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Mahidol University Abstract of International Publications 2006
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northeastern and upper – central regions of the country, with a history of ingesting
fresh water plants or drinking untreated water, and having fever, righ – tupper –
quadrant pain or intrahepatic cystic lesion(s) together with absolute peripheral blood
eosinophilia.
No.38
Author(s) : Arpanantikul M.
Title : Self – Care Process as Experienced by Middle – Aged Thai Women.
Source : Health Care for Women International. 27 (10): 893 – 907, 2006 (Nov – Dec).
Document Type : Article.
Keywords : Older people – – health & hygiene, Awareness, Middle aged women, Motivation
(psychology), Physical fitness, Self – care, Health.
Abstract : My purpose in this study was to explore the process of self – care actions in promoting
health among middle – aged Thai women. Data were obtained from in – depth recorded
interviews with 15 middle – aged Thai women living in Bangkok. Findings showed
that the process of self – care actions for achieving health among middle – aged Thai
women moved through a series of five stages: (1) perceiving health status, (2)
developing awareness of the importance of one’s own health, (3) finding motivation
for self – care, (4) taking control for self – care, and (5) evaluating the consequences
of self – care activities. I conclude that the process of self – care actions originated
from women’s internal demands and the formulation of self – care action is intertwined
with women’s values, beliefs, and way of life. Specific guidance about self – care and
encouragement from nurses are meaningful for women to effectively perform self –
care actions resulting in the promotion of long – term wellness in the later years of
life.
No.39
Author(s) : Arphorn S, Brooks R, Permsirivanich P.
Title : Chainat: A case study in occupational health and safety promotion for farmers.
Source : Industrail Health. 44 (1): 98 – 100, 2006 (Jan).
Document Type : Article.
Keywords : Wind, Occupational health and safety for farmers, Integrative approach.
Abstract : The high rates of occupationally related injuries, accidents, and deaths in rural Thailand
are of particular concern to public health officials, as well as the residents and workers
living in these areas. In response to specific concerns raised by local residents and
local health officials in Chainat Province, Thailand, the Work Improvement in
Neighborhood Development (WIND) programme was introduced and implemented
by means of the local Primary Care Unit (PCU). The objective was to improve farmers’
knowledge of methods to improve occupational safety and to reduce the occurrence
of occupationally related injuries, accidents, and deaths in the area. Local farmers,
public health officers, and health volunteers from the PCU played a primary role in
the programme, serving as trainers in the initial training of trainer session. Major
activities included visiting a local farm to carry out a check – list improvement activity
and active discussion among participants about potential improvements. Following
the implementation of WIND in Chainat, a number of significant improvements in
work conditions were noted, including construction of resting corners, plans to build
toilets in the fields, improved knowledge about the dangers of chemical fertilizers and
pesticides, and increased use of personal protective equipment. Furthermore,
participants began making organic fertilizer and had independently developed an
organic anti – snail pesticide. This integrative approach, achieved by including many
different members of the community, in combination with government support and
diligent follow – up, has proved to be particularly successful.
No.40
Author(s) : Arromdee E, Tanakitivirul M.
Title : Epidemiology of Behcet’s disease in Thai patients.
Source : Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand. 89 (Suppl.5): S182 – S186, 2006 (Nov).
Document Type : Article.
Keywords : Behcet’s disease, Epidemiology, Thai patients.
Abstract : Objective: To describe symptoms, signs, laboratory findings and to compare sensitivity
of several classification criteria in Thai patients who were diagnosed with Behcet’s
disease. Material and Method: Using medical records from the rheumatology unit,
Siriraj hospital, all cases diagnosed with Behcet’s disease by our rheumatology staff
were identified and reviewed. Demographic data, clinical presentations, and laboratory