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    COVID-19 and young people, understanding the impact
    (Macedonian Association of Anatomists and Morphologists, 2023)
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    Chepreganova Cangovska, Tatjana
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    Zorchec, Danijela
    COVID-19 has impacted individuals of all age groups, including young people. Although young individuals generally experience milder symptoms and better outcomes, they are still susceptible to contracting and transmitting the virus. While they may have lower infection rates, it is crucial for young people to adhere to preventive measures as they can still spread the virus, potentially affecting vulnerable populations. The pandemic and related measures have also had an impact on the mental health of young people, with increased stress, isolation, and changes in social interactions leading to feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. The closure of schools and the shift to remote learning have presented challenges in terms of education and social development. It is essential for young people to stay informed, follow guidelines, and prioritize their physical and mental well-being during these challenging times.
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    SOCIAL DIMENSION OF SMOKING WITHIN YOUNG POPULATION
    (Македонско лекарско друштво = Macedonian Medical Association, 2017-06-01)
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    I. Brchina
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    G. Pejchinovski
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    P. Malinska
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    Sh. Musa
    Introduction According to the Strategy for Tobacco Control in order to provide and improve health protection of the population of the Republic of Macedonia, and a number of international documents, basic strategic directions are that the health is the most important investment in the social and economic development of the community, and epidemic of smoking presents an increasing threat to people’s health. It is considered that there are 1.3 billion smokers worldwide, and current projections of the WHO show that this number will rise to 1.7 billion smokers by 2025, if the global prevention of tobacco use remains unchanged. Objectives The goal of this research is to determine the knowledge and views of the young people in the Republic of Macedonia concerning the use of tobacco, its influence on the social environment as a certain socio-pathological phenomenon or risk factor for certain diseases of the people. Materials and Methods The survey was conducted in the following municipalities in the Republic of Macedonia: Centar, Karpos, Gazi Baba, Kisela Voda, Cair, Aerodrom, Gorce Petrov and Butel in the city of Skopje, then municipalities Prilep, Kumanovo, Struga and Gostivar. Random sample. Target groups: young people at the age from 15 to 22. Research tools: a survey questionnaire no. 1. Subjects from sample were divided into 2 groups: subjects who smoked and those who did not smoke. Following statistical tests were applied: Pearson Chi-square, Kolmogorov-Smirnov, Kruskal-Wallis ANOVA, Mann-Whitney, Spearmanov Rank Correlations, Pearson-ov koeficient na korelacija. Results Boys smoke significantly more than girls (X2= 13.3 df=1 p<0.0003). Among students smokers are significantly dominant (56.71%). Ethnic background of the young smokers/non-smokers corresponds with the population structure. Young people try their first cigarette at the age of 14-16 (r = .12744). Young people smoke everywhere (Dmax = 0.11 p>0.05). Young people smoke every day (86.59%). Young people usually smoke 5-10 cigarettes a day and they buy them at the news-stands. Young people in the R.M. rarely do sports (only 34.15%). Young people at the age of 15-20 usually smoke while they listen to music, while young people at the age of 21-22 usually smoke while they watch TV. More than half of the subjects think that the community they live in is a good place for living. Reasons for smoking are: habit, family problems, love problems, school, peer pressure, etc. There are no significant differences with regard to this question in municipalities. Conclusion In general, young people in Macedonia think that their peers who smoke are not well accepted by the community. Young people in Republic of Macedonia are well informed on smoking as a social-pathological phenomenon, and also that smoking is a risk factor for certain diseases.
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    Social and medical aspects of smoking at the adolescent age in Republic of Macedonia
    (Македонско лекарско друштво = Macedonian Medical Association, 2012-04-26)
    Malinska, P
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    Pejcinovski, G
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    Brcina,I
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    Introduction: The health is the most important investment in the social and economic development of the community. Goal: epidemic of smoking presents an increasing threat At the Adolescent Age health in Republic of Macedonia Material and method: Prospective survey research was conducted with survey questionnaire.Random sample. Target groups: young people at the age from 15 to 22. Subjects from both samples were divided into 2 groups: subjects who smoked and those who did not smoke. Results and Discussion: Boys smoke significantly more than girls (X2 = 13.3 df=1 p<0.0003). Young people try their first cigarette at the age of 14-16 (r = .12744). Young people smoke everywhere (Dmax = 0.11 p>0.05). Young people think that selling tobacco products to under age children should be banned (X2 = 10.13 df =1 p<0.0014). In Education of the mother of the subjects has influence on them so that they would not start smoking (Dmax = 0.18 p<0.05). The families of the young smokers damages that come from smoking are rarely discussed. In general, young people in Macedonia think that their peers who smoke are not well accepted by the community. More than half of the subjects think that the community they live in is a good place for living. Reasons for smoking are: habit, family problems, love problems, school, peer pressure, etc. Conclusions: Young people in Republic of Macedonia are well informed on smoking as a social-pathological phenomenon, and also that smoking is a risk factor for certain diseases. Regarding the young people’s views on smoking in the family, they consider mother to be the pillar of the family, and that she can considerably influence them to quit smoking. In general, young people in Macedonia think that their peers who smoke are not well accepted by the community.