Acne vulgaris is the commonest dermatological problem internationally and nationally. Its incidence is increasing every year in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Though it is not a major health issue but it significantly affects the patient cosmetically, psychologically and socially. Previous studies have shown its association with lifestyle (age, diet, stress, sleep, smoking, exercise, obesity, etc.) and family history. By simple cost-effective lifestyle modification, its occurrence and late consequences could be minimized. Few hospital-based studies are done on this issue in Hail City, KSA. Hence present cross-sectional study was designed where data was collected by Google-Form from 484 residents of Hail City. Results have revealed that 65% of our respondents were suffering from mild to moderate Acne. Thirty percent of the respondents had BMI equal to more than 30. Majority of respondents (81%) had acne on whole face. Similarly, dairy products were also consumed by more than 50%. Majority of respondents (more than 50%) took chocolates, fast foods, oily foods and seafoods. Nuts were taken quite often by 37% of respondents. Age between 21-25 years and oily skin have a highly significant association (p = 0.000) with development of acne. Other variables that show significant association with acne were being obese, stressful, irregular menstrual cycles and excessive intake of nuts. Hence there is a need to address this issue in order to design recommendations for the general public to minimize the incidence and consequences of acne vulgaris by simple lifestyle modifications.

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High parity is associated with the risk of fetomaternal complications such as gestational diabetes mellitus, hypertensive disorders, maternal anemia, preterm labor, miscarriage, postpartum hemorrhage, and perinatal and preterm mortality. The objective of the study was to compare fetomaternal complications in women of high parity with women of low parity. This involved a cohort study on a sample size of 500 women who had singleton births. Data were collected from the Maternity and Child Hospital, Ha’il, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Participants were classified into two groups according to parity, i.e., women of low parity and women of high parity. Socio-demographic data and pregnancy complications, such as gestational diabetes, hypertension, preeclampsia, intrauterine growth restriction, etc., were retrieved from participants’ files. Participants were followed in the postnatal ward until their discharge. The results revealed that women of high parity mostly (49%) were married before 20 years of age, less educated, obese, and were of un-booked cases. Premature babies and fetal mortality are significantly high (0.000) in this group. There is a significant difference between the two groups with respect to maternal anemia, gestational diabetes mellitus, joint pain, perineal tear, miscarriage, postpartum hemorrhage, preeclampsia, vaginal tear, and cesarean section. Determinants responsible for high parity should be identified via evidence-based medicine. Public health education programs targeting couples, weight control, nutrition, and contraception would be a cost-effective strategy for reducing the risk of possible fetomaternal complications.

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In the context of the global increase in the rate of cesarean deliveries, with an associated higher morbidity and mortality, this study aimed to investigate the role of maternal age and parity in the cesarean section rate among women in the Hail Region of Saudi Arabia. This retrospective cohort study used data collected from the labor ward of the Maternity and Child Health Hospital, Hail, over a period of 8 months, forming a cohort of 500 women. Women were categorized into four different parity classes. The results revealed that there was no significant relationship between cesarean deliveries and maternal age (p-value, 0.07). There was no significant difference in the mode of delivery between the study’s parity cohort group. A significant increase in cesarean deliveries was noticed among obese women with a BMI between 35–39.9 (52.14%). This increase was even greater among those with a BMI above 40 (63.83%). Fetal distress, malpresentation and abruptio placenta were the most significant indications for CS among all age groups (p-value 0.000, 0.021, and 0.048, respectively). Conclusions: The number of cesarean deliveries has no association with parity or age. However, there was a statistically significant association with BMI, a perineal tear after previous vaginal delivery, and a history of diabetes mellitus and gestational diabetes. The most reported reasons for CS were fetal distress, malpresentation, and abruptio placenta among all age groups.

Background: Hepatitis C virus is a blood-borne RNA virus. An estimated 3 to 4 million people worldwide are infected with acute Hepatitis C each year. Methods: Among Saudi people the overall anti-HCV antibodies were detected in 7.3% (1124/15323) of the examined individuals in one of the latest study done. The incidence of Hepatitis C is increasing every year, the main reason found by previous similar studies is lack of awareness in public regarding its different modes of transmission. Hence this study was planned where the researchers did a cross sectional survey on 402 students of Princess Nourah Bint Abdul Rahman University (PNU), Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The purpose of present study was to assess the knowledge of female students of PNU, about modes of transmission and different signs and symptoms our Hepatitis C. A non-probability consecutive sampling technique was adopted. A large percentage answered that Hepatitis C spreads by droplet and sharing tooth brushes. Results: Piercing body parts and tattooing are not sources of Hepatitis C as answered by 58% and 57% respectively. Sharing needles and blades at barber's shop (68%), and through sexual contact (68%) were marked as risk factors for Hepatitis C infection transmission. Just 49.5% knew that it can spread by unscreened blood transfusion. Most of the students did not know that there is change in stool color (142/402=35%), urine color (138/402=34%), abdominal pain (170/402=42.5%) and fever (167/402=42%) as symptoms of Hepatitis C. Majority of the respondents did not have any idea (No 261/402=65%,) that health workers are at risk of contracting Hepatitis C. When cross tabulation was done by applying Chi-square test, as a test of significance, it was found that, respondents did not have the correct knowledge regarding the different modes of spread of disease with the exception of sharing needles and blades (p=0.008) and sexual contact (0.05). Conclusion: Hence it is concluded that there is lack of knowledge regarding hepatitis C virus infection transmission and its prevention among the students.

Background: Folic acid deficiency is one of the most common vitamin deficiencies among women of childbearing-age. Folic acid is a water-soluble B-complex vitamin. Although the deficiency is easily corrected by administration of folic acid, but still the prevalence of folic acid deficiency is high. It can lead to neural tube defects (NTDs) in fetus, which are a major cause of severe disability and mortality among infant population, occurring in over one quarter of a million new-borns per year, worldwide. NTDs occur in the very early phase of pregnancy when the mother herself does not know that she is pregnant. This study has assessed awareness of women of childbearing age on folic acid i.e., timing of folic acid supplementation, different sources, symptoms of its deficiency, toxicity and its effect on fetus. Study was conducted in Ha’il region and its suburbs, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the period between October 2020 and February 2021. Methodology: An analytical cross-sectional community-based study was carried out among 842 women aged between18 and 45 years using a close-ended questionnaire. Results: In total, Folic Acid was taken by just 23.87% of participants. Only 33% knew that Folic Acid deficiency causes neural tube defects in fetus. Further it was revealed that postgraduates had a significantly better knowledge on Folic Acid  0.000) than others. Similarly, those who belonged to household where total monthly income was 5000 Saudi Riyals or more had better awareness on Folic Acid than participants who belonged to low socioeconomic status (  0.05). Conclusion: It’s concluded that in Ha’il and its suburb area, women of childbearing age do not possess adequate knowledge on Folic Acid. Neural tube defects in fetus due to folic acid deficiency were not known by a large majority of respondents. However, awareness has a strong association with educational level and socioeconomic status. Hence it is recommended that female literacy and female employment should be promoted, encouraged and supported in Kingdom in order to improve our health indicators.

Diabetes is a common among general population with many oral manifestations; persistent deprived glycemic control has been associated with the incidence and progression of diabetes related complications including gingivitis and periodontitis which the most common cause of tooth loss, evidence suggests that periodontitis affects glucose control in diabetes. The disease evoked bacteremia can cause elevation in serum pro inflammatory cytokines leading to elevated lipid levels and ultimately inflicting a hypoglycemic agent resistance syndrome and tributary to destruction of duct gland beta cells. Treating chronic odontology infections is crucial for managing polygenic disorder. Aim of this literature review is to look at the impact of odontology medical aid on glycemic management in sort II diabetic patients.