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Pediatrics
Emily A. Knapp, Yanan Dong, Anne L. Dunlop, Judy L. Aschner, Joseph B. Stanford, Tina Hartert, Susan L. Teitelbaum, Mark L. Hudak, Kecia Carroll, Thomas G. O'Connor, Cindy T. McEvoy, T. Michael O'Shea, Susan Carnell, Margaret R. Karagas, Julie B. Herbstman, Dana Dabelea, Jody M. Ganiban, Assiamira Ferrara, Monique Hedderson, Traci A. Bekelman, Andrew G. Rundle, Akram Alshawabkeh, Diane Gilbert-Diamond, Rebecca C. Fry, Zhanghua Chen, Frank D. Gilliland, Rosalind J. Wright, Carlos A. Camargo, Lisa Jacobson, Barry M. Lester, Christine W. Hockett, Marie L. Hodges, Aruna Chandran
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has led to an increased rate of BMI gain in children compared to previous years. Children in the obese range are at higher risk of BMI gain during the pandemic, while children from higher-income households have a decreased risk.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Anas A. Khan, Hadil M. Alahdal, Reem M. Alotaibi, Hana S. Sonbol, Rana H. Almaghrabi, Yousef M. Alsofayan, Saqer M. Althunayyan, Faisal A. Alsaif, Sami S. Almudarra, Khaled I. Alabdulkareem, Abdullah M. Assiri, Hani A. Jokhdar
Summary: This study analyzed the data from the initial two phases of COVID-19 mass screening program in Saudi Arabia, revealing a 13.50% positivity rate with males being most affected and a higher positivity rate in the 30-39 age group. Launching mass screening programs is crucial for early case detection, isolation, and immediate public interventions.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
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Economics
Richie Ruchuan Ma, Tao Xiong, Yukun Bao
Summary: The study found that information leakage plays a crucial role in the impacts of the oil price war, with negative impacts from the outbreak being more durable than positive impacts from the truce. The magnitude of impacts on futures markets is negatively correlated with the time-to-maturity of futures, and negative crude oil prices affect West Texas Intermediate crude oil markets the most. The findings suggest that market participants could perceive and adjust to market changes, mitigating the impacts of the oil price war.
Article
Mathematics
Mahmoud M. Mansour, Mohammed A. Farsi, Salah M. Mohamed, Enayat M. Abd Elrazik
Summary: This article compares the dynamics of the COVID-19 pandemic in Egypt and Saudi Arabia to provide a framework for arranging appropriate quarantine activities. A new generalized family of distributions is developed to describe COVID-19 cases and deaths data in the two countries, with some mathematical properties studied.
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Environmental Sciences
Mohammad A. M. Abdel-Aal, Abdelrahman E. E. Eltoukhy, Mohammad A. Nabhan, Mohammad M. AlDurgam
Summary: The study revealed a significant correlation between the spread of COVID-19 and temperature and pressure in the major cities of Saudi Arabia. The variations in results among different cities suggest that a long-term analysis integrating meteorological attributes and non-meteorological factors is needed to provide meaningful policy measures for the future.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Amin Daoulah, Ahmad S. Hersi, Salem M. Al-Faifi, Abdulaziz Alasmari, Alwaleed Aljohar, Mohammed Balghith, Mohammed Alshehri, Ali A. Youssef, Osama ElSayed, Mohamed Nabil Alama, Wael A. Refaat, Badr Alzahrani, Ziad Dahdouh, Abdul Salim Khan, Mohamed A. Ghani, Muhammad Adil Soofi, Mirvat Alasnag, Hameedullah M. Kazim, Abdelmaksoud Elganady, Taher Hassan, Ahmed Mahmoud Ibrahim, Zainab Amellal, Faisal Alsmadi, Abdulrahman M. Ghazi, Abdulaziz M. Alshehri, Mohammed S. Alhulayfi, Ahmed A. Ghonim, Alaa S. Algazzar, Turki A. Al Garni, Waleed AlHarbi, Ahmed A. Jouda, Khaled Al-Shaibi, Saleh Albasiri, Reda Abuelatta, Wael Tawfik, Mohamed Magdy, Sami Rashed Alasmari, Ehab Selim, Mohamed Elramly, Mohammed A. Abufayyah, Saif S. Alshahrani, Abdulrahman H. Alqahtani, Fatima Ali Ahmed, Waleed A. Ahmed, Amir Lotfi
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted healthcare globally by reducing the numbers of patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) receiving reperfusion therapy and increasing the time from symptom onset to reperfusion. However, there were no significant differences in in-hospital events and length of hospital stay between the pre-COVID and post-COVID periods.
CURRENT PROBLEMS IN CARDIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Humanities, Multidisciplinary
Mahdi Rezapour, F. Richard Ferraro, Sabrina Alsubaiei
Summary: This study investigates the effects of COVID-19 on obese and underweight students and reveals complex associations. Obese students exhibit lower levels of fear, guilt, and irritability during the pandemic, with variations based on factors such as level of education and gender. Furthermore, both obese and underweight groups lack precautionary behaviors and emotions, despite the increased risk of hospitalization and death.
HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Takeshi Ninchoji, Yuya Aoto, Natsuki Momo, Jun Maruyama, Hiroaki Ioi, Hayato Uchida
Summary: This study examined the status and effects of lifestyle guidance on weight loss in children with obesity in Japan before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings showed that there were no significant changes in obesity index (OI) and body mass index (BMI) over the past decade. However, short-term weight gain due to the pandemic was evident, and simple guidance proved effective in reducing weight. Future challenges include finding strategies for long-term weight loss.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Shahid Bashir, Nouf Alabdulkarim, Nouf Altwaijri, Nojood Alhaidri, Refan Hashim, Eman Nasim, Ali Mir, Raidah Albaradie, Syed Shahid Habib, Turki Abualait
Summary: COVID-19 has brought unprecedented challenges to the world, impacting not only human lives but also economy, safety, and religious practices. Saudi Arabia, as the center of religious life for Muslims, has implemented strict measures that have drawn attention from the Muslim world.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Ewelina Burnatowska, Stanislaw Surma, Magdalena Olszanecka-Glinianowicz
Summary: Obesity, one of the most dangerous epidemics of the 21st century, has been worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic. Lockdown measures have caused emotional problems and increased emotional eating, alcohol consumption, and decreased physical activity, leading to overweight and obesity. This article discusses the relationships between the COVID-19 pandemic and emotional eating, as well as the potential implications on obesity and the need for changes in the treatment approach.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Asharaf Abdul Salam, Rshood M. Al-Khraif, Ibrahim Elsegaey
Summary: Saudi Arabia, with its built-in infrastructure and disciplined lifestyle, has been able to effectively address the spread of COVID-19. Analysis of the global percentage share, percentage of population affected, and local distribution shows variations in the intensity of the pandemic in different regions of the country.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Sara Al-Musharaf, Ghadeer Aljuraiban, Rania Bogis, Ruyuf Alnafisah, Madhawi Aldhwayan, Abd Tahrani
Summary: While most young Saudi women experienced no weight change during the COVID-19 lockdown, one-third lost weight and a significant proportion gained weight. Factors associated with weight, such as stress, sleep hours, physical activity, and coffee consumption, highlight the need to carefully consider those at risk during future circumstances that may require lockdowns. These factors could also aid in implementing policies for future lockdowns and support those most at risk of gaining weight.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Ahmad Y. Alqassim, Mohammed O. Shami, Ahmed A. Ageeli, Mohssen H. Ageeli, Abrar A. Doweri, Zakaria I. Melaisi, Ahmed M. Wafi, Mohammed A. Muaddi, Maged El-Setouhy
Summary: This study conducted a cross-sectional survey among 879 teachers in the Jazan region, Saudi Arabia to examine the prevalence and determinants of burnout during the COVID-19 pandemic. The results showed that most teachers experienced burnout symptoms, such as emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and low personal accomplishment. The study suggests increasing incentives, early detection, and improving the work environment to mitigate the consequences of burnout.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Mahaman L. Moussa, Fatchima Laouali Moussa, Homood A. Alharbi, Tagwa Omer, Saleh Abdulkarim Khallaf, Hamad Samran Al Harbi, Ahmed Abdullah Albarqi
Summary: The study revealed that nurses in Saudi Arabia experienced a moderate level of fear during the COVID-19 outbreak. Gender, marital status, and age were significant predictors of fear of COVID-19 among nurses.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Omar Zayyan Alsharqi, Ameerah M. N. Qattan, Noor Alshareef, Gowokani Chijere Chirwa, Mohammed Khaled Al-Hanawi
Summary: This study found that in Saudi Arabia, there is a high level of knowledge about COVID-19, although there are differences in the extent of knowledge. It also identified socioeconomic inequality in obtaining proper knowledge about COVID-19, with comprehensive knowledge disproportionately concentrated among the wealthy and highly educated individuals in the country.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Hazzaa M. Al-Hazzaa, Shaima A. Alothman, Abdullah F. Alghannam, Alaa A. Almasud
Summary: This study examined anthropometric measurements, sociodemographics, and lifestyle behaviors among Saudi adolescents. The findings showed high rates of overweight/obesity and physical inactivity, with some improvement in physical activity among females. Insufficient sleep and excessive screen time were also prevalent. The study highlighted the importance of daily intake of breakfast and vegetables for promoting physical activity among adolescents.
Correction
Orthopedics
Suliman Alghnam, Mashael Alghamdi, Sarah Alzahrani, Sufyan Alzomai, Abdullah Alghannam, Ibrahim Albabtain, Khalid Alsheikh, Miasem Bajowaiber, Ali Alghamdi, Fatimah Alibrahim, Omar Aldibasi
BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Abdullah F. Alghannam, Alaa A. Almasud, Suliman A. Alghnam, Dalal S. Alharbi, Mohanad S. Aljubairi, Arwa S. Altalhi, Azad M. Jan, Shaima A. Alothman
Summary: This study aims to determine the prevalence of sarcopenia in Saudi Arabia and investigate the modifiable lifestyle factors associated with it. By collecting and analyzing data from healthy young and older adults in Saudi Arabia, this study will provide insights for early prevention and treatment of sarcopenia.
Article
Health Policy & Services
Nada M. Albawardi, Quratulain Shaikh, Wejdan Alahaideb, Maryam Alamasi, Doaa Aljasser, Lama Alrasheed, Sultanah H. Alsulaiman, Abdullah F. Alghannam
Summary: This study aims to establish an open-access database of Arabic health measures and conduct a bibliometric analysis of the included measures. The study found a limited quantity and quality of research on Arabic health measures, but the number of publications has increased steadily in recent years. Most studies focused on mental health and function/disability measures. The establishment of the Arabic Health Measures database will contribute to the visibility and utilization of these tools in research and clinical settings.
HEALTH RESEARCH POLICY AND SYSTEMS
(2022)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Saeed Mastour Alshahrani, Reham M. Mashat, Diaa Almutairi, Alaa Mathkour, Sahar Saad Alqahtani, Amirah Alasmari, Abdullah Hassan Alzahrani, Reem Ayed, Mohammed Yahya Asiri, Alsanussi Elsherif, Abdullah Alsabaani
Summary: Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are a leading cause of global death. Walnut intake has been found to improve blood lipid profiles and reduce the risk of CVD. A meta-analysis of 13 trials found that walnut intake was associated with significant reductions in total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, and triglycerides. Subgroup analysis revealed that overweight/obese individuals and those with comorbidities experienced greater lipid improvements. Longer trial durations led to further improvements. However, extraneous confounding factors and heterogeneity levels may affect the reliability of the results.
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Abrar M. Al-Mutairi, Mohammad A. Alshabeeb, Salah Abohelaika, Fadhel A. Alomar, Keshore R. Bidasee
Summary: This study investigated the impact of telemedicine on glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes during the COVID-19 lockdown in Saudi Arabia. The results showed that 63.1% of patients maintained good glycemic control and some patients showed improvement through telemedicine. Male patients had better glycemic control compared to female patients.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Abdullah F. Alghannam, Jesse D. Malkin, Hazzaa M. Al-Hazzaa, Reem AlAhmed, Kelly R. Evenson, Severin Rakic, Reem Alsukait, Christopher H. Herbst, Saleh A. Alqahtani, Eric A. Finkelstein
Summary: This narrative review aims to identify promising physical activity (PA) public policies based on the best available evidence from the literature. The study found that implementing PA policies in schools and community-based walking groups are the most effective strategies.
GLOBAL HEALTH ACTION
(2023)
Review
Microbiology
Marwh G. Aldriwesh, Abrar M. Al-Mutairi, Azzah S. Alharbi, Hassan Y. Aljohani, Nabeel A. Alzahrani, Reham Ajina, Abdullah M. Alanazi
Summary: Evidence from literature suggests an association between the microbiome and asthma development. This study aimed to identify the current evidence for the association between asthma and the upper airway, lower airway, and/or the gut microbiome. A systematic search of multiple databases was conducted, and 25 studies met the inclusion criteria. The results indicate that certain bacterial groups, such as Proteobacteria and Firmicutes, were significantly higher in asthmatic children compared to healthy controls. High relative abundance of specific bacteria in the upper airway and gut microbiome during early infancy was associated with an increased risk of asthma development later in life.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Abeer S. Alzaben, Alaa A. Al-masud, Reham M. Gaid, Elham F. Almahmoud, Abdullah F. Alghannam, Arwa S. Altalhi, Shaima A. Alothman
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has affected people's health and well-being, leading to changes in lifestyle habits. This study examined the eating habits and diet diversity of adults in Saudi Arabia during the COVID-19 lockdown. The findings showed that food variety ranged from 4 to 27 items, and diet diversity ranged from 3 to 14 items. Factors such as income, working status, and living status were associated with food variety and/or diet diversity. The majority of participants had at least one snack per day and less than 3 meals per day. Overall, the diet diversity among Saudi adults was acceptable during the lockdown. Age, sex, having children, marital status, education level, and income were factors related to diet diversity and eating habits.
CURRENT RESEARCH IN NUTRITION AND FOOD SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Abdullah M. M. Alanazi, Abrar M. M. Almutairi, Monira I. I. Aldhahi, Tareq F. F. Alotaibi, Hassan Y. Y. AbuNurah, Lafi H. H. Olayan, Turki K. K. Aljuhani, Ahmad A. A. Alanazi, Marwh G. G. Aldriwesh, Hassan S. S. Alamri, Majid A. A. Alsayari, Abdulelah M. M. Aldhahir, Saeed M. M. Alghamdi, Jaber S. S. Alqahtani, Abdullah A. A. Alabdali
Summary: Quality of life is crucial for individuals with chronic diseases, and Saudi Arabia has launched a health sector transformation program to improve healthcare services and well-being. However, the current health rehabilitation services for individuals with chronic diseases in Saudi Arabia, as well as globally, are suboptimal. To optimize quality of life, tailored and improved health rehabilitation services are needed, including home-based and telehealth services, multi-governmental integration, empowerment of specialists, public awareness campaigns, policy development, and long-term follow-up systems.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Shaima A. Alothman, Mohammed M. Alshehri, Alaa A. Almasud, Mohanad S. Aljubairi, Ibrahim Alrashed, Mohammad Abu Shaphe, Abdullah F. Alghannam
Summary: This study aimed to assess the feasibility of a virtual behavioral intervention for promoting healthy lifestyle practices during the stay-at-home advisory phase of the COVID-19 pandemic. The results showed that 78% of the participants completed the trial, with a dropout rate of 22.2% in the intervention group. Participating in the intervention had a significant positive effect on physical activity level, distress, and fear of COVID-19.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Hazzaa M. Al-Hazzaa, Shaima A. Alothman, Nada M. Albawardi, Abdullah F. Alghannam, Alaa A. Almasud
Summary: The aim of this study was to develop a multi-item Arabic SB questionnaire (ASBQ) to assess sedentary behavior and its association with social, environmental, and health outcomes. ASBQ showed excellent content validity and reliability in a diverse sample of Saudi adolescents and adults.
BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
(2022)