Public Health: Recent submissions
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Ex-Vapers’ Perspectives on Helpful and Unhelpful Influences During Their Quit Journeys
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2025 , Article)There is limited understanding of what influences vaping cessation, especially as vaping regulations change, and different jurisdictions have different regulations. This study involves 281 ex-vapers (16–24 years) from Nova ... -
Exploring the experiences of residents in managing multiple roles at tertiary care hospitals of Punjab, Pakistan
( Professional Medical Publications , 2025 , Article)Objectives: No qualitative studies have explored the multiple roles undertaken by medical residents in Pakistan or the impact these roles have on them. This study explores the experiences of medical residents in managing ... -
Immune histories and natural infection protection during the omicron era
( Springer Nature , 2025 , Article)Background: Past immunological events can either enhance or compromise an individual's future immune protection. This study investigated how different severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) natural ... -
Level of adherence to physical activity recommendations among adults with type 2 diabetes in Qatar and associated factors: a cross-sectional study
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2025 , Article)Background: Regular physical activity (PA) has beneficial health effects in controlling and managing diabetes. Identifying key factors associated with poor adherence to PA recommendations among patients with type 2 diabetes ... -
Differential Effects of First and Third Trimester HbA1c Levels on Neonatal Weight and Placental Mediation in Type 1 Diabetes
( Frontiers , 2025 , Article)Context: In women with type 1 diabetes (T1D), the effects of glycaemic control on neonatal weight and the role of the placenta are not fully understood. Objective: This study explores the relationship between glycaemic ... -
Adherence to the Lebanese National Dietary and Lifestyle Guidelines for Pregnancy and Its Association With Postpartum Weight Retention
( Wiley-Blackwell , 2025 , Article)The Lebanese National Dietary and Lifestyle Guidelines for Pregnancy (DLGP) were developed to foster maternal and child health. The study aims to examine adherence to the DLGP and investigate its association with postpartum ... -
Dietary glycemic index is associated with overweight and obesity in preschool children: a national cross-sectional study in Lebanon.
( Springer Nature , 2025 , Article)Although dietary glycemic index (GI) and glycemic load (GL) have been proposed to modulate overweight risk, evidence in preschoolers remains scarce and contentious, and lacking in the Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR). ... -
Telehealth satisfaction among patients with chronic diseases: a cross-sectional analysis
( PeerJ Inc. , 2025 , Article)Background. The study aims to assess telehealth satisfaction among patients with chronic diseases focusing on key demographic and clinical factors that influence satisfaction. Methods. A descriptive cross-sectional study ... -
Clinical outcome of OviTex reinforced tissue matrix in hernia repair: A systematic review and meta-analysis
( HBKU Press , 2025 , Article)Background: This review provides a comprehensive and current overview of the clinical outcomes associated with the use of OviTex reinforced tissue matrix (RTM) in hernia repair. Methods: We conducted a systematic review ... -
Prevalence and predictors of breastfeeding practices in Saudi Arabia: a national cross-sectional study based on the 2021 WHO breastfeeding indicators.
( BioMed Central , 2025 , Article)Breastfeeding is described as a cost-effective strategy to improve child survival, growth and development, and reduce the risk of non-communicable diseases later in life. This study aims to provide national estimates for ... -
The effect of colchicine on myocardial infarction: An updated systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)IntroductionMyocardial infarction (MI) is associated with a significant post-event inflammatory response which further contributes to post-MI prognosis. Colchicine, an anti-inflammatory agent, exhibits potential benefits ... -
Validation of the emergency surgery score’s predictive accuracy for postoperative outcomes and ICU admissions in MENA vs. non-MENA emergency surgery patients
( Springer Nature , 2025 , Article)Background: The Emergency Surgery Score (ESS) has demonstrated strong predictive value for morbidity, mortality, and long-term survival outcomes. However, its applicability and validity in the Middle East and North Africa ... -
Optimizing Mean Arterial Pressure Targets for Septic Shock Patients With Chronic Hypertension: A Narrative Review
( John Wiley & Sons , 2025 , Article)Background and Aims: Septic shock is a serious infection-related condition that has a big effect on public health. To improve organ perfusion and prognosis in septic shock patients with chronic high blood pressure, optimal ... -
Perception and Knowledge of Hospital Workers Toward Using Artificial Intelligence: A Descriptive Study
( John Wiley & Sons , 2025 , Article)Objective: This study aims to assess the perception and knowledge of hospital workers toward using artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare in Qatar, exploring the potential implications of AI integration in clinical ... -
Predicting ICU Mortality Among Septic Patients Using Machine Learning Technique
( MDPI , 2025 , Article)Introduction: Sepsis leads to substantial global health burdens in terms of morbidity and mortality and is associated with numerous risk factors. It is crucial to identify sepsis at an early stage in order to limit its ... -
Age-Dependent Assortativeness in Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 Oral Transmission in the United States: A Mathematical Modeling Analysis
( Oxford University Press , 2025 , Article)Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) is a highly infectious, globally prevalent lifelong infection. Despite advancements in understanding its epidemiology, the assortativeness in the age-dependent transmission patterns ... -
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 ... -
Exploring Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists Usage Among Non-Diabetic Healthcare Providers: A Cross-Sectional Multi-Country Study
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2025 , Article)Background and Aim Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) were initially developed for type 2 diabetes but have gained widespread use for weight management, including among non-diabetic individuals. This ... -
Integrating pharmacogenomics in three Middle Eastern countries' healthcare (Lebanon, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia): Current insights, challenges, and strategic directions
( Public Library of Science , 2025 , Article)Background and objectives Pharmacogenomics (PGx) leverages genomic information to tailor drug therapies, enhancing precision medicine. Despite global advancements, its implementation in Lebanon, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia ... -
Breastfeeding is associated with reduction in postpartum depression in the United Arab Emirates: a retrospective cross-sectional study
( Nature Research , 2025 , Article)Postpartum Depression (PPD) is a common mental health disorder affecting mothers. Breastfeeding may be protective against PPD. Global estimates of breastfeeding and PPD rates vary, especially for women living in Middle ...
