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
Shift Work and the Risk of Peptic Ulcer: A Systematic Review

Farhad Ghamari; Hamed Jafari-Vayghan; Sevda Saleh-Ghadimi; Amir Almasi-Hashiani

Volume 12, Issue 4 , October 2024, Pages 351-360

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2023.98648.1758

Abstract
  Background: Recent studies show that the prevalence of gastrointestinal problems among shift workers is much higher than that of day workers. The present study was conducted to summarize the findings of previous related studies regarding shift work and peptic ulcers.Methods: This is a systematic review ...  Read More

Review Articles
Relationship between Dietary Acid Load and Bone Health in Post-menopausal Women: A Systematic Review

Leila Moghari; Armin Ebrahimzadeh; Zahra Shamekhi; Nasrin Sharifi

Volume 12, Issue 4 , October 2024, Pages 361-369

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2023.98791.1769

Abstract
  Background: There is a lack of summarized reports of the relationship between dietary acid load (DAL) and bone health in post-menopausal women. Therefore, we aimed to design a systematic review and summarize eligible studies evaluating this association.Methods: The present study was a systematic review. ...  Read More

Review Articles
Psychological impacts of COVID-19 on Iranian Health Care Workers: A Systematic Review

Raziyeh Janizadeh; Ashkan Jafari Malek Abad; Mehdi Jahangiri

Volume 12, Issue 4 , October 2024, Pages 370-380

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2023.98229.1741

Abstract
  Background: Since the coronavirus spread in Iran, almost all healthcare workers (HCWs) have been fighting this disease. Due to the high workload, high prevalence of the virus, lack of specific treatment, and the uncertainty of the end of this epidemic, they experienced difficult working conditions, which ...  Read More

Original Article
Trend and Epidemiological Characteristics of Human Brucellosis in Western Algeria during 2014-2019: Results from the Regional Notifiable Diseases Surveillance System

Mohammed Bouamra; Madjid Akkou; Lamia Bentayeb; Mohammed Ziane

Volume 12, Issue 4 , October 2024, Pages 381-388

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2024.100428.1842

Abstract
  Background: Brucellosis, as a zoonotic disease, is widespread among humans and animal andcontinues to be a major public health problem. The present study aimed to analyze the trends and epidemiological characteristics of human brucellosis in Ain Témouchent (Western Algeria).Methods: In this registry-based ...  Read More

Original Articles
Agenda-setting Policy Analysis on Iranian Physical Activity Promotion Policies: An application of Kingdon’s Multiple Streams Framework

Behrouz Fathi; Rahim Khodayari-Zarnaq; Sara Pourazavi; Haidar Nadrian; Ahmad Kousha

Volume 12, Issue 4 , October 2024, Pages 389-401

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2023.97848.1724

Abstract
  Background: As physical inactivity is presently a global concern, encouraging people to engage in physical activity (PA) is a public health policy priority. This study was conducted to analyze the process of change in the adoption of policies which aim at promoting PA in setting the policy agenda.Methods: ...  Read More

Original Article
Risk Factors of Iron Deficiency Anemia among Children under Two Years Old in the Southeast of Iran: A Case–Control Study

Fatemeh Setoodehzadeh; Kosar Rezaei; Mohammad Khammarnia; Zeinab Almasi; Mostafa Peyvand

Volume 12, Issue 4 , October 2024, Pages 402-409

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2023.98147.1738

Abstract
  Background: Iron deficiency anemia in children is one of the most important challenges in the global health system. Also, it is one of the main problems in Iran, especially in the southern regions. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the factors affecting iron deficiency anemia in children ...  Read More

Original Article
What are the Psychosocial Predictors of Not Drinking Alcohol in Iranian Adolescents? Applying the Theory of Planned Behavior

Narges Mobasheri; Leila Ghahremani; Abdolrahim Asadollahi; Mohammad Hossein Kaveh

Volume 12, Issue 4 , October 2024, Pages 410-417

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2023.99058.1778

Abstract
  Background: Alcohol consumption, as a high-risk behaviour of adolescents, is a problematic challenge in health system around the globe. Iran, as an Islamic country, has been faced with this issue despite strict religious norms and heavy laws and punishment, especially after the fundamental 1979 revolution. ...  Read More

Original Article
Investigating Intergenerational Relationship Quality among Persian and Arab Ethnic Groups in Aging Community of the Southwestern Iran

Abdolrahim Asadollahi; Mahin Nazari; Khadijeh Jafarpour; Leila Ghahremani; Nasim Pirzadeh

Volume 12, Issue 4 , October 2024, Pages 418-425

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2023.99013.1776

Abstract
  Background: Old age is a sensitive period of life and paying attention to its needs is a social necessity. The older adults are exposed to threats such loneliness, isolation, and lack of social support. The aim of this study was to investigate the index of intergenerational quality in Persian and Arab ...  Read More

Original Article
Investigation of Sexual Function and Its Relationship with Spiritual Health and Religious Attitude in Iranian Women: A Descriptive Study

Zahra Yazdanpanahi; Zahra Beygi; Seyedeh Zohre Sajadian; Zahra Saheb Karam; Mahboubeh Hajifoghaha

Volume 12, Issue 4 , October 2024, Pages 426-433

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2023.99080.1781

Abstract
  Background: Sexual function is the result of a complex relationship between the body and the mind. It can be affected by various dimensions of health, including spiritual health. In this study, we aimed to assess sexual function and its relationship with spiritual health and religious attitude in Iranian ...  Read More

Original Article
Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome based on Six Definitions in SouthwesternIran: A Cross- Sectional Study from the Hoveyzeh Cohort Study

Seyed Mohammad Bahrainian; Leila Moadi; Meysam Alipour; Amaghan Moavej Aleali; Hajieh Shahbazian

Volume 12, Issue 4 , October 2024, Pages 434-442

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2023.99118.1783

Abstract
  Background: Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is identified by an accumulation of signs of a metabolic disorder and has become a growing problem in recent years due to its major public health risks. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the prevalence of MetS and its components based on six definitions.Methods: ...  Read More

Original Article
The Effect of Individuals’ Personality Traits on the Perceived Effort Assessed by Visual Analogue Scale: An Experimental Study

Hadi Daneshmandi; Alireza Choobineh; Zeinab Rasouli Kahaki; Mojgan Zoaktafi; Atefeh Hosseini

Volume 12, Issue 4 , October 2024, Pages 443-452

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2024.101045.1861

Abstract
  Background: This study aimed to examine the effect of individuals’ personality traits on the perceived effort.Methods: This experimental study was conducted from October 2022 to December 2022 on 30 students using general health questionnaire (GHQ-28), Raven’s intelligence quotient (IQ) test, ...  Read More

Original Article
Bionomics of Mosquitoes (Diptera: Culicidae) to Design a Comprehensive Control Program in Important Tourism Centers of Fars Province, Southern Iran

Masoumeh Amin; Mohsen Kalantari; Saideh Yousefi; Mozaffar Vahedi; Sorna Dabaghmanesh; Hamid Reza Ghorbani; Marzieh Shahriari Namadi; Parisa Amin

Volume 12, Issue 4 , October 2024, Pages 453-460

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2023.98576.1754

Abstract
  Background: The general purpose of this study was to investigate the species diversity and characteristics of the larval habitats of culicids in important tourism centers of Fars province to design a comprehensive program to control them.Methods: In a cross-sectional study conducted from April to the ...  Read More

Original Article
How College Students Experienced the Coronavirus Lockdown: Challenges and Opportunities from a Qualitative Study

Roghayeh Ezati Rad; Teamur Aghamolaei; Zahra Hosseini; Nahid Shahabi; Atefeh Homayuni; Hossein Montazer Ghaem

Volume 12, Issue 4 , October 2024, Pages 461-470

https://doi.org/10.30476/jhsss.2023.99683.1811

Abstract
  Background: Lockdown due to COVID-19changed the educational life of students from traditional to virtual learning; It posed many challenges to students’ success and has had psychological and social implications for them. The present study aimed to investigate the students’ experiences of ...  Read More

Health Integrated System in Iran: Opportunities and Constraints
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
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
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
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
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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