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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
(Public Health, 2020 , Master Thesis)
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 ...
Patient Factors Associaed With Adherence And Change In Cardiac Risk Factors Among Cardiac Rehabilitation Patients In Qatar
(Public Health, 2020 , Master Thesis)
Background: cardiovascular disease is the number one killer in Qatar. Cardiac
rehabilitation (CR) is a cost-effective model of care shown to reduce cardiovascular
morbidity and mortality by 20%. However, it is vastly ...
Is There an Association between Attending Cardiac Rehabilitation Program and Health-related Quality of Life among Patients in Qatar?
(Public Health, 2020 , Master Thesis)
Background: Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) is the primary cause of death worldwide
and in Qatar. More patients with CVD are living than before due to medical
advancements. Therefore, there is an urgent need for secondary ...
Child Disciplinary Practices in Relation to Household Head Education and Beliefs in Five Middle East and North African Countries: A Cross-Sectional Study- Further Analysis of Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey Data.
(Public Health, 2020 , Master Thesis)
Introduction: Internationally, eight out of ten children are exposed to violent
discipline by their caregivers. To reduce the prevalence of violent discipline against
children, we should understand the social and ...
Prevalence of At-Risk Marriages among Couples Attending Premarital Screening (PMS) Programs: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
(Public Health, 2020 , Master Thesis)
Introduction/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 ...
THE ROLE OF QATAR COMMUNITY PHARMACISTS IN DEPRESSION CARE: A SURVEY OF ATTITUDES, PRACTICES AND PERCEIVED BARRIERS
(Public Health, 2020 , Master Thesis)
Background: Negative attitudes and stigma are considered to be major barriers to healthcare and quality of life around the world for patients with depression. Community pharmacists are one of the most accessible healthcare ...
The Association Between Depressive Symptoms And Weight Loss Stages In Qatar: A Cross-Sectional General Population Investigation
(Public Health, 2020 , Master Thesis)
Background: Depression and overweight obesity (OO) have well-established
bidirectional associations and are comorbid with other medical conditions. To date, the
impact of weight management interventions remains small. ...
Adult Hospital Inpatient Experience in Qatar And Associated Factors: A Cross-Sectional Study
(Public Health, 2020 , Master Thesis)
Background: Evaluation of hospital inpatient experience (HIE) is an important measure used by healthcare organizations to evaluate the effectiveness of their current processes and understand how responsive and respectful ...