1.Impact of height-desk-chair matching intervention on viewing distance of primary school students
ZHANG Yaxin*, YAO Yuan, FENG Mian, WU Yuxuan, CHEN Guoping, TAO Fangbiao, XU Shaojun
Chinese Journal of School Health 2026;47(1):51-54
Objective:
To compare the effects of height-desk-chair matching on the viewing distance of primary school students before and after intervention, so as to provide scientific basis for the hygiene management of desks and chairs.
Methods:
From April to June 2025, a random cluster sampling method was used to select 141 third grade students from three classes equipped with adjustable desks and chairs in a primary school in Hefei City for a height-desk-chair matching intervention study. The height of students desks and chairs was adjusted according to the standard height and height range specified in the Functional Sizes and Technical Requirements of Chairs and Tables for Educational Institutions (GB/T 3976-2014), with an intervention period of one week. Before and after the intervention, eye use data were measured by using the electronic smart device "Cloud Clip", while collecting data on vision data viewing distance, time spent using eyes at close range and outdoor time, desk and chair height, and physical examination. Linear regression analysis was used to investigate the factors related to viewing distance before the intervention of height-desk-chair matching, and a paired t-test was used to analyze the difference in viewing distance before and after the intervention. A mixed effects model was used to explore the effect of height desk and chair adaptation intervention on viewing distance.
Results:
The compliance rates for desk and chair adjustments before and after the intervention were 1.4% and 18.4%, respectively, with a statistically significant difference ( χ 2=22.84, P <0.01). The viewing distance increased from (30.48±5.01) cm before intervention to (32.06±5.75) cm post intervention, with a statistically significant difference ( t=4.57, P <0.01). The proportion of students meeting the viewing distance standard increased from 33.3% to 51.1%. The linear mixedeffects model results indicated that the association between height appropriate desk and chair interventions and viewing distance was statistically significant, regardless of whether covariates such as time spent using eyes at close range and outdoor time were adjusted ( β=-1.58, 95%CI = -2.25 to -0.91; β=-1.14, 95%CI =-1.85 to -0.43, both P <0.05).
Conclusion
Height adjusted desks and chairs, which can effectively increase the viewing distance for primary school students, has positive implications for improving healthy eye care behaviors among children and adolescents.
2.Investigation on the microclimate of primary and secondary school classrooms in five provinces and municipalities of China in winter
Chinese Journal of School Health 2026;47(2):158-162
Objective:
To understand the microclimate in primary and secondary school classrooms for the study period during the winter heating season, so as to provide a reference for the revision and improvement of relevant health standards.
Methods:
In December 2024, stratified random sampling was used to select 30 primary and secondary schools and 180 classrooms from the northern regions with centralized heating (Liaoning Province, Tianjin City) and the southern regions without centralized heating (Shanghai City, Anhui Province, and Jiangxi Province). Indoor temperature, relative humidity, wind speed, CO 2 and other indicators were measured on site. Variance analysis, t-test, Mann-Whitney U test and Kruskal-Wallis H test were used to analyze the differences in the microclimate of classrooms among regions and urban and rural differences.
Results:
The average temperature in the middle of the classrooms tested on site was (16.47±4.72)℃, and the variance analysis showed that the difference between the regions was statistically significant ( F=27.80, P <0.01). Among them, Tianjin had the highest average temperature of (20.43± 2.12 )℃, followed by Liaoning (19.03±2.23)℃, Shanghai (15.33±5.32)℃, Anhui (12.79±1.74)℃, and Jiangxi (11.69± 1.68 )℃. Horizontal temperature difference was 0.90 (0.50, 1.60)℃, the vertical temperature difference was 0.20 (0.10,0.60)℃, the average relative humidity was (44.39±16.16)%, the wind speed was 0.03(0.01,0.11)m/s, and the differences among different provinces and cities were statistically significant ( H/F =40.62, 82.69, 95.06, 55.28, all P <0.01). The average CO 2 volume concentration in urban areas of Tianjin, Liaoning, and Shanghai was 0.21(0.16,0.30)%, and there was no statistically significant difference ( H=4.65, P =0.10). There were grade differences in relative humidity ( F =3.71, 6.21) and CO 2 ( H =14.72, 12.92) in the north and the south (all P <0.05). In addition, the temperature, relative humidity, wind speed and CO 2 in the middle of the classroom were 42.8%, 67.8%, 100.0% and 22.2% respectively.
Conclusions
The temperature in the middle of the classroom in the non centralized heating area is lower than the standard, the relative humidity of classroom in the centralized heating area is lower than the standard,and the CO 2 in the classroom in winter is lower than the standard. It is recommended to install heating facilities in schools with low temperatures to increase the temperature and increase the frequency of ventilation in classrooms or adopt mechanical ventilation strategies to reduce CO 2 volume concentration.
3.Prevalence and associated factors analysis of the co-occurrence of elevated blood pressure and depressive symptoms among junior and senior high school students in Anhui Province
WANG Yuting, CHEN Guoping, WU Jing, ZHANG Yukun, YANG Yang, MEI Xuenong
Chinese Journal of School Health 2026;47(4):584-588
Objective:
To investigate the prevalence and influencing factors of the co-occurrence of elevated blood pressure and depressive symptoms among junior and senior high school students in Anhui Province, so as to provide evidence for comprehensive interventions on physical and mental health among adolescents.
Methods:
From September to December 2024, a multi stage random cluster sampling method was used to select 103 225 junior and senior high school students from 16 prefecture level cities in Anhui Province. Data were collected through questionnaire surveys and physical measurements. Elevated blood pressure was determined according to the Reference of Screening for Elevated Blood Pressure among Children and Adolescents Aged 7-18 Years. Depressive symptoms among middle school students were assessed using the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale (CES-D). Chi-square test, Chi-square test for trend, and multivariate Logistic regression model were used to analyze the risk factors for the co-occurrence of elevated blood pressure and depressive symptoms.
Results:
The detection rate of elevated blood pressure was 15.22%, the detection rate of depressive symptoms was 18.56%, and the co-occurrence rate of the two conditions was 2.67% among junior and senior high school students. Multivariate Logistic regression analysis showed that after controlling for gender, school stage, household registration, and overweight and obesity status,compared with those who don t drink sugary drink and eat fried food, and get enough sleep, sugar sweetened beverage intake <1 and ≥1 time/d( OR =1.28,1.61), fried food consumption ≥1 time/d( OR =1.37), and insufficient sleep ( OR =1.54) were all associated with an increased risk of the co-occurrence of elevated blood pressure and depressive symptoms(all P <0.05). Daily fresh vegetable intake ≥1 time/d( OR =0.78) and fresh fruit intake ≥1 time/d( OR =0.85) were both associated with a decreased risk of the co-occurrence(both P <0.05). Compared with students who did not eat breakfast, students who ate breakfast sometimes and every day ( OR =0.62,0.36) had a lower co-occurrence risk(both P < 0.05). Junior and senior high school students with daily outdoor activity duration≥1 h ( OR =0.81) had a lower risk of the co-occurrence of elevated blood pressure and depressive symptoms ( P <0.05).
Conclusions
Sugar sweetened beverage drink and fried food consumption, inadequate consumption of fresh vegetables, fruits and breakfast, lack of outdoor activity, and insufficient sleep are risk factors for the co-occurrence of elevated blood pressure and depressive symptoms among junior and senior high school students in Anhui Province. It is necessary to establish school health promotion strategies integrating nutrition, exercise and sleep management as intervention targets to reduce the co-occurrence risk of elevated blood pressure and depressive symptoms among junior and senior high school students.
4.Knowledge, attitudes and practice regarding three major infectious diseases among freshmen in Jiangsu Province from 2019 to 2022
ZHANG Xiaolin, DU Guoping, CHEN Xiaoyan, LI Xiaoshan, WEI Yixuan, LI Yanhui, TAN Bingxin, YE Yuxiu
Chinese Journal of School Health 2025;46(2):205-209
Objective:
To understand the changing trends and related factors of knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) regarding the three major infectious diseases (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, tuberculosis, hepatitis B) among freshmen in Jiangsu from 2019 to 2022, so as to provide a reference basis for the health education of infectious diseases in schools.
Methods:
From 2019 to 2022, a total of 33 944 freshmen from 20 universities in Jiangsu Province were randomly selected for four consecutive years to investigate their KAP levels online through self designed questionnaires on three major infectious diseases. The multiple linear regression model was used to analyze the changing trends of students KAP levels of the three major infectious diseases, and to explore the influencing factors of KAP.
Results:
From 2019 to 2022, the knowledge scores(18.0±3.1,18.4±3.2,18.7±3.2,18.8±3.2), related to the three major infectious diseases showed an upward trend ( F=436.50, P <0.01), and the positive attitude reporting rates were 81.77%, 81.46%, 82.68% and 81.74%, respectively. The reporting rates of positive practice were 80.11%, 79.25%, 79.08 % and 79.04%, respectively. Multiple linear regression showed that school type, parental education level, mother s occupation, average income per person in family and living arrangements during high school all had an impact on the knowledge ( β = -1.510 -0.559), attitudes ( β =-0.043-0.065) and practice ( β =-0.028-0.027) of the three major infectious diseases ( P < 0.05 ). The family residence areas only affected the reporting rate of positive attitude scores ( β =0.002-0.065), and whether only children or not affected the reporting rate of positive practice scores ( β =0.009)( P <0.05). The knowledge score showed an upward trend ( β= 0.297, P <0.01), the positive attitude reporting rate showed no statistically significant change ( β=0.001, P =0.22), and the positive practice reporting rate showed a downward trend ( β=-0.005, P <0.01).
Conclusions
Freshman in Jiangsu Province from 2019 to 2022 have shown a separation in KAP scores regarding the three major infectious diseases. Targeted measures should be taken to improve their health practice level.
5.Association of participation in non-sports extracurricular tutoring classes with screening myopia and axial length among primary school students
Chinese Journal of School Health 2025;46(11):1544-1548
Objective:
To analyze the association of participation in non-sports extracurricular tutoring classes with the prevalence of screening myopia, axial length (AL) and axial length to corneal radius ratio (AL/CR) among primary school students, so as to provide evidences for formulating myopia prevention and control policies.
Methods:
In December 2024, combination of convenience and cluster sampling method was used to select 2 273 students from two primary schools in Hefei City, Anhui Province. Ophthalmic examinations and questionnaire surveys were conducted to obtain information on myopia, AL, AL/CR and participation in various types of extracurricular tutoring. A binary Logistic regression model was used to analyze the association between non-sports tutoring and screening myopia, and multiple linear regression models were used to examine the associations between non-sports tutoring and AL and AL/CR.
Results:
Among the surveyed students, the participation rate in non-sports extracurricular tutoring classes was 64.9% , and the overall prevalence of screening myopia was 39.1%. The average AL and AL/CR were (23.60± 1.01 ) mm and (3.00±0.12), respectively. Univariate analysis showed that students who attended non-sports, music, or academic tutoring classes for ≥2 h per week had higher risks of screening myopia and greater AL/CR values than non-participants (screening myopia: OR =1.38, 1.82, 1.55; AL/CR: β =0.01, 0.03, 0.03; all P <0.05). After adjusting for sex, grade, and participation in sports tutoring, multivariate analysis indicated that participation in non-sports and musical instrument tutoring classes for ≥2 h per week remained significantly associated with higher risks of screening myopia ( OR =1.26, 1.49, both P <0.05). Multiple linear regression showed that participation in musical instrument tutoring for ≥2 h per week was positively correlated with AL ( β=0.14, P < 0.05).
Conclusions
Participation in non-sports extracurricular tutoring is common among primary school students. Attending non-sports tutoring classes for ≥2 h per week increases the risk of screening myopia.
6.Research advances in the role of gut microbiota in radiotherapy sensitivity and radiation-induced injury
Xu CHENG ; Moli CHEN ; Guoping ZHAO ; Hongzhi WANG
Chinese Journal of Radiological Medicine and Protection 2025;45(3):243-248
Radiotherapy remains one of the primary therapeutic modalities for various cancers. However, individual heterogeneity exists in treatment outcomes and adverse reactions. In recent years, the interaction between the gut microbiota and radiotherapy has garnered increasing attention. The gut microbiota plays a crucial role in modulating host immune responses, maintaining intestinal barrier integrity, and participating in metabolic processes, thereby influencing both the efficacy and tolerance of radiotherapy. Modulating gut microbiota composition through probiotics, antibiotics, or dietary interventions may reduce the toxic side effects induced by radiotherapy, thereby enhancing therapeutic outcomes. Despite numerous challenges in mechanistic studies and clinical application, current research has shed light on cancer therapies. This review emphasizes the significant role of gut microbiota in radiotherapy, impacting treatment outcomes and patients’ tolerance and quality of life. Future research should further explore the links between microbiota regulation and optimization of radiotherapy outcomes, with the prospect of translating these strategies into clinical practice to provide more personalized treatment options for patients.
7.Investigation of the quality standard of pharmaceutical excipient sucrose palmitate
Lijuan SHEN ; Lingli QIAN ; Guoping JIANG ; Yanyue YE ; Liwei GONG ; Cui CHENG ; Mingyan CHEN
Drug Standards of China 2025;26(5):521-526
Objective:To revise and enlarge the specification of pharmaceutical excipient sucrose palmitate.Methods:Reference to JP2018,USP-NF 2023,EP1 1.0,Chinese Pharmacopoeia 2020 edition of the four general rules and the first supplement of sucrose stearate pharmacopoeia standards and other relevant requirements for standard research.Results:According to the quality of the product and the actual application in the formulation,the quality standards for the pharmaceutical excipient sucrose palmitate will be studied.At present,the quality standard of sucrose palmitate for pharmaceutical excipients has been disclosed.Conclusion:The established stand-ard will provide the quality guarantee for the application of sucrose palmitate in medicines.
8.Promotion and implementation of respiratory syncytial virus monoclonal antibody in vaccination clinics in Tianjin City
Yaxing DING ; Sen WANG ; Zhigang GAO ; Wei CHEN ; Xiaoyan LUO ; Guoping ZHANG ; Ying ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2025;59(2):260-262
Acute lower respiratory infections in infants and young children, caused by respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), represent a significant global public health challenge, characterized by a substantial disease burden. During the winter and spring seasons, various respiratory viruses tend to co-circulate, leading to increased pressure on pediatric healthcare services due to heightened rates of visits and hospitalizations. Currently, there is no approved RSV vaccine available for children worldwide; however, the development and application of long-acting monoclonal antibodies present a promising avenue for the prevention of RSV in this vulnerable population. In June 2024, Tianjin released"Guidelines for the monoclonal antibody of respiratory syncytial virus in Tianjin (2024 version)", which outlines the promotion of monoclonal antibody administration in vaccination clinics throughout the region. The objective of this paper is to provide reference information that may assist in the formulation and implementation of a national RSV immunization strategy.
9.Preliminary establishment of reference intervals for 12 cytokines in adult plasma by multiplex bead-based flow fluorescent immunoassay
Xinyu WANG ; Xing CHENG ; Lu ZHENG ; Yue ZHANG ; Yuting MA ; Guoping NIU ; Feng GU ; Yongqiang CHEN
Chinese Journal of Immunology 2025;41(5):1202-1207
Objective:To establish the reference interval of 12 types of cytokines(IL-1β,IL-2,IL-4,IL-5,IL-6,IL-8,IL-10,IL-12p70,IL-17,IFN-γ,IFN-α,TNF-α)in adult plasma based on multiple microsphere flow immunofluorescence(MBFFI).Methods:A total of 140 healthy adult patients who were examined at Xuzhou Central Hospital between January 2022 and December 2023 were included in the study.Plasma cytokine levels were detected and reference intervals were established by the flow cytometer and the assay kits produced by Qingdao Raisecare Biotechnology Co.,Ltd and Jiangsu BioPredia Biotechnology Co.,Ltd.Results:All of the cytokines exhibited a non-normal distribution,and there was a discrepancy in the 95%reference interval between the two re-agents.The reference intervals for the 12 cytokine kits produced by Qingdao Raisecare Biotechnology Co.,Ltd.were as follows:IFN-α:<4.91 pg/ml,IL-12 p70:<1.95 pg/ml,IL-5:<12.72 pg/ml,IL-8:<60.68 pg/ml,IL-1β:<27.67 pg/ml,IL-2:<5.01 pg/ml,IL-4:<1.22 pg/ml,IL-6:<6.11 pg/ml,TNF-α:<2.92 pg/ml,IL-17:<10.27 pg/ml,IL-10:<6.88 pg/ml,IFN-γ:<17.68 pg/ml.The reference intervals of the 12 cytokines produced by Jiangsu BioPredia Biotechnology Co.,Ltd.were as follows:IFN-α:<4.05 pg/ml,IL-12 p70:<7.33 pg/ml,IL-5:<7.80 pg/ml,IL-8:<13.24 pg/ml,IL-1β:<19.24 pg/ml,IL-2:<2.42 pg/ml,IL-4:<0.99 pg/ml,IL-6:<2.10 pg/ml,TNF-α:<0.87 pg/ml,IL-17:<1.42 pg/ml,IL-10:<1.10 pg/ml,IFN-γ:<1.34 pg/ml.Conclusion:In this study,the ref-erence range of two reagents for the detection of 12 kinds of cytokines in plasma of healthy adults is established by MBFFI,which pro-vides a valuable reference for the diagnosis and treatment of clinical-related diseases.
10.Multicenter survey on the current status of pediatric life support training
Xin QIAN ; Xiaodi CAI ; Quan WANG ; Meifang LIN ; Qian WANG ; Tingting XUE ; Biru LI ; Quelan HUANG ; Yi WANG ; Yunxia HONG ; Zhixu CHEN ; Guoping LU ; Ye CHENG ; Hongyang HU
Chinese Pediatric Emergency Medicine 2025;32(11):827-831
Objective:To investigate the current status and challenges of pediatric life support training in China and provide references for improving training quality.Methods:A cross-sectional study was conducted to collect data from pediatric life support training centers across the country,covering basic institutional information,training capacity and training faculty,training program funding,as well as existing challenges and issues.The domestic registry of training centers in 2023 was obtained through the American Heart Association's online platform.After contacting and verifying each center,an online questionnaire was distributed,and the aggregated data were statistically analyzed.Results:A total of 42 institutions participated in the survey,including 19 children's hospitals,14 general hospitals,6 maternal and child health hospitals,2 women and children’s hospitals,and 1 training institution.The distribution of training centers showed a concentration in coastal areas,with the top three provinces/municipalities being Guangdong(7/42,16.7%),Zhejiang(6/42,14.3%),and Shanghai(4/42,9.5%).As of December 31 2023,the 42 institutions had an annual basic life support(BLS)training volume of 8 587 individuals,the median was 120 (100,200),and an annual pediatric advanced life support(PALS)training volume of 2 448 individuals,the median was 30 (20,50).Among the 42 institutions,there were 598 BLS instructors and 306 PALS instructors.Among the surveyed institutions,24(24/42,57.1%)reported BLS instructor teams comprising fewer than 10 members,and 33(33/42,78.6%)reported PALS instructor teams comprising fewer than 10.Only 7 centers(7/42,16.7%)reported having dedicated funding support.The top three challenges were:training sessions occupying instructors’personal time(27/42,64.3%),low instructor compensation(16/42,38.1%),and issues with the data submission system(16/42,38.1%).Conclusion:Pediatric life support training centers in China are primarily children’s hospitals,with a geographical concentration in coastal areas,which is also reflected in the distribution of training scale and instructor resources.Most centers have relatively small training scales and limited instructor capacity,with many instructors conducting training during their personal time.These issues may hinder the implementation and effectiveness of training programs.


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