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Salt reduction policy for out of home sectors: a supplementary document for the salt reduction strategy to prevent and control non-communicable diseases (NCDS) in Malaysia 2021-2025
(Health Research Policy and Systems, 2024-04-18)Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the major cause of death among Malaysians. Reduction of salt intake in populations is one of the most cost-effective strategies in the prevention of CVDs. It is very feasible as it requires ... -
Self-management for chronic widespread pain including fibromyalgia: A systematic review and meta-analysis
(PLoS ONE, 2021)Background: Chronic widespread pain (CWP) including fibromyalgia has a prevalence of up to 15% and is associated with substantial morbidity. Supporting psychosocial and behavioural self-management is increasingly important ... -
Self-perceived evidence-based practice competencies: a survey of faculty and students at a chiropractic institution
(The Journal of Chiropractic Education, 2021-03)Objective: To assess the self-perceived importance, skills, and utilization of evidence-based practice (EBP) among faculty and students at a chiropractic institution without a structured EBP program. The survey also evaluated ... -
Sense of coherence mediates the links between job status prior to birth and postpartum depression: A structured equation modeling approach
(International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 2020)Postpartum depression (PPD) has detrimental effects on the health of the mother, child and family. Socio-demographic variables can influence PPD. Sense of coherence (SOC) is a personal resource that mitigates the experience ... -
The shape of chiropractic in Europe: A cross sectional survey of chiropractor's beliefs and practice
(Chiropractic and Manual Therapies, 2019)Background: The chiropractic profession both in the past and presently has diverse opinions concerning different health care approaches and the science or otherwise that underpins them. Previous research has reported that ... -
Sport injury prevention in individuals with chronic ankle instability: Fascial Manipulation® versus control group: A randomized controlled trial
(Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 2019)Chronic ankle instability (CAI) is one of the most common syndromes that occurs following an initial ankle sprain. Sprains are often correlated with recurrent sprains, loss of range of motion (ROM) and deficits in ... -
Sport psychology practitioner's perceptions and use of social media
(Asian Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 2022-12-19)While sport psychologists have recently been encouraged to embrace digital technology and social media use in their practice, little is currently known about the associated benefits and challenges of adopting these ... -
Stakeholder involvement in the development of trial material for a clinical trial
(Health Expectations, 2021)Background: Stakeholder involvement includes not just patients and public, but also those delivering treatment e.g. clinicians and students. Each stakeholder brings unique experiences to the process. The aim of this ... -
Standard vs. nutrient-enriched cow's milk and its impacts on child growth: a systematic review and meta-analysis
(Nutrients, 2023-02-23)Stunting among children indicates malnutrition or undernutrition, hindering their growth and development. This will have negative effects on the overall health of children. This review investigates the effects of different ... -
Student perspectives on learning research methods in the social sciences
(Teaching in Higher Education, 2020)This paper addresses the perspectives of students of social science research methods from a UK study of their holistic experience of learning during two years of their postgraduate research training/ early careers as ... -
Successful treatment of hard corns in two patients using microwave energy
(Case Reports in Dermatology, 2020-11-05)Corns are a common foot problem accounting for nearly half of all problems seen within podiatry and chiropody clinics. Hard corns are concentrated areas of hyperkeratosis within the stratum corneum, typically found on the ... -
A survey of 'mental hardiness' and 'mental toughness' in professional male football players
(Chiropractic and Manual Therapies, 2014)Background: It is not uncommon for chiropractors to be associated with sports teams for injury prevention, treatment, or performance enhancement. There is increasing acceptance of the importance of sports psychology in the ... -
A systematic review of the relationship between household food insecurity and childhood undernutrition
(Journal of Public Health, 2023-06-08)Background This systematic review aims to investigate the association between household food insecurity (HFIS) and undernutrition in children under 5 years old, thereby informing policymakers on the vital factors needed ... -
A systematic review on factors associated with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) among adolescents
(Clinical Nutrition ESPEN, 2023-10)Background & aims Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is a global public health risk. The occurrence of adolescent NAFLD coincides with high rates of overweight and obesity, with an unhealthy lifestyle also playing ... -
Tearing up the page: re-thinking the development of effective learning environments in higher education
(Innovations in Education and Teaching International, 2015)The development of effective learning environments in higher education (HE) appears to become increasingly prioritised by HE institutions. This approach reflects an increasingly ‘consumer’ focused student body, and HE ... -
Topical preparations for the treatment of mild to moderate acne vulgaris: systematic review and network meta-analysis
(British Journal of Dermatology, 2021)Background: Acne is very common and can have substantial impact on wellbeing. Guidelines suggest first line management with topical treatments but there is little evidence regarding which are most effective. Objectives: ... -
Training-monitoring engagement: An evidence-based approach in elite sport
(International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 2019)Purpose: Poor athlete buy-in and adherence to training-monitoring systems (TMS) can be problematic in elite sport. This is a significant issue, as failure to record, interpret, and respond appropriately to negative changes ... -
The treatment of plantar warts using microwave-A review of 85 consecutive cases in the United States
(Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023-06-20)Background: Plantar warts (verrucae plantaris) are a common source of pain for patients and are often refractory to treatment. Previous work has shown a high clearance rate of verrucae using a surface-based microwave device ... -
TVET programme and health-related quality of life among low-income populations during the COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia
(Frontiers in Public Health, 2024-03-05)Introduction: Education improves the economy and quality of life. The availability of skilled education in Malaysia is not restricted to the younger generation but is available to people of all ages, including those with ... -
Uncertainty stress and self-rated health during the early stage of the COVID-19 outbreak
(Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine, 2023-02-15)Objectives The COVID-19 crisis caused unparalleled uncertainty stress and health-related symptoms among Chinese residents. This study aimed to characterize stress status during the early stage of the pandemic and explore ...
