Vol. 1 No. 2 (2024)

The selected articles and reviews address critical topics in health and education across diverse contexts. Isra Yusri Yanti Habibillah and colleagues examine the factors influencing the duration of untreated psychosis among schizophrenia patients in Indonesia, shedding light on delays in seeking treatment. Nurrahmah Yusuf and her team explore the relationship between serum vitamin D levels and lung function, symptom severity, and exacerbations in stable COPD patients, highlighting potential biomarkers for managing the disease. A study led by Riski Amalia investigates the readiness of frontline nurses in Indonesia during the pandemic, focusing on their learning processes and adaptability in delivering nursing care. Stephanie Nehita Oiboh and Madhini Sivasubramanian analyze the motivations of University of Sunderland students for pursuing postgraduate public health studies, offering insights into academic and career aspirations. Marie White and collaborators conduct a scoping review to identify factors driving gun and knife violence among UK youth, emphasizing the urgency of targeted interventions. Lastly, a comprehensive guide by Russell Kabir and a multidisciplinary team provides a detailed approach to conducting scoping reviews, serving as an invaluable resource for public health students. Together, these works contribute to understanding health behaviors, educational motivations, and methodological approaches in contemporary research.