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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Nuno Jose Pinho Rodrigues, Joao M. S. Carvalho
Summary: This study analyzed the economic and financial results of the PPP model compared to the PMH model in Portugal. The findings showed that the PPP model had advantages in terms of economic and financial results as well as service quality. However, the government consistently reverted back to the PMH model despite the benefits of the PPP model. Evaluation: 8/10.
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
George Shambaugh, Shareen Joshi
Summary: Global concerns about water security and scarcity have led local governments, investors, and international financial institutions to prioritize investments in the water sector. Over the past thirty years, public-private partnerships have been popular mechanisms for encouraging private sector investment in water infrastructure projects and overcoming economic, political, and technical challenges.
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Health Care Sciences & Services
Sarah Christie, Teresa Chahine, Leslie A. Curry, Emily Cherlin, Erika L. Linnander
Summary: This study investigates how trust evolves between partners in the context of the Project Last Mile (PLM) global health partnership. Through analysis of stakeholder experiences, a framework was developed outlining five key domains foundational to building trust: reputational context, team composition, tangible outputs, shared values, and effective communication. The findings may be useful for private and public sector entities aiming to establish and maintain trust within global health partnerships.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH POLICY AND MANAGEMENT
(2021)
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Medicine, General & Internal
David Coomes, Dylan Green, Ruanne Barnabas, Monisha Sharma, Magdalena Barr-DiChiara, Muhammad S. Jamil, R. Baggaley, Morkor Newman Owiredu, Virginia Macdonald, Van Thi Thuy Nguyen, Son Hai Vo, Melanie Taylor, Teodora Wi, Cheryl Johnson, Alison L. Drake
Summary: Annual HIV and syphilis testing among key populations using dual RDT is cost-effective in Vietnam and similar settings to achieve global reduction goals for HIV and syphilis.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Gedefaw Diress, Amanuel Addisu, Melese Linger Endalifer
Summary: Voluntary HIV testing is important in reducing HIV transmission, and this review aims to assess the relationship between HIV knowledge and HIV testing service utilization among university students in Sub-Saharan Africa. A systematic review will be conducted, with data analysis using Stata statistical software. The results will be disseminated through various channels including peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Marion Mora, Giovanna Rincon, Michel Bourrelly, Gwenaelle Maradan, Anaenza Freire Maresca, Florence Michard, Elisabeth Rouveix, Julie Pannetier, Diane Leriche, Tristan Alain, Yazdan Yazdanpanah, David Michels, Bruno Spire
Summary: Transgender identity faces low acceptance in France with scarce data available, leading to increased stigmatization and potential burden of HIV infection among TRHIV. ANRS Trans&HIV aims to identify vulnerabilities, obstacles in medical care, and gender affirmation/HIV care needs of TRHIV through a comprehensive national survey.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Steven N. Kabwama, Suzanne N. Kiwanuka, Mala Ali Mapatano, Olufunmilayo I. Fawole, Ibrahima Seck, Alice Namale, Rawlance Ndejjo, Susan Kizito, Fred Monje, Marc Bosonkie, Landry Egbende, Segun Bello, Eniola A. Bamgboye, Magbagbeola D. Dairo, Ayo S. Adebowale, Mobolaji M. Salawu, Rotimi F. Afolabi, Issakha Diallo, Mamadou M. M. Leye, Youssou Ndiaye, Mane Fall, Oumar Bassoum, Tobias Alfven, William Sambisa, Rhoda K. Wanyenze
Summary: Private entities have played a significant role in strengthening public health services during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in areas such as laboratory systems, case management, risk communication, and health service continuity. They have also been involved in COVID-19 testing, case management, and health promotion efforts, highlighting the importance of public-private partnerships in response to public health emergencies.
GLOBALIZATION AND HEALTH
(2022)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Kennarey Seang, Keovathanak Khim, Kartavya Vyas, Dyna Khuon, Vonthanak Saphonn, Pamina Gorbach
Summary: This study examined medical injection/infusion behaviors among people living with HIV (PLWH) and those who were HIV negative in Cambodia. The results showed that both groups had similar rates of injection use in the past year, but PLWH had a higher proportion of receiving unsafe injections.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Li Wei Ang, Matthias Paul Han Sim Toh, Irving Charles Boudville, Chen Seong Wong, Sophia Archuleta, Vernon Lee, Angela Chow, Yee Sin Leo
Summary: The study found that nearly half of HIV-positive individuals had never been tested for HIV prior to diagnosis, with the most common reason being perceived lack of necessity. Those who had never been tested were more likely to be diagnosed at a late stage of HIV infection. Common risk factors associated with lack of previous HIV testing included older age, lower education level, diagnosis through medical care, and heterosexual transmission.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Stanley W. Wanjala, Moses K. Nyongesa, Paul Mwangi, Agnes M. Mutua, Stanley Luchters, Charles R. J. C. Newton, Amina Abubakar
Summary: This study examined HIV-related stigma among adults living with HIV on the Kenyan coast. The 12-item short version of the Berger HIV stigma scale showed high reliability and validity in measuring HIV stigma. The study found that being female, non-disclosure of HIV status, and co-occurrence of depressive and anxiety symptoms were significant predictors of HIV-related stigma.
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Health Care Sciences & Services
Annette Braunack-Mayer, Belinda Fabrianesi, Jackie Street, Pauline O'Shaughnessy, Stacy M. Carter, Lina Engelen, Lucy Carolan, Rebecca Bosward, David Roder, Kylie Sproston
Summary: This nationally representative survey in Australia reveals uncertainty and caution among the public regarding sharing government health data with private companies. While slightly over half of the respondents support sharing health data, there is strong demand for strict conditions and opt-in consent for data sharing, along with concerns about the private sector's capability in managing government health data.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2021)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Cassidy W. Claassen, Daliso Mumba, Mwansa Njelesani, Derrick Nyimbili, Linah K. Mwango, Mundia Mwitumwa, Ellen Mubanga, Lloyd B. Mulenga, Tina Chisenga, Brooke E. Nichols, Cheryl Hendrickson, Lastone Chitembo, Jackson Okuku, Heidi O'Bra
Summary: Zambia successfully implemented national PrEP service delivery, with 3626 individuals starting PrEP in the first year and 23,327 individuals by the second year. Key lessons include the use of risk-based criteria for PrEP service, the importance of training healthcare workers, and the need for expansion into community education for full potential.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Jonathan Izudi, Damazo T. Kadengye
Summary: Comprehensive knowledge of HIV has no effect on extramarital sexual relationships but increases consistent condom use among those in extramarital sexual relationships, especially among married/cohabiting men.
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Construction & Building Technology
Salman Tariq, Xueqing Zhang
Summary: Public-private partnerships (PPPs) in water infrastructure and services have experienced continuous growth but many have failed, leading to significant consequences. This study utilizes a mixed-method approach to analyze the factors associated with private sector that have led to the failure of water PPPs, aiming to provide more responsive strategies for future PPP projects.
JOURNAL OF CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT
(2021)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Oluwafemi Atanda Adeagbo, Janet Seeley, Dumsani Gumede, Sibongiseni Xulu, Nondumiso Dlamini, Manono Luthuli, Jaco Dreyer, Carina Herbst, F. Cowan, Natsayi Chimbindi, Karin Hatzold, Nonhlanhla Okesola, Cheryl Johnson, Guy Harling, Hasina Subedar, Lorraine Sherr, Nuala McGrath, Liz Corbett, Maryam Shahmanesh
Summary: Objective Peer-to-peer (PTP) HIV self-testing distribution models can increase HIV testing uptake and demand for HIV treatment and PrEP. The study found that PTP approaches were acceptable and valued by young people, with peer support facilitating HIV testing and solidarity. Doubts about the professionalism of friends and an exclusive focus on HIVST information may have limited the demand for PrEP without peer navigators' support.