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Assessment of an intensive education program on the treatment of tobacco-use disorder for pharmacists using OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination)
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Introduction: Tobacco use is one of the main causes of morbidity and mortality in Qatar. The aim of this randomized controlled trial (RCT) is to design, implement, and evaluate an intensive education program on tobacco-use ... -
VISUALIZATION OF FACTOR VIII WITH FLOW-CYTOMETRY AS A TOOL FOR NOVEL GENE THERAPY APPROACH IN HEMOPHILIA A
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Haemophilia A is a genetic X-linked disorder, characterized by coagulation Factor VIII (FVIII) deficiency and leading to pathological bleedings. The disease occurs in a rate of 1 in 5000 males' births. The treatment is ... -
Between Immunity, Metabolism, and Development: A story of a Fly Gut!
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)In addition to its role in initiating immune response in the body, the innate immune system seems to also play a critical role in maintaining homeostatic balance in the gut epithelium. Our recent studies in the Drosophila ... -
Investigating the effect of hyperglycemia on embryonic heart development using the chick embryo model
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Congenital heart defects (CHDs) represent the most common form of human birth defects. Maternal diabetes increases the risk of CHD by 3-5 folds. During heart development, little is known about the effects of high blood ... -
A Decision Analytical Model Investigating Cost-Effectiveness of Erlotinib
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: A decision analytical model investigating cost-effectiveness of Erlotinib was submitted to the UK NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence), which was not based on actual health-state transition ... -
Stepwise Relationship of Exercise Frequency with Serum BDNF Level among Adolescents
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Introduction: Regular participation in exercise in adolescents is associated with numerous health benefits, including improved CV, metabolic, muscular, respiratory, immune, cognitive, and neurohormonal functions. Brain-derived ... -
Testing Air Quality of Primary Health Care Centers in Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: Poor indoor air quality results in significant adverse effects on human health. In particular, the hospital atmospheric environment requires high air quality to protect patients and health care workers against ... -
Prevalence and Potential Determinants of Insomnia Disorder in the General Population of Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Aims: To estimate the prevalence of Insomnia Disorder in the household population of Qatar and explore potential associations with depressive and anxiety symptoms in addition to sociodemographic variables. Methods: ... -
Barriers and motivators of appropriate antibiotic prescription at PHCC in Qatar: perspective of physicians and pharmacists
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a serious public health problem of global concern. The Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) developed the NAP (National Action Plan) to combat AMR in Qatar in collaboration with WHO/EMRO. ... -
Gut Microbiota and Health: Understanding the Role of Diet
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Gut microbiota plays a major role in regulating the host metabolism and immune system. However, the structure of microbiome population is altered constantly by diverse factors including diet and environment. In particular, ... -
The effect of Renin angiotensin system blockers versus calcium channel blockers on progression towards hypertensive chronic kidney disease: A comprehensive systematic review based on Randomized controlled trials
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: Decline in estimated Glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) is associated with further progression of chronic kidney disease. Evidence suggests that Renin Angiotensin System blockers (RAS), which can be angiotensin-receptor ... -
Prevalence of At-Risk Marriages among Couples Attending Premarital Screening (PMS) Programs: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: Hemoglobinopathies are among the most common inherited genetic diseases. The World Health Organization estimates that at least 5% of the world's population are carriers for hemoglobinopathies (2.9% for thalassemia ... -
A systematic review of pharmacists' input in the screening, management and prevention of metabolic syndrome
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Objectives: To critically appraise, synthesise, and present the available evidence on pharmacists' input to the screening, prevention and management of metabolic syndrome (MetS). Design: Systematic review. Methods: The ... -
Quantification of bioburden in LARC'S Vivarium
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Sanitization of cleanrooms in animal facilities is important as it ensures the level of contamination by different means including personnel activities and failures of HVAC system.Cleanrooms are highly controlled to provide ... -
The Design of Preceptor Development Program for Health Cluster in Qatar 'The Practice Educators Academy'
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: Experiential learning is the backbone of many healthcare professional education programs, and the quality of experiential learning is dependent on the skills, experiences, and proficiency of the clinical ... -
Impact of heparan sulphate binding domain of chemokine CCL21 to migration of breast cancer cells
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Lymph node metastasis constitutes a key event in breast cancer progression. Chemokines are small proteins, which can promote metastatic spread by inducing cancer cell migration and invasion. Chemokine function is dependant ... -
The association between Insomnia Disorder and Depression in the General Population of Qatar: the Role of Inflammatory Disease
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: There is emerging evidence that supports a role for inflammatory processes and insomnia in the pathophysiology of depression. However, little is known about the role of inflammation in depression and insomnia ... -
Blood biomarkers associated with autism spectrum disorder may provide early diagnosis
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) are a collection of neuropsychiatric disorders. ASD affects 1 in 87 in Qatar and is expected to increase. The high variability and heterogeneity of the symptoms makes diagnosis of ASD difficult ... -
High vaccine coverage is crucial for preventing the spread of infectious diseases during mass gathering
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: Vaccines are the most cost-effective intervention in public health as they prevent the spread of highly contagious infectious diseases. Because of vaccine implementation and high coverage, Measles was eradicated ... -
Computational investigation of wall shear stress patterns on calcified aortic valve leaflets
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: Aortic valve diseases affect about 25% of the population over 65 years of age. Aortic valve separates the left ventricle from the aorta, and consists of three half-moon shaped leaflets. The leaflets are highly ...