http://www.sciepub.com/journal/AJPHR American Journal of Public Health Research is a peer-reviewed, open access journal in the field of public health science.
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Published bi-monthly, American Journal of Public Health Research considers submissions in all aspects of public health. Science and Education Publishing en 2013 Science and Education Publishing Co. Ltd All rights reserved. American Journal of Public Health Research 14 1 January 2026 2013 Science and Education Publishing Co. Ltd All rights reserved. http://pubs.sciepub.com/ajphr/14/1/1 Background: Autoimmune diseases like systemic lupus erythematosus and multiple sclerosis increase the risk of infertility and premature ovarian failure in females. Oocyte cryopreservation (OC) is now offered in fertility clinics to women who want to preserve their reproductive potential by postponing childbearing. OC enhances reproductive autonomy, promotes social equity, and allows women additional time to achieve reproductive goals while mitigating risks of aneuploidies and birth defects associated with advanced maternal age. Aim: The current study was conducted to evaluate women's attitude regarding oocyte cryopreservation after an educational program implication. Subjects and Methods: Design: A quasi-experimental design was used. Sample and Settings: A study from Beni-Suef University on a purposive sample consisted of 334 working females at Beni-Suef University. Tools: The current investigation was conducted using two data gathering instruments: (I): A structured interviewing questionnaire; (II): Perceptions of oocyte cryopreservation among women. Results: The study reveals that 60.2% of working females aged 20-30 are single, 60.5% are single, and 59.3% are rural residents. 48.8% have insufficient income. Post-program implementation, attitudes towards oocyte preservation presented a significant difference, with a mean score of 48.52±4.66, compared to 36.83±4.87 pre-program. The study also found a significant relationship between age, marital status, and educational level, but not post-program. Conclusion: Based on the findings of the present study, it can be concluded that after program implementation, the studied female workers at Beni-Suef University attained a positive attitude regarding oocyte cryopreservation. Recommendations: Establishing a health educational program for oocyte cryopreservation technology for nursing students.]]> Noha Hassan Abd-Elfattah, Aya Shehata Abd-Elfattah Mohamed, Hanan Elzeblawy Hassan 2026-01-05 Science and Education Publishing 2026-01-05 1 14 1 6 10.12691/ajphr-14-1-1 http://pubs.sciepub.com/ajphr/14/1/2 Background: Digital dentistry has emerged as a transformative force, reshaping diagnosis, treatment planning, and clinical outcomes. Understanding the knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of dental professionals toward digital dentistry is essential for its successful integration into routine care. Objective: To evaluate the KAP of digital dentistry among dental professionals from India, Pakistan, and Ecuador. Methods: A cross-sectional, self-reported questionnaire-based survey was conducted among 109 dental professionals. Data on demographics, awareness, attitudes, and practice patterns were analyzed to assess the integration of digital technologies into dentistry. Results: Of the 109 respondents, most were aged 25–30 years (39.8%), with nearly equal gender distribution. The majority were from India (55%), followed by Ecuador (26%) and Pakistan (19%). Awareness of digital technologies was high (93.5%), with intraoral scanners (86.9%), CBCT (83.2%), and CAD/CAM (72%) being most familiar. Prosthodontics (73.6%), diagnosis (70.8%), and implantology (70.8%) were the main application areas. Most participants (90.8%) agreed that digital technologies enhance clinical efficiency, and 93.5% viewed them as the future of dentistry. Although nearly all supported incorporating digital dentistry into undergraduate curricula, only 36.2% of respondents felt their undergraduate training had adequately prepared them for digital dentistry. Conclusion: Dental professionals across India, Pakistan, and Ecuador exhibit high awareness and positive attitudes toward digital dentistry, particularly in prosthodontics and implantology. However, limited undergraduate exposure underscores the need for curriculum integration. As a cross-sectional, self-reported study, findings reflect perceptions at a single time point and may be influenced by response bias.]]> Dr. Gul Afshan Syed, Dr. Sandeep Singh, Dr. Karen Ojeda Carrillo, Dr. Yug Jitendra Mistry, Dr. Latifa Elbanna, Dr. Alasifa Arshad, Dr. Ridhi Bhola 2026-03-02 Science and Education Publishing 2026-03-02 1 14 7 12 10.12691/ajphr-14-1-2 http://pubs.sciepub.com/ajphr/14/1/3 Background: Fabrication of complete dentures is a fundamental prosthodontic skill for restoring function and esthetics in edentulous patients. However, the knowledge and confidence of general dentists in performing each procedural step can vary considerably. Objective: To assess the knowledge and self-reported confidence of general dentists regarding complete denture fabrication procedures using a structured questionnaire. Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional survey was conducted among 126 general dentists. The questionnaire comprised demographic details and 15 knowledge-based items covering primary impressions, border molding, neutral zone concept, mandibular retention, facebow transfer, articulator transfer, SPA factors, try-in evaluation, laboratory procedures, post- insertion management, balanced occlusion, follow-up protocols, relining/rebasing, and adequacy of undergraduate training. Responses were recorded on a five-point Likert scale and analyzed using descriptive statistics. Results: Most respondents were aged above 40 years (55.6%), with 35.7% having more than 10 years of clinical experience. A majority reported confidence in primary impressions (84.1%), border molding (82.5%), and the neutral zone concept (78.6%). Confidence was moderate for balanced occlusion (64.3%) and facebow transfer (46.0%), but lower for articulator transfer (42.9%). Although 87.3% routinely provided post-insertion instructions, only 68.3% consistently scheduled follow-up appointments. Undergraduate training was considered adequate for complete denture fabrication by 81.7% of participants. Conclusion: The study revealed generally high self-reported knowledge in most aspects of complete denture fabrication, but notable gaps were identified in facebow and articulator transfer, balanced occlusion, and follow-up practices. These findings highlight the need for targeted continuing education to strengthen competencies in these critical areas]]> Dr. Shilpi Deshpande, Dr. Sandeep Singh, Dr. Latifa Elbanna, Dr. Jayeesha Kothapalle, Dr. Manjiri Chakor, Dr. Sonali Badve, Dr. Ridhi Bhola 2026-03-05 Science and Education Publishing 2026-03-05 1 14 13 17 10.12691/ajphr-14-1-3