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Impact of Clinical Pharmacist Interventions on Economic Outcomes in a Cardiology Setting in Qatar
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Elsevier
, 2023 , Article)
We sought to investigate the economic impact of preventing adverse events in a cardiology setting in Qatar as an effect of the clinical pharmacist as an intervention. This is a retrospective study of interventions by ...
Patients' and primary carers' views on clozapine treatment for schizophrenia: A cross-sectional study in Qatar
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Elsevier
, 2023 , Article)
Subjective views of clozapine treatment among patients with schizophrenia in the Middle East and North African MENA Region have not previously been assessed. Globally, few studies have assessed the views of carers to ...
Exploring determinants of antimicrobial prescribing behaviour using the Theoretical Domains Framework
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Elsevier
, 2024 , Article)
BackgroundFew theoretically-based, qualitative studies have explored determinants of antimicrobial prescribing behaviour in hospitals. Understanding these can promote successful development and implementation of behaviour ...
Forging the Path to Precision Medicine in Qatar: A Public Health Perspective on Pharmacogenomics Initiatives
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Frontiers Media
, 2024 , Article Review)
Pharmacogenomics (PGx) is an important component of precision medicine that promises tailored treatment approaches based on an individual’s genetic information. Exploring the initiatives in research that help to integrate ...
Behaviour and associated determinants of COVID-19 vaccine acceptance and advocacy: a nationwide survey of pharmacy professionals in Qatar
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Taylor and Francis Group
, 2023 , Article)
Background: Vaccine hesitancy poses a global challenge and is acknowledged to be a complex, multifactorial phenomenon. Of particular concern is hesitancy among health professionals, as this may also impact their advocacy ...
Breast cancer health promotion in Qatar: A survey of community pharmacists' interests and needs
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Springer Nature
, 2013 , Article)
Objectives Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in Qatar. Despite the sustained efforts to increase breast cancer public awareness via campaigns and public screening programmes, breast cancer screening rate ...
Home diagnostic tests in the state of Qatar: A snapshot of public views, level of awareness and use
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Springer Nature
, 2012 , Article)
Background In Qatar, home diagnostic tests are available over the counter in community pharmacies. While possibly beneficial, these tests have the potential for harm if they are used in the absence of pharmacist counseling. ...
Smoking cessation counseling in Qatar: Community pharmacists' attitudes, role perceptions and practices
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Springer Nature
, 2012 , Article Review)
Background: Smoking is a major public health problem in Qatar. The potential for community pharmacists to offer smoking cessation counseling in this country can be high. Objectives To determine the current smoking cessation ...
Public's attitudes towards community pharmacy in Qatar: A pilot study
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Dove Medical Press Ltd
, 2011 , Article)
Objectives: To assess the public's attitudes towards the community pharmacist's role in Qatar, to investigate the public's use of community pharmacy, and to determine the public's views of and satisfaction with community ...
An exploratory study on medications in Qatar homes
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Dove Medical Press Ltd
, 2011 , Article)
Background: Drug therapy is the most often used intervention for treatment and prevention of disease. However, if used inappropriately, drugs can cause more harm than good. Improper drug storage and disposal can have a ...