Publications by authors named "Hafiz I Al-Musawa"
Article Synopsis
- - The study aimed to understand public attitudes towards genetic testing in the Jazan region of Saudi Arabia, highlighting the need for widespread adoption of testing due to advancements in genetics.
- - A survey of 507 participants revealed that the majority of respondents had a positive attitude towards genetic testing, with 79.1% supporting mandatory screenings before marriage and over half being open to pregnancy termination in the event of a high risk of genetic diseases in the baby.
- - Factors influencing positive attitudes included nationality, marital status, and income, with attitudes toward genetic testing generally aligned with previous research findings.
Background: The global rise in obesity and related health complications has cast a spotlight on the urgent need for initiatives that promote informed dietary decisions. This cross-sectional study investigates the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of university students at Jazan University, Saudi Arabia, regarding menu calorie labeling. The study examines how these variables may affect dietary decisions, body mass index (BMI), and support for proposed legislative measures requiring calorie disclosure on restaurant menus.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Gender equity in healthcare ensures equal access to services and resources for all individuals, regardless of gender. Studies show that patients' gender influences their healthcare experiences and decisions, and societal gender preferences impact surgeon selection. Therefore, the objective of this study was to address the surgeons' gender preferences among Saudi Arabia's population.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMinimally invasive surgery (MIS) has revolutionized surgical practices, with robotic-assisted surgery (RAS) significantly advancing. However, the understanding and acceptance of RAS vary, impacting its widespread adoption. This study aims to assess Saudi Arabians' attitudes and comprehension of RAS, which is crucial for promoting its integration into surgical procedures.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Monkeypox outbreaks in non-endemic countries emphasize the importance of being prepared to prevent its progression to a pandemic. To effectively control monkeypox, healthcare providers must have sufficient knowledge and good attitudes and practices to limit its spread. We initiated this project to assess the factors associated with health workers' knowledge and attitude toward monkeypox in southwestern Saudi Arabia.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: Patients with chronic diseases such as hypertension (HTN) are considered a vulnerable group, and they are prone to anxiety and other psychological conditions during pandemics. Very few reports discussed factors related to anxiety and how it is associated with HTN during COVID-19 pandemic. In this project, we aimed to identify the prevalence of anxiety among hypertensive patients in Saudi Arabia during the COVID-19 pandemic.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Smoking cessation has significant health benefits. The purpose of this study is to assess the efficacy and related factors of smoking cessation therapies in the Jazan Region of Saudi Arabia.
Methods: This is a cross-sectional study that took place at smoking cessation clinics in primary healthcare centers between January 2019 and January 2020.