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  1. A cross-cultural study of the possession-trance in Singapore
    Kua EH, Sim LP, Chee KT
    Aust N Z J Psychiatry, 1986 Sep;20(3):361-4.
    PMID: 3467715
    Possession-trance is a common culture-bound syndrome in Singapore. The characteristic features as seen in 36 young men of the three different ethnic communities are described. At follow-up four to five years later, none of the 26 who could be contacted showed any evidence of mental illness. The psychopathology of the possession-trance is discussed.
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel/psychology
  2. A long-range jungle operation in Malaya--1951
    FORSTER MO
    J R Army Med Corps, 1951 Nov;97(5):328-39.
    PMID: 14889520
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel*
  3. Fulltext A review of human leptospirosis in Malaysia
    El Jalii IM, Bahaman AR
    Trop Biomed, 2004 Dec;21(2):113-9.
    PMID: 16493403 MyJurnal
    This paper reviews the literature on human leptospirosis in Malaysia from its first description in 1925 until the present day. Fletcher diagnosed the first case of human leptospirosis in Malaysia in 1925. Following Fletcher, many investigations on human leptospirosis in Malaysia disclosed a high prevalence of infection. These investigations indicated that the disease was endemic in the country. Examination of 1993 suspected human cases of leptospirosis by Tan indicated 28 % of the cases were positive. In a recent survey, 2190 serum samples from patients with different clinical manifestations in the country disclosed 12.6% were positive for antibodies to leptospires. The risk to leptospiral infection with respect to occupation, location, sex, race and age groups was demonstrated. Both civilians and military personnel were affected. Thirty-seven serovars from thirteen serogroups have been identified in the country. Recent studies on animal leptospirosis showed that the disease was highly endemic in the animal population. It is considered that the majority of leptospirosis cases in humans were due to association of man with animals and disease-infected environment.
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel
  4. Fulltext A survey of oral health experiences and practices among Malaysian submariners while under water
    Nor Azman, A.R., Saub, R., Raja Latifah, R.J.
    Malaysian Dental Journal, 2015;37(1):24-29.
    MyJurnal
    This study was conducted on Royal Malaysian Navy submariners who were having training in France. It was designed to compare the oral health experiences and practices while under water and on land. Methods Eightysix Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) submariners, who had undergone at least one cycle (288 hours) of under water training, were selected to participate in a self-administered questionnaire survey. Results Seven percent of the respondents reported oro-facial pain and discomfort; 9.3% reported bleeding gums and 12.8% experienced halitosis while under water. Of those experience oral problems, 82% reported disruption of their daily activities while under water. The study showed that 82.5% of them brush their teeth at least twice a day and 94.2% rinse after meals when there were under water. Meanwhile studies on land showed that 90.7% of them brush their teeth at least twice a day and 96.5% rinse after meals. Flossing was not practiced by most of the respondents. Conclusion It is concluded that brushing and rinsing are practiced regularly by submariners regardless whether they are on land or under water but flossing is not a common practice both on land and under water. Dental emergencies, such as toothache, TMJ pain and discomfort do occur during submarine operations and disrupt their daily activities. This might poses a threat to submarine operations.
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel
  5. An Australian experience with malaria
    George CR, O'Neill BJ, Garth JM
    Med J Aust, 1971 May 22;1(21):1110-3.
    PMID: 4932319
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel
  6. Fulltext An Efficient Soft Set-Based Approach for Conflict Analysis
    Sutoyo E, Mungad M, Hamid S, Herawan T
    PLoS One, 2016;11(2):e0148837.
    PMID: 26928627 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0148837
    Conflict analysis has been used as an important tool in economic, business, governmental and political dispute, games, management negotiations, military operations and etc. There are many mathematical formal models have been proposed to handle conflict situations and one of the most popular is rough set theory. With the ability to handle vagueness from the conflict data set, rough set theory has been successfully used. However, computational time is still an issue when determining the certainty, coverage, and strength of conflict situations. In this paper, we present an alternative approach to handle conflict situations, based on some ideas using soft set theory. The novelty of the proposed approach is that, unlike in rough set theory that uses decision rules, it is based on the concept of co-occurrence of parameters in soft set theory. We illustrate the proposed approach by means of a tutorial example of voting analysis in conflict situations. Furthermore, we elaborate the proposed approach on real world dataset of political conflict in Indonesian Parliament. We show that, the proposed approach achieves lower computational time as compared to rough set theory of up to 3.9%.
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel
  7. An analysis of febrile illnesses among members of the Malaysian Police Field Force
    Taylor A, Sivarajah A, Kelly DJ, Lewis GE
    Mil Med, 1986 Aug;151(8):442-5.
    PMID: 3093929
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel*
  8. Fulltext An empirical study of the relationships between service quality and customer's perceived value in Malaysian Armed Forces contingent peacekeeping mission management
    Ahmad Azan Ridzuan, Azman Ismail
    CREAM : Current Research in Malaysia (Penyelidikan Terkini di Malaysia), 2013;2(1):163-179.
    MyJurnal
    This study was conducted to measure the relationship between service quality and customer's perceived value using a sample of 341 usable questionnaires gathered from the Malaysian Armed Forces Contingent who involved in peacekeeping mission at a Middle East country. The outcomes of SmartPLS path model showed five important findings: firstly, tangible significantly correlated with customer's perceived value. Second, responsiveness significantly correlated with customer's perceived value. Third, reliability significantly correlated with customer's perceived value. Fourth, assurance significantly correlated with customer's perceived value. Fifth, empathy significantly correlated with customer's perceived value. Statistically, this result confirms that the ability of service providers (MALBATT Headquaters) to properly implement tangible, responsiveness, reliability, assurance and empathy in delivering peacekeeping services have been important determinants of customer's perceived value in the organizational sample. In addition, discussions, implications and conclusion are elaborated.
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel
  9. An epidemic of zinc poisoning through drinking contaminated water in the tropics
    Gimlette JD
    Br Med J, 1901;2:615-7.
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel
  10. An outbreak of acute eosinophilic myositis attributed to human Sarcocystis parasitism
    Arness MK, Brown JD, Dubey JP, Neafie RC, Granstrom DE
    Am J Trop Med Hyg, 1999 Oct;61(4):548-53.
    PMID: 10548287
    Seven members of a 15-man U.S. military team that had operated in rural Malaysia developed an acute illness consisting of fever, myalgias, bronchospasm, fleeting pruritic rashes, transient lymphadenopathy, and subcutaneous nodules associated with eosinophilia, elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate, and elevated levels of muscle creatinine kinase. Sarcocysts of an unidentified Sarcocystis species were found in skeletal muscle biopsies of the index case. Albendazole ameliorated symptoms in the index case; however, his symptoms persisted for more than 5 years. Symptoms in 5 other men were mild to moderate and self-limited, and 1 team member with laboratory abnormalities was asymptomatic. Of 8 team members tested for antibody to Sarcocystis, 6 were positive; of 4 with the eosinophilic myositis syndrome who were tested, all were positive. We attribute this outbreak of eosinophilic myositis to accidental tissue parasitism by Sarcocystis.
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel*
  11. An outbreak of leptospirosis among reserve military recruits, Hulu Perdik, Malaysia
    Neela VK, Azhari NN, Joseph N, Mimie NP, Ramli SNA, Mustapha NF, et al.
    Eur J Clin Microbiol Infect Dis, 2019 Mar;38(3):523-528.
    PMID: 30680558 DOI: 10.1007/s10096-018-03450-6
    Here, we investigated an outbreak of leptospirosis among reserve military recruits that occurred following a survival exercise in the Hulu Perdik forest within the Hulu Langat district, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Blood samples from the 12 patients that presented symptoms for febrile illness on clinical examination were subjected to laboratory investigation, comprising Lepto IgM rapid test, IgM ELISA, and microscopic agglutination test (MAT). All these patients were interviewed for possible risk factors for leptospirosis. Rodent trapping and environmental sampling for possible isolation of leptospires in the outbreak site was performed. The isolated leptospires were genetically characterized and investigated for the potential epidemiological link with human leptospirosis. Among the 12 patients, two (2/12; 16.6%) were confirmed positive for leptospirosis by microscopic agglutination test (MAT with titers 400-800; serovar autumnalis and hardjobovis). Two Leptospira species from rodents (L. interrogans and L. borgpetersenii) and two from the environment (L. kmetyi and L. wolffii) were identified. The possible epidemiological link between human serovars and animal Leptospira species indicates rodents as the potential reservoir while the environment (soil and water) serves as a transmission route. This investigation highlights the robust presence of pathogenic leptospires on Malaysian environment and rodents which may present the risk of infection, especially among high-risk individuals. Hence, occupational risk individuals are cautioned to observe appropriate preventive measures including prophylaxis and seek immediate medical attention for any illness following similar activities.
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel*
  12. An outbreak of viral conjunctivitis in an Irish military deployment to Liberia
    Hickey JP, Flaherty G
    Travel Med Infect Dis, 2015 Mar-Apr;13(2):197-9.
    PMID: 25736947 DOI: 10.1016/j.tmaid.2015.01.004
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel/statistics & numerical data*
  13. An unusual cause of chest pain in army trainee - spontaneous pneumomediastinum
    Lee SS
    Med J Malaysia, 2016 02;71(1):30-1.
    PMID: 27130742
    This is a case report of spontaneous pneumomediastinum that occurred in a 19-year-old army trainee during his 2.4km run. Spontaneous pneumomediastinum is a rare disorder. It is usually precipitated by activities related to Valsalva manoeuvres such as strenuous physical activities, retching and vomiting. Treatment is expectant and the disorder usually resolves spontaneously within a few days. However, one must be aware of the disorder so that additional advice such as avoiding activities that involve Valsalva manoeuvres can be given.
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel
  14. Asian influenza in the Army in Malaya in 1957
    VANREENEN RM, ELISBERG BL, WEBB PA, TRAUB RG, TRAUB R
    J R Army Med Corps, 1960 Jan;106:12-21.
    PMID: 13841274
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel*
  15. Association between cigarette smoking and prevalence of oral mucosal lesions among Malaysian army personnel
    Zain RB, Razak IA
    Community Dent Oral Epidemiol, 1989 Jun;17(3):148-9.
    PMID: 2786793
    The association between cigarette smoking and the prevalence of oral mucosal lesions was examined in 495 Malaysian army personnel. No associations between cigarette smoking and recurrent aphthous ulcerations, pre-leukoplakia and frictional keratosis could be obtained in this study. Positive associations were found between cigarette smoking and leukoedema as well as denture stomatitis. There was a negative association between cigarette smoking and the presence of coated tongue.
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel*
  16. Association between pain catastrophising and musculoskeletal disorders is modified by past injuries in Malaysian military recruits
    Mohd Din FH, Rampal S, Muslan MA, Hoe VC
    Occup Environ Med, 2016 07;73(7):429-34.
    PMID: 27013525 DOI: 10.1136/oemed-2015-103140
    OBJECTIVES: Pain catastrophising is defined as exaggerated negative thoughts, which can occur during an actual or anticipated painful experience, such as musculoskeletal injuries (MSI) or disorders (MSD). The aims of this study are to examine the association between pain catastrophising and MSI and MSD in Malaysian Army male recruits, and evaluate the effects of past injury.

    METHODS: A cohort of 611 male Malaysian Army recruits were recruited and followed up at 3 and 6 months. Pain catastrophising, MSD, sociodemographic and work factors were measured using a self-administered questionnaire, and MSI incidence was retrieved from the medical records. Multivariable fixed effects regression was used to model the cumulative incidence of MSD and MSI.

    RESULTS: Approximately 12% of the recruits were diagnosed with incident MSI and 80% reported incident MSD. Higher pain catastrophising at baseline was associated with higher 6 month MSD risk (adjusted OR (aOR) 1.6 per 1 SD increase of Pain Catastrophising Scale (PCS) scores; 95% CI 1.2 to 2.0), and longitudinally associated with MSD incidence (aOR 1.2, 95% CI 1.1 to 1.4). Pain catastrophising was not associated with MSI incidence (aOR 1.0, 95% CI 0.8 to 1.3). The association between pain catastrophising and self-reported MSD was stronger among recruits with self-reported past injury (p for interaction <0.001).

    CONCLUSIONS: Pain catastrophising was able to predict symptomatic MSD, and not physician-diagnosed MSI, and these findings are directly related to individual health beliefs. Pain catastrophising has a greater influence on how military recruits perceived their musculoskeletal conditions during training, and efforts to reduce pain catastrophising may be beneficial.

    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel/psychology*
  17. Fulltext Associations between demographic characteristics and resilience factors: a self-report survey
    Salizar Mohamed Ludin
    International Journal of Care Scholars, 2018;1(1):22-28.
    MyJurnal
    Objective: In 2014, Malaysia suffered a severe flood disaster and many people lost their home and belongings. Despite regular flooding in this area, the status of community disaster resilience (CDR) is unknown. This paper thus aims to assess the association between demographic characteristics and community disaster resilience factors.

    Methods: A cross-sectional study was completed using the Conjoint Community Resiliency Assessment Measure (CCRAM28) questionnaire six months after the flood event occurred. All selected respondents who met the inclusion criteria were recruited, and IBM SPSS software was used to undertake descriptive and inferential analysis.

    Results: A total of 386 respondents completed the questionnaires. Respondents were mostly female (57%); married (83.9%); with children under 17 years old (58.8%); from villages or rural area (97.2%); living in basic housing (95.6%); of average income; Muslim (97.5%); educated to primary or secondary level (81.1%); and not involved with any community organizations (95.1%), including volunteering, emergency teams, or military service. The mean age was 49 years, and length of time living in the area ranged from 1 to 85 years. CDR scores ranged between medium (2.34- 3.66) and high (3.67- 5.00). An analysis of the results showed that only gender (p = 0.003) and education (p = 0.001) were significantly related to CDR level. Positive and strong correlations were seen between resilience factors, however, particularly leadership (p = 0.001), collective efficacy (p = 0.001); preparedness (p = 0.001); place attachment (p = 0.001); and social trust (p = 0.001).

    Conclusion: The study provides a timely insight into the impact of demographic characteristics and resilience factors in Kelantan, developing the knowledge base needed to create comprehensive, improved community-relevant strategies for the future. This assessment enables top-down initiatives to better understand resilience levels, and this could act as tool to enable the government to prepare communities for future disasters or emergency events.
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel
  18. Caries increment among army personnel: a 5-year longitudinal study
    Wahid AA, Yusof ZY, Jaafar N
    Asia Pac J Public Health, 2014 May;26(3):268-74.
    PMID: 22186401 DOI: 10.1177/1010539511431602
    To assess the progression of dental caries among Malaysian infantry soldiers after 5 years in military service. A retrospective cohort study with a self-administered questionnaire and a clinical oral examination. Data were available for 173 (67.3%) soldiers. Mean decayed, missing, or filled teeth had increased significantly by 20.6% (P = .001) over 5 years. The highest increase was in the missing teeth component (+120%), followed by filled teeth (+23%). This was accompanied by a decrease in decayed teeth (-23.5%; P < .05). In terms of surfaces, mean decayed, missing, or filled surfaces, missing surfaces, and filled surfaces had increased significantly (P < .05). Caries experience was significantly associated with smoking status and rank (P < .05). Dental caries experience was worse after 5 years in military service compared with during recruitment, and there were more tooth extractions than restorations. Health promotion interventions are needed to prevent further tooth loss among soldiers.
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel/statistics & numerical data*
  19. Cerebral arterial gas embolism in air force ground maintenance crew--a report of two cases
    Lee CT
    Aviat Space Environ Med, 1999 Jul;70(7):698-700.
    PMID: 10417007
    Two cases of cerebral arterial gas embolism (CAGE) occurred after a decompression incident involving five maintenance crew during a cabin leakage system test of a Hercules C-130 aircraft. During the incident, the cabin pressure increased to 8 in Hg (203.2 mm Hg, 27 kPa) above atmospheric pressure causing intense pain in the ears of all the crew inside. The system was rapidly depressurized to ground level. After the incident, one of the crew reported chest discomfort and fatigue. The next morning, he developed a sensation of numbness in the left hand, with persistence of the earlier symptoms. A second crewmember, who only experienced earache and heaviness in the head after the incident, developed retrosternal chest discomfort, restlessness, fatigue and numbness in his left hand the next morning. Both were subsequently referred to a recompression facility 4 d after the incident. Examination by the Diving Medical Officer on duty recorded left-sided hemianesthesia and Grade II middle ear barotrauma as the only abnormalities in both cases. Chest X-rays did not reveal any extra-alveolar gas. Diagnoses of Static Neurological Decompression Illness were made and both patients recompressed on a RN 62 table. The first case recovered fully after two treatments, and the second case after one treatment. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the brain and bubble contrast echocardiography performed on the first case 6 mo after the incident were reported to be normal. The second case was lost to follow-up. Decompression illness (DCI) generally occurs in occupational groups such as compressed air workers, divers, aviators, and astronauts. This is believed to be the first report of DCI occurring among aircraft's ground maintenance crew.
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel*
  20. Changes in Thai sexual behavior lower HIV spread
    AIDS Wkly Plus, 1997 Jun 2.
    PMID: 12347937
    Matched MeSH terms: Military Personnel*
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