https://jmlph.net/index.php/jmlph/issue/feed 2024-08-30T01:22:59-07:00 Ms. Nebghouha Sidielemine Editorial.Board@JMLPH.net Open Journal Systems <p><em>The</em> Journal <em>of</em> Medicine, Law <em>&amp;</em> Public Health (JMLPH) is an interdisciplinary publication that explores the intersection of medical practice, legal considerations, and public health policy. It aims to serve as a platform for professionals and academics from various fields to discuss and disseminate research findings, legal analysis, and policy discussions that impact health outcomes and healthcare delivery. The journal publishes a range of content, including original research, review articles, case studies, and commentaries, all of which undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure high-quality and relevant contributions to the literature. JMLPH is designed for a diverse readership, including healthcare providers, legal experts, public health practitioners, researchers, and policymakers. Through its publications, JMLPH seeks to inform and influence practice and policy, promote multidisciplinary collaboration, and encourage the integration of health, law, and public health principles in addressing contemporary health issues</p> https://jmlph.net/index.php/jmlph/article/view/136 2024-06-08T19:58:35-07:00 Muteb Eid Almutairi Drmualmutairi@gmail.com Abdullah Fhaid Alharbi Abdullahfhaidalharbi@gmail.com Khalid Owaidh Almutairi Khalid.UCM@gmail.com Sultan Eissa Alharbi SultanEissa3@gmail.com Ahmed Alsuliamani ahmed.alsulaimani95@gmail.com Faisal Nasser Aljuraisi aljraisy@gmail.com Rizq Badawi rizqbadwi@gmail.com Adel Korairi Dr.korairi@gmail.com

<p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Background:</strong> Road traffic accidents (RTA) account for 4.7% of all deaths in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), with rates ranging from 17.4 to 24 per 100,000 people over the past decade. This study aims to enhance community engagement and understanding of bleeding control methods to empower effective responses to bleeding in accident scenarios.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Method:</strong> This observational cross-sectional study evaluated the knowledge and willingness of the community to engage in bleeding control in the setting of medical emergencies. The study population was comprised of adults in Saudi Arabia who were over the age of 17 at the time of the research.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Results:</strong> A total of 392 participants took part in the research. Of these, 66.3% (n = 260) were willing to assist a stranger bleeding as a result of a motor vehicle accident. There was no <br />significant gender difference among those with past experiences of assisting someone after an accident. Only 15.5% (n = 61) had certified training, while the majority (77%, n = 47) held bachelor's degrees. Interest in educational workshops on bleeding control was shown by 55.1% (n = 216), with 32% (n = 126) undecided. Regarding tourniquet use, 20.1% (n = 38) believed this to be safe.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Conclusion:</strong> This study highlighted the community's awareness of bleeding control and readiness to respond to bleeding situations after accidents. While more than half were likely to act, concerns about aggravating injuries, legal issues, and discomfort with blood were significant barriers, underscoring the need for public education and legal protection. Educational status, and particularly a bachelor's degree, was a stronger predictor of the likelihood to intervene than certified training. Significant knowledge gaps were noted with regard to tourniquet use, with few trusting their safety and many incorrectly applying them directly to the wound.</p>

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<p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Background:</strong> While maternal and child health care is a crucial component of every healthcare system, the burden on medical staff in caring for low-risk pregnant patients could be significantly alleviated by recruiting and maintaining a substantial number of midwives.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Objectives:</strong> This study aims to understand the perceptions of women recipients of antenatal services provided by midwife-led clinics (MLC).</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Method:</strong> The study utilised a phenomenological approach with semi-structured interviews to gather information from participants regarding their perceptions of the MLC.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Results:</strong> Participants in the survey were women (n=13) who attended the MLC, the majority being over 30 years of age and graduates. The participants believed that the clinic was essential, and felt at ease with the midwife and the services. Most expressed satisfaction with the health education offered by the clinic on the subject of prenatal care, nutrition, exercise, and breastfeeding.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Conclusion:</strong> The participants in this study preferred midwife-led clinics because they allowed for better communication, answered queries, and provided significant emotional support. The participants felt comfortable with the midwife, who created a forum for discussion and clarification of doubts.</p>

2024-08-30T00:00:00-07:00 Copyright (c) 2024 Diana Lalithabai, Faheema Alsomali, Khalid AlGhamdi, Waad ALZahrani