Younger adults and males had a higher prevalence of vitamin D deficiency compared to older
participants and females. Low intake of milk, central obesity, and lack of use of vitamin D …

Objective. To determine the prevalence and risk factors for anemia in child bearing age
women in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Design. Cross-sectional survey was conducted using two-stage …

Background There are many social and cultural factors affecting the sexual knowledge of
adolescents. This study measured the sexual health knowledge level of adolescents and …

Background Studies from Saudi Arabia have reported a continued increase in the prevalence
of cardiovascular diseases and their associated risk factors. The objective of this study was …

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES : The occurrence and progress of chronic non-communicable
diseases (NCDs) is associated with unhealthy lifestyles and behaviors. Modification of …

Background Low bone mineral density (BMD) is a public health issue in Saudi Arabia. This
study measured the prevalence and factors associated with low BMD in Saudi women in …

Intimate partner violence is a worldwide public health problem. The objectives of this study
were to measure the prevalence and types of domestic violence, and to explore the …

This is a review of the changing pattern of chronic diseases among women in the Kingdom
of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Data from national surveys conducted in KSA, whose results were …

Objective To investigate the knowledge and sources of knowledge among Saudi female
adolescent students, attending public and private schools in the city of Riyadh with regard to …

Background Vitamin D deficiency associated with dyslipidemia can contribute towards
cardiovascular diseases. Previous studies have found that Saudi Arabia has a high burden of …