Samar A Amer
Biographic Data
| ID | 7143798 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Samar A Amer |
| GIVEN NAMES | Samar A |
| FAMILY NAME | Amer |
| SIGNATURE | AMER S A |
| AFFILIATIONS | Zagazig University |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-9475-6372 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 13 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 13 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2020 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2025 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Virtual post-Covid-19 clinics in Saudi Arabia: Navigating the effect of the pandemic with a national project
Background: During the COVID-19 pandemic, digital health transformation in healthcare services has undergone significant changes, especially in Saudi Arabia (SA), which was one of the first countries not only to battle the COVID-19 pandemic but also extended to post-COVID-19 conditions (PCCs) through a national project to provide a virtual assessment to COVID-19 patients at least 4 weeks after infection. Therefore, we conducted this study from 16…
The journey of medical field students: Uncovering medical student syndrome, personality traits, and their interactions
Around one-third of the sample experienced preoccupation with fears of having a serious disease, with a trivial number of students meeting the criteria for anxiety disorder or hypochondriasis. More than one-third reported negative impacts on sleep, productivity, concentration, and heart rate. Females, Egyptian students, those from rural areas, and dentistry students had higher anxiety scores, whereas medical students had the lowest scores
Emotional contagion, anxiety, and depression during Covid-19: A survey from Egypt
The high prevalence of anxiety and depression during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly among women, youth, unmarried individuals, and those facing socioeconomic vulnerabilities, underscores an urgent need for culturally sensitive and targeted public mental health interventions in Egypt. Strengthening accessible support systems, integrating mental health into primary care, and addressing social determinants of distress could mitigate the long-te…
Maternal and paternal determinants of infant health: A cross-sectional study in four countries during the Covid-19 era
This study highlights the importance of socioeconomic factors, healthy parental lifestyle, and prenatal care in improving infant health outcomes. Public health initiatives should focus on promoting awareness of maternal health, early medical intervention, and socioeconomic support to enhance maternal and infant well-being. To explore the long-term impacts of these factors and develop targeted strategies for vulnerable populations, further researc…
Unveiling the influences of prenatal and maternal factors on the journey of an autistic child
ASD is a prevalent health condition that has many interrelationships with prenatal, maternal (medical, environmental, and psychosocial factors), and natal conditions. Prospective studies are essential for understanding and addressing these ASD risk factors
Unravelling the dilemma of self-medication in Egypt: A cross-sectional survey on knowledge, attitude, and practice of the general Egyptian population
SM is prevalent in Egypt, highlighting the importance of raising awareness and encouraging physician consultation as a priority. Governments, healthcare organizations, and educational institutions need to collaborate to provide the necessary support and resources
Exploring predictors and prevalence of postpartum depression among mothers: Multinational study
The frequency of PPD among the mothers varied significantly across different countries. PPD has many protective and potential factors. We recommend further research and screenings of PPD for all mothers to promote the well-being of the mothers and create a favorable environment for the newborn and all family members
Occupational Stress and Burnout Among Healthcare Workers in Saudi Arabia During the Covid-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a lot of stress for healthcare personnel. They are subjected to arduous and stressful working hours and may contract infection. The objectives of this study were to (i) assess the level of occupational stress and the prevalence of burnout among healthcare workers (HCWs) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia during the COVID-19 pandemic and (ii) to identify some sociodemographic characteristics and work-related factors th…
Prevalence and Determinants of Mobile Health Applications Usage: A National Descriptive Study
We aimed to determine the prevalence of MHAs' usage and explore the context and determinants of using MHAs among inhabitants in Saudi Arabia (SA). This cross-sectional study randomly selected 679 adult inhabitants from the 20 health regions in SA through an electronic, self-administered, well-structured, and validated Arabic questionnaire. The prevalence of using MHAs was 47.9%, and it was significantly higher among younger, Saudis, highly educat…
Covid-19 vaccine uptake among physicians during the second wave of Covid-19 pandemic: Attitude, intentions, and determinants: A cross-sectional study
Background Developed within a short period of time, the COVID-19 vaccine is not yet widely accepted among the public despite its availability, including by physicians, who are considered a vulnerable group. Methodology A descriptive cross-sectional study selected 436 governmental physicians from different specializations, representing four random administrative regions in Egypt. The data were collected through a self-administrated online question…
Cognitive, emotional, physical, and behavioral stress-related symptoms and coping strategies among university students during the third wave of Covid-19 pandemic
Stress and its related physical, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral symptoms are prevalent among university students. Most of the university students who were recruited reported that the COVID-19 pandemic badly affected their lives and used negative ways to deal with stress, like staying alone and sleeping too much. Positive ways to deal with stress, like seeing a therapist or meditating, were less common
Determinants of the Underlying Causes of Mortality during the First Wave of Covid-19 Pandemic in Saudi Arabia: A Descriptive National Study
NCDs mainly CVDs are the leading cause of death. The COVID-19 mortalities were mainly in males, and old age > 55 year. The lockdown was associated with a reduction in the NCDs and Road traffic accidents mortalities
Assessment of Preventative Measures Practice among Umrah Pilgrims in Saudi Arabia, 1440H-2019
Background: Annually, approximately 10 million pilgrims travel to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) for Umrah from more than 180 countries. This event presents major challenges for the Kingdom's public health sector, which strives to decrease the burden of infectious diseases and to adequately control their spread both in KSA and pilgrims home nations. The aims of the study were to assess preventative measures practice, including vaccination hist…
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Assessment of Preventative Measures Practice among Umrah Pilgrims in Saudi Arabia, 1440H-2019
Background: Annually, approximately 10 million pilgrims travel to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) for Umrah from more than 180 countries. This event presents major challenges for the Kingdom's public health sector, which strives to decrease the burden of infectious diseases and to adequately control their spread both in KSA and pilgrims home nations. The aims of the study were to assess preventative measures practice, including vaccination hist…
Determinants of the Underlying Causes of Mortality during the First Wave of Covid-19 Pandemic in Saudi Arabia: A Descriptive National Study
NCDs mainly CVDs are the leading cause of death. The COVID-19 mortalities were mainly in males, and old age > 55 year. The lockdown was associated with a reduction in the NCDs and Road traffic accidents mortalities
Prevalence and Determinants of Mobile Health Applications Usage: A National Descriptive Study
We aimed to determine the prevalence of MHAs' usage and explore the context and determinants of using MHAs among inhabitants in Saudi Arabia (SA). This cross-sectional study randomly selected 679 adult inhabitants from the 20 health regions in SA through an electronic, self-administered, well-structured, and validated Arabic questionnaire. The prevalence of using MHAs was 47.9%, and it was significantly higher among younger, Saudis, highly educat…
Covid-19 vaccine uptake among physicians during the second wave of Covid-19 pandemic: Attitude, intentions, and determinants: A cross-sectional study
Background Developed within a short period of time, the COVID-19 vaccine is not yet widely accepted among the public despite its availability, including by physicians, who are considered a vulnerable group. Methodology A descriptive cross-sectional study selected 436 governmental physicians from different specializations, representing four random administrative regions in Egypt. The data were collected through a self-administrated online question…
Cognitive, emotional, physical, and behavioral stress-related symptoms and coping strategies among university students during the third wave of Covid-19 pandemic
Stress and its related physical, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral symptoms are prevalent among university students. Most of the university students who were recruited reported that the COVID-19 pandemic badly affected their lives and used negative ways to deal with stress, like staying alone and sleeping too much. Positive ways to deal with stress, like seeing a therapist or meditating, were less common
Unveiling the influences of prenatal and maternal factors on the journey of an autistic child
ASD is a prevalent health condition that has many interrelationships with prenatal, maternal (medical, environmental, and psychosocial factors), and natal conditions. Prospective studies are essential for understanding and addressing these ASD risk factors
Unravelling the dilemma of self-medication in Egypt: A cross-sectional survey on knowledge, attitude, and practice of the general Egyptian population
SM is prevalent in Egypt, highlighting the importance of raising awareness and encouraging physician consultation as a priority. Governments, healthcare organizations, and educational institutions need to collaborate to provide the necessary support and resources
Exploring predictors and prevalence of postpartum depression among mothers: Multinational study
The frequency of PPD among the mothers varied significantly across different countries. PPD has many protective and potential factors. We recommend further research and screenings of PPD for all mothers to promote the well-being of the mothers and create a favorable environment for the newborn and all family members
Occupational Stress and Burnout Among Healthcare Workers in Saudi Arabia During the Covid-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a lot of stress for healthcare personnel. They are subjected to arduous and stressful working hours and may contract infection. The objectives of this study were to (i) assess the level of occupational stress and the prevalence of burnout among healthcare workers (HCWs) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia during the COVID-19 pandemic and (ii) to identify some sociodemographic characteristics and work-related factors th…
Virtual post-Covid-19 clinics in Saudi Arabia: Navigating the effect of the pandemic with a national project
Background: During the COVID-19 pandemic, digital health transformation in healthcare services has undergone significant changes, especially in Saudi Arabia (SA), which was one of the first countries not only to battle the COVID-19 pandemic but also extended to post-COVID-19 conditions (PCCs) through a national project to provide a virtual assessment to COVID-19 patients at least 4 weeks after infection. Therefore, we conducted this study from 16…
The journey of medical field students: Uncovering medical student syndrome, personality traits, and their interactions
Around one-third of the sample experienced preoccupation with fears of having a serious disease, with a trivial number of students meeting the criteria for anxiety disorder or hypochondriasis. More than one-third reported negative impacts on sleep, productivity, concentration, and heart rate. Females, Egyptian students, those from rural areas, and dentistry students had higher anxiety scores, whereas medical students had the lowest scores
Emotional contagion, anxiety, and depression during Covid-19: A survey from Egypt
The high prevalence of anxiety and depression during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly among women, youth, unmarried individuals, and those facing socioeconomic vulnerabilities, underscores an urgent need for culturally sensitive and targeted public mental health interventions in Egypt. Strengthening accessible support systems, integrating mental health into primary care, and addressing social determinants of distress could mitigate the long-te…
Maternal and paternal determinants of infant health: A cross-sectional study in four countries during the Covid-19 era
This study highlights the importance of socioeconomic factors, healthy parental lifestyle, and prenatal care in improving infant health outcomes. Public health initiatives should focus on promoting awareness of maternal health, early medical intervention, and socioeconomic support to enhance maternal and infant well-being. To explore the long-term impacts of these factors and develop targeted strategies for vulnerable populations, further researc…
Medicine (10 works) · Pandemic (6 works) · Public health (6 works) · Environmental health (5 works) · Family medicine (5 works) · Psychiatry (5 works) · Biostatistics (4 works) · COVID-19 and Mental Health (4 works) · Cross-sectional study (4 works) · Disease (4 works)