Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Iranian Women Towards Breast Cancer Screening Methods

Female breast cancer is the second leading cause of death due to cancer and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in women after lung cancer. This study aimed to investigate the knowledge, attitude and practice of women about breast cancer\u27s screening methods in order to offer more appropriate training programs if necessary. A cross-sectional study was carried out with a population comprised of women who had referred to public health centers in Sanandaj in 2008. The results of this study do provide some understanding on the topic and suggest that although the majority of Iranian women seem to be quite knowledgeable about breast cancer and screening methods. They need more education on breast cancer, SBE and other methods of early detection. We recommend the establishment of an institutional framework and policy guidelines that will enhance adequate and urgent information dissemination about breast cancer and screening methods to all women in Iran. Since women\u27s beliefs and behaviors may impact young women, designing training courses for this group seems to be essential

Central Obesity and BMI Associated with Different Phenotypes of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescent

Adipose tissue distribution is effective in metabolic complications resulting from obesity. Fat accumulation in the body, particularly increase in visceral fat, is a major risk factor of diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. The present study aimed to determine the prevalence of obesity and android obesity based on various phenotypes of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) in 14-18 year old high-school girl students in Shiraz in 2009. This descriptive study was conducted on 14-18 year old high-school girl students in Shiraz in 2009. Considering the confidence coefficient of 95% and loss rate of 20%, a 3190subject sample size was determined for the study. The participants were selected through purposive sampling. After obtaining written informed consents, demographic information questionnaire was completed and the participants were examined regarding hirsutism, acne, alopecia, and menstrual disorders. Besides, the criteria proposed by Adams et al. were employed to diagnose PCOS in sonography. Android obesity and Body Mass Index (BMI) were evaluated, as well. The results of independent t-test showed no significant difference among various phenotypes of PCOS regarding mean android obesity and BMI (P>0.05). The results of the present study revealed no significant relationship between girl adolescents\u27 obesity and various phenotypes of PCOS. However, adolescents should be informed about the long-term hyperandrogenic outcomes which are accompanied by insulin secretion and endanger their health after the age of 40 years

Analisis Kinerja Guru yang Merangkap sebagai Pengelola Perpustakaan ( Studi Kasus di SMA Negeri 1, 5, 7, dan 8 di Lingkungan Surakarta )

Pengelola Perpustakaan di SMA Negeri 1, 5, 7, dan 8 Surakarta yang mendapat tugas tambahan untuk mengelola perpustakaan sekolah masing-masing. Penelitian dilakukan di Perpustakaan Sekolah SMA Negeri 1, 5, 7, dan 8 di lingkungan Surakarta dengan menggunakan metode kualitatif. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan wawancara. Jumlah informannya sebanyak 5 orang, yang terpilih dengan menggunakan teknik pengambilan sampel Purposive Sampling. Hasil yang diperoleh dari penelitian ini bahwa para guru pustakawan di SMA Negeri 1, 5, 7, dan 8 Surakarta merasa terganggu ketika menjalani profesinya sebagai guru dan pengelola perpustakaan. Namun begitu pelaksanaan tugas sebagai guru yang merangkap sebagai pengelola perpustakaan perlu adanya manajemen sumber daya manusia, sehingga dalam menjalankan tugas tidak saling mengganggu satu sama lain, antara lain: pembagian jadwal mengajar dan mengelola perpustakaan

Nonlinear kinetics of spinodal decomposition, and dissolution of inhomogeneities formed by spinodal decomposition in polymer blends

Nonlinear kinetics of both spinodal decomposition at early stages, and the dissolution of homogeneities formed during spinodal decomposition, is studied. Variation of the scattering intensity during a complete cycle consisting of a step temperature change from T1 in the one‐phase region to T2 in the two‐phase region, a period of spinodal decomposition followed by a temperature drop from T2 back to T1, and the subsequent relaxation to the original equilibrium state, is investigated at various wavenumbers. Step temperature changes within one‐phase region are also investigated.Peer Reviewedhttp://deepblue.lib.umich.edu/bitstream/2027.42/113684/1/19920620107_ftp.pd

Pengaruh antara Penggunaan Teknologi Informasi, Implementasi Strategi Diferensiasi, dan Kualitas Layanan dalam Mencapai Keunggulan Bersaing pada Rumah Sakit Haji Makassar

Perkembangan persaingan antar Perusahaan semakin ketat baik pada tingkat regional maupun global. Pada sebagian besar industri jasa, kualitas layanan secara umum diterima sebagai suatu faktor penentu (key factor). Zeithaml dan Berry menyatakan bahwa kualitas layanan merupakan strategi yang mendasar dalam upaya Perusahaan meraih sukses dan keberlanjutan dalam lingkungan bisnis yang ketat. Kualitas pelayanan dapat dipengaruhi oleh faktor-faktor seperti penggunaan teknologi informasi dan implementasi strategi diferensiasi. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis pengaruh penggunaan teknologi informasi terhadap kualitas pelayanan, pengaruh kualitas pelayanan terhadap keunggulan bersaing, dan pengaruh implementasi strategi diferensiasi terhadap keunggulan bersaing. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian explanatory adalah untuk menjelaskan hubungan kausal antara variabel melalui proposisi konfirmatory dan pengujian. Dalam penelitian ini teknik analisis yang digunakan Structural Equation Modelling (SEM). Perwakilan jumlah sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian yang sesuai dengan menggunakan teknik analisis SEM.Teknologi informasi memiliki pengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kualitas pelayanan, strategi diferensiasi memiliki pengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap keunggulan kompetitif, kualitas layanan memiliki pengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap keunggulan kompetitif. Teknologi informasi dan strategi diferensiasi dapat memengaruhi kualitas pelayanan dan kualitas pelayanan itu sendiri akan memengaruhi keunggulan bersaing rumah sakit. Kesimpulannya adalah penggunaan teknologi informasi berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kualitas pelayanan sedangkan strategi diferensiasi dan kualitas layanan berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap keunggulan bersaing

Analisis Strategi Promosi Kesehatan di Puskesmas Bambalamotu dalam Pembinaan Masyarakat Suku Daa di Desa Kasoloang Kab.mamuju Utara

The This research is qualitative one that aimed to analyse strategy of health promotion through advocacy held by Center of The Society Health Bambalamotu in social construction of Tribe Daa in Wulai, North Mamuju. The selected informan was field worker of Center of The Society Health, leader of Center of The Society Health, cadre of countryside and society health by getting information through in depth interview, observation and FGD. The result of research showed that, for advocacy with Center of The Society Health through Inwrought Service Post, Circling Countryside Post, Ministrant of Centre of Health Society. Social support that was preparation to become cadre of health and society enablement was done by cadre of Inwrought Service Post in the form of counseling from government or social enablement institute and missioner (church). Suggested to the society ministrant in Clean and Healthy Life Style and other partnership, Social Enablement Institute and other society.Key Word : Health Promotion, Social Education, Tribe Da

Moringa Leaves Extract on Food Intake and Weight Gain of Pregnant Women Working in Informal Sector

Background : The research aimed to determine the effect of Moringa leaves extract on food intake and body weight of pregnant women who are working in nformal sector. This research was carried out in 4 local government clinics in Manggala district (Puskesmas) in Batua, Antang, Perumnas Antang and Tamangapa. Method : This study was a double blind randomized controlled with pregnant women who were generally working as trader in traditional market. Subject divided into 2 group with intervention group (n=35) received extract Moringa leaves together with Fe tablet for 3 months and control group (n=33) received only Fe tablet. Food consumption and body weight were collected by well-trained field workers. T-test was used to measure the mean difference of the increased of food intake and weight gain between groups. Result : The results showed that characteristic of subject was not difference before intervention (P>0,05). After intervention, the results indicatedthatenergyintakeandfolicaciddecreasedin both groupswith highersignificant reduction on control group (p<0.05), butthe decreased was not significantlydifferent(p>0.05). Intake of protein, iron, andfiberalsodecreased in both group,butnot significant (p>0.05). VitaminCandEintake decreasedin both groupswith agreater significant reductionin intervention group (p<0.05), butthe difference of decreasedwas not significant(p>0.05). Zinc intake increasedon intervention groupanddecreasedon control groupthatwere notsignificant, however,the comparisonamong the groupsshows significant differences (p<0.05). Beside that, Body weight seen increased in both intervension groups (56,06 ± 9,86 to 61,23 ± 9,85, p=0,000) nor control groups(58,66 ± 10,07 to 61,74 ± 9,86, p=0,000)and seen a significant difference for weight gain between two groups. Conclusion : Moringa leaves extract can increasedweight gain but not for food intake of pregnant women informal sector workers