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14. COVID-19 lockdowns weigh heavily on youth: an analysis of the impact on BMI for Age Z scores in children and adolescents.

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Alah, Muna Abed, Abdeen, Sami, Bougmiza, Iheb, and Selim, Nagah

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RISK assessment, CROSS-sectional method, BODY mass index, BEHAVIOR modification, NATURAL foods, FOOD consumption, T-test (Statistics), DATA analysis, RESEARCH funding, INTERVIEWING, SEX distribution, QUESTIONNAIRES, SCREEN time, AGE distribution, DESCRIPTIVE statistics, STAY-at-home orders, HEALTH behavior, RESEARCH, ELECTRONIC health records, MEDICAL records, ACQUISITION of data, ANALYSIS of variance, STATISTICS, CHILDHOOD obesity, FOOD preferences, CONFIDENCE intervals, DATA analysis software, COVID-19 pandemic, PHYSICAL activity, BEVERAGES, REGRESSION analysis, DISEASE risk factors
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Background The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the lifestyle and health of children and adolescents. This study aimed to assess the lifestyle changes brought about by COVID-19-related school closures and their impact on the Body Mass Index for Age Z (BAZ) scores of governmental school students in Qatar. Methods An analytical cross-sectional study was conducted between June and August 2022 targeting students aged 8–15 years. Data on lifestyle behaviors were gathered through telephone interviews with parents of selected students. The BAZ scores before and after school closures that were automatically calculated by the electronic health records system were extracted. Results We completed 1546 interviews. We found a significant increase in unhealthy food categories, a reduction in physical activity and an increase in the screen time over the period of schools' closure. The BAZ increased significantly by 0.30 (95% CI 0.26–0.35). The increase in BAZ scores was significantly higher among male students and the younger age group compared to females and older counterparts, respectively. The student's age group, sex, nationality and change in physical activity were significant predictors of the change in BAZ scores. Conclusions School closures during the COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacted the lifestyle of students in Qatar and resulted in a significant increase in the BAZ scores. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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2024
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29. Colorectal cancer awareness and its predictors among adults aged 50–74 years attending primary healthcare in the State of Qatar: a cross-sectional study

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Al-Dahshan, Ayman, Chehab, Mohamad, Bala, Mohamed, Omer, Mieaad, AlMohamed, Omayma, Al-Kubaisi, Noora, and Selim, Nagah

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Biomedical and clinical sciences, Oncology and carcinogenesis
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Objective The current study aimed to assess the awareness of colorectal cancer (CRC) symptoms and risk factors among the at-risk population visiting the primary healthcare (PHC) centres in Qatar. The secondary objective was to assess the differences in awareness among population subgroups. Design A cross-sectional study design was employed. Setting The study was conducted across six PHC centres in Qatar. Participants Patients, or their accompanying people, aged 50–74 years and Arabic or English speakers, were recruited from the main waiting areas of the selected PHC centres. Data collection and analysis Participants were interviewed using the validated Bowel/Colorectal Cancer Awareness Measure questionnaire. A non-probability convenient sampling technique was applied to recruit participants. Descriptive and analytic statistics were used when appropriate. A multivariate linear regression model was constructed to identify the independent predictors of CRC awareness. Results The study includes 448 participants (response rate=87%). The mean age of the participants was 58.48 years (SD ±6.37). The mean awareness score among the participants was 3.63/9 (SD ±2.7) for CRC symptoms and 5.43/11 (SD ±3.3) for CRC risk factors. The overall mean awareness score was 9.03/20 (SD ±5.5). Multivariate linear regression identified the female gender (2.52 (95% CI 1.15 to 3.88)), non-Qatari Arab (2.91 (95% CI 1.64 to 4.18)) or non-Arab nationalities (1.76 (95% CI 0.28 to 3.24)), and tertiary education (4.10 (95% CI 2.55 to 5.66)) as independent predictors of higher CRC awareness. Conclusion In general, the awareness of CRC symptoms and risk factors was low among the at-risk population in Qatar. Specifically, the regression analysis showed men, Qataris, and those with no formal education had low awareness of CRC symptoms and risk factors. Such results emphasise the importance of tailoring future educational campaigns that are relevant, specific and appealing to such cohort. Other information Published in: BMJ Open License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0 See article on publisher's website: http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2019-035651

Published
2023
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30. Qatar

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Al Maslamani, Yousuf, primary, Alkaabi, Noora, additional, and Selim, Nagah Abdelaziz, additional

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2018
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36. Perceived Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening among Eligible Adults in Qatar and the Associated Factors: A Cross-Sectional Study

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Al-Dahshan, Ayman, Abushaikha, Shaikha, Chehab, Mohamad, Bala, Mohamed, Kehyayan, Vahe, Omer, Mieaad, AlMohamed, Omayma, Al-Kubaisi, Noora, and Selim, Nagah

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Adult, Male, Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice, screening, colorectal cancer, Health Promotion, Middle Aged, Prognosis, Cross-Sectional Studies, Surveys and Questionnaires, Humans, Female, Colorectal Neoplasms, Qatar, Barriers, Early Detection of Cancer, Research Article, Aged, Follow-Up Studies
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Background: In Qatar, colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second most common cancer and is projected to be more than triple by 2035. Therefore, CRC periodic screening is vitally important because early detection will improve the success of treatment. In 2016, Qatar established a population-based screening program for CRC targetting average-risk adults. This study aimed to determine the perceived barriers to undergo CRC screening in eligible adults in Qatar and the associated factors. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study of individuals aged 50-74 years who have been never screened, across six primary health centers between September 2018 and January 2019. A non-probability sampling method was used to recruit participants. Participants were interviewed using a structured questionnaire. Descriptive and analytic statistics were applied. Results: A total of 188 individuals participated in the study. The mean age of the participants was 58.3 (SD ±6.4) years. Most participants were females (54.5%) and non-Qatari Arabs (54.3%). The top five reported barriers to CRC screening were: not at risk due to absence of symptoms (60.6%), not at risk due to absence of family history (55.1%), not at risk due to adopting a healthy lifestyle (52.7%), lack of time (41%), and lack of reminders by healthcare workers (39.4%). Bivariate analyses identified statistically significant associations between certain barriers and female gender, nationality, and educational level (primary school and below). Conclusion: The present study identified several barriers to undergoing CRC screening among eligible adults in Qatar. Such results provide a basis for tailoring of future educational campaigns that are relevant, specific, and appealing to such a cohort.

Published
2021

39. Additional file 2 of Satisfaction of primary care physicians towards initiation of phone consultations during the COVID-19 pandemic management in Qatar: a cross-sectional study

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Neshnash, Marwa, Metwally, Nourhan, Ismail, Mansoura, Joudeh, Anwar, Al-Dahshan, Ayman, Sharif, Anna Ramish, Sharief, Najma, Nur, Muna, and Selim, Nagah

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Additional file 2. STROBE Statement���Checklist of items that should be included in reports of cross-sectional studies.

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2022
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43. Healthy Minds for Healthy Hearts: Tackling Stress-Induced Cardiac Events During the FIFA World Cup 2022.

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Alah, Muna Abed, Abdeen, Sami, and Selim, Nagah

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FOOTBALL, HEART diseases, SOCCER
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Millions of people are looking forward to the biggest event this year "FIFA World Cup 2022" taking place in the state of Qatar. This event is an opportunity for people around the world to socialize, connect, celebrate, and enjoy watching football matches. However, the emotional stress experienced by football players and fans during a such major sport event can sometimes result in unfavorable physiological responses that can adversely affect the heart leading to adverse cardiac consequences. In this mini-review, we summarized the evidence and pathophysiology of stress-induced cardiac events during football games, and the potential strategies to prevent stress-induced cardiac events during the FIFA World Cup 2022. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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2022
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