Parental Awareness of Antibiotic Use for Upper Respiratory Tract Infection in Children in Jazan Region, Saudi Arabia.

Background: Upper respiratory tract infections are a prevalent cause of morbidity in children, often managed in primary care settings. These infections are predominantly viral, but antibiotics are sometimes inappropriately prescribed. This misuse, driven by parental pressure and misconceptions, contributes to the growing problem of antibiotic resistance.

The Prevalence of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Infection in Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

The prevalence of Tuberculosis (TB) serves as a pivotal metric, reflecting the TB burden within a specific demographic. It quantifies the number of individuals affected by either active TB disease or latent TB (LTBI). Such data is crucial for assessing the efficacy of TB control interventions and determining the demand for diagnostic and treatment services.

COVID-19 and malaria co-infection: a systematic review of clinical outcomes in endemic areas.

Background: COVID-19 and malaria cause significant morbidity and mortality globally. Co-infection of these diseases can worsen their impact on public health. This review aims to synthesize literature on the clinical outcomes of COVID-19 and malaria co-infection to develop effective prevention and treatment strategies.

Acute Rheumatic Fever in Children: The Known and the Unknown Among Saudi Mothers in the Jazan Region.

Background Acute rheumatic fever (ARF) is a significant public health problem that causes morbidity and mortality in low and middle-income countries. Therefore, this study aims to assess mothers' knowledge of acute rheumatic fever and their attitudes in the Jazan region. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted between the mothers using an online survey.

Nursing Students' Knowledge and Attitudes toward Danger Signs in Neonatal Illnesses.

: Neonates can show subtle signs of illness that could be overlooked by their mothers and caregivers. Therefore, basic knowledge regarding neonatal health and early detection of neonatal diseases can help improve survival. We assessed nursing students' knowledge and attitudes toward the danger signs of neonatal illnesses.

Multiple Cesarean Section Outcomes and Complications: A Retrospective Study in Jazan, Saudi Arabia.

Background: Given the increase in the rate of cesarean sections (CSs) globally and in Saudi Arabia, this study was conducted to assess the maternal and perinatal complications after repeat cesarean sections in the studied population.

Methods: This retrospective study was conducted by reviewing the records of all women who underwent CSs between January and July 2023 in three hospitals in the Jazan region of Saudi Arabia.

Results: Of the 268 women studied, 195 (72.

The Efficacy of Educational Interventions in Improving School Teachers' Knowledge of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.

Background: Well-trained primary school teachers should be competent in recognizing attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in students and be able to assist in providing care and support.

Objectives: This study intends to assess primary school teachers' knowledge of ADHD and evaluate the effectiveness of a short-term educational intervention.  Methods: A quasi-experimental quantitative study was conducted among primary school teachers in Jazan, Saudi Arabia.

Caffeine Consumption and Its Potential Health Effects on Saudi Adolescents in Jazan.

Background Caffeine is the most popular product consumed globally in different types and amounts by various age groups. This study aimed to identify caffeine consumption patterns among adolescents in Jazan and explore related health effects. Methodology A cross-sectional study was conducted in Jazan on adolescents between 12 and 18 years of age.

Sickle cell anemia in pregnant Saudi women and its impact on birth weight and gestational maturity.

Background: It is well documented that sickle cell anemia (SCA) in pregnancy increases the risk of problems that can influence the growth and maturation of the newborn. To assess the gestational maturity and birth weight of babies born to Saudi mothers with SCA in the Jazan region.

Methods: A case-control study was conducted in three hospitals in the Jazan region.

Prevalence and Pattern of Birth Defects in Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review of Observational Studies.

Introduction: Birth defects are a significant concern since they can lead to permanent disability and death. This study comprehensively reviews the prevalence and patterns of birth defects in Saudi Arabia.

Methods: A systematic analysis of the literature retrieved from three databases (Pub Med, Science Direct, and the Saudi digital library) published between 1989 and 2022 was performed.

Prevalence and related risks of cyberbullying and its effects on adolescent.

Background: Cyberbullying is becoming common in inflicting harm on others, especially among adolescents. This study aims to assess the prevalence of cyberbullying, determine the risk factors, and assess the association between cyberbullying and the psychological status of adolescents facing this problem in the Jazan region, Saudi Arabia.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 355 students, aged between 12-18 years, through a validated online questionnaire to investigate the prevalence and risk factors of cyberbullying and assess psychological effects based on cyberbullying questionnaire and Mental Health Inventory-5 (MHI-5) questions.