Pub Date : 2024-07-25DOI: 10.37966/ijkiu2024051051
M.G.T. Dilhani, A.W.A. Premathilaka, K.J.P. Piumali, A.A.C.D. Athukoorala, W.I.C. De Silva, K.H.A.Y. Kariyawasam, A.C.H. Perera, M. Nisansala, A.A.T.D. Amarasekara
Introduction: The admission of a loved one to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is a stressful experience for the family. In this situation, the needs of family members are often overlooked by nurses focusing on the immediate needs of critically ill patients. Family-centered care provided by the nurses can be measured through the family members’ cognitive and emotional perception of the support provided by the nurses. Objective: To determine the families’ perception of the support given by ICU nurses in the Teaching Hospital, Karapitiya, Sri Lanka. Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 104 family members of patients who were treated in eight ICUs in the Teaching Hospital, Karapitiya using a consecutive sampling method. A self-administered questionnaire consisting of demographic information and Ice land-family perceived support scale (ICE-FPSQ) was used to collect data. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics such as frequencies and percentages through SPSS Version 25. Mean scores were calculated for the cognitive and emotional support subscales. Ethical approval was obtained from the Ethics Review Committee of KIU (KIU/ERC/21/194). Results: The mean age of the participants was 38±7 years. Most of the participants were Sinhalese (92.3%, n=96) and 35-54 years (61.5%, n=64). Nearly, 34% (n=35) of the participants were spouses of the patients. The mean value of the overall support score (ICE-FPSQ) was 59.67±12.60 in dicating good support from ICU nurses. The mean value of cognitive perception was 21.27±7.30, in the subscale with a maximum value of 25. The mean value of emotional perception was 38.40±9.60, in the subscale with a maximum value of 45. Conclusion: Families’ perception of the support from ICU nurses was relatively high as indicated by the mean values of the cognitive and emotional subscales. Although the ICUs are overstretched with work, nurses must interact with families to offer the necessary support for both patients and family members, which enables them to manage the situation effectively.
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Pub Date : 2024-06-06DOI: 10.37966/ijkiu2024051049
C. P. D. Jayasekara, H. D. A. U. Pushpamali, C. A. Fernando, A. R. Jayamaha, H. Dharmarathna
Introduction: Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) is the most common among all congenital defects, with Asia reporting the highest prevalence. The experience of having a child with CHD can induce stress levels and significantly compromise the quality of life (QOL) of the parents. Objective: To determine the quality of life and perceived level of stress among mothers of children with congenital heart diseases, in Sri Lanka. Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among randomly selected 75 mothers who sought treatment for a child with CHD at the cardiology clinic of Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children, Sri Lanka. The QOL was measured using the Brief Version of the World Health Organization Quality of Life (WHOQOL-BREF) scale, while the level of stress was measured using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS). Data were analysed using both descriptive and inferential statistics via IBM SPSS version 25. Ethical approval was obtained from the Ethics Review Committee of KIU (KIU/ERC/19/42). Results: Among the participants, most of the mothers were Sinhalese (n=64, 85%) and Buddhists (n=55, 73%). Nearly half of the respondents (n=39, 52%) had education up to senior secondary level (G.C.E. O/L). Most of the participants were married (n=66, 88%) and unemployed (n=43, 57%). Only 29% (n=22) reported their QOL was at a good level, and 41% (n=31) were neither satisfied nor dissatisfied with their general health. Also, 67% of them (n=50) experienced moderate perceived stress. Further, the physical health domain (p≤0.001), psychological domain (p=0.004), social relationship domain (p≤0.001) and environment domain (p=0.001) of QOL were significantly associated with perceived stress levels. Conclusion: Most mothers of children with CHD exhibited poor QOL and experienced high levels of perceived stress. Perceived stress demonstrates a significant association with physical, psychological, social relationships, and environmental QOL domains. In that context, interventions aimed at enhancing QOL and mitigating stress levels should be implemented for mothers of children with CHD.
简介先天性心脏病（CHD）是所有先天性缺陷中最常见的一种，亚洲的发病率最高。养育先天性心脏病患儿的经历会给父母带来巨大压力，严重影响他们的生活质量（QOL）：确定斯里兰卡先天性心脏病患儿母亲的生活质量和感知到的压力水平：随机抽取了 75 位在斯里兰卡里奇韦夫人儿童医院心脏病诊所为先天性心脏病患儿寻求治疗的母亲，对她们进行了描述性横断面研究。母亲的生活质量采用世界卫生组织生活质量简易量表（WHOQOL-BREF）进行测量，压力水平采用感知压力量表（PSS）进行测量。通过 IBM SPSS 25 版使用描述性和推断性统计对数据进行分析。研究获得了韩国国际大学伦理审查委员会的伦理批准（KIU/ERC/19/42）：在参与者中，大多数母亲是僧伽罗人（n=64，85%）和佛教徒（n=55，73%）。近一半的受访者（n=39，52%）受过高中教育（普通中等教育 O/L）。大多数受访者已婚（66 人，88%），失业（43 人，57%）。只有 29%（人数=22）的受访者表示他们的生活质量处于良好水平，41%（人数=31）的受访者对自己的总体健康状况既不满意也不太满意。此外，67% 的受访者（人数=50）有中度压力感。此外，身体健康领域（p≤0.001）、心理领域（p=0.004）、社会关系领域（p≤0.001）和环境领域（p=0.001）与感知压力水平显著相关：结论：大多数患有先天性心脏病儿童的母亲表现出较差的 QOL，并体验到较高的感知压力水平。感知到的压力与身体、心理、社会关系和环境 QOL 领域有显著关联。因此，应为患有先天性心脏病儿童的母亲实施旨在提高QOL和减轻压力水平的干预措施。
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Pub Date : 2024-01-10DOI: 10.37966/ijkiu2024051047
C. Liyanaarachchi, M. Napagoda, S. Witharana, L. Jayasinghe
Introduction: Excessive exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation of the solar spectrum is often linked with the onset of conditions like inflammation, photoaging, immunosuppression, hyperpigmentation, and photocarcinogenesis. Although synthetic sunscreens have emerged as protectants against this harmful UV radiation, there is an increasing demand for sunscreens of herbal origin, which are believed to have low side-effect profiles in comparison to their synthetic counterparts. In order to cater for this need, the present study aimed at developing herbal sunscreen formulations from flowers of Osbeckia octandra DC, a purple-coloured wildflower widely distributed across different geographical regions in Sri Lanka. Methodology: The UV filtering potency and subsequently, the sun protection factor (SPF) in the methanolic extract of O. octandra was initially determined. Thereafter this extract was incorporated into the aqueous cream base at 25%, 50%, and 75% (w/w) and the SPF values and photostability of the prepared formulations were evaluated. Results: The initial SPF value of the crude extract (39.91 ± 1.93) had hardly changed even after incorporating it at 75% into the aqueous cream base. This 75% formulation surpassed the other two formulations and the commercial sunscreen (positive control) in terms of the higher SPF and broader spectrum of UV absorption. Its SPF value altered only slightly during the storage for 21 days in light or dark conditions and was photostable. Conclusion: Our preliminary observations demonstrated the appropriateness of O. octandra for the formulation of herbal sunscreens at the commercial stage. Keywords: Herbal sunscreens, Osbeckia octandra, Photoprotection, Sun protection factor, UV radiation
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Pub Date : 2023-12-07DOI: 10.37966/ijkiu2023042046
D. Amarasooriya
Introduction: Second language learning has become a socially valued vital learning process since it has the influencing potential to form, manipulate and change the social individual identities towards positive recognition. In Sri Lanka, English has become the most prestigious language in society and competence in English is required as the most obligatory qualification for a person to be recognized in society. Thus, the educational process of learning English as a second language has become a highly acknowledged and vital section of the Sri Lankan educational system. Objectives: The study aimed to analyze the impact of the BA (Hons) in English programme in facilitating individuals with a pedagogy through which they will be able to enrich their knowledge of the study of language, fields of linguistics, diverse domains of literature, philosophy and research. Methodology: The study was conducted as secondary research and within the secondary data collection process, the information was gathered and analysed discursively based on selected secondary sources of information such as scholarly articles, books, reports etc. The theoretical perspectives and ideologies of Bonny Norton, Pierre Bourdieu, Chris Weedon, Susan M. Gass, Larry Selinker, Dudley- Evans, Maggie Jo St John etc. were applied. Results: Literature studies are considered an integral part of the BA English curriculum since they can be considered a source which triggers social empowerment and develops critical and analytical skills of the students while enabling them to perceive the world through diverse perspectives. Computational linguistics, an emerging science in the current educational sphere, strengthens the quality of the BA Hons in English degree programme by facilitating the coordination between two disciplines, linguistics and computer science, in producing an innovative language teaching and learning platform embedded with computer applications and programs. The undergraduates who follow the BA English degree programme are expected to develop communication skills in English and other competencies which are needed for lifelong learning. Conclusion: The Bachelor of Arts in English degree can be identified as the most productive educational programme in providing students with a greater improvement from communicative competence to mastery of English proficiency. It was observed that graduates with a BA in English are given more preference than conventional business-minded graduates since English graduates are identified as super thinkers, individuals with skills in teamwork, problem solvers with rich analytical skills and risk takers who handle challenges strategically
第二语言学习具有形成、操纵和改变社会个体认同向积极认知转变的影响潜力，因此已经成为一个具有社会价值的重要学习过程。在斯里兰卡，英语已经成为社会上最负盛名的语言，英语能力是一个人在社会上得到认可的最必要的资格。因此，学习英语作为第二语言的教育过程已经成为斯里兰卡教育体系中一个高度认可和重要的部分。目的:本研究旨在分析英语(荣誉)学士学位课程在促进个人教学方面的影响，通过这种教学方法，他们将能够丰富他们在语言研究，语言学领域，文学，哲学和研究领域的知识。方法:该研究是作为二级研究进行的，在二级数据收集过程中，根据选定的二级信息来源(如学术文章、书籍、报告等)收集和分析信息。本文运用了BonnyNorton、Pierre Bourdieu、Chris Weedon、Susan M. Gass、Larry Selinker、Dudley-Evans、Maggie Jo St John等人的理论观点和思想。结果:文学研究被认为是BA英语课程的一个组成部分，因为它们可以被认为是触发社会赋权和培养学生批判和分析技能的来源，同时使他们能够从不同的角度看待世界。计算语言学是当前教育领域的一门新兴科学，通过促进语言学和计算机科学这两个学科之间的协调，在生产一个嵌入计算机应用程序的创新语言教学平台方面，加强了英语学士学位课程的质量。攻读英语学士学位课程的本科生应具备英语沟通技巧和其他终身学习所需的能力。结论:英语文学学士学位可以被认为是最有效的教育计划，为学生提供从交际能力到掌握英语水平的更大提高。据观察，拥有英语学士学位的毕业生比传统的商业头脑的毕业生更受青睐，因为英语专业的毕业生被认为是超级思考者、具有团队合作能力的个人、具有丰富分析能力的问题解决者，以及能够战略性地应对挑战的冒险者
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Pub Date : 2023-11-06DOI: 10.37966/ijkiu2023042045
M. N. F. Nazreen, S. Sneha, J. K. A. K. Perera, D. N. N. Weerasooriya, K. P. N. Ranathunga, W. A. S. Sathsara, V. Perera
Introduction: COVID-19 vaccine booster doses are additionally recommended to broaden the immunological response towards the disease. Conversely, COVID-19 vaccine booster hesitancy was noticed among the Sri Lankan population. Therefore, this study attempted to investigate the knowledge and attitude towards booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. Objectives: To determine the knowledge, attitude, and hesitancy towards booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine among the undergraduate population in the Colombo district. Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 385 undergraduates in the Colombo district using a convenient sampling technique. Data were collected using a pre-tested, self-administered questionnaire. SPSS version 25 was used for the analysis of the study. Results: Among the total participants (n=385), most respondents had good knowledge (n=198, 51.4%) regarding COVID-19. However, most participants had a neutral attitude (n=156, 40.5%) toward the COVID-19 vaccine. More than half of the participants (n=204, 53%) hesitated about the booster dose. The major factor identified for booster hesitancy was the fear of the side effects (n=119, 50.2%) whilst the least factor was the belief in the ineffectiveness of the booster doses (n=15, 6.3%). Conclusion: Most of the respondents had good knowledge regarding COVID-19. However, many participants had a neutral attitude toward the COVID-19 booster dose. One of the major reasons for booster hesitancy was the fear of side effects of the vaccine. In this regard, imparting knowledge and increasing good behavioural change toward COVID-19 booster dose is the best solution to reduce hesitancy.
导论:另外建议增加COVID-19疫苗加强剂，以扩大对该疾病的免疫反应。相反，在斯里兰卡人群中发现了COVID-19疫苗增强剂的犹豫。因此，本研究试图调查对COVID-19疫苗加强剂量的知识和态度。目的:了解科伦坡地区大学生对COVID-19疫苗加强剂的知识、态度和犹豫。方法:采用简便的抽样方法，对科伦坡地区385名大学生进行了描述性横断面研究。数据收集使用预先测试，自我管理的问卷。本研究采用SPSS version 25进行分析。结果:在385名被调查者中，对新冠肺炎有较好认识的占多数(198人，占51.4%)。然而，大多数参与者对COVID-19疫苗持中立态度(n=156, 40.5%)。超过一半的参与者(n= 204,53 %)对加强剂量犹豫不决。确定的增强剂犹豫的主要因素是对副作用的恐惧(n=119, 50.2%)，而最小的因素是相信增强剂剂量无效(n=15, 6.3%)。结论:大多数受访者对COVID-19有良好的了解。然而，许多参与者对COVID-19加强剂持中立态度。助推器犹豫的主要原因之一是担心疫苗的副作用。在这方面，传授知识和促进对COVID-19加强剂量的良好行为改变是减少犹豫的最佳解决方案。
{"title":"Knowledge and Attitude towards COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Dose in Vaccinated Undergraduates in Colombo District: A Cross-Sectional Survey","authors":"M. N. F. Nazreen, S. Sneha, J. K. A. K. Perera, D. N. N. Weerasooriya, K. P. N. Ranathunga, W. A. S. Sathsara, V. Perera","doi":"10.37966/ijkiu2023042045","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.37966/ijkiu2023042045","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: COVID-19 vaccine booster doses are additionally recommended to broaden the immunological response towards the disease. Conversely, COVID-19 vaccine booster hesitancy was noticed among the Sri Lankan population. Therefore, this study attempted to investigate the knowledge and attitude towards booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. Objectives: To determine the knowledge, attitude, and hesitancy towards booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine among the undergraduate population in the Colombo district. Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 385 undergraduates in the Colombo district using a convenient sampling technique. Data were collected using a pre-tested, self-administered questionnaire. SPSS version 25 was used for the analysis of the study. Results: Among the total participants (n=385), most respondents had good knowledge (n=198, 51.4%) regarding COVID-19. However, most participants had a neutral attitude (n=156, 40.5%) toward the COVID-19 vaccine. More than half of the participants (n=204, 53%) hesitated about the booster dose. The major factor identified for booster hesitancy was the fear of the side effects (n=119, 50.2%) whilst the least factor was the belief in the ineffectiveness of the booster doses (n=15, 6.3%). Conclusion: Most of the respondents had good knowledge regarding COVID-19. However, many participants had a neutral attitude toward the COVID-19 booster dose. One of the major reasons for booster hesitancy was the fear of side effects of the vaccine. In this regard, imparting knowledge and increasing good behavioural change toward COVID-19 booster dose is the best solution to reduce hesitancy.","PeriodicalId":476294,"journal":{"name":"International journal of KIU","volume":"9 3 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-11-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135634799","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2023-10-14DOI: 10.37966/ijkiu2023042044
L. A. S. A. D. Liyanasooriya, L. A. C. Sajeewanie, B. T. Edirisooriya
Introduction: Due to the rising appeal of social media platforms among young individuals, fast-food advertisers see them as an efficient channel to promote businesses among youth. The fast-food industry has experienced a surge in popularity in Sri Lanka, particularly among the youth and individuals with hectic schedules. In comparison to other sectors, the franchise fast food industry in Sri Lanka extensively utilizes social media marketing for its promotional efforts. Objectives: To evaluate the impact of Facebook on generation Z consumers’ fast food purchase intention. Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 242 generation Z consumers (people born between 1996 and 2010). Online questionnaire was used to gather details regarding consumers' preference for fast food purchases following advertisements on Facebook. Correlation and multiple linear regression analysis were employed to analyze the data using SPSS version 25. Results: Most of the participants were males (62.5%, n=125), who belonged to the age category of 18-25 years. Findings revealed that activities such as Likes (p<0.05), Friend's Likes (p<0.05), Comment posting (p<0.05), and Sharing (p<0.05) on Facebook had a significant impact on the intention to purchase fast food. Additionally, the study indicated generation Z consumers are receptive to fast-food advertising on Facebook. Conclusion: Generation Z consumers are receptive to fast food advertising on Facebook. Therefore, Facebook will be an effective method to promote fast food among generation Z consumers. Further, advertisements on Facebook would enhance the promotion of fastfood vendors.
{"title":"The Impact of Facebook on Generation Z Consumer’s Fast Food Purchase Intention; Reference to Colombo District, Sri Lanka","authors":"L. A. S. A. D. Liyanasooriya, L. A. C. Sajeewanie, B. T. Edirisooriya","doi":"10.37966/ijkiu2023042044","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.37966/ijkiu2023042044","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Due to the rising appeal of social media platforms among young individuals, fast-food advertisers see them as an efficient channel to promote businesses among youth. The fast-food industry has experienced a surge in popularity in Sri Lanka, particularly among the youth and individuals with hectic schedules. In comparison to other sectors, the franchise fast food industry in Sri Lanka extensively utilizes social media marketing for its promotional efforts. Objectives: To evaluate the impact of Facebook on generation Z consumers’ fast food purchase intention. Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 242 generation Z consumers (people born between 1996 and 2010). Online questionnaire was used to gather details regarding consumers' preference for fast food purchases following advertisements on Facebook. Correlation and multiple linear regression analysis were employed to analyze the data using SPSS version 25. Results: Most of the participants were males (62.5%, n=125), who belonged to the age category of 18-25 years. Findings revealed that activities such as Likes (p<0.05), Friend's Likes (p<0.05), Comment posting (p<0.05), and Sharing (p<0.05) on Facebook had a significant impact on the intention to purchase fast food. Additionally, the study indicated generation Z consumers are receptive to fast-food advertising on Facebook. Conclusion: Generation Z consumers are receptive to fast food advertising on Facebook. Therefore, Facebook will be an effective method to promote fast food among generation Z consumers. Further, advertisements on Facebook would enhance the promotion of fastfood vendors.","PeriodicalId":476294,"journal":{"name":"International journal of KIU","volume":"8 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135803394","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2023-10-13DOI: 10.37966/ijkiu2023042043
B. B. Gayanthi, A. G. U. Athugala, T. M. D. U. Jayasooriya, G. G. A. L. Bandara, T. M. Madanayaka, H. H. H. S. Sandakumari, K. P. A. Sewwandi, K. T. G. Kanchana, D. K. Yimenu
Introduction: "Essential Medicines List," was released by the World Health Organization (WHO) and contains medications including some antibiotics that are considered the most effective and secure ways to fulfil the best patient management. Despite the establishment of standard metrics by the WHO to govern pharmaceutical utilization, irrational prescription is common, particularly in developing countries. Objective: To assess the antibiotics prescribing patterns at the Outpatient Department of Sirimawo Bandaranayake Specialized Children Hospital in Sri Lanka using WHO prescribing indicators. Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 375 pediatric patients’ prescription notes aged 1 to 14 years using a data extraction sheet from prescription notes and prescription registration books. The extraction details included the generic name of the drug, number of drugs recommended, presence of antibiotics and mode of administration. Results: The majority of the encounters (52.8%, n=198) included male pediatric patients. The average number of medications administered per encounter was 3, with 6 medications being the highest. In the outpatient department, 46.9% (n=176) of the encounters contained antibiotics while none of the prescriptions contained injectable medications. The majority of the prescriptions (53.6%, n=201) contained drugs that were not from the essential medicines list while 50.1% (n=188) contained medications prescribed using the trade name. Conclusion: In conclusion, polypharmacy, and antibiotics which were not from the essential medicines list were prominent among the prescription sheets issued to pediatric patients.
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Pub Date : 2023-09-21DOI: 10.37966/ijkiu2023042042
V. S. Kodikara, R. M. De Silva, J. Y. H. P. Nandapala, N. D. K. Ranadeva
Introduction: Street food has been frequently reported to contribute to foodborne illnesses. As a result, the safety of street food has been given major attention. Numerous studies have shown that a lack of knowledge among university students regarding street food safety results in a risk of contracting food-borne illnesses. Objective: Determine the knowledge of street food safety among undergraduate students. Methodology: A pre-tested, self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data related to students’ socio-demographic details and food safety knowledge. In this study, 332 street food consumers (220 females and 112 males) voluntarily participated. The data were analyzed with SPSS version 26 using p value < 0.05 as statistical significance. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for analysis. Results: The study showed that street food consumers’ knowledge on food safety was average. The knowledge regarding food safety was not significantly associated with socio-demographic factors assessed (gender, age, ethnicity, marital status, study program, academic year, and accommodation method) (p > 0.05). The majority of consumers were aware of the possibility of food contamination, the value of washing hands, and the need for adequate hygiene in order to prevent foodborne illnesses. However, some aspects related to knowledge of food safety caused concerns. The majority of customers found it difficult to understand that food does not transmit AIDS. Conclusion: Young adults should be educated about food hygiene and safety. However, further studies are necessary to confirm these findings.
{"title":"Knowledge on street food safety among a selected group of Sri Lankan students; A cross-sectional study","authors":"V. S. Kodikara, R. M. De Silva, J. Y. H. P. Nandapala, N. D. K. Ranadeva","doi":"10.37966/ijkiu2023042042","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.37966/ijkiu2023042042","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Street food has been frequently reported to contribute to foodborne illnesses. As a result, the safety of street food has been given major attention. Numerous studies have shown that a lack of knowledge among university students regarding street food safety results in a risk of contracting food-borne illnesses. Objective: Determine the knowledge of street food safety among undergraduate students. Methodology: A pre-tested, self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data related to students’ socio-demographic details and food safety knowledge. In this study, 332 street food consumers (220 females and 112 males) voluntarily participated. The data were analyzed with SPSS version 26 using p value < 0.05 as statistical significance. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for analysis. Results: The study showed that street food consumers’ knowledge on food safety was average. The knowledge regarding food safety was not significantly associated with socio-demographic factors assessed (gender, age, ethnicity, marital status, study program, academic year, and accommodation method) (p > 0.05). The majority of consumers were aware of the possibility of food contamination, the value of washing hands, and the need for adequate hygiene in order to prevent foodborne illnesses. However, some aspects related to knowledge of food safety caused concerns. The majority of customers found it difficult to understand that food does not transmit AIDS. Conclusion: Young adults should be educated about food hygiene and safety. However, further studies are necessary to confirm these findings.","PeriodicalId":476294,"journal":{"name":"International journal of KIU","volume":"46 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-09-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136235939","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2023-09-19DOI: 10.37966/ijkiu2023042041
C Liyanaarchchi, M Kumari, M Napagoda, S Witharana, L Jayasinghe
Introduction: Leucas zeylanica (L.) W.T.Aiton is a plant used in traditional medicine as a remedy against several dermatological conditions. The high UV-filtering potential observed for the aqueousmethanolic extract of this plant suggests its suitability to develop herbal skin care agents. Therefore, this study was undertaken to develop herbal skin care formulations from the aqueous methanolic (hydro-alcoholic) extract of the whole plants of L. zeylanica and evaluate the photoprotective efficacy. Methodology: Three formulations were prepared by incorporating different concentrations (25%, 50%, and 75%) of the extract into an aqueous cream base. Thereafter, the UV filtering potential and sun protection factor (SPF) were determined. Results: The formulation comprised of 75% of the extract displayed the highest UV absorbance as well as the highest SPF value (26.76±3.82). All formulations in general exhibited good photostability profiles. The anti-tyrosinase assay revealed very mild tyrosinase inhibitory potential of the aqueous methanolic extract of L. zeylanica. Therefore our formulations do not interfere with the biosynthesis of melanin, the natural photoprotectant molecule in the skin, unlike most commercial sunscreens. Conclusion: The strong and broad-range UV-filtering potential, high SPF and photostability profiles observed for the sunscreen formulation comprised of 75% of the extract suggest the potential utility of L. zeylanica extract for the development of herbal skin care formulations in a commercial scale.
{"title":"Development of herbal skin care formulations from the hydro-alcoholic extract of Leucas zeylanica (L.) W.T.Aiton","authors":"C Liyanaarchchi, M Kumari, M Napagoda, S Witharana, L Jayasinghe","doi":"10.37966/ijkiu2023042041","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.37966/ijkiu2023042041","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Leucas zeylanica (L.) W.T.Aiton is a plant used in traditional medicine as a remedy against several dermatological conditions. The high UV-filtering potential observed for the aqueousmethanolic extract of this plant suggests its suitability to develop herbal skin care agents. Therefore, this study was undertaken to develop herbal skin care formulations from the aqueous methanolic (hydro-alcoholic) extract of the whole plants of L. zeylanica and evaluate the photoprotective efficacy. Methodology: Three formulations were prepared by incorporating different concentrations (25%, 50%, and 75%) of the extract into an aqueous cream base. Thereafter, the UV filtering potential and sun protection factor (SPF) were determined. Results: The formulation comprised of 75% of the extract displayed the highest UV absorbance as well as the highest SPF value (26.76±3.82). All formulations in general exhibited good photostability profiles. The anti-tyrosinase assay revealed very mild tyrosinase inhibitory potential of the aqueous methanolic extract of L. zeylanica. Therefore our formulations do not interfere with the biosynthesis of melanin, the natural photoprotectant molecule in the skin, unlike most commercial sunscreens. Conclusion: The strong and broad-range UV-filtering potential, high SPF and photostability profiles observed for the sunscreen formulation comprised of 75% of the extract suggest the potential utility of L. zeylanica extract for the development of herbal skin care formulations in a commercial scale.","PeriodicalId":476294,"journal":{"name":"International journal of KIU","volume":"170 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-09-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135014572","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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