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Prevalence of hepatitis C virus infection in Qatar's resident population based on a national screening campaign
( Nature Research , 2025 , Article)Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection poses a global health challenge, yet its epidemiology in Qatar remains underexplored. This study estimated HCV antibody (Ab) prevalence in Qatar and examined associated socio-demographic ... -
Prevalence of iron overload in patients with chronic kidney disease on peritoneal dialysis: A scoping review
( Wiley online library , 2024 , Report)Background and Aims: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis (PD) are susceptible to complications, including iron overload, which can significantly impact their prognosis and overall health. ... -
Prevalence of newly detected diabetes in pregnancy in Qatar, using universal screening.
( Public Library of Science , 2018 , Article)Diabetes first detected during pregnancy is currently divided into gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and diabetes mellitus (DM)- most of which are type 2 DM (T2DM). This study aims to define the prevalence and outcomes ... -
Prevalence of syphilis infection among migrant workers in Qatar: a nationwide cross-sectional survey
( BMJ Publishing Group , 2024 , Article)Objectives Scant data are available on syphilis infection within migrant populations worldwide and in the population of the Middle East and North Africa region. This study investigated the prevalence of both lifetime and ... -
Prevalence of unintended pregnancy in the MENA region: a systematic review and meta-analysis
( BMJ Publishing Group , 2025 , Article)Background Unintended pregnancies pose significant public health challenges globally, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, where cultural, religious and societal factors play the most substantial ... -
Prevalence, Risk Factors, Harm Perception, and Attitudes Toward E-cigarette Use Among University Students in Qatar: A Cross-Sectional Study.
( Frontiers Media , 2021 , Article)Electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use is becoming more popular worldwide, especially among youth. Studies report that university students have inadequate knowledge as well as misconceptions about the health risks of ... -
Prior Statins Use and Risk of Mortality and Severe Disease from COVID-19: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
( Oxford University Press , 2021 , Article)Background Statins up-regulate angiotensin converting enzyme-2, the receptor of SARS-CoV-2, while also exhibiting pleiotropic antiviral, antithrombotic and anti-inflammatory properties. Uncertainties exist about their ... -
Processed and ultra-processed foods are associated with depression and anxiety symptoms in a cross-sectional sample of urban Lebanese adults
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)While low dietary quality has been linked to poor mental health, evidence on more direct relations of specific dietary quality indicators, namely degrees of food processing, with mental health disorders remains limited. ... -
A promising drug lead that inhibits HCV infectivity in a genotype-independent manner
( OMICS , 2015 , Conference)E2 glycoprotein plays a significant role in the HCV life cycle, but only crystal structures of short peptides, or epitopes were present until Kong et al. resolved the new HCV E2 core (E2c) crystal structure. We have created ... -
Promoting Health: The Primary Health Care Approach
( Elsevier , 2020 , Book)The seventh edition of Promoting Health is an essential book for a range of health practitioners to guide their health promotion practice within a comprehensive primary health care context. With a new author team featuring ... -
Prophylactic antibiotics for preventing genital tract infection in women undergoing surgical procedures for incomplete abortion: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
( Wiley , 2020 , Article)Findings about the effect of prophylactic antibiotics in preventing genital tract infection (GTI) associated with surgical procedures used for incomplete abortions are conflicting. Some reported a decrease in infection ... -
A prospective investigation of oral contraceptive use and breast cancer mortality: findings from the Swedish women's lifestyle and health cohort.
( BMC , 2019 , Article)The association between oral contraceptive (OC) use and long-term mortality remains uncertain and previous studies have reported conflicting findings. We aim to assess the long-term impact of OC use on all-cause and ... -
Protection conferred by SARS-CoV-2 infection across a spectrum of reinfection symptoms and severities
( BMJ Publishing Group , 2025 , Article)Background SARS-CoV-2 infection is associated with protection against reinfection. This study analysed this protection across different reinfection symptoms and severities, comparing the preomicron and omicron eras. Methods ... -
Protection of natural infection against reinfection with SARS-CoV-2 JN.1 variant
( Oxford University Press , 2024 , Article)Evidence at the level of neutralizing antibodies suggests that the SARS-CoV-2 JN.1 variant demonstrates increased immune evasion compared to its parent lineage BA.2.86 and to recently circulating variants, such as XBB.1.5 ... -
Protection of Omicron sub-lineage infection against reinfection with another Omicron sub-lineage
( Nature Research , 2022 , Article)There is significant genetic distance between SARS-CoV-2 Omicron (B.1.1.529) variant BA.1 and BA.2 sub-lineages. This study investigates immune protection of infection with one sub-lineage against reinfection with the other ... -
The protective role of lidocaine in surgeries involving trigeminal nerve manipulation: a meta-analysis of trigeminocardiac reflex prevention.
( Springer , 2025 , Article)The trigeminocardiac reflex (TCR) is activated when the trigeminal nerve is manipulated through mechanical pressure, traction, or irritation. This leads to a rapid increase in parasympathetic activity, resulting in a ... -
The psychological impact of COVID-19 on health care workers working in a unique environment under the umbrella of Qatar Red Crescent Society
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)Objectivesto determine the levels of depression, anxiety, and stress among healthcare workers (HCWs) working in a unique male-dominated environment under the umbrella of Qatar Red Crescent, and to explore the associated ... -
Psychosocial impact of COVID-19 pandemic: experience of healthcare workers in Qatar
( Frontiers Media SA , 2023 , Article)Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound and global impact on healthcare systems worldwide, presenting unprecedented challenges for healthcare workers (HCWs) on the front. We aimed to evaluate the prevalence ... -
Public practices on antibiotic usage: A cross-sectional study among college students and their family members
( Public Library of Science , 2019 , Article)Background Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a serious public health problem and a global concern. The inappropriate use of antibiotics has been identified by the World Health Organization as a major risk factor for ... -
Pulse versus daily oral Alfacalcidol treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism in hemodialysis patients: a randomized controlled trial.
( Dove Medical Press , 2018 , Article)Secondary hyperparathyroidism is a common complication of chronic kidney disease and is managed using vitamin D replacement therapy. Very few studies have examined the effectiveness of pulse alfacalcidol therapy in comparison ...
