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Article ; Online: COVID-19 guidelines and its perceived effect on seafarers' health and wellbeing: A qualitative study.

Timilsina, Amit / Baygi, Fereshteh

2023 Volume 18, Issue 4, Page(s) e0284155

Abstract: Background: The COVID-19 pandemic and its guidelines have had a profound impact on the social life, health, and wellbeing of people around the world. Very little is known if the guidelines are put into action effectively by seafarers. Also, the effects ... ...

Abstract	Background: The COVID-19 pandemic and its guidelines have had a profound impact on the social life, health, and wellbeing of people around the world. Very little is known if the guidelines are put into action effectively by seafarers. Also, the effects of such guidelines on seafarers' health and wellbeing have not been studied so far. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the perceived effects of the COVID-19 guidelines on seafarers' health and wellbeing. Materials & methods: A qualitative research method was adopted using in-depth interviews. A total of 13 international male seafarers were interviewed until data saturation was achieved. Purposive sampling was used to recruit the respondents. The data was inductively coded using NVivo 12 and manifest content analysis was conducted. Results: Once seafarers had access to COVID-19 guidelines, seafarers followed the guideline as suggested by companies under the guidance of captain. The majority of the participants reported that available guidelines could decrease their stress and anxiety levels, while some reported that implementing the COVID-19 guidelines had no significant effect on their health and wellbeing. The results of this study also showed a delay in repatriation, which had an impact on the seafarers' mental health. Conclusion: The guidelines could not address seafarers' psychological needs to ensure their good health and wellbeing. Therefore, it is recommended that shipping companies address the mental health needs of seafarers during the COVID-19 pandemic and similar infectious diseases emerging in the future.
MeSH term(s)	Humans ; Male ; Pandemics ; COVID-19/epidemiology ; Ships ; Mental Health ; Qualitative Research
Language	English
Publishing date	2023-04-10
Publishing country	United States
Document type	Journal Article
ZDB-ID	2267670-3
ISSN	1932-6203 ; 1932-6203
ISSN (online)	1932-6203
ISSN	1932-6203
DOI	10.1371/journal.pone.0284155
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Article ; Online: COVID-19 guidelines and its perceived effect on seafarers' health and wellbeing

Amit Timilsina / Fereshteh Baygi

PLoS ONE, Vol 18, Iss 4, p e

A qualitative study.

2023 Volume 0284155

Abstract: Background The COVID-19 pandemic and its guidelines have had a profound impact on the social life, health, and wellbeing of people around the world. Very little is known if the guidelines are put into action effectively by seafarers. Also, the effects of ...

Abstract	Background The COVID-19 pandemic and its guidelines have had a profound impact on the social life, health, and wellbeing of people around the world. Very little is known if the guidelines are put into action effectively by seafarers. Also, the effects of such guidelines on seafarers' health and wellbeing have not been studied so far. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the perceived effects of the COVID-19 guidelines on seafarers' health and wellbeing. Materials & methods A qualitative research method was adopted using in-depth interviews. A total of 13 international male seafarers were interviewed until data saturation was achieved. Purposive sampling was used to recruit the respondents. The data was inductively coded using NVivo 12 and manifest content analysis was conducted. Results Once seafarers had access to COVID-19 guidelines, seafarers followed the guideline as suggested by companies under the guidance of captain. The majority of the participants reported that available guidelines could decrease their stress and anxiety levels, while some reported that implementing the COVID-19 guidelines had no significant effect on their health and wellbeing. The results of this study also showed a delay in repatriation, which had an impact on the seafarers' mental health. Conclusion The guidelines could not address seafarers' psychological needs to ensure their good health and wellbeing. Therefore, it is recommended that shipping companies address the mental health needs of seafarers during the COVID-19 pandemic and similar infectious diseases emerging in the future.
Keywords	Medicine ; R ; Science ; Q
Subject code	360
Language	English
Publishing date	2023-01-01T00:00:00Z
Publisher	Public Library of Science (PLoS)
Document type	Article ; Online
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Article ; Online: COVID-19 guidelines and its perceived effect on seafarers’ health and wellbeing

Amit Timilsina / Fereshteh Baygi

PLoS ONE, Vol 18, Iss

A qualitative study

2023 Volume 4

Abstract	Background The COVID-19 pandemic and its guidelines have had a profound impact on the social life, health, and wellbeing of people around the world. Very little is known if the guidelines are put into action effectively by seafarers. Also, the effects of such guidelines on seafarers’ health and wellbeing have not been studied so far. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the perceived effects of the COVID-19 guidelines on seafarers’ health and wellbeing. Materials & methods A qualitative research method was adopted using in-depth interviews. A total of 13 international male seafarers were interviewed until data saturation was achieved. Purposive sampling was used to recruit the respondents. The data was inductively coded using NVivo 12 and manifest content analysis was conducted. Results Once seafarers had access to COVID-19 guidelines, seafarers followed the guideline as suggested by companies under the guidance of captain. The majority of the participants reported that available guidelines could decrease their stress and anxiety levels, while some reported that implementing the COVID-19 guidelines had no significant effect on their health and wellbeing. The results of this study also showed a delay in repatriation, which had an impact on the seafarers’ mental health. Conclusion The guidelines could not address seafarers’ psychological needs to ensure their good health and wellbeing. Therefore, it is recommended that shipping companies address the mental health needs of seafarers during the COVID-19 pandemic and similar infectious diseases emerging in the future.
Keywords	Medicine ; R ; Science ; Q
Subject code	360
Language	English
Publishing date	2023-01-01T00:00:00Z
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Article ; Online: Healthy nutrition for seafarers during and after COVID-19 pandemic.

Baygi, Fereshteh / Mohammadi-Nasrabadi, Fatemeh / Zyriax, Birgit-Christiane / Heitmann, Berit Lilienthal

International maritime health

2022 Volume 73, Issue 1, Page(s) 56–57

MeSH term(s)	COVID-19 ; Diet, Healthy ; Humans ; Naval Medicine ; Pandemics ; Ships
Language	English
Publishing date	2022-04-02
Publishing country	Poland
Document type	Letter
ZDB-ID	2032821-7
ISSN	2081-3252 ; 1641-9251
ISSN (online)	2081-3252
ISSN	1641-9251
DOI	10.5603/IMH.2022.0008
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Article ; Online: Psychosocial issues and sleep quality among seafarers: a mixed methods study.

Baygi, Fereshteh / Shidfar, Farzad / Sheidaei, Ali / Farshad, Aliasghar / Mansourian, Morteza / Blome, Christine

BMC public health

2022 Volume 22, Issue 1, Page(s) 695

Abstract: Background: Seafarers, especially those working for a prolonged period of time, are exposed to a high number of social, psychological and physical stressors including irregular working hours.: Aim: This study aims to identify important aspects of ... ...

Abstract	Background: Seafarers, especially those working for a prolonged period of time, are exposed to a high number of social, psychological and physical stressors including irregular working hours. Aim: This study aims to identify important aspects of Asian seafarers' psychosocial wellbeing and quality of sleep that could affect safety and health of the seafarers in long voyage tankers. Methods: In this mixed method study, psychological health issues were investigated through semi-structured interviews with 17 Asian male seafarers. Participants were selected through purposive sampling. In the quantitative phase, 179 seafarers completed the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) on sleep quality. Results: From the interviews, three categories consisting of six themes emerged, including sleep abnormalities, inevitable stressors, and lack of social communication. The majority of the seafarers believed that their quality of sleep was affected by their physical work environment and by issues raised by their families. As reasons for stress at sea, they mentioned the nature of the occupation and the psychosocial work environment. Most participants pointed out that lack of social communications had adverse effects on both their work lives on board and their private lives at home. In the quantitative phase, the response rate was 81.4%. Mean PSQI index was 5.9 (SD 2.6 and range from 2 to 14). Sleep impairment was higher in academic than non-academic individuals (p < 0.001). Conclusion: Sleep abnormalities and lack of social communication should be considered as modifiable risk factors for seafarers' psychosocial well-being at sea.
MeSH term(s)	Humans ; Male ; Mental Health ; Ships ; Sleep ; Sleep Quality ; Workplace
Language	English
Publishing date	2022-04-09
Publishing country	England
Document type	Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
ZDB-ID	2041338-5
ISSN	1471-2458 ; 1471-2458
ISSN (online)	1471-2458
ISSN	1471-2458
DOI	10.1186/s12889-022-13154-4
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Article: The mental health status of offshore oil platform workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Baygi, Fereshteh / Mohammadian Khonsari, Nami / Seif, Ehsan / Asayesh, Hamid / Qorbani, Mostafa

Frontiers in psychiatry

2022 Volume 13, Page(s) 1009602

Abstract: Background: Previous studies indicated that offshore workers have a high level of work-related stress on an everyday basis. This study aims to assess the prevalence and determinants of mental health conditions in offshore oil platform workers during the ...

Abstract	Background: Previous studies indicated that offshore workers have a high level of work-related stress on an everyday basis. This study aims to assess the prevalence and determinants of mental health conditions in offshore oil platform workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: Workers of three oil and gas platforms were assessed in this cross-sectional study. Their mental status was evaluated by the Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD-8) questionnaire, and Depression Anxiety, Stress Scales (DASS) questionnaires. Furthermore, we assessed satisfaction with life (SWL) with a single question. Finally, multivariate logistic regression was used to determine the association of demographic and work-related variables with mental health outcomes. Results: Overall, 278 (Males:197, Females: 81) out of 315 invited workers with a mean age of 35.6 (SD: 7.2) years were included in this study using a random sampling method (participation rate: 88.2%). PTSD symptoms and Insomnia were observed in 9 (3.2%) and 138 (49.6%) of the participants, respectively. The prevalence of stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms were 72 (25.9%), 70 (24.6%), and 85 (30.5%), respectively. Based on multivariable (adjusted) logistic regression analysis, women had significantly higher odds of stress and anxiety than men; those with an academic education were significantly more dissatisfied with their lives than those without an academic education. Conclusion: Our findings revealed a high prevalence of anxiety, depressive symptoms, and stress among offshore oil platformers during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially in women. Indicating that women and those with a higher education level in the oil platform work settings are more susceptible to stressors.
Language	English
Publishing date	2022-10-11
Publishing country	Switzerland
Document type	Journal Article
ZDB-ID	2564218-2
ISSN	1664-0640
ISSN	1664-0640
DOI	10.3389/fpsyt.2022.1009602
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Article ; Online: Overview of oral health status and associated risk factors in maritime settings: An updated systematic review.

Nguyen, Tuan P A / Gautam, Sanju / Mahato, Sweta / Jensen, Olaf Chresten / Haghighian-Roudsari, Arezoo / Baygi, Fereshteh

PloS one

2023 Volume 18, Issue 10, Page(s) e0293118

Abstract: Objectives: The aim of this study is to provide an updated overview of the oral health status and associated risk factors in maritime settings.: Methods: We systematically searched PubMed, Ovid Embase, Web of Science, CINAHL and SCOPUS from January ... ...

Abstract	Objectives: The aim of this study is to provide an updated overview of the oral health status and associated risk factors in maritime settings. Methods: We systematically searched PubMed, Ovid Embase, Web of Science, CINAHL and SCOPUS from January 2010 to April 2023. Two independent reviewers extracted the data. The quality of included studies was assessed using relevant assessment tools. Results: A total of 260 records were found in the initial search; 24 articles met the inclusion criteria. Most studies had descriptive design, and only two randomized controlled trials were found. The main oral health issues noted are oral cancer, dental caries, periodontal diseases, oral mucosal lesions, and dental emergency. Male seafarers have higher risk of oral cancers in the tongue, lips, and oral cavity while oral mucosal lesions are more prevalent among fishermen. Conclusions: Dental caries and periodontal diseases are prevalent in both seafarers and fishermen. The consumption of tobacco, alcohol, fermentable carbohydrate, and poor oral hygiene are risk factors that affect the oral health status at sea. The occurrence of oral diseases in maritime setting requires more attention of researchers and authorities to develop strategies to tackle these issues. Trial registration: Systematic review registration number in PROSPERO: CRD42020168692.
MeSH term(s)	Male ; Humans ; Oral Health ; Dental Caries/epidemiology ; Dental Caries/etiology ; Periodontal Diseases/epidemiology ; Risk Factors ; Mouth Neoplasms ; Lip
Language	English
Publishing date	2023-10-18
Publishing country	United States
Document type	Systematic Review ; Journal Article
ZDB-ID	2267670-3
ISSN	1932-6203 ; 1932-6203
ISSN (online)	1932-6203
ISSN	1932-6203
DOI	10.1371/journal.pone.0293118
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Article ; Online: Association of normal weight obesity phenotype with inflammatory markers: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Mohammadian Khonsari, Nami / Baygi, Fereshteh / Tabatabaei-Malazy, Ozra / Mohammadpoor Nami, Sahar / Ehsani, Amir / Asadi, Sasan / Qorbani, Mostafa

Frontiers in immunology

2023 Volume 14, Page(s) 1044178

Abstract: Background: Individuals with normal weight could suffer from obesity based on their body fat percentage (also known as normal weight obesity (NWO)), thus being at risk of significant morbidity and mortality compared to the general population. It seems ... ...

Abstract	Background: Individuals with normal weight could suffer from obesity based on their body fat percentage (also known as normal weight obesity (NWO)), thus being at risk of significant morbidity and mortality compared to the general population. It seems that inflammatory pathways and chronic inflammation are significant contributors to the pathogenicity of NWO. This study aimed to assess and pool the association of proinflammatory and anti-inflammatory cytokines with NWO. Methods: In this systematic review and meta-analysis, online international databases (PubMed, Scopus, EMBASE, Web of Science, and Google Scholar) were searched until August 2022. All observational studies with an English full text comparing the mean levels of proinflammatory and anti-inflammatory cytokines (e.g., C-reactive protein (CRP), various types of interleukins (IL) s, tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF)) and white blood cell (WBC) count, in subjects with NWO and "normal weight non-obese (NWNO)" were included. Two researchers independently screened, reviewed and assessed the quality of included studies. The remaining articles' data were extracted post-screening. The heterogeneity between studies was assessed using the I Results: From the initial 559 studies, 21 and 19 were included in the qualitative and quantitative synthesis, respectively. In the systematic review, 8 studies reported a significant association between various proinflammatory cytokines (CRP, IL Conclusion: The findings of this study show that NWO was associated with high levels of CRP and IL6. Therefore, inflammatory pathways may play a role in the pathogenicity of NWO.
MeSH term(s)	Humans ; Interleukin-6/metabolism ; Obesity/epidemiology ; C-Reactive Protein/metabolism ; Phenotype ; Interleukins ; Cytokines ; Anti-Inflammatory Agents ; Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha/metabolism
Chemical Substances	Interleukin-6 ; C-Reactive Protein (9007-41-4) ; Interleukins ; Cytokines ; Anti-Inflammatory Agents ; Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha
Language	English
Publishing date	2023-02-27
Publishing country	Switzerland
Document type	Meta-Analysis ; Systematic Review ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
ZDB-ID	2606827-8
ISSN	1664-3224 ; 1664-3224
ISSN (online)	1664-3224
ISSN	1664-3224
DOI	10.3389/fimmu.2023.1044178
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Article ; Online: The effect of psychological interventions targeting overweight and obesity in school-aged children: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Baygi, Fereshteh / Djalalinia, Shirin / Qorbani, Mostafa / Larrabee Sonderlund, Anders / Kousgaard Andersen, Merethe Kirstine / Thilsing, Trine / Heitmann, Berit Lilienthal / Nielsen, Jesper Bo

BMC public health

2023 Volume 23, Issue 1, Page(s) 1478

Abstract: Background: Multi-component psychological interventions may mitigate overweight and obesity in children and adolescents. Evidence is, however, scattered on the effectiveness of such interventions. This study aims to review the available evidence on the ... ...

Abstract	Background: Multi-component psychological interventions may mitigate overweight and obesity in children and adolescents. Evidence is, however, scattered on the effectiveness of such interventions. This study aims to review the available evidence on the effectiveness of multi-component psychological interventions on anthropometric measures of school-aged children with overweight or obesity. Methods: We systematically searched international databases/search engines including PubMed and NLM Gateway (for MEDLINE), Web of Science, SCOPUS, and Google Scholar up to November 2022 for relevant articles pertaining to psychological weight-loss interventions targeting school-aged children. Two reviewers screened and extracted pertinent data. The quality of included studies was assessed using the Cochrane Risk of Bias Tool for Randomized Trials. Random effect meta-analysis was used to calculate, and pool standardized mean differences (SMD). We distinguished between intervention and maintenance effects. Intervention effects were defined as the mean change in outcome measurement detected between baseline and post-treatment. Maintenance effects were defined as the mean change in outcome measurement between post-treatment and last follow-up. Results: Of 3,196 studies initially identified, 54 and 30 studies were included in the qualitative and quantitative syntheses, respectively. Most studies reported on group-based interventions. The significant effects of intervention on BMI z-score (SMD -0.66, 95% CI: -1.15, -0.17) and WC (SMD -0.53, 95% CI: -1.03, -0.04) were observed for interventions that centered on motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy, respectively. Mean BMI and WC did not differ significantly between post-treatment and last follow-up measurement (maintenance effect), indicating that an initial weight loss obtained through the intervention period could be maintained over time. Conclusions: Findings indicate that motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy as interventions to reduce BMI z-score (generalized obesity) and waist circumference (abdominal obesity) are effective and durable. However, detailed analyses on individual components of the interventions are recommended in future effectiveness studies.
MeSH term(s)	Adolescent ; Child ; Humans ; Pediatric Obesity/therapy ; Pediatric Obesity/psychology ; Overweight/therapy ; Overweight/psychology ; Psychosocial Intervention ; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ; Schools
Language	English
Publishing date	2023-08-03
Publishing country	England
Document type	Meta-Analysis ; Systematic Review ; Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
ZDB-ID	2041338-5
ISSN	1471-2458 ; 1471-2458
ISSN (online)	1471-2458
ISSN	1471-2458
DOI	10.1186/s12889-023-16339-7
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Article ; Online: Psychosocial issues and sleep quality among seafarers

Fereshteh Baygi / Farzad Shidfar / Ali Sheidaei / Aliasghar Farshad / Morteza Mansourian / Christine Blome

BMC Public Health, Vol 22, Iss 1, Pp 1-

a mixed methods study

2022 Volume 10

Abstract: Abstract Background Seafarers, especially those working for a prolonged period of time, are exposed to a high number of social, psychological and physical stressors including irregular working hours. Aim This study aims to identify important aspects of ... ...

Abstract	Abstract Background Seafarers, especially those working for a prolonged period of time, are exposed to a high number of social, psychological and physical stressors including irregular working hours. Aim This study aims to identify important aspects of Asian seafarers’ psychosocial wellbeing and quality of sleep that could affect safety and health of the seafarers in long voyage tankers. Methods In this mixed method study, psychological health issues were investigated through semi-structured interviews with 17 Asian male seafarers. Participants were selected through purposive sampling. In the quantitative phase, 179 seafarers completed the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) on sleep quality. Results From the interviews, three categories consisting of six themes emerged, including sleep abnormalities, inevitable stressors, and lack of social communication. The majority of the seafarers believed that their quality of sleep was affected by their physical work environment and by issues raised by their families. As reasons for stress at sea, they mentioned the nature of the occupation and the psychosocial work environment. Most participants pointed out that lack of social communications had adverse effects on both their work lives on board and their private lives at home. In the quantitative phase, the response rate was 81.4%. Mean PSQI index was 5.9 (SD 2.6 and range from 2 to 14). Sleep impairment was higher in academic than non-academic individuals (p < 0.001). Conclusion Sleep abnormalities and lack of social communication should be considered as modifiable risk factors for seafarers’ psychosocial well-being at sea.
Keywords	Work life at sea ; Seafarers ; Stress ; Mixed methods study ; Sleep quality ; Public aspects of medicine ; RA1-1270
Subject code	360
Language	English
Publishing date	2022-04-01T00:00:00Z
Publisher	BMC
Document type	Article ; Online
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