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Pediatrics
Patricia Loh, Edward Fottrell, James Beard, Naor Bar-Zeev, Tambosi Phiri, Masford Banda, Charles Makwenda, Jon Bird, Carina King
Summary: This study evaluated the impact of open narratives on the verbal autopsy process, data quality, and emotional stress of respondents. It was found that open narratives can improve rapport between interviewers and respondents but did not significantly affect data quality. The majority of respondents did not display visible emotional stress during the verbal autopsy process.
BMJ PAEDIATRICS OPEN
(2021)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Elizabeth B. Kaselitz, Brian Cunningham-Rhoads, Raymond A. Aborigo, John E. O. Williams, Katherine H. James, Cheryl A. Moyer
Summary: The study found that in rural northern Ghana, most newborns received prompt care before death, but the interventions received were inadequate. Data suggest that women are following recommendations for safe delivery and prompt care-seeking, and interventions focused on timely, high-quality care may be more urgent than behavior change interventions targeting mothers and families.
TROPICAL MEDICINE & INTERNATIONAL HEALTH
(2021)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Susan Idicula-Thomas, Ulka Gawde, Prabhat Jha
Summary: This study utilized machine learning algorithms to predict causes of death in childhood mortality, with the support vector machine algorithm being the best performer. The findings suggest that verbal autopsy tools are efficient for cause of death diagnosis and that automated classification parameters captured through machine learning can improve the accuracy of cause of death classification.
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Pediatrics
Sarah K. G. Jensen, Shauna M. Murray, Matias Placencio-Castro, Ursula Kajani, Deborah Amponsah, Vincent Sezibera, Theresa S. Betancourt
Summary: This study investigates the mechanisms through which a home-visiting-based early childhood development intervention reduced violent discipline and intimate partner violence in Rwanda. Qualitative and quantitative analyses suggest that daily hardships and alcohol problems are risk factors for violence, while strong relationships between partners and male engagement in child care have positive impacts on children's development. Through the intervention, communication skills taught by community lay workers improve parent-child interactions and reduce violence.
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Obstetrics & Gynecology
Emmanuel Mfateneza, Pierre Claver Rutayisire, Emmanuel Biracyaza, Sanctus Musafiri, Willy Gasafari Mpabuka
Summary: This study used machine learning methods to predict infant mortality in Rwanda, and found that the random forest model performed the best.
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2022)
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Nursing
Roxana Salehi, Augustine Asamoah, Stephanie de Young, Hannah Acquah, Nikhil Agarwal, Sawdah Esaka Aryee, Bonnie Stevens, Stanley Zlotkin
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a national pediatric nurse training program in Ghana, which focused on training specialist nurses and measuring their knowledge, confidence, and clinical skills. The results showed significant improvements in these areas, indicating the success of the program in improving child survival rates.
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Tash Perros, Paul Buttner, Jon Leary, Priti Parikh
Summary: The PAYG LPG technology has been successful in the pilot in Kigali, effectively replacing charcoal as the primary cooking fuel and potentially accelerating the transition to clean cooking in urban Rwanda. Larger scale pilots are needed to better understand the viability of supply-and-demand sides in the clean cooking transition.
ENERGY FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
(2021)
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Oncology
Abigail Ludwigson, Victoria Huynh, Sara Myers, Karen Hampanda, Nicole Christian, Gretchen Ahrendt, Karina Romandetti, Sarah Tevis
Summary: Breast cancer patients exhibit anxiety towards COVID-19 infection and potential care modifications. Further investigation will provide insights for interventions to improve psychosocial outcomes for patients and the telehealth experience.
ANNALS OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Denis Macharia, Laura MacDonald, Lambert Mugabo, Kevin Donovan, Wyatt Brooks, Sorenie Gudissa, Abbie Noriega, Christina Barstow, Katie Dickinson, Evan Thomas
Summary: This study aims to evaluate the impact of rural trailbridges on health, education, agricultural, and economic outcomes through a mixed methods approach, including an RCT and sub-studies. The research will provide insights into sustainable rural infrastructure development and offer potential for future evaluations of infrastructure in low-and middle-income countries.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Endalkachew Worku Mengesha, Getu Degu Alene, Desalegne Amare, Yibeltal Assefa, Gizachew A. Tessema
Summary: This study systematically reviewed the role of social capital in maternal and child health services utilization in low- and middle-income countries. The findings suggest that social networks within communities play a crucial role in influencing the use of health services, including the likelihood of receiving care at health facilities and the impact of socio-cultural factors on healthcare utilization.
BMC HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
(2021)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kalee Singh, Nathalie Murindahabi, Elizabeth Butrick, Felix Sayinzoga, David Nzeyimana, Sabine Musange, Dilys Walker
Summary: This study examined the fidelity of implementing group antenatal care (group ANC) in health centers using a mixed-methods approach. The results showed the importance of monitoring visits in effectively implementing group ANC and understanding factors that influence fidelity. Continuous monitoring and mentoring throughout program implementation are recommended to strengthen skills, provide corrective feedback, and prevent skill decay.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Rebecca Nowland, Laura Robertson, Nicola Farrelly, Alastair Roy, Darren Sharpe, Cath Harris, Nora Morocza, Cath Larkins
Summary: This review aims to synthesize existing literature from different disciplines by collaborating with young people and adults experienced in participatory research. The goal is to develop a broad definition of child and youth led research and identify best practices.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Adeyinka Odejimi, John Quinley, George Ikechi Eluwa, Michael Kunnuji, Robinson Daniel Wammanda, William Weiss, Femi James, Mustapha Bello, Adenike Ogunlewe, Rebekah King, Ana Claudia Franca-Koh
Summary: Nigeria has a high under-five mortality rate. This study investigates the causes of these deaths and provides important information for developing appropriate interventions. The study finds regional variations in the causes of death, highlighting the need for targeted strategies.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Erin Nichols, Kristen Pettrone, Brent Vickers, Hermon Gebrehiwet, Clarissa Surek-Clark, Jordana Leitao, Agbessi Amouzou, Dianna M. Blau, Debbie Bradshaw, El Marnissi Abdelilah, Pamela Groenewald, Brian Munkombwe, Chomba Mwango, F. Sam Notzon, Steve Biko Odhiambo, Paul Scanlon
Summary: This study used a mixed methods approach to analyze the performance of questions in the World Health Organization's verbal autopsy questionnaire. Several issues, including redundancy, unclear constructs, and the impact of respondent characteristics, were identified. By revising these questions, the understanding of respondents can be improved, leading to increased acceptance and overall accuracy of the instrument.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Lavanya Vasudevan, Claire Glenton, Nicholas Henschke, Nicola Maayan, John Eyers, Marita S. Fonhus, Tigest Tamrat, Garrett L. Mehl, Simon Lewin
Summary: The review explores the effects of birth and death notification via mobile devices, strategies and factors influencing implementation. Factors include health system, notifiers, community, legal frameworks, socio-cultural norms, government commitment, cost, access to electricity and connectivity, data protection. Further well-designed studies are needed to understand the impact and influencing factors.
COCHRANE DATABASE OF SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Pediatrics
Cheryl L. Amoroso, Marie Paul Nisingizwe, Dominique Rouleau, Dana R. Thomson, Daniel M. Kagabo, Tatien Bucyana, Peter Drobac, Fidele Ngabo
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Daniel M. Kagabo, Catherine M. Kirk, Benjamin Bakundukize, Bethany L. Hedt-Gauthier, Neil Gupta, Lisa R. Hirschhorn, Willy C. Ingabire, Dominique Rouleau, Fulgence Nkikabahizi, Catherine Mugeni, Felix Sayinzoga, Cheryl L. Amoroso
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Neil Gupta, Lisa R. Hirschhorn, Felix C. Rwabukwisi, Peter Drobac, Felix Sayinzoga, Cathy Mugeni, Fulgence Nkikabahizi, Tatien Bucyana, Hema Magge, Daniel M. Kagabo, Evrard Nahimana, Dominique Rouleau, Amelia VanderZanden, Megan Murray, Cheryl Amoroso
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Sanam Roder-DeWan, Anna D. Gage, Lisa R. Hirschhorn, Nana A. Y. Twum-Danso, Jerker Liljestrand, Kwanele Asante-Shongwe, Viviana Rodriguez, Talhiya Yahya, Margaret E. Kruk
Editorial Material
Medicine, General & Internal
Gagan Thapa, Manoj Jhalani, Sebastian Garcia-Saiso, Address Malata, Sanam Roder-DeWan, Hannah H. Leslie
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sanam Roder-DeWan, Anna Gage, Lisa R. Hirschhorn, Nana A. Y. Twum-Danso, Jerker Liljestrand, Kwanele Asante-Shongwe, Talhiya Yahya, Margaret Kruk
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sanam Roder-DeWan, Kojo Nimako, Nana A. Y. Twum-Danso, Archana Amatya, Ana Langer, Margaret Kruk
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Anna Chiumento, Theoneste Rutayisire, Emmanuel Sarabwe, M. Tasdik Hasan, Rosco Kasujja, Rachel Nabirinde, Joseph Mugarura, Daniel M. Kagabo, Paul Bangirana, Stefan Jansen, Peter Ventevogel, Jude Robinson, Ross G. White
CONFLICT AND HEALTH
(2020)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Catherine Arsenault, Samantha Y. Rowe, Dennis Ross-Degnan, David H. Peters, Sanam Roder-DeWan, Margaret E. Kruk, Alexander K. Rowe
Summary: The effectiveness of strategies to improve healthcare provider practices varies over time, with some strategies showing a decrease in effectiveness over time while others remain consistent. Programs relying solely on in-service training may need to consider periodic refresher training or combining training with group problem-solving. More high-quality research is needed to further understand the sustainability of these strategies.
BMJ QUALITY & SAFETY
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Sanam Roder-DeWan, Nashira Baril, Candice M. Belanoff, Eugene R. Declercq, Ana Langer
Summary: Among people of color, being recognized during maternity care is identified as a core aspect of quality care. Maternity care settings can offer personalized care to help individuals feel known without requiring additional effort from them.
JOURNAL OF MIDWIFERY & WOMENS HEALTH
(2021)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Rosco Kasujja, Paul Bangirana, Anna Chiumento, Tasdik Hasan, Stefan Jansen, Daniel M. Kagabo, Maria Popa, Peter Ventevogel, Ross G. White
Summary: This study translated and adapted assessment instruments for use with Congolese refugees and found that the adapted versions were appropriate for use in Rwanda and Uganda. The study suggests applying the same approaches to adapt other assessment instruments in humanitarian settings.
CONFLICT AND HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Rachel R. Yorlets, Katherine R. Iverson, Hannah H. Leslie, Anna Davies Gage, Sanam Roder-DeWan, Humphreys Nsona, Mark G. Shrime
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Alain Placide Nsabimana, Bernard Uzabakiriho, Daniel M. Kagabo, Jerome Nduwayo, Qinyouen Fu, Allison Eng, Joshua Hughes, Samuel K. Sia
JMIR PUBLIC HEALTH AND SURVEILLANCE
(2018)