Volume 11 (2023)
Volume 10 (2022)
Volume 9 (2021)
Volume 8 (2020)
Volume 7 (2019)
Volume 6 (2018)
Volume 5 (2017)
Volume 4 (2016)
Volume 3 (2015)
Volume 2 (2014)
Volume 1 (2013)

The quarterly Journal of Health Sciences and Surveillance System is a non profitable periodical, common to the School of Health and Nutrition and the vice-chancellor for Health at Shiraz University of Medical Sciences. The journal publishes original research papers, short communications, scientific notes, case reports, letter to editors, and review articles in English. The scope of papers comprises all aspects of Health Sciences and Surveillance System. The Editorial Board would be glad to receive your original papers on any area of Health Sciences.   


 

 

Dear Authors, Editors, Colleagues,

    I am proud to inform that JHSSS has been selected and introduced as the superior journal in Scientometrics indices progress among Scientific journals published by Shiraz University of Medical Sciences in 2022. So, I, representing of all you dears, received a letter of commendation from dean of University in Research Week Ceremony. Once again I would like to appreciate all of you Excellences for your valuable helps and supports.



 

Prof. K. Azizi

Editor in Chief;

JHSSS

 

 

 

Review Articles
Effects of Genetically Modified Food on Gut Microbiota in Animal Models: A Systematic Review

Maryam Nejabat; Mohammadreza Heydari; Parisa Keshani; Hassan Joulaei; Nazanin Nazari

Volume 12, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 1-11

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2022.95688.1606

Abstract
  Background: There are some debates about the possible unintended effects of genetically modified (GM) crops on consumer health. The gut microbiota plays an important role in maintaining the health of the host, especially in gastrointestinal diseases. The current review focuses on the studies with the ...  Read More

Original Article
The Effectiveness of an Educational Intervention Based on Teach-back Method with Adherence to Treatment in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes

Saeed Hosseini Teshnizi; Samiyeh Sadeghpour; Aref Faghih

Volume 12, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 12-19

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2021.91762.1220

Abstract
  Background: Patients’ adherence to the therapeutic regimen predicts the success of treatment and reduces the complications and severity of the disease. The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of an educational intervention based on Teach-back method with adherence to treatment ...  Read More

Original Article
General Dental Students’ Views About the Ethics Level in Education, Research, and Provision of Dental Services

Leila Bazrafkan; Masoud Yousefi; Javad Kojuri; Mohammad Ansarizadeh; Habibolah Rezaei

Volume 12, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 20-26

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2022.94862.1560

Abstract
  Background: The current study examines general dental students’ views about the ethics level in education, research, and provision of dental services.Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was performed on all general dental students at Yasuj University of Medical Sciences selected in ...  Read More

Original Article
Existence of Different Species of Scorpions (Arachnida: Buthidae) in and Around of Amedical Center, Southern Iran

Kourosh Azizi; Mohsen Kalantari; Masoumeh Amin

Volume 12, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 27-31

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2022.94963.1570

Abstract
  Background: Scorpions, as a group of venomous invertebrates, are distributed worldwide including the Middle East. These arthropods are distributed throughout Iran, are dangerous to humans and animals, and can cause severe damages and even death.Methods: In this cross-sectional study, scorpions were collected ...  Read More

Original Article
The Relationship between Producing Health and Contextual Factors Across Countries: A Panel Data Analysis

Efat Mohamadi; Zhila Najafpour; Mohammad Mehdi Kiani; Morteza Mohammadzadeh; Amirhossein Takian; Alireza Olyaeemanesh

Volume 12, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 32-42

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2022.95379.1587

Abstract
  Background: There are substantial differences in the health outcomes across countries. Then, assessment of the status of health indicators can give us a valuable information to adjust policies to improve the health status in the world. This paper examines differences and relationships of health status ...  Read More

Original Article
Evaluation of Bacterial Contamination in Sarein Mineral Spas

Behnam Afsar; Ebrahim Fataei; Ali Akbar Imani

Volume 12, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 43-50

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2022.95527.1598

Abstract
  Background: Failure to observe proper hygiene principles of water and swimming pool environment is effective in causing health problems and transmission of infectious diseases to swimmers. This study aimed to analyze the level of Escherichia coli and Heterotrophic Plate Count in mineral pools in Sarein.Methods: ...  Read More

Original Article
Unit Cost Calculation of CT Scan Services based on Step-Down Method: A Case Study of Iran

Kaveh Houman; Alireza Ghorbani; Behrouz Fathi; Bahram Nabilou; Hasan Yusefzadeh

Volume 12, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 51-57

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2022.95634.1603

Abstract
  Background: CT-scan is one of the radiology units in which various services are carried out by injection and without injection to describe the patient’s anatomy better. Given the increasing costs of the CT due to diagnostic equipment, it is necessary to calculate the exact costs of services provided ...  Read More

Original Article
Maternal Risk Factors Associated with Low Birth Weight among in Term Newborns in Abadan University of Medical Sciences: A Nested Case-Control Study

Neda Amoori; Haydeh Ghajari; Belghis Afkaneh

Volume 12, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 58-65

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2022.95738.1609

Abstract
  Background: Low birth weight (LBW) can cause complications and disorders in the future life of newborns. This study aimed to investigate maternal risk factors affecting low birth weight among term newborns in the affiliated cities of Abadan University of Medical Sciences based on a nested case-control ...  Read More

Original Article
High-risk Driving and Its Associated Observable Driving Behaviors, Police Records, and Car Condition: A Case-control Study

Masumeh Daliri; Hesamuddin Taheri; Mohammad Fararouei

Volume 12, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 66-74

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2022.95797.1636

Abstract
  Background: The incidence of traffic accidents in Iran is significantly higher than the global average (more than 17000 deaths a year, mostly young adults). The aim of this study was to determine the risk factors of high-risk drivers based on their observable driving behaviors, police records, and car ...  Read More

Original Article
Socio-economic Inequality of Outpatient and Inpatient Healthcare Services: A Crosssectional Study in Iran

Parisa Naseri; Bahman Ahadinejad; Mohammad Amerzadeh; Fariba Hashemi; Sima Rafiei

Volume 12, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 75-82

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2022.95822.1616

Abstract
  Background: Ensuring equal utilization of health services has always been a priority in health systems globally. Iran implemented reforms such as the Health Transformation Plan (HTP), in which one objective was to reduce inequity in access to inpatient and outpatient services. These studies aimed to ...  Read More

Original Article
Assessment of Nurses’ Practice of Standard Precautions in Hospitals of Babil Governorate, Iraq

Mustafa Ali Hasan; Wissam Abdul-Ameer Ali; Rajaa Ahmed Mahmoud

Volume 12, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 83-89

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2023.99386.1802

Abstract
  Background: Hospital-acquired infection (HAI) is one of the most frequent issues that hospitals are faced with in every country worldwide. Nurses are an essential part of the medical workforce that play a special role in preventing the transmission of infections within hospitals by implementation of ...  Read More

Original Article
Iranian Dietitians’ Viewpoints on Virtual Nutritional Consultation on the Instagram Platform: A Descriptive, Cross-sectional Study

Mojtaba Khadem Al-Hosseini; Mostafa Lotfi; Farzaneh Mohammadi; Gordon A Ferns; Marzieh Akbarzadeh

Volume 12, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 90-97

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2023.99406.1803

Abstract
  Background: Today, the use of social media for health care advice has become more popular. The present study aimed to evaluate the opinions of Iranian dietitians on virtual nutritional counseling on the Instagram platform.Methods: The present descriptive, cross-sectional study enrolled Iranian dietitians ...  Read More

Health Integrated System in Iran: Opportunities and Constraints

Fatemeh Setoodehzadeh; Mohammad Khammarnia; Mostafa Peyvand

Volume 9, Issue 3 , July 2021, , Pages 206-207

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2021.89191.1162

Abstract
  Nowadays, information and communications technology (ICT) has deeply influenced different aspects, especially healthcare sector.(1) Increasing public awareness and expectations has encouraged healthcare providers to use modern technologies to improve service quality.(2) Health technologies provide useful ...  Read More

Risk Assessment of Musculoskeletal Disorders and Determination of the Associated Factors among Workers of a Dairy Products Factory

zahra zamanian; hadi daneshmandi; Hojjatolah Setoodeh; Ebrahim Nazaripoor; Abdollah Haghayegh; Saeed Shaban Sarvestani

Volume 2, Issue 4 , October 2014, , Pages 134-139

Abstract
  Background: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are one of the most common causes of occupational injuries that appear in the lower back, neck and upper and lower extremities mainly. This study was conducted to assess the risk of MSDs and determine of its associated factors in workers of a dairy products ...  Read More

Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Symptoms and Assessment of Working Conditions in an Iranian Petrochemical Industry

Alireza Choobineh; Hadi Daneshmandi; Shahed Asadi; Shahram Ahmadi

Volume 1, Issue 1 , July 2013, , Pages 33-40

Abstract
  Background/Objective: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are one of the most common causes of occupational injuries. This study was conducted with the objectives of determination of prevalence rate of MSDs and ergonomics assessment of the risk of MSDs among workers of a petrochemical company. Methods: ...  Read More

A Study of Antibiotics Self-Medication at Primary Health Care Centers in Shiraz, Southern Iran

Mehrdad Askarian; Mohsen Hosseingholizadeh mahani; Mina Danaei; Mohsen Momeni

Volume 1, Issue 1 , July 2013, , Pages 1-5

Abstract
  Background: Nowadays, self-medication of therapeutic agents is of global concern particularly in developing and underdeveloped countries. Some studies conducted in Iran showed that the frequency of self-medication was significant. Objective: This research was conducted to estimate the prevalence of arbitrary ...  Read More

Knowledge and Practice of Medical Students on Healthy Lifestyle: A Cross-Sectional Study in Shiraz

Mehrdad Askarian; Zahra Dehghani; Mina Danaei; Veda Vakili

Volume 1, Issue 2 , October 2013, , Pages 77-82

Abstract
  Background: Physicians are one of the most important groups directly associated with public health and their health related lifestyle has a significant impact on their patient’s behaviors. Several studies showed that the majority of medical students did not have appropriate and healthy behaviors. The ...  Read More

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