İstanbul Yeni Yüzyıl Üniversitesi
Yeni Yüzyıl Journal of Medical Sciences

Thyroid diseases are characterised by either excessive or insufficient secretion of thyroid hormones, with Hashimoto's thyroiditis (HT) being an example of insufficient hormone production. This autoimmune condition is marked by hypothyroidism and a high prevalence. The thyroid gland requires numerous trace elements for optimal hormone production and metabolic function. The present study aims to investigate the serum trace element and electrolyte profile in patients diagnosed with HT. For this purpose, serum was obtained from blood samples taken from adult patients diagnosed with HT (HT Group) and adult healthy controls (C Group) during routine controls. Serum (Se), zinc (Zn), iron (Fe), copper (Cu), manganese (Mn), potassium (K), calcium (Ca), and magnesium (Mg) levels were analysed by a method known as the potassium-inductively coupled plasma-optical emission spectroscopy (ICP-OES) method. The findings obtained were then subjected to statistical analysis using Student-t and Mann-Whitney U tests, following the implementation of normality control procedures. The results revealed that the HT group exhibited higher levels of Fe and Mn (p<0.01) compared to the C group. Additionally, lower levels of K, Ca, Mg, Cu (p<0.01, both), Se, and Zn (p<0.05, both) were observed in the HT group. In light of these findings, it can be concluded that there are trace element and electrolyte profile changes in HT patients.

Aim: This research aimed to investigate the effect of climate change awareness on anxiety levels among nursing students. Material and Methods: The study sample consisted of 177 students enrolled in the nursing department of a foundation university in Istanbul. Data were collected face-to-face from the participants using a Personal Information Form, the Global Climate Change Awareness Scale, and the Climate Change Anxiety Scale. The data were analyzed using the SPSS 22 statistical program. Statistical methods such as frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation were employed in the analysis.

Forensic cases constitute a significant share among patients examined in emergency departments. This study aimed to determine the demographic characteristics of forensic cases applied to emergency departments and routine assault examinations

The prevalence of non-contagious and chronic allergic diseases is steadily rising worldwide, with children being the most affected group due to their underdeveloped immune systems. Among the most common types of allergies are allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis, asthma, and food allergies. The side effects associated with conventional medications used to prevent or manage allergic diseases often lead parents to seek alternative treatment methods. Bee products have gained significant attention as alternative therapies. Honey, propolis, royal jelly, bee venom, and bee pollen have been utilized therapeutically since ancient times. This review synthesizes current literature and research regarding the use of bee products in managing allergic diseases and evaluates the effectiveness of apitherapy in treating these conditions.