Saudi Med J
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To identify the self-reported vaccine-related side effects among healthcare professionals (HCPs) in the Jazan province, Saudi Arabia, and determine the associated socio-demographic factors. With the recent second and third waves of coronavirus disease -19 (COVID-19) infections worldwide, the race is not only to encourage but also to achieve mass vaccination. ⋯ The findings of the present study would help in designing educational programs aimed at combating the misconstrued fear of vaccination and highlighting the urgent need of getting vaccinated. This study also helps in the identification of factors affecting the presence and severity of side effects.
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Observational Study
Skin and soft tissue infections in hospitalized cancer patients: A retrospective study.
To assess the clinical and epidemiological characteristics of hospitalized cancer patients with skin and soft-tissue infections (SSTIs). ⋯ This study has shown a modest incidence of SSTIs in hospitalized cancer patients, with many of the patients received appropriate antimicrobial therapy.
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To determine the prescription pattern of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) at a tertiary hospital in Saudi Arabia. ⋯ This study demonstrates that PPIs are frequently prescribed among most patients at the medical ward of KAUH, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. We found that the PPIs were prescribed to many patients inappropriately (not based on clinical guidelines). These results suggest the need for educational interventions among physicians on rational prescription.
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To delineate the relation between shift work and glycemic control among the healthcare workers (HCWs) with diabetes mellitus (DM) in the hospitals of Dammam, Saudi Arabia. ⋯ Glycemic control was worsened among the shift worker with DM compared to daytime workers.