Public Health

Methodology Confronting Missing Data in Health Research

Missing data threatens accuracy in health studies. Learn how researchers can address this issue.

Akshat Choube, Rahul Majethia, Sohini Bhattacharya

Mar 16, 2025 ― 7 min read

Occupational and Environmental Health Addressing Healthcare Waste: A Growing Concern

Managing hospital waste is vital for health and safety.

Michel Franck Edzamba, Fabrice Zobel Lekeumo Cheuyem, Paule Sandra Djomo Sime

Mar 15, 2025 ― 6 min read

Public and Global Health Laos Combats Cervical Cancer with HPV Vaccination

HPV vaccination initiative aims to improve health for young girls in Laos.

Thet Lynn, Vanphanom Sychareun, Kongmany Chaleunvong

Mar 14, 2025 ― 7 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS) Fighting Bacteria: New Strategies Ahead

Scientists are finding ways to combat antibiotic resistance using viruses.

Zainab Dere, N. G. Cogan, Bhargav R. Karamched

Mar 14, 2025 ― 7 min read

Public and Global Health Shifting Smoking Habits in the UK

Examining smoking trends across generations in Britain from 1946 to 2001.

Liam Wright, Loren Kock, Harry Tattan-Birch

Mar 12, 2025 ― 6 min read

Microbiology The Critical Role of Pyrazinamide in Fighting Tuberculosis

Discover how Pyrazinamide enhances tuberculosis treatment through immune system interaction.

Nicholas A. Dillon, Elise A. Lamont, Muzafar A. Rather

Mar 12, 2025 ― 6 min read

Public and Global Health Empowering Village Doctors in TB Care

Informal providers could transform TB management in India with proper support.

Poshan Thapa, Padmanesan Narasimhan, John J. Hall

Mar 12, 2025 ― 7 min read

Microbiology Fighting Malaria: The Battle Within

Malaria's life cycle reveals new targets for treatment, offering hope for millions.

María Pía Alberione, Yunuen Avalos-Padilla, Gabriel W Rangel

Mar 12, 2025 ― 6 min read

Applications Understanding Multimorbidity: A New Approach

A fresh method to analyze multiple health issues and improve patient care.

Kieran Richards, Kelly Fleetwood, Regina Prigge

Mar 12, 2025 ― 6 min read

Epidemiology Scrub Typhus: A Hidden Health Threat

Learn about scrub typhus and its rising impact on public health.

SK Farhat, M Nataraj, Sujit Kumar Behara

Mar 12, 2025 ― 6 min read

Microbiology The Complex World of Klebsiella pneumoniae

Uncovering the hidden risks of a common bacterium.

Samriddhi Gupta, Alexandre Almeida

Mar 12, 2025 ― 7 min read

Genomics The Resilient Mosquito: Anopheles funestus and Malaria

Anopheles funestus poses major challenges in malaria control across sub-Saharan Africa.

Marilou Boddé, Joachim Nwezeobi, Petra Korlević

Mar 12, 2025 ― 7 min read

Populations and Evolution Managing Pandemics: A Balancing Act

Navigating the challenges of disease spread and public health policies.

Alexander F. Siegenfeld, Asier Piñeiro Orioli, Robin Na

Mar 12, 2025 ― 5 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS) Understanding the FY.4 Variant: What You Need to Know

FY.4 variant brings new challenges in COVID-19 fight.

Sebastian Musundi, Mike J. Mwanga, Arnold W. Lambisia

Mar 11, 2025 ― 7 min read

Occupational and Environmental Health Protecting Our Healthcare Heroes: Addressing Exposure Risks

Healthcare workers face serious exposure risks to blood-borne fluids daily.

Fabrice Zobel Lekeumo Cheuyem, Christian Mouangue, Brian Ngongheh Ajong

Mar 11, 2025 ― 5 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS) New COVID Variant BA.2.86 Raises Concerns

BA.2.86 variant shows mutations that may evade vaccine protection.

Luka Čičin-Šain, N. Bdeir, T. Lüddecke

Mar 11, 2025 ― 5 min read

Health Systems and Quality Improvement Income Inequality and Colorectal Cancer Survival in Colombia

A study reveals income impacts survival rates for colorectal cancer among workers in Colombia.

Daniela Sánchez-Santiesteban, Andrés Felipe Patiño-Benavidez, Giancarlo Buitrago

Mar 10, 2025 ― 7 min read

Public and Global Health Addressing the Opioid Crisis: User Experiences in Saskatchewan

Exploring harm reduction programs in Regina and their impact on users.

Olasehinde Ben Adebayo, T. Innis

Mar 10, 2025 ― 11 min read

Epidemiology Winter Illnesses Strain UK Healthcare Workers

Healthcare workers face rising respiratory illnesses during winter, impacting their health and workload.

Sarah Foulkes, Katie Munro, Dominic Sparkes

Mar 10, 2025 ― 6 min read

Genomics Mapping Emirati Genetics: A New Pangenome

The Emirati pangenome reveals genetic diversity, enhancing healthcare in the UAE.

Michael Olbrich, Mira Mousa, Inken Wohlers

Mar 9, 2025 ― 7 min read

Social and Information Networks TrendSim: Battling Misinformation in Social Media

TrendSim simulates social media trends to study misinformation effects.

Zeyu Zhang, Jianxun Lian, Chen Ma

Mar 9, 2025 ― 7 min read

Health Systems and Quality Improvement Improving Death Reporting in Uganda

A project aims to boost mortality tracking at Mbale Regional Referral Hospital.

Innocent Ssemanda, Edith Namulondo, Carol Naziri

Mar 9, 2025 ― 8 min read

Machine Learning Calibrating Models for Pandemic Predictions

Learn how model calibration can improve disease spread predictions.

Puhua Niu, Byung-Jun Yoon, Xiaoning Qian

Mar 9, 2025 ― 5 min read

Medical Education Advocating for Health: A New Approach in Medicine

Discover the evolving role of health advocacy in medical education.

Wilma RW Oosthoek, Dario Cecilio-Fernandes, Maarten FM Engel

Mar 9, 2025 ― 7 min read

Methodology Ensemble Forecasting: Teamwork in Predictions

Learn how combining forecasts leads to better predictions across various fields.

Minsu Kim, Evan L. Ray, Nicholas G. Reich

Mar 9, 2025 ― 6 min read

Bioinformatics Modeling the Spread of Infectious Diseases

Explore how models help us understand disease transmission dynamics.

Anna M Langmueller, J. Hermisson, C. C. Murdock

Mar 8, 2025 ― 6 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS) Decoding COVID-19 Immunity Insights

New study reveals key factors in COVID-19 immunity and long-term protection.

Henrike Maaß, Imke Hinrichs, Martina Pavletic

Mar 8, 2025 ― 6 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS) Understanding Cutaneous Leishmaniasis: A Skin Challenge

A look into cutaneous leishmaniasis, its symptoms, and treatment gaps.

Amel Beshir Mohammed, Fewzia Shikur Mohammed, Feleke Tilahun Zewdu

Mar 8, 2025 ― 6 min read

Public and Global Health Examining Obesity and Hypertension: Early Life Matters

Early life factors shape adult obesity and hypertension risks.

S Stannard, RK Owen, A Berrington

Mar 7, 2025 ― 6 min read

Public and Global Health Battling Malaria in Tanzania: A Closer Look

Tanzania fights malaria with innovative strategies and community support.

Epafra Luka Mwanja, Scola Anilozi Mwalyanzi, Seif S. Khalfan

Mar 7, 2025 ― 6 min read

Epidemiology Wastewater Testing: A New Approach to Virus Monitoring

Wastewater surveillance reveals crucial insights into respiratory virus trends.

Melissa Pitton, Rachel E. McLeod, Lea Caduff

Mar 7, 2025 ― 7 min read

Epidemiology The Hidden Science Behind Seasonal Colds

Learn how seasonal human coronaviruses shape our immune responses.

Sophie L. Larsen, Junke Yang, Huibin Lv

Mar 7, 2025 ― 6 min read

Public and Global Health Addressing Food Insecurity: A Community Response

Exploring new ways to tackle food insecurity and promote healthy eating.

Nida Ziauddeen, Elizabeth Taylor, Nisreen A Alwan

Mar 6, 2025 ― 6 min read

Public and Global Health Diarrhea's Hidden Dangers in Africa

Diarrhea poses a severe risk to young children, leading to thousands of deaths annually.

Abigail P. Paulos, John Mboya, Jeremy Lowe

Mar 6, 2025 ― 7 min read

Molecular Biology The Impact of Toxocara canis on Health

Learn about Toxocara canis, its effects on dogs and humans, and drug resistance.

Theresa A. Quintana, Matthew T. Brewer, Jeba R. Jesudoss Chelladurai

Mar 6, 2025 ― 6 min read

Public and Global Health Ghana's Fight Against Polio: A Comprehensive Review

Evaluating Ghana's AFP surveillance system to combat polio effectively.

Bakalilu Kijera, Abdul Nasir Alhasan, Sarja Jarjusey

Mar 6, 2025 ― 7 min read

Public and Global Health The Link Between Diabetes and Tuberculosis: A Growing Health Concern

Diabetes increases TB risk, highlighting urgent need for better screening methods.

Emoru Daniel Reagan, Lucy Elauteri Mrema, Nyanda Elias Ntinginya

Mar 5, 2025 ― 7 min read

Bioengineering Microneedles: The Future of Vaccination?

Discover how microneedles may reshape vaccine delivery.

Aidan Leyba, Alexandra Francian, Mohammad Razjmoo

Mar 5, 2025 ― 8 min read

Epidemiology Epidemics and Social Behavior: A Hidden Link

How social interactions affect the spread of epidemics.

Beth M. Tuschhoff, David A. Kennedy

Mar 5, 2025 ― 8 min read

Ecology The Fight Against H5N1: A Growing Threat

H5N1 virus poses serious risks to birds and agriculture.

Lambodhar Damodaran, Anna Jaeger, Louise H. Moncla

Mar 5, 2025 ― 7 min read

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