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An assessment of a health education program addressing overweight, obesity and lifestyle modification in Ghana
BACKGROUND: Obesity is a significant risk factor for several comorbidities, including type II diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular diseases. Recent studies …
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Red cell distribution width and associated factors among hypertensive patients attending Arba Minch General Hospital, Southern Ethiopia: A comparative cross-sectional study
BACKGROUND: Red cell distribution width (RDW) has been increasingly linked with cardiovascular and metabolic conditions. However, its clinical relevance in …
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Photo-voicing experiences of teenage mothers with teenage pregnancy and motherhood in Western Uganda
Teenage Pregnancy and Motherhood (TPM) pose significant global public health challenges, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa with Uganda being among the …
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Impact of malaria vector control interventions implemented in Luangwa District southeastern of Zambia: A 13-year observational time series analysis of malaria trends
INTRODUCTION: Luangwa District has one of the longest running legacy datasets in Zambia regarding reliable monitoring of confirmed malaria cases …
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Exploring healthcare staff experiences with a hybrid paper/digital health management information system and their perspectives on digitalization as an alternative – A Tanzanian qualitative case study on perinatal data
Quality health data is essential to improve delivery and outcomes of healthcare. This study explores the experiences of healthcare staff …
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Joint predictors of antenatal care contacts and timing of antenatal care initiation among women of reproductive age in Ethiopia
BACKGROUND: Maternal and neonatal mortality remain major public health challenges, particularly in low-income countries like Ethiopia. Antenatal care (ANC) plays …
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Enhancing food security sustainability through digital information extension services in rural Uganda: Maize postharvest evidence-based strategies
BACKGROUND: Postharvest losses caused by poor drying and storage practices lead to maize waste, reduced food availability, unsafe food due …
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A compact ultra-wideband bandstop filter using mu-negative and ENZ metamaterial resonators for multiple advanced wireless communication systems
A compact ultra-wideband bandstop filter (UWB-BSF) based on a microstrip line and innovative complementary electrical LC (CELC)-loaded metamaterial (MTM) resonators …
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Barriers and enablers to help-seeking for common mental disorders among young people in low-income settings: Perspectives from Zimbabwe
Common Mental Disorders (CMDs), such as depression and anxiety are highly prevalent, particularly among young people globally. In Zimbabwe, contributing …
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Time to phlebitis onsite and its predictors among admitted patients with peripheral intravenous cannulas at Debre Markos Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia, 2024/ 2025: A prospective follow-up study
INTRODUCTION: Phlebitis due to peripheral intravenous cannulation is a common issue in hospitalized patients which leading to serious complications such …
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Prevalence and determinants of anemia among HIV-positive children in central Uganda: A cross sectional study
BACKGROUND: Anemia remains a critical public health issue, especially in low-resource settings like Uganda, with severe consequences especially in HIV-positive …
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Metabolomics and databases driven approach of identification of phytochemicals from seed of Salvia schimperi using high-performance liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry
Salvia schimperi is widely used in Ethiopian folk medicine, particularly its raw and roasted seeds for treating ailments such as …
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MAFLD in Egyptian non-dialysis CKD Patients: Frequency, fibrosis severity, and risk factors
INTRODUCTION: The prevalence of Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Fatty Liver Disease (MAFLD) in non-dialysis chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients remains underexplored, particularly …
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Supportive care needs and challenges experienced by women diagnosed with breast cancer in Kumasi, Ghana: A qualitative exploratory study
INTRODUCTION: Globally, breast cancer (BC) remains the main cause of illness and death among women. A diagnosis with BC can …
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Investigating the psychometric properties of the Patient Health Questionnaire for Adolescents (PHQ-A) and Center for Epidemiologic Studies - Depression Scale for Children (CES-DC) among young adolescents in South Africa
Depression among adolescents is a global concern, including in South Africa, emphasizing the need for reliable screening tools. While the …
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Factors influencing breast cancer screening among reproductive age women in Lesotho: Analysis of the 2023-24 demographic and health survey using the Andersen Behavioral Model
BACKGROUND: Breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in women globally and a significant public health burden in …
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Chronic complications among patients with type 2 diabetes in Southern Ethiopia
BACKGROUND: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a global health concern associated with complications that significantly impact patients' quality of …
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Preconception care uptake and risk factors for adverse pregnancy outcomes among pregnant women in Tigray, northern Ethiopia: A community-based cross-sectional study
BACKGROUND: Adverse pregnancy outcomes continue to pose a significant global public health challenge, especially in low- and middle-income countries. Although …
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Antibacterial and antiviral potential of harmalacidine hydrochloride, a β-carboline alkaloid, against respiratory tract pathogens: Staphylococcus aureus and H1N1 influenza virus
Respiratory infections remain a leading cause of morbidity and mortality, necessitating new therapeutic strategies. This study evaluated the antiviral and …
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Power and interest levels in safely managed sanitation services in Zambia: A stakeholder mapping
BACKGROUND: Access to safely managed sanitation (SMS) in sub-Saharan Africa including Zambia remains a challenge. Variations in power and interest …