Awareness of Folic Acid Use and Its Effects Among Medical Students in Ukraine

Hlushko, K.T.; Boyarchuk, Oksana; Kinash, M. I.; Burbela, E.I.; Rohalska, Yana; Dobrovolska, L.I.

doi:10.36740/wlek202109102

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“…Also, good knowledge can be connected to reliable sources of information such as health professionals and teachers [22]. Our findings were also congruent with a cross-sectional study that was conducted among university students in Ukraine that aimed to explore the level of knowledge of folic acid, which demonstrated an adequate level of knowledge [31]. In a cross-sectional study by Mroczek et al among female students of reproductive age, the findings revealed an inadequate understanding of folic acid supplementation [32].…”

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confidence: 85%

Assessment of Knowledge of Sexual Reproductive Health Among Female University Students in Jordan

Alkhalili,

Al-Hmaid,

Kheirallah

et al. 2024

Cureus

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Background: Sexual reproductive health (SRH) is an important aspect of human life, especially in the younger age groups. Young adults are the most vulnerable group to SRH consequences, as they have limited access to its information and services. This is one of the earliest studies conducted to examine the knowledge of SRH among female university students in Jordan. The aim of this study is to assess the knowledge of SRH among female Jordanian university students and to determine the social and individual factors that may affect this knowledge.Methodology: A cross-sectional design was used, and a convenient sample consisting of 427 female university students was recruited from the University of Jordan. The inclusion criteria were female unmarried students aged 18-25 years old, while the exclusion criteria were married, divorced, or engaged female students. A valid and reliable self-administered questionnaire was used to assess the student's knowledge of SRH. Data were collected between February 21 and March 20, 2022. IBM SPSS Statistics for Windows, Version 23.0 (Released 2015; IBM Corp., Armonk, New York, United States) was used for data analysis, and an independent sample t-test was used to investigate mean differences in the SRH score based on demographic characteristics.Results: Overall, it was found that only 26.2% of all the participants had adequate knowledge of SRH. Additionally, they have inadequate knowledge regarding the different aspects of SRH such as premarital, vaccination, menstruation, contraception, and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), except for the section on folic acid, which demonstrated adequate knowledge. Furthermore, the participants' scores of total SRH knowledge were significantly different based on their original place of living, current residency, educational level, religion, and university faculty. Conclusion:Due to the inadequate level of knowledge, this study highlights the need to establish educational and awareness programs concerning SRH and to incorporate this subject into the university and school curricula.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 85%

Assessment of Knowledge of Sexual Reproductive Health Among Female University Students in Jordan

Alkhalili,

Al-Hmaid,

Kheirallah

et al. 2024

Cureus

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“…However, despite widely used information campaigns, it seems that the use of additional supplementation and patients’ knowledge in this area are still insufficient. Referring to the research, it can be seen that, in developed countries, the current consumption of supplements, especially folic acid and choline, is still not satisfactory [ 6 , 184 , 185 , 186 , 187 ]. Therefore, we deeply believe that it is extremely important to constantly strive to increase public awareness of the principles of proper nutrition and supplementation during pregnancy.…”

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confidence: 99%

Epigenetic Genome Modifications during Pregnancy: The Impact of Essential Nutritional Supplements on DNA Methylation

Socha,

Flis,

Wartęga

2024

Nutrients

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Pregnancy is an extremely stressful period in a pregnant woman’s life. Currently, women’s awareness of the proper course of pregnancy and its possible complications is constantly growing. Therefore, a significant percentage of women increasingly reach for various dietary supplements during gestation. Some of the most popular substances included in multi-ingredient supplements are folic acid and choline. Those substances are associated with positive effects on fetal intrauterine development and fewer possible pregnancy-associated complications. Recently, more and more attention has been paid to the impacts of specific environmental factors, such as diet, stress, physical activity, etc., on epigenetic modifications, understood as changes occurring in gene expression without the direct alteration of DNA sequences. Substances such as folic acid and choline may participate in epigenetic modifications by acting via a one-carbon cycle, leading to the methyl-group donor formation. Those nutrients may indirectly impact genome phenotype by influencing the process of DNA methylation. This review article presents the current state of knowledge on the use of folic acid and choline supplementation during pregnancy, taking into account their impacts on the maternal–fetal unit and possible pregnancy outcomes, and determining possible mechanisms of action, with particular emphasis on their possible impacts on epigenetic modifications.

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“…An important aspect of the project was raising the awareness of the medical community and the public about the problems of children with SB and its prevention [4,10,11]. An increase in awareness among students and doctors has shown its effectiveness in improving diagnosis and providing assistance in other diseases [12,13].…”

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confidence: 99%

The program of multidisciplinary online support of children with spina bifida in Ukraine during the war

Boyarchuk,

Koshmaniuk

2023

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Background. The Russian aggression against Ukraine has exacerbated the challenges faced by children with spina bifida (SB). Access to healthcare is severely impacted due to security concerns, restricted mobility, and mass displacement. To address these issues and improve access to medical care, we launched a project titled “The program of multidisciplinary online support of children with spina bifida in Ukraine”. The aim: to present the program of multidisciplinary online support of patients with SB and their families during the war for improving healthcare for this vulnerable group of patients at a time of limited opportunities. Methods. The project ran from June to December 2022 and involved collaboration of the NGO “Lights of Spirit”, doctors, and specialists including a lawyer, a psychologist, a social worker, a teacher. This multidisciplinary team worked together to provide comprehensive assistance to families with children having SB. Results. Overall, 149 families with children with SB and hydrocephalus from nearly all regions of Ukraine participated in the project. Initially, 82 online consultations were conducted. Nineteen online meetings were organized for parents with the involvement of a physical therapist, an occupational therapist, and a psychologist and 87 families took part in these meetings. Parents and children with SB received online consultations from doctors of the multidisciplinary team, as well as examination, treatment, necessary care products, and medicine tailored to their individual needs. The project also provided educational, informational, and psychological support. Conclusions. The program of multidisciplinary online support of children with SB in Ukraine during the Russian invasion confirmed its significance, necessity, and effectiveness. It facilitated the formation of partnerships between patients, parents, and clinicians. The project showed the problems of prevention and care of children with SB and also prospects for future development in this field.

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Awareness of Folic Acid Use and Its Effects Among Medical Students in Ukraine

Cited by 10 publications

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Assessment of Knowledge of Sexual Reproductive Health Among Female University Students in Jordan

Assessment of Knowledge of Sexual Reproductive Health Among Female University Students in Jordan

Epigenetic Genome Modifications during Pregnancy: The Impact of Essential Nutritional Supplements on DNA Methylation

The program of multidisciplinary online support of children with spina bifida in Ukraine during the war

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