Anan S Jarab
Biographic Data
| ID | 5675744 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Anan S Jarab |
| GIVEN NAMES | Anan S |
| FAMILY NAME | Jarab |
| SIGNATURE | JARAB A S |
| AFFILIATIONS | Jordan University of Science and Technology |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-0416-506X |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 13 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 13 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2019 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Public knowledge, attitudes, and barriers to cancer screening in the UAE
Background and objectives: Despite the proven benefits of early cancer detection in reducing disease-related complications and deaths, participation in cancer screening programs varies across population and is influenced by multiple individual and systemic-level factors. Understanding knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding cancer screening is essential to inform effective public health strategies, Therefore, this study aimed to assess these…
Public knowledge, attitudes, and barriers to gastric cancer screening in the UAE
Introduction Gastric cancer is a major cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide, and early detection through screening can improve outcomes. In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), incidence is relatively low, but late-stage diagnosis, limited public awareness and no dedicated national screening programme remain concerns. This study examined knowledge, attitudes, perceived barriers and factors associated with screening uptake among UAE residents.Th…
Validation of the Arabic eHealth literacy questionnaire
Introduction: Amidst the rapid digitalization of healthcare, there is a need for tools that accurately assess eHealth literacy across cultural contexts. This study focused on the validation of an Arabic version of the eHealth Literacy Questionnaire (eHLQ), a tool to facilitate patient engagement and health outcomes in digital healthcare. Method: Using a convenience sampling method, the study recruited a diverse sample of 657 participants from Jor…
The Development of Standardized National Head Circumference Growth Charts for Jordanian Children Aged 0–5 Years
Background: Head circumference (HC) is a key indicator of growth and brain development in children, used to identify abnormalities like microcephaly and macrocephaly. While WHO growth standards are widely adopted, they may not account for regional variations due to genetic, environmental, and socio-economic factors. This study aimed to develop and validate national HC growth charts for Jordanian children aged 0-5 years and compare them with WHO s…
Medication Adherence and Beliefs about HIV Treatment in Jordan
Exploring the pharmacist’s role in pregnancy care
Pregnant women often worry about medication effects on their unborn child, leading to inadequate care and potential risks to maternal and fetal health. Research on community pharmacists' role in prenatal care is limited. This cross-sectional study used a validated, self-administered survey distributed to 405 pharmacists across the United Arab Emirates to evaluate their perceptions, practices, competencies, and barriers in pregnancy care. Data wer…
Hurdles in the personalized medicine implementation path
Numerous efforts worldwide are geared towards integrating whole genome sequencing (WGS) tests into diagnostic clinical practice. However, in many countries, awareness and perception towards WGS among the consumer public is unexamined. This cross-sectional study disseminated a validated survey online to the public across the UAE using a convenience sampling technique. The survey evaluated socio-demographics, knowledge, and attitudes towards whole …
Pharmacists' knowledge and attitudes regarding their role in depression management
This study aimed to evaluate community pharmacists' knowledge, attitudes, practices, and obstacles concerning depression management, as well as the factors linked to their attitudes and practices. This cross-sectional study surveyed 407 community pharmacists using convenience sampling. Participants completed a validated questionnaire administered in person by a research pharmacist. A quantile regression was performed to investigate the factors as…
Assessing mental health literacy in Jordan
Background: Mental health literacy (MHL) research in Jordan is sparse and validated MHL measures are lacking. The present study validated a Jordanian version of the Mental Health Literacy Scale (MHLS) and examined Jordanian individuals' MHL. Method: A Google Forms survey was designed, and the link was shared through various Jordanian social media platforms. Factor analysis and Rasch analysis were performed to validate the Jordanian version of the…
Faculties’ Satisfaction With Distance Education During Covid-19 Outbreak in Jordan
Although online teaching has been implemented worldwide, specifically in higher education, resistance to technology use exists, as faculty members may lack technology familiarity and may require both guidance and training. The present study evaluated faculty members’ satisfaction towards distance teaching as imposed during the COVID-19 pandemic. An online survey which evaluated socio-demographics and faculties ‘satisfaction toward distance educat…
Covid-19 Vaccination Acceptance and Its Associated Factors Among a Middle Eastern Population
Background: The Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is a major threat to public health and has had a significant impact on all aspects of life. An effective vaccine is the most anticipated resolution. This study aims to evaluate Jordanian intent to be vaccinated. Methods: This is a cross-sectional web-based study. Sample characteristics were gathered, and the participants were classified according to the degree of COVID-19 risk based on …
Variables associated with poor health-related quality of life among patients with dyslipidemia in Jordan
Health-related quality of life and its associated factors among patients with angina in Jordan
The HRQOL has considerable scope for improvement for patients with angina in Jordan. Female gender, elevated FBS, and decreased HDL levels were significantly associated with poor HRQoL in the present study
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Health-related quality of life and its associated factors among patients with angina in Jordan
The HRQOL has considerable scope for improvement for patients with angina in Jordan. Female gender, elevated FBS, and decreased HDL levels were significantly associated with poor HRQoL in the present study
Covid-19 Vaccination Acceptance and Its Associated Factors Among a Middle Eastern Population
Background: The Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is a major threat to public health and has had a significant impact on all aspects of life. An effective vaccine is the most anticipated resolution. This study aims to evaluate Jordanian intent to be vaccinated. Methods: This is a cross-sectional web-based study. Sample characteristics were gathered, and the participants were classified according to the degree of COVID-19 risk based on …
Variables associated with poor health-related quality of life among patients with dyslipidemia in Jordan
Faculties’ Satisfaction With Distance Education During Covid-19 Outbreak in Jordan
Although online teaching has been implemented worldwide, specifically in higher education, resistance to technology use exists, as faculty members may lack technology familiarity and may require both guidance and training. The present study evaluated faculty members’ satisfaction towards distance teaching as imposed during the COVID-19 pandemic. An online survey which evaluated socio-demographics and faculties ‘satisfaction toward distance educat…
Assessing mental health literacy in Jordan
Background: Mental health literacy (MHL) research in Jordan is sparse and validated MHL measures are lacking. The present study validated a Jordanian version of the Mental Health Literacy Scale (MHLS) and examined Jordanian individuals' MHL. Method: A Google Forms survey was designed, and the link was shared through various Jordanian social media platforms. Factor analysis and Rasch analysis were performed to validate the Jordanian version of the…
Validation of the Arabic eHealth literacy questionnaire
Introduction: Amidst the rapid digitalization of healthcare, there is a need for tools that accurately assess eHealth literacy across cultural contexts. This study focused on the validation of an Arabic version of the eHealth Literacy Questionnaire (eHLQ), a tool to facilitate patient engagement and health outcomes in digital healthcare. Method: Using a convenience sampling method, the study recruited a diverse sample of 657 participants from Jor…
The Development of Standardized National Head Circumference Growth Charts for Jordanian Children Aged 0–5 Years
Background: Head circumference (HC) is a key indicator of growth and brain development in children, used to identify abnormalities like microcephaly and macrocephaly. While WHO growth standards are widely adopted, they may not account for regional variations due to genetic, environmental, and socio-economic factors. This study aimed to develop and validate national HC growth charts for Jordanian children aged 0-5 years and compare them with WHO s…
Medication Adherence and Beliefs about HIV Treatment in Jordan
Exploring the pharmacist’s role in pregnancy care
Pregnant women often worry about medication effects on their unborn child, leading to inadequate care and potential risks to maternal and fetal health. Research on community pharmacists' role in prenatal care is limited. This cross-sectional study used a validated, self-administered survey distributed to 405 pharmacists across the United Arab Emirates to evaluate their perceptions, practices, competencies, and barriers in pregnancy care. Data wer…
Hurdles in the personalized medicine implementation path
Numerous efforts worldwide are geared towards integrating whole genome sequencing (WGS) tests into diagnostic clinical practice. However, in many countries, awareness and perception towards WGS among the consumer public is unexamined. This cross-sectional study disseminated a validated survey online to the public across the UAE using a convenience sampling technique. The survey evaluated socio-demographics, knowledge, and attitudes towards whole …
Pharmacists' knowledge and attitudes regarding their role in depression management
This study aimed to evaluate community pharmacists' knowledge, attitudes, practices, and obstacles concerning depression management, as well as the factors linked to their attitudes and practices. This cross-sectional study surveyed 407 community pharmacists using convenience sampling. Participants completed a validated questionnaire administered in person by a research pharmacist. A quantile regression was performed to investigate the factors as…
Public knowledge, attitudes, and barriers to cancer screening in the UAE
Background and objectives: Despite the proven benefits of early cancer detection in reducing disease-related complications and deaths, participation in cancer screening programs varies across population and is influenced by multiple individual and systemic-level factors. Understanding knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding cancer screening is essential to inform effective public health strategies, Therefore, this study aimed to assess these…
Public knowledge, attitudes, and barriers to gastric cancer screening in the UAE
Introduction Gastric cancer is a major cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide, and early detection through screening can improve outcomes. In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), incidence is relatively low, but late-stage diagnosis, limited public awareness and no dedicated national screening programme remain concerns. This study examined knowledge, attitudes, perceived barriers and factors associated with screening uptake among UAE residents.Th…
Medicine (10 works) · Psychology (6 works) · Public health (5 works) · Environmental health (4 works) · Internal Medicine (4 works) · Population (4 works) · Cross-sectional study (3 works) · Disease (3 works) · Family medicine (3 works) · Nursing (3 works)