Ann Acad Med Singap
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Ann Acad Med Singap · Dec 2019
Sun Exposure and Sun Safety Habits Among Adults in Singapore: A Cross-Sectional Study.
Sun exposure increases skin cancer risk. Studies have shown that demographic factors influence sun safety behaviour but there is a paucity of such data in Singapore. We aimed to identify sociodemographic predictors of sun safety habits in Singapore. ⋯ The study has identified sociodemographic predictors of sun safety habits in Singapore.
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Ann Acad Med Singap · Dec 2019
Relationship Satisfaction Mediates the Association Between Emotional Expressiveness and Depressive Symptoms Among Asian Women.
Few studies in Asia have examined the association among depressive symptoms, relationship satisfaction, sexual dysfunction and emotional expressiveness. Examining the role of emotional expressiveness in the context of depression and relationships is important as it can be a point for therapeutic intervention. ⋯ The findings suggest the importance of effective communication in mitigating relationship- and self-distress.
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Ann Acad Med Singap · Dec 2019
Renal Transplant Outcomes in Spousal and Living-Related Donors in Malaysia.
Studies have shown that a compatible human leukocyte antigen (HLA) match can confer a favourable effect on graft outcomes. We examined the outcomes of HLA matching in renal transplant donors in Malaysia. ⋯ A good match for HLA-A, HLA-B, HLA-DR and HLA-DQ can prevent acute rejection risk in renal transplant patients. Consequently, spousal donor transplants could be a safe intervention in renal patients.