Engine Driven Pumps - Vibration Problem Resolution Using Specialized Testing Techniques

Case StudyOutline: Problem description and approach overview. Specialized testing to characterize the problem. Conclusions and recommendations based on the test results. Implementing the solution. Lessons learned

Engine Driven Pumps - Vibration Problem Resolution Using Specialized Testing Techniques

Case StudyOutline: Problem description and approach overview. Specialized testing to characterize the problem. Conclusions and recommendations based on the test results. Implementing the solution. Lessons learned

Awareness of Saudi adolescent female toward potential risk of hereditary anemia: Is compulsory premarital screening program enough? A survey-based study

BACKGROUND: Genetic red cell disorders are common in Arabic countries with a significant burden on healthcare systems. OBJECTIVES: We aimed was to assess the level of awareness of Saudi females toward potential risk of the most common inherited anemia in the region. METHODS: A cross-sectional questionnaire-based study was undertaken on 386 undergraduate students. RESULTS: The majority (60%) of participants have a poor knowledge score. The self-reported incidence of sickle cell anemia, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, and thalassemia among them was 7.3%, 4.9%, and 3.4%, respectively. Even though the majority (86.8%) expressed a positive attitude toward premarital screening tests, a wrong perception was noticed as 45.1% of them believe that irrespective of the test result, marriage decision will not be changed and 38.9% will refuse to marry a person who is a carrier of inherited anemia even if she is free of same disorder. Only 47.4% will refuse to marry a carrier if she was the carrier of some genetic disorders. CONCLUSION: Inadequate knowledge and wrong perception reflect the need to raise their awareness. Mass media should be greatly encouraged. Long-term regular targeted health education campaigns should be designed for adult Saudi, thereby reducing the burden and detrimental effect of these disorders in the community