Latest Articles for Public Health

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)Understanding Chagas Disease: A Growing Concern

Chagas disease affects millions, yet remains largely overlooked.

Mirta C. Remesar, Ester C. Sabino, Lewis F. Buss

2025-04-13T14:45:15+00:00 ― 7 min read

Microbiology Smallpox Eradication: Lessons for Today

Examining smallpox's eradication and implications for emerging viruses.

Katie K. Tseng, Heather Koehler, Daniel J. Becker

2025-04-13T10:20:33+00:00 ― 8 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)Combatting Malaria in the Greater Mekong Subregion

New strategies emerge to tackle malaria and drug resistance in Southeast Asia.

Mariusz Wojnarski, Sidhartha Chaudhury, Threechada Boonchan

2025-04-13T10:07:50+00:00 ― 5 min read

HIV/AIDS Addressing Advanced HIV Disease in Mozambique

Mozambique battles AHD amid rising HIV cases, focusing on testing and treatment.

Alexandre Nguimfack, Eudoxia Filipe, Dercio Filimao

2025-04-13T05:30:25+00:00 ― 5 min read

Health Policy Dengue Fatigue in Taiwan: A Closer Look

Examining how message fatigue affects dengue awareness in Taiwan.

Chia-Hsien Lin, Yen-Jung Chang, Hung-Yi Lu

2025-04-13T00:53:00+00:00 ― 7 min read

Obstetrics and Gynecology The Impact of Intestinal Worms on Pregnant Women in Zambia

This study reveals the prevalence of intestinal worms and anemia among pregnant women in Zambia.

Mellah Mulenga Kasoma, Amon Siame, Westone Hamwata

2025-04-12T01:45:55+00:00 ― 6 min read

Machine Learning Unlocking Causal Insights in Spatial Data

New methods enhance causal analysis of spatial data using neural networks.

Ziyang Jiang, Zach Calhoun, Yiling Liu

2025-04-11T11:52:48+00:00 ― 6 min read

Public and Global Health Health Progress and Challenges in Cameroon

An overview of health indicators and challenges in Cameroon by 2030.

Fabrice Zobel Lekeumo Cheuyem, Brian Ngongheh Ajong, Adidja Amani

2025-04-11T07:16:15+00:00 ― 6 min read

Public and Global Health Impact of Flooding on Maternal Mental Health

Floods affect not only homes but also the mental health of pregnant women.

Suhi Hanif, Jannat-E-Tajreen Momo, Farjana Jahan

2025-04-11T02:38:50+00:00 ― 7 min read

Populations and Evolution Advanced Models for Pandemic Preparedness

Researchers develop models to tackle evolving infectious diseases.

Quang Dang Nguyen, Sheryl L. Chang, Carl J. E. Suster

2025-04-11T01:57:24+00:00 ― 5 min read

Methodology Air Pollution's Impact on Social Mobility

Air pollution affects education and economic chances for the next generation.

Dafne Zorzetto, Paolo Dalla Torre, Sonia Petrone

2025-04-10T18:57:03+00:00 ― 5 min read

Epidemiology Rising Hypertension in Children Linked to Obesity

High blood pressure is increasingly affecting kids, highlighting the need for early detection.

Bowen Zhu, Shumin Zhan, Hui Shi

2025-04-10T17:24:00+00:00 ― 6 min read

Methodology Revolutionizing Data Analysis with New Factor Models

A fresh approach improves understanding of dietary patterns and health outcomes.

Dafne Zorzetto, Yingjie Huang, Roberta De Vito

2025-04-10T13:51:52+00:00 ― 6 min read

Machine Learning Battling Air Pollution from Brick Kilns

Discover the impact of brick kilns on air quality and health.

Zeel B Patel, Rishabh Mondal, Shataxi Dubey

2025-04-10T08:35:42+00:00 ― 6 min read

Bioinformatics The Evolving Challenge of SARS-CoV-2

Exploring the spike protein and its impact on COVID-19 variants.

Aria Gheeraert, Vincent Leroux, Dominique Mias-Lucquin

2025-04-10T02:16:42+00:00 ― 6 min read

Epidemiology Study Design Matters in Cancer Screening Research

Research shows how study design influences cancer screening effectiveness results.

Ulrike Haug, M. Braitmaier, S. Schwarz

2025-04-09T22:54:20+00:00 ― 4 min read

Public and Global Health The Impact of Aedes Aegypti on Public Health

Discover the serious risks posed by Aedes aegypti mosquitoes and the viruses they spread.

Tabitha Wanjiru, Wallace Bulimo, Solomon Langat

2025-04-08T23:47:15+00:00 ― 7 min read

Epidemiology The Impact of Weather on COVID-19 Spread

Weather plays a key role in how COVID-19 spreads seasonally.

Don Klinkenberg, Jantien Backer, Chantal Reusken

2025-04-08T14:32:25+00:00 ― 5 min read

Epidemiology Modeling Dengue Spread: Insights and Techniques

Discover how researchers model and predict the spread of dengue virus.

Anna M. Langmüller, Kiran A. Chandrasekher, Benjamin C. Haller

2025-04-08T09:55:00+00:00 ― 6 min read

Dermatology Leishmaniasis: A Growing Health Concern

Learn about leishmaniasis, its types, symptoms, and prevention strategies.

Elaf AbuZaaroor, Kamal AlShakhra, Moath Alawneh

2025-04-08T05:17:35+00:00 ― 5 min read

Genetic and Genomic Medicine Bridging the Knowledge Gap in Oncogenetics

A study reveals knowledge gaps in healthcare workers regarding oncogenetics and breast cancer.

Jad Jabbour, Léa Habibian, Christine Anne-Marie Martin

2025-04-07T06:10:30+00:00 ― 6 min read

Evolutionary Biology The Dance of Population Dynamics

Explore how populations change and interact in nature.

Jason M. Gray, Rowan J. Barker-Clarke, Jacob G. Scott

2025-04-06T23:44:09+00:00 ― 8 min read

Occupational and Environmental Health Climate Change and Health in Sub-Saharan Africa

Climate change impacts health, particularly in vulnerable regions like sub-Saharan Africa.

Aminata Kilungo, Godsgift N. Chukwuonye, Victor Okpanachi

2025-04-06T20:55:40+00:00 ― 6 min read

Nutrition Understanding Ethnic Differences in Diabetes Risk

Investigating how vitamin D deficiency relates to diabetes among different ethnic groups in East London.

Honglin Dong, Christian Reynolds, AFM Saiful Islam

2025-04-06T11:40:50+00:00 ― 6 min read

Cardiovascular Medicine The Benefits of Combination-Pill Therapy for Hypertension

Combination pills improve adherence and reduce costs for hypertension treatment.

Donglan Zhang, Jun Soo Lee, Nicole L. Therrien

2025-04-06T07:03:25+00:00 ― 7 min read

Artificial Intelligence DeepNetTMLE: A New Approach to Quarantine Decisions

A new method helps understand the impact of quarantine on public health.

Suhan Guo, Furao Shen, Ni Li

2025-04-05T10:37:39+00:00 ― 7 min read

Microbiology Antimicrobial Surfaces: Bacteria's Response and Resistance

Study reveals complex interactions between bacteria and antimicrobial metals like copper and silver.

Merilin Rosenberg, S. Park, S. Umerov

2025-04-05T09:05:03+00:00 ― 7 min read

Public and Global Health Understanding Hepatitis B in Kilifi: Voices and Challenges

Exploring the experiences and challenges of those living with hepatitis B in Kilifi.

Louise O Downs, Juliet Odhiambo, Mwanakombo Zaharani

2025-04-05T07:56:20+00:00 ― 6 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)Gut Microbiome's Role in Typhoid Fever

Research reveals gut microbiome influences susceptibility to typhoid fever.

Philip M. Ashton, L. Mageiros, J. E. Meiring

2025-04-04T18:04:05+00:00 ― 6 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)The Impact of Vaccination on Bacterial Dynamics

Vaccination strategies influence bacterial types and transmission, particularly among children.

Anabelle Wong, S. C. Kramer, D. M. Weinberger

2025-04-04T13:26:40+00:00 ― 6 min read

Animal Behavior and Cognition Mosquito Behavior: A Fight Against Malaria

Research reveals insights into mosquito behavior to combat deadly diseases.

Yasser M. Qureshi, Vitaly Voloshin, Katherine Gleave

2025-04-03T23:57:15+00:00 ― 7 min read

Addiction Medicine Digital Tools to Support Smoking Cessation

Utilizing technology for better smoking cessation support.

Corinna Leppin, Tosan Okpako, Claire Garnett

2025-04-03T18:57:00+00:00 ― 6 min read

Microbiology Antibiotic Resistance in Marine Mammals: A Hidden Threat

Antibiotic-resistant bacteria found in dolphins and whales raise concerns for health.

Ren Mark D. Villanueva, Jamaica Ann A. Caras, Windell L. Rivera

2025-04-03T10:09:00+00:00 ― 6 min read

HIV/AIDS Mozambique's Fight Against HIV: Progress and Challenges

Mozambique sees progress in HIV services but faces ongoing challenges for key populations.

Inácio Malimane, Jéssica Seleme, Gonçalves Maibaze

2025-04-03T09:42:10+00:00 ― 5 min read

Methodology Unlocking the Secrets of Network Analysis

Dive into the world of networks and uncover hidden relationships.

Yuang Tian, Jiajin Sun, Yinqiu He

2025-04-03T08:55:38+00:00 ― 6 min read

Epidemiology The Impact of Vaccination on Public Health

Examining how vaccinations shape health outcomes and prevent disease spread.

Katherine Min Jia, C. B. Boyer, J. Wallinga

2025-04-02T19:49:55+00:00 ― 4 min read

Molecular Biology Advancements in Vaccine Technology: N-VelcroVax

N-VelcroVax represents a new approach in vaccine development for various diseases.

Nicola J Stonehouse, K. Fatema, J. S. Snowden

2025-04-02T17:35:06+00:00 ― 6 min read

Epidemiology Navigating the Risks and Rewards of Genetic Data Sharing

Balancing scientific progress with the risks of genetic data misuse.

Sterling Sawaya, Chien-Chi Lo, Po-E Li

2025-04-02T10:35:05+00:00 ― 9 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)Wound Infections and Antibiotic Resistance in Tanzania

Investigating chronic wound infections and rising drug resistance in Tanzania.

Aleena Dawer, Victor Msengi, Theresia B. Mtui

2025-04-02T05:57:40+00:00 ― 8 min read

Public and Global Health Combating Child Malnutrition and Disease in Nigeria

Innovative health strategies improve child survival in Nigeria through integrated Vitamin A and malaria prevention.

Olusola Oresanya, Olujide Arije, Jesujuwonlo Fadipe

2025-04-01T16:05:25+00:00 ― 5 min read