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    Validation of an internally developed knee model designed to facilitate instruction in practice of arthrocentesis of the knee
    (2020-06-01) P. Chiowchanwisawakit; S. Chongpipatchaipron; K. Wilaphan; B. Vanadurongwan; W. Dejsomritrutai; Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
    rate the model as good to very good. Results: All instructors evaluated the model as good to very good for simulated human knee, ability to perform the process as done in a real patient, suitability for practice, safety, convenience, and global quality... (Bangkok, Thailand) between June 2017 and March 2018. The model was designed to closely simulate the characteristics of the knee so that trainees could learn and practice knee arthrocentesis. The model was validated by seven rheumatologists or orthopedists
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    “I Feed My Baby, As I Think, It is Good for My Baby”: Beliefs and Cultural Practices of Infant Feeding among HIV Positive Mothers in Mandalay, Myanmar
    (2018) Nay Lynn Oo; Luechai Sringernyuang; Penchan Sherer; Natthani Meemon; Mahidol University. Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities
    feeding counseling messages. Those infant mixed feeding patterns were a result of cultural forces of ‘good motherhood’ and ‘cultural seniority’ through ‘lay referral’ practices.... composed of cultural norms, beliefs and practices. This article aimed to explore cultural beliefs and practices of infant mixed feeding practicing HIV positive mothers regarding under six months infant feedings: EFF/ERF, EBF and MF. Methods: This cross
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    Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding Soil-Transmitted Helminthiasis among Village Health Volunteers in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, Thailand: A Cross-Sectional Study
    (2022-02-01) Narkkul U.; Na-Ek P.; Kaewkungwal J.; Punsawad C.; Mahidol University
    , and practices related to soil-transmitted helminthiasis were collected using a structured questionnaire. The results demonstrated that VHVs had poor knowledge (70.47%) and practices (66.49%); however, 69.57% had good attitudes. Most VHVs had inadequate knowledge... and practices regarding soil-transmitted helminthiasis. VHVs who had been trained in parasitic infection control measures were 2.18 times more likely to have good knowledge. VHVs with a monthly family income of more than 307 USD were 1.58 times more likely
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    From data to policy: good practices and cautionary tales
    (2007-03-24) Carla AbouZahr; Sam Adjei; Churnrurtai Kanchanachitra; Organisation Mondiale de la Sante; University of Aberdeen; Mahidol University
    health statistics and policymaking at country and global levels. We propose a fourfold framework to help the transition from data to policy. Good practices include: (1) reconciling statistics from different sources; (2) fostering communication...Sound statistics are a key component of evidence. However, many institutional, political, and practical barriers impede effective use of data to inform policy. In the fourth paper in this Series on health statistics, we look at the relation between
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    Insights on Skin Quality and Clinical Practice Trends in Asia Pacific and a Practical Guide to Good Skin Quality from the Inside Out
    (2022-06-01) Park J.Y.; Mahidol University
    OBJECTIVE: We sought to examine the current skin quality trends and gaps in clinical practice in the Asia Pacific region and develop a practical guide to improve skin quality. METHODS: Medical practitioners from 11 countries in the Asia Pacific... region completed an online survey on current trends in skin quality treatment. A panel of 12 leading experts convened for a virtual meeting to develop a practical guide for skin quality improvement. RESULTS: A total of 153 practitioners completed
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    Knowledge, attitude, and practices toward COVID-19 among the international travelers in Thailand
    (2021-12-01) Suttiporn Prapaso; Viravarn Luvira; Saranath Lawpoolsri; Archin Songthap; Watcharapong Piyaphanee; Wiwat Chancharoenthana; Sant Muangnoicharoen; Punnee Pitisuttithum; Pornthep Chanthavanich; Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University; Naresuan University
    Background: International travel is among the leading impactful factors of COVID-19 transmission; thus, adequate knowledge, good attitude and good preventive practices toward COVID-19 for international travelers are particularly essential... neutral attitude and an overall moderate concern regarding the COVID-19 situation. Adequate preventive practices were determined by the average practice score 3.54 ± 0.38 (0 = never and 4 = always). The MRA revealed that the factors influencing good
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    Menstrual hygiene management knowledge, attitude and practice among school adolescent girls of Pema Gatshel district, Bhutan
    (Mahidol University. Mahidol University Library and Knowledge Center, 2022) Namgay, 1991-; Pannamas Maneekan; Suparat Phuanukoonnon; Suwalee Worakhunpiset
    showed that the mean age of the school adolescent girls was 16.3 ±1.41 years and the mean age of menarche was 12.31 ±2.17 years. The prevalence of good knowledge, positive attitude, good facility, and good practice were 87.9%, 49.6%, 42.5%, and 80... girls in providing effective hygiene strategies through the understanding of underlying factors toward achieving good hygiene practices. In addition, the report would inform policymakers on unmet menstrual needs to increase menstruation attention
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    A practical performance measurement system for home furniture delivery and assembly services : a case study of a multi-national company
    (Mahidol University. Mahidol University Library and Knowledge Center, 2024) Suratin Tunyaplin; Somchai Pathomsiri; Jirapan Liangrokapart ths; Ronnachai Sirovetnukul
    fee. This research has four objectives; i.e., 1) to study the characteristics of the HoFurDAS, 2) to develop a practical performance measurement system (PMS) for HoFurDAS, 3) to apply the developed PMS and 4) to provide suggestions for improving... focus group participants plus 30 Thai customers and 30 Indonesian customers to weigh their level of relevance on the scale of 0 ( absolutely not significant) to 10 (Absolutely significant) . Finally, the developed practical PMS was applied to assess
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    A policy of informed consent for biobanking in tropical disease research projects, using the delphi technique: Principles for good practice
    (2016-10-01) Tharisara Sakulthaew; Kanchana Rungsihirunrat; Gareth D.H. Turner; Chulalongkorn University; Mahidol University
    of clinical trial participants through principles of good practice for affiliates MORU.
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    Life skills development program to reduce bullying and to promote good practices among primary school students, Samut-Sakorn Province, Thailand
    (2010) Jarueyporn Suparp; Waraporn Boonyathan; Wirin Kittipichai; Kanitta Chamroonsawasdi; จรวยพร สุภาพ; วิริณธิ์ กิตติพิชัย; กนิษฐา จำรูญสวัสดิ์; Jarueyporn Suparp; Mahidol university. Faculty of Public Health. Department of Family Health
    The objectives of this study were to increase the mean scores of life skills component, to reduce bully behaviors and to increase good practices after the implementation of life skills development program in primary school children. A... and increased their good practices. As the result of this study suggest that school is a suitable place to conduct a life skill learning process to reduce bully behaviors and to increase good practices among primary school students. วัตถุประสงค์ของการวิจัยนี้