04-01) Alaa Ebrahim Jaber; Salam Al Juba; Wesam Mahmoud Sammar
    This presentation addressed several topics related to dairy products and the method of selecting them, including food selection factors, internal and external factors that affect consumer choice, the dairy products industry in Palestine, the situation in general, Palestinian specifications and specifications certification in Palestinian factories, and the practical studies that we conducted.