Search Results - "AlOmar, Reem S"
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Levels of Physical Activity and Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Physicians in Saudi Arabia Post COVID-19 Lockdown: An Epidemiological Cross-Sectional Analysis
Published in Journal of primary care & community health (2021)“…Introduction: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are common worldwide. Recommendations to reduce discomfort often commence with increasing physical activity…”
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Development of two socioeconomic indices for Saudi Arabia
Published in BMC public health (26-06-2018)“…Health and socioeconomic status (SES) are linked in studies worldwide. Measures of SES exist for many countries, however not for Saudi Arabia (SA). We describe…”
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Associations between polypharmacy and potentially inappropriate medications with risk of falls among the elderly in Saudi Arabia
Published in BMC geriatrics (06-04-2023)“…Falls are dangerous to the health of older adults and can impact their functional status leading to frailty. The use of potentially inappropriate medications…”
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Musculoskeletal symptoms and their associated risk factors among Saudi office workers: a cross-sectional study
Published in BMC musculoskeletal disorders (06-09-2021)“…Abstract Background Musculoskeletal disorders are common worldwide. Several factors are suggested in their aetiology, one of which is ergonomics alongside…”
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Social anxiety disorder and its associated factors: a cross-sectional study among medical students, Saudi Arabia
Published in BMC psychiatry (27-07-2022)“…Social Anxiety disorder (SAD) is common worldwide. However, data from Saudi Arabia is deficient. This study aims to determine the prevalence of SAD across…”
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Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Oncology Patients' Mental Health and Treatment Plans
Published in Healthcare (Basel) (29-04-2022)“…The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted cancer care to a certain degree. There is objective evidence that COVID-19 outbreaks are causing substantial emotional…”
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Pattern of Virtual Consultations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: An Epidemiological Nationwide Study
Published in Journal of Epidemiology and Global Health (04-04-2024)“…Abstract Background In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), little is known about the adoption of virtual consultations (VCs), with most studies being…”
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Showcasing the Saudi e-referral system experience: the epidemiology and pattern of referrals utilising nationwide secondary data
Published in Frontiers in medicine (27-06-2024)“…Referrals are an integral part of any healthcare system. In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) an electronic referral (e-referral) system known as the Saudi…”
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Prevalence of low back pain and disability among secondary school teacher in the eastern province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional analytical study
Published in Frontiers in public health (2024)“…Lower back pain is common worldwide and affects over 600,000 people annually, including teachers. The study aimed to investigate the prevalence of low back…”
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The pattern of emergency department length of stay in Saudi Arabia: an epidemiological Nationwide analyses of secondary surveillance data
Published in Frontiers in public health (2023)“…Emergency department length of stay is a vital performance indicator for quality and efficiency in healthcare. This research aimed to evaluate the length of…”
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Association between fitness tracker use, physical activity, and general health of adolescents in Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia
Published in Journal of Family & Community Medicine (01-10-2023)“…BACKGROUND: Physical inactivity is a major problem of adolescents worldwide. Fitness trackers are widely used technologies that assess physical activity and…”
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Acceptance of electronic referrals across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: results from a national e-health database
Published in Frontiers in public health (17-07-2024)“…An effective referral system is necessary to ensure quality and an optimum continuum of care. In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, an e-referral system known as the…”
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"Is there a doctor on board?": willingness and confidence of physicians in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in assisting with in-flight medical emergencies
Published in BMC emergency medicine (30-04-2021)“…In-flight medical emergencies (IMEs) are common, and for a traveling physician, it is very likely to encounter such a condition. Data discussing this issue are…”
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Characteristics of visits and predictors of admission from a paediatric emergency room in Saudi Arabia
Published in BMC emergency medicine (21-06-2021)“…Abstract Background The Emergency Room (ER) is one of the most used areas in healthcare institutions. Problems with over utilisation and overcrowding have been…”
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Intention and practice on personal preventive measures against COVID-19 among older adults in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: an epidemiological study using the Theory of Planned Behaviour
Published in Frontiers in public health (14-12-2023)“…Older adults aged 65 years and above are among the most vulnerable to adverse outcomes and death following a COVID-19 infection. The weekly epidemiological…”
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Perceived Barriers to Primary Care Services Utilization and its Associations with Overall Satisfaction of Patients in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Questionnaire-Based Study
Published in Journal of primary care & community health (2021)“…Introduction: Primary care plays an integral role in modern healthcare systems. More so in a country that is currently undergoing a reform of its health…”
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Correction to: Characteristics of visits and predictors of admission from a paediatric emergency room in Saudi Arabia
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Clinical, Laboratory, and Ultrasound Related Diagnoses of Thyroid Disorders: Using a Family Medicine Center Data to Assess Thyroiditis and Thyroid Nodules in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia
Published in Journal of primary care & community health (01-01-2022)“…Introduction/Objectives: The prevalence of thyroid disorders is high in Saudi Arabia. Among the disorders, goiter and thyroiditis are the most common and have…”
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The quality of sleep and daytime sleepiness and their association with academic achievement of medical students in the eastern province of Saudi Arabia
Published in Journal of Family & Community Medicine (01-05-2020)“…BACKGROUND: Sleep is often challenging for medical students because of the considerable amount of learning they have to do. The aim of this study was to…”
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What are the barriers and facilitators of volunteering among healthcare students during the COVID-19 pandemic? A Saudi-based cross-sectional study
Published in BMJ open (18-02-2021)“…ObjectivesThe objectives of this study were to assess the volunteering of undergraduate health students and interns in the Ministry of Health (MOH) services in…”
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