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Russian Bulletin of Hygiene
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Original research Analysis of infectious disease rate in children of different ages aimed at developing hygiene education programs
Krylov VP
The persistently high rate of infectious diseases requires constant monitoring, in-depth analysis of age-related characteristics of the disease spread and dynamics, and also necessitates improving the sanitary and epidemiological well-being of the population, specifically, children, adolescents, and their parents. The study aimed to to study epidemiological trends and identify the most vulnerable age groups among the pediatric population in the context of the incidence of key infections, such as acute intestinal infections (AIIs), enterovirus infection, viral hepatitis A, measles, whooping cough and enterobiasis. A retrospective epidemiological analysis of official statistical data over a seven-year period (2018−2024) was carried out covering the pediatric population of the Western Administrative Okrug (ZAO) of Moscow. Age differences in the structure of infectious morbidity have been determined. In children under one year, viral AIIs (rotavirus, norovirus) and airborne infections prevailed. A similar trend for viral AIIs is reported in children aged 1−2 years. High prevalence of enterobiasis is reported for children aged 3−6 years (attending preschool educational institutions), and a significant increase in the incidence of enterovirus infection and airborne infections is reported in all age groups, especially in school students and adolescents. As for the viral hepatitis A incidence, the situation remains stable throughout the assessed period in all age groups. High incidence of key infections among children persisting in all age groups demonstrates an urgent need for the development and implementation of the targeted and adapted hygiene education programs for pediatric population and parents.
Received: 2025-09-07
Published online: 2025-12-30
DOI: 10.24075/rbh.2025.148
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Original research Hygienic assessment of atmospheric air in Kuzbass industrial centers as part of the "Clean Air" federal project
Bachina AV, Koskina EV, Glebova LA
Novokuznetsk and Kemerovo, major industrial centers in Kuzbass, participate in the "Clean Air" federal project. Since 2018 and 2023, respectively, they have been implementing Comprehensive Action Plans devised to decrease contaminating emissions and thus improve the quality of the air and the quality of life of the population. The Plans are part of the "Ecology" national project. This study aimed to hygienically assess the quality of atmospheric air as part of the implementation of the "Clean Air" federal project, which involves improving the air monitoring system in the industrial centers of Kuzbass. Hazard identification and assessment of exposure levels were performed using the methodology provided in MR (methodological recommendations) 2.1.6.0157-19. In Novokuznetsk, air pollutant emissions decreased by 18.1%, while in Kemerovo they increased by 12.4%. The atmospheric pollution index was rated as "extremely high" and "high", respectively. As part of the study, we evaluated the spatial relationship between stationary and route air quality monitoring stations, identified emission impact zones for major industrial complexes, assessed the rationality of observation point locations, and implemented the necessary adjustments. Improving air quality monitoring will make it possible to obtain adequate and timely information on air quality and develop measures to improve the living environment and public health.
Received: 2025-12-03
Published online: 2025-12-29
DOI: 10.24075/rbh.2025.147
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Original research Hygienic assessment of coffee and caffeinated beverage consumption and the impact of those on the health of young adults
Libina II, Chernykh NYu, Melikhova EP, Skrebneva AV, Vasilieva MV, Zhuravleva IV
Currently, there is an increase in the consumption of caffeinated beverages, including coffee, in all age groups, including adolescents and young adults.  The health risks associated with caffeine consumption are especially high in the youth, which results from the features of their physiological development and behavioral factors. For many age groups, including children, adolescents, and young adults, safe daily caffeine intake levels have not been established. The study aimed to perform hygienic assessment of coffee and caffeinated beverage consumption by medical students, as well as to determine possible health risks. A questionnaire survey of students of the medical and pediatric faculties (n = 300) was conducted using the standardized quastionnaire. Statistical data processing was performed using descriptive statistics, Student’s t-test, Pearson’s correlation coefficient. The findings highlight the heterogeneity of caffeine consumption patterns among students. Along with those who do not experience any noticeable effects from coffee, there is a significant group that experiences both positive (energy boost, calmness) and negative (tachycardia, sleep problems) consequences. The study found that frequent consumption of caffeinated beverages has a negative impact on the cardiovascular system and sleep. The regular consumption of those causes anxiety and leads to tolerance. The findings emphasize the relevance of the problem uncontrolled and early consumption of caffeine among young people. It is recommended to develop and implement the measures to inform the youth about safe levels of caffeine consumption.
Received: 2025-11-12
Published online: 2025-12-24
DOI: 10.24075/rbh.2025.146
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Original research Assessment of the effects of using digital devices on psychomotor function indicators in primary school students
Khramtsov PI, Kurgansky AM, Berezina NO, Antonova EV, Krayeva AYu
A significant change in the lifestyle of modern children associated with the active use of digital devices in educational and leisure activities can affect their psychomotor development. The study aimed to assess the effect of using smartphones and computers on psychomotor function indicators in primary school students. A questionnaire survey of 333 parents of the 1−4-year students attending Zemskaya Gimnasia in Balashikha on issues of children's life was conducted. The students’ screen time when using a computer and smartphone throughout the day and week was estimated. To assess the students’ psychomotor functions, the Little House test and motometric test conducted by teachers were used. Assessment of the effect of computer use on psychomotor development indicators revealed a correlation. Thus, when using a computer, a deterioration in fine motor skills was noted; the correlation coefficient (r) for the parameters of visual-motor coordination and the duration of computer use per day was 0.320 (p = 0.002). The correlation coefficient for the duration of computer use and the primary school students’ final psychomotor development score was 0.235 (p = 0.028). The same result was obtained for the integrated assessment of fine motor skill development and its association with the duration of computer use per day: r = 0.253 (p = 0.025). However, there was no correlation between screen time when using a smartphone and psychomotor functions. The findings can be used in the development and justification of preventive technologies to prevent the negative impact of digital devices on the development of psychomotor functions in children, especially at the initial stage of systematic education.
Received: 2025-08-01
Published online: 2025-12-23
DOI: 10.24075/rbh.2025.145
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Received: 2025-03-04
Published online: 2025-09-07
DOI: 10.24075/rbh.2025.135
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Original research Development of a physical health management system for adults and children: current organizational and methodological aspects
Ushakov IB, Turzin PS, Lukichev KE, Popov VI
Currently, given the high risk of exposure of the country's population to various adverse factors in the context of everyday life, it is important to promote efforts aimed at improvement of the people's health, its physical aspect in the first place. Establishing the state of the population's physical health management system is a significant part of this process. This study aimed to look into the current organizational and methodological aspects of the development of the physical health management system designed for adults and children in the regions of the country. For this purpose, we surveyed heads of regional government bodies using a 40-item questionnaire that had both multiple choice and grid-in questions. The questionnaires were sent to all regions of the country; 59 of them got filled by the respective officials and returned. The filled questionnaires were subsequently systematized and processed. Having analyzed the responses received, we classified the promoting and limiting factors that affect the development of the adults and children physical health management system. This exercise was designed to yield data needed to support the development of the national (regional, municipal) system underpinning physical culture and sports popularization, the GTO movement (Ready for Labor and Defense), and training of elite athletes. We have also prepared the "Classification of examples of the best management solutions," the "Consolidated list of proposals to improve the regional physical health management system for adults and children," and the "Collection of assistance requests issued by the regions to the federal authorities." Thus, analyzing the responses from the participating regions allowed learning their experience in managing the physical health of both adults and children.
Received: 2025-05-19
Published online: 2025-09-07
DOI: 10.24075/rbh.2025.134
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