Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) are acknowledged as key drivers in realizing health-related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The University of the Philippines Manila, College of Public Health (UP CPH) together with the Asia-Pacific Academic Consortium for Public Health (APACPH), hosted the 53rd APACPH International Conference last 21-23 September 2022. The conference discussed current issues relating to the attainment of SDGs and promoted collaboration of leading academic institutions and other stakeholders in addressing various public health challenges. The conference revolved around the challenges and opportunities in attaining health-related SDGs, and the good practices and roles of HEIs in addressing health disparities. The lack of certificati on framework of public health tertiary programs, pedagogy and infrastructure, and ambiguous roles and network of public health professionals were discussed. The conference served as a platform for discussing potential resolutions and ways forward in addressing these challenges. Opportunities for improvement such as updating of policies and curricula, strengthening of internship and community engagement programs, establishment of capacity-building partnerships and programs, and developing multidisciplinary-competent faculty and students were identified. This paper providesthe highlights of the conference focusing on the good practices and roles of HEIs in addressing health disparities, the impact of COVID-19 pandemic, and other issues and challenges in attaining SDGs.

Human ; Sustainable Development ; Sustainable Development Goals ; Public Health

INTRODUCTION

Brain death occurs in patients who suffer from severe brain injuries, leading to coma, loss of brainstem reflexes, and apnea. Research indicates that misdiagnosis of brain death often arises from insufficient adherence to established guidelines. This study aims to evaluate and identify any significant variations in physicians' knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding brain death and organ donation.

METHODOLOGY

This cross-sectional study was conducted among physicians using random sampling. The questionnaire was validated prior to distribution. After obtaining informed consent, participants completed the questionnaire. Data analysis involved the use of frequency and distribution tables, as well as analysis of variance and multivariate analysis of variance.

RESULTS

A total of 113 participants were involved in the study. While years of experience and position influenced knowledge, field of specialization did not show a significant effect. Overall, attitudes remained consistent across different levels of experience and positions. The data revealed a notable lack of training and institutional resources. Although there were some differences in practices, they were not statistically significant.

CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION

Significant differences in knowledge were observed based on years of practice. However, no significant differences were found in attitudes and practices, despite variations in responses. Regular seminars and workshops are crucial for staying updated with the latest guidelines. Additionally, it is important to ensure that local guidelines are readily accessible to the broader medical community.

Human ; Brain Death ; Organ Donation ; Tissue And Organ Procurement ; Knowledge ; Attitude

Introduction: Dizziness is a common symptom experienced by patients undergoing hemodialysis. There have been some studies that show inhalation aromatherapy to be a simple and non-invasive way in reducing several symptoms including nausea and vomiting. This study aimed to determine if the use of key lime oil inhalation aromatherapy is effective as an adjunct to nursing interventions in reducing the duration of dizziness experienced by patients during hemodialysis. Methods : This was a randomized, placebo-controlled trial which assessed the efficacy of key lime oil inhalation aromatherapy in the relief of dizziness. The participants were asked to rate their dizziness using the Modified Borg Rating Scale for Dizziness before and after intervention and were timed until the dizziness was completely relieved. Results : The key lime inhalation aromatherapy and control groups were comparable, including their bast!ine dizziness ratings. Key lime inhalation aromatherapy alleviated dizziness in a significantly shorter time (4.8 vs 22.7 minutes, p = 0.03). Conclusion Key lime inhalation aromatherapy is effective as an adjunct treatment for dizziness experienced by patients during hemodialysis.
Renal Dialysis ; Dizziness