About the Journal

The Journal of Advances in Allied Health Sciences Research (JAAHSR) is an open-access, peer-reviewed journal and the official journal of the Center for Health Research and Development at the University of Saint Louis.

Publisher: University Research and Development Center . University of Saint Louis Tuguegarao City, Cagayan, Philippines 3500 Email: [email protected]

Current Issue

Our esteemed contributors, whose expertise and dedication are invaluable to the advancement of knowledge, have once again provided interesting content that we trust will inspire and inform our readership. We extend our sincere gratitude to the authors, reviewers, editorial board members, and staff who have contributed to the production of this bulletin. Your unwavering support and commitment are deeply appreciated

JAAHSR Volume 9 Series 2023

Healthcare Provider Related Factors of Antibiotic Use
Riza G. Castro, Kristel U. Legaspi, Edlhyne Zarah P. Simangan, Jouella Grace M. Tumaliuan, Maiden Joy D. Utayde, Vic Valiant O. Laureta
Page 6-14

Antifungal Activity of Lemon Grass (Cymbopogon citratus) Leaves Extract against Malassezia Furfur Formulated as Ointment
Rica Mae E. Alagoy, Breine Lorren L. Dela Cruz, Jana Deigh L. Padre, Gwyneth B. Yturzaeta, Ivy Paulette B. Antonio
Page 15-20

Predictors of Medication Adherence Among Hypertensive Patients in Tuao, Cagayan
Eden Joy A. Bautista, Aira Mae T. Caoile, Trisha Mae T. Compañero, Regine D. Nicolas, Ivy Paulette B. Antonio
Page 21-27

Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices about Medical Waste Management among Healthcare Personnel in Community Quarantine Facilities of Isabela
Andrei T. Angoluan, Rica Mae A. Agtarap, Khim Mariefel D. Bernasor, Patricia Mae T. Cabalonga, Niña Mikaela B. Coloma, Almira Lyka B. Ruiz
Page 28-36

The Effect of COVID-19 Pandemic on Bio-Medical Waste Management and Generation in Private Hospitals in Cagayan Province
Wacky Al C. Maggay, Angeline C. Taquiqui, Jedelbert A. Tulauan, Marilove G. Tumolva, Nickson B. Cammayo
Page 37-47

Efficiency of Non-COVID-19 Referral Clinical Laboratories in Tuguegarao City Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic
Melanie Joy A. Arellano, Ericka May M. Cariño, Tracy S. De Ocampo, Avan Dave S. Mora, Romulo Junior Guzman
Page 42-47

Levels of Stress and Coping Mechanisms among the Maintenance Workers of Government Hospitals in Tuguegarao City Catering COVID-19
Angelica Kaye D. Dancel, April Rose D. Elchico, Ralph Wally A. Estigo, Crismae A. Saribay, Rosemarie A. Tadena
Page 48-55

Coping Mechanisms of College Students with Low Scores in the Mental Health Index During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Rowena Calimag, Kiana Cigrid Calwing, Stacey Valerie Eve Cristobal, Zyrin Elleid Roldan, Vethcer Hygenus Columna
Page 56-61

Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Mothers Towards Antibiotic Use and Resistance
Jesther A. Fenix, Leigh Kristel P. Guillermo, Arianne Joy F. Verzola, Gracielle Pamela Castillo
Page 62-69

Levels of Loneliness and Social Isolation Among Elderly People during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Alisoldy Ceasar D. Eleydo, Alexandria Niña Marie T. Gumarang, Claudine B. Gutierrez, Janiña C. Abad
Page 70-74