Perception and attitude of the general population toward Alzheimer's disease in eastern region, Saudi Arabia.

Objectives: To measure the awareness of AD among the general population of Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia from October to November 2023. The data was collected using an online questionnaire.

Symptoms and Risk Factors of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome among Schoolteachers in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Study.

Context: Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is caused by compression of the median nerve as it travels through the carpal tunnel into the wrist. It is the most common peripheral mononeuropathy and accounts for a large proportion of occupational upper extremity disorders. Teaching is an occupation associated with musculoskeletal disorders.

Physicians' attitudes and confidence toward dementia care: A cross-sectional study at primary healthcare facilities in the Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia.

Background: Primary care physicians play an essential role in the health of older adults as they are frequently the first point of contact. Their positive attitude and knowledge influence the quality of care provided to patients with dementia and their caregivers. This study examined the attitudes of primary care physicians towards dementia care and their confidence in their own dementia-care skills.

Examining the Impact of Puberty on Primary Headache Disorders in Female Schoolchildren: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Introduction and aim Headaches are one of the most prevalent childhood disorders. Primary and secondary headaches are the two types of headaches affecting kids and teenagers. The three most typical primary headache forms are tension-type headaches (TTH), migraine, and cluster headaches.

Headache Characteristics and Risk Factors Among Healthcare Providers in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia.

Introduction Headache is a considerable factor in decreased productivity and work efficiency. This study aims to measure the characteristics of headaches and the risk factors among healthcare providers in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia. Methods This cross-sectional study included 353 healthcare providers from Al-Alhsa, Saudi Arabia.

Knowledge of Epilepsy and Seizure First Aid Among Teachers in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia.

Background: Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological disorders among patients, with a high prevalence in adults and children in Saudi Arabia. It can have a negative impact on a child's health, behavior, and academic performance, as well as their mental health. As a seizure attack can happen in school and the teachers will be the first health providers, preventing complications and ensuring student performance, development of social skills, and future employment can be significantly impacted by a teacher's awareness and attitudes towards epilepsy.

The self-limiting nature of statin-induced rhabdomyolysis.

Statins have come to the forefront of treatments for hyperlipidemias, coronary artery diseases and strokes. They have been shown to cause myotoxicity and rhabdomyolysis. In most cases, rhabdomyolysis is self-limiting and needs supportive therapy.