Tag: #PublicHealth
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Rapid COVID-19 Screening: Performance Comparison of Saliva and Nasal Swab Diagnostic Kits
Introduction Accurate and rapid COVID-19 testing remains essential for controlling outbreaks, especially in countries with strained healthcare systems. This study evaluates the performance of nasopharyngeal swab (NPS) and salivabased rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) compared with the gold-standard RT PCR method. The findings highlight key differences in sensitivity, specificity, and overall diagnostic reliability critical insights for…
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Hypertension and COVID-19 Mortality How Sex Differences Influence Fatality Risks Meta-Analysis Insights
Introduction Hypertension has long been recognized as a critical risk factor for cardiovascular disease, but its impact became even more evident during the COVID-19 pandemic. A new systematic review and meta-analysis sheds light on how high blood pressureand even biological sex affects mortality risk among hospitalized COVID-19 patients. For readers exploring advanced biomedical insights, visit…
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Biostatistical and Mathematical Insights into COVID-19 Understanding Pandemic DynamicThrough Advanced Modeling
Introduction The global spread of COVID-19 reshaped public health systems, economic structures, and scientific priorities worldwide. To strengthen future pandemic preparedness, researchers increasingly rely on mathematical and biostatistical models to interpret transmission patterns and guide response strategies. The study “Biostatistical and Mathematical Analysis on COVID-19” provides an in-depth evaluation of the outbreak in Hubei Province…
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Innovative Ceramic Pot Filters: A Sustainable Solution for Clean Drinking Water in Rural Communities
Introduction: Access to safe drinking water remains a global challenge, especially in regions where traditional purification systems are costly or unavailable. Researchers from Obafemi Awolowo University and the University of Ibadan have developed an eco-friendly ceramic pot water filter using locally sourced clay and sawdust an innovation that promises to make clean drinking water more…
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Evaluating Social Impact The Mobile Outreach Program’s Success in Hepatitis C Treatment and Investment Return
Introduction: The fight against Hepatitis C (HCV) is critical in reducing global health burdens, especially among vulnerable populations. A recent study evaluates the Social Return on Investment (SROI) for Portugal’s Mobile Outreach Program (MOP), demonstrating how targeted interventions can simultaneously improve public health outcomes and create measurable socioeconomic value. Visit https://www.addictiontherjournal.com/ for more groundbreaking research…
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Understanding Khat AddictionInsights from Street Users in Addis Ababa and Their Struggles to Quit
Introduction:Khat chewing, a widespread practice in East Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, remains a significant public health concern, especially among vulnerable populations. A recent qualitative study explored khat use behavior and the readiness to quit among street dwellers in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The study sheds light on the complex interplay of addiction, socio economic factors,…
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Urban Parks and Homeless Addicts Coping Strategy or Public Crisis A New Ethnographic Analysis
Introduction:The rapid urbanization of modern cities has created unintended consequences for vulnerable populations. A new ethnographic study explores the controversial issue of homeless addicts occupying public parks, providing fresh insight into their struggles and society’s response. Visit https://www.addictiontherjournal.com/ for more groundbreaking research in this field. Understanding the Growing Presence of Homeless Addicts in Public ParksPublic…
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Urinary Cotinine Levels Unveiling Tobacco Use Patterns Among Indian Smokers and Non-Smokers
Introduction Tobacco consumption continues to be a critical public health concern, especially in regions like India where both smoking and smokeless tobacco usage are prevalent. A recent cross-sectional study conducted among the Indian population offers valuable insights by analyzing urinary cotinine levels a biomarker for nicotine exposure across diverse tobacco user groups. Visit https://www.addictiontherjournal.com/ for…
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Unveiling Russia’s Alcohol Consumption Trends A Comprehensive Literature Review
Introduction Alcohol consumption is a major public health concern worldwide, but in Russia, estimating the true extent of consumption has posed significant challenges due to the prevalence of unrecorded alcohol use. This review provides critical insights into Russia’s alcohol consumption patterns across several decades, analyzing various research methods and statistical approaches to estimate the real…
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Physicians Role in Smoking Cessation New Insights from Gaza Strip Study
Introduction Smoking remains one of the deadliest public health challenges globally, with over 7 million deaths annually attributed to tobacco use. While physicians are often regarded as the first line of defense in combating smoking-related diseases, new research from Gaza Strip reveals significant gaps in their knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to smoking cessation. This…
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