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Abstract Background School-aged children in low and middle-resource settings often face a high burden of preventable illnesses, yet health systems typically prioritise children under five. In 2023, 1.5 million deaths oc...

Introduction: The Neonatal Mortality Rate (NMR) remains high in India despite various advances in neonatal care. A reliable scoring system may help identify sick neonates and facilitate early interventions. The Score for...

Abstract This study explored the different categories of parenting concerns and their influencing factors in young and middle-aged breast cancer patients. 490 young and middle-aged breast cancer patients were recruited f...

Abstract Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) remains the leading cause of mortality and health burden worldwide. We aimed to assess ASCVD epidemiology, 10-year risk, and cardiometabolic care using nationally r...

AimPopulation ageing and increasing care demands have led to a growing reliance on nursing support personnel in hospital care systems. This study aimed to examine the working conditions, sources of stress, and job satisf...

This study utilized Latent Profile Analysis (LPA) to identify attachment style latent profiles among parents of school-aged children and examine their association with parenting behaviors. Analysis of attachment anxiety ...

Background HIV is a major health challenge in Kenya, where prevalence exceeds global averages. Achieving viral suppression depends on consistent adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART), but individuals in neighbourhood...

Abstract Background In Pakistan, over 10,000 children are diagnosed with cancer annually, with leukemia being the most common. These cases present challenges in symptom management, prognosis, and caregiver burden. Despit...

Abstract Background Rapid digital transformation in healthcare requires nurses to effectively use digital communication tools and apply technology safely in clinical practice. Despite this need, limited evidence exists o...

Abstract Background Oral frailty is a significant risk factor for systemic frailty and poor health outcomes in older adults. While oral health care interventions may mitigate this decline, the evidence remains fragmented...

Background: Anaemia prevalence among Southern African children aged 6–23 months was estimated at 65% in 2019. The World Health Organization recommends that children aged 6–23 months living in countries with an anaem...

Abstract Background Undernutrition remains a major public health concern among HIV-positive children. Despite advancements in antiretroviral therapy (ART) effectiveness in managing HIV, these children still face nutritio...

Background. High rates of hazardous and binge drinking patterns have been identified among adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) in South Africa. AGYW also bear the highest burden of HIV/AIDS in the country, placing th...

Abstract Objectives Depression is a prevalent mental health issue among the elderly, negatively impacting their quality of life and increasing healthcare costs. Handgrip strength (HGS) measures muscular strength and is a...

Abstract Background Early HIV diagnosis allows timely interventions to control HIV transmission. We have determined the proportion of recent infections among people living with HIV (PLHIV) enrolling to care in Ethiopia a...

The purpose of this study is to explore the views of day care center educators on how they act when babies cry, if they are able to identify the causes of crying and what are the subjection reasons that make them take ac...

ABSTRACT Background and Aims Lymphatic malformations (LMs) are congenital anomalies of the lymphatic system, frequently affecting pediatric populations. While complete surgical excision remains a primary therapeutic opti...

Abstract Background Equitable health service utilization is key to health systems' optimal performance and universal health coverage. The evidence shows that men and women use health services differently. However, curren...

Abstract Introduction Thyroid hormone abnormalities are among the most common endocrine dysfunctions in the Nepalese population. Iodine is essential for normal thyroid function, and both iodine deficiency and excess can ...

Childhood pneumonia accounts for 17% of IMR in India, posing a major health burden. With cultural beliefs influencing care seeking behaviour and disparities existing in health infrastructure across the country, an unders...

OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to examine the associations between work-related psychosocial factors and working life expectancy (WLE) across occupational groups among Finnish public sector employees aged ≥50 years. METHO...

Objective: The following pilot mixed-design study evaluate a novel intervention feasibility and acceptability to generate preliminary hypotheses considering its potential to promote responsible screen and book use, paren...

Abstract Objective To determine the prevalence of sexual dysfunction and its associated factors in pregnant women. Methods A descriptive, cross-sectional study including 262 pregnant women aged 18 years or older with...

Objectives This study aimed to assess the prevalence of diabetes and associated risk factors and to deepen understanding of the diabetes burden in Ga Mashie, an urban-poor area in Accra, Ghana.Design Cross-sectional epid...