Latest Articles for Public Health

Health Systems and Quality Improvement Impact of Performance-Based Financing on Healthcare Workers in Cameroon

Assessing the effects of PBF on health worker output and care quality in Mezam.

Therence Nwana Dingana, Balgah Roland Azibo, Daniel Agwenig Ndisang

2025-04-28T07:05:15+00:00 ― 8 min read

Systems Biology Catching Bugs: Early Warning Systems for Diseases

Learn how experts use indicators to predict infectious disease outbreaks.

Clara Delecroix, Quirine ten Bosch, Egbert H. Van Nes

2025-04-28T02:00:16+00:00 ― 8 min read

Public and Global Health Understanding Mortality in Rural South Africa

A new program seeks clarity on causes of death through cultural sensitivity and community engagement.

Alison Castle, Gugu Shazi, Threnesan Naidoo

2025-04-27T23:50:21+00:00 ― 8 min read

Psychiatry and Clinical Psychology Insights from the UK Biobank Mental Health Study

A comprehensive look at mental health trends and factors.

Katrina A.S. Davis, Jonathan R.I. Coleman, Mark Adams

2025-04-27T09:20:33+00:00 ― 6 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)COVID-19 Treatment Efforts in Low-Income Countries

Efforts to expand COVID-19 treatment access in low- and middle-income countries.

Caroline E. Boeke, Nervine Hamza, Chukwuemeka Agwuocha

2025-04-27T05:43:06+00:00 ― 6 min read

Bioinformatics Revolutionizing Phylogenetic Analysis with HIPSTR

New algorithm improves summary trees in phylogenetic studies.

Guy Baele, Luiz M. Carvalho, Marius Brusselmans

2025-04-27T02:11:44+00:00 ― 7 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)Molnupiravir: Navigating Its Role in COVID-19 Treatment

An overview of molnupiravir's effectiveness and challenges in treating COVID-19.

Shadisadat Esmaeili, Katherine Owens, Jessica Wagoner

2025-04-27T02:05:39+00:00 ― 6 min read

Mathematical Physics The Competitive World of Viruses

Exploring how viruses compete and what we can do to manage them.

Javier López-Pedrares, Cristiana J. Silva, M. Elena Vázquez-Cendón

2025-04-26T12:27:51+00:00 ― 7 min read

Public and Global Health Addressing the Overdose Crisis with Naloxone

Naloxone distribution programs are essential in reversing overdose deaths in communities.

Nabarun Dasgupta, Alice Bell, Malcolm Visnich

2025-04-26T07:58:24+00:00 ― 9 min read

Social and Information Networks The Science of Influencers: Key Nodes in Networks

Discover how identifying key influencers can impact marketing and public health.

Mateusz Stolarski, Adam Piróg, Piotr Bródka

2025-04-25T22:19:45+00:00 ― 6 min read

Artificial Intelligence AI and Biological Risks: What You Need to Know

Exploring concerns of AI impacting biological safety and management.

Aidan Peppin, Anka Reuel, Stephen Casper

2025-04-25T21:42:00+00:00 ― 7 min read

Psychiatry and Clinical Psychology The Impact of Major Depressive Disorder on Aging

MDD may accelerate biological aging, affecting mental and physical health.

Eileen Y. Xu, Claire Green, Daniel L. McCartney

2025-04-25T21:06:03+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biochemistry Henipaviruses: Emerging Threats to Health

Study reveals the dangers and challenges posed by Henipaviruses.

Aaron J. May, Muralikrishna Lella, Jared Lindenberger

2025-04-25T06:54:24+00:00 ― 6 min read

HIV/AIDS The Impact of HIV Self-Testing in West Africa

Examining HIV self-testing and its role in increasing awareness in Côte d'Ivoire.

Arlette Simo Fotso, Christian Koukobo, Romain Silhol

2025-04-24T23:21:21+00:00 ― 7 min read

HIV/AIDS Cervical Cancer in Mozambique: A Growing Concern

Cervical cancer presents a serious threat to women in Mozambique, especially those with HIV.

Della Correia, Zurnaid Bay, Argentina Wate

2025-04-24T19:43:54+00:00 ― 5 min read

Public and Global Health Tackling Obesity in Europe: New Approaches

A look at how calorie labels and sugary drink taxes can reduce obesity.

I Gusti Ngurah Edi Putra, Prof Martin O’Flaherty, Karl M. F. Emmert-Fees

2025-04-24T12:29:00+00:00 ― 7 min read

Genetic and Genomic Medicine Smoking's Impact on DNA Methylation: A Complex Interaction

Examining how smoking alters DNA methylation and its health implications.

Madhurbain Singh, C. V. Dolan, D. M. Lapato

2025-04-24T01:36:39+00:00 ― 6 min read

Neuroscience Decoding Addiction: The Role of Opioids in the Brain

Exploring how opioids interact with brain neurons and influence addiction.

R. Chittajallu, A. Vlachos, X.Q. Yuan

2025-04-23T20:16:32+00:00 ― 7 min read

HIV/AIDS Addressing Gaps in Viral Load Monitoring for HIV Patients

Challenges in viral load testing impact HIV treatment in Kenya.

Harriet Fridah Adhiambo, Jayne Lewis-Kulzer, Edwin Nyagesoa

2025-04-23T18:21:45+00:00 ― 7 min read

Health Policy Quarantine and Isolation: A Global Perspective

An overview of quarantine and isolation policies worldwide.

Amanda Rosner, Ciara M. Weets, Rory Wilson

2025-04-23T14:44:18+00:00 ― 6 min read

Public and Global Health The Hidden Dangers of Excess Salt

Excess salt intake poses significant health risks; learn how to reduce it.

Sujiv Akkilagunta, Victoria Thomas, Kalaiselvi Selvaraj

2025-04-23T07:29:24+00:00 ― 6 min read

Epidemiology Understanding Pneumococcal Transmission in Blantyre

Research reveals how pneumococcal germs spread among children in Blantyre, Malawi.

Rory Cave, James Chirombo, Uri Obolski

2025-04-23T00:14:30+00:00 ― 7 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)Antimicrobial Resistance: A Growing Concern

Antimicrobial resistance poses major health risks globally.

Rebecca A J Andrews, Virginia Hernandez Santiago, Bruce Guthrie

2025-04-22T13:22:09+00:00 ― 7 min read

Computers and Society The Opioid Crisis: Social Vulnerabilities Exposed

Examining how social factors contribute to opioid-related deaths in the U.S.

Andrew Deas, Adam Spannaus, Dakotah D. Maguire

2025-04-22T13:10:00+00:00 ― 6 min read

Neurology Saliva and Alzheimer's: A Simple Link?

Research explores the connection between lactoferrin in saliva and Alzheimer's risk.

BL Hammerschlag, B Butts, KDS Likos

2025-04-22T09:44:42+00:00 ― 5 min read

Medical Education Improving AEFI Reporting in Tanzania's Healthcare System

Addressing gaps in AEFI reporting knowledge among healthcare providers in Tanzania.

Raphael C. Kambona, Alphonce I. Marealle, Manase Kilonzi

2025-04-22T06:07:15+00:00 ― 5 min read

Microbiology New Insights into Salmonella Spread and Antibiotic Impact

Research uncovers how Salmonella spreads and responds to antibiotics in mice.

Matthew K Waldor, J. A. Hotinger, I. W. Campbell

2025-04-22T03:09:04+00:00 ― 6 min read

Public and Global Health Tackling Schistosomiasis: A Strategic Plan for 2030

A comprehensive approach to combat schistosomiasis through treatment and sanitation improvements.

Fred Besigye, Rowel Candia, Moses Adriko

2025-04-22T02:29:48+00:00 ― 6 min read

Public and Global Health Addressing Rotavirus in Malawi: A Study on Vaccine Strategies

Researchers analyze different vaccination strategies to combat rotavirus in Malawi.

Catherine Wenger, Ernest O. Asare, Jiye Kwon

2025-04-21T22:52:21+00:00 ― 6 min read

Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition Mapping Movement: New Insights into Co-Walking

Exploring how people walk together through innovative image-based analysis.

Maria Cardei, Sabit Ahmed, Gretchen Chapman

2025-04-21T19:33:00+00:00 ― 6 min read

Numerical Analysis Tracking Epidemics: The Math Behind Disease Spread

Researchers use math to track and predict disease outbreaks effectively.

Michael V. Klibanov, Trung Truong

2025-04-21T18:15:54+00:00 ― 6 min read

Epidemiology Understanding Correlates of Protection in Vaccination

Scientists study how antibody levels relate to infection risk.

Ziyuan Zhang, Christopher Brian Boyer, Marc Lipsitch

2025-04-21T15:37:27+00:00 ― 7 min read

Epidemiology Battling Smallpox: Lessons Learned From the Past

A look into the fight against smallpox and future preparedness.

Youngsuk Ko, Yubin Seo, Jin Ju Park

2025-04-21T07:41:55+00:00 ― 7 min read

Methodology Data Collection for Family Planning Insights

Analyzing modern contraceptive use data for better health outcomes.

Leontine Alkema, Herbert Susmann, Evan Ray

2025-04-21T04:11:02+00:00 ― 7 min read

Cardiovascular Medicine Addressing the Gaps in Statin Prescriptions for Heart Health

A study reveals disparities in statin use and its impact on cardiovascular disease.

Rutendo Muzambi, Krishnan Bhaskaran, Helen Strongman

2025-04-21T03:04:30+00:00 ― 7 min read

Biochemistry New Hope in the Fight Against Tuberculosis

Researchers explore peptides for more effective TB vaccines.

Constanza Estefania Martínez-Olivares, Vasti Lozano-Ordaz, Dulce Mata-Espinosa

2025-04-20T16:16:30+00:00 ― 9 min read

Addiction Medicine The Challenge of Acinetobacter baumannii in Healthcare

Acinetobacter baumannii poses serious infection risks in hospitals, especially with antibiotic resistance.

Alya Amer Rahi

2025-04-20T13:12:15+00:00 ― 6 min read

Microbiology The Curious Case of COL: A Unique MRSA Strain

Discover the unique traits of COL, a slow-growing MRSA strain.

Claire E. Stevens, Ashley T. Deventer, Paul R. Johnston

2025-04-20T05:13:54+00:00 ― 9 min read

Microbiology The Hidden Threat of Droplets

Learn how droplets spread germs and impact health.

Amey Nitin Agharkar, Dipasree Hajra, Kush Kumar Dewangan

2025-04-20T02:28:15+00:00 ― 7 min read

Immunology Vaccines vs. COVID-19: A Race for Safety

How vaccines combat COVID-19 and adapt to new variants.

Sandhya Bangaru, Abigail M. Jackson, Jeffrey Copps

2025-04-19T23:42:36+00:00 ― 6 min read