Clifford Silver Tarimo
Biographic Data
| ID | 1731786 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Clifford Silver Tarimo |
| GIVEN NAMES | Clifford Silver |
| FAMILY NAME | Tarimo |
| SIGNATURE | TARIMO C S |
| AFFILIATIONS | Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-0672-9471 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 29 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 4 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 29 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2020 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 1 |
Bridging knowledge gaps for healthy China 2030 plan: A province-wide assessment of primary healthcare workers' competencies and training preferences in Henan, China
Background: Primary healthcare workers (PHCWs) are foundational to equitable health service delivery. In 2016, China launched the Healthy China 2030 plan, the first medium- to long-term national health strategy which elevates disease prevention, health promotion and universal coverage as national priorities. Addressing knowledge gaps in the PHC workforce is therefore essential to achieving the plan's goal of raising average life expectancy to 79 …
Quantifying the association between rural older adult daily internet use duration and affective disorders: An empirical study based on propensity score matching
Background: There are significant disparities in internet usage among rural older adults, while affective disorder is an increasing public health concern. The potential link between these phenomena remains underexplored. This study investigates the association between internet use and affective disorder among rural older adults, to inform public health policies promoting appropriate internet engagement and psychological well-being. Methods: The b…
Cost-effectiveness analysis of bridge-to-transplantation temporary mechanical circulatory support versus non-bridged heart transplantation
Objectives: Among patients undergoing heart transplantation, BTT-tMCS therapy demonstrates superior clinical efficacy compared to nonbridged HTx; however, its cost-effectiveness among Chinese patients remain uncertain. To evaluate the cost-effectiveness of BTT-tMCS therapy compared with nonbridged HTx among transplant-eligible Chinese patients from the healthcare payer's perspective. Methods: The cost-effectiveness analysis for this economic eval…
How educational inequality among rural residents relates to healthy lifestyle behaviors in later life: Evidence from the Northern China lifestyle medicine cohort baseline
Educational inequality affects health, but its link to healthy lifestyles among older adults in low-resource rural settings remains unclear. This study utilized baseline data from the Northern China Lifestyle Medicine Cohort (July 2023–January 2024). Adults aged 65 and older with hypertension or diabetes in the National Basic Public Health Service program were included. A composite Healthy Lifestyle Score (HLS, range 0–7) was constructed from sev…
Negative life events and problematic Internet use among Chinese junior high school students: A mediation model
Although negative life events have been recognized as a risk factor for Problematic Internet use (PIU), the mechanisms explaining this link remain underexplored. Therefore, this study investigated the association between negative life events and PIU, as well as the underlying mediators. We recruited 8176 (Mage = 14.42 years, SD = 0.94) junior high school students using stratified random cluster sampling from Henan Province, China, in 2023. We tes…
Factors influencing health service utilization among 19,869 China’s migrant population: An empirical study based on the Andersen behavioral model
Background: With the surge in population migration across China, particularly from rural to urban regions, the migrant population encounters unique challenges in accessing healthcare services. This study addresses the gap in health service utilization among migrants, specifically examining their engagement with basic public health services and the factors that impact these interactions. Methods: In the year 2023, a cross-sectional survey was carr…
Influence of lifestyles on physical, psychological, and cognitive co-morbidity among older adults with diabetes in rural area
Background: The association between lifestyles and the co-occurrence of physical, psychological, and cognitive conditions in older adults living with diabetes, especially in rural settings, remains unclear. This study investigated the prevalence of co-morbidity and their association with lifestyle in a rural population of older adults with diabetes. Methods: From 1st July to 31 August 2023, a cross-sectional study based on the whole cluster sampl…
Association between lifestyle behaviors and body mass index with blood pressure classifications among older adults with hypertension in China
Objective This study aimed to examine the association between lifestyle behaviors and body mass index (BMI) along with their potential interactions with the severity of blood pressure (BP) classifications among older adults with hypertension. Methods Among 17,441 participants, lifestyle behaviors were assessed, including smoking, drinking, dietary patterns, physical activity, and sleeping. Multinomial logistic regression was used to examine the a…
Association between internet usage and healthcare expenditure among middle-aged and older Chinese adults with chronic diseases: The role of self-rated health
These findings highlight internet usage is associated with a lower expenditure burden of middle-aged and older adults with chronic diseases in China, mediated by high self-rated health. In addition, urban-rural disparities in the association between internet usage and healthcare expenditure are significant
The association of lifestyle with cardiovascular and all-cause mortality based on machine learning: A prospective study from the NHANES
We develop a ML model based on lifestyle behaviors to predict all-cause and cardiovascular mortality. The developed model offers valuable insights for the assessment of individual lifestyle-related risks. It applies to individuals, healthcare professionals, and policymakers to make informed decisions
Evaluating the differences in healthy lifestyle behaviors between Chinese urban and rural residency after the termination of social distancing: Analysis based on propensity score matching
After the termination of social distancing, the overall healthy lifestyle behaviors of Chinese residents were found to be at a medium level. Urban residents have a better healthy lifestyle behavior compared to their rural counterparts. It is essential to prioritize efforts towards enhancing the healthy lifestyle behaviors of rural residents
Spatial heterogeneity of blood pressure control and its influencing factors in elderly patients with essential hypertension: A small-scale spatial analysis
This underscores the need to implement hypertension management services according to local conditions in terms of strengthening the weight management of patients in urban communities and the guidance of physical activity in rural communities. The government should increase financial investment in medical and health care in rural communities and reduce the burden of health costs. This study proves that the geospatial approach can provide objective…
Gender disparities in physical, psychological, and cognitive multimorbidity among elderly hypertensive populations in rural regions
Physical, psychological, and cognitive disorders, along with their various multimorbid combinations, significantly impact the elderly hypertensive population. Prioritizing a healthy lifestyle is essential to mitigate multimorbidity risks. Considering that the prevalence of multimorbidity is higher in women than in men with hypertension, sufficient sleep, maintaining a healthy waist circumference, and medication adherence are vital for managing bl…
Work–family conflict and anxiety among nurses of the maternal and child health institutions: The mediating role of job satisfaction
Introduction Over the past decades, anxiety has garnered significant attention from nursing population. Investigations have centered on the correlation between work–family conflict (WFC) and anxiety as well as the link between job satisfaction and anxiety among nurses. However, the role of job satisfaction plays in the relationship between work–family conflict and anxiety remains relatively unexplored. Methods In April 2021, a cross-sectional sur…
The pattern from the first three rounds of vaccination: Declining vaccination rates
Introduction Vaccination rates for the COVID-19 vaccine have recently been stagnant worldwide. We aim to analyze the potential patterns of vaccination development from the first three doses to reveal the possible trends of the next round of vaccination and further explore the factors influencing vaccination in the selected populations. Methods On July 2022, a stratified multistage random sampling method in the survey was conducted to select 6,781…
Temporal changes in factors associated with Covid-19 vaccine hesitancy among Chinese adults: Repeated nationally representative survey
The prevalence of COVID-19 VH was relatively low in the baseline survey and much higher in the follow-up survey, with a significant increase in hesitancy rates among mainland Chinese residents. Acknowledging the substantial impact on the shaping of COVID-19 VH, one must consider factors including perceived severity, susceptibility, vaccination barriers, and self-efficacy
A study on the current state and equity level of the health promotion service demands among older adults in China
Compared to the maximum level, the total DOAHPS level was found to be moderate, although the demands of urban seniors with higher levels of education may be substantially greater. The observed inequities in the allocation of DOAHPS were primarily related to differences in education level and pre-retirement occupation within group. To better address health promotion services for older adults, policymakers could target older males with low educatio…
A study on the equity of self-rated health of older adults at the family level
The SHOAFL was found to be generally but more inclined towards urban families with high incomes and a short time to medical service institution. The observed disparities in SHOA among family members were mostly attributable to differences in health insurance and pre-retirement occupations. The status and equality of SHOAFL may be improved if policymakers prioritize making services more accessible to older rural residents with low incomes. Concurr…
Quantifying the benefits of healthy lifestyle behaviors and emotional expressivity in lowering the risk of Covid-19 infection: A national survey of Chinese population
The overall COVID-19 infection rate among residents is at a medium level. Residents' increasing stress and decreasing frequency in wearing masks and washing hands and keeping distance contribute to increasing risk of infection, residents should increase the frequency of mask-wearing, practice hand hygiene, keep safe distance from others, ensure stable emotional state, minimize psychological stress, providing evidence support for future responses …
Current state, equality level and trends of self-rated health among old adults with intact physical condition
The SHOA with IPC was shown to be better and was primarily influenced by age and communication methods. The observed effect of SHOA on health literacy was negative and lasting. To improve SHOA with IPC even further, policymakers could consider promoting the use of modern and convenient communication methods (such as smartphones) through training and purchasing subsidies, as well as focusing on increasing sustained attention and promoting health l…
How urban versus rural residency relates to Covid-19 vaccine hesitancy: A large-scale national Chinese study
Covid-19 Vaccination Acceptance Among Chinese Population and Its Implications for the Pandemic: A National Cross-Sectional Study
Objective To examine the COVID-19 vaccination rate among a representative sample of adults from 31 provinces on the Chinese mainland and identify its influencing factors. Methods We gathered sociodemographic information, data on people's awareness and behavior regarding COVID-19 and the COVID-19 vaccine, the accessibility of COVID-19 vaccination services, community environmental factors influencing people's awareness and behavior regarding the va…
Association between lifestyle and Covid-19 vaccination: A national cross-sectional study
Objective To assess lifestyles, COVID-19 vaccination coverage rates, and the relationships between lifestyles and COVID-19 vaccination among Chinese population. Methods We collected data on sociodemographics, perception of the COVID-19 pandemic, lifestyles, and self-reported COVID-19 vaccination via an online survey in China. The chi-square goodness-of-fit test was used to monitor sample saturation throughout the formal online survey. The binary …
The Impact of Health Insurance Policy on the Fertility Intention of Rural Floating Population in China: Empirical Evidence from Cross-Sectional Data
Declining total fertility rates pose a severe challenge to the economy, society, culture, and politics of any region. Low fertility rates among China’s rural floating population with strong fertility are aggravating these challenges. Previous research has confirmed the relationships between health insurance and fertility intention. However, it is still unclear whether the existing association is favorable or not. Moreover, the majority of existin…
The Psychological Experience of Covid-19 Vaccination and Its Impact on the Willingness to Receive Booster Vaccines among the Chinese Population: Evidence from a National Cross-Sectional Study
The purpose of this study was to assess the psychological experience of COVID-19 basic vaccination, the willingness to receive booster vaccines, and to determine their relationships among Chinese people. Between 6 August 2021 and 9 August 2021, a research firm performed a national cross-sectional online survey among Chinese individuals (aged over 18), using the snowball sampling approach, with 26,755 participants. Factor analysis and binary logis…
Prevalence and factors for anxiety during the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) epidemic among the teachers in China
Multimorbidity in Hospitalized Patients Admitted to General Practice Departments and Its Implications for the General Practice Healthcare System: A Four-Year Longitudinal Study in China
Objective: China and many developing countries has placed high expectations on the general practice healthcare system in terms of lowering medical costs and improving the health status of the multimorbid population in recent years. However, the prevalence of multimorbidity among inpatients attending the general practice department of hospitals and its policy implications are largely unknown. The current study aimed to analyze the prevalence of co…
Active commuting and the risk of obesity, hypertension and diabetes: A systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies
Active commuting may hold a potential for preventing adverse health outcomes. However, evidence of the association of active commuting and the risk of health outcomes remains debatable. The current study systematically and quantitatively summarised research findings on the association between active commuting and the risk of the mentioned health outcomes. We comprehensively searched four databases (PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science and Open Grey) fr…
The degree of equity and coupling coordination of staff in primary medical and health care institutions in China 2013–2019
In China, the number of SPMHCI has increased significantly, with an equitable allocation based on the population. The interaction between SPMHCI and CLS is sufficient, but the degree of mutual promotion is moderate. The government could optimize SPMHCI and improve the chronic disease management services to improve CLS and to ensure the continued operation of primary medical and health care institutions in urban areas
Covid-19 Vaccination Acceptance Among Chinese Population and Its Implications for the Pandemic: A National Cross-Sectional Study
Objective To examine the COVID-19 vaccination rate among a representative sample of adults from 31 provinces on the Chinese mainland and identify its influencing factors. Methods We gathered sociodemographic information, data on people's awareness and behavior regarding COVID-19 and the COVID-19 vaccine, the accessibility of COVID-19 vaccination services, community environmental factors influencing people's awareness and behavior regarding the va…
Association between lifestyle and Covid-19 vaccination: A national cross-sectional study
Objective To assess lifestyles, COVID-19 vaccination coverage rates, and the relationships between lifestyles and COVID-19 vaccination among Chinese population. Methods We collected data on sociodemographics, perception of the COVID-19 pandemic, lifestyles, and self-reported COVID-19 vaccination via an online survey in China. The chi-square goodness-of-fit test was used to monitor sample saturation throughout the formal online survey. The binary …
The Impact of Health Insurance Policy on the Fertility Intention of Rural Floating Population in China: Empirical Evidence from Cross-Sectional Data
Declining total fertility rates pose a severe challenge to the economy, society, culture, and politics of any region. Low fertility rates among China’s rural floating population with strong fertility are aggravating these challenges. Previous research has confirmed the relationships between health insurance and fertility intention. However, it is still unclear whether the existing association is favorable or not. Moreover, the majority of existin…
The Psychological Experience of Covid-19 Vaccination and Its Impact on the Willingness to Receive Booster Vaccines among the Chinese Population: Evidence from a National Cross-Sectional Study
The purpose of this study was to assess the psychological experience of COVID-19 basic vaccination, the willingness to receive booster vaccines, and to determine their relationships among Chinese people. Between 6 August 2021 and 9 August 2021, a research firm performed a national cross-sectional online survey among Chinese individuals (aged over 18), using the snowball sampling approach, with 26,755 participants. Factor analysis and binary logis…
Work–family conflict and anxiety among nurses of the maternal and child health institutions: The mediating role of job satisfaction
Introduction Over the past decades, anxiety has garnered significant attention from nursing population. Investigations have centered on the correlation between work–family conflict (WFC) and anxiety as well as the link between job satisfaction and anxiety among nurses. However, the role of job satisfaction plays in the relationship between work–family conflict and anxiety remains relatively unexplored. Methods In April 2021, a cross-sectional sur…
The pattern from the first three rounds of vaccination: Declining vaccination rates
Introduction Vaccination rates for the COVID-19 vaccine have recently been stagnant worldwide. We aim to analyze the potential patterns of vaccination development from the first three doses to reveal the possible trends of the next round of vaccination and further explore the factors influencing vaccination in the selected populations. Methods On July 2022, a stratified multistage random sampling method in the survey was conducted to select 6,781…
Temporal changes in factors associated with Covid-19 vaccine hesitancy among Chinese adults: Repeated nationally representative survey
The prevalence of COVID-19 VH was relatively low in the baseline survey and much higher in the follow-up survey, with a significant increase in hesitancy rates among mainland Chinese residents. Acknowledging the substantial impact on the shaping of COVID-19 VH, one must consider factors including perceived severity, susceptibility, vaccination barriers, and self-efficacy
A study on the current state and equity level of the health promotion service demands among older adults in China
Compared to the maximum level, the total DOAHPS level was found to be moderate, although the demands of urban seniors with higher levels of education may be substantially greater. The observed inequities in the allocation of DOAHPS were primarily related to differences in education level and pre-retirement occupation within group. To better address health promotion services for older adults, policymakers could target older males with low educatio…
A study on the equity of self-rated health of older adults at the family level
The SHOAFL was found to be generally but more inclined towards urban families with high incomes and a short time to medical service institution. The observed disparities in SHOA among family members were mostly attributable to differences in health insurance and pre-retirement occupations. The status and equality of SHOAFL may be improved if policymakers prioritize making services more accessible to older rural residents with low incomes. Concurr…
Quantifying the benefits of healthy lifestyle behaviors and emotional expressivity in lowering the risk of Covid-19 infection: A national survey of Chinese population
The overall COVID-19 infection rate among residents is at a medium level. Residents' increasing stress and decreasing frequency in wearing masks and washing hands and keeping distance contribute to increasing risk of infection, residents should increase the frequency of mask-wearing, practice hand hygiene, keep safe distance from others, ensure stable emotional state, minimize psychological stress, providing evidence support for future responses …
Current state, equality level and trends of self-rated health among old adults with intact physical condition
The SHOA with IPC was shown to be better and was primarily influenced by age and communication methods. The observed effect of SHOA on health literacy was negative and lasting. To improve SHOA with IPC even further, policymakers could consider promoting the use of modern and convenient communication methods (such as smartphones) through training and purchasing subsidies, as well as focusing on increasing sustained attention and promoting health l…
How urban versus rural residency relates to Covid-19 vaccine hesitancy: A large-scale national Chinese study
Gender disparities in physical, psychological, and cognitive multimorbidity among elderly hypertensive populations in rural regions
Physical, psychological, and cognitive disorders, along with their various multimorbid combinations, significantly impact the elderly hypertensive population. Prioritizing a healthy lifestyle is essential to mitigate multimorbidity risks. Considering that the prevalence of multimorbidity is higher in women than in men with hypertension, sufficient sleep, maintaining a healthy waist circumference, and medication adherence are vital for managing bl…
Factors influencing health service utilization among 19,869 China’s migrant population: An empirical study based on the Andersen behavioral model
Background: With the surge in population migration across China, particularly from rural to urban regions, the migrant population encounters unique challenges in accessing healthcare services. This study addresses the gap in health service utilization among migrants, specifically examining their engagement with basic public health services and the factors that impact these interactions. Methods: In the year 2023, a cross-sectional survey was carr…
Influence of lifestyles on physical, psychological, and cognitive co-morbidity among older adults with diabetes in rural area
Background: The association between lifestyles and the co-occurrence of physical, psychological, and cognitive conditions in older adults living with diabetes, especially in rural settings, remains unclear. This study investigated the prevalence of co-morbidity and their association with lifestyle in a rural population of older adults with diabetes. Methods: From 1st July to 31 August 2023, a cross-sectional study based on the whole cluster sampl…
Association between lifestyle behaviors and body mass index with blood pressure classifications among older adults with hypertension in China
Objective This study aimed to examine the association between lifestyle behaviors and body mass index (BMI) along with their potential interactions with the severity of blood pressure (BP) classifications among older adults with hypertension. Methods Among 17,441 participants, lifestyle behaviors were assessed, including smoking, drinking, dietary patterns, physical activity, and sleeping. Multinomial logistic regression was used to examine the a…
Association between internet usage and healthcare expenditure among middle-aged and older Chinese adults with chronic diseases: The role of self-rated health
These findings highlight internet usage is associated with a lower expenditure burden of middle-aged and older adults with chronic diseases in China, mediated by high self-rated health. In addition, urban-rural disparities in the association between internet usage and healthcare expenditure are significant
The association of lifestyle with cardiovascular and all-cause mortality based on machine learning: A prospective study from the NHANES
We develop a ML model based on lifestyle behaviors to predict all-cause and cardiovascular mortality. The developed model offers valuable insights for the assessment of individual lifestyle-related risks. It applies to individuals, healthcare professionals, and policymakers to make informed decisions
Evaluating the differences in healthy lifestyle behaviors between Chinese urban and rural residency after the termination of social distancing: Analysis based on propensity score matching
After the termination of social distancing, the overall healthy lifestyle behaviors of Chinese residents were found to be at a medium level. Urban residents have a better healthy lifestyle behavior compared to their rural counterparts. It is essential to prioritize efforts towards enhancing the healthy lifestyle behaviors of rural residents
Spatial heterogeneity of blood pressure control and its influencing factors in elderly patients with essential hypertension: A small-scale spatial analysis
This underscores the need to implement hypertension management services according to local conditions in terms of strengthening the weight management of patients in urban communities and the guidance of physical activity in rural communities. The government should increase financial investment in medical and health care in rural communities and reduce the burden of health costs. This study proves that the geospatial approach can provide objective…
Bridging knowledge gaps for healthy China 2030 plan: A province-wide assessment of primary healthcare workers' competencies and training preferences in Henan, China
Background: Primary healthcare workers (PHCWs) are foundational to equitable health service delivery. In 2016, China launched the Healthy China 2030 plan, the first medium- to long-term national health strategy which elevates disease prevention, health promotion and universal coverage as national priorities. Addressing knowledge gaps in the PHC workforce is therefore essential to achieving the plan's goal of raising average life expectancy to 79 …
Medicine (23 works) · Environmental health (19 works) · Demography (16 works) · Logistic regression (13 works) · Population (13 works) · Demography (10 works) · Internal Medicine (10 works) · Public health (10 works) · China (9 works) · Gerontology (9 works)