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Enhanced grain quality of malt barley (Hordeum distichon L.) in response to mixed use of organic compost and mineral nitrogen rates
Declining soil fertility status and poor agronomic management practices are major factors of declining quality for malt barley in the …
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Molecular characterization of hepatitis B virus genotypes A and D among inmates and blood donors in Northeastern Kenya
INTRODUCTION: Hepatitis B virus (HBV) persists as a major global public health burden, with hyperendemic prevalence in sub-Saharan Africa. Populations …
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Work autonomy and its associated factors among nurses working in South Gondar zone public hospitals, Amhara regional state, Northcentral Ethiopia: Institution-based cross-sectional study
BACKGROUND: Work autonomy is crucial for nurses, which allows nurses to use their expertise and understanding of the profession to …
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Estimating the impact of Viamo call-in information services on sexual and reproductive health knowledge, behavior, and outcomes among women of reproductive age: A 2-arm open label randomized controlled trial in Uganda
BACKGROUND: Despite substantial increases in access to schooling and to the internet, health information and knowledge remains limited among women …
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Antimicrobial and antioxidant activities of neem assisted silver-modified zeolite X synthesized from kaolin
Zeolite X was synthesized from kaolin and then modified using (Azadirachta indica) neem together with silver nitrate solution by ion …
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Undergraduate occupational therapy students’ perceptions of their preparedness for splinting in hand rehabilitation: An exploratory study at the University of KwaZulu-Natal
BACKGROUND: Hand rehabilitation, particularly splinting, is a key area in occupational therapy. However, existing literature suggests that students often feel …
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Prevalence and predictors of virological failure and quality of life of people with HIV/AIDS at a Municipal Hospital, Volta Region –Ghana: A cross-sectional study
BACKGROUND: Despite several interventions to eradicate HIV/AIDS globally, virological failure continues to threaten the goals of antiretroviral therapies (ART) and …
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Assessment of adherence to the World Health Organization’s prescribing indicators at the family medicine clinic of a quaternary facility
To promote rational drug use in developing countries, it is important to assess drug use patterns. This study assessed the …
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Parental perspectives on human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination of school-aged girls in Ilishan, Nigeria: A qualitative study protocol
The introduction of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine in Nigeria in October 2023 aimed to vaccinate over 16 million adolescent …
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Struggles for provision of palliative care services at the primary healthcare setting in Tanzania; Experiences from health facility in-charges in Dar es Salaam; A qualitative study
BACKGROUND: The rising burden of chronic illnesses due to Communicable Diseases and Non-communicable Diseases has heightened the need for palliative …
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Uptake of measles second dose vaccine among children aged 15–35 months at Mettu Woreda, Illu Aba Bor Zone, Ethiopia: A community-based cross-sectional study
BACKGROUND: Measles remains a significant global health threat, especially for Children. Its prevention can be achieved through a safe and …
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An economic evaluation of the LINKEDin study: An intervention to reduce initial loss to follow-up among tuberculosis patients in South Africa
Tuberculosis (TB) patients who are diagnosed but not registered and initiated on TB treatment are categorised as initial loss to …
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Factors influencing the functionality of medicines and therapeutic committees in public health facilities in Uganda: A longitudinal assessment
World health organization estimates that of all medicines used globally, about 50% are used irrationally. This is mostly attributed to …
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Evaluating the effectiveness of preservice midwifery curricula in Ethiopia: A comparison of neonatal resuscitation and infection prevention practice of midwifery graduates trained in competency-based versus conventional curricula
BACKGROUND: Infection control and neonatal resuscitation are essential midwifery practices that can reduce maternal and neonatal mortality. However, in Ethiopia, …
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Knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding bovine tuberculosis in cattle and humans in Malawi
BACKGROUND: Bovine tuberculosis (BTB) has a significant impact on both the cattle industry and human health. Understanding its transmission, clinical …
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Postpartum cytokine shifts and IL-10–mediated immune suppression in malaria-infected primigravid women
BACKGROUND: According to the World Health Organization's recent report, malaria remains a major health challenge during pregnancy and for postpartum …
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Prevalence and factors associated with underweight among children under five born to adolescent mothers: Evidence from the 2022 Kenya Demographic and Health Survey
BACKGROUND: Undernutrition remains a major public health concern in low- and middle-income countries, with children born to adolescent mothers being …
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Impact of protected areas on deforestation in Madagascar from 2000 to 2023: A pre-analysis plan
Protected areas are the most prevalent strategy to mitigate biodiversity loss and deforestation, especially in biodiversity hotspots like Madagascar. This …
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Sex and rank in public service hierarchies: Rank distribution in Ghana’s health and security services
This study analyses leadership patterns in Ghana's health and security institutions since 1992, with a particular emphasis on the sex …
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Exploring heterogeneity in treatment effects: The impact and interaction of asset-based wealth and mass azithromycin distribution on child mortality
OBJECTIVE: To examine how child mortality among children aged 1-59 months varies by asset-based wealth status in rural Burkina Faso, …