Sabuj Kanti Mistry
Biographic Data
| ID | 5420299 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Sabuj Kanti Mistry |
| GIVEN NAMES | Sabuj Kanti |
| FAMILY NAME | Mistry |
| SIGNATURE | MISTRY S K |
| AFFILIATIONS | Daffodil International University |
| ORCID | 0000-0001-6100-6076 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 32 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 2 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 32 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2019 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 1 |
Physical activity levels and associated factors among Rohingya older adults living in the refugee camp in Bangladesh
Physical inactivity increases with age, yet evidence on physical activity (PA) among older adults affected by forced displacement remains scarce, particularly in refugee camp settings. We aimed to assess PA levels and identify associated factors among Rohingya older adults aged ≥60 years living in refugee camps in Southern Bangladesh. A cross-sectional survey was conducted between May and August 2024. PA was assessed using the Physical Activity V…
Community Health Workers' and Pharmacists' Perspectives of a CHW‐Pharmacist Collaboration Model to Support Medication Adherence
INTRODUCTION: Interprofessional collaboration is key in supporting patient medication adherence. Community health workers (CHWs) can bridge the gap between community and health services and can collaborate with pharmacists to support medication adherence. A collaborative CHW-pharmacist practice model was developed in the United States of America (USA), where CHWs and pharmacists collaborate to develop an action plan to address medication adherenc…
Barriers and Facilitators to Accessing Preventive Services for Chronic Diseases Among People From Bangladeshi and Nepalese Backgrounds Living in Sydney
BACKGROUND: People from Bangladeshi and Nepalese origin living in Australia experience a disproportionate burden of chronic diseases, such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. Although preventive services are essential to reduce the burden of chronic diseases, existing evidence indicates that these communities encounter unique migration, socioeconomic and health system-level challenges that impede their access to existing preventive services …
Interprofessional Collaboration Between Community Health Workers and Pharmacists
BACKGROUND: Community health workers (CHWs) can bridge the gap between health and social services and the communities they serve. CHWs can work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, such as pharmacists, in addressing peoples' social determinants of health. However, little is known about how CHWs and pharmacists collaborate. We aimed to explore the interprofessional collaboration between pharmacists and CHWs in Australia and New Zealand a…
Prevalence and determinants of multimorbidity among resettled Bhutanese older adults in Ohio, USA
Multimorbidity, the presence of two or more chronic conditions, is a significant global health issue, especially among older adults. Accelerated aging and a myriad of stressor factors related to displacement and socio-economic disadvantage position profoundly exacerbate physical health and well-being problems among refugees, including resettled Bhutanese older adults. Despite these risks, research on multimorbidity burden and its determinants amo…
The Impact of a Peer Support Program on the Social and Emotional Wellbeing of Postgraduate Health Students During Covid-19
Peer support is a widely adopted strategy in higher education, facilitating student engagement in socially safe groups to enhance knowledge and social skills. While its benefits are recognized during in-person education, evidence supporting these benefits in an online format of study, especially among postgraduate health students, remains scarce. This study explored the impact of a peersupport program on the social and emotional well-being of pos…
Peer Support for Improving Student Engagement and Learning Outcomes in Postgraduate Public Health and Health Sciences
Peer support is a widely recognized approach in higher education, improving learning efficiency, facilitating the exchange of knowledge, and helping students transition into university life through mutual help and collaboration. However, the evidence on the impact of peer support for an online study format, specifically in the context of postgraduate public health and health science students, is limited. This study evaluates a peer support progra…
Depressive symptoms among resettled Bhutanese older adults in Ohio
Approximately one-third (31.8%) of the participants had depressive symptoms. Factors associated with lower odds of having depressive symptoms included better self-reported health, strong social support, life satisfaction, and high resilience. Individuals with chronic diseases were more likely to have depressive symptoms. The high percentage of depressive symptoms among resettled Bhutanese older adults emphasizes the need for a supportive environm…
Perceived Social Support Among Older Adults Residing in the Rohingya Refugee Camp in Bangladesh
Background Older refugees often experience limited support due to restricted mobility, scarce resources and limited attention to their needs. This study examined perceived social support and its determinants among older adults living in the Rohingya refugee camp in Bangladesh. Methods A cross‐sectional survey was conducted among Rohingya older adults aged ≥ 60 years in five subcamps of Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, between November and December 2021. …
Covid-19-related stigma among older adults residing in the Rohingya refugee camps in Bangladesh
Promotion of livelihood opportunities to address food insecurity in Rohingya refugee camps of Bangladesh
The world is facing a tremendous problem in the form of food insecurity that is posing a great challenge to achieving sustainable development goal 2 of creating a hunger-free world. Refugees and displaced populations are particularly vulnerable to food insecurity and malnutrition, who lack any productive assets and depend on aid. Rohingya refugees, displaced from Myanmar and took refuge in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, live in a crowded unhealthy envi…
Anxiety and Stress Related to Covid-19 Among the Community Dwelling Older Adults Residing in the Largest Refugee Camp of the World
The current cross-sectional study was conducted among 864 older adults aged ≥ 60 years residing in Rohingya refugee camp through face-to-face interviews during November–December 2021. COVID-19-related anxiety was measured using the five-point Coronavirus Anxiety Scale (CAS) and perceived stress using the 10-point Perceived Stress Scale (PSS). The linear regression model identified the factors associated with COVID-19-related anxiety and perceived…
Exploring the beliefs and experiences with regard to Covid-19 vaccine hesitancy and acceptance in a slum of Karachi, Pakistan
The COVID-19-related misinformation and vaccine hesitancy is a widespread global concern and a recognized public health problem in Pakistan. The current research sought to explore the beliefs and experiences with regard to COVID-19, including vaccine hesitancy and acceptance, in a slum of Karachi, Pakistan. This study used an interpretivist epistemological approach for data collection and employed in-depth interviews (IDIs) and focus group discus…
Stigma toward people with Covid-19 among Bangladeshi older adults
The onset of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic and its overwhelming physical and mental health burden can result in stigmatization toward the disease and those affected. This study aimed to measure the prevalence of COVID-19-related stigma and its associated factors among older people in Bangladesh. This cross-sectional study was conducted among 1,045 Bangladeshi older adults aged 60 years and above through telephone interviews in Septe…
Assessment of non-communicable disease related lifestyle risk factors among adult population in Bangladesh
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), which can largely be prevented by controlling avoidable lifestyle-related risk factors, are rapidly penetrating the entire world, including developing countries. The present study aimed to assess NCD lifestyle risk factors among the adult population in Bangladesh. The data used in the study were collected as part of a population-based cross-sectional survey covering rural and urban areas of Bangladesh conducted i…
The burden of chronic diseases and patients' preference for healthcare services among adult patients suffering from chronic diseases in Bangladesh
BACKGROUND: Low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) have a disproportionately high burden of chronic diseases, with inequalities in health care access and quality services. This study aimed to assess patients' preferences for healthcare services for chronic disease management among adult patients in Bangladesh. METHODS: The present analysis was conducted among 10,385 patients suffering from chronic diseases, drawn from the latest Household Incom…
Ensuring the global Covid-19 vaccine equity
Lockdowns and other COVID-19 containment measures enforced to kerb the pandemic have had a massive impact on the overall growth of the world. Income-generating activities have been reduced, but the impact is more consequential among the low- and middle-income countries. The disproportionate access to vaccines between wealthy and poor countries has resulted in 'vaccine apartheid.' An 'every-country-for-itself' approach or 'vaccine nationalism' cou…
Trends in Complementary Feeding Indicators and Intake from Specific Food Groups among Children Aged 6–23 Months in Bangladesh
The present study aims to comprehensively analyse trends in complementary feeding indicators (Introduction of solid, semi-solid, and soft foods at 6-8 months (INTRO), Minimum Dietary Diversity (MDD), Minimum Meal Frequency (MMF) and Minimum Acceptable Diet (MAD)) among children aged 6-23 months in Bangladesh. The study used data from four rounds (2007, 2011, 2014, and 2017-2018) of nationally representative Bangladesh Demographic and Health Surve…
Changes in Prevalence and Determinants of Self-Reported Hypertension among Bangladeshi Older Adults during the Covid-19 Pandemic
The present study aimed to assess the changes in the prevalence and determinants of self-reported hypertension among older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh. This repeated cross-sectional study was conducted on two successive occasions (October 2020 and September 2021), overlapping the first and second waves of the COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh. The survey was conducted through telephone interviews among Bangladeshi older adults…
Prevalence and determinants of hypertension among urban slum dwellers in Bangladesh
The findings highlight a high burden of hypertension and poor management of it among the slum dwellers in Bangladesh requiring a novel approach to improve care. It is integral to effectively implement the available national non-communicable disease (NCD) control guidelines and redesign the current urban primary health care system to have better coordination
Implications of updated protocol for classification of childhood malnutrition and service delivery in world’s largest refugee camp amid this Covid-19 pandemic
Objectives: During the COVID-19 pandemic, the authorities made a change in the classification of malnutrition and concomitant service delivery protocol among the Rohingya children, residing in world’s largest refugee camp, located in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. In this paper, we discussed the potential implications of this updated protocol on the malnutrition status among children residing in the Rohingya camps. Design: This paper reviewed relevant …
Scoping the needs, roles and implementation of bilingual community navigators in general practice settings
This research aimed to explore the needs, potential roles and implementation of Bilingual Community Navigators (BCNs) in providing navigation support for patients in general practice settings in Australia. A total of 19 participants (general practitioners, practice managers, practice nurses and receptionists) from five general practices in Sydney where most of the patients spoke a language other than English were interviewed about their views on …
Community Health Workers Can Provide Psychosocial Support to the People During Covid-19 and Beyond in Low- and Middle- Income Countries
The COVID-19 pandemic has been the most challenging public health issue which not only affected the physical health of the global population but also aggravated the mental health conditions such as stress, anxiety, fear, depression and anger. While mental health services are seriously hampered amid this COVID-19 pandemic, health services, particularly those of Low- and Middle- Income Countries (LMICs) are looking for alternatives to provide psych…
Difficulties faced by older Rohingya (forcibly displaced Myanmar nationals) adults in accessing medical services amid the Covid-19 pandemic in Bangladesh
BACKGROUND: COVID-19 has seriously disrupted health services in many countries including Bangladesh. This research aimed to explore whether Rohingya (forcefully displaced Myanmar nationals) older adults in Bangladesh faced difficulties accessing medicines and routine medical care services amid this pandemic. METHODS: This cross-sectional study was conducted among 416 Rohingya older adults aged 60 years and above residing in Rohingya refugee camps…
Recognizing the roles of primary health care in addressing non-communicable diseases in low- and middle-income countries
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), a leading cause of global morbidity and mortality, are key challenges to achieving the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. Looking at trends over the years, the surge in NCDs is anticipated to continue, with the greatest impact on the poor and marginalized groups, mainly from low and middle-income countries (LMICs) [1]. During the COVID-19 pandemic, people with one or more underlying NCDs were particularly vulner…
Anxiety and Stress Related to Covid-19 Among the Community Dwelling Older Adults Residing in the Largest Refugee Camp of the World
The current cross-sectional study was conducted among 864 older adults aged ≥ 60 years residing in Rohingya refugee camp through face-to-face interviews during November–December 2021. COVID-19-related anxiety was measured using the five-point Coronavirus Anxiety Scale (CAS) and perceived stress using the 10-point Perceived Stress Scale (PSS). The linear regression model identified the factors associated with COVID-19-related anxiety and perceived…
Breastfeeding is a protective factor for overweight/obesity among young children in Bangladesh
Individual - , maternal- and household-level factors associated with stunting among children aged 0–23 months in Bangladesh
Objective Childhood stunting remains a major public health concern in Bangladesh. To accelerate the reduction rate of stunting, special focus is required during the first 23 months of a child’s life when the bulk of growth takes place. Therefore the present study explored individual-, maternal- and household-level factors associated with stunting among children under 2 years of age in Bangladesh. Design Data were collected through a nationwide cr…
A Syndemic Perspective on the Management of Non-communicable Diseases Amid the Covid-19 Pandemic in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
The global coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has greatly affected the lives of people living with non-communicable diseases (PLWNCDs). The health of PLWNCDs worsens when synergistic epidemics or "syndemics" occur due to the interaction between socioecological and biological factors, resulting in adverse outcomes. These interactions can affect the physical, emotional, and social well-being of PLWNCDs. In this paper, we discuss the effects of…
Breastfeeding is a protective factor for overweight/obesity among young children in Bangladesh
Community Health Workers Can Provide Psychosocial Support to the People During Covid-19 and Beyond in Low- and Middle- Income Countries
The COVID-19 pandemic has been the most challenging public health issue which not only affected the physical health of the global population but also aggravated the mental health conditions such as stress, anxiety, fear, depression and anger. While mental health services are seriously hampered amid this COVID-19 pandemic, health services, particularly those of Low- and Middle- Income Countries (LMICs) are looking for alternatives to provide psych…
Difficulties faced by older Rohingya (forcibly displaced Myanmar nationals) adults in accessing medical services amid the Covid-19 pandemic in Bangladesh
BACKGROUND: COVID-19 has seriously disrupted health services in many countries including Bangladesh. This research aimed to explore whether Rohingya (forcefully displaced Myanmar nationals) older adults in Bangladesh faced difficulties accessing medicines and routine medical care services amid this pandemic. METHODS: This cross-sectional study was conducted among 416 Rohingya older adults aged 60 years and above residing in Rohingya refugee camps…
Recognizing the roles of primary health care in addressing non-communicable diseases in low- and middle-income countries
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), a leading cause of global morbidity and mortality, are key challenges to achieving the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. Looking at trends over the years, the surge in NCDs is anticipated to continue, with the greatest impact on the poor and marginalized groups, mainly from low and middle-income countries (LMICs) [1]. During the COVID-19 pandemic, people with one or more underlying NCDs were particularly vulner…
Exploring fear of Covid-19 and its correlates among older adults in Bangladesh
OBJECTIVE: This study was aimed to assess the perceived fear of COVID-19 and its associated factors among older adults in Bangladesh. METHODS: This cross-sectional study was conducted in October 2020 among 1032 older Bangladeshi adults aged ≥60 years. A semi-structured questionnaire was used to collect information on participants' characteristics and COVID-19 related information. Perceived fear of COVID-19 was measured using the seven-item Fear o…
Prevalence and correlates of depressive symptoms among Rohingya (forcibly displaced Myanmar nationals or FDMNs) older adults in Bangladesh amid the Covid-19 pandemic
DS are highly prevalent in older Rohingya FDMNs during COVID-19. The findings of the present study call for immediate arrangement of mental health care services and highlight policy implications to ensure the well-being of older FDMNs
Changes in Tobacco Use Patterns during Covid-19 and Their Correlates among Older Adults in Bangladesh
The present study explored the changes in tobacco use patterns during the COVID-19 pandemic and their correlates among older adults in Bangladesh. This cross-sectional study was conducted among 1032 older adults aged ≥60 years in Bangladesh through telephone interviews in October 2020. Participants' characteristics and COVID-19-related information were gathered using a pretested semi-structured questionnaire. Participants were asked if they noted…
Perceived Change in Tobacco Use and Its Associated Factors among Older Adults Residing in Rohingya Refugee Camps during the Covid-19 Pandemic in Bangladesh
This study explored the perceived change in tobacco use during the COVID-19 pandemic and its associated factors among older adults residing in Rohingya refugee camps, also referred to as Forcibly Displaced Myanmar Nationals in Bangladesh. The study followed a cross-sectional design and was conducted in October 2020 among 416 older adults aged 60 years and above. A purposive sampling technique was applied to identify eligible participants, and fac…
Exploring the beliefs and experiences with regard to Covid-19 vaccine hesitancy and acceptance in a slum of Karachi, Pakistan
The COVID-19-related misinformation and vaccine hesitancy is a widespread global concern and a recognized public health problem in Pakistan. The current research sought to explore the beliefs and experiences with regard to COVID-19, including vaccine hesitancy and acceptance, in a slum of Karachi, Pakistan. This study used an interpretivist epistemological approach for data collection and employed in-depth interviews (IDIs) and focus group discus…
Stigma toward people with Covid-19 among Bangladeshi older adults
The onset of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic and its overwhelming physical and mental health burden can result in stigmatization toward the disease and those affected. This study aimed to measure the prevalence of COVID-19-related stigma and its associated factors among older people in Bangladesh. This cross-sectional study was conducted among 1,045 Bangladeshi older adults aged 60 years and above through telephone interviews in Septe…
Assessment of non-communicable disease related lifestyle risk factors among adult population in Bangladesh
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), which can largely be prevented by controlling avoidable lifestyle-related risk factors, are rapidly penetrating the entire world, including developing countries. The present study aimed to assess NCD lifestyle risk factors among the adult population in Bangladesh. The data used in the study were collected as part of a population-based cross-sectional survey covering rural and urban areas of Bangladesh conducted i…
The burden of chronic diseases and patients' preference for healthcare services among adult patients suffering from chronic diseases in Bangladesh
BACKGROUND: Low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) have a disproportionately high burden of chronic diseases, with inequalities in health care access and quality services. This study aimed to assess patients' preferences for healthcare services for chronic disease management among adult patients in Bangladesh. METHODS: The present analysis was conducted among 10,385 patients suffering from chronic diseases, drawn from the latest Household Incom…
Ensuring the global Covid-19 vaccine equity
Lockdowns and other COVID-19 containment measures enforced to kerb the pandemic have had a massive impact on the overall growth of the world. Income-generating activities have been reduced, but the impact is more consequential among the low- and middle-income countries. The disproportionate access to vaccines between wealthy and poor countries has resulted in 'vaccine apartheid.' An 'every-country-for-itself' approach or 'vaccine nationalism' cou…
Trends in Complementary Feeding Indicators and Intake from Specific Food Groups among Children Aged 6–23 Months in Bangladesh
The present study aims to comprehensively analyse trends in complementary feeding indicators (Introduction of solid, semi-solid, and soft foods at 6-8 months (INTRO), Minimum Dietary Diversity (MDD), Minimum Meal Frequency (MMF) and Minimum Acceptable Diet (MAD)) among children aged 6-23 months in Bangladesh. The study used data from four rounds (2007, 2011, 2014, and 2017-2018) of nationally representative Bangladesh Demographic and Health Surve…
Changes in Prevalence and Determinants of Self-Reported Hypertension among Bangladeshi Older Adults during the Covid-19 Pandemic
The present study aimed to assess the changes in the prevalence and determinants of self-reported hypertension among older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh. This repeated cross-sectional study was conducted on two successive occasions (October 2020 and September 2021), overlapping the first and second waves of the COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh. The survey was conducted through telephone interviews among Bangladeshi older adults…
Prevalence and determinants of hypertension among urban slum dwellers in Bangladesh
The findings highlight a high burden of hypertension and poor management of it among the slum dwellers in Bangladesh requiring a novel approach to improve care. It is integral to effectively implement the available national non-communicable disease (NCD) control guidelines and redesign the current urban primary health care system to have better coordination
Implications of updated protocol for classification of childhood malnutrition and service delivery in world’s largest refugee camp amid this Covid-19 pandemic
Objectives: During the COVID-19 pandemic, the authorities made a change in the classification of malnutrition and concomitant service delivery protocol among the Rohingya children, residing in world’s largest refugee camp, located in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. In this paper, we discussed the potential implications of this updated protocol on the malnutrition status among children residing in the Rohingya camps. Design: This paper reviewed relevant …
Scoping the needs, roles and implementation of bilingual community navigators in general practice settings
This research aimed to explore the needs, potential roles and implementation of Bilingual Community Navigators (BCNs) in providing navigation support for patients in general practice settings in Australia. A total of 19 participants (general practitioners, practice managers, practice nurses and receptionists) from five general practices in Sydney where most of the patients spoke a language other than English were interviewed about their views on …
Covid-19-related stigma among older adults residing in the Rohingya refugee camps in Bangladesh
Promotion of livelihood opportunities to address food insecurity in Rohingya refugee camps of Bangladesh
The world is facing a tremendous problem in the form of food insecurity that is posing a great challenge to achieving sustainable development goal 2 of creating a hunger-free world. Refugees and displaced populations are particularly vulnerable to food insecurity and malnutrition, who lack any productive assets and depend on aid. Rohingya refugees, displaced from Myanmar and took refuge in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, live in a crowded unhealthy envi…
Anxiety and Stress Related to Covid-19 Among the Community Dwelling Older Adults Residing in the Largest Refugee Camp of the World
The current cross-sectional study was conducted among 864 older adults aged ≥ 60 years residing in Rohingya refugee camp through face-to-face interviews during November–December 2021. COVID-19-related anxiety was measured using the five-point Coronavirus Anxiety Scale (CAS) and perceived stress using the 10-point Perceived Stress Scale (PSS). The linear regression model identified the factors associated with COVID-19-related anxiety and perceived…
The Impact of a Peer Support Program on the Social and Emotional Wellbeing of Postgraduate Health Students During Covid-19
Peer support is a widely adopted strategy in higher education, facilitating student engagement in socially safe groups to enhance knowledge and social skills. While its benefits are recognized during in-person education, evidence supporting these benefits in an online format of study, especially among postgraduate health students, remains scarce. This study explored the impact of a peersupport program on the social and emotional well-being of pos…
Peer Support for Improving Student Engagement and Learning Outcomes in Postgraduate Public Health and Health Sciences
Peer support is a widely recognized approach in higher education, improving learning efficiency, facilitating the exchange of knowledge, and helping students transition into university life through mutual help and collaboration. However, the evidence on the impact of peer support for an online study format, specifically in the context of postgraduate public health and health science students, is limited. This study evaluates a peer support progra…
Medicine (25 works) · Environmental health (15 works) · Public health (14 works) · Pandemic (13 works) · COVID-19 and Mental Health (10 works) · Disease (10 works) · Migration, Health and Trauma (10 works) · Cross-sectional study (9 works) · Population (9 works) · Psychology (9 works)