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Protocol, rationale and design of PEOPLE (Post ExpOsure Prophylaxis for LEprosy in the Comoros and Madagascar): a cluster randomized trial on effectiveness of different modalities of implementation of post-exposure prophylaxis of leprosy contacts
BACKGROUND: Leprosy is an ancient infectious disease with a global annual incidence that has plateaued above 200,000 new cases since …
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High prevalence of HIV, HBsAg and anti-HCV positivity among people who injected drugs: results of the first bio-behavioral survey using respondent-driven sampling in two urban areas in Mozambique
BACKGROUND: Few countries in sub-Saharan Africa know the magnitude of their HIV epidemic among people who inject drugs (PWID). This …
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Burden of anemia and its association with HAART in HIV infected children in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract Background Anemia is a common problem in HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infected patients, and is associated with decreased functional …
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Time to viral load suppression and its associated factors in cohort of patients taking antiretroviral treatment in East Shewa zone, Oromiya, Ethiopia, 2018
BACKGROUND: A key goal of Antiretroviral Treatment (ART) is to achieve and maintain durable viral suppression. Thus, the most important …
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Urban-rural disparities in treatment outcomes among recurrent TB cases in Southern Province, Zambia
BACKGROUND: At least 13-20% of all Tuberculosis (TB) cases are recurrent TB. Recurrent TB has critical public health importance because …
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Prevalence and associated factors of active trachoma among children in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract Background Trachoma is the commonest infectious cause of blindness. It is prevalent in areas where personal and community hygiene …
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Seroprevalence and risk factors for HIV, HCV, HBV and syphilis among blood donors in Mali
BACKGROUND: HIV, HBV and HCV remain a global public health concern especially in Africa. Prevalence of these infections is changing …
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Factors affecting HIV counselling and testing among Ethiopian women aged 15–49
BACKGROUND: HIV voluntary counseling and testing (VCT) is a crucial gateway to all strategies related to care, prevention and treatment …
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Evaluation of GeneXpert MTB/RIF system performances in the diagnosis of extrapulmonary tuberculosis
BACKGROUND: Tuberculosis represents a serious public health problem and a significant diagnostic and therapeutic challenge worldwide. Molecular diagnostic techniques are …
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HIV screening in men and women in Senegal: coverage and associated factors; analysis of the 2017 demographic and health survey
BACKGROUND: Despite the adoption of the provider-initiated HIV testing strategy, the rate of HIV testing is still very low in …
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Spatial distribution and temporal trends of leprosy in Uganda, 2012–2016: a retrospective analysis of public health surveillance data
BACKGROUND: Leprosy is a neglected disease that poses a significant challenge to public health in Uganda. The disease is endemic …
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Etiologies of diarrhea and drug susceptibility patterns of bacterial isolates among under-five year children in refugee camps in Gambella Region, Ethiopia: a case control study
BACKGROUND: Despite substantial global effort and updated clinical management guidelines, diarrhea continues to be among leading worldwide causes of morbidity …
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Glutathione, glutathione peroxidase and some hematological parameters of HIV-seropositive subjects attending clinic in University of Calabar teaching hospital, Calabar, Nigeria
Abstract Background Despite the numerous intervention programmes, HIV still remains a public health concern with a high impact in Sub-Saharan …
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Malaria parasite prevalence and Haematological parameters in HIV seropositive patients attending the regional hospital Limbe, Cameroon: a hospital-based cross-sectional study
BACKGROUND: Malaria and the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection constitute public health problems in Cameroon including the South West Region …
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Dengue infection during pregnancy in Burkina Faso: a cross-sectional study
BACKGROUND: Dengue fever is prevalent in the world; in recent years, several outbreaks occurred in West Africa. It affects pregnant …
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A multiepitope peptide vaccine against HCV stimulates neutralizing humoral and persistent cellular responses in mice
Abstract Background Although DAAs hold promise to significantly reduce rates of chronic HCV infections, its eradication still requires development of …
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Impact of co-existence of PMQR genes and QRDR mutations on fluoroquinolones resistance in Enterobacteriaceae strains isolated from community and hospital acquired UTIs
BACKGROUND: Fluoroquinolones are commonly recommended as treatment for urinary tract infections (UTIs). The development of resistance to these agents, particularly …
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Bacteriological profile, risk factors and antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of symptomatic urinary tract infection among students of Mekelle University, northern Ethiopia
BACKGROUND: Bacterial infection of the urinary tract is among the common reasons for seeking medical attention in the community. Rapidly …
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A prevalence survey of enteral parasites in preschool children in the Mangochi District of Malawi
BACKGROUND: Helminthic and protozoan infections are common, particularly in low- or middle-income countries. Although an association between parasite carriage and …
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Molecular characterization of hepatitis C virus in liver disease patients in Botswana: a retrospective cross-sectional study
BACKGROUND: Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is a major cause of chronic liver disease globally. Direct acting antivirals (DAAs) have …