1989
1.
Paul, CY
A Socio-health Action-oriented Study to Increase Case-finding and Case-holding in the Leprosy Control Programme in Sarawak, Malaysia Book
Department of Social and Preventive Medicine, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 1989.
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2.
Adlina, Suleiman
A study of initial medical board records of hypertensive cases in the Malaysian Armed forces 1983-1987 Masters Thesis
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1989, (Master of Public Health).
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3.
Aini, Baba Noor
A study of Occupational Dermatoses in 3 leather processing factories in Selangor state and Wilayah Persekutuan Masters Thesis
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1989, (Master of Public Health).
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4.
Vadivelu, J; Feachem, R G; Drasar, B S; Harrison, T J; Parasakthi, N; Thambypillai, V; Puthucheary, S D
Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli in the domestic environment of a Malaysian village Journal Article
In: Epidemiol Infect, vol. 103, no. 3, pp. 497-511, 1989, ISSN: 0950-2688 (Print) 0950-2688 (Linking).
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title = {Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli in the domestic environment of a Malaysian village},
author = {J Vadivelu and R G Feachem and B S Drasar and T J Harrison and N Parasakthi and V Thambypillai and S D Puthucheary},
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abstract = {The membrane-filter assay, GM1-ELISA, and DNA-DNA hybridization assay, were used to detect enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC) in samples of water, weaning food, food preparation surface swabs, fingerprints of mothers, and the fingerprints and stools of children under 5 years of age, in 20 households in a Malaysian village. Weaning food and environmental samples were frequently contaminated by faecal coliforms, including ETEC. The membrane-filter assay detected and enumerated faecal coliforms and LT-ETEC in all types of water and weaning food samples. Highest concentrations of faecal coliforms and LT-ETEC were found in weaning food, followed by well-water, stored water and stored drinking water. The GM1-ELISA detected LT-ETEC in weaning food, food preparation surfaces, fingerprints and stool samples. The DNA-DNA hybridization assay detected a larger proportion of STa2-ETEC than the other toxotypes, either singly or in combination. All the assays in combination detected the presence of ETEC in all types of samples on at least one occasion in each household. It was not possible to classify households as consistently more or less contaminated with ETEC. On individual occasions it was possible to show a significant association of the presence of LT-ETEC between the fingerprints of children and their stools, fingerprints of mothers and children, and weaning food and the stools of the child consuming the food.},
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The membrane-filter assay, GM1-ELISA, and DNA-DNA hybridization assay, were used to detect enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC) in samples of water, weaning food, food preparation surface swabs, fingerprints of mothers, and the fingerprints and stools of children under 5 years of age, in 20 households in a Malaysian village. Weaning food and environmental samples were frequently contaminated by faecal coliforms, including ETEC. The membrane-filter assay detected and enumerated faecal coliforms and LT-ETEC in all types of water and weaning food samples. Highest concentrations of faecal coliforms and LT-ETEC were found in weaning food, followed by well-water, stored water and stored drinking water. The GM1-ELISA detected LT-ETEC in weaning food, food preparation surfaces, fingerprints and stool samples. The DNA-DNA hybridization assay detected a larger proportion of STa2-ETEC than the other toxotypes, either singly or in combination. All the assays in combination detected the presence of ETEC in all types of samples on at least one occasion in each household. It was not possible to classify households as consistently more or less contaminated with ETEC. On individual occasions it was possible to show a significant association of the presence of LT-ETEC between the fingerprints of children and their stools, fingerprints of mothers and children, and weaning food and the stools of the child consuming the food.
5.
Chen, Paul CY
Health care in Sarawak's jungles Journal Article
In: World Health Forum, vol. 10, pp. 190-192, 1989.
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6.
Vasanthamala, A; Arokiasamy, J T
Knowledge, attitude and practice factors in childhood acute respiratory infections in a peninsular Malaysia health district Journal Article
In: Asia Pac J Public Health, vol. 3, no. 3, pp. 219-23, 1989, ISSN: 1010-5395 (Print) 1010-5395 (Linking).
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abstract = {This study compares the knowledge, attitudes and practice of mothers in two ethnic groups with regard to acute respiratory infections (ARI) in their child. Most had traditional beliefs as to the cause of ARI with only a minority knowing the causes. Most mothers were aware of the effect of frequent attacks of ARI on the health status of their child and of the importance of early treatment. Reasons for their becoming worried during an episode of ARI in their child indicated that problems of distance, transportation and arrangements for care of their other children predominate. A large proportion of the respondents felt that their present knowledge of ARI was inadequate and were thus interested in obtaining more information.
Nurses interviewed 100 Malay and 100 Chinese mothers with a child 5 years old who attended child health clinics in Negri Sembilan, Malaysia about acute respiratory infections (ARIs). The mean age and family size, educational status, and income levels were similar between the 2 groups. The mothers believed the leading causes of ARIs in children to be germs, food, and change in climate. 70% of Malays worried when their child had a mild ARI and 85% would seek treatment as soon as possible. 57% of the Chinese worried when their child had a mild ARI and 70% would seek treatment as soon as possible. No mother would wait to seek treatment in a case of severe ARI. The leading reason for worry for both the Malays and Chinese was that the child could become weak. The 2nd reason for the Malays was that the child could die whereas for the Chinese it was that the ill child could infect others. 68% of the Malays and 57% of the Chinese would not give cooling foods (fruits and vegetables) to their ill child. 20% of the Malays and 36% of the Chinese did not believe in food taboos. Most mothers had some knowledge about the type of diet suitable during an ARI. 93% of the Malays would take their child to a health center or hospital for treatment, while only 69% of the Chinese would do so. 24% of the Chinese would purchase medicine to treat their child. The Chinese had more problems taking their child for treatment of ARI than the Malays. For the Chinese, the health was too far or they had no time. Most mothers (Malays 68%, Chinese 71%) admitted not knowing much about ARIs and wished to learn more (Malays 89%, Chinese 92%). Most mothers wanted the information from health personnel. 21% of the Chinese could obtain information from reading. Health personnel should inform mothers more often about ARIs.
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This study compares the knowledge, attitudes and practice of mothers in two ethnic groups with regard to acute respiratory infections (ARI) in their child. Most had traditional beliefs as to the cause of ARI with only a minority knowing the causes. Most mothers were aware of the effect of frequent attacks of ARI on the health status of their child and of the importance of early treatment. Reasons for their becoming worried during an episode of ARI in their child indicated that problems of distance, transportation and arrangements for care of their other children predominate. A large proportion of the respondents felt that their present knowledge of ARI was inadequate and were thus interested in obtaining more information.
Nurses interviewed 100 Malay and 100 Chinese mothers with a child 5 years old who attended child health clinics in Negri Sembilan, Malaysia about acute respiratory infections (ARIs). The mean age and family size, educational status, and income levels were similar between the 2 groups. The mothers believed the leading causes of ARIs in children to be germs, food, and change in climate. 70% of Malays worried when their child had a mild ARI and 85% would seek treatment as soon as possible. 57% of the Chinese worried when their child had a mild ARI and 70% would seek treatment as soon as possible. No mother would wait to seek treatment in a case of severe ARI. The leading reason for worry for both the Malays and Chinese was that the child could become weak. The 2nd reason for the Malays was that the child could die whereas for the Chinese it was that the ill child could infect others. 68% of the Malays and 57% of the Chinese would not give cooling foods (fruits and vegetables) to their ill child. 20% of the Malays and 36% of the Chinese did not believe in food taboos. Most mothers had some knowledge about the type of diet suitable during an ARI. 93% of the Malays would take their child to a health center or hospital for treatment, while only 69% of the Chinese would do so. 24% of the Chinese would purchase medicine to treat their child. The Chinese had more problems taking their child for treatment of ARI than the Malays. For the Chinese, the health was too far or they had no time. Most mothers (Malays 68%, Chinese 71%) admitted not knowing much about ARIs and wished to learn more (Malays 89%, Chinese 92%). Most mothers wanted the information from health personnel. 21% of the Chinese could obtain information from reading. Health personnel should inform mothers more often about ARIs.
eng
Nurses interviewed 100 Malay and 100 Chinese mothers with a child 5 years old who attended child health clinics in Negri Sembilan, Malaysia about acute respiratory infections (ARIs). The mean age and family size, educational status, and income levels were similar between the 2 groups. The mothers believed the leading causes of ARIs in children to be germs, food, and change in climate. 70% of Malays worried when their child had a mild ARI and 85% would seek treatment as soon as possible. 57% of the Chinese worried when their child had a mild ARI and 70% would seek treatment as soon as possible. No mother would wait to seek treatment in a case of severe ARI. The leading reason for worry for both the Malays and Chinese was that the child could become weak. The 2nd reason for the Malays was that the child could die whereas for the Chinese it was that the ill child could infect others. 68% of the Malays and 57% of the Chinese would not give cooling foods (fruits and vegetables) to their ill child. 20% of the Malays and 36% of the Chinese did not believe in food taboos. Most mothers had some knowledge about the type of diet suitable during an ARI. 93% of the Malays would take their child to a health center or hospital for treatment, while only 69% of the Chinese would do so. 24% of the Chinese would purchase medicine to treat their child. The Chinese had more problems taking their child for treatment of ARI than the Malays. For the Chinese, the health was too far or they had no time. Most mothers (Malays 68%, Chinese 71%) admitted not knowing much about ARIs and wished to learn more (Malays 89%, Chinese 92%). Most mothers wanted the information from health personnel. 21% of the Chinese could obtain information from reading. Health personnel should inform mothers more often about ARIs.
eng
7.
Yap, S B; Teoh, S T
The nutritional status of children in an urban squatter community in Malaysia Journal Article
In: Asia Pac J Public Health, vol. 3, no. 4, pp. 297-300, 1989, ISSN: 1010-5395 (Print) 1010-5395.
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title = {The nutritional status of children in an urban squatter community in Malaysia},
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abstract = {An anthropometric assessment was conducted on a sample of 309 children, aged twelve years and below, from an urban squatter community in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The community consists mainly of Malays and Indians and is fairly established with a mean length of residence of about fifteen years. There was not much difference between the two ethnic groups with regard to educational status or income. Most of the residents were unskilled or semiskilled workers employed in factories and government agencies. About 40 percent of the infants and toddlers were found to be wasted, while about one-third of the older children were stunted. There appears to be some association between income per capita and nutritional status.},
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An anthropometric assessment was conducted on a sample of 309 children, aged twelve years and below, from an urban squatter community in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The community consists mainly of Malays and Indians and is fairly established with a mean length of residence of about fifteen years. There was not much difference between the two ethnic groups with regard to educational status or income. Most of the residents were unskilled or semiskilled workers employed in factories and government agencies. About 40 percent of the infants and toddlers were found to be wasted, while about one-third of the older children were stunted. There appears to be some association between income per capita and nutritional status.
1988
1.
Chen, Paul CY
Bringing leprosy into the open Journal Article
In: 1988.
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abstract = {A study in Sarawak, Malaysia, revealed diverse opinions, prejudices and degrees of knowledge about leprosy among various ethnic groups. The information gathered was used as the base on which a health education package relating to the disease was established. It is intended that this will lead to the early detection and treatment of a higher propotion of cases than has previously been posible.},
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A study in Sarawak, Malaysia, revealed diverse opinions, prejudices and degrees of knowledge about leprosy among various ethnic groups. The information gathered was used as the base on which a health education package relating to the disease was established. It is intended that this will lead to the early detection and treatment of a higher propotion of cases than has previously been posible.
2.
Chen, P C
Longhouse dwelling, social contact and the prevalence of leprosy and tuberculosis among native tribes of Sarawak Journal Article
In: Soc Sci Med, vol. 26, no. 10, pp. 1073-7, 1988, ISSN: 0277-9536 (Print) 0277-9536 (Linking).
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abstract = {In Sarawak, some tribes stay in communal longhouses whilst others live in villages of single dwellings. The present study looks into the question of whether there is an association between the prevalence of leprosy and tuberculosis with the quantum of social contact that occurs in these two types of settlement patterns. It was found that the prevalence of leprosy and tuberculosis is significantly higher among longhouse dwellers compared with single house dwellers. It was also noted that social groups tended to be larger and to persist for much longer among longhouse dwellers than among those in single dwellings. This lends support to the evidence that social contact in longhouses is more extensive and contributes towards a higher prevalence of leprosy and tuberculosis.},
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In Sarawak, some tribes stay in communal longhouses whilst others live in villages of single dwellings. The present study looks into the question of whether there is an association between the prevalence of leprosy and tuberculosis with the quantum of social contact that occurs in these two types of settlement patterns. It was found that the prevalence of leprosy and tuberculosis is significantly higher among longhouse dwellers compared with single house dwellers. It was also noted that social groups tended to be larger and to persist for much longer among longhouse dwellers than among those in single dwellings. This lends support to the evidence that social contact in longhouses is more extensive and contributes towards a higher prevalence of leprosy and tuberculosis.
1987
1.
Chen, P C
Aging in Malaysia Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 42, no. 3, pp. 144-5, 1987, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
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2.
Thambypillai, V
Children's opinions and attitudes about smoking Journal Article
In: J R Soc Health, vol. 107, no. 3, pp. 84-7, 91, 1987, ISSN: 0264-0325 (Print) 0264-0325.
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3.
Chen, P C
Family support and the health of the elderly Malaysian Journal Article
In: J Cross Cult Gerontol, vol. 2, no. 2, pp. 187-93, 1987, ISSN: 0169-3816 (Print) 0169-3816 (Linking).
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4.
Kan, S P; Yap, S B; Yap, P L
Intestinal parasitism among Penan children of the Upper Baram, Sarawak Journal Article
In: Asia Pac J Public Health, vol. 1, no. 1, pp. 38-41, 1987, ISSN: 1010-5395 (Print) 1010-5395 (Linking).
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title = {Intestinal parasitism among Penan children of the Upper Baram, Sarawak},
author = {S P Kan and S B Yap and P L Yap},
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doi = {10.1177/101053958700100110},
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5.
Ai, C J
The dental status of the Kayans of Long Atip, Baram, Sarawak Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 42, no. 2, pp. 110-2, 1987, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
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title = {The dental status of the Kayans of Long Atip, Baram, Sarawak},
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1986
1.
Ayyamani, Uma Deavi; Ying, Gan Chong; San, Ooi Guat
A knowledge atitude and practice (KAP) study on dengue/dengue haemorrhagic fever and the Aedes mosquitoes Journal Article
In: Medical Journal of Malaysia, vol. 41, no. 2, pp. 108-115, 1986.
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title = {A knowledge atitude and practice (KAP) study on dengue/dengue haemorrhagic fever and the Aedes mosquitoes},
author = {Uma Deavi Ayyamani and Gan Chong Ying and Ooi Guat San},
year = {1986},
date = {1986-01-01},
journal = {Medical Journal of Malaysia},
volume = {41},
number = {2},
pages = {108-115},
abstract = {A KAP study on dengue/dengue haemorrhagic fever (DF/DHF) was carried out in three areas in the Federal Territory. The three areas were selected based on their ethnic group composition and were Jinjang North (Chinese), Kampung Bahru (Malays) and Sentul (Indians). Houses were selected by a systematic sampling method and house-to-house interviews were carried out with a pre-tested, predesigned questionnaire.
546 (87.62%) of the households responded.
The study indicated that all three communities knew of DF/DHF with the majority describing it as a disease caused by mosquitoes. Though a large number were able to give some sign or symptom of DF/DHF, many Chinese were unable to do so. Knowledge about the mosquito, its habits and habitats was generally good and many realised that unclean surroundings and storage of water would cause mosquitoes to breed. This knowledge, however, did not always lead to good practices and discrepancies between knowledge and practice were seen. Knowledge about legislation, though widespread, lacked specificity with many admitting ignorance about the duration ofjail sentence and amount of fine that could be imposed. More than half the respondents did not know abate and the majority of these were Chinese.
Health personnel did not seem to participate actively in health education. The mass media was found to be the main source ofinformation.},
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A KAP study on dengue/dengue haemorrhagic fever (DF/DHF) was carried out in three areas in the Federal Territory. The three areas were selected based on their ethnic group composition and were Jinjang North (Chinese), Kampung Bahru (Malays) and Sentul (Indians). Houses were selected by a systematic sampling method and house-to-house interviews were carried out with a pre-tested, predesigned questionnaire.
546 (87.62%) of the households responded.
The study indicated that all three communities knew of DF/DHF with the majority describing it as a disease caused by mosquitoes. Though a large number were able to give some sign or symptom of DF/DHF, many Chinese were unable to do so. Knowledge about the mosquito, its habits and habitats was generally good and many realised that unclean surroundings and storage of water would cause mosquitoes to breed. This knowledge, however, did not always lead to good practices and discrepancies between knowledge and practice were seen. Knowledge about legislation, though widespread, lacked specificity with many admitting ignorance about the duration ofjail sentence and amount of fine that could be imposed. More than half the respondents did not know abate and the majority of these were Chinese.
Health personnel did not seem to participate actively in health education. The mass media was found to be the main source ofinformation.
546 (87.62%) of the households responded.
The study indicated that all three communities knew of DF/DHF with the majority describing it as a disease caused by mosquitoes. Though a large number were able to give some sign or symptom of DF/DHF, many Chinese were unable to do so. Knowledge about the mosquito, its habits and habitats was generally good and many realised that unclean surroundings and storage of water would cause mosquitoes to breed. This knowledge, however, did not always lead to good practices and discrepancies between knowledge and practice were seen. Knowledge about legislation, though widespread, lacked specificity with many admitting ignorance about the duration ofjail sentence and amount of fine that could be imposed. More than half the respondents did not know abate and the majority of these were Chinese.
Health personnel did not seem to participate actively in health education. The mass media was found to be the main source ofinformation.
2.
Chen, P C
Child health delivery in Asia Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 41, no. 1, pp. 93-8, 1986, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
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3.
Thambypillai, V
Coping among the non-institutionalised ill elderly Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 41, no. 2, pp. 116-22, 1986, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283.
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4.
Thambypillai, V
Utilization of formal social support services by non-institutionalized ill elderly Journal Article
In: Singapore Med J, vol. 27, no. 4, pp. 281-7, 1986, ISSN: 0037-5675 (Print) 0037-5675 (Linking).
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title = {Utilization of formal social support services by non-institutionalized ill elderly},
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1985
1.
Devan, Ramu K R
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1985, (Master of Public Health).
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title = {A Comparative Study of Selected Aspects of Health Among a Malay Migrant Group and a Malay Non-Migrant Group in Mersing, Peninsular Malaysia},
author = {Ramu K R Devan},
year = {1985},
date = {1985-01-01},
school = {Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya},
abstract = {Objective: The objective is to compare selected aspects of health between a Malay migrant group and a Malay non-migrant group in four villages in Mersing, Peninsular Malaysia. Method: This comparative study of selected aspects of health was conducted among a Malay migrant group and a Malay non-migrant group in four villages in Mersing, Peninsular Malaysia. Result: Migrant households had larger family size compared to non-migrant households. On the whole knowledge, attitude and practices of personal hygiene among the migrants appeared to be lacking as compared to the non-migrants. The child care practices among the migrants were lower as compared to the non-migrants. More non-migrant mothers were aware and practised good nutrition and antenatal care during pregnancy. Migrants resorted to modern medical treatment but some preferred the more traditional forms of treatment. Conclusion: Disparities exist between migrant and non-migrant communities in many aspects of attitudes to health as well as health practices. Imrpovement can be brought about by targetting specific communities.},
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Objective: The objective is to compare selected aspects of health between a Malay migrant group and a Malay non-migrant group in four villages in Mersing, Peninsular Malaysia. Method: This comparative study of selected aspects of health was conducted among a Malay migrant group and a Malay non-migrant group in four villages in Mersing, Peninsular Malaysia. Result: Migrant households had larger family size compared to non-migrant households. On the whole knowledge, attitude and practices of personal hygiene among the migrants appeared to be lacking as compared to the non-migrants. The child care practices among the migrants were lower as compared to the non-migrants. More non-migrant mothers were aware and practised good nutrition and antenatal care during pregnancy. Migrants resorted to modern medical treatment but some preferred the more traditional forms of treatment. Conclusion: Disparities exist between migrant and non-migrant communities in many aspects of attitudes to health as well as health practices. Imrpovement can be brought about by targetting specific communities.
2.
Madhu, Sahai
A study of Motor Vehicle Accident Cases as seen in the Accident and Emergency Unit, University Hospital Kuala Lumpur Masters Thesis
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1985, (Master of Public Health).
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title = {A study of Motor Vehicle Accident Cases as seen in the Accident and Emergency Unit, University Hospital Kuala Lumpur},
author = {Sahai Madhu},
year = {1985},
date = {1985-01-01},
school = {Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya},
abstract = {Objective: This study is carried out to collect some data to project the overall situation in the Accident Emergency Unit of the University Hospital, Kuala Lumpur. Introduction (if necessary): The increasing use of motor vehicles at a steady rate compared to the rate of development of road and other facilities, brings in another disease, that is, motor vehicle accidents, causing injury to the users and others, ultimately leading to increased death or disability. Method: The study was conducted with effect from 7th December 1984 for a period of 15 days in respect of all cases of motor vehicle accidents attending the A \& E Unit of the University Hospital. The frequency and the severity of the injury were analysed in relation to age, sex, ethnic group and occupation with the view of type of the vehicle involved in accident. Injury pattern in motor vehicle accident in general and also in relation to the vehicle was analysed. Result: A total of 218 motor vehicle accident cases attended the A \& E Unit of the University Hospital during the study period. This constituted 9.6% of the total cases reported to the A \& E Unit during this period. Drivers (67.0%) sustained more injuries than other road users such as pillion riders (11.5%) or car passengers or pedestrians (9.2%). The drivers having more than five years of driving experience (23.3%) were less involved in accidents than those having 0-5 years of experience (49.3%). Conclusion: This suggests that drivers or operators of vehicles are at more risk of injures compared to road users. More studies need to be done on the causes of motor vehicle accidents.},
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Objective: This study is carried out to collect some data to project the overall situation in the Accident Emergency Unit of the University Hospital, Kuala Lumpur. Introduction (if necessary): The increasing use of motor vehicles at a steady rate compared to the rate of development of road and other facilities, brings in another disease, that is, motor vehicle accidents, causing injury to the users and others, ultimately leading to increased death or disability. Method: The study was conducted with effect from 7th December 1984 for a period of 15 days in respect of all cases of motor vehicle accidents attending the A & E Unit of the University Hospital. The frequency and the severity of the injury were analysed in relation to age, sex, ethnic group and occupation with the view of type of the vehicle involved in accident. Injury pattern in motor vehicle accident in general and also in relation to the vehicle was analysed. Result: A total of 218 motor vehicle accident cases attended the A & E Unit of the University Hospital during the study period. This constituted 9.6% of the total cases reported to the A & E Unit during this period. Drivers (67.0%) sustained more injuries than other road users such as pillion riders (11.5%) or car passengers or pedestrians (9.2%). The drivers having more than five years of driving experience (23.3%) were less involved in accidents than those having 0-5 years of experience (49.3%). Conclusion: This suggests that drivers or operators of vehicles are at more risk of injures compared to road users. More studies need to be done on the causes of motor vehicle accidents.
3.
Marcus, Woibun
A study of the inpatients Admitted for the first time to the University Hospital, Malaysia in 1982 Masters Thesis
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1985, (Master of Public Health).
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title = {A study of the inpatients Admitted for the first time to the University Hospital, Malaysia in 1982},
author = {Woibun Marcus},
year = {1985},
date = {1985-01-01},
school = {Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya},
abstract = {Objective: To study admissions to the University Hospital in 1982. Method: A study of the patients admitted for the first time into the University Hospital for the year 1982 is presented. A total of 15,251 admissions were analysed. The data was derived from the computerized medical records on patients of the hospital. Readmissions and normal deliveries were excluded from the analysis. Result: The study showed that the highest number of admissions during the study period were the Chinese (43%). The Medical Unit was found to have the highest number of admissions (23.7%). The overall average length of stay per patient for the University Hospital was 8.5 days. The two leading I.C.D. major cause groups for admission were found to be Injury and Poisoning (13%) and Infectious and Parasitic Diseases(8.9%). This study revealed that the majority of the patients (70.5%) were non-referrals but presented themselves at the hospital. Conclusion: Admissions to the University Hospital in 1982 followed the expected pattern for an urban population in Malaysia.},
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Objective: To study admissions to the University Hospital in 1982. Method: A study of the patients admitted for the first time into the University Hospital for the year 1982 is presented. A total of 15,251 admissions were analysed. The data was derived from the computerized medical records on patients of the hospital. Readmissions and normal deliveries were excluded from the analysis. Result: The study showed that the highest number of admissions during the study period were the Chinese (43%). The Medical Unit was found to have the highest number of admissions (23.7%). The overall average length of stay per patient for the University Hospital was 8.5 days. The two leading I.C.D. major cause groups for admission were found to be Injury and Poisoning (13%) and Infectious and Parasitic Diseases(8.9%). This study revealed that the majority of the patients (70.5%) were non-referrals but presented themselves at the hospital. Conclusion: Admissions to the University Hospital in 1982 followed the expected pattern for an urban population in Malaysia.
4.
Lim, H H; Ong, C N; Domala, Z; Phoon, W O; Khoo, H E
Blood lead levels in Malaysian urban and rural pregnant women Journal Article
In: Public Health, vol. 99, no. 1, pp. 23-29, 1985, ISSN: 0033-3506.
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title = {Blood lead levels in Malaysian urban and rural pregnant women},
author = {H H Lim and C N Ong and Z Domala and W O Phoon and H E Khoo},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0033-3506(85)80123-2},
doi = {10.1016/S0033-3506(85)80123-2},
issn = {0033-3506},
year = {1985},
date = {1985-01-01},
journal = {Public Health},
volume = {99},
number = {1},
pages = {23-29},
abstract = {A cross-sectional study was carried out in Malaysia to determine blood lead levels in a group of 60 pregnant women living in an urban area and another group of 63 pregnant women from a rural district. The mean blood lead level of the urban women (17·3 ?g/100 ml) was significantly higher than that of the rural women (15·5 ?g/100 ml). The higher urban levels probably reflect greater environmental exposure to lead. The study did not demonstrate any statistical relationship of blood lead levels with age or duration of pregnancy.},
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A cross-sectional study was carried out in Malaysia to determine blood lead levels in a group of 60 pregnant women living in an urban area and another group of 63 pregnant women from a rural district. The mean blood lead level of the urban women (17·3 ?g/100 ml) was significantly higher than that of the rural women (15·5 ?g/100 ml). The higher urban levels probably reflect greater environmental exposure to lead. The study did not demonstrate any statistical relationship of blood lead levels with age or duration of pregnancy.
5.
Chen, P C
Child health in Malaysia: 1870-1985 Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 40, no. 3, pp. 165-76, 1985, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
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title = {Child health in Malaysia: 1870-1985},
author = {P C Chen},
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year = {1985},
date = {1985-01-01},
journal = {Med J Malaysia},
volume = {40},
number = {3},
pages = {165-76},
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6.
Ong, C N; Phoon, W O; Law, H Y; Tye, C Y; Lim, H H
Concentrations of lead in maternal blood, cord blood, and breast milk Journal Article
In: Arch Dis Child, vol. 60, no. 8, pp. 756-9, 1985, ISSN: 1468-2044 (Electronic) 0003-9888 (Linking).
@article{RN16198,
title = {Concentrations of lead in maternal blood, cord blood, and breast milk},
author = {C N Ong and W O Phoon and H Y Law and C Y Tye and H H Lim},
url = {https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/4037861},
issn = {1468-2044 (Electronic)
0003-9888 (Linking)},
year = {1985},
date = {1985-01-01},
journal = {Arch Dis Child},
volume = {60},
number = {8},
pages = {756-9},
abstract = {Lead concentrations in maternal blood, umbilical cord blood, and breast milk from 114 women who were not occupationally exposed to lead were determined by graphite atomic absorption spectrophotometry. The mean concentrations of lead in maternal blood, umbilical cord blood and breast milk were 0.7, 0.55, and 0.23 mumol/l, respectively. A significant correlation was observed between maternal and umbilical cord blood (r = 0.63). A lower correlation was noted between maternal blood and breast milk (r = 0.29). These results suggest that lead freely crosses the placental barrier from mother to fetus and the transfer of this heavy metal from maternal tissues to breast milk is possible, but the metabolic mechanisms are more complicated. In addition, a longitudinal study was conducted of concentrations of lead in breast milk in nine lactating women. Results suggested no significant change in the content of lead in breast milk during early lactation.},
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Lead concentrations in maternal blood, umbilical cord blood, and breast milk from 114 women who were not occupationally exposed to lead were determined by graphite atomic absorption spectrophotometry. The mean concentrations of lead in maternal blood, umbilical cord blood and breast milk were 0.7, 0.55, and 0.23 mumol/l, respectively. A significant correlation was observed between maternal and umbilical cord blood (r = 0.63). A lower correlation was noted between maternal blood and breast milk (r = 0.29). These results suggest that lead freely crosses the placental barrier from mother to fetus and the transfer of this heavy metal from maternal tissues to breast milk is possible, but the metabolic mechanisms are more complicated. In addition, a longitudinal study was conducted of concentrations of lead in breast milk in nine lactating women. Results suggested no significant change in the content of lead in breast milk during early lactation.
7.
Revathi, Krishnan
Disease Pattern and Bed Utilization in Special Care Nursery, University Hospital, Kuala Lumpur Masters Thesis
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1985, (Master of Public Health).
@mastersthesis{RN16_310,
title = {Disease Pattern and Bed Utilization in Special Care Nursery, University Hospital, Kuala Lumpur},
author = {Krishnan Revathi},
year = {1985},
date = {1985-01-01},
school = {Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya},
abstract = {Objective: To determine the disease pattern of admissions and utilization of beds in the Special Care Nursery, University Hospital, Kuala Lumpur over a two and a half month period from lst November 1984 to 16th January 1985. Method: Data from the Special Care Nursery, University Hospital were analysed. Result: 24.4% of the babies were preterm in gestation while 37.4% of the babies had low birth weights. About 31% of the babies were born to mothers who were unbooked. These mothers had a significantly higher incidence of low birth weights (63,2%) compared to booked mothers (25.9%). Mild to moderate and severe asphyxia neonatorum were observed in 19.5% and 12.2% of the babies respectively. Hyaline membrane disease, pneumonia and transient tachypnoea were the commonest causes of respiratory distress. 28.4% of babies had infections, with septicaemia and pneumonia being the commonest manifestations.},
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Objective: To determine the disease pattern of admissions and utilization of beds in the Special Care Nursery, University Hospital, Kuala Lumpur over a two and a half month period from lst November 1984 to 16th January 1985. Method: Data from the Special Care Nursery, University Hospital were analysed. Result: 24.4% of the babies were preterm in gestation while 37.4% of the babies had low birth weights. About 31% of the babies were born to mothers who were unbooked. These mothers had a significantly higher incidence of low birth weights (63,2%) compared to booked mothers (25.9%). Mild to moderate and severe asphyxia neonatorum were observed in 19.5% and 12.2% of the babies respectively. Hyaline membrane disease, pneumonia and transient tachypnoea were the commonest causes of respiratory distress. 28.4% of babies had infections, with septicaemia and pneumonia being the commonest manifestations.
8.
Yap, Sim Bee
Health literacy and food beliefs among Ibans, Sarawak Journal Article
In: Medical Journal of Malaysia, vol. 40, no. 4, pp. 294-300, 1985.
@article{RN16171,
title = {Health literacy and food beliefs among Ibans, Sarawak},
author = {Sim Bee Yap},
year = {1985},
date = {1985-01-01},
journal = {Medical Journal of Malaysia},
volume = {40},
number = {4},
pages = {294-300},
abstract = {A morbidity survey was carried out on a csample of eight longhouses in the Entabai areacof the Sixth Division, Sarawak. Of the 645crespondents interviewed, only 148 (22.9%)chad experienced at least one spell of illnesscduring the one month prior to the survey. A total of 161 spells of illness was reported, giving a rate of three spells per person per year for the community. Most of the complaints were mild in nature, with fever and aches being the commonest reported. About two thirds of the illnesses were seen by the village aide or at the klinik desa, while the remaining preferred to be treated by the manang.
A sub-sample of 49 heads of household were interviewed on their views of the causation, prevention and spread offive common conditions. About 14-43% of the respondents had no knowledge of the causesoffever, cough, diarrhoea or worms. Among those who mentioned some causative factors, only a portion had correct concepts of the various aspects of diseases. Food taboos associated with the five conditions were not too numerous or extensive enough to affect dietary intakes. However, this is not so during the post-partum period where the mother is not allowed to eat many vegetables and meat which are common items in their everyday diets.},
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A morbidity survey was carried out on a csample of eight longhouses in the Entabai areacof the Sixth Division, Sarawak. Of the 645crespondents interviewed, only 148 (22.9%)chad experienced at least one spell of illnesscduring the one month prior to the survey. A total of 161 spells of illness was reported, giving a rate of three spells per person per year for the community. Most of the complaints were mild in nature, with fever and aches being the commonest reported. About two thirds of the illnesses were seen by the village aide or at the klinik desa, while the remaining preferred to be treated by the manang.
A sub-sample of 49 heads of household were interviewed on their views of the causation, prevention and spread offive common conditions. About 14-43% of the respondents had no knowledge of the causesoffever, cough, diarrhoea or worms. Among those who mentioned some causative factors, only a portion had correct concepts of the various aspects of diseases. Food taboos associated with the five conditions were not too numerous or extensive enough to affect dietary intakes. However, this is not so during the post-partum period where the mother is not allowed to eat many vegetables and meat which are common items in their everyday diets.
A sub-sample of 49 heads of household were interviewed on their views of the causation, prevention and spread offive common conditions. About 14-43% of the respondents had no knowledge of the causesoffever, cough, diarrhoea or worms. Among those who mentioned some causative factors, only a portion had correct concepts of the various aspects of diseases. Food taboos associated with the five conditions were not too numerous or extensive enough to affect dietary intakes. However, this is not so during the post-partum period where the mother is not allowed to eat many vegetables and meat which are common items in their everyday diets.
9.
Chen, P C
Innovations in child health care in Asia Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 40, no. 3, pp. 177-84, 1985, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
@article{RN16142,
title = {Innovations in child health care in Asia},
author = {P C Chen},
url = {https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/3842713},
issn = {0300-5283 (Print)
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year = {1985},
date = {1985-01-01},
journal = {Med J Malaysia},
volume = {40},
number = {3},
pages = {177-84},
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tppubtype = {article}
}
10.
Chen, P C
Life-styles and health-related behaviour Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 40, no. 2, pp. 60-1, 1985, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
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title = {Life-styles and health-related behaviour},
author = {P C Chen},
url = {https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/3834288},
issn = {0300-5283 (Print)
0300-5283 (Linking)},
year = {1985},
date = {1985-01-01},
journal = {Med J Malaysia},
volume = {40},
number = {2},
pages = {60-1},
keywords = {},
pubstate = {published},
tppubtype = {article}
}
11.
Maimunah, Abdul Hamid
Nutritional Assessment of Malay Settlers in a Land Development Scheme in Ulu Tebrau, Johore Masters Thesis
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1985, (Master of Public Health).
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title = {Nutritional Assessment of Malay Settlers in a Land Development Scheme in Ulu Tebrau, Johore},
author = {Abdul Hamid Maimunah},
year = {1985},
date = {1985-01-01},
school = {Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya},
note = {Master of Public Health},
keywords = {},
pubstate = {published},
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}
12.
Thambypillai, V
Smoking among urban Malaysian school children Journal Article
In: Soc Sci Med, vol. 21, no. 7, pp. 819-23, 1985, ISSN: 0277-9536 (Print) 0277-9536 (Linking).
@article{RN16196,
title = {Smoking among urban Malaysian school children},
author = {V Thambypillai},
url = {https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/4071118},
issn = {0277-9536 (Print)
0277-9536 (Linking)},
year = {1985},
date = {1985-01-01},
journal = {Soc Sci Med},
volume = {21},
number = {7},
pages = {819-23},
abstract = {A questionnaire on smoking habits was administered to 4106 Form IV school children in Kuala Lumpur. The period of survey was from 9 to 20 April 1984. 2099 boys and 2007 girls were studied and their mean age was 16.1 years. 32.8% of the students had been initiated to smoking and the mean age of initiation was 13.3 years. The prevalence of smoking was found to be 9.8% and the mean duration of smoking was 2.5 years. Most of the smokers and occasional smokers were boys. About 42% of the smokers wished to stop smoking and only 1% of the non-smokers intended to smoke in the future. The study recommended that health education programmes should be started earlier in school.},
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A questionnaire on smoking habits was administered to 4106 Form IV school children in Kuala Lumpur. The period of survey was from 9 to 20 April 1984. 2099 boys and 2007 girls were studied and their mean age was 16.1 years. 32.8% of the students had been initiated to smoking and the mean age of initiation was 13.3 years. The prevalence of smoking was found to be 9.8% and the mean duration of smoking was 2.5 years. Most of the smokers and occasional smokers were boys. About 42% of the smokers wished to stop smoking and only 1% of the non-smokers intended to smoke in the future. The study recommended that health education programmes should be started earlier in school.
1984
1.
Sairere, John
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1984, (Master of Public Health).
@mastersthesis{RN8_113,
title = {A comparison of some aspects of Child Health Services in Kuala Langat District Peninsular Malaysia and East Sipik Province, Papua New Guinea%C Kuala Lumpur},
author = {John Sairere},
year = {1984},
date = {1984-01-01},
school = {Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya},
abstract = {Objective: This study attempted to compare the child health services in the Kuala Langat district, Peninsular Malaysia to the same service in East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea. Result: The data collection and compilation carried out by the health care system in Kuala Langat district (KLD) was more thorough and more complete than that carried out by the health care system in East Sepik Province (ESP), thus making comparison difficult. The two study areas are different in terrain, population and level of development. While facilities in KLD are partly hospital-based and partly community-based, that of ESP is more community-based. KLD had a doctor-population ratio of 1:4604. ESP had a ratio of 1:27,736. But KLD had a nursing staff to population ratio of 1:670 compared to ESP which had a ratio of 1:499. There was no programme on vector control, domiciliary care or applied nutrition. Morbidity and mortality figures were compared. Conclusion: Although it is difficult to compare the districts of Kuala Langat and East Sepik Province due to lack of data, a number of lessons learnt in the Kuala Langat District may be applicable to the East Sepik Province.},
note = {Master of Public Health},
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Objective: This study attempted to compare the child health services in the Kuala Langat district, Peninsular Malaysia to the same service in East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea. Result: The data collection and compilation carried out by the health care system in Kuala Langat district (KLD) was more thorough and more complete than that carried out by the health care system in East Sepik Province (ESP), thus making comparison difficult. The two study areas are different in terrain, population and level of development. While facilities in KLD are partly hospital-based and partly community-based, that of ESP is more community-based. KLD had a doctor-population ratio of 1:4604. ESP had a ratio of 1:27,736. But KLD had a nursing staff to population ratio of 1:670 compared to ESP which had a ratio of 1:499. There was no programme on vector control, domiciliary care or applied nutrition. Morbidity and mortality figures were compared. Conclusion: Although it is difficult to compare the districts of Kuala Langat and East Sepik Province due to lack of data, a number of lessons learnt in the Kuala Langat District may be applicable to the East Sepik Province.
2.
Singh, Santokh
A Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Study of Filariasis among two Communities in Bukit Kepong, Johor Masters Thesis
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1984, (Master of Public Health).
@mastersthesis{RN3k,
title = {A Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Study of Filariasis among two Communities in Bukit Kepong, Johor},
author = {Santokh Singh},
year = {1984},
date = {1984-01-01},
school = {Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya},
abstract = {Objective: To identify behavioural and cultural factors in the epidemiology of filariasis. Method: This study was carried out in two endemic communities (Chinese and Malays) in Bukit Kepong (Johor) to identify behavioural and cultural factors in the epidemiology of filariasis. The study area is approximately 101 square miles and comprises nine villages. The local inhabitants have been re-examined and retreated for filariasis. The study sample consists of 100 Chinese and 100 Malay heads of households. Their views, responses on knowledge of filariasis, attitudes towards the control programme and circadial practices are analysed and discussed Result: The overall knowledge of filariasis was relatively better among the Malays than the Chinese. However the end stage (elephantiasis) of filariasis was better understood than the acute stage particularly among the Chinese. Although a fair number of Malays (22%) knew by its acute symptomatology it was still not a satisfactory picture. The knowledge of causation, transmission and prevention was also grossly limited in both the communities. Some Chinese still held mythological ideas to its causation. Filariasis is considered a serious disease by both the communities. Their co-operation towards the filariasis control programme was encouraging, although a majority of them in both communities were unaware of the rationale of screening and treatment. Conclusion: Knowledge of filariasis is still lacking among the Malay and Chinese communities. More work needs to be done in this area.},
note = {Master of Public Health},
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Objective: To identify behavioural and cultural factors in the epidemiology of filariasis. Method: This study was carried out in two endemic communities (Chinese and Malays) in Bukit Kepong (Johor) to identify behavioural and cultural factors in the epidemiology of filariasis. The study area is approximately 101 square miles and comprises nine villages. The local inhabitants have been re-examined and retreated for filariasis. The study sample consists of 100 Chinese and 100 Malay heads of households. Their views, responses on knowledge of filariasis, attitudes towards the control programme and circadial practices are analysed and discussed Result: The overall knowledge of filariasis was relatively better among the Malays than the Chinese. However the end stage (elephantiasis) of filariasis was better understood than the acute stage particularly among the Chinese. Although a fair number of Malays (22%) knew by its acute symptomatology it was still not a satisfactory picture. The knowledge of causation, transmission and prevention was also grossly limited in both the communities. Some Chinese still held mythological ideas to its causation. Filariasis is considered a serious disease by both the communities. Their co-operation towards the filariasis control programme was encouraging, although a majority of them in both communities were unaware of the rationale of screening and treatment. Conclusion: Knowledge of filariasis is still lacking among the Malay and Chinese communities. More work needs to be done in this area.
3.
Paramalingam, R
A study of Admissions by the Accident and Emergency Unit and some of its Related Services%I University of Malaya Masters Thesis
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1984, (Master of Public Health).
@mastersthesis{RN9i,
title = {A study of Admissions by the Accident and Emergency Unit and some of its Related Services%I University of Malaya},
author = {R Paramalingam},
year = {1984},
date = {1984-01-01},
school = {Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya},
abstract = {Objective: To study the admissions by the Accident and Emergency Unit in the General Hospital, Malacca. Method: A two week study was carried out on the accident and emergency admissions to the General Hospital, Malacca Result: 30.7% of all patients seen at the A \& E unit were admitted. Majority of the admissions were in the younger age group, with those below 24 years predominating. Accidents, poisoning and violence were the commonest cause of admissions, followed by diseases of the digestive system. Males and females have the highest admissions due to accidents, poisoning and violence and this is also the commonest cause of admissions in all the ethnic groups. The Medical Unit has the highest admissions (35.4%) followed by the Orthopaedic Unit (23.4%). Conclusion: Only one third of all patients seen in the Accident and Emergency Unit need ot be admitted. The majority of cases can be seen as outpatients.},
note = {Master of Public Health},
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Objective: To study the admissions by the Accident and Emergency Unit in the General Hospital, Malacca. Method: A two week study was carried out on the accident and emergency admissions to the General Hospital, Malacca Result: 30.7% of all patients seen at the A & E unit were admitted. Majority of the admissions were in the younger age group, with those below 24 years predominating. Accidents, poisoning and violence were the commonest cause of admissions, followed by diseases of the digestive system. Males and females have the highest admissions due to accidents, poisoning and violence and this is also the commonest cause of admissions in all the ethnic groups. The Medical Unit has the highest admissions (35.4%) followed by the Orthopaedic Unit (23.4%). Conclusion: Only one third of all patients seen in the Accident and Emergency Unit need ot be admitted. The majority of cases can be seen as outpatients.
4.
Badrus, Othman Ahmad
A Study of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices of Smoking among soldiers in a battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment, 1984 Masters Thesis
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1984, (Master of Public Health).
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title = {A Study of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices of Smoking among soldiers in a battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment, 1984},
author = {Othman Ahmad Badrus},
year = {1984},
date = {1984-01-01},
school = {Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya},
abstract = {Objective: This study was conducted to determine the knowledge, attitudes and practices of cigarette smoking among soldiers in the Malaysian Armed Forces. Method: The 4th Royal Malay Regiment was selected as the study population. The study was conducted using personal interviews and self-administered questionnaires. Soldiers who were within the camp parameter, were considered and the study was done company by company. A total of 359 soldiers took part, giving a response rate of 42.2%. Result: The study showed that the factors which influenced a soldier to take up smoking, are the social background, level of education, parental and sibling influence, peer pressure at work, advertisement, curiosity, boredom, and anticipation of adulthood. Smoking by Army medical personnel could also be a contributory factor. About two fifths of the smokers had acquired the habit after joining the Army. Smoking was also higher among the lower ranks and younger age groups. Most of them started smoking before the age of 25 years. Conclusion: Social factors play a very important role in influencing soldiers to take up smoking. Preventive action must be done before the age of 25.},
note = {Master of Public Health},
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Objective: This study was conducted to determine the knowledge, attitudes and practices of cigarette smoking among soldiers in the Malaysian Armed Forces. Method: The 4th Royal Malay Regiment was selected as the study population. The study was conducted using personal interviews and self-administered questionnaires. Soldiers who were within the camp parameter, were considered and the study was done company by company. A total of 359 soldiers took part, giving a response rate of 42.2%. Result: The study showed that the factors which influenced a soldier to take up smoking, are the social background, level of education, parental and sibling influence, peer pressure at work, advertisement, curiosity, boredom, and anticipation of adulthood. Smoking by Army medical personnel could also be a contributory factor. About two fifths of the smokers had acquired the habit after joining the Army. Smoking was also higher among the lower ranks and younger age groups. Most of them started smoking before the age of 25 years. Conclusion: Social factors play a very important role in influencing soldiers to take up smoking. Preventive action must be done before the age of 25.
5.
Anuar, Ariffin
A study of Malaria Cases reported in Sungai Sipit, Kuala Kangsar District %V Master of Public Health Masters Thesis
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1984, (Master of Public Health).
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title = {A study of Malaria Cases reported in Sungai Sipit, Kuala Kangsar District %V Master of Public Health},
author = {Ariffin Anuar},
year = {1984},
date = {1984-01-01},
school = {Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya},
note = {Master of Public Health},
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6.
Rita, Garg
A study of Otorhinolarygology Diseases among Inpatients at University Hospital, Kuala Lumpur, for year 1981 Masters Thesis
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1984, (Master of Public Health).
@mastersthesis{RN11m,
title = {A study of Otorhinolarygology Diseases among Inpatients at University Hospital, Kuala Lumpur, for year 1981},
author = {Garg Rita},
year = {1984},
date = {1984-01-01},
school = {Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya},
abstract = {Objective: The main objective of the present study is to study the causes of admission among Otorhinolaryngology in-patients and to assess the utilization of in-patient services with respect to length of stay and bed occupancy rate, at University Hospital, Kuala Lumpur, for a period of one year. Method: The study population consisted of 777 Otorhinolaryngology cases discharged from the hospital during one year period from 1.1.81 31.12.81. The cases discharged include deaths, transfers, abscondances and discharges against medical advice. The data were collected from the University Hospital case records and analysed using computer. Result: This study shows majority of the admissions in children, young adults and adults (0-14 years and 15-44 years age groups). The main causes of admissions fall under diseases of respiratory system, diseases of nervous system and sense organs and neoplasm. Suppurative otitis media and chronic diseases of tonsils and adenoids were leading causes of admission for all three ethnic groups. Suppurative otitis media affected all the three groups more or less equally, while chronic diseases of tonsils and adenoids showed highest frequency in Malays followed by Indians and Chinese. Nasopharyngeal carcinoma showed a high frequency among Chinese followed by Malays. Deflected nasal septum had a higher incidence among Indians. Conclusion: Data utilized in this study are based on hospital case records, which are unfortunately biased samples with some limitations mentioned earlier. Therefore, they cannot be generalized to represent the whole population. On the other hand, careful comparison with such more studies may reveal some useful aspects of Otorhinolaryngology diseases in a local community.},
note = {Master of Public Health},
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Objective: The main objective of the present study is to study the causes of admission among Otorhinolaryngology in-patients and to assess the utilization of in-patient services with respect to length of stay and bed occupancy rate, at University Hospital, Kuala Lumpur, for a period of one year. Method: The study population consisted of 777 Otorhinolaryngology cases discharged from the hospital during one year period from 1.1.81 31.12.81. The cases discharged include deaths, transfers, abscondances and discharges against medical advice. The data were collected from the University Hospital case records and analysed using computer. Result: This study shows majority of the admissions in children, young adults and adults (0-14 years and 15-44 years age groups). The main causes of admissions fall under diseases of respiratory system, diseases of nervous system and sense organs and neoplasm. Suppurative otitis media and chronic diseases of tonsils and adenoids were leading causes of admission for all three ethnic groups. Suppurative otitis media affected all the three groups more or less equally, while chronic diseases of tonsils and adenoids showed highest frequency in Malays followed by Indians and Chinese. Nasopharyngeal carcinoma showed a high frequency among Chinese followed by Malays. Deflected nasal septum had a higher incidence among Indians. Conclusion: Data utilized in this study are based on hospital case records, which are unfortunately biased samples with some limitations mentioned earlier. Therefore, they cannot be generalized to represent the whole population. On the other hand, careful comparison with such more studies may reveal some useful aspects of Otorhinolaryngology diseases in a local community.
7.
Tan, Seok Kheng
A study of the Immunization Status of Toddlers and Pre-School Children attending the Government Clinics in Kota Baru District 1983 Masters Thesis
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1984, (Master of Public Health).
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title = {A study of the Immunization Status of Toddlers and Pre-School Children attending the Government Clinics in Kota Baru District 1983},
author = {Seok Kheng Tan},
year = {1984},
date = {1984-01-01},
school = {Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya},
abstract = {Objective: To study the immunisation status of toddler snd pre-school children attending government clinics in Kota Baru District
Method: The study was carried out by interviewing the parents/guardians concerning the child's personal data like age. ethnic group etc; the immunizations received and the date at which these immunizations were given; the parents' socioeconomic status; the number and spacing of siblings in the family; the knowledge and attitude of parents towards immunization, and whether they were informed by the health staff concerning the importance and types of immunization required for their children.
Result: Of the 293 children, only 68% had completed their immunizations. There is a steady decrease in immunization coverage as immunization is scheduled later in life. coverage of all Only 56% of the children studied received BCG vaccination before one month of age. There is a significant regional variation in immunization coverage by health centres, ranging from 86% in sub-health centre Kedai Lalat to 52% in Main Health Centre Wakaf Cek Yeh. There is a significant relationship between family size and immunization coverage; the larger the family size, the lower the immunization coverage. A trend is noted that children whose parents are of higher socioeconomic status (as measured by parents' occupation, mother's education level, total income of parents) have higher immunization coverage. Mother's education level is the most important factor in this, being shown to be statistically significant. The knowledge about illness against which the immunizations are given apparently have no effect on immunization coverage.
Conclusion: Immunisation coverage is still not satisfactory in Kota Baru in 1983.},
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Objective: To study the immunisation status of toddler snd pre-school children attending government clinics in Kota Baru District
Method: The study was carried out by interviewing the parents/guardians concerning the child's personal data like age. ethnic group etc; the immunizations received and the date at which these immunizations were given; the parents' socioeconomic status; the number and spacing of siblings in the family; the knowledge and attitude of parents towards immunization, and whether they were informed by the health staff concerning the importance and types of immunization required for their children.
Result: Of the 293 children, only 68% had completed their immunizations. There is a steady decrease in immunization coverage as immunization is scheduled later in life. coverage of all Only 56% of the children studied received BCG vaccination before one month of age. There is a significant regional variation in immunization coverage by health centres, ranging from 86% in sub-health centre Kedai Lalat to 52% in Main Health Centre Wakaf Cek Yeh. There is a significant relationship between family size and immunization coverage; the larger the family size, the lower the immunization coverage. A trend is noted that children whose parents are of higher socioeconomic status (as measured by parents' occupation, mother's education level, total income of parents) have higher immunization coverage. Mother's education level is the most important factor in this, being shown to be statistically significant. The knowledge about illness against which the immunizations are given apparently have no effect on immunization coverage.
Conclusion: Immunisation coverage is still not satisfactory in Kota Baru in 1983.
Method: The study was carried out by interviewing the parents/guardians concerning the child's personal data like age. ethnic group etc; the immunizations received and the date at which these immunizations were given; the parents' socioeconomic status; the number and spacing of siblings in the family; the knowledge and attitude of parents towards immunization, and whether they were informed by the health staff concerning the importance and types of immunization required for their children.
Result: Of the 293 children, only 68% had completed their immunizations. There is a steady decrease in immunization coverage as immunization is scheduled later in life. coverage of all Only 56% of the children studied received BCG vaccination before one month of age. There is a significant regional variation in immunization coverage by health centres, ranging from 86% in sub-health centre Kedai Lalat to 52% in Main Health Centre Wakaf Cek Yeh. There is a significant relationship between family size and immunization coverage; the larger the family size, the lower the immunization coverage. A trend is noted that children whose parents are of higher socioeconomic status (as measured by parents' occupation, mother's education level, total income of parents) have higher immunization coverage. Mother's education level is the most important factor in this, being shown to be statistically significant. The knowledge about illness against which the immunizations are given apparently have no effect on immunization coverage.
Conclusion: Immunisation coverage is still not satisfactory in Kota Baru in 1983.
8.
Chen, P C
Child nutrition among the Penans of the Upper Baram, Sarawak Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 39, no. 4, pp. 264-8, 1984, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283.
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9.
Talib, Majid Abu
Dengue Vector Control Activities in the Health District of Larut and Matang%B Department of Social and Preventive Medicine Masters Thesis
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1984, (Master of Public Health).
@mastersthesis{RN7_71,
title = {Dengue Vector Control Activities in the Health District of Larut and Matang%B Department of Social and Preventive Medicine},
author = {Majid Abu Talib},
year = {1984},
date = {1984-01-01},
school = {Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya},
abstract = {Objective: This dissertation attempts to assess the dengue vector distribution in the Larut and Matang Health District and the control activities of the health authorities during the period of three years from January 1980 to December 1982. Method: The study utilised data gathered from dengue vector control activities in the districts of Larut and Matang Result: During the period of the study, a total of 40,796 premises were inspected for breeding habitats. Out of this, 1181 (2.9%) of the premises were found to be breeding Aedes larvae. The commonest habitats being ant-traps found indoors and discarded containers like tin cans and jars found outdoors. The only two species of stegomycia found in this district are Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus. An attempt was made to relate the vector density to rainfall, and breeding was seen to increase during the rainy months of August to October in this district. The incidence of Dengue/Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever is also found to be directly related to the vector density. Conclusion: Dengue is still a serious problem in the districts of Larut and Matang. Prevention of the disease should be directed at vector control activities.},
note = {Master of Public Health},
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Objective: This dissertation attempts to assess the dengue vector distribution in the Larut and Matang Health District and the control activities of the health authorities during the period of three years from January 1980 to December 1982. Method: The study utilised data gathered from dengue vector control activities in the districts of Larut and Matang Result: During the period of the study, a total of 40,796 premises were inspected for breeding habitats. Out of this, 1181 (2.9%) of the premises were found to be breeding Aedes larvae. The commonest habitats being ant-traps found indoors and discarded containers like tin cans and jars found outdoors. The only two species of stegomycia found in this district are Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus. An attempt was made to relate the vector density to rainfall, and breeding was seen to increase during the rainy months of August to October in this district. The incidence of Dengue/Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever is also found to be directly related to the vector density. Conclusion: Dengue is still a serious problem in the districts of Larut and Matang. Prevention of the disease should be directed at vector control activities.
10.
Pawa, Festus
Knowledge and Attitudes to Tuberculosis amongst Health Workers and Tuberculosis Patients Masters Thesis
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1984, (Master of Public Health).
@mastersthesis{RN10d,
title = {Knowledge and Attitudes to Tuberculosis amongst Health Workers and Tuberculosis Patients},
author = {Festus Pawa},
year = {1984},
date = {1984-01-01},
urldate = {1984-01-01},
school = {Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya},
abstract = {Objective: This study was carried out to determine the knowledge and attitudes of patients and health workers to tuberculosis. Result: Education level was found to affect the attitudes to tuberculosis. Tuberculosis tends to be more common in the lower socioeconomic groups. Age, religion and race do not seem to affect the attitudes towards tuberculosis. A high proportion of the patients do not seem to understand well, the natural history of tuberculosis, especially factories such as transmission where 49.0% did not know how the disease is transmitted. On the treatment of tuberculosis, majority 88.7% of the patients believed that it can be cured. Similarly, a high percentage said that patients should be treated in hospitals (contrary to health departments efforts in promoting domiciliary care). Conclusion: Knowledge of tuberculosis is high among patients and health care providers. Nevertheless, more needs to be done to change people's perception regarding the mode of treatment.},
note = {Master of Public Health},
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pubstate = {published},
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Objective: This study was carried out to determine the knowledge and attitudes of patients and health workers to tuberculosis. Result: Education level was found to affect the attitudes to tuberculosis. Tuberculosis tends to be more common in the lower socioeconomic groups. Age, religion and race do not seem to affect the attitudes towards tuberculosis. A high proportion of the patients do not seem to understand well, the natural history of tuberculosis, especially factories such as transmission where 49.0% did not know how the disease is transmitted. On the treatment of tuberculosis, majority 88.7% of the patients believed that it can be cured. Similarly, a high percentage said that patients should be treated in hospitals (contrary to health departments efforts in promoting domiciliary care). Conclusion: Knowledge of tuberculosis is high among patients and health care providers. Nevertheless, more needs to be done to change people's perception regarding the mode of treatment.
11.
Ahmed, Meer
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1984, (Master of Public Health).
@mastersthesis{RN4c,
title = {Review of Aircraft Accidents in the Royal Malaysian Air Force, 1972-81 and a Preliminary Study of self-imposed stress among a sample of pilots},
author = {Meer Ahmed},
year = {1984},
date = {1984-01-01},
school = {Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya},
abstract = {Objective: The aim was to analyse aircraft accidents from RMAF records from 1972-81 and to correlate the habits of RMAF pilots with thir personal accident-rating. Method: An epidemiological study was done in two parts: the first part involved compiling and analysing records concerning accidents to aircraft in flight occurring in the RMAF for the period 1972~81; the second part of the study was a questionnaire study attempting to correlate the habits of a sample of pilots in the RMAF with their personal accident-rating. Result: There were a total of 109 accidents occurring during flight and taxiing. Accident rates in the RMAF showed an increasing trend during that period. Major accident rates and fatal accident rates in the RMAF for the period 1977~81 were much higher than that experienced by the U.S. Air Force currently and approximate those experienced by the U.S. Air Force in the 1950's. Helicopters, by far, were the most common type of aircraft involved, followed by fixed-wing jet-fighters and the largest number of accidents, by far, occurred during training missions. “Pilot error" was found to be commonest causative factor of the accidents. "Pilot-error" as a causative factor occurred more frequently among rotary-wing aircraft. There was increased incidence of aircraft accidents during the Muslim fasting month compared to the non-fasting month. Risk factors in aircraft accident causation in the RMAF were flying within 18-hours of having consumed alcohol, inadequate sleep, in control of an aircraft while fasting and in control of an aircraft without food for the preceding 10-hours. Conclusion: There was an increasing rate of aircraft accidents in the RMAF from 1977-81. The most common aircraft involved were helicopters. Pilot error was the most common causative factor.},
note = {Master of Public Health},
keywords = {},
pubstate = {published},
tppubtype = {mastersthesis}
}
Objective: The aim was to analyse aircraft accidents from RMAF records from 1972-81 and to correlate the habits of RMAF pilots with thir personal accident-rating. Method: An epidemiological study was done in two parts: the first part involved compiling and analysing records concerning accidents to aircraft in flight occurring in the RMAF for the period 1972~81; the second part of the study was a questionnaire study attempting to correlate the habits of a sample of pilots in the RMAF with their personal accident-rating. Result: There were a total of 109 accidents occurring during flight and taxiing. Accident rates in the RMAF showed an increasing trend during that period. Major accident rates and fatal accident rates in the RMAF for the period 1977~81 were much higher than that experienced by the U.S. Air Force currently and approximate those experienced by the U.S. Air Force in the 1950's. Helicopters, by far, were the most common type of aircraft involved, followed by fixed-wing jet-fighters and the largest number of accidents, by far, occurred during training missions. “Pilot error" was found to be commonest causative factor of the accidents. "Pilot-error" as a causative factor occurred more frequently among rotary-wing aircraft. There was increased incidence of aircraft accidents during the Muslim fasting month compared to the non-fasting month. Risk factors in aircraft accident causation in the RMAF were flying within 18-hours of having consumed alcohol, inadequate sleep, in control of an aircraft while fasting and in control of an aircraft without food for the preceding 10-hours. Conclusion: There was an increasing rate of aircraft accidents in the RMAF from 1977-81. The most common aircraft involved were helicopters. Pilot error was the most common causative factor.
12.
Raily, Suhaily Mohamad
Sarawak Tuberculosis Control Programme: A Ten Year Review (1973-1982) Masters Thesis
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1984, (Master of Public Health).
@mastersthesis{RN2f,
title = {Sarawak Tuberculosis Control Programme: A Ten Year Review (1973-1982)},
author = {Suhaily Mohamad Raily},
year = {1984},
date = {1984-01-01},
urldate = {1984-01-01},
school = {Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya},
abstract = {Objective: This dissertation aims to study the trend of tuberculosis in the State during the second decade since the inception of the Tuberculosis Control Programme in Sarawak as well as to review the performance of the three main components of the programme within that same period that is, 1973 - 1982. Introduction (if necessary): Method: This study was carried out by going through the records that are kept in the headquarters of Sarawak Tuberculosis Control Programme situated at the ATAS Building in Kuching. The records of a total of 382 TB patients seen in Kuching Chest Clinic for the whole of 1982 were studied. Result: This study reveals that during the ten year period between 1973 and 1982, the reported TB cases have been maintained below one per 1,000 population. In 1973 the number of bacillary pulmonary tuberculosis cases reported was 0.97 per 1,000 population whereas in 1982 the rate dropped to 0.82 per 1,000 population. The first decade of this Control Programme showed a sharper decline compared to this. Racial distribution of the cases does not exactly follow the racial distribution in the general population. The highest number of cases are reported among the Dayaks, followed by the Malays and the Chinese in that order. Vaccination coverage among the newborn has been maintained at over 90% during this period. Those who sought treatment regularly among the ten cohorts (1970 - 1980 cohorts) analysed is consistently below 80%. The rate of abandonment is quite high that is, 10.0%. The sputum conversion rate among these same cohorts are well below 80%. The mortality among those cohorts shows an improving trend. The study of presenting symptoms among 382 TB patients seen at Kuching Chest Clinic reveals that the majority of patients (91.8%) present with cough. 83.2% of the cases gave a history of multiple symptoms, including cough. Only 22 or 8.5% of the records reveal a history of only one symptom, namely cough. Of these cases 73.9% have moderately advanced chest x-ray findings and 20.3% have far advanced lesions. Conclusion: The incidence rate of TB has declined over the years. However, more work needs to be done to reduce defaulter rates among those infected by the disease. Most patients present with moderate or advanced TB.},
note = {Master of Public Health},
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Objective: This dissertation aims to study the trend of tuberculosis in the State during the second decade since the inception of the Tuberculosis Control Programme in Sarawak as well as to review the performance of the three main components of the programme within that same period that is, 1973 - 1982. Introduction (if necessary): Method: This study was carried out by going through the records that are kept in the headquarters of Sarawak Tuberculosis Control Programme situated at the ATAS Building in Kuching. The records of a total of 382 TB patients seen in Kuching Chest Clinic for the whole of 1982 were studied. Result: This study reveals that during the ten year period between 1973 and 1982, the reported TB cases have been maintained below one per 1,000 population. In 1973 the number of bacillary pulmonary tuberculosis cases reported was 0.97 per 1,000 population whereas in 1982 the rate dropped to 0.82 per 1,000 population. The first decade of this Control Programme showed a sharper decline compared to this. Racial distribution of the cases does not exactly follow the racial distribution in the general population. The highest number of cases are reported among the Dayaks, followed by the Malays and the Chinese in that order. Vaccination coverage among the newborn has been maintained at over 90% during this period. Those who sought treatment regularly among the ten cohorts (1970 - 1980 cohorts) analysed is consistently below 80%. The rate of abandonment is quite high that is, 10.0%. The sputum conversion rate among these same cohorts are well below 80%. The mortality among those cohorts shows an improving trend. The study of presenting symptoms among 382 TB patients seen at Kuching Chest Clinic reveals that the majority of patients (91.8%) present with cough. 83.2% of the cases gave a history of multiple symptoms, including cough. Only 22 or 8.5% of the records reveal a history of only one symptom, namely cough. Of these cases 73.9% have moderately advanced chest x-ray findings and 20.3% have far advanced lesions. Conclusion: The incidence rate of TB has declined over the years. However, more work needs to be done to reduce defaulter rates among those infected by the disease. Most patients present with moderate or advanced TB.
13.
Ahmad, S K Akhtar
Study of Socio-cultural Aspects of Diarrhoeal Diseases in a Malay and an Indian Community Masters Thesis
Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1984, (Master of Public Health).
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title = {Study of Socio-cultural Aspects of Diarrhoeal Diseases in a Malay and an Indian Community},
author = {S K Akhtar Ahmad},
year = {1984},
date = {1984-01-01},
school = {Department of SPM, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya},
abstract = {Objective: The aim of the study is to look into the sociocultural aspects of diarrhoeal diseases in a Malay and an Indian community
Introduction (if necessary): Diarrhoea was understood by most of the respondents in both the communities as frequent passage of watery stools with or without vomiting. Among both the Malays and Indians, physical causes such as food are believed to be the commonest cause of diarrhoea. Biological causes were also mostly recognized though the idea of bacteria was not clear.
Method: The study was carried out in two villages of Kuala Langat district in the State of Selangor from 5th December 1983 to 17th December 1983. Two samples of 66 Malay and 54 Indian households were surveyed using questionnaires. The interviews were carried out by author with the help of two interpreters. Other sources of information were the village headman and the officer in-charge of the health subcentre.
Result: 62.1% of the Malays and 77.8% of the Indians choose the hospital or clinic for the treatment of diarrhoea. Restriction of food or giving special food to persons with diarrhoea were practised by 47.0% of Malays and 63.0% of Indians. Withholding of breast-feeding from children with diarrhoea were practised by 27.3% of the Malays and 42.6% of the Indians. Older households had tendency to withhold breast-feeding from children with diarrhoea (p \< 0.01 in Malay households and p \< 0.02 in Indian households). The vast majority of households both Malays (95.4%) and Indians (96.3%) did not know about oral rehydration salts. Malay households who had education above primary level or with higher income had a tendency to use pour-flush latrines (p \< 0.05) while in Indian households no such association has been found. Major problems mentioned by the communities were lack of pipe water supply, improper disposal of refuse and poor drainage system.
Conclusion: Most Malays and Indians choose to go for modern medicine in the treatment of diarrhoea. However socio-cultural aspects are still important factors in these two communities.},
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Objective: The aim of the study is to look into the sociocultural aspects of diarrhoeal diseases in a Malay and an Indian community
Introduction (if necessary): Diarrhoea was understood by most of the respondents in both the communities as frequent passage of watery stools with or without vomiting. Among both the Malays and Indians, physical causes such as food are believed to be the commonest cause of diarrhoea. Biological causes were also mostly recognized though the idea of bacteria was not clear.
Method: The study was carried out in two villages of Kuala Langat district in the State of Selangor from 5th December 1983 to 17th December 1983. Two samples of 66 Malay and 54 Indian households were surveyed using questionnaires. The interviews were carried out by author with the help of two interpreters. Other sources of information were the village headman and the officer in-charge of the health subcentre.
Result: 62.1% of the Malays and 77.8% of the Indians choose the hospital or clinic for the treatment of diarrhoea. Restriction of food or giving special food to persons with diarrhoea were practised by 47.0% of Malays and 63.0% of Indians. Withholding of breast-feeding from children with diarrhoea were practised by 27.3% of the Malays and 42.6% of the Indians. Older households had tendency to withhold breast-feeding from children with diarrhoea (p < 0.01 in Malay households and p < 0.02 in Indian households). The vast majority of households both Malays (95.4%) and Indians (96.3%) did not know about oral rehydration salts. Malay households who had education above primary level or with higher income had a tendency to use pour-flush latrines (p < 0.05) while in Indian households no such association has been found. Major problems mentioned by the communities were lack of pipe water supply, improper disposal of refuse and poor drainage system.
Conclusion: Most Malays and Indians choose to go for modern medicine in the treatment of diarrhoea. However socio-cultural aspects are still important factors in these two communities.
Introduction (if necessary): Diarrhoea was understood by most of the respondents in both the communities as frequent passage of watery stools with or without vomiting. Among both the Malays and Indians, physical causes such as food are believed to be the commonest cause of diarrhoea. Biological causes were also mostly recognized though the idea of bacteria was not clear.
Method: The study was carried out in two villages of Kuala Langat district in the State of Selangor from 5th December 1983 to 17th December 1983. Two samples of 66 Malay and 54 Indian households were surveyed using questionnaires. The interviews were carried out by author with the help of two interpreters. Other sources of information were the village headman and the officer in-charge of the health subcentre.
Result: 62.1% of the Malays and 77.8% of the Indians choose the hospital or clinic for the treatment of diarrhoea. Restriction of food or giving special food to persons with diarrhoea were practised by 47.0% of Malays and 63.0% of Indians. Withholding of breast-feeding from children with diarrhoea were practised by 27.3% of the Malays and 42.6% of the Indians. Older households had tendency to withhold breast-feeding from children with diarrhoea (p < 0.01 in Malay households and p < 0.02 in Indian households). The vast majority of households both Malays (95.4%) and Indians (96.3%) did not know about oral rehydration salts. Malay households who had education above primary level or with higher income had a tendency to use pour-flush latrines (p < 0.05) while in Indian households no such association has been found. Major problems mentioned by the communities were lack of pipe water supply, improper disposal of refuse and poor drainage system.
Conclusion: Most Malays and Indians choose to go for modern medicine in the treatment of diarrhoea. However socio-cultural aspects are still important factors in these two communities.
14.
Chen, P C
The elderly Malaysian Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 39, no. 4, pp. 254-6, 1984, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
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1983
1.
Chen, P C
Ecological basis of malnutrition among the Muruts of Sabah Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 38, no. 1, pp. 9-14, 1983, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283.
@article{RN16148,
title = {Ecological basis of malnutrition among the Muruts of Sabah},
author = {P C Chen},
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0300-5283},
year = {1983},
date = {1983-01-01},
journal = {Med J Malaysia},
volume = {38},
number = {1},
pages = {9-14},
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2.
Lim, Heng Huat; Zakariya, Domala; Khoo, Hoon Eng
Lead concentrations in breast milk of Malaysian urban and rural mothers Journal Article
In: Archives of Environmental Health: An International Journal, vol. 38, no. 4, pp. 205-209, 1983, ISSN: 0003-9896.
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title = {Lead concentrations in breast milk of Malaysian urban and rural mothers},
author = {Heng Huat Lim and Domala Zakariya and Hoon Eng Khoo},
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year = {1983},
date = {1983-01-01},
journal = {Archives of Environmental Health: An International Journal},
volume = {38},
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abstract = {This study was conducted to determine lead concentrations in breast milk among urban and rural mothers in Malaysia, and to determine if lead absorption among urban maternal populations in Malaysia poses a potential health hazard to infants through breastfeeding. Milk samples, which were collected from 89 urban and 91 rural mothers, were analyzed by flameless atomic absorption spectrophotometry. The mean lead level in urban samples was 0.0253 μg/ml, which was significantly higher than that of the rural samples (0.0211 μg/ml). The estimated daily lead intake of breast-fed infants in Malaysia was well below proposed tolerable levels. There also appeared to be no specific pattern in the milk lead levels at different periods of lactation. The significance of the higher milk lead concentrations in urban mothers is also discussed.},
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This study was conducted to determine lead concentrations in breast milk among urban and rural mothers in Malaysia, and to determine if lead absorption among urban maternal populations in Malaysia poses a potential health hazard to infants through breastfeeding. Milk samples, which were collected from 89 urban and 91 rural mothers, were analyzed by flameless atomic absorption spectrophotometry. The mean lead level in urban samples was 0.0253 μg/ml, which was significantly higher than that of the rural samples (0.0211 μg/ml). The estimated daily lead intake of breast-fed infants in Malaysia was well below proposed tolerable levels. There also appeared to be no specific pattern in the milk lead levels at different periods of lactation. The significance of the higher milk lead concentrations in urban mothers is also discussed.
3.
Heng, Huat Lim; Bakar, C M Abu
Occupational exposure to inorganic lead in Malaysian battery-manufacturing factories Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 38, no. 3, pp. 212-6, 1983, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
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title = {Occupational exposure to inorganic lead in Malaysian battery-manufacturing factories},
author = {Huat Lim Heng and C M Abu Bakar},
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year = {1983},
date = {1983-01-01},
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number = {3},
pages = {212-6},
abstract = {A study was carried out by the Factories and Machinery Department of Malaysia to assess the problem ofoccupational exposure to inorganic lead in Malaysian battery workers. The eight factories studied were divided into two categories: large, multinational subsidiaries with good industrial hygiene measures and small, locally-owned companies with poor hygiene features. A total of 251 workers (221 males and 30 females) were
included in the study. Personal air sampling showed that 47% of the samples in the small factories had lead-in-air levels exceeding 150 ug/m3, compared unth. 29% in the larger establishments. The highest air lead levels were found in the cutting, pasting/mixing and battery assembly sections. 86.7% ofthe female workers and 62.2% of the male workers in the smaller factories had blood lead concentrations above the proposed
limits of 70 ug/100 ml (males) and 40 ug/100 ml (females). In contrast, only 7.6% of the male workers in the largerfactories had blood lead levels exceeding the proposed limits. Three workers also had positive signs or symptoms on clinical examination. Legislation of specific regulations to protect the health of lead-exposed workers in Malaysia is currently being drafted by the government.},
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A study was carried out by the Factories and Machinery Department of Malaysia to assess the problem ofoccupational exposure to inorganic lead in Malaysian battery workers. The eight factories studied were divided into two categories: large, multinational subsidiaries with good industrial hygiene measures and small, locally-owned companies with poor hygiene features. A total of 251 workers (221 males and 30 females) were
included in the study. Personal air sampling showed that 47% of the samples in the small factories had lead-in-air levels exceeding 150 ug/m3, compared unth. 29% in the larger establishments. The highest air lead levels were found in the cutting, pasting/mixing and battery assembly sections. 86.7% ofthe female workers and 62.2% of the male workers in the smaller factories had blood lead concentrations above the proposed
limits of 70 ug/100 ml (males) and 40 ug/100 ml (females). In contrast, only 7.6% of the male workers in the largerfactories had blood lead levels exceeding the proposed limits. Three workers also had positive signs or symptoms on clinical examination. Legislation of specific regulations to protect the health of lead-exposed workers in Malaysia is currently being drafted by the government.
included in the study. Personal air sampling showed that 47% of the samples in the small factories had lead-in-air levels exceeding 150 ug/m3, compared unth. 29% in the larger establishments. The highest air lead levels were found in the cutting, pasting/mixing and battery assembly sections. 86.7% ofthe female workers and 62.2% of the male workers in the smaller factories had blood lead concentrations above the proposed
limits of 70 ug/100 ml (males) and 40 ug/100 ml (females). In contrast, only 7.6% of the male workers in the largerfactories had blood lead levels exceeding the proposed limits. Three workers also had positive signs or symptoms on clinical examination. Legislation of specific regulations to protect the health of lead-exposed workers in Malaysia is currently being drafted by the government.
4.
Lim, H H
Occupational health nursing services in two countries Journal Article
In: Public Health, vol. 97, no. 4, pp. 221-7, 1983, ISSN: 0033-3506 (Print) 0033-3506 (Linking).
@article{RN16219,
title = {Occupational health nursing services in two countries},
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number = {4},
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5.
Arokiasamy, J T
Preventing cancers Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 38, no. 4, pp. 261-5, 1983, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
@article{RN16153,
title = {Preventing cancers},
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date = {1983-01-01},
journal = {Med J Malaysia},
volume = {38},
number = {4},
pages = {261-5},
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6.
Chen, P C
The modern killer Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 38, no. 2, pp. 90-3, 1983, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
@article{RN16147,
title = {The modern killer},
author = {P C Chen},
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/6621452},
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number = {2},
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abstract = {Seven people are killed and 54 others are injured each day as a result of motor vehicular accidents in Peninsular Malaysia. In 1980 a total of 2,568 people were killed as a consequence of motor
vehicular accidents in Peninsular Malaysia. Road traffic accidents is increasingly becoming the modern killer of mankind not only in Malaysia but all over the world.
In the developed countries, mortality from accidents generally takes third place after cardiovascular diseases and neoplasms. In the age groups from one to 44 years of age, which have relatively low general mortality rates, accidents occupy the first place. For example in the USA, in 1975, for both sexes, 79.5 percent of all deaths in the age group 15 - 24 years were due to accidents of one kind or other. It has been estimated that about 10 percent of all deaths in developed countries is due to accidents and that the proportion of the population admitted to hospitals because of accidents of one kind or other is more than 1 percent of the population.
...},
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Seven people are killed and 54 others are injured each day as a result of motor vehicular accidents in Peninsular Malaysia. In 1980 a total of 2,568 people were killed as a consequence of motor
vehicular accidents in Peninsular Malaysia. Road traffic accidents is increasingly becoming the modern killer of mankind not only in Malaysia but all over the world.
In the developed countries, mortality from accidents generally takes third place after cardiovascular diseases and neoplasms. In the age groups from one to 44 years of age, which have relatively low general mortality rates, accidents occupy the first place. For example in the USA, in 1975, for both sexes, 79.5 percent of all deaths in the age group 15 - 24 years were due to accidents of one kind or other. It has been estimated that about 10 percent of all deaths in developed countries is due to accidents and that the proportion of the population admitted to hospitals because of accidents of one kind or other is more than 1 percent of the population.
...
vehicular accidents in Peninsular Malaysia. Road traffic accidents is increasingly becoming the modern killer of mankind not only in Malaysia but all over the world.
In the developed countries, mortality from accidents generally takes third place after cardiovascular diseases and neoplasms. In the age groups from one to 44 years of age, which have relatively low general mortality rates, accidents occupy the first place. For example in the USA, in 1975, for both sexes, 79.5 percent of all deaths in the age group 15 - 24 years were due to accidents of one kind or other. It has been estimated that about 10 percent of all deaths in developed countries is due to accidents and that the proportion of the population admitted to hospitals because of accidents of one kind or other is more than 1 percent of the population.
...
7.
Chen, P C; Arokiasamy, J T; Gan, C Y
The prevalence, nature and severity of disabilities in a Malaysian community Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 38, no. 3, pp. 206-11, 1983, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
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abstract = {A total of 2518 persons were screened for disabilities. The overall prevalence of disability was 94.9 per thousand persons, while that of handicapping conditions was 18.3 per thousand. There is an increase in disabled persons with increasing age, with males having a higher prevalence than females. Predominant causes of disabilities were aural, ocular and musculoskeletal conditions, the latter largely involving the lower limbs. Cataracts were an important cause of impaired vision. Poliomyelitis and fractures were largely responsible for disa.b£lities involving the lower limbs. A large proportion of handicapping conditions were due to mental conditions that included mental retardation, mongolism and cerebral palsy.},
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A total of 2518 persons were screened for disabilities. The overall prevalence of disability was 94.9 per thousand persons, while that of handicapping conditions was 18.3 per thousand. There is an increase in disabled persons with increasing age, with males having a higher prevalence than females. Predominant causes of disabilities were aural, ocular and musculoskeletal conditions, the latter largely involving the lower limbs. Cataracts were an important cause of impaired vision. Poliomyelitis and fractures were largely responsible for disa.b£lities involving the lower limbs. A large proportion of handicapping conditions were due to mental conditions that included mental retardation, mongolism and cerebral palsy.
8.
Heng, Huat Lim
Training and education of occupational health and safety personnel in a developing country Journal Article
In: J R Soc Health, vol. 103, no. 6, pp. 246-8, 1983, ISSN: 0264-0325 (Print) 0264-0325.
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title = {Training and education of occupational health and safety personnel in a developing country},
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Increasing urbanisation and industrialisation in many developing countries has brought in its wake new health problems such as occupational diseases, industrial accidents and environmental pollution. ...
9.
Man, A B Che'; Lim, H H
Ventilatory function in Malay office workers in Malaysia Journal Article
In: Singapore Med J, vol. 24, no. 3, pp. 135-9, 1983, ISSN: 0037-5675 (Print) 0037-5675 (Linking).
@article{RN16218,
title = {Ventilatory function in Malay office workers in Malaysia},
author = {A B Che' Man and H H Lim},
url = {https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/6635675},
issn = {0037-5675 (Print)
0037-5675 (Linking)},
year = {1983},
date = {1983-01-01},
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volume = {24},
number = {3},
pages = {135-9},
abstract = {A study was carried out to determine ventilatoy capacity (Forced Expiratory Volume or FEV., and Forced Vital Capacity or FVC) in apparently normal Malay office workers in Malaysia. The subjects, 78 males and 113 females, were interviewed using a standardized questionnaire to exclude those with symptoms or past history of cardiopulmonary disease. Measurements of age, height, weight, FEV, and FVC were made on each subject; the FEV. and FVC were measured using Vitalograph spirometers. The mean FEV. and FVC for males were 3.35 litres and 3.76 litres, respectively. For females, the mean FEV. and FVC were 3.46 and 2.72 litres, respectively. Height was positively correlated with FEV. and FVC (p\<0.01). However, the correlation with age was not significant at the 1% level. Regression equations for predicting FEV, and FVC of Malay male and female office workers were computed. The implications of the findings are discussed, and compared with other studies in Singapore and Britain.},
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A study was carried out to determine ventilatoy capacity (Forced Expiratory Volume or FEV., and Forced Vital Capacity or FVC) in apparently normal Malay office workers in Malaysia. The subjects, 78 males and 113 females, were interviewed using a standardized questionnaire to exclude those with symptoms or past history of cardiopulmonary disease. Measurements of age, height, weight, FEV, and FVC were made on each subject; the FEV. and FVC were measured using Vitalograph spirometers. The mean FEV. and FVC for males were 3.35 litres and 3.76 litres, respectively. For females, the mean FEV. and FVC were 3.46 and 2.72 litres, respectively. Height was positively correlated with FEV. and FVC (p<0.01). However, the correlation with age was not significant at the 1% level. Regression equations for predicting FEV, and FVC of Malay male and female office workers were computed. The implications of the findings are discussed, and compared with other studies in Singapore and Britain.
1982
1.
Vimala, Thambypillai
A family planning study in Kuala Pilah, Peninsular Malaysia Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 37, no. 4, pp. 326-35, 1982, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283.
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title = {A family planning study in Kuala Pilah, Peninsular Malaysia},
author = {Thambypillai Vimala},
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0300-5283},
year = {1982},
date = {1982-01-01},
journal = {Med J Malaysia},
volume = {37},
number = {4},
pages = {326-35},
abstract = {Realizing that family planning is not making a sufficient impact on the rural people as it is on the urban population, it was decided that the authors would study the attitude and knowledge of a rural community towards family planning. The study sample consisted of 200 Malay married women--100 acceptors and 100 nonacceptors from the Kuala Pilah District. The study went from December 4-22, 1978. A healthy climate of knowledge and attitude exist among rural Malay women. Only 2% of the nonacceptors had not heard of any family planning method; 99% of acceptors and 85% of nonacceptors had discussed family planning with their husbands. There was also evidence to show that the birthrate does decrease as literacy increases. On the other hand, however, only 19% of the respondents approved of family planning practices prior to the birth of the 1st child. Also, there is a dearth of information on family planning in the rural areas and not much has been done in utilizing the 2 popular forms of mass media--radio and television as a means of disseminating information on family planning. The study concludes with a recommendation that there is a need for a sustained effort at improving knowledge and disseminating information as well as for developing the proper attitude towards family planning. It is suggested that community leaders, women's clubs, and private organizations be mobilized to participate more fully in the promotion of family planning.
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Realizing that family planning is not making a sufficient impact on the rural people as it is on the urban population, it was decided that the authors would study the attitude and knowledge of a rural community towards family planning. The study sample consisted of 200 Malay married women--100 acceptors and 100 nonacceptors from the Kuala Pilah District. The study went from December 4-22, 1978. A healthy climate of knowledge and attitude exist among rural Malay women. Only 2% of the nonacceptors had not heard of any family planning method; 99% of acceptors and 85% of nonacceptors had discussed family planning with their husbands. There was also evidence to show that the birthrate does decrease as literacy increases. On the other hand, however, only 19% of the respondents approved of family planning practices prior to the birth of the 1st child. Also, there is a dearth of information on family planning in the rural areas and not much has been done in utilizing the 2 popular forms of mass media--radio and television as a means of disseminating information on family planning. The study concludes with a recommendation that there is a need for a sustained effort at improving knowledge and disseminating information as well as for developing the proper attitude towards family planning. It is suggested that community leaders, women's clubs, and private organizations be mobilized to participate more fully in the promotion of family planning.
eng
eng
2.
Chen, P C; Tan, Y K
A primary health care project in Sarawak Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 37, no. 1, pp. 25-34, 1982, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
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title = {A primary health care project in Sarawak},
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year = {1982},
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abstract = {A joint pilot project between the Ministry of Health and the Dept. of Social and Preventive Medicine, University of Malaya, to test the value of village aides in extending the health care system into isolated Iban communities was begun in May 1979 in the Entabai District of Sarawak. A group of 15 village aides consisting of 11 traditional Iban manangs (medicine men) and 4 youths were trained to provide primary health care including simple curative care, preventive care, and to assist in the detection of malaria. Evaluation carreid out 2 years later showed the following. With regard to curative care, the village aides were each, on the average, treating 70.6 patients/month, the most common complaint being headache (30.4%), which along with abdominal pain, constipation, bodyache, diarrhea, vomiting, fever, worm infections, cough, and sore throat, accounted for 89% of all illnesses seen by them. Subsequent to the introduction of village aides in the project area, the number of seriously ill patients requiring admission to the rest beds of the klinik desa dropped by 43.8% and the number of emergency referrals to the backup divisional hospitals fell by 46.1% showing that patients were coming to the klink desa for treatment at an earlier stage. The 11 traditional Iban manangs, who had recently received training had, on their own accord, drastically reduced the use of traditional Iban modes of therapy in preference for modern medicine. During the 24 months immediately after the introduction of village aides into Entabai, 9 gravity feed water supply systems together with related health packages advocating general cleanliness, the use of latrines, and fences were affected, whereas only 6 such systems were installed in the previous 24 months, indicating that it is likely that the village aides were of some assistance in mobilizing the community with respect to self-help efforts. During the same period, the majority of longhouses in the area successfully established a number of vegetable gardens growing foods for home consumption, and continue to vigorously advocate breastfeeding of infants in opposition to bottlefeeding. During the 23 months after village aides were introduced, a total of 1093 blood films were collected by the 15 village aides, the average number of blood films/village aide being 3.2 blood slides/month. Village aides are socially accepted by the Iban community who utilize their curative skills when mild illness disturb them, but who proceed directly to the klinik desa when more serious illness such as fever strike. The project has established clear lines of communication between the health team and the community, and has stimulated the community to organize itself to achieve an increasingly high level of health through community participation and self-reliance. Plans have been approved in principle to train a further 2000 village aides in primary health care for the state of Sarawak.
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A joint pilot project between the Ministry of Health and the Dept. of Social and Preventive Medicine, University of Malaya, to test the value of village aides in extending the health care system into isolated Iban communities was begun in May 1979 in the Entabai District of Sarawak. A group of 15 village aides consisting of 11 traditional Iban manangs (medicine men) and 4 youths were trained to provide primary health care including simple curative care, preventive care, and to assist in the detection of malaria. Evaluation carreid out 2 years later showed the following. With regard to curative care, the village aides were each, on the average, treating 70.6 patients/month, the most common complaint being headache (30.4%), which along with abdominal pain, constipation, bodyache, diarrhea, vomiting, fever, worm infections, cough, and sore throat, accounted for 89% of all illnesses seen by them. Subsequent to the introduction of village aides in the project area, the number of seriously ill patients requiring admission to the rest beds of the klinik desa dropped by 43.8% and the number of emergency referrals to the backup divisional hospitals fell by 46.1% showing that patients were coming to the klink desa for treatment at an earlier stage. The 11 traditional Iban manangs, who had recently received training had, on their own accord, drastically reduced the use of traditional Iban modes of therapy in preference for modern medicine. During the 24 months immediately after the introduction of village aides into Entabai, 9 gravity feed water supply systems together with related health packages advocating general cleanliness, the use of latrines, and fences were affected, whereas only 6 such systems were installed in the previous 24 months, indicating that it is likely that the village aides were of some assistance in mobilizing the community with respect to self-help efforts. During the same period, the majority of longhouses in the area successfully established a number of vegetable gardens growing foods for home consumption, and continue to vigorously advocate breastfeeding of infants in opposition to bottlefeeding. During the 23 months after village aides were introduced, a total of 1093 blood films were collected by the 15 village aides, the average number of blood films/village aide being 3.2 blood slides/month. Village aides are socially accepted by the Iban community who utilize their curative skills when mild illness disturb them, but who proceed directly to the klinik desa when more serious illness such as fever strike. The project has established clear lines of communication between the health team and the community, and has stimulated the community to organize itself to achieve an increasingly high level of health through community participation and self-reliance. Plans have been approved in principle to train a further 2000 village aides in primary health care for the state of Sarawak.
eng
eng
3.
Chong, Y H; Tee, E S; Ng, T K; Yap, S B; Mok, S K
A study on the food and nutritional status of the Armed Forces Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 37, no. 1, pp. 46-51, 1982, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
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title = {A study on the food and nutritional status of the Armed Forces},
author = {Y H Chong and E S Tee and T K Ng and S B Yap and S K Mok},
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4.
Rahman, K M Maqsudur
Epidemiology of Malaria in Malaysia Journal Article
In: Reviews of Infectious Diseases, vol. 4, no. 5, pp. 985-991, 1982, ISSN: 01620886.
@article{RN16204,
title = {Epidemiology of Malaria in Malaysia},
author = {K M Maqsudur Rahman},
url = {http://www.jstor.org/stable/4452869},
issn = {01620886},
year = {1982},
date = {1982-01-01},
journal = {Reviews of Infectious Diseases},
volume = {4},
number = {5},
pages = {985-991},
abstract = {Malaria is a major public health problem in Malaysia, particularly in peninsular Malaysia and the state of Sabah. An eradication program started in the states of Sabah and Sarawak in 1961 initially was remarkably successful. A similar but staged program was started in peninsular Malaysia in 1967 and was also quite successful. However, a marked upsurge in incidence in Sabah in 1975-1978 showed that malaria is still a major hazard. The disease leads to great economic losses in terms of the productivity of the labor force and the learning capacity of schoolchildren. The topography, the climate, and the migrations of the people due to increased economic activity are similar in peninsular Malaysia, Sabah, and Sarawak. However, the epidemiologic picture differs strikingly from area to area in terms of species of vectors, distribution of parasitic species, and resistance of Plasmodium falciparum to chloroquine. Likewise, the problems faced by the eradication or control programs in the three regions are dissimilar. Because solutions to only some of these problems are possible, the eradication of malaria in Malaysia is not likely in the near future. However, the situation offers an excellent opportunity for further studies of antimalaria measures.},
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Malaria is a major public health problem in Malaysia, particularly in peninsular Malaysia and the state of Sabah. An eradication program started in the states of Sabah and Sarawak in 1961 initially was remarkably successful. A similar but staged program was started in peninsular Malaysia in 1967 and was also quite successful. However, a marked upsurge in incidence in Sabah in 1975-1978 showed that malaria is still a major hazard. The disease leads to great economic losses in terms of the productivity of the labor force and the learning capacity of schoolchildren. The topography, the climate, and the migrations of the people due to increased economic activity are similar in peninsular Malaysia, Sabah, and Sarawak. However, the epidemiologic picture differs strikingly from area to area in terms of species of vectors, distribution of parasitic species, and resistance of Plasmodium falciparum to chloroquine. Likewise, the problems faced by the eradication or control programs in the three regions are dissimilar. Because solutions to only some of these problems are possible, the eradication of malaria in Malaysia is not likely in the near future. However, the situation offers an excellent opportunity for further studies of antimalaria measures.
5.
Lim, H H
The epidemiology of cancers in the University Hospital, Kuala Lumpur Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 37, no. 1, pp. 52-9, 1982, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
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title = {The epidemiology of cancers in the University Hospital, Kuala Lumpur},
author = {H H Lim},
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year = {1982},
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pages = {52-9},
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6.
Chen, P C
The Medical Journal of Malaysia: Past and Future Journal Article
In: Medical Journal of Malaysia, vol. 37, no. 1, pp. 1-6, 1982.
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title = {The Medical Journal of Malaysia: Past and Future},
author = {P C Chen},
year = {1982},
date = {1982-01-01},
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volume = {37},
number = {1},
pages = {1-6},
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7.
Chen, P C; Lim, P P
The prevalence of endemic goitre in the Tinjar area, Sarawak Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 37, no. 3, pp. 265-9, 1982, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
@article{RN16149,
title = {The prevalence of endemic goitre in the Tinjar area, Sarawak},
author = {P C Chen and P P Lim},
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year = {1982},
date = {1982-01-01},
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volume = {37},
number = {3},
pages = {265-9},
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8.
Chen, Paul CY; Lim, PP
The prevalence of endemic goitre in the Tinjar area, Sarawak Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 37, pp. 265-269, 1982.
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abstract = {The prevalence of goitre was investigated in a sample from six longhouses and five primary schools located at varying degrees of remoteness along the Tinjar river, Sarawak. Together with this, a survey was made on the type ofsalt used by the households. The main ethnic groups in thesem communities were the KenyahlKayan and the Iban.
The overall prevalence of palpable goitre detected from the age group 5-14 years were 71.7 percent and 77.0 percent for males and females respectively and 77.7 percent for females aged 15 years and above. The prevalence for both Iban and KenyahlKayan of either sex and for all age groups varied from 63.4 percent to 80.4 percent. The prevalence at each location did not differ significantly.
On questioning 126 households, only 9 (7.1 percent) used iodized salt whilst 74 (58.7 percent) households used only uniodized coarse salt and 7 (5.6 percent) used only uniodized fine salt. The remaining 36 (28.6 percent) households used both fine and coarse uniodized salt. Undoubtedly at this point in time legislation on "table" salt iodization must be interpreted to mean not only the iodization of fine table salt, but in the case of the rural longhouse communities as are found in the Tinjar area, the iodization of coarse salt as well.},
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The prevalence of goitre was investigated in a sample from six longhouses and five primary schools located at varying degrees of remoteness along the Tinjar river, Sarawak. Together with this, a survey was made on the type ofsalt used by the households. The main ethnic groups in thesem communities were the KenyahlKayan and the Iban.
The overall prevalence of palpable goitre detected from the age group 5-14 years were 71.7 percent and 77.0 percent for males and females respectively and 77.7 percent for females aged 15 years and above. The prevalence for both Iban and KenyahlKayan of either sex and for all age groups varied from 63.4 percent to 80.4 percent. The prevalence at each location did not differ significantly.
On questioning 126 households, only 9 (7.1 percent) used iodized salt whilst 74 (58.7 percent) households used only uniodized coarse salt and 7 (5.6 percent) used only uniodized fine salt. The remaining 36 (28.6 percent) households used both fine and coarse uniodized salt. Undoubtedly at this point in time legislation on "table" salt iodization must be interpreted to mean not only the iodization of fine table salt, but in the case of the rural longhouse communities as are found in the Tinjar area, the iodization of coarse salt as well.
The overall prevalence of palpable goitre detected from the age group 5-14 years were 71.7 percent and 77.0 percent for males and females respectively and 77.7 percent for females aged 15 years and above. The prevalence for both Iban and KenyahlKayan of either sex and for all age groups varied from 63.4 percent to 80.4 percent. The prevalence at each location did not differ significantly.
On questioning 126 households, only 9 (7.1 percent) used iodized salt whilst 74 (58.7 percent) households used only uniodized coarse salt and 7 (5.6 percent) used only uniodized fine salt. The remaining 36 (28.6 percent) households used both fine and coarse uniodized salt. Undoubtedly at this point in time legislation on "table" salt iodization must be interpreted to mean not only the iodization of fine table salt, but in the case of the rural longhouse communities as are found in the Tinjar area, the iodization of coarse salt as well.
9.
Lim, H H
The role of the occupational health nurse Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 37, no. 1, pp. 90-5, 1982, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
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1981
1.
Chen, P C
Endemic goitre: a preventable and yet highly prevalent disease in Sarawak Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 36, no. 2, pp. 67-9, 1981, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
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2.
Gan, Chong Ying
Transmission of infection among household contacts of cholera patients in the 1978 outbreak in Perak Journal Article
In: Med. J. Malaysia, vol. 36, no. 2, 1981.
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title = {Transmission of infection among household contacts of cholera patients in the 1978 outbreak in Perak},
author = {Chong Ying Gan},
year = {1981},
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number = {2},
abstract = {In the outbreak of cholera in Perak in 1978, a study on 179 cholera patients (cases) from 8 health districts in the state indicated that those afflicted with the disease were from the rural areas, belonged to the lower socio-economic class and had little or no formal education. Under such conditions, it is expected that personal hygiene may not be satisfactory and person to person contact could play an important role in the transmission of the disease especially among those living in close contact. 34.2 percent of the 164 households of the cholera patients contained injected household contacts. From 1 to 6 infected household contacts per household were found for household size ranging from 2 to 18. Ninetyjive (8.6 percent) of the total 1101 household contacts were injected. Only 8 of these 95 infected household contacts developed clinical symptoms giving a ratio of 1 : 12 symptomatic to inapparent injections. While most of the contacts probably acquired their infection from the patient who constitutes the index case, the role of the asymptomatic carrier in the transmission ofinjection cannot be underestimated.},
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In the outbreak of cholera in Perak in 1978, a study on 179 cholera patients (cases) from 8 health districts in the state indicated that those afflicted with the disease were from the rural areas, belonged to the lower socio-economic class and had little or no formal education. Under such conditions, it is expected that personal hygiene may not be satisfactory and person to person contact could play an important role in the transmission of the disease especially among those living in close contact. 34.2 percent of the 164 households of the cholera patients contained injected household contacts. From 1 to 6 infected household contacts per household were found for household size ranging from 2 to 18. Ninetyjive (8.6 percent) of the total 1101 household contacts were injected. Only 8 of these 95 infected household contacts developed clinical symptoms giving a ratio of 1 : 12 symptomatic to inapparent injections. While most of the contacts probably acquired their infection from the patient who constitutes the index case, the role of the asymptomatic carrier in the transmission ofinjection cannot be underestimated.
1980
1.
Arokiasamy, J T; Chen, P C
A comparison of morbidity patterns in Peninsular Malaysia 1959 and 1974 Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 34, no. 4, pp. 336-42, 1980, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
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title = {A comparison of morbidity patterns in Peninsular Malaysia 1959 and 1974},
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year = {1980},
date = {1980-01-01},
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number = {4},
pages = {336-42},
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2.
Mu, Mu Tha
A Study of Inpatients of the Banting District Hospital Masters Thesis
Department of Social and Preventive Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 1980, (Master of Public Health).
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title = {A Study of Inpatients of the Banting District Hospital},
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abstract = {The main objective of this study is to observe the disease pattern of the inpatients of Banting District Hospital which is located in one of the most prosperous states of Peninsular Malaysia. At the same time, the utilization pattern of the hospital can be seen by its bed occupancy rate and length of stay of inpatients. The other characteristics of inpatients such as age, sex, race, time of admission and distance travelled were studied. A sample of 908 inpatients were chosen from the year 1978 for this study. For bed occupancy rate, the calculation was based on a two-week period, from 30th November to 13th December 1979. The ratio of inpatient to outpatient was 1:10 and the sex distribution was 32.3% for male patients and 67.7% for female patients. The distance travelled by inpatients from all parts of the district ranged from less than one mile to 39 miles. But the most frequent visits were made from those patients living around 1-4 miles of the hospital. The disease classification which was based on the World Health Organisation's International Classification of Diseases (Seventh Revision, 1955), showed that the common causes of admission to Banting District Hospital were as follows - deliveries, complications of pregnancy, childbirth and puerperium 49.3%, "accidents, poisonings and violence" 12.8%, disease of digestive system 9.1%, disease of genitourinary system 5.3% and disease of respiratory system 4.6%. Due to lack of information, the correlation of occupational group and social class of inpatients to the disease patterns could not be carried out. The average length of stay, in 1978, of a patient in the hospital was 4.8 days. The longest staying patients were those with diseases of the circulatory system 11.2 days, congenital malformations 11 days, diseases of the skin and cellular tissues 10.5 days. The average bed occupancy rate for the whole hospital was 55%. The maternity ward had a bed occupancy rate of 64% while the male ward had a 62% bed occupancy rate. The study on the time of admission reveals the most of the obstetric cases were admitted during the morning between 7.00 to 10.00 a.m. and for other causes of admissions, several peaks of admissions were seen, that is, between 10.00-11.00 a.m., 2.00 -3.00 p.m., and just before midnight. This can be a useful piece of information for hospital administrators when allocating their staff to increase the efficiency of the hospitals.},
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The main objective of this study is to observe the disease pattern of the inpatients of Banting District Hospital which is located in one of the most prosperous states of Peninsular Malaysia. At the same time, the utilization pattern of the hospital can be seen by its bed occupancy rate and length of stay of inpatients. The other characteristics of inpatients such as age, sex, race, time of admission and distance travelled were studied. A sample of 908 inpatients were chosen from the year 1978 for this study. For bed occupancy rate, the calculation was based on a two-week period, from 30th November to 13th December 1979. The ratio of inpatient to outpatient was 1:10 and the sex distribution was 32.3% for male patients and 67.7% for female patients. The distance travelled by inpatients from all parts of the district ranged from less than one mile to 39 miles. But the most frequent visits were made from those patients living around 1-4 miles of the hospital. The disease classification which was based on the World Health Organisation's International Classification of Diseases (Seventh Revision, 1955), showed that the common causes of admission to Banting District Hospital were as follows - deliveries, complications of pregnancy, childbirth and puerperium 49.3%, "accidents, poisonings and violence" 12.8%, disease of digestive system 9.1%, disease of genitourinary system 5.3% and disease of respiratory system 4.6%. Due to lack of information, the correlation of occupational group and social class of inpatients to the disease patterns could not be carried out. The average length of stay, in 1978, of a patient in the hospital was 4.8 days. The longest staying patients were those with diseases of the circulatory system 11.2 days, congenital malformations 11 days, diseases of the skin and cellular tissues 10.5 days. The average bed occupancy rate for the whole hospital was 55%. The maternity ward had a bed occupancy rate of 64% while the male ward had a 62% bed occupancy rate. The study on the time of admission reveals the most of the obstetric cases were admitted during the morning between 7.00 to 10.00 a.m. and for other causes of admissions, several peaks of admissions were seen, that is, between 10.00-11.00 a.m., 2.00 -3.00 p.m., and just before midnight. This can be a useful piece of information for hospital administrators when allocating their staff to increase the efficiency of the hospitals.
3.
Arokiasamy, J T
Attitudes of 110 married men towards family planning Journal Article
In: Med J Malaysia, vol. 35, no. 1, pp. 22-7, 1980, ISSN: 0300-5283 (Print) 0300-5283 (Linking).
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abstract = {A study was conducted at the Army Garrison Hospital at Port Dickson in Peninsular Malaysia to determine the attitudes of 110 married men towards family planning. The sample included 80 Malays and 30 Indians who are army personnel attending the hospital either for medical treatment or a check-up. The study instrument was a pre-tested questionnarie administered by 2 male nurses during the November-December 1975 period. 76 of the respondents were between the ages of 20-34 years. 81 of the respondents had been married for a duration of up to 11 years. A breakdown by religion showed that 80 were Muslims, 25 were Hindus, and 5 were Christians, the latter being all Roman Catholics. All of the respondents were able to read and write in at least 1 language, 36 had had schooling varying from standard 1-6, 40 had had schooling varying between Form 1-Form 3, and 34 had had schooling varying from Form 4-to either Malaysian Certificate of Education Level or Higher School Certificate Level. 103 of the respondents approved of family planning, and of these 63 had always felt this way in the past. 6 respondents indicated that they had not thought about family planning in the past. 87 respondents did not approve of the practice of family planning before having the 1st child. Only 7 of 80 Malays in contrast to 16 of 30 Indian respondents -- a significant difference -- approved of family planning before the 1st child. 89 of the 110 respondents had discussed family planning with their wives; 21 respondents had not. 93 respondents disapproved of induced abortion; 17 approved of it. Only 3 of 80 Malay respondents approved induced abortion, but 14 of 30 Indian respondents indicated approval. 98 of the respondents indicated that they were interested in learning more about family planning, and 96 approved of their wife practicing family planning. 56 respondents were practicing family planning, and 20 indicated that they would do so in the future. 6 said they would not practice family planning, and 28 were uncertain as to whether they would practice family planning. It appears that the better educated approve as well as practice family planning more than those with less education.
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A study was conducted at the Army Garrison Hospital at Port Dickson in Peninsular Malaysia to determine the attitudes of 110 married men towards family planning. The sample included 80 Malays and 30 Indians who are army personnel attending the hospital either for medical treatment or a check-up. The study instrument was a pre-tested questionnarie administered by 2 male nurses during the November-December 1975 period. 76 of the respondents were between the ages of 20-34 years. 81 of the respondents had been married for a duration of up to 11 years. A breakdown by religion showed that 80 were Muslims, 25 were Hindus, and 5 were Christians, the latter being all Roman Catholics. All of the respondents were able to read and write in at least 1 language, 36 had had schooling varying from standard 1-6, 40 had had schooling varying between Form 1-Form 3, and 34 had had schooling varying from Form 4-to either Malaysian Certificate of Education Level or Higher School Certificate Level. 103 of the respondents approved of family planning, and of these 63 had always felt this way in the past. 6 respondents indicated that they had not thought about family planning in the past. 87 respondents did not approve of the practice of family planning before having the 1st child. Only 7 of 80 Malays in contrast to 16 of 30 Indian respondents -- a significant difference -- approved of family planning before the 1st child. 89 of the 110 respondents had discussed family planning with their wives; 21 respondents had not. 93 respondents disapproved of induced abortion; 17 approved of it. Only 3 of 80 Malay respondents approved induced abortion, but 14 of 30 Indian respondents indicated approval. 98 of the respondents indicated that they were interested in learning more about family planning, and 96 approved of their wife practicing family planning. 56 respondents were practicing family planning, and 20 indicated that they would do so in the future. 6 said they would not practice family planning, and 28 were uncertain as to whether they would practice family planning. It appears that the better educated approve as well as practice family planning more than those with less education.
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eng
4.
Chen, P C
On whom and how shall we spend our dollars? Journal Article
In: Medical Journal of Malaysia, vol. 35, no. 2, pp. 103-108, 1980.
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title = {On whom and how shall we spend our dollars?},
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year = {1980},
date = {1980-01-01},
journal = {Medical Journal of Malaysia},
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number = {2},
pages = {103-108},
abstract = {GOVERNMENT EXPENDITURE ON HEALTH - It is sobering to look around the world and to compare the per capita government expenditure on health in a number of countries and the relative health status of these countries. For 86 developing countries examined by the World Bank, 22 in 1976 spent US$1.00 or less per capita per year on health, the average being US$6.00, Malaysia being one of 14 countries that spent between US$I1.00 to $20.00 per capita per year. In other words, for most of the developing countries, medical care must be provided for with budgets that average US$6.00 per capita per annum but for about one-quarter of the developing countries, the expenditure in 1976 was US$1.00 or less per capita per annum. Examples of such countries include Pakistan, Afghanistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Burma, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Korea, Mali, Upper Volta, Niger, Chad, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Burundi, Zaire, Mozambique, Yemen, Syria and Haiti (World Bank, 1980).
Looking at some developing and developed countries (Table I), it is noted that the range of per capita government expenditure on health in 1976 varies from a low of US$I.00 to a high of US$550 (Sweden), with Malaysia spending the equivalent of US$13 per capita per annum in 1976 (World Bank, 1980). From the Malaysian point of view it is important to bear in mind that the developed countries spent the equivalent of US$217 to $550 per capita per annum on health, and that this is 17 to 42 times what Malaysia can afford.
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GOVERNMENT EXPENDITURE ON HEALTH - It is sobering to look around the world and to compare the per capita government expenditure on health in a number of countries and the relative health status of these countries. For 86 developing countries examined by the World Bank, 22 in 1976 spent US$1.00 or less per capita per year on health, the average being US$6.00, Malaysia being one of 14 countries that spent between US$I1.00 to $20.00 per capita per year. In other words, for most of the developing countries, medical care must be provided for with budgets that average US$6.00 per capita per annum but for about one-quarter of the developing countries, the expenditure in 1976 was US$1.00 or less per capita per annum. Examples of such countries include Pakistan, Afghanistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Burma, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Korea, Mali, Upper Volta, Niger, Chad, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Burundi, Zaire, Mozambique, Yemen, Syria and Haiti (World Bank, 1980).
Looking at some developing and developed countries (Table I), it is noted that the range of per capita government expenditure on health in 1976 varies from a low of US$I.00 to a high of US$550 (Sweden), with Malaysia spending the equivalent of US$13 per capita per annum in 1976 (World Bank, 1980). From the Malaysian point of view it is important to bear in mind that the developed countries spent the equivalent of US$217 to $550 per capita per annum on health, and that this is 17 to 42 times what Malaysia can afford.
... more
Looking at some developing and developed countries (Table I), it is noted that the range of per capita government expenditure on health in 1976 varies from a low of US$I.00 to a high of US$550 (Sweden), with Malaysia spending the equivalent of US$13 per capita per annum in 1976 (World Bank, 1980). From the Malaysian point of view it is important to bear in mind that the developed countries spent the equivalent of US$217 to $550 per capita per annum on health, and that this is 17 to 42 times what Malaysia can afford.
... more