1.Contraceptive Use and Impact Factors among Reproductive-age Urban Women Seeking Abortions in Kunming
Xiangjing SONG ; Rong LIAO ; Hanfeng YE ; Zhuojun ZHOU ; Xunyang PAN ; Ruiyu PENG ; Jie ZHOU
Journal of Kunming Medical University 2013;(9):13-15
Objective To determine the situation of contraceptive use and impact factors among reproductive-age women seeking abortion in Kunming which was in the southwest of China in order to provide information for improving contraceptive use. Methods A hospital-based study was conducted among 397 women of reproductive age, seeking abortion in hospitals of different levels in Kunming from June 2011 to December 2011. They were face to face interviewed by the trained investigators with the questionnaires. Results Among 397 women, 229 cases (57.7%) had experienced induced abortion. Abortion accounted for 61.7% of married women, and unmarried accounted for 39.3%. About 36.3%never used any contraceptives, and only 21.4%of respondents used contraceptives at every intercourse. The main contraceptive before this pregnancy was condom (68.9%) . The use of contraceptives was mainly decided by couple (73.4%) . Multivariate logistic regression analysis indicated that respondents' age, educational level and access to contraceptives in hospital were associated with the use of contraceptive. Conclusion Premarital pregnancy and low rate of contraception are the main reason for induced abortion. Fewer reproductive-age women seeking abortion use contraceptives. It is necessary to increase their awareness of contraception and abortion related knowledge, provide feasible contraceptive to enable women to avoid unwilling pregnancy. Further more, it is important to promote male involvement in contraception.
2.Research on the focus of ethical governance in the field of artificial intelligence in medicine
Zhuojun YE ; Yanli SHEN ; Xiao JIANG ; Huiyun YUAN
Chinese Medical Ethics 2024;37(1):39-44
Objective:To explore the focus of ethical governance in the field of artificial intelligence(Al)in medicine.Methods:By comprehensively reviewing relevant literature to compare the relevant laws and regulations of the field of AI in medicine between China and foreign countries,analyze the governance focus of potential ethical issues,and propose the corresponding governance strategies.Results:At present,the laws,regulations,and regulatory systems related to the field of AI in medicine in China need to be improved.The emphasis of ethical governance should focus on core issues such as protecting privacy rights,ensuring the transparency and fairness of algorithms,clarifying the demarcation and allocation of responsibilities,and clarifying public perceptions and attitudes.Conclusion:The government and all sectors of society should actively learn from international legislative experience,and build an omnidirectional and multi-level ethical governance system from the aspects of policy formulation,legal framework,scientific research,and technological research and development by strengthening top-level design,improving policies and regulations,attaching importance to public feedback,and strengthening interdisciplinary cooperation.
3.The Practical Basis and Scientific Connotation of the Great Anti-epidemic Spirit: Taking Dr. Zha’s Diary of Fighting the COVID-19 as an Example
Shulei FAN ; Yanli SHEN ; Xiao JIANG ; Zhuojun YE ; Huiyun YUAN
Chinese Medical Ethics 2023;36(7):815-818
The great anti-epidemic spirit is a magic weapon for the Chinese people to fight against the COVID-19. Taking the Dr. Zha’s Diary of Fighting the COVID-19 as an example to explore the practical basis and scientific connotation of the great anti-epidemic spirit is of great significance for telling Chinese stories and transmitting Chinese spirit. The anti-epidemic experience described in the book reflects the professional qualities of medical staff who are people-oriented and life first in the fight against the epidemic, the overall view of respecting science and precise prevention and control by various forces in society, and the overall pattern of national unity and shared destiny in China, vividly interprets the precious connotation of the new era medical and health professional spirit.