Journal of Health Research: Volume 33 Issue 5 , Open Access

Final orientation for new graduates on the highest attainable standard of health

Samlee Plianbangchang

The purpose of this paper is to discuss the importance of taking responsibility for our own self-care as fundamental to achieving optimum healthcare at all levels: family…

Effectiveness of a smoking cessation program on self-esteem, attitude, perception, and practice regarding control over smoking among male high school

Niyom Junnual, Chulaporn Sota, Anun Chaikoolvatana

The smoking rate of male high school students continues to increase. Therefore, the purpose of this paper is to examine the effectiveness of a smoking cessation program on…

Operator exposure to spray deposits using various application techniques in paddy fields

Pruetthichat Punyawattoe

The safety of operators handling pesticides is still one of the main problems facing Thai agricultural workers. The purpose of this paper is to study the safety of farmers and the…

The potential for civic engagement of older persons in the ageing society of Thailand

Kanchana Tangchonlatip, Aphichat Chamratrithirong, Aksarapak Lucktong

Several studies revealed the importance of older persons’ contribution to society. The enhancement of their potential to engage in civic activities should be encouraged. The…

Characteristics of water containers influencing the presence of Aedes immatures in an ecotourism area of Bang Kachao Riverbend, Thailand

Pathavee Waewwab, Sungsit Sungvornyothin, Kamolnetr Okanurak, Ngamphol Soonthornworasiri, Rutcharin Potiwat, Chadchalerm Raksakoon

The purpose of this paper is to investigate the influence of breeding containers on the production of Aedes mosquitoes after a vector-control program in households that might…

Estimation of expected years of life lost for patients with ischemic stroke and intracerebral hemorrhage

Nipaporn Butsing, Mathuros Tipayamongkholgul, Disya Ratanakorn

The purpose of this paper is to estimate the mean life expectancy (LE) and the expected years of life lost (EYLL) for ischemic stroke and intracerebral hemorrhage.

Effect of the motivation program to quit smoking in Royal Thai Air Force officers with non-communicable disease risks

Jatuporn Chalermrueangrong, Sunida Preechawong

The purpose of this paper is to compare the outcome of a smoking cessation program based on the protection motivation theory and a brief intervention among Royal Thai Air Force…

Quality of asthma care at a university-based primary care clinic in Malaysia: An audit of process, structure and outcomes

Hizlinda Tohid, Sheen Dee Ng, Anis Azmi, Nur Farah Adrina Nur Hamidi, Syahirah Samsuri, Amir Hazman Kamarudin, Khairani Omar

The quality of asthma care may be affected if asthma management is overlooked, thus needing frequent clinical audits to identify areas for improvement. The purpose of this paper…