Article
Oncology
Yacoub A. Yousef, Qusai F. Abu Salim, Mona Mohammad, Imad Jaradat, Mustafa Mehyar, Reem AlJabari, Omar Al-Habahbeh, Khalid Saboubeh, Hadeel Halalsheh, Jakub Khzouz, Munir Shawagfeh, Iyad Sultan, Mahmoud AlMasri, Ibrahim Al-Nawaiseh, Maysa Al-Hussaini, Asem Mansour
Summary: This study reports on the presentation and management outcomes of Syrian patients with Retinoblastoma (Rb) treated at a cancer center in Jordan. Syrian refugees showed more advanced disease due to delay in diagnosis and referral, impacting the chances for eye preservation. However, timely intervention led to similar outcomes as Jordanian citizens with Rb.
FRONTIERS IN ONCOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Yasue Yoshino, Miho Sato, Ibraheem Abu-Siam, Nadine Khost, Sumihisa Honda, Ahmad T. Qarawi, Osama Gamal Hassan, Nguyen Tien Huy, Yasuhiko Kamiya
Summary: This study evaluated the self-reported physical activity level among Syrian refugees in Amman, Jordan, in 2017. Most participants reported moderate to high levels of physical activity, with perceived psychological wellbeing and disease prevention being common facilitators, while time limitations and high costs were identified as major barriers.
Article
Immunology
Qusai M. Talafha, Amal Al-Haidose, Ala Y. AlSamman, Saja A. Abdallah, Rasha Istaiteyeh, Wisam Nabeel Ibrahim, Ma'mon M. Hatmal, Atiyeh M. Abdallah
Summary: Despite the challenges faced by Syrian refugees in Jordan, their acceptance rate of the COVID-19 vaccine is high, with the majority being willing to take the vaccine. This highlights the importance of increasing their knowledge and awareness of vaccination.
Article
Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary
Ahmad S. Haider, Saleh S. Olimy, Linda S. Al-Abbas
Summary: Jordan and Lebanon are among the countries predominantly affected by the Syrian refugee crisis. The study found that Petra news focused on empowering Syrian female refugees, while NNA highlighted the suffering of Syrian women and efforts to alleviate it.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Karimeh Alnuaimi, Ali Alshraifeen, Hala Aljaraedah
Summary: This study examined the quality of life and perceived social support levels of Syrian refugee pregnant women in the Al-Zaatari Refugee Camp in Jordan. The findings showed that the pregnant women were generally satisfied with their overall quality of life, health status, and social support. However, they were least satisfied with their physical health domain. Factors such as income, employment status, age, number of children, and pregnancy trimester influenced the quality of life. Social support was identified as an important factor in improving the quality of life among Syrian refugee pregnant women.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Amir Salameh Al Qaralleh
Summary: This article examines the protection of refugees under the global legal system, focusing on the situation in Jordan. It analyzes the legal and institutional framework of Jordan and the UNHCR in dealing with Syrian refugees and evaluates Jordan's response to the refugee crisis. The study also looks at whether or not the UNHCR, donor countries, and the international community are fulfilling their obligations towards Jordan.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Hamzah Khawaldah, Nidal Alzboun
Summary: This study analyzes the economic, social, and environmental impacts of Syrian refugees in Jordan from the perspective of Jordanians. The study relies on available data of Syrian refugees and a questionnaire distributed to a representative sample of Jordanians. The study reveals the negative impacts on labor market, services, infrastructure, and increasing housing rents, as well as the positive impacts of providing skilled and low-waged labor to the market.
Article
Economics
Ragui Assaad, Thomas Ginn, Mohamed Saleh
Summary: This paper examines the impact of Syrian refugees on the educational outcomes of Jordanians. By combining household surveys and school-level records, the study finds no evidence that Syrians significantly affected the educational outcomes of Jordanians. The government's response to potential overcrowding, such as establishing second shifts in existing schools and opening new schools in camps, helped mitigate the impact.
JOURNAL OF DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Fatmeh Ahmad Alzoubi, Reem Ahmad Ali, Abduljawad Hasan Al-Gharaibeh
Summary: The study found that Syrian refugees in the north of Jordan had low scores in health promotion practices, indicating minimal adoption of these practices overall. Specific domains like responsibility and physical activity had the lowest scores, while women, married individuals, and the unemployed exhibited more healthy behaviors compared to their counterparts.
Article
Psychiatry
Tariq N. Al-Shatanawi, Yousef Khader, Husam ALSalamat, Lourance Al Hadid, Alaa Jarboua, Basil Amarneh, Osama Alkouri, Mahmoud A. Alfaqih, Nasr Alrabadi
Summary: This study aimed to assess the psychosocial problems, needs, and coping mechanisms of Adolescent Syrian refugees in Jordan. The main psychosocial problems encountered by Syrian adolescents included stress, depression, loneliness, lack of a sense of security, isolation, aggressiveness, fear of war, and family disintegration. Syrian refugees are aware of the psychological aspects of their situation, but they are not always able to access clinic-based humanitarian assistance for mental health and psychosocial support.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Article
Development Studies
Caroline Krafft, Maia Sieverding, Nasma Berri, Caitlyn Keo, Mariam Sharpless
Summary: This study examines the educational outcomes of Syrian refugees in Jordan, and finds that the conflict and displacement pose a risk of dropout for Syrian children. However, through data from 2016, it is found that enrollment rates for basic education among Syrian refugees in Jordan have recovered to pre-conflict levels, providing important lessons for other countries striving to protect refugee children's education.
JOURNAL OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
(2022)
Article
Demography
Guri Tyldum, Huafeng Zhuang
Summary: This article examines the migration aspirations of Syrian refugees in Jordan and identifies religious and cultural preferences, as well as perceptions of return to Syria, as significant factors influencing their desire to move to Europe. The study suggests that selection effects play a role in shaping Syrian refugee migration to Europe, with refugees who prioritize gender equality and non-Muslim societies being more likely to move. Cultural ties and value preferences are found to shape migration aspirations and influence the composition of migrant populations.
INTERNATIONAL MIGRATION REVIEW
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Ayse Balat, Beltinge Demircioglu Kilic, Bagdagul Aksu, Mehtap Akbalik Kara, Mithat Buyukcelik, Ayse Agbas, Fehime Kara Eroglu, Tulin Gungor, Demet Alaygut, Nurdan Yildiz, Funda Bastug, Bahriye Atmis, Engin Melek, Midhat Elmaci, Sebahat Tulpar, Cemile Pehlivanoglu, Serra Surmeli Doven, Elif Comak, Yilmaz Tabel, Atilla Gemici, Berfin Uysal, Gamze Seval Ozzorlar, Nuran Kucuk, Ali Delibas, Gul Ozcelik, Nilufer Goknar, Ismail Dursun, Pelin Ertan, Ipek Akil Ozunan, Ferah Sonmez
Summary: In Syrian refugee children in Turkey, common kidney diseases include congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract, glomerular disease, and chronic kidney disease. Challenges such as language barriers, lack of medical records, and disruptions in follow-up care were noted, highlighting the importance of understanding chronic disease frequencies and issues in refugees for better treatment and prevention.
PEDIATRIC NEPHROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Mahmoud Al-Qadi, Mahmoud Al-Hussami, Elena Riza, Esra'a Athamnah, Jumana Shehadeh, Christos Kleisiaris, Wafa Hamad Almegewly, Savvato Karavasileiadou
Summary: This study examines the utilization and access indicators of healthcare services among adult Syrian refugees with non-communicable diseases residing in two refugee camps. The findings reveal difficulties in accessing healthcare services among Syrian refugees, primarily due to gender and transportation issues. To improve the situation, healthcare services should be made more affordable and high-quality food and clean drinking water should be provided.
Article
Psychiatry
Reham J. Aburoomi, Malakeh Z. Malak
Summary: This study found a high level of social phobia among Syrian refugee youth in Jordan, with significant correlations between social phobia and age, education level, and gender. Measures should be taken to reduce this issue.
PSYCHIATRIC QUARTERLY
(2021)
Article
Dermatology
V. Padovese, A. Farrugia, S. Almabrok Ali Ghath, I. Rossoni
Summary: The study evaluates STIs and HIV prevalence and knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) in non-European migrants attending the sexual health clinic in Malta. It also seeks to explore situations of human trafficking (HT), sex/gender-based violence (S/GBV) and female genital mutilations (FGM).
JOURNAL OF THE EUROPEAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY AND VENEREOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
C. Ehmen, R. Medialdea-Carrera, D. Brown, A. M. Bispo de Filippis, P. Carvalho de Sequeira, R. M. Ribeiro Nogueira, P. Brasil, G. A. Calvet, J. Blessmann, A. -M. Mallmann, J. Sievertsen, A. Rackow, J. Schmidt-Chanasit, P. Emmerich, H. Schmitz, C. Deschermeier, A. Mika
Summary: Novel serological tests were evaluated for accurate ZIKV IgG detection, with the highest specificity shown by the ZIKV ED3 ICB ELISA. The sensitivity of all three tests was high from day 12 after symptom onset. The ED3 ELISA also showed specific reactions in other populations, confirming its usefulness in seroepidemiological studies and serological diagnosis in countries where other flavivirus infections are co-circulating.
TROPICAL MEDICINE & INTERNATIONAL HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Raquel Medialdea-Carrera, Tanya Melillo, Cristina Micaleff, Maria Louise Borg
Summary: A 28-year-old male from Sudan was found to have a Hyalomma rufipes tick on his chest upon arrival in Malta, with no further symptoms reported during follow-up. Investigation revealed that the tick was likely acquired in Libya, marking the first report of a H. rufipes tick, the main vector for CCHFV, on a recently arrived migrant in Europe, highlighting the importance of increasing awareness on tick-borne infection risks among migrants in Mediterranean countries.
TICKS AND TICK-BORNE DISEASES
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Raquel Medialdea-Carrera, Flavia Levy, Priscila Castanha, Patricia Carvalho de Sequeira, Patricia Brasil, Lia L. Lewis-Ximenez, Lance Turtle, Tom Solomon, Ana Maria Bispo de Filippis, David W. Brown, Michael J. Griffiths
Summary: Accurate diagnostics are essential for effective public health responses to emerging viruses like Zika virus. A study in Brazil during the ZIKV outbreak found that PRNT and Euroimmun IgG ELISA demonstrated the highest accuracy for antibody-based diagnostics, while IgM assays had lower accuracy. Evaluating the performance of antibody ELISAs in target populations is crucial to minimize misdiagnosis.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Dermatology
K. Muscat, C. Cremona, T. Melillo Fenech, M. Abela, V. Padovese
Summary: Understanding the complex interplay between STIs, substance misuse, and mental health among inmates is crucial for targeted interventions. This study found high rates of risky sexual behaviors and drug use among inmates, leading to recommendations for improved screening, education, and follow-up care both in prisons and the community. Collaboration between sexual health clinics and prisons is necessary to address these public health challenges effectively.
JOURNAL OF THE EUROPEAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY AND VENEREOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Dermatology
H. J. C. de Vries, A. Nori, H. Kiellberg Larsen, A. Kreuter, V Padovese, S. Pallawela, M. Vall-Mayans, J. Ross
Summary: This guideline provides guidance on the diagnosis and management of proctitis caused by sexually transmitted pathogens. It emphasizes the need for clinical diagnosis based on symptoms and signs, and the importance of laboratory tests for definitive diagnosis. The guideline also highlights the increasing incidence of certain infections in specific populations and the necessity of considering traumatic causes in sexually active patients.
JOURNAL OF THE EUROPEAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY AND VENEREOLOGY
(2021)
Editorial Material
Dermatology
Brent J. Doolan, Samra L. Saikal, Anish Scaria, Monisha Gupta
Summary: This study provides further insights into non-attendance in dermatology outpatient appointments, highlighting the health disparities among different groups and emphasizing the importance of not generalizing all CALD communities.
CLINICS IN DERMATOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Dermatology
I Rossoni, D. Gauci, A. Gauci Farrugia, V Padovese
Summary: This study assesses the prevalence of STIs, sexual health, and sexual violence among third country nationals attending a sexual health clinic in Malta. The results highlight the intersection between migration, sexual health, and SGBV, calling for further research, training, and awareness-raising among healthcare providers and migrants.
JOURNAL OF THE EUROPEAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY AND VENEREOLOGY
(2022)
Editorial Material
Dermatology
Valeska Padovese
BRITISH JOURNAL OF DERMATOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Valeska Padovese, Sabrina Goodlip, Claire Marantidis Cordina, Graziella Zahra, Stephen A. Clark, Aiswarya Lekshmi, Andrew Walker, Magnus Unemo
Summary: We present a case report of Neisseria meningitidis symptomatic proctitis in an HIV-negative man who has sex with men attending a genitourinary clinic in Malta. The proctitis was caused by a rare penicillin-resistant unencapsulated N. meningitidis strain of the ST-53 clonal complex.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF STD & AIDS
(2022)
Editorial Material
Dermatology
Valeska Padovese, Lucinda C. Fuller, Christopher E. M. Griffiths, Toby Maurer, Esther Freeman
Summary: Skin diseases are prevalent in refugee camps due to a lack of skilled professionals, limited access to diagnostics and medications. This perspective highlights the importance of dermatologists in providing adequate care for migrants and displaced persons during humanitarian crises.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF DERMATOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Dermatology
Matthew Valentino, Katya Muscat, Alexandra Gauci, Donia Gamoudi, Valeska Padovese
Summary: This study analyzed the clinical characteristics, diagnostic challenges, and unique demographics of monkeypox patients diagnosed in Malta from May to September 2022. The results showed that the majority of patients were male, between the ages of 30 and 39, and mostly gay or bisexual men of non-Maltese nationality. Common clinical presentations included skin rash, lymphadenopathy, anogenital lesions, and fever. Coinfection with other sexually transmitted infections was also observed in some patients.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DERMATOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Dermatology
I. Rossoni, M. Chollier, R. Dudushi, J. Ghigo, V. Padovese
Summary: In recent years, growing instability and conflict have contributed to an increase in outward migration, including migration to the EU/EEA. Many migrants come from countries with higher rates of STIs, including HIV, and face risks of sexual and gender-based violence during their journeys. This scoping review aims to identify sexual health recommendations for non-European migrants in the EU/EEA and highlight gaps in their implementation.
JOURNAL OF THE EUROPEAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY AND VENEREOLOGY
(2023)