Background: Central obesity is a growing public health concern globally, and the recognition of its specific impact on Moroccan demographics remains scarce. This study examined the associations of body mass index (BMI) and central obesity status (WtHR) with sociodemographic characteristics and lifestyle habits in a sample of school-aged children from Marrakech, Morocco.
Methods: The study sample consisted of 1161 children (9.
Introduction: According to the literature, quitting tobacco before the age of 30 years would mitigate almost all tobacco-related hazards. In this respect, understanding behavioral patterns associated with the process of individual change to a healthier behavior is likely to contribute to tobacco control and avoidance of the related health risks, as well as to promote healthier behaviors, especially during adolescence.
Methods: This study is a secondary dataset analysis utilizing the 2016 Global Youth Tobacco Survey (GYTS) data for Morocco.
Background: Violence in hospitals is a significant problem and it has a negative impact on healthcare professionals.
Aims: We sought to identify the occurrence, characteristics and consequences of violence against healthcare professional in Morocco and propose preventive measures.
Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in 2020 among medical and paramedical healthcare professionals at a 1548-bed Moroccan university hospital that comprises 5 hospitals.
Adenoid cystic carcinoma infrequently affects paranasal sinuses. It's a slowly progressing, aggressive cancer with a tendency to invade nerves. The research underscores the significance of prompt diagnosis and effective management of adenoid cystic carcinoma.
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