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Knowledge, practice and associated factors towards the prevention of COVID-19 among high-risk groups: A cross-sectional study in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
BACKGROUND: Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a highly transmittable virus that continues to disrupt livelihoods, particularly those of low-income segments of …
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Use of face masks to limit the spread of the COVID-19 among western Ugandans: Knowledge, attitude and practices
BACKGROUND: The world is grappling with an ever-changing COVID-19 pandemic using preventive measures such as personal hygiene, face masks, restrictions …
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Estimating the risk of aflatoxin-induced liver cancer in Tanzania based on biomarker data
Evidence about the magnitude of the aflatoxin menace can help policy makers appreciate the importance of the problem and strengthen …
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Immuno-informatics design of a multimeric epitope peptide based vaccine targeting SARS-CoV-2 spike glycoprotein
Developing an efficacious vaccine for SARS-CoV-2 infection is critical to stemming COVID-19 fatalities and providing the global community with immune …
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Presence of antibody-dependent cellular cytotoxicity (ADCC) against SARS-CoV-2 in COVID-19 plasma
BACKGROUND: Neutralizing-antibody (nAb) is the major focus of most ongoing COVID-19 vaccine trials. However, nAb response against SARS-CoV-2, when present, …
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It helps to talk: A guiding framework (TRUST) for peer support in delivering mental health care for adolescents living with HIV
INTRODUCTION: Adolescents living with HIV have poor treatment outcomes, including lower rates of viral suppression, than other age groups. Emerging …
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Distribution patterns of Acidobacteriota in different fynbos soils
The Acidobacteriota is ubiquitous and is considered as one of the major bacterial phyla in soils. The current taxonomic classifications …
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Managing urban solid waste in Ghana: Perspectives and experiences of municipal waste company managers and supervisors in an urban municipality
Increased population growth and rapid urbanization have resulted in the generation of large quantities of solid waste across major urban …
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Prevalence of low birth weight and its associated factor at birth in Sub-Saharan Africa: A generalized linear mixed model
BACKGROUND: Low birth weight (LBW) is one of the major determinants of perinatal survival, infant morbidity, and mortality, as well …
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Infection prevention and control compliance among exposed healthcare workers in COVID-19 treatment centers in Ghana: A descriptive cross-sectional study
Compliance with infection prevention and control (IPC) protocols is critical in minimizing the risk of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) infection among …
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Magnitude of asymptomatic COVID-19 cases throughout the course of infection: A systematic review and meta-analysis
BACKGROUND: Asymptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infections are responsible for potentially significant transmission of COVID-19. Worldwide, a number of studies were conducted to …
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Impact of COVID-19 on mental health and quality of life: Is there any effect? A cross-sectional study of the MENA region
The COVID-19 pandemic is a major health crisis that has changed the life of millions globally. The purpose of this …
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Antimicrobial activities evaluation and phytochemical screening of some selected medicinal plants: A possible alternative in the treatment of multidrug-resistant microbes
BACKGROUND: Four out of five individuals rely on traditional medicine for their primary healthcare needs. Medicinal plants are endowed with …
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Job loss and mental health during the COVID-19 lockdown: Evidence from South Africa
OBJECTIVES: Existing literature on how employment loss affects depression has struggled to address potential endogeneity bias caused by reverse causality. …
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The experiences, challenges, and acceptance of e-learning as a tool for teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic among university medical staff
BACKGROUND: e-learning was underutilized in the past especially in developing countries. However, the current crisis of the COVID-19 pandemic forced …
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Significant inefficiency in running community health systems: The case of health posts in Southwest Ethiopia
BACKGROUND: Although much has been documented about the performance of the health extension program, there is a lack of information …
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“Dispense antiretrovirals daily!” restructuring the delivery of HIV services to optimize antiretroviral initiation among men in Malawi
BACKGROUND: Gender disparities exist in the scale-up and uptake of HIV services with men being disproportionately under-represented in the services. …
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What medicines do households keep in their cabinets? Understanding the possession and use of medicines at home and the role of health insurance in Nigeria
BACKGROUND: Globally, the possession of medicines stored at home is increasing. However, little is known about the determinants of possessing …
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Complete symptom resolution as predictor of Helicobacter pylori eradication and factors affecting symptom resolution: Prospective follow up study
BACKGROUND: Symptom resolution is the most common clinical practice during assessment and evaluation of helicobacter pylori infected patients after employing …
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Assessment of plasma BMP-2, BMP-7, BMP-10, vitamin D, and TGF β1 in simple fractures among Sudanese patients
BACKGROUND: Bone morphogenetic proteins (BMP) are multifunctional proteins. They work as cytokines regulating osteogenesis during fracture healing process. The objectives …