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52 articles for “cross infection”
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Prevalence of Mucocutaneous Manifestation and Associated Factors Among Adult HIV Positive Patients Attending Art Clinic in Mekelle Zonal Hospital
Abstract: Mucocutaneous disorders are among the first recognized clinical manifestation of HIV/AIDS and they help as a visual marker in assessing the progression of HIV/AIDS. More than 90% of HIV-positive patients may develop mucocutaneous problems at one stage of the disease or the other with significant morbidity and mortality and the magnitude of mucocutaneous manifestation is not known in Mekelle. The objective of this study was to determine the magnitude and …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 21–30 Read article
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Reasons behind Patients Who Leave the Emergency Department without being seen by a Physician - A Qualitative Study
Abstract: Background & Objectives: Left without being seen patients (LWBS) is a serious problem that has safety and quality implications on hospitals. This study is aimed to assess long waiting time as a reason behind the patients' decision to leave the Emergency Department without being seen and to seek other reasons behind it. Methods & Materials: A descriptive cross-sectional study design was performed at a tertiary teaching hospital in Riyadh. Demographic …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 48–55 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate the Knowledge of Menstrual Cups Among Engineering Students at Selected Colleges in Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh
Abstract: Background and Aims:Menstrual cups are an eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative to sanitary pads, yet they have not gained widespread popularity among Indian women. This study aims to evaluate the knowledge of menstrual cups among engineering students at selected colleges in Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh, to better understand awareness and acceptance of this alternative menstrual product. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive research design was employed. A total of 143 engineering students …
Published in International Journal of Women's Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 45–52 Read article
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Knowledge and awareness regarding primary teeth and their importance amongst postgraduate students of specialty other than pediatric dentistry in and around Vadodara city, India – A questionnaire survey
Abstract: AbstractPrimary teeth play an inevitable role in eating, phonetics, esthetics and also act as a spacemaintainer for permanent teeth. Therefore, their retention with a timely checkup and proper intervention due to caries is required till eruption of permanent teeth. This is to prevent the early tooth loss due to caries which is more frequent scenario. This is due to unawareness, ignorance and negligence amongst parents about children’s oral hygiene resulting …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 22–29 Read article
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A Decade of Viral Evolution (2015–2025): Emergence, Mutations, and Implications for Global Health
Abstract: Over the past decade (2015-2025), viral evolution has profoundly reshaped the global health landscape, challenging healthcare systems, diagnostic tools, therapeutic strategies, and vaccine efficacy. This review comprehensively analyzes the evolutionary trajectories of major human and zoonotic viruses, with a focus on pandemic-prone, drug-resistant, and emerging pathogens. Viral evolution is driven by diverse molecular mechanisms including high mutation rates, recombination, reassortment, host immune pressure, and antiviral interventions, leading to genetic diversification, …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 31–40 Read article
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Impact of the Roll Back Malaria Programme on the Knowledge of Malaria among Pregnant Women in Kaduna State, Nigeria
Abstract: Malaria remains a leading cause of maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality in Nigeria, disproportionately affecting pregnant women. The Roll Back Malaria (RBM) programme, a global initiative to reduce malaria incidence, aims to improve malaria knowledge and preventive practices among high-risk groups, including pregnant women. This study investigates the impact of the RBM programme on malaria knowledge and prevention behaviours among pregnant women in Kaduna State, Nigeria. A cross-sectional survey …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 10–21 Read article
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Zika Virus: Long-term Effects and Vaccine Development Efforts
Abstract: Zika virus (ZIKV) is a mosquito-borne flavivirus that gained international concern following the 2015-2016 outbreak in the Americas. Although most ZIKV infections are asymptomatic or mild, the virus presents significant public health risks due to its ability to cause severe neurological complications, especially in pregnant women and their offspring.Congenital Zika Syndrome (CZS) encompasses a range of fetal abnormalities, including microcephaly, vision impairment, hearing loss, and developmental delays. Infants exposed to …
Published in International Journal of Virus Studies · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 25–28 Read article
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Prevalence and Risk Factors of Neglected Tropical Diseases Among Women and Children in Rural Liberia: A Regional Perspective
Abstract: Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) remain a critical public health challenge in Liberia, disproportionately affecting women and children in rural regions due to systemic inequities in water, sanitation, and healthcare access. This cross-sectional study assessed the prevalence and risk factors of NTDs among 1,000 participants (600 children above 15 years and 400 women aged 15–49) in rural Liberia using stratified and cluster sampling. Laboratory diagnostics, including Kato-Katz stool analysis, urine filtration, …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Emergency Contraceptive Use among Female Students of Aksum University, Aksum, Northern Ethiopia
Abstract: Unintended pregnancy is a public health problem among young women in developing countries like Ethiopia. Emergency contraceptives (ECs) can be used as a backup in case regular contraception is not used, misused or failed. However, little is documented about sexual experiences and EC use in highly religious areas like Aksum where sexual rights may not be exercised freely. Therefore, this study was aimed at assessing sexual experiences and EC use …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 9–20 Read article
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Job-related Stress among Nurses Working at Referral Hospitals of Amhara Region, Ethiopia: A Mixed Method
Abstract: Background: job stress among nurses is a major concern. Since, nurses are frontline healthcare providers in Ethiopian hospitals, always overloaded with various tasks that affect theirphysical and mental health. The nature of the work and the hospital environment majorlyaffected the nurses’ work. Therefore, the main aim of this study was to assess nurse’s job-related stress in Amhara Region and identify stressors that lead to stress. Methods: Institutionbased cross-sectional mixed methods …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 40–49 Read article
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Assessment of Women's Knowledge of Mastitis at Indus International Hospital, Punjab
Abstract: Mastitis is a non-cancerous inflammatory condition of the breast, often resulting from infection, which can impact the mammary gland's structures. It is a relatively frequent condition, affecting between 5% and 33% of women during lactation at some point in their lives. Typical clinical signs include pain in one breast, redness (erythema), and swelling, often accompanied by flu-like symptoms such as fever, chills, and body aches. Upon examination, the affected breast …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 Read article
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A Study of Clinical Education Practice of Clinical Instructors Accompanying Nursing Students of Kashmir Division, Deployed for Clinical Posting in SKIMS Soura
Abstract: Introduction: Clinical education also called clinical teaching, is one of the practical based approaches whereby the students are exposed to natural and practical settings. Clinical education refers to the process of educating and training healthcare professionals, such as medical students, nurses, or other allied health professionals, in a real-world clinical setting. This form of teaching is crucial for translating theoretical knowledge into practical skills and fostering the development of clinical …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 32–38 Read article