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    Prevalence and associated factors of moderate to severe erectile dysfunction among adult men in Malaysia
    Springer Science and Business Media LLC ; 2023
    In:  Scientific Reports Vol. 13, No. 1 ( 2023-12-06)
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    In: Scientific Reports, Springer Science and Business Media LLC, Vol. 13, No. 1 ( 2023-12-06)
    Abstract: Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a pervasive problem among men, often shrouded in silence and stigma. This manuscript analysed the National Health and Morbidity Survey 2019 data to identify the prevalence of moderate to severe ED among men aged 18 and above in Malaysia and describe its associated factors. Self-administered questionnaire on ED utilised a locally validated International Index of Erectile Function. Variables on sociodemographics, risky lifestyles and comorbidities were obtained via an interviewer-administered questionnaire. The prevalence was determined using complex sampling analysis, and logistic regression was used to determine the associated factors of ED. A sample of 2403 men aged ≥ 18 participated, with a moderate to severe ED prevalence was 31.6% (95% CI 28.8, 34.6). The mean (± SD) of the total score of IIEF-5 for overall respondents was 18.16 (± 4.13). Multiple logistic regression analysis revealed a significant association between moderate to severe ED among men aged 60 years and above, single or divorcee, men without formal, primary, and secondary education, non-government employees, unemployed, and retiree, as well as physically inactive men. Focused public health interventions are necessary to improve education in sexual health, increase health promotion programs, and promote healthy ageing across the population.
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    ISSN: 2045-2322
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-48778-y
    Language: English
    Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
    Publication Date: 2023
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    Effects of Lifestyle Intervention towards Obesity and Blood Pressure among Housewives in Klang Valley: A Quasi-Experimental Study
    Penerbit Universiti Sains Malaysia ; 2017
    In:  Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences Vol. 24, No. 6 ( 2017-12-29), p. 83-91
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    In: Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences, Penerbit Universiti Sains Malaysia, Vol. 24, No. 6 ( 2017-12-29), p. 83-91
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    ISSN: 1394-195X , 2180-4303
    URL: Issue
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    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.21315/mjms2017.24.6
    DOI: 10.21315/mjms
    DOI: 10.21315/mjms2017.24.6.10
    Language: Unknown
    Publisher: Penerbit Universiti Sains Malaysia
    Publication Date: 2017
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    Relationship between urinary incontinence and quality of life of older persons in Malaysia
    Wiley ; 2020
    In:  Geriatrics & Gerontology International Vol. 20, No. S2 ( 2020-12), p. 38-42
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    In: Geriatrics & Gerontology International, Wiley, Vol. 20, No. S2 ( 2020-12), p. 38-42
    Abstract: As the Malaysian population is aging rapidly, there is an urgent need for an effective management plan for healthy aging, to extend life expectancy and to improve quality of life (QoL). Urinary incontinence (UI), which is common in older persons, is often linked to reduced QoL. This study aimed to determine the effects of UI on QoL among older persons in Malaysia. Methods This study was based on data obtained from 3716 Malaysians aged ≥60 years as part of the National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2018. QoL was measured using the Control, Autonomy, Self‐realization and Pleasure 19‐item (CASP‐19) questionnaire. UI was measured using the Questionnaire Urinary Incontinence Diagnosis (QUID) score. Association between UI and QoL were examined using linear regression analysis, after controlling socio‐demographic variables and comorbidities. Results Overall, the prevalence of UI was 5.2%. By subtypes, the prevalence of stress UI and urge UI were both 2.0%, while that of mixed UI was 1.3%. The UI group rated their lives more negatively in all four domains of QoL compared with non‐UI group. Those who were incontinent had lower standardized scores on control and autonomy domains of CASP‐19 as well as total score. Results from linear regression analysis indicated that UI had a significantly negative impact on control and autonomy domains of QoL after controlling for socio‐demographic factors and comorbidities. Conclusion UI contributes to a significant reduction on QoL of older persons. Healthcare providers need to be sensitive in evaluating and discussing UI, particularly with their older patients. Geriatr Gerontol Int 2020; 20: 38–42 .
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    ISSN: 1444-1586 , 1447-0594
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    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.1111/ggi.v20.S2
    DOI: 10.1111/ggi.14028
    Language: English
    Publisher: Wiley
    Publication Date: 2020
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    Prevalence and Factors Associated with Self-Reported Vision Disability among the Elderly in Malaysia: Findings from National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2018
    Hindawi Limited ; 2021
    In:  Journal of Ophthalmology Vol. 2021 ( 2021-5-3), p. 1-7
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    In: Journal of Ophthalmology, Hindawi Limited, Vol. 2021 ( 2021-5-3), p. 1-7
    Abstract: Introduction. Disability has adverse effects on health, wellbeing, and life quality. Vision disorder is one of the top-ranked causes of disability in the elderly population. This study aims to determine the prevalence and factors associated with vision disability among the elderly in Malaysia. Methodology. Data collection from National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2018 was obtained. This survey focused on elderly health by using two-stage stratified cluster sampling design. The Washington Group Extended Question Set on Functioning (WG ES-F) was used to determine the vision disability. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 21.0 utilizing a complex sample design with multivariable logistic regression analysis to determine the prevalence and associated factors to vision disability. Results. A total of 3,977 elderly completed the vision disability questionnaire. The overall prevalence of vision disability among those who were 60 years old and above was 4.5%. Multiple logistic regression revealed that no formal education (AOR: 6.69, 95% CI: 1.52, 29.49), only primary education (AOR: 4.26, 95% CI: 1.01, 18.03), unemployed/retiree or homemaker (AOR: 3.25, 95% CI: 1.79, 5.89), hypertension (AOR: 1.45, 95% CI: 1.00, 2.09), and malnourished elderly (AOR: 2.84, 95% CI: 1.76, 461) had higher odds for having vision disability. Conclusion. The findings suggest that a low education level, unemployment, hypertension, and malnourishment are significant risk factors for VD among Malaysia’s elderly. Strengthening awareness campaigns to increase VD awareness and provide high-quality rehabilitation services must target specific groups, such as the elderly with a low level of education and the unemployed. Empower primary healthcare providers with the knowledge and skills necessary to improve the quality of eye care delivery and expand eye screening in settling VD issues nationally.
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    ISSN: 2090-0058 , 2090-004X
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.1155/2021/7564827
    Language: English
    Publisher: Hindawi Limited
    Publication Date: 2021
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    How do academicians cope with occupational stressors to alleviate burnout? The experience of a research university
    Emerald ; 2020
    In:  Journal of Public Mental Health Vol. 19, No. 1 ( 2020-03-23), p. 35-45
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    In: Journal of Public Mental Health, Emerald, Vol. 19, No. 1 ( 2020-03-23), p. 35-45
    Abstract: University academicians are struggling to engage in teaching, supervision, research and publication. The purpose of this paper is to determine how academicians cope with the various burdens of academia work stressors to overcome burnout. Design/methodology/approach A cross-sectional study was conducted from January to July 2017. In total, 327 research university academicians were selected using a proportional stratified randomized sampling. Validated measures were used to collect data on perceived work stressors (teaching, research, interpersonal conflicts and career development), coping strategies (adaptive and maladaptive coping) and perceived burnout (emotional exhaustion (EE), depersonalization and personal accomplishment (PA)). The data were gathered via computer assisted self-interviewing (CASI). The research statistical model was tested by two-steps of assessment replicating covariance-based structural equation modeling (CB-SEM) with bootstrapping procedure to generalize the sample to the hypothesized model. Findings Overall data fit the hypothesized model well (CMIN/df=1.788, GFI=0.833, CFI=0.921, TLI=0.916, RMSEA=0.047) with various degree of explanatory value for EE, depersonalization and PA were 60, 49 and 22 percent, respectively. Academicians were resilient against the burden of teaching. However, they did adopt coping mechanisms to overcome research challenges and interpersonal conflicts. The effects of research and interpersonal conflicts on tri-dimensional burnout mediated by maladaptive coping ( f 2 effect size=0.37) had a larger effect than interpersonal conflicts toward burnout mediated by adaptive coping ( f 2 effect size=0.02). Practical implications Academicians adopt maladaptive coping for research and interpersonal conflicts to suppress burnout. An integrative approach at both organization and individual levels is crucial to enhance appropriate coping mechanism to curb with burnout among the academicians of a research university. Originality/value This is the first study in Malaysia which uniquely estimate the effects of academician’s work stressors toward burnout with introducing coping strategies as mediators toward work stressors and burnout relationship which has been analyzed via CB-SEM.
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    ISSN: 1746-5729
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.1108/JPMH-03-2019-0032
    Language: English
    Publisher: Emerald
    Publication Date: 2020
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    Prevalence and Predictors of Anxiety among Stable Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients in Malaysia
    MDPI AG ; 2022
    In:  International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health Vol. 20, No. 1 ( 2022-12-29), p. 586-
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    In: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, MDPI AG, Vol. 20, No. 1 ( 2022-12-29), p. 586-
    Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic has created anxiety among hospitalized SARS-CoV-2 patients. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the prevalence of anxiety and its associated factors among stable inpatient COVID-19 patients in Malaysia. Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted using a web-based online survey involving 401 patients from Malaysia’s leading COVID-19 hospitals from 15th April until 30th June 2020, who were chosen using quota sampling. The General Anxiety Disorders 7 items (GAD-7) scale, the Coping Orientation to Problems Experienced Inventory (Brief-COPE) and a socio-demographic profile questionnaire were used. Descriptive analysis and multiple logistic regression were performed using SPSS v23 to determine the prevalence of anxiety and its associated factors. Result: The results showed that the prevalence of anxiety was 7.0%. Multiple logistic regression analysis revealed that female gender (p 〈 0.05), a fear of infection (p 〈 0.05), a lack of information (p 〈 0.05), a maladaptive coping mechanism of behavioral disengagement (p 〈 0.001) and self-blame (p 〈 0.001) were significantly associated with anxiety. Meanwhile, adaptive coping mechanisms via instrumental support (p 〈 0.001) were a significant protective predictor of anxiety. Conclusions: COVID-19 infection has had a significant influence on the mental health of patients. Findings in our study provide baseline data on the prevalence of anxiety among stabilized COVID-19 inpatients in Malaysia. Despite the relatively low prevalence, the data have the potential to improve the present mental health monitoring system and the deployment of suitable treatments in dealing with similar circumstances.
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    ISSN: 1660-4601
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20010586
    Language: English
    Publisher: MDPI AG
    Publication Date: 2022
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    Pregnant Women Are Iodine Deficient While School-Aged Children Demonstrate Adequate Iodine Status in Sarawak, Malaysia
    SAGE Publications ; 2021
    In:  Food and Nutrition Bulletin Vol. 42, No. 3 ( 2021-09), p. 406-413
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    In: Food and Nutrition Bulletin, SAGE Publications, Vol. 42, No. 3 ( 2021-09), p. 406-413
    Abstract: A mandatory universal salt iodization (USI) has been implemented in Sarawak, Malaysia since 2008. Objectives: The aim of this study is to assess the current iodine status among school-aged children (SAC) and pregnant women (PW) after 10 years of USI implementation in Sarawak. Methods: This cross-sectional survey among school-aged children and pregnant women was conducted between July and October 2018 in Sarawak. The multistage proportionate to population size sampling technique was used to select 30 schools and 30 maternal and child health care clinics. A total of 1200 children aged 8 to 10 years and 750 first-trimester pregnant women were randomly selected to participate in the study. Iodine excretion level in urine was determined according to the World Health Organization classification. Results: A total of 988 children and 677 PW participated in the study with a response rate of 82.3% and 90.2%, respectively. The overall median urinary iodine concentration (UIC) level among the children was 126.0 μg/L (interquartile range [IQR], 71.0-200.9 μg/L) and classified as adequate iodine status. The median UIC among PW was 123.9 μg/L (IQR, 56.5-192.1μg/L) indicating inadequate iodine status. Conclusion: The present findings indicate that despite adequate iodine status in children, the majority of PW still showed inadequate iodine status. Thus, comprehensive monitoring of the iodine deficiency disorder problem among PW is warranted.
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    ISSN: 0379-5721 , 1564-8265
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.1177/03795721211002079
    Language: English
    Publisher: SAGE Publications
    Publication Date: 2021
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    Poor Self-Rated Health and Associated Factors among Older Persons in Malaysia: A Population-Based Study
    MDPI AG ; 2023
    In:  International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health Vol. 20, No. 5 ( 2023-02-28), p. 4342-
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    In: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, MDPI AG, Vol. 20, No. 5 ( 2023-02-28), p. 4342-
    Abstract: Objective: This study aims to determine the prevalence of poor self-rated health (SRH) in Malaysia and its association with sociodemographic characteristics, lifestyle behavior, chronic diseases, depression, and functional limitations in activities of daily living (ADLs) among older persons. Design: Cross-sectional. Setting, participants, and outcome measures: We used data from the National Health and Morbidity Survey 2018, a nationwide community-based study. This study was conducted using a two-stage stratified cluster sampling design. Older persons were defined as persons aged 60 years and above. SRH was assessed using the question “How do you rate your general health?” and the answers were “very good”, “good”, “moderate”, “not good”, and “very bad”. SRH was then grouped into two categories; “Good” (very good and good) and “Poor” (moderate, not good, and very bad). Descriptive and logistic regression analyses were conducted using SPSS version 25.0. Results: The prevalence of poor SRH among older persons was 32.6%. Poor SRH was significantly related to physical inactivity, depression, and limitations in activities of daily living (ADLs). Multiple logistic regression revealed that poor SRH was positively associated with those who had depression (aOR 2.92, 95% CI:2.01,4.24), limitations in ADLs (aOR 1.82, 95% CI: 1.31, 2.54), low individual income (aOR 1.66, 95% CI:1.22, 2.26), physical inactivity (aOR 1.40, 95% CI:1.08, 1.82), and hypertension (aOR 1.23, 95% CI:1.02, 1.49). Conclusions: Older persons with depression, limitations in ADLs, low income, physical inactivity, and hypertension were significantly associated with poor SRH. These findings provide information to aid health personnel and policymakers in the development and implementation of health promotion and disease prevention programs, as well as adequate evidence in planning different levels of care for the older population.
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    ISSN: 1660-4601
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20054342
    Language: English
    Publisher: MDPI AG
    Publication Date: 2023
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    First Local Transmission Cluster of COVID-19 in Malaysia: Public Health Response
    Maad Rayan Publishing Company ; 2020
    In:  International Journal of Travel Medicine and Global Health Vol. 8, No. 3 ( 2020-07-30), p. 124-130
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    In: International Journal of Travel Medicine and Global Health, Maad Rayan Publishing Company, Vol. 8, No. 3 ( 2020-07-30), p. 124-130
    Abstract: Introduction: Rapid public health response is important in controlling the transmission of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). In this study, we described the public health response taken by the Ministry of Health of Malaysia in managing the first local transmission cluster of COVID-19 related to mass-gathering and inter-state traveling to celebrate a festival. Methods: We summarized strategies implemented by the Malaysia Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) in managing the first local transmission of COVID-19. We collected information related to the epidemiological investigation of this cluster and described the inter-state network in managing the outbreak. Results: This first local transmission of COVID-19 in Malaysia had a history of contact with her older brother, the index case, who was the first Malaysian imported case. Only two positive cases were detected out of 59 contacts traced from the index case. Close contacts with infected person/s, inter-state movement, and public/family gatherings were identified as the sources of transmission. A large number of contacts were traced from inter-state traveling, and family gatherings during the festive season, and health consultations and treatment. Conclusion: Close contacts from inter-state movement and public/family gatherings were identified as the source of transmission. Family or public gatherings during festivals or religious events should be prohibited or controlled in COVID-19 prevalent areas. A structured surveillance system with rapid contact tracing is significant in controlling the transmission of COVID-19 in the community.
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    ISSN: 2476-5759
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.34172/ijtmgh.2020.21
    Language: English
    Publisher: Maad Rayan Publishing Company
    Publication Date: 2020
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    An assessment of risk of iodine deficiency among pregnant women in Sarawak, Malaysia2018
    Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science ; 2019
    In:  International Journal of Public Health Science (IJPHS) Vol. 8, No. 3 ( 2019-09-01), p. 307-
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    In: International Journal of Public Health Science (IJPHS), Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science, Vol. 8, No. 3 ( 2019-09-01), p. 307-
    Abstract: 〈 p 〉 Previous findings from a state-wide Iodine Deficiency Disorders (IDD) study among pregnant women (PW) in Sarawak indicated that PW are at risk of IDD and further assessment is needed. This paper describes the methodology used in conducting this study for an assessment of risk of iodine deficiency among pregnant women in Sarawak, Malaysia. A total of 30 maternal child health care clinics (MCHCs) were selected using probability proportional to population size (PPS) sampling technique.  The PW sample size was calculated based on 95% confidence interval (CI), relative precision of 5%, design effect of 2, anticipated IDD prevalence of  65.0% and non-response rate of 20%. Thus, the total sample size required was 750 (25 respondents per selected MCHC). The WHO Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) surveys approach was used to randomly select the first respondent and subsequent respondents were chosen until the required number of PW was met. The required data were obtained through: face-to-face interviews (socio-demographic and food frequency questionnaire), clinical assessments (thyroid size, and hyper/hypothyroidism) and biochemical analysis (urine and blood serum). 〈 strong 〉 A 〈 /strong 〉 total of 677 PW responded in the study with a response rate of 90.2%. Majority of the PW were at second gravida, aged 25-29 years old and of Malay ethnicity. The methodology used in this study was based on international guidelines which may provide state’s estimates. All the necessary steps were taken into consideration to ensure valid and reliable findings on current iodine status among PW. 〈 /p 〉
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    ISSN: 2620-4126 , 2252-8806
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    DOI: 10.11591/ijphs.v8i3
    DOI: 10.11591/ijphs.v8i3.20254
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    Publisher: Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
    Publication Date: 2019
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