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Higher serum zinc micronutrient levels are associated with reduced susceptibility to Group B Streptococcus rectovaginal colonisation in pregnant women
BACKGROUND: Maternal recto-vaginal colonisation by Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is a major risk factor for severe invasive GBS disease in …
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The price of safety and convenience: Urban shoppers’ willingness to pay for hygienic market stalls and minimal processing of leafy vegetables in Kenya
The safety of fresh food is a serious concern across sub-Saharan Africa. Stronger incentives are needed to stimulate market retailers …
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Effect of social and digital media mental health messaging on mental health help-seeking behaviors in the sub-Saharan African population: A systematic review protocol
Mental health is a major public health concern, with disproportionate burdens in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), where access to care is …
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“They don’t feel what I feel”: lived experiences of women accessing comprehensive abortion care in pastoralist communities of Oromia region, Ethiopia: A Phenomenological study
BACKGROUND: Unsafe abortion is a significant global health concern, contributing to high rates of maternal mortality, particularly in developing countries. …
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Baobab isotope records and rainfall forcing in Southwest Madagascar over the last 700 years
Highly resolved climate records for Madagascar are scarce but are essential for understanding of rainfall drivers over time and assessing …
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Fungi and earthworm abundance and diversity as affected by biochar and mulching amendments in ethiopian mustard production
Organic agriculture relies on the in-field generation of nutrients through the decomposition and mineralization of organic matter (OM). Soil macro- …
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Serological profile of naïve patients affected by the first sars-cov-2 variant: A prospective study
BACKGROUND: Understanding post-infection immunity with the first SARS-CoV-2 variant may provide valuable insights into the duration and effectiveness of the …
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The need for patient-centric medicine design: investigating key physical characteristics of oral solid medications to improve acceptance of older patients in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Patient-centric medicine design emphasizes developing medication products tailored to patients' specific needs and preferences, including size, shape, color, texture, packaging, …
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The rehabilitation experiences, individual and combined effects of cognitive and physical rehabilitation on health and social outcomes in older athletes: A scoping review protocol
BACKGROUND: Evidence indicates that combined cognitive and physical rehabilitation can yield substantial improvements in health and social outcomes within the …
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Prevalence and associated factors of non-variceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding among cirrhotic patients with upper gastrointestinal bleeding on follow-up at a Tertiary Hospital in Ethiopia
BACKGROUND: Liver cirrhosis is a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Non-variceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding (NVUIGB) accounts for 24-42% …
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Structural characterization and antifungal properties of sequentially extracted polysaccharides from Algerian Opuntia ficus-indica L. cladodes
Opuntia ficus-indica L., a xerophytic cactus native to arid regions, is an understudied source of structurally varied polysaccharides with potential …
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High-performance eco-concrete beams with calcined montmorillonite, metakaolin pyrolyzed coffee grounds, and hybrid fibers for enhanced bending strength and microstructural refinement
This study investigates the flexural performance and microstructural evolution of reinforced concrete beams incorporating calcined montmorillonite (CMMT), metakaolin (MK), pyrolyzed …
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Multidrug resistance patterns and carbapenemase production among Gram-negative bacteria causing healthcare-associated infections in hospitalized patients at the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia
BACKGROUND: Klebsiella pneumoniae, Acinetobacter species, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa are priority pathogens identified by the World Health Organization that have emerged …
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Racial variations in sciatic nerve anatomy: A systematic review and meta-analysis
BACKGROUND: The sciatic nerve (SN), the longest and largest nerve in the body, arises from the L4-S3 nerve roots and …
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Comparison of accusations against physicians and the practice of defensive medicine between surgical and non-surgical specialties
BACKGROUND: Defensive medicine has two forms: positive (assurance behavior) or negative (avoidance behavior), depending on the clinical situation. Defensive medicine …
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Cost analysis of hospital-based symptomatic uterine fibroids in the kingdom of Eswatini: A prevalence-based cost-of-illness study
BACKGROUND: Uterine fibroids are common benign tumours of uterine smooth muscle. It has been established that uterine fibroids cause a …
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Impact of demographic factors and HIV status on Hepatitis B vaccination adherence and completion rate among high-risk populations in Lagos State, Nigeria
Hepatitis-B-Virus (HBV) remains an important global public health concern, as well as a primary cause of both acute and chronic …
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War-related vicarious trauma among healthcare providers in the war-torn tigray, Northern Ethiopia
BACKGROUND: Tigray War, which started in November 2020, has doubled the burden on healthcare professionals, causing both direct violence and …
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Community awareness, perceptions, and management practices related to pre-eclampsia: An exploratory qualitative study in Mbale City, Eastern Uganda
BACKGROUND: Pre-eclampsia and other hypertensive disorders of pregnancy are the second leading cause of maternal mortality globally, with 95% of …
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Designing and evaluating the acceptability of a psychosocial and socioeconomic support package for people with drug-resistant tuberculosis in Johannesburg, South Africa
Drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB) is a global health problem that presents multifaceted challenges to people living with the disease. These challenges …