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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kritika Upadhyay, Sonu Goel, Preethi John
Summary: This paper documents the development and evaluation of a capacity building program for public health managers in low and middle-income countries. The program was designed using Kern's six-step framework and included innovative learning and assessment methodologies. Through the use of the Delphi technique, the challenges faced by public health managers and the key competencies required were identified. The program was successful in increasing participants' knowledge and implementing action plans.
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Immunology
Etheldreda Nakimuli-Mpungu, Seggane Musisi, Colin M. Smith, Megan Von Isenburg, Benedict Akimana, Ani Shakarishvili, Jean B. Nachega, Edward J. Mills, Dixon Chibanda, Marcelo Ribeiro, Anna Williams, John A. Joska
Summary: This study highlights the different effects of various interventions on mental health issues among PLWH in LMICs and emphasizes the importance of intervention components in determining intervention effectiveness. It provides recommendations for future scale-up of culturally appropriate interventions in LMICs based on successful evaluations.
JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL AIDS SOCIETY
(2021)
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Obstetrics & Gynecology
Jackie K. Patterson, Vanessa R. Thorsten, Barry Eggleston, Tracy Nolen, Adrien Lokangaka, Antoinette Tshefu, Shivaprasad S. Goudar, Richard J. Derman, Elwyn Chomba, Waldemar A. Carlo, Manolo Mazariegos, Nancy F. Krebs, Sarah Saleem, Robert L. Goldenberg, Archana Patel, Patricia L. Hibberd, Fabian Esamai, Edward A. Liechty, Rashidul Haque, Bill Petri, Marion Koso-Thomas, Elizabeth M. McClure, Carl L. Bose, Melissa Bauserman
Summary: Low birth weight (LBW) infants are at risk for death and disability, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) with limited access to advanced neonatal care. Predictive modeling can help identify high-risk mothers and facilitate referral to appropriate centers. Logistic regression performed best in predicting LBW using clinical variables available prior to delivery.
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2023)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Rochelle Tobin, Gemma Crawford, Jonathan Hallett, Bruce Maycock, Roanna Lobo
Summary: This study examines the impacts of a research and evaluation capacity building partnership called SiREN and finds that partnerships can contribute to system level changes and improvements in research and evaluation practice. The study also highlights the importance of contextual factors and trusting relationships in the success of such partnerships.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
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Psychology, Clinical
Henry Ukachukwu Michael, Emily Youbi, Sylvester Chika Ohadoma, Suvira Ramlall, Frasia Oosthuizen, Maryna Polyakova
Summary: Despite limitations, the study results indicate a significant improvement in neurocognitive outcomes of people living with HIV in low- and middle-income countries with antiretroviral therapy, especially those with advanced immunosuppression.
NEUROPSYCHOLOGY REVIEW
(2022)
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Infectious Diseases
Lile Malania, Inge Wagenaar, Onur Karatuna, Arjana Tambic Andrasevic, David Tsereteli, Marine Baidauri, Paata Imnadze, Saskia Nahrgang, Carolien Ruesen
Summary: The article focuses on essential elements for setting up an AMR surveillance system in LMICs, using the Georgia case study to demonstrate a successful approach. Through governmental support, capacity building, and quality management, Georgia was able to establish and expand a functional AMR surveillance network with sustained impact on microbiology laboratories.
CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY AND INFECTION
(2021)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Henry Ukachukwu Michael, Sasha Naidoo, Kofi Boamah Mensah, Suvira Ramlall, Frasia Oosthuizen
Summary: The study aimed to evaluate the impact of ART on neurocognitive outcomes among HIV/AIDS patients in LMICs and identify determinants of these outcomes. While most studies showed improved neurocognitive performance with ART use, no association was found with treatment duration, regimen, and conventional biomarkers. Improvements in early ART treatment programs, viral reservoir eradication strategies, and identification of novel biomarkers are crucial in minimizing HIV-associated neurocognitive impairment.
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Psychiatry
Roxanne C. Keynejad, Abigail Bentley, Urvita Bhatia, Oliva Nalwadda, Fikru Debebe Mekonnen, Parveen A. Ali, Julie McGarry
Summary: Despite being recognized as public health priorities by the World Health Organization and the United Nations, the intersection between violence, abuse, and mental health in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) is understudied. This pilot study aimed to identify research, education, and capacity building priorities for this field in LMICs. The findings highlighted the barriers faced in researching violence, abuse, and mental health in LMICs and recommended actions to build capacity and foster collaborations. The study emphasized the importance of networks like iVAMHN in bringing together stakeholders for knowledge exchange and collaboration.
SOCIAL PSYCHIATRY AND PSYCHIATRIC EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2023)
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Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Dike Ojji, Angela Aifah, Juliet Iwelunmor, Erinn M. Hade, Deborah Onakomaiya, Calvin Colvin, Shivani Mishra, Nafesa Kanneh, Ashlin Rakhra, Gabriel Shedul, Daniel Henry, Adrian Duah, Daphne Lew, Geetha P. Bansal, Angela Attah, Gbenga Ogedegbe, Anyiekere Ekanem
Summary: Insufficient training of non-physician healthcare workers could hinder the successful integration of cardiovascular disease management into HIV chronic care. However, this study showed that a training program for community nurses improved their knowledge of managing hypertension in persons living with HIV and was highly rated by participants.
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Psychology, Biological
Anna Josephson, Talip Kilic, Jeffrey D. Michler
Summary: Phone survey data from Ethiopia, Malawi, Nigeria, and Uganda shows that 256 million individuals-77% of the population-live in households that have lost income during the pandemic. Attempts to cope with this loss are exacerbated by food insecurity and an inability to access medicine and staple foods. Student-teacher contact has dropped significantly among households with school-aged children.
NATURE HUMAN BEHAVIOUR
(2021)
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Business, Finance
Hakan Yurdakul, Rifat Kamasak, Tulay Yazar Ozturk
Summary: This study examines the macro-economic drivers of Public Private Partnership (PPP) in 137 low income and developing countries. The findings suggest that government balance, population size, money supply, and investment share in GDP are significant determinants of PPP activity.
BORSA ISTANBUL REVIEW
(2022)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Tomi Akinyemiju, Kemi Ogunsina, Anjali Gupta, Iris Liu, Dejana Braithwaite, Robert A. Hiatt
Summary: Cancer burden is increasing globally, especially in low- and middle-income countries. These countries lack comprehensive cancer control programs and funding, therefore primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention strategies are needed to reduce the cancer burden.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Fred M. Ssewamala, Ozge Sensoy Bahar, Noeline Nakasujja, Betsy Abente, Proscovia Nabunya, Laura Peer, Lily Zmachinski, Suzanne Fragale, Mary M. McKay
Summary: The CHILD-GRF program aims to train early-career investigators in Uganda, connect them with mentors, and define key factors for successful mentorship and training. By building a network of well-trained individuals, the program contributes to improving child and adolescent mental health and HIV prevention efforts in Uganda, with public health implications.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Wafa Abu El Kheir-Mataria, Basma M. Saleh, Hassan El-Fawal, Sungsoo Chun
Summary: The study found that approximately 49% of parents in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (L & MICs) accept vaccinating their children against COVID-19. The main determinant of their decision is the belief that the vaccine is essential in fighting the pandemic, while concerns regarding efficacy, safety, and side effects contribute to vaccine hesitancy.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
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Psychology, Clinical
Jahar Bhowmik, Raaj Kishore Biswas, Dela Dzadey
Summary: This study investigated factors associated with HIV/AIDS knowledge among women in several Asian LMICs. Results revealed that demographic factors such as wealth index, education, and access to information had a significant association with HIV/AIDS knowledge. Mongolia and Nepal have policy and implementation advantages in terms of HIV/AIDS knowledge.
JOURNAL OF HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)