Individual and community-level determinants of neonatal mortality in Somalia: a multilevel analysis of the 2018–2019 demographic and health survey
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Awo Mohamed Kahie, Abdirahman Omer Ali, Nura Mohamed Omer
Background: Somalia faces one of the world's highest neonatal mortality (NM) rates, representing a severe public health crisis. This study aimed to identify the individual …
Interplay of individual and food environment factors shaping diets in the Kisumu urban informal settlements
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Consolata Nolega Musita, Sophia Ngala, George Ooko Abong
Introduction Malnutrition persists in Kenyan urban informal settlements, disproportionately affecting women and children. This study explores the complex interplay between individual-level and food environment factors …
Prospective cohort study evaluating feasibility, acceptability, and clinical impact of diabetes self-management education in a PEN-Plus program in Southeastern Liberia
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Gina Ferrari, Joe Davies, Ada Thapa
People living with insulin dependent diabetes (PLWIDD) in low and lower-middle income countries (LLMICs), specifically rural areas, face significant barriers to diabetes management. Diabetes Self-Management …
Scale morphometry, geometry and ultrastructure of three Nemipterus species from the Egyptian part of the Red Sea
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Imam A. Mekkawy, Usama M. Mahmoud, Samia Mohsen El-Mahdy
The present investigation aimed to document and analyze the diversity of scale characteristics in three Nemipterus species; N. zysron (12.2-18.5 cm SL), N. randalli (13-18 …
Factors influencing physical activity for hypertension prevention among older adults in a peri-urban community in Ho, Ghana
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Kennedy Diema Konlan, Ruth Nukpezah Nimota, Mirialys Fiona Nana Ama Anaman
BACKGROUND: Regular physical activity is proven to be an effective risk-reduction strategy against hypertension among older adults. This study assessed the factors influencing regular physical …
Burden and Challenges of Managing Hypertension in People Living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Infection in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Mixed Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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Francis Duhamel Nang Nang, Liliane Mfeukeu Kuaté, Anastase Dzudié
Objectives: Poor hypertension prevention among people living with HIV (PLHIV) in sub-Saharan Africa may undermine progress in HIV prevention achieved within this population. This review …
First records of the fruit pest Drosophila suzukii (Matsumura, 1931) (Diptera: Drosophilidae) in South Africa
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L.A.I. Steyn, Zion Jodamus, Vernon M. Steyn
Native to Southeast Asia, the fly Drosophila suzukii (Matsumura) (Diptera: Drosophilidae), or Spotted Wing Drosophila, has become a major pest of soft-skinned fruits in several …
First report of the ambrosia beetle, Amasa parviseta (Curculiondae: Scolytinae), in South Africa
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Garyn Townsend, Martin Hill, Brett P. Hurley
Worldwide introductions of non-native bark and ambrosia beetles (Coleoptera: Scolytinae) are increasing, with several species now capable of attacking living trees and introducing pathogenic fungi …
Governance and entrepreneurship: a cross-national study of business start-up intentions
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Takawira Munyaradzi Ndofirepi, Renier Steyn
The research explores how governance quality affects business start-up intentions across 43 countries.Drawing on institutional theory, it examines how governance dimensions, compared to national income …
Effectiveness of an integrated community and hospital digital health information system for maternal and newborn healthcare in Northern Kenya: a nonrandomized before-after evaluation
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Elizabeth Ombech, Hellen Gatakaa, Enock Oloo
Background Poor access to antenatal care (ANC), skilled delivery, and postnatal checks within 48 h of delivery are linked to adverse pregnancy outcomes. In Kenya, …
Trends in land prices paid for farms redistributed under the proactive land acquisition strategy in South Africa (2005–2018)
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Siphe Zantsi, K. Sotsha, W.T. Shiba
Introduction South Africa’s market-based land reform has long been criticised for its slow pace, partly due to concerns about limited budgets, alleged inflated land prices, …
High-protein diets reduce plasma pro-inflammatory cytokines following lipopolysaccharide challenge in Swiss Albino mice
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Hellen Kinyi, Charles Kato Drago, Lucy Ochola
Macronutrients serve as principal sources of energy, structural components, and regulators of physiological processes. However, the optimal macronutrient combination for health remains unclear. While previous …
School leadership in action: The dynamics of managing preservice teachers’ work-integrated learning in South African secondary schools
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Motsekiso Calvin Letuma, Moeketsi Elias Dlamini
The Minimum Requirements for Teacher Education Qualifications policy in South Africa prescribes Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) as a means of preparing preservice teachers for authentic school …
Experimental evaluation of the effect of openings on the structural performance of diagonally reinforced coupling beams
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Ahmed Elghool, Nasser F. El-Shafey, Osman M. O. Ramadan
Abstract In some cases, it is necessary to create openings in coupling beams to accommodate utility pipes and ducts. The presence of these openings can …
Impact of an analytical treatment interruption on partners and family members of trial participants in Durban, South Africa: a qualitative study
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Krista L. Dong, Makhosonke Ngcobo, Ntombifuthi Langa
Background: HIV cure-related research often include analytical treatment interruptions (ATIs), which are monitored pauses in antiretroviral therapy (ART) to determine whether interventions can stimulate viral …
Strengthening access to zinc and oral rehydration solution for childhood diarrheal treatment in Africa
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Nsikakabasi Samuel George, Sandra Salomy Phiri, Deborah Oluwaseun Shomuyiwa
Childhood diarrhea remains a formidable public health challenge in Africa, exacerbated by limited access to clean water, poor sanitation, and inadequate healthcare infrastructure, impacting millions …
Evaluating the effects of the free healthcare policy on clinical visits and malaria among children in Burkina Faso: a modeling study of past trends and future forecasts
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André Lin Ouédraogo, Marie-Jeanne Offosse, Julie Zhang
BACKGROUND: Access to primary healthcare remains a major challenge in sub-Saharan Africa. In 2016, Burkina Faso introduced the free healthcare policy, eliminating financial barriers by …
Synergistic potentiation of antibiotics by chamomile phytochemicals against multidrug-resistant Helicobacter pylori
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Menna M. M. Mohammed Ali, Hala Mohamed Abu Shady, Sayed. M. M
BACKGROUND: Helicobacter pylori is a significant global health issue, infecting nearly half of the population. Increasing antibiotic resistance leads to treatment failures. This study examined …
Optimizing grout formulations for post-tensioning using pozzolanic and filler blends
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Sarah Ibrahim, Ayman Shamseldein, Hesham Sokairge
The use of post-tensioning (PT) technology has grown rapidly due to the increasing demand for longer spans and reduced section depths in concrete structures. However, …
A qualitative evaluation of a global surgery course within the University of Cape Town’s master of public health curriculum: A cross-sectional study
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Yvan Zolo, Wakisa Mulwafu, Moses Isiagi
Access to safe surgery is a critical, yet often neglected, component of Public Health for health systems strengthening. Despite its importance, Global Surgery education remains …