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Background: In this article, we review and discuss the photoprotection behavior of Asians based on the literature, along with a subanalysis of an original online survey, and make recommendations to optimize photoprotection for Asian populations to prevent photoaging and pigmentary disorders. Methods: An international panel of eight dermatologists from Asia (China, Korea, Japan, Singapore, Indonesia, and Vietnam) met to discuss sunscreen photoprotection for Asian patients. Additionally, a subanalysis of an online survey by 3000 respondents from three Asian countries (China, Indonesia, and Japan) investigated general public awareness and attitudes to sun exposure. Results: A pre‐meeting survey of the eight experts from Asia showed key concerns of Asian patients consulting dermatologists are pigmentary disorders, especially actinic/senile lentigo, post‐inflammatory hyperpigmentation, melasma, vitiligo, and Hori's nevus. The survey subanalysis of participants from China, Indonesia, and Japan with predominantly Fitzpatrick skin types (FST) II to IV revealed that they are particularly concerned about sun exposure causing photoaging and pigmentary disorders. Most of the respondents indicated they have limited knowledge on sunlight radiation and appropriate sunscreen protection factors. Only 22%, 13%, and 3% for China, Indonesia, and Japan, respectively, systematically use multiple protective measures (using sunscreen, avoiding midday sun, staying in the shade, wearing a hat, protective clothing, and sunglasses) when exposed to the sun. Conclusions: Further education is needed for Asian populations on the importance of comprehensive daily photoprotection, including broad‐spectrum sunscreen, with high UVA and visible light protection, to reduce and prevent photoaging and pigmentary disorders. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose -- This study aims to explore the perception of local society regarding the government's hosting of a large-sport event such as the MotoGP in Indonesia, using social exchange theory such as economic, social, cultural, and environmental aspects to support tourism development and destination image. Design/methodology -- This study provides the locals' perception of the large-sport events of MotoGP Indonesia in 2022 using a quantitative approach through Structural Equation Model-Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS). Findings -- The results indicate that economic, social, and cultural perceptions significantly support tourism development and destination image in Indonesia. However, environmental perceptions were not significant and did not support the hypothesis that they support tourism development. Therefore, it can be concluded that this significant event can contribute to the development of tourism and destination image in Indonesia. Originality of the research -- To the best of the authors' knowledge, this is the first study to examine the mega sporting event and tourism destination using multiple indicators, such as economic, social, cultural, and environmental. In addition, this is the first study to examine the host perception of the MotoGP mega sporting event in Indonesia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Most countries in the world are facing new situations due to the corona pandemic or COVID-19. Online learning is a new method of teaching and learning process in education during the COVID-19 period to avoid the spread of virus. The study examines and determines the lecturer’s perception of using Information, Communication and Technology (I.C.T) based on the Technological Pedagogy and Content Knowledge (TPACK) framework in the teaching and learning process during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study built eleven hypotheses. The study used online questionnaire to collect data with 228 sample respondents who had taught at higher education in Indonesia. Data analysis used Partial Least Squared-Structural Equation Model (PLS-SEM) with Exploratory Factor Analysis (E.F.A). The result showed that all Technological Pedagogy and Content Knowledge (TPACK) variable on Use of Information, Communication, and Technology (UICT) variable had significant effect except for Content Knowledge (CK) Variable on Technological Content Knowledge (TCK) variable and Technological Content Knowledge (TCK) variable on Use of Information, Communication, and Technology (UICT) variable. Overall, the TPACK components are connected and valid model to explain Indonesian lecturers at use of Information, Communication and Technology (UICT) in online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: Japanese encephalitis (JE) is presumed to be endemic throughout Asia, yet only a few cases have been reported in tropical Asian countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines. To estimate the true disease burden due to JE in this region, we conducted a prospective, hospital-based surveillance with a catchment population of 599,120 children less than 12 years of age in Bali, Indonesia, from July 2001 through December 2003. Methods: Balinese children presenting to any health care facility with acute viral encephalitis or aseptic meningitis were enrolled. A "confirmed" diagnosis of JE required the detection of JE virus (JEV)-specific IgM in cerebrospinal fluid, whereas a diagnosis of "probable JE" was assigned to those cases in which JEV-specific IgM was detected only in serum. Results: In all, 86 confirmed and 4 probable JE cases were identified. The annualized JE incidence rate was 7.1 and adjusted to 8.2 per 100,000 for children less than 10 years of age over the 2.5 consecutive years of study. Only one JE case was found among 96,920 children 10-11 years old (0.4 per 100,000). Nine children (10%) died and 33 (37%) of the survivors had neurological sequelae at discharge. JEV was transmitted in Bali year-round with 70% of cases in the rainy season. Conclusion: JE incidence and case-fatality rates in Bali were comparable to those of other JEendemic countries of Asia. Our findings contradict the common wisdom that JE is rare in tropical Asia. Hence, the geographical range of endemic JE is broader than previously described. The results of the study support the need to introduce JE vaccination into Bali. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]