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Role of inter-institutional partnerships in promoting holistic employee wellness programs: A convergent mixed-methods study across three public universities in Metro Manila, Philippines
Rosalie Dela Cruz11. University of Makati , PH2025-11-28|page 139-150AbstractBackground: Employee wellness has become an increasingly essential concern in higher education; yet, many public universities continue to struggle with implementing comprehensive and sustainable wellness initiatives. Inter-institutional partnerships offer opportunities to strengthen these efforts through shared resources and coordinated programming.
Objectives: This study examined how such partnerships support the development of holistic employee wellness programs across three public universities in Metro Manila.
Methods: Using a convergent mixed-methods design, quantitative data were collected from 150 employees through an 18-item validated survey and analyzed using descriptive statistics and chi-square tests to assess institutional differences in awareness, participation, and perceived effectiveness. Qualitative data from six key informants were analyzed using grounded theory techniques to identify themes related to institutional practices and collaborative mechanisms.
Results: Findings indicated significant variations among institutions in employee awareness, participation levels, and perceptions of program effectiveness. Despite the availability of wellness initiatives, participation remained limited, mainly due to workload demands, time constraints, and scheduling challenges. Qualitative themes highlighted four central factors influencing the implementation of wellness: institutional support, holistic wellness orientation, program personalization, and persistent participation barriers. These themes helped explain why engagement levels differed among institutions.
Conclusions: Overall, inter-institutional collaboration contributes positively to wellness program development, but its impact depends on strong institutional support, program relevance, and clear communication. Enhancing coordination and tailoring activities to employee needs may improve future wellness outcomes.
APA Citation StyleCruz, R. D. (2025). Role of inter-institutional partnerships in promoting holistic employee wellness programs: A convergent mixed-methods study across three public universities in Metro Manila, Philippines. Public Health and Occupational Safety Journal, 139-150. https://doi.org/10.56003/phosj.v1i2.610 -
Occupational safety and health hazards among artisanal and small-scale gold miners at Mazowe Jumbo Mine, Zimbabwe: A mixed-methods cross-sectional study
Bridget Nyamombe1, Vincent Itai Tanyanyiwa21. Zimbabwe Open University , ZW2. Zimbabwe Open University , ZW2025-11-28|page 151-162AbstractBackground: Artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) is associated with multiple occupational hazards that artisans are often unaware of.
Objectives: To identify the occupational hazards and risk factors among artisanal gold miners at Mazowe Jumbo mine, Zimbabwe.
Methods: The cross-sectional study employed Mixed-methods(Sep- Nov 2023). Purposive sampling of 34 miners from two sites (response rate was 100%). The interview was administered using questionnaires, structured interviews, field observations, and document review. Quantitative data were analyzed descriptively (frequencies and proportions), and qualitative data underwent thematic analysis.
Results: Heavy lifting was reported by 100% (34/34), manual handling by 91.2% (31/34), silica dust exposure by 91.2% (31/34), and contaminated water by 85.3% (29/34). Key risk factors included lack of PPE, financial pressure, and low OSH awareness. Field observations noted unsecured shafts, poor sanitation, and evidence of substance use on site.
Conclusions: ASG miners at Mazowe Jumbo Mine face multi-domain OSH hazards. We recommend targeted OSH training programmes, provision of PPE, improved sanitation, and monitoring/ formalization of ASGM activities.
APA Citation StyleNyamombe, B. , & Tanyanyiwa, V. I. (2025). Occupational safety and health hazards among artisanal and small-scale gold miners at Mazowe Jumbo Mine, Zimbabwe: A mixed-methods cross-sectional study. Public Health and Occupational Safety Journal, 151-162. https://doi.org/10.56003/phosj.v1i2.638 -
Spatial mapping and correlation between healthy home coverage and tuberculosis incidence in Malang district
Fatma Lidya Zulfa1, Hartati Eko Wardani2, Tika Dwi Tama3, Anindya Hapsari4, Rara Warih Gayatri5, Erni Astutik61. State University of Malang , ID2. State University of Malang , ID3. State University of Malang , ID4. State University of Malang , ID5. State University of Malang , ID6. Airlangga University , ID2025-04-23|page 1-16AbstractBackground: According to the Ministry of Health, 91% of active tuberculosis (TB) cases in Indonesia occur in crowded and slum areas. The Healthy Homes Program under the Healthy Indonesia Indicators (2010) aims to improve housing conditions in such areas to meet health standards. Malang District, with the second-highest housing density in East Java, ranks fifth in TB cases, suggesting residential exposure as a contributing factor.
Objectives: This study aims to map trends and examine the correlation between healthy home coverage and TB incidence in the Malang District Health Center Working Area 2019-2021.
Methods: The study was conducted in January-April 2023 at the Malang District Health Office with a unit of analysis of 39 health centers. The variables of this study were the coverage of healthy homes and the incidence of BTA-positive pulmonary TB. The study used a mixed ecological study and Pearson correlation test with secondary data from the Malang District Health Office and BPS.
Results: TB incidence showed a decreasing trend alongside increasing healthy home coverage. Nine health centers remained in high-incidence zones, and five exhibited poor housing coverage. Correlation analysis revealed a weak, negative relationship (r = -0.084). High TB incidence was still found in areas meeting healthy home criteria.
Conclusions: The incidence rate of BTA-positive pulmonary TB in the working area of the Malang District Health Center showed a downward trend for 3 years. Future research using individual data and other specific risk factors that may influence TB incidence is recommended.
APA Citation StyleZulfa, F. L. , Wardani, H. E. , Tama, T. D. , Hapsari, A. , Gayatri, R. W. , & Astutik, E. (2025). Spatial mapping and correlation between healthy home coverage and tuberculosis incidence in Malang district. Public Health and Occupational Safety Journal, 1-16. https://doi.org/10.56003/phosj.v1i1.532 -
Compliance with family planning and its association with quality of life among Meranaw women in rural Philippines
Maslainie Aliola1, Hamdoni Pangandaman21. Mindanao State University - Marawi, Lanao Del Sur, 9700, Philippines , PH2. Mindanao State University, Marawi City , PH2026-05-24|page 1-13AbstractBackground: The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted access to essential health services, including family planning (FP), particularly in rural and underserved communities. These disruptions may influence women’s reproductive practices and overall quality of life (QoL).
Objectives: This study aimed to determine the level of family planning compliance and examine its influence on the quality of life among Meranaw women during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional design was employed among 378 Meranaw women who were family planning users in selected municipalities of Lanao del Sur, Philippines. Data were collected from January to October 2022. A stratified random sampling technique was used based on municipal distribution to ensure proportional representation of respondents. A validated researcher-developed questionnaire assessed attitude- and practice-related compliance (CVI = 0.81–0.92; α = 0.79), while QoL was measured using the WHOQOL-BREF. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and multiple linear regression.
Results: Respondents demonstrated high compliance in both attitude (mean = 3.61) and practice (mean = 3.41) domains. Overall QoL was rated very satisfactory (mean = 5.72), with the highest scores in the psychological (mean = 5.89) and relational (mean = 5.85) domains. Multiple regression analysis revealed that age (β = .319, p < .001), monthly income (β = –.097, p = .008), number of children (β = .395, p < .001), duration of FP use (β = .092, p = .034), and type of FP method (β = .129, p < .001) significantly predicted QoL. The model explained a substantial proportion of variance (R² = 0.974), indicating strong predictive capacity.
Conclusions: Meranaw women demonstrated high compliance with family planning practices despite pandemic-related constraints, thereby significantly improving the quality of life. Sustaining family planning services during public health crises is essential to maintaining women’s well-being, particularly in rural and culturally distinct populations.
APA Citation StyleAliola, M. , & Pangandaman, H. (2026). Compliance with family planning and its association with quality of life among Meranaw women in rural Philippines. Public Health and Occupational Safety Journal, 1-13. https://doi.org/10.56003/phosj.v2i1.698 -
Climate change and public health in Africa: A narrative review of resilience strategies for health systems
Kabiru Gulma1, Sa’adatu M. Julde2, Isman Wais3, Emmanuel Morna4, Abubakar S. Danbatta5, Bakam Rodine6, Anastacia Katungo Maluki71. School of Global Health and Bioethics, Euclid University, Banjul , GM2. Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Bayero University, Kano , NG3. Euclid Caisse Nationale de Sécurité Sociale de Djibouti , DJ4. Doctoral Programme in Monitoring, Measurement and Evaluation, Euclid University, Bangui , CF5. Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Bayero University, Kano , NG6. Doctoral Programme in Global Energy Policy, Euclid University, Douala , CM7. Doctoral Programme in Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Euclid University, Banjul , GM2026-05-24|page 25-40AbstractBackground: Climate change poses an escalating threat to public health in Africa, a continent responsible for less than 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions yet disproportionately bearing the burden of its consequences. Existing health systems remain fragile, under-resourced, and ill-equipped to absorb climate-related shocks.
Objectives: To synthesize evidence on the health impacts of climate change in Africa and identify strategies for building climate-resilient health systems.
Methods: This study is a narrative literature review. A comprehensive search of peer-reviewed databases and gray literature was conducted. Sources were screened against predefined inclusion criteria and synthesized thematically across six domains: climate science, contextual vulnerabilities, health systems strengthening, governance, community engagement, and financing. A total of 22 studies and reports were included and analyzed using thematic synthesis following Thomas and Harden’s (2008) three-step approach.
Results: Climate change intensifies the burden of infectious and non-communicable diseases, disrupts health infrastructure, and deepens health inequities across African regions. Resilience-building requires strengthened governance, sustained domestic and international financing, multisectoral partnerships, community engagement, and climate-adaptive health information systems.
Conclusions: Concerted, context-sensitive action that integrates climate adaptation into health policy frameworks is urgently needed to protect the health and well-being of African populations from the accelerating impacts of climate change. Practical implications include strengthening health system governance, mobilizing climate finance, investing in climate-adaptive surveillance systems, and fostering community engagement and multisectoral collaboration to build durable climate resilience across African health systems.
APA Citation StyleGulma, K. , Julde, S. M. , Wais, I. , Morna, E. , Danbatta, A. S. , Rodine, B. , & Maluki, A. K. (2026). Climate change and public health in Africa: A narrative review of resilience strategies for health systems. Public Health and Occupational Safety Journal, 25-40. https://doi.org/10.56003/phosj.v2i1.719 -
Workplace stress and burnout among university lecturers in Indonesia and Malaysia: A systematic review of stressors, outcomes, and protective factors
Mimi Haryani Hassim1, Dian Puspitaningtyas Laksana2, Rachmy Rosyida Rais3, Ronal Surya Aditya41. University of Technology Malaysia , MY2. State University of Malang , ID3. State University of Malang , ID4. Universitas Jember , ID2026-01-27|page 174-192AbstractBackground: Workplace stress and burnout have emerged as critical occupational health concerns among university lecturers, particularly amid increasing academic workloads, performance pressures, and organizational demands intensified during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite growing empirical attention, evidence remains fragmented, especially within Southeast Asian higher education contexts.
Objectives: This study aims to systematically review empirical research on workplace stress and burnout among university lecturers in Indonesia and Malaysia, with a focus on identifying key stressors, associated outcomes, and protective factors.
Methods: A systematic literature review was conducted following the PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Peer-reviewed articles published in English were retrieved from the Scopus database using predefined search terms related to workplace stress, burnout, lecturers, and higher education in Indonesia and Malaysia. After screening and eligibility assessment, 19 studies published between 2004 and 2025 were included. Methodological quality was assessed using the Newcastle–Ottawa Scale, and findings were synthesized through qualitative narrative analysis due to study heterogeneity.
Results: The review reveals that workplace stress and burnout are prevalent among university lecturers in both countries. Major stressors include excessive workload, role ambiguity, performance-based evaluation systems, work–life imbalance, and limited organizational support. These stressors are consistently associated with adverse outcomes such as emotional exhaustion, reduced job satisfaction, impaired performance, and increased turnover intention. Protective factors, including social support, supportive leadership, emotional intelligence, and workplace spirituality, were found to mitigate stress and burnout effects.
Conclusions: Workplace stress and burnout among university lecturers in Indonesia and Malaysia are multifactorial and systemic issues embedded in contemporary academic work environments. Organizational- and policy-level interventions are essential to promote lecturer well-being and ensure sustainable academic careers.
APA Citation StyleHassim, M. H. , Laksana, D. P. , Rais, R. R. , & Aditya, R. S. (2026). Workplace stress and burnout among university lecturers in Indonesia and Malaysia: A systematic review of stressors, outcomes, and protective factors. Public Health and Occupational Safety Journal, 174-192. https://doi.org/10.56003/phosj.v1i2.674 -
Factors associated with the use of the PUSTAKA online registration service at the Sekaran Community Health Center in Semarang City
Bunga Gustikasari Ismail1, Nurhasmadiar Nandini2, Rani Tiyas Budiyanti31. Faculty of Public Health, Universitas Diponegoro , ID2. Faculty of Public Health, Universitas Diponegoro , ID3. Faculty of Public Health, Universitas Diponegoro , ID2026-05-26|page 57-69AbstractBackground: Online registration services have been implemented in community health centers to facilitate patient access and reduce long queues by enabling appointment scheduling at specific times. However, the utilization of this service in several community health centers in Semarang City remains below the monthly target of 10%. At Sekaran Community Health Center, for example, the average utilization rate was only 1.03% between June and August 2023.
Objectives: This study analyzed the factors associated with the use of the PUSTAKA Online Registration Service at The Sekaran Community Health Center in Semarang City.
Methods: This study employed a quantitative research design with a cross-sectional approach. The population consisted of existing patients at Sekaran Community Health Center, with a sample of 97 respondents selected using accidental sampling. The variables examined included age, education, occupation, attitude, knowledge, perceived need, availability of facilities, and ease of obtaining information in relation to the decision to use PUSTAKA services. Data were collected using a closed-ended questionnaire that had previously undergone validity and reliability testing.
Results: The results of the research analysis using the chi square statistical test showed the conclusion that there was a significant relationship between the factors of age (p = 0.006), education (p = 0.007), occupation (p = 0.044), attitude (p = 0.017), perceived needs (p = 0.006), and ease of obtaining information (p = 0.021) with the decision to use PUSTAKA services at the Sekaran Health Center.
Conclusions: Meanwhile, there is no relationship between knowledge (p = 0.812) and the availability of facilities (p = 0.114) with the decision to use PUSTAKA.
APA Citation StyleIsmail, B. G. , Nandini, N. , & Budiyanti, R. T. (2026). Factors associated with the use of the PUSTAKA online registration service at the Sekaran Community Health Center in Semarang City. Public Health and Occupational Safety Journal, 57-69. https://doi.org/10.56003/phosj.v2i1.739
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