The influence of perceived deceptive advertising on consumer behaviour in the online fashion environment: A stimulus-organism-response perspective
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Mia Bothma, Benecia van Staden
Background: The rise of online fashion retailing has intensified competition and encouraged many brands to adjust their marketing efforts. Although deceptive advertising may deliver short-term …
Performance of novel onchocerciasis rapid diagnostic tests in a field setting in South Sudan
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Amber Hadermann, Stephen Raimon Jada, Chiara Trevisan
INTRODUCTION: Onchocerciasis is a neglected tropical disease caused by Onchocerca volvulus and is primarily controlled through mass drug administration (MDA) of ivermectin. Current diagnostic tests …
Nationwide variation of snakebite incidence in Kenya: Community surveys as an integrated NTD approach
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
George O. Oluoch, Wyckliff P. Omondi, Cecilia Ngari
INTRODUCTION: Snakebite envenoming is a neglected tropical disease (NTD) of public health concern in Kenya. Its true burden remains elusive with an over-reliance on health …
Community-level determinants of RTS,S/AS01 vaccine acceptance in a hyperendemic Ghanaian Region: A Bayesian multilevel analysis from Kpando Municipality, Ghana
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Precious Kwablah Kwadzokpui, Kenneth Ablordey
The successful scale-up of Ghana's RTS,S/AS01 malaria vaccine depends on understanding community-level variation in caregiver acceptance. This study investigates vaccine acceptance and its predictors in …
Compliance to food safety standards: Determining the barriers within the hotel industry
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Cynthia Esinam Segbedzi, Edward Wilson Ansah, Daniel Apaak
The safety of food served to customers is obligatory for all food service establishments for public health effects. However, workplace barriers have led to noncompliance …
Data-driven prediction of cattle weight gain for evaluating key growth factors with machine learning approaches
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Kenneth Tuyishime, Michael Adelani Adewusi
Abstract Accurate prediction of cattle weight gain is critical for optimizing herd management, improving productivity, and promoting sustainable livestock practices. Traditional monitoring methods, such as …
Effect of selenium nano-vaccine on hematological biomarkers and immune biochemical activity of nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) challenged with Streptococcus pyogenes
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Sameh Nasr-Eldahan, Asmaa Nabil-Adam, Mohamed A. Shreadah
Abstract Streptococcus pyogenes infection in Nile tilapia causes high mortality and economic loss. This study evaluated the efficacy of a formalin-killed S. pyogenes bacterium loaded …
Time management training and its effect on head nurses’ work-family conflict
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Mohamed Abdel Salam, Samah Faisal Fakhry, Samah Mohamed Elsayed
BACKGROUND: Head nurses frequently experience work-family conflict due to demanding managerial responsibilities and role overload. Time management is a critical skill that can enhance professional …
Toward One Health Institutionalization: harnessing stakeholder network as leverage to strengthen health security in Libya
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Asma Saidouni, Ramy Mohamed Ghazy, Abdulaziz Zorgani
Background: The institutionalization of the One Health approach is critical for addressing complex health threats at the human-animal-environment interface. In Libya-a state affected by prolonged …
Invisible travellers: a mini review on the presence and the ecological implications of microplastics in remote areas
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Jeffrey Lebepe, Nana Millicent Duduzile Buthelezi, Madira Coutlyne Manganyi
Microplastics (MPs) are becoming a cause for concern in the environment due to their potential to cause adverse effects. Microplastic studies have focused on environments …
Health professionals’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices in snakebite management: A study from high-burden areas in the Afar Region, Ethiopia
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Abebe Mengesha Aga, Demise Mulugeta, Abera Motuma
BACKGROUND: Snakebite envenoming remains a significant public health challenge, particularly in rural and resource-limited tropical regions such as sub-Saharan Africa. In Ethiopia, the Afar Region …
Fracture behavior of endodontically treated premolar teeth restored with different lithium silicate-based endocrown restorations
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Ahmed Shams, Mostafa Ahmed Abdelshafi, Mohammed Talaat Salem
BACKGROUND: This study aimed to assess the fracture behavior of endodontically treated maxillary first premolars restored with different lithium silicate-based endocrown restorations. METHODS: Thirty intact …
Adaptive responses of Nigerian rice farmers to climate change and field contamination through ecological innovation
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Koleayo Omoyajowo, Amos Ogunyebi, Adebayo L. Ogunkanmi
Abstract This study was poised to investigate the adoption of ecological innovations and management of occupational health hazards among Nigerian paddy rice farmers in response …
Dairy farms at an advanced stage in their agroecological transition show higher environmental and socio-economic performance
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Boko Michel Orounladji, Ollo Sib, Patrice Koffi Kouakou
In Burkina Faso, the growing demand for milk prompts dairy farmers to pursue solutions that improve their production while maintaining profitability and sustainability. This study …
Family planning and abortion service availability and utilisation during the COVID-19 pandemic in Ghana
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Deda Ogum Alangea, Ernest Maya, Emefa Modey
BACKGROUND: The effect of COVID-19 has manifested both in the capacity of healthcare systems to provide services as well as create a good balance between …
Contrasting solubility and speciation of metal ions in total suspended particulate matter and fog from the coast of Namibia – Part 1
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Chiara Giorio, Anne Monod, Valerio Di Marco
The western coast of southern Africa is a region of particular climate interest and crossroads for aerosols of different origins as well as fog occurrences. …
Artificial intelligence adoption in higher education in Nigeria
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Lydia İjeoma Eleje, Nneka Chinyere Ezeugo, Nkechi Patricia-Mary Esomonu
Abstract This study investigates lecturers’ views on the effectiveness of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in Nigerian higher education and analyzes the influence of gender and …
Dyeing wool fabrics with specialized dyes and their mixtures using supercritical CO2
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Hanan G. Elsisi, Tarek Abou Elmaaty, Elham Negm
Abstract Wool has been colored in supercritical carbon dioxide in a few trials, yielding only a small spectrum of colors, mostly orange and yellow, with …
Bovine serum albumin-protected copper nanoclusters as a label-free biosensor for the discrimination of bacterial strains
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Saad Megahed, Noha El Salakawy, Wael Mamdouh
Abstract The development of biosensors for infectious diseases is crucial, especially in the post pandemic era. Point-of-care (POC) devices are highly needed in developing countries …
Irritable bowel syndrome and associated mental health problems among Middle East and North African medical students: a multicentric cross-sectional study
Article scientifique
Accès ouvert
Abdelrahman Abdelshafi, Belal Osama, Zeinab G. Abdelhamid
BACKGROUND: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional gastrointestinal disorder characterized by abdominal discomfort or pain, accompanied by alterations in bowel habits. Its exact pathophysiology …