Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Thai Hoang Che, Tu Cam Nguyen, Dung Thi Thuy Ngo, Hiep Thanh Nguyen, Khang Tan Vo, Xuan Minh Ngo, Dinh Quang Truong, Patrick Bontems, Annie Robert, Phuong Ngoc Van Nguyen
Summary: The study aimed to estimate the prevalence of H. pylori and its geographical spread among school-aged children in Ho Chi Minh City. The results showed that the prevalence of H. pylori was high and increased with population density or employees density.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Nguyen Thao Nguyen, Nguyen Thi Thanh Nhon, Ho Truong Nam Hai, Nguyen Doan Thien Chi, To Thi Hien
Summary: Microplastic pollution is a global concern and limited research has been conducted in Vietnam. This study investigated the distribution of microplastics and their associated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in canals, Saigon River, and Can Gio Sea. Microplastics were found at all sites, with the highest abundance in canals. White was the most common color and each sampling area had a dominant shape and polymer. The PAHs associated with microplastics in Can Gio Sea were suggested to come from petrogenic sources, while those in Saigon River and canals were from both petrogenic and pyrogenic sources.
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Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Hai-Yen Nguyen-Thi, Minh-Thu Do-Tran, Thuy-Tram Nguyen-Ngoc, Dung Van Do, Luyen Dinh Pham, Nguyen Dang Tu Le
Summary: Clinical pharmacists in Ho Chi Minh City have moderate job stress, mainly due to patient care responsibility, job conflicts, and job recognition uncertainty. It is recommended to prioritize more practice-oriented training programs to help CPs alleviate stress.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rajnish Rakholia, Quan Le, Bang Quoc Ho, Khue Vu, Ricardo Simon Carbajo
Summary: This study develops a multi-step multi-output multivariate model for air quality forecasting in Ho Chi Minh City, taking into account various parameters and past concentrations of co-variate characteristics. The model beats earlier models built for each specific pollutant and shows promising results in predicting the concentrations of multiple pollutants concurrently.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Trang Thi Quynh Nguyen, Wataru Takeuchi, Prakhar Misra, Sachiko Hayashida
Summary: A new method was proposed to update the emission inventory for Ho Chi Minh City, including major SLCPs and GHGs. The transportation sector was found to be the most dominant emission sector in HCMC, while heavy-duty vehicles were the largest contributors to NOx, SO2, and PM.
ATMOSPHERIC CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Nguyen Trong Quan, Dao Nguyen Khoi, Nguyen Xuan Hoan, Nguyen Ky Phung, Thanh Duc Dang
Summary: The study reveals an upward trend in annual rainfall in Ho Chi Minh City, with significant trends in SDII and R25mm extreme precipitation indices, as well as increasing frequency and duration of precipitation in the southern and central regions. El Nino-Southern Oscillation and Pacific Decadal Oscillation are correlated with extreme precipitation patterns.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DISASTER RISK SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Le Duc Anh, Ho Huu Loc, Kim N. Irvine, Tran Thanh, Luong Quang Tuong
Summary: Despite the availability of piped water in District 12, residents still heavily rely on groundwater for daily use, leading to high concentrations of pollutants in the wells. The study found a disconnect between gastrointestinal diseases and polluted water sources among respondents. The Groundwater Quality Index (GWQI) developed in this study could serve as a valuable evaluation tool for assessing groundwater health in urban areas of Vietnam.
ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY
(2021)
Article
Immunology
Quy Van Khuc, Trang Nguyen, Thuy Nguyen, Linh Pham, Dang-Trung Le, Hong-Hai Ho, Tien-Binh Truong, Quoc-Khai Tran
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has led to fear and anxiety globally, with collaborative efforts to end it including extensive research on vaccines. Many countries, including Vietnam, have launched vaccination campaigns to create community immunization. However, among young adults, while there is generally high awareness of the importance of vaccination, some still exhibit hesitancy towards getting vaccinated.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Dinh Duc Truong, Tran Tho Dat, Nguyen Dieu Hang, Le Huy Huan
Summary: Climate change has severe consequences for poverty eradication and social justice in Vietnam, particularly in the Binh Chanh district. Tan Kien and An Phu Tay communes are the most vulnerable areas and require measures to improve their adaptive capacity to climate change.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Kamol Amornfa, Ha T. Quang, Tran Tuan
Summary: This study numerically simulated a piled raft system and found the optimal design for Ho Chi Minh City subsoil. The results show that the proposed piled raft foundation design can significantly reduce the overall foundation cost.
GEOMECHANICS AND ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rajnish Rakholia, Quan Le, Khue Vu, Bang Quoc Ho, Ricardo Simon Carbajo
Summary: This study analyzes and discusses the temporal characteristics of PM2.5 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and develops AI-based PM2.5 forecasting models with state-of-the-art accuracy. These models will be deployed in the HealthyAir mobile app to warn citizens of air pollution issues in the city.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nguyen Minh Ky, Bui Quoc Lap, Nguyen Tri Quang Hung, Le Minh Thanh, Pham Gia Linh
Summary: Noise pollution caused by road traffic in Ho Chi Minh City was investigated in this study, showing the existence of noise pollution in 2015 and 2016. The study found that noise levels were significantly influenced by environmental factors such as traffic volumes and wind speeds.
WATER AIR AND SOIL POLLUTION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tuyet Nam Thi Nguyen, Nguyen Xuan Du, Nguyen Thi Hoa
Summary: This study used CBPF and hybrid receptor models to determine emission source areas of PM2.5 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It found that PM2.5 mostly comes from local sources such as vehicle emissions and non-local sources including shipping emissions and industrial zones in southeastern Vietnam. In the rainy season, PM2.5 from biomass burning in the Mekong Delta may contribute to pollution in HCM City, but it is less significant due to high rainfall.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Hung Nguyen Phuc, Huan Minh Nguyen
Summary: This study assesses residents' views and support for sustainable tourism development in urban destinations. The findings show that residents' support is determined by their perceptions, value cognition, collaboration, and emotional solidarity. Collaboration and emotional solidarity have a significant impact on sustainable development.
JOURNAL OF SUSTAINABLE TOURISM
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
A. Couasnon, P. Scussolini, T. V. T. Tran, D. Eilander, S. Muis, H. Wang, J. Keesom, J. Dullaart, Y. Xuan, H. Q. Nguyen, H. C. Winsemius, P. J. Ward
Summary: State-of-the-art flood hazard maps in coastal cities are often obtained from simulating coastal or pluvial events separately. In this article, the authors propose a computationally efficient probabilistic framework for flood risk calculation that includes the impact of seasonality and mutual dependence of flood drivers. The framework is applied to Ho Chi Minh City, showing that excluding monthly variability leads to a significant underestimation of flood risk. This research highlights the importance of considering the dynamics of flood drivers in coastal risk assessments.
WATER RESOURCES RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Katrina Spilsbury, Karen M. M. Tuesley, Sallie-Anne Pearson, Michael D. D. Coory, Peter Donovan, Christopher B. B. Steer, Louise M. M. Stewart, Nirmala Pandeya, Susan J. J. Jordan
Summary: Surgery for epithelial ovarian cancer may activate stress-inflammatory responses that stimulate tumor growth. Observational studies have shown mixed results on the association between beta-blocker use and improved survival. This population-based study found that perioperative supply of nonselective beta-blockers conferred a survival advantage for women age over 50 years with a history of cardiovascular conditions.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ONCOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Ophthalmology
Sabbir T. Rahman, Mary Waterhouse, Briony Duarte Romero, Catherine Baxter, Dallas English, David A. Mackey, Peter R. Ebeling, Bruce K. Armstrong, Donald S. A. McLeod, Gunter Hartel, Rachel L. O'Connell, Jolieke C. van der Pols, Alison J. Venn, Penelope M. Webb, David C. Whiteman, Rachel E. Neale
Summary: Supplementing high-dose vitamin D may not significantly reduce the incidence of cataract surgery, regardless of age, sex, body mass index, serum vitamin D concentration, or ambient ultraviolet radiation.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Hai Pham, Mary Waterhouse, Catherine Baxter, Briony Duarte Romero, Donald S. A. McLeod, Bruce K. Armstrong, Peter R. Ebeling, Dallas R. English, Gunter Hartel, Rachel L. O'Connell, Jolieke C. van der Pols, Alison J. Venn, Penelope M. Webb, David C. Whiteman, Rachel E. Neale
Summary: Recent studies have suggested that vitamin D supplementation may reduce the severity of infections, but its effect on hospitalization for infection has not been confirmed. This study found that vitamin D supplementation had no effect on the incidence of hospitalization for any infection, but it reduced the number of extended hospitalizations lasting more than 6 days.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Aninda Rahman, Mary Waterhouse, Catherine Baxter, Briony Duarte Romero, Donald S. A. McLeod, Bruce K. Armstrong, Peter R. Ebeling, Dallas R. English, Gunter Hartel, Michael G. Kimlin, Rachel O'Connell, Jolieke C. van der Pols, Alison J. Venn, Penelope M. Webb, David C. Whiteman, Rachel E. Neale
Summary: Observational studies suggest an inverse association between 25-hydroxy vitamin D (25(OH)D) concentration and pain, but intervention trials have inconsistent findings. In this large placebo-controlled trial, vitamin D supplementation with 60000 IU of vitamin D-3/month had negligible effect on bodily pain.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Physiology
Karen Mackay-Phillips, Lucas B. R. Orssatto, Remco Polman, Jolieke C. van der Pols, Gabriel S. Trajano
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effects of alpha-lactalbumin supplementation on neuromuscular performance. The results showed that alpha-lactalbumin intake decreased force steadiness and increased muscle fatigue during sustained contractions, but did not affect maximal strength, explosive strength, or psychological measurements in healthy individuals.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Physiology
Karen Mackay Phillips, Lucas B. R. Orssatto, Remco Polman, Jolieke C. Van der Pols, Gabriel S. Trajano
Summary: This study tested the effects of two strategies that hypothetically increase serotonin availability on persistent inward currents (Pics) amplitude of soleus muscle in healthy participants. The results showed that performing a submaximal handgrip contraction increased the discharge rates and Delta F of soleus motor units, while alpha-lactalbumin supplementation had no effect on motoneuron excitability.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Sabbir T. Rahman, Mary Waterhouse, Briony Duarte Romero, Catherine Baxter, Dallas R. English, Osvaldo P. Almeida, Michael Berk, Peter R. Ebeling, Bruce K. Armstrong, Donald S. A. McLeod, Gunter Hartel, Rachel L. O'Connell, Hai Pham, James G. Scott, Jolieke C. van der Pols, Alison J. Venn, Penelope M. Webb, David C. Whiteman, Rachel E. Neale
Summary: The study investigated whether vitamin D supplementation reduces depressive symptoms and incidence of antidepressant use. The results showed that high-dose monthly supplementation with vitamin D-3 did not have overall benefit for measures of depression, but there was some evidence of benefit in subgroup analyses.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GERIATRIC PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Editorial Material
Engineering, Environmental
G. A. McAuliffe, T. Takahashi, T. Beal, T. Huppertz, F. Leroy, J. Buttriss, A. L. Collins, A. Drewnowski, S. J. McLaren, F. Ortenzi, J. C. van der Pols, S. van Vliet, M. R. F. Lee
Summary: A number of recent life cycle assessment (LCA) studies have highlighted the environmental impacts of animal-sourced foods and suggested restrictions or avoidance of these foods in human diets. However, it is important to consider nutrient bioavailability and protein quality before making such recommendations, especially considering their contribution to nutrient adequacy in vulnerable populations. This paper discusses the usefulness of nutritional LCA (nLCA) and proposes the consideration of protein quality in nLCA studies.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Hai Pham, Mary Waterhouse, Sabbir Rahman, Catherine Baxter, Briony Duarte Romero, Donald S. A. McLeod, Bruce K. Armstrong, Peter R. Ebeling, Dallas R. English, Gunter Hartel, Michael G. Kimlin, Rachel L. O'Connell, Jolieke C. van der Pols, Alison J. Venn, Penelope M. Webb, David C. Whiteman, Osvaldo P. Almeida, Rachel E. Neale
Summary: A randomized controlled trial found that monthly bolus doses of vitamin D supplementation for 5 years did not improve cognitive function in older adults.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN GERIATRICS SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Azam Majidi, Renhua Na, Susan J. Jordan, Anna DeFazio, Andreas Obermair, Michael Friedlander, Peter Grant, Penelope M. Webb
Summary: This study investigated the association between nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug (NSAID) use and 5-year cancer-specific survival in Australian women with ovarian cancer. The results showed that frequent use of NSAIDs, including aspirin and nonaspirin NSAIDs, was associated with better survival compared to nonusers and infrequent users. These findings suggest that NSAID use might improve ovarian cancer survival.
JNCI-JOURNAL OF THE NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Elizabeth A. Johnston, Torukiri I. Ibiebele, Michael L. Friedlander, Peter T. Grant, Jolieke C. van der Pols, Penelope M. Webb
Summary: Background: Malnutrition is common during treatment of ovarian cancer, and little is known about diet posttreatment in relation to ovarian cancer survival. Objectives: To investigate whether intake of protein and protein food sources following primary treatment of ovarian cancer is associated with recurrence and survival.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Thi My Thien Mai, Quoc Cuong Tran, Smita Nambiar, Danielle Gallegos, Jolieke C. van der Pols
Summary: This study examined the relationship between child characteristics, dietary patterns, parental and societal factors with childhood overweight and obesity in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The study found that children with higher discretionary diet scores were more likely to be overweight. Other factors associated with childhood obesity included being a boy, excessive screen time, parental underestimation of child weight status, father's obesity, and low household income. The study highlights the need for intervention programs targeting unhealthy diets, parental perceptions, and equity issues contributing to childhood obesity.
MATERNAL AND CHILD NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Elizabeth A. A. Johnston, Stuart Ekberg, Bronwyn Jennings, Nisha Jagasia, Jolieke C. C. van der Pols
Summary: A study found that discussions on diet, nutrition, and weight-related topics during outpatient consultations after gynecological cancer treatment only continued if the patient indicated a need for further support. Missed opportunities for providing dietary information and support after treatment were observed.
JOURNAL OF CANCER SURVIVORSHIP
(2023)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Mary Waterhouse, Peter R. Ebeling, Donald S. A. McLeod, Dallas English, Briony Duarte Romero, Catherine Baxter, Bruce K. Armstrong, Gunter Hartel, Michael Kimlin, Rachel L. O'Connell, Jolieke C. van der Pols, Alison J. Venn, Penelope M. Webb, David C. Whiteman, Rachel E. Neale
Summary: This study investigated whether supplementing Australian adults with monthly doses of 60,000 IU vitamin D3 for up to 5 years altered the rate of fractures. The results showed that vitamin D supplementation did not increase fracture risk, and long-term supplementation might reduce the incidence of total fractures. However, further research is needed to confirm this effect.
LANCET DIABETES & ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Bridie Thompson, Mary Waterhouse, Dallas R. English, Donald S. McLeod, Bruce K. Armstrong, Catherine Baxter, Briony Duarte Romero, Peter R. Ebeling, Gunter Hartel, Michael G. Kimlin, Sabbir T. Rahman, Jolieke C. van der Pols, Alison J. Venn, Penelope M. Webb, David C. Whiteman, Rachel E. Neale
Summary: This study aimed to investigate whether supplementing older adults with monthly doses of vitamin D alters the incidence of major cardiovascular events. The results showed that vitamin D supplementation might reduce the incidence of major cardiovascular events, although the absolute risk difference was small. These findings could prompt further evaluation of the role of vitamin D supplementation in the prevention or treatment of cardiovascular disease.
BMJ-BRITISH MEDICAL JOURNAL
(2023)