Health of the population of Vojvodina

Martinov-Cvejin, Mirjana; Grujić, Vera; Susnjevic, S; Kvrgić, Svetlana; Arsic, Miodrag; Ač-Nikolić, Eržebet

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“…This is concerning because PI is one of the leading modifiable risk factors for global mortality ( 18 ). In Vojvodina, Serbia, the leading causes of mortality in the population are cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) (56.8%) and cancer (19.7%) ( 19 ). Therefore, it is important that the population of Vojvodina, Serbia, be physically active because the PA effectively protects from cardiovascular diseases and cancer ( 20 ), and thus mortality of the population.…”

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Physical activity before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in Vojvodina, Serbia

Obradović

Radulović

Cvijović

et al. 2022

Front. Public Health

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BackgroundThe physical activity (PA) of the youth and adult population underwent changes during the last 2 years due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, and all for the purpose of maintaining the health of the population. The purpose of this study was to estimate the levels of PA in the youth population and the adult population (young and old) during the COVID-19 pandemic in the territory of Vojvodina, Serbia, and to determine the differences between them, as well as to compare these results with the results before the pandemic.MethodsA total of 1,117 subjects (age 36.27 ± 15.08 years) from the territory of Vojvodina, Serbia, participated in the study. Subjects were recruited and assigned to one of the three groups according to their age: youth group (N = 395; age 18–24 years), young adults group (N = 347; from 25 to 44 years), and old adults group (N = 375; age 45–65 years). All participants in this study completed the International Physical Activity Questionnaire Short-Form between July and November 2021, during the fourth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic in Vojvodina, Serbia. The Kruskal–Wallis test and Dunn multiple comparison post-hoc method were used for statistical analyses.ResultsThe youth showed the highest result in total weekly energy expenditure (3,893.72 ± 2,010.01 MET-min/week) compared to young adults (2,528.20 ± 1,804.11 MET-min/week) and old adults (2,369.07 ± 2,084.95 MET-min/week) during the COVID-19 pandemic in Vojvodina, Serbia. In addition, adults (young and old) spent more time sitting than youth during the same period. Furthermore, the youth achieved greater results in levels of PA during the COVID-19 pandemic compared to the situation before the COVID-19 pandemic. However, adult populations achieved lower results during the COVID-19 pandemic than before the COVID-19 pandemic.ConclusionDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, the youth from Vojovida, Serbia, achieved greater results in PA levels than the adult populations. Based on that, we recommend that it is necessary to take steps toward increasing PA in the adult population, especially old adults.

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Physical activity before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in Vojvodina, Serbia

Obradović

Radulović

Cvijović

et al. 2022

Front. Public Health

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Assessing fall risks in oncology patients undergoing chemotherapy

Perovic,

Popovic-Petrovic,

Rodic

et al. 2024

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Introduction. The adverse side effects of therapy, combined with cancer symptoms, can significantly impact the functional ability of patients. By assessing fall risks in patients undergoing chemotherapy and implementing preventive interventions, we can enhance the quality of life of these individuals. The study aimed to identify risk factors and evaluate the risk of falls in oncology patients receiving chemotherapy at a Day Hospital. Material and Methods. The study was conducted at the General Hospital in Vrbas and the Oncology Institute of Vojvodina. Patients were divided into two age groups. The instruments used for assessment included the Morse Fall Scale, Timed Up and Go Test, Berg Balance Scale, and Mini-Mental State Examination. The collected data were statistically analyzed. Results. The first group of patients had an average age below 65, while the second group?s average age was above 65. Both groups had a higher portion of female patients. There were significant differences in cancer localization: the first group primarily had breast cancer, whereas the second group had a higher prevalence of colon cancer. Older patients took longer to complete the Timed Up and Go Test. In the older group, age was significantly associated with Timed Up and Go Test and Berg Balance Scale scores. Additionally, there was a notable correlation between Mini-Mental State Examination scores and Berg Balance Scale scores. Conclusion. Age, reduced physical ability and balance, and cognitive deficits are significant risk factors for falls in older oncology patients receiving chemotherapy in the Day Hospital setting.

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Geographic Medical Overview of Noncommunicable Diseases (Cardiovascular Diseases and Diabetes) in the Territory of the AP Vojvodina (Northern Serbia)

2022

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The objective of this study was a geographic medical analysis of noncommunicable diseases (cardiovascular diseases from 2010 to 2020 and diabetes from 2010 to 2019) in the AP Vojvodina (northern Serbia) in order to identify the most and least burdened counties as well as to present trends in the mentioned diseases. The Mann-Kendall trend test, a cluster analysis, and Getis–Ord Gi* method for hot spot analysis were applied in this analysis. Regarding acute coronary syndrome and myocardial infarction, the North Backa County had a lower mortality rate although the number of newly reported cases was above average. The largest number of new cases of unstable angina pectoris was in the North Backa, North Banat, and Middle Banat Counties, while the West Backa County was identified as a county with a higher mortality rate. The cluster analysis showed that the number of death cases from diabetes in the Srem County is significantly higher than that in the other counties. Likewise, the West Backa County had a high number of new diabetes patients, but also a much lower mortality rate. Chronic noncommunicable diseases are predominant in newly diagnosed incidences and death cases in the AP Vojvodina. Studies of this kind promote public health and healthcare systems in the researched area and in the Republic of Serbia, as well as in other countries.

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Health of the population of Vojvodina

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Physical activity before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in Vojvodina, Serbia

Physical activity before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in Vojvodina, Serbia

Assessing fall risks in oncology patients undergoing chemotherapy

Geographic Medical Overview of Noncommunicable Diseases (Cardiovascular Diseases and Diabetes) in the Territory of the AP Vojvodina (Northern Serbia)

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