Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between pregnancy-specific distress and hair loss in women in their third trimester. Materials and Methods:This cross-sectional study included 138 pregnant women in their third trimester who attended the stanbul Medipol University Hospital Gynaecology and Obstetrics Clinics.Data were collected through a face-to-face interview using an information form (covering sociodemographic and obstetric history, and hair loss status) and the Tilburg Pregnancy Distress Scale.Results of hematologic and hormonal parameters measured during follow-up were also recorded.Results: Hair loss during pregnancy was reported by 41 participants (29.7%).Based on TPDS total scores, 17 women (12.3%) were classified as at-risk for distress, and 8 (5.8%) according to the Negative Affect (NA) subscale.Women reporting hair loss had higher TPDS total and subscale scores compared to those without hair loss.No significant differences were observed between hair loss and laboratory parameters, suggesting a potential independent role of distress.Number of pregnancies was positively correlated with PI scores (r=0.284,p=0.001), while age showed a negative correlation with NA scores (r=-0.184,p=0.03). Conclusion:Pregnant women who complain of hair loss should be screened for pregnancy-specific distress, even in the absence of laboratory abnormalities.Incorporating psychological assessment and support into routine prenatal care may reduce distress-related somatic complaints and improve maternal well-being.

Objectives: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common gastrointestinal condition that can impair quality of life and lead to complications.Research assistant physicians are especially at risk due to factors such as long working hours, high workload, irregular eating habits, and stress.This study aimed to assess the prevalence of GERD and its relationship with sleep quality among research assistant physicians. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study included 446 research assistant physicians working atSeluk University Faculty of Medicine Hospital between 2024 and 2025.Data were collected using a sociodemographic questionnaire, the Reflux Disease Questionnaire (RDQ), the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and body composition analysis via bioelectrical impedance (BIA).Only participants meeting the inclusion criteria and providing informed consent were included.Ethical approval was obtained. Results:The mean age was 28.82 years, with 43.9% male participants.GERD prevalence was found to be 42.6%.GERD was significantly associated with marital status, consumption of fatty and spicy foods, obesity, visceral fat, and poor sleep quality (p<0.05).Poor sleep quality was also linked to nighttime eating, light exposure at night, obesity, and shift work.Participants with GERD had significantly worse sleep quality (p<0.001). Conclusion: GERD and poor sleep quality are prevalent among research assistant physicians and are influenced by occupational and lifestyle factors.Preventive measures, early diagnosis, and improvements in working conditions and sleep hygiene should be emphasised in health policy planning.

Objectives: This study aimed to establish the connection between health literacy and the appropriate use of medications among individuals suffering from chronic diseases. Materials and Methods:This descriptive and correlational study examined individuals with at least one chronic disease who presented to family medicine units in the Bucak District of Trkiye.The required sample size was calculated at 95% confidence and a 5% margin of error, and 386 participants were needed.Ultimately, data were collected from 488 participants.Data were obtained using the 'Health Literacy Scale' and the ' Rational Use of Medicines Scale'.Results: A mean score of 35.895.38 was achieved on the rational use of medicines, indicating a moderate level of awareness.The mean Health Literacy Scale score was 104.66 15.49, indicating a high level of health literacy among participants.A test of the connection between health literacy and sensible drug use showed a strong link (r=0.60,p<.001).Health literacy and rational use of medicines scores differed significantly according to age, educational status, and occupation (p<.001). Conclusion:Increased health literacy among people with chronic diseases positively influences rational use of medicines behaviours.In this context, the implementation and dissemination of education programs and counselling services aimed at improving health literacy in primary healthcare settings are recommended to promote rational use of medicines, support treatment adherence, and reduce preventable medication-related problems.

Objectives: Pregnancy and postpartum are processes that open to complications, not only gynecological & obstetric but also psychiatric complications are quite risky during the first months.Untreated Postpartum Depression (PPD) is a condition that may lead to mortality.Our aim with this study was to detect the relationship between sociodemographic information, and hemoglobin levels of postpartum women, with PPD levels. Materials and Methods:This cross-sectional study was conducted with 250 women who were in their postpartum period and admitted to the Ankara City Hospital for 2 months.Volunteers were subjected to a sociodemographic characteristics survey, the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS), and their hemoglobin values were recorded. Results:The prevalence of PPD was found to be 22.8%.The risk of depression is higher in younger mothers (p=0.042).There was a significant relationship between a low educational level and depression scores (p=0.020).The depression risk groups exhibited statistically significant relationships concerning spousal support during (p=0.007)and after (p=0.009)pregnancy.The risk of PPD is lower in women who receive spousal support.The EPDS score increased as hemoglobin levels decreased (p<0.001,r=-0.266).Mothers without depression risk had higher average breastfeeding numbers than others (p<0.01). Conclusion:Young age, early marriage, lack of education associated with high EPDS scores, spousal support during pregnancy and postpartum, breastfeeding practices and frequency, and high hemoglobin levels were found to have significant relationships with low EPDS scores.

Objectives: This study examines the influence of digital health literacy on the adoption of healthy lifestyle behaviours among adults residing in the city of Ankara. Materials and Methods:A cross-sectional web-based survey was conducted among 414 adults aged 18-64 in Ankara, utilising validated scales for digital health literacy and healthy lifestyle behaviours.The data were analyzed for socio-demographic patterns, scale reliability, and regression to identify the relationships between digital health literacy and healthy lifestyle behaviours. Results:The mean score for the Healthy Lifestyle Behaviour Scale was 85.17 (11.54), with the highest scores observed for the 'Sleep' item and the lowest for the 'Personal Health Responsibility-II' item.The mean score for the Digital Health Literacy Scale was 2.86 (0.40), with the highest score for "Privacy Protection" and the lowest for "Credibility."The regression analysis revealed a positive and statistically significant relationship between digital health literacy and healthy lifestyle behaviours.In particular, the subdimensions "Information Seeking" ( = 0.150, p = 0.014) and "Privacy Protection" ( = 0.123, p = 0.019) had a significant impact. Conclusion:The results of this study indicate that individuals with higher levels of digital health literacy are more likely to adopt healthy lifestyle behaviours.Enhancing digital health literacy can empower individuals to adopt healthier habits, access reliable health information and effectively utilise digital health services, thereby improving public health outcomes.

Objectives: Adolescence is an important transition period and The World Health Organization (WHO) defines adolescence as the age between 10-19.Today, there are approximately 1.3 billion adolescents, 16% of the world's population.It is important for individuals in adolescence, a group that is difficult to reach in a society consisting of healthy individuals, to have their diseases or deficiencies detected early and to be examined at least once a year. Materials and Methods:The research was conducted cross-sectionally at Konya Karatay No: 09 Family Health Center.Sample selection was made in the study and it was conducted with 143 adolescents who applied to the family health unit.Results: 143 adolescents were examined within the scope of the research, 53.1% were male, and 58.0% were early adolescents.14.0% of the adolescents do not have a good home situation, 25.9% do not have a good education, and 36.4% do not do any activity.21.7% of those examined stated that their eating situation was poor.3.9% of adolescents are obese and all of them are boys.67.1% had tooth decay and 3.5% had eye refraction problems.Of those examined, hemoglobin was found to be low in 35.7%, hematocrit in 28.7%, vitamin D in 14.0%, and vitamin B12 in 2.1%. Conclusion:School health services and periodic monitoring of adolescents are important in helping individuals acquire positive health behaviors, thus improving the health of society.The role of parents, teachers, and school administrators is important, as well as health professionals multidisciplinary and multisectoral.

Objectives: An individual's personality affects many choices in their life, as well as their choice of profession and specialty.The aim of this study is to examine the effect of physicians' personality type on their preference for specialization in medicine. Materials and Methods:This research was designed as a cross-sectional study.In this study, sample selection was made from all the residents undergoing specialty training at Ankara City Hospital by stratified sampling method, based on the number of residents in internal medicine, surgery, and basic sciences.A personal data collection form was used as a data collection tool and the "Tatan Personality Type Inventory" was used to determine personality type.Results: According to the personality type scale, most of the participants were identified as the 'helper' personality type.While there was no significant relationship in the comparison of the three major branches according to personality type, a significant difference was found in the double comparison of internal and surgical sciences.According to this result, it was determined that most of the "achiever" and "challenger" type physicians were in surgical departments. Conclusion:Personality models can be used as a tool for specialty selection by medical students and physicians.Therefore, personality-type education could be incorporated into the medical curriculum.This would allow medical students to recognize their traits during their education and make more informed choices regarding their specialty.

Objectives: Our study aimed to evaluate the awareness levels of university students about the harmful effects of blue light and protection methods.

Objectives: Refugees remain among the most vulnerable groups regarding access to family planning services due to language barriers, lack of social support, and family planning services being left behind in crisis intervention programs.We aimed to evaluate the awareness of adult Syrian women regarding family planning. Materials and Methods:This cross-sectional study was conducted on adult Syrian women who applied to Immigrant Health Centers (IHC) in September 2022.The sample size was calculated as 357 (95%confidence interval, 5% margin of error, and 50% frequency of not using family planning).A questionnaire designed by investigators, translated into Arabic, was applied to the participants.The Chi-Square Test was used to analyze the nominal data, and logistic regression analysis was performed. Results:The ages of participants ranged from 18-65, with a mean of 30.9±9.3 and a median of 29.The frequency of using a Family Planning Method (FPM) was 40.3% (n=146).The frequency of using FPM was found to be lower in women younger than 25 years old and primary school graduates (p<0.05 for each).The age of marriage was between 13-35, and 40.3% of the women (n=146) were married under 18 years old.It was determined that 343 (94.8%) of the participants were pregnant at least once, 157 (45.8%) of the pregnant women had at least one miscarriage, and 18 of the participants (%63.6)experienced an unplanned pregnancy.Those who have information on FPM (Chi-square= 17.721; p<0.001) and those who received counseling services regarding FPM (Chi-square=13.362;p<0.001) were found to have a higher frequency of FPM usage. Conclusion:We found that those with higher education levels and those who had received counseling regarding FPM had a higher frequency of using an FPM.Therefore, consultancy services should be expanded according to the education level of immigrants.