Open AccessThe Influence of Modern Lifestyle on the Health of Medical Students in a Medical School in Dominica
Author(s) -
Schilo La Victoire,
Stephanie Ukwandu,
Oghenetega Ejuone,
Esther Olufunke Monday
Publication year - 2022
Publication title -
journal of advances in medicine and medical research
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2456-8899
DOI - 10.9734/jammr/2022/v34i1031354
Subject(s) - lifestyle medicine , medicine , physical activity , disease , mental health , alcohol intake , quality of life (healthcare) , gerontology , sedentary lifestyle , environmental health , psychology , psychiatry , physical therapy , nursing , alcohol , biochemistry , chemistry , pathology
Background: A healthy lifestyle is a way of living that reduces the risk of being severely ill. In 1967, the World Health Organization (WHO) defined health as “of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity ». An unhealthy diet and lack of physical activity are in the lead for global health risks.
Aim: This study explored the impact modern lifestyle has on the health of medical students
Methods: Our study included a literature review, and a questionnaire consisting of 24 questions which were answered by 76 participants which targeted; diet, exercise regimen, sleep cycle, alcohol, substance use, and technology use.
Results: From the responses, 63.1% of respondents practice a sedentary lifestyle, 68.4% skip breakfast and 35.5% have an unhealthy diet.
Conclusion: There is a need for individuals to pay attention to their daily practices as modern lifestyle can have a negative impact on quality of life.