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The Influence of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Physical Growth and Personal Hygiene of Adolescents

2024-09-28T02:52:32Z

Title: The Influence of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Physical Growth and Personal Hygiene of Adolescents Authors: Halifu, Ruslan; Amiruddin, Ahmad; Nesya J Samrida, Wa Ode; Sitti Justin, Wa Ode; Mayang Sari, Selvi; Pabokori, Sudirman Abstract: Abstract The COVID-19 pandemic has influenced the community's lifestyle, including adolescents’ behavior. One aspect majorly affected was physical growth, which encompasses several areas, including nutritional status and personal hygiene. Maintaining the quality of physical growth is very important, even beyond the pandemic. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic on adolescents' nutritional status and personal hygiene. A literature review method was used through a bibliometric and content analysis of publications obtained from databases such as Google Scholar. The articles obtained were classified by publication year, study location, keywords, and journal titles. Based on the literature search, 11 articles were found on the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic on the nutritional status of adolescents, and 10 articles discussed the effect on personal hygiene. After reviewing the articles, it was concluded that the pandemic influenced adolescents' nutritional status and personal hygiene. Keywords: adolescents, COVID-19, nutritional status, personal hygiene

Oral Manifestations in COVID-19 Patients Associated with Oral Hygiene in Aceh, Indonesia: A Literature Review

2024-09-28T02:49:49Z

Title: Oral Manifestations in COVID-19 Patients Associated with Oral Hygiene in Aceh, Indonesia: A Literature Review Authors: Hanum, Misra; Abdat, Munifah; Nurjannah, Nurjannah; Saputra, Irwan; Usman, Said Abstract: Abstract COVID-19 became a pandemic because of its high-speed transmission via salivary and airborne droplet routes. Viruses can enter host cells through ACE-2 receptors in various human organs, including the oral cavity. The oral manifestations that arise include white plaque, ulceration, burning sensation, oral mucositis, depapillation of the tongue, dry mouth, halitosis, and loss of the sense of taste. Poor oral hygiene, comorbidities, decreased immunity, and stress can exacerbate these manifestations. This review study aimed to report various oral manifestations of COVID-19 related to oral hygiene. Relevant articles were identified from PubMed, ScienceDirect, Elsevier, and Google Scholar. Out of the 60 articles selected, only 36 could be reviewed. The World Health Organization recommends early detection for individuals with suspected exposure to the COVID-19 virus to control its spread, including checking for oral manifestations. Oral hygiene is an important factor affecting the manifestations of the oral cavity of COVID-19 patients, so examination of the condition of oral hygiene is recommended in the medical management of COVID-19 patients. To conclude, oral hygiene is related to the emergence of oral manifestation in COVID-19- infected patients. Keywords: COVID-19 infection, oral hygiene, oral manifestations

Nutrition Education Effect on Anemia Incidence in Female Adolescents: Meta-Analysis for Future Health Post-COVID-19 Pandemic

2024-09-28T02:46:22Z

Title: Nutrition Education Effect on Anemia Incidence in Female Adolescents: Meta-Analysis for Future Health Post-COVID-19 Pandemic Authors: Rahmiwati, Anita; Djokosujono, Kusharisupeni; Krianto, Tri; Mulyawati Utari, Diah; Djuwita, Ratna; Utama, Feranita Abstract: Abstract Female adolescents are at a heightened risk of anemia due to inadequate iron intake and absorption, blood loss during menstruation, and an escalated need for iron to support rapid growth. This study examined the impact of nutrition education on the incidence of anemia in adolescent girls. The investigation was conducted through a systematic review and meta-analysis, employing articles from reputable sources such as Google Scholar, JAMA Network, PubMed, ScienceDirect, The New England Journal of Medicine, Lancet, and ProQuest, published between 2013 and 2021. The keywords for data retrieval were "nutrition education" and "adolescent anemia girls." Furthermore, the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guideline was used to select and organize publications for this study. Using Review Manager 5.3 Software, full-text articles meeting meta-analysis criteria were selected, resulting in 7 out of the 257 retrieved articles being included. The findings suggested that nutrition education indeed impacts the incidence of anemia in adolescent girls (p-value<0.001; aOR = 2.10; 95% CI = 1.60-2.76). Keywords: adolescents, anemia, health promotion, meta-analysis, nutrition education

Indonesia’s COVID-19 Trend After the End of a Public Health Emergency of International Concern: Preparation for an Endemic

2024-09-28T02:42:07Z

Title: Indonesia’s COVID-19 Trend After the End of a Public Health Emergency of International Concern: Preparation for an Endemic Authors: Novarisa, Nessa; Helda, Helda; Mulyadi, Rahmad Abstract: Abstract Three years into the pandemic, the World Health Organization revoked the COVID-19 public health emergency of international concern on 5 May 2023. This decision sparked debate, notably around the possibility of a surge in cases due to the SARS-CoV-2 mutations. To manage this transition, the Indonesian government enacted stringent controls on case numbers. This case series study provided an overview of COVID-19 case trends in Indonesia following the revoc - ation of public health emergency of international concern status by the World Health Organization. Data were collected for 5 weeks after the statement (6 May10 June 2023) from the COVID-19 Task Force’s official online platform of the Indonesian Ministry of Health. The trends were monitored in daily confirmed, active, recovered, and death cases, and analyzed the data using Microsoft Excel and Stata 16. The findings indicated a positive trend for Indonesia, with decreased daily confirmed cases (89.42%) and active cases (44.16%). Recovered cases accounted for 97.47%, higher than the global average (96%). Unfortunately, the death rate (2.38%) exceeded the global statistic (1%). These results highlighted the need for sustained vigilance, enhancement of the 3T strategy (testing, tracing, and treatment), and wider vaccination coverage. It remains critical to uphold the 3M protocols—mask-wearing, physical distancing, and hand hygiene—to prevent a potential rebound in cases, even without the public health emergency of international concern status, as the situation transitions toward endemic COVID-19. Keywords: COVID-19, endemic, Indonesia, pandemic, public health emergency of international concern