Folic acid (FA) plays a crucial role in various biological processes. Insufficient intake of FA during pregnancy can lead to serious clinical complications, including neural tube defect. The current study sought to assess the awareness, knowledge, and usage of FA among young females in Jazan region of Saudi Arabia.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAnemia, particularly iron deficiency anemia (IDA), is a prevalent health issue globally and in Saudi Arabia, especially among young adult females. This study investigates the association between anemia and academic achievement among female students at the Female Health Campus of Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia. This cross-sectional study included 118 randomly selected participants aged 18-22.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the most common liver disease globally, with its prevalence rising worldwide. This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge, attitudes, and determinants related to NAFLD among adults in Jazan, Saudi Arabia. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted using a validated online questionnaire distributed to 540 participants in Jazan Province.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: More young adults (age 18-24 years) in rural areas versus urban areas use electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) - also known as e-cigarettes. Little is known about young adults' perceptions toward ENDS use and cessation. The objective of this study was to examine barriers and facilitators to ENDS use cessation among young adults living in rural areas, as well as their perceptions about ENDS use and cessation and to determine implications for future cessation studies.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Leadership is an important component of pharmacy education. This study helps identify the strengths and limitations of the pharmacy curriculum in developing leadership skills among pharmacy students in Saudi Arabia and suggest how to improve the curriculum to better prepare them to become effective leaders in the healthcare profession.
Methods: This study employed a mixed-methods research design with a sequential exploratory design.