PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING

Public Health Education Service for HealthStudents: Feedback From Experience in France
Lejot AL and Bouget Mohammedi S
Middle-Range Theory of Disaster Cognitive Readiness in Nursing Practice Through Theory Derivation and Sentence Synthesis
Hwang S and Baek S
Disaster nursing is a complex, dynamic, and resource-limited working environment, like military operations. As the COVID-19 outbreak has shown, not only hospitals, but all communities need nurses who can systematically respond to disasters. It is important for nurses to possess the necessary readiness to respond to disasters with confidence and autonomy. However, there is a lack of evidence for a theoretical framework for nurses' cognitive readiness for disaster nursing.
Unraveling the Relationship Between Vitamin D and Noncommunicable Diseases: A Systemic Review and Meta-Analysis
Dumbre D, Upendra S and Zacharias BS
Subclinical vitamin D insufficiency is frequent in both developing and developed countries. Even after rickets was eliminated in the 1930s by fortifying milk, up to 1 billion people worldwide suffer from subclinical vitamin D deficiency (VDD). Numerous noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), including depression, autoimmune illnesses, diabetes, osteoporosis, and cardiovascular disease, are linked to this deficiency.
Effect of Brochure and Audio Recordings of Testicular Cancer Stories on Testicular Self-Examination: Randomized Controlled Study
Ucar AK, Aykac I and Tastan S
The aim of this study was to determine the effects of a training program based on educational brochures and audio recordings of testicular cancer (TC) stories on testicular self-examination (TSE) and health beliefs among university students.
Determination of Ecological Footprint Awareness and Ecological Intelligence Levels of Nurses Working in a University Hospital
Öz Yıldırım Ö, Ölmez M and Terzi A
This study aimed to determine the ecological footprint awareness and ecological intelligence levels of nurses working in a hospital.
Diverse Care Needs Assessment for Older Adults in China: A Latent Profile Analysis Study
Chen J, Wang Q, Ding Z, Wang M, Chen L and Xu G
Grasping the nuanced needs of older adults is paramount for the efficacious provision of day-care services. Our study sought to identify the demand patterns for day-care services in China and to explore the underlying factors. This study aims to offer useful evidence that can refine nursing care strategies and guide policy development within day-care settings.
Impact of Heat and Mitigation Strategies on Healthcare Professionals: A Scoping Review
Freire K, Green E, Kernaghan L, Castelletto K and Schubert JA
Rising global temperatures and increased use of personal protective equipment has led to increased risk of heat stress amongst healthcare professionals. This review synthesizes recent research on the impact of heat and heat mitigation strategies on healthcare professionals across disciplines and settings.
Nursing Partnerships Are Crucial for Bridging Education and Public Health
McCabe EM, Jameson BE and Maughan ED
Public health nurses (PHNs) and school nurses are integral in addressing health disparities, managing chronic illnesses, preventing and controlling communicable diseases, and promoting wellness within communities. Schools serve as pivotal platforms for implementing health initiatives and providing opportunities for disease prevention and health promotion. School nurses identify and address health risks, including chronic conditions, communicable diseases, substance abuse, and mental health concerns, and often act as knowledgeable authorities to access community resources. PHNs perform a vital role in communicating the health experiences of diverse and sometimes vulnerable individuals and families to health planners and policymakers. They also empower community members to articulate concerns and goals, promoting a collaborative approach to public health development. Collaboration between PHNs and school nurses enhances community health through joint efforts in screenings, health education, and community-wide interventions. However, barriers, such as isolated strategic planning, siloed funding, and inadequate information systems, hinder effective collaboration. The authors advocate for joint strategic planning, integrated funding, and interoperable health information systems that may now be fragmented to strengthen these partnerships in order to improve population health. Enhancing these collaborations is vital for creating supportive environments where students can thrive academically and health-wise, ensuring a sustainable impact on community health.
Health-Promoting Behaviors and Its Relationship With Anxiety, Depression, and Social Support Among Nursing Students in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study
Alharbi A, Alkubati SA, Alshahrani Y, Pasay-An E and Alshara A
This study aimed to assess the levels and determinants of health-promoting behaviors (HPBs) and their correlations between HPBs, anxiety, depression, and social support among nursing students.
Traces of Earthquake: Traumatic Life Experiences and Their Effects on Volunteer Nurses in the Earthquake Zone-An Interpretative Phenomenological Study
Celebi Cakiroglu O, Tuncer Unver G and Cakiroglu S
It is crucial to understand the effects that traumatic events related to natural disasters have on individuals in as much detail as possible. However, the literature investigating the traumatic life experiences of nurses, who play a key role in disaster management, is still limited.
Effect of Climate Change and Health Course on Global Warming Knowledge and Attitudes, Environmental Literacy, and Eco-Anxiety Level of Nursing Students: A Quasi-Experimental Study
Çolak M, Dogan R and Dogan S
Climate change is the most important problem that threatens the health of individuals, public health, and health systems on a global scale. The International Council of Nurses emphasizes that nurses should strive to reduce the effects of climate change and help individuals and systems adapt. In addition, it is stated that climate change should be integrated into nursing education curricula and nursing students, who are future healthcare providers, should be prepared to reduce the effects of climate change and promote a healthier environment.
Development of Public Health Center-Based Culturally Tailored Hypertension Self-Care Intervention Among Adults in Rural Ghana
Konlan KD, Lee H, Jang Y, Lee SE and Kim S
Develop a primary health care-based nurse-led culturally tailored hypertension self-care intervention for rural residents.
Social Network Analysis of Self-Management Behavior Among Older Adults With Diabetes
Ko G and Song Y
This study explores the influence of social network structures on self-management behaviors among older adults with diabetes in rural Korean villages, focusing on dietary management, physical activity, and blood glucose monitoring.
The Effect of Motivational Interview-Based Education on Nutrition Exercise Behavior, Sedentary Activity Duration, and Anthropometric Outcomes in Obese Adolescents
Evcimen H and Bilgin S
The aim of this study was to examine the effect of motivational interview-based training on nutrition exercise behavior, sedentary behavior duration, and anthropometric outcomes in adolescents.
Prevalence and Risk Factors of Cognitive Impairment in COPD: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Zhang Z, Yang P, Xiao G, Li B, He M, Yang Y and Yang Y
The aim of this systematic review is to present the pooled estimated prevalence and risk factors for cognitive impairment (CI) in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
From Micro to Macro: Understanding the Far-Reaching Consequences of B12 Deficiency on Women's Health
Zacharias BS, Upendra S and Dumbre D
Vitamin B12 (B12), playing the role of a coenzyme in one-carbon metabolism, is an important vitamin necessary for human health.
Prediction Models for Post-Stroke Cognitive Impairment: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Yang Y, Chen Y, Yang Y, Yang T, Wu T, Chen J, Yan F, Han L and Ma Y
Stroke is one of the most serious illnesses worldwide and is the primary cause of acquired disability among adults. Post-stroke cognitive impairment (PSCI) is a complication of stroke that significantly impacts patients' daily activities and social functions. Therefore, developing a risk prediction model for PSCI is essential for identifying and preventing disease progression.
Exploration of Psychological, Social, and Familial Issues of Females Living in the Shelter in Iraqi Kurdistan Through an Art-Based Qualitative Study
Abdulla BMO, Abdulah DM and Mustafa ZR
Female young prisoners may not be willing to discuss their familial and social issues through direct interviews. Therefore, other academic techniques, such as art-based techniques, could be used in this context. We aimed to explore female prisoners' psychological, familial, and social issues through an art-based approach.
Health and Social Problems of Refugee Women and Their Children: A Qualitative Case Study
Adibelli D and Şahan Ö
We intend to examine the health and social problems of refugee women and their children in this research.
Analyzing the Utilization of Simulation Within Public Health Nursing: A Systematic Review
Manning L, Pauley J and Koehler E
Public and community health nursing curriculum falls short in providing an assessment of student achievement through competency-based education. The aim of this evidence-based practice research was to demonstrate a lack of simulation use as a pedagogical means for the assessment of student achievement of community/public health nursing competencies (C/PHN) in prelicensure nursing programs.
Public Health Simulation-Infused Program (PHSIP) for Nursing Education
Hill PP, Anderson M, Peralta H and Díaz DA
Recent health crises, like COVID-19, have increased the need for nurses with public health competencies, but students lack knowledge and are unconvinced of the importance of the field.