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Assessing prevalence of and barriers to medication adherence in patients with uncontrolled diabetes attending primary healthcare clinics in Qatar
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Elsevier Ltd
, 2018 , Article)
Background: Studies conducted in Qatar have reported a high prevalence of diabetic nephropathy, retinopathy, and neuropathy. These complications are often associated with poor medication adherence and uncontrolled diabetes. ...
A holistic conceptual framework model to describe medication adherence in and guide interventions in diabetes mellitus
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Elsevier Inc.
, 2018 , Article)
BACKGROUND:
Nonadherence to medications in patients with diabetes, which results in poor treatment outcomes and increased healthcare costs, is commonly reported globally. Factors associated with medication adherence have ...
Perception and intentions to quit among waterpipe smokers in Qatar: a cross-sectional survey
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International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease
, 2016 , Article)
Objective: To evaluate the perceptions and attitudes of waterpipe (shisha) smokers in Qatar regarding the health risks associated with addiction and to determine their intentions to quit.
Methods: A cross-sectional ...