Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Dechasa Adare Mengistu, Yohannes Mulugeta Demmu, Yohanis Alemeshet Asefa
Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to determine the global acceptance rate of COVID-19 vaccine, which was found to be 64.9%. The study indicated variations in vaccine acceptance across regions and occupations, highlighting potential challenges in managing the pandemic.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Maryam S. Gharavi-nakhjavani, Ali Niazi, Hedayat Hosseini, Majid Aminzare, Rana Dizaji, Behrouz Tajdar-oranj, Adel Mirza Alizadeh
Summary: The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to determine the contamination of fishes by Malachite green (MG) and its metabolite leucomalachite green (LMG) globally. The results suggest that more monitoring is needed for the toxicity of these chemicals, especially in countries where their residues are significant.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Tesfa Mekonen, Gary C. K. Chan, Jason P. Connor, Leanne Hides, Janni Leung
Summary: Globally, approximately one-third of people with depression receive treatment, with considerably lower treatment rates in low- and middle-income countries. Nearly half of the treated individuals with depression did not receive minimally adequate treatment.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2021)
Review
Infectious Diseases
Nur Ain Mohd Asri, Suhana Ahmad, Rohimah Mohamud, Nurmardhiah Mohd Hanafi, Nur Fatihah Mohd Zaidi, Ahmad Adebayo Irekeola, Rafidah Hanim Shueb, Leow Chiuan Yee, Norhayati Mohd Noor, Fatin Hamimi Mustafa, Chan Yean Yean, Nik Yusnoraini Yusof
Summary: Nosocomial multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae is a growing public health threat with a high prevalence and heterogeneity. Awareness of this pathogen's spread in healthcare settings should be raised, and the emergence is expected to continue increasing globally in the future.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Mirza Balaj, Hunter Wade York, Kam Sripada, Elodie Besnier, Hanne Dahl Vonen, Aleksandr Aravkin, Joseph Friedman, Max Griswold, Magnus Rom Jensen, Talal Mohammad, Erin C. Mullany, Solvor Solhaug, Reed Sorensen, Donata Stonkute, Andreas Tallaksen, Joanna Whisnant, Peng Zheng, Emmanuela Gakidou, Terje Andreas Eikemo
Summary: The study found that higher levels of maternal and paternal education are associated with reduced under-5 mortality, with a dose-response relationship. Maternal education was a stronger predictor of child survival, and even a single additional year of schooling showed significant reductions in child mortality.
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Emmanuel Ekpor, Samuel Akyirem
Summary: This review aimed to estimate the level of acceptance of COVID-19 vaccine among persons with diabetes. A systematic search was conducted, and a random-effects meta-analysis was performed, revealing that the pooled prevalence of COVID-19 vaccine acceptance among persons with diabetes was 76.1%. Barriers to vaccine acceptance included misinformation, lack of information, mistrust, health concerns, and external influences.
DIABETES RESEARCH AND CLINICAL PRACTICE
(2023)
Review
Infectious Diseases
Julie Schenk, Steven Abrams, Heidi Theeten, Pierre Van Damme, Philippe Beutels, Niel Hens
Summary: This study conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to estimate the seroconversion and waning rates of the measles, mumps, and rubella components of MMR vaccines. The results provide essential insights for improving the accuracy of mathematical and statistical modeling to predict and understand future outbreaks of measles, mumps, and rubella in countries with high vaccine uptake.
LANCET INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2021)
Review
Immunology
Gunjan Kumar, Samikshya Jena, Niher Tabassum Snigdha, Sakeenabi Basha, Jayaraj Kodangattil Narayanan, Alexander Maniangat Luke
Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the acceptability levels of COVID vaccines in different states in India. After screening numerous articles, 23 papers were included in the review, which revealed a high acceptance rate (>70%) for the vaccine among the Indian population. The pooled estimate showed that 62.6% of individuals in India accepted the COVID-19 vaccine, indicating considerable heterogeneity in acceptance.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Maryam Banar, Azin Sattari-Maraji, Ghazal Bayatinejad, Elahe Ebrahimi, Leila Jabalameli, Reza Beigverdi, Mohammad Emaneini, Fereshteh Jabalameli
Summary: This study conducted a comprehensive analysis of the global prevalence and antibiotic resistance of Stenotrophomonas maltophilia. The results showed an increasing trend in the prevalence of S. maltophilia infections, with higher prevalence in the Western Pacific Region and lower prevalence in the American regions. The analysis of antibiotic resistance revealed high resistance to cefuroxime and low resistance to minocycline. Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole was still considered effective for treating S. maltophilia infections.
FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Immunology
Andrea Conti, Gaia Broglia, Chiara Sacchi, Fabrizia Risi, Francesco Barone-Adesi, Massimiliano Panella
Summary: Different quadrivalent antimeningococcal vaccine formulations have been developed, but their availability varies and there is a lack of updated systematic review comparing these formulations. We conducted a meta-analysis of 16 studies to evaluate the efficacy and safety of the vaccines. MenACWY-TT showed better efficacy than MenACWY-D and MenACWY-CRM for certain serogroups, while there were no significant differences in efficacy between MenC and MenACWY-TT. No significant safety differences were found between MenACWY-TT and MenC, or among different MenACWY formulations. MenACWY-TT may be preferred to improve vaccination programs and inform future immunization policies.
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Emily Terry, Sapphire Cartledge, Sarah Damery, Sheila Greenfield
Summary: This review analyzes 23 cross-sectional studies to investigate public intention to receive COVID-19 vaccines. The findings suggest that there is a high willingness to receive the vaccine, which is influenced by sociodemographic factors and risk perceptions. The results provide guidance for public health agencies to develop effective communication strategies targeting different population groups.
Review
Microbiology
Yaneth Citlalli Orbe-Orihuela, Miguel Angel Sanchez-Aleman, Adriana Hernandez-Pliego, Claudia Victoria Medina-Garcia, Dayana Nicte Vergara-Ortega
Summary: This study conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of publications on the molecular detection of syphilis and antibiotic resistance mutations. The findings revealed an increase in the proportion of syphilis cases and the presence of antibiotic resistance mutations. It also identified men who have sex with men (MSM) as a vulnerable population and suggested a connection between the global presence of antibiotic resistance mutations and syphilis resurgence.
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Martin Ackah, Louise Ameyaw, Mohammed Gazali Salifu, Delali Pearl Afi Asubonteng, Cynthia Osei Yeboah, Eugene Narkotey Annor, Eunice Abena Kwartemaa Ankapong, Hosea Boakye
Summary: This study reviewed COVID-19 vaccine acceptance rate and reasons for non-acceptance/hesitancy among Health Care Workers (HCWs) in Africa. The results showed generally low acceptance of the vaccine among HCWs across Africa. The major reasons for hesitancy were the side effects of the vaccine, vaccine's safety, efficacy and effectiveness, short duration of the clinical trials, COVID-19 infections, limited information, and social trust.
Review
Immunology
Brenda L. Coleman, Iris Gutmanis, Ian Mcgovern, Mendel Haag
Summary: Cell-based quadrivalent influenza vaccine (QIVc) shows higher effectiveness compared to egg-based options. The effectiveness of QIVc varies among different age groups in seasonal influenza vaccination.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Alla Melman, Harrison J. Lord, Danielle Coombs, Joshua Zadro, Christopher G. Maher, Gustavo C. Machado
Summary: This is the first systematic review with meta-analysis summarizing the global prevalence of hospital admissions and hospital length of stay for low back pain. The study found high heterogeneity in admission rates from the emergency department, with a median percentage of all hospital admissions due to low back pain being 0.9%. The median hospital length of stay for low back pain was 6.2 days. The overall quality of evidence was moderate.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Guenther Deuschl, Angelo Antonini, Joao Costa, Katarzyna Smilowska, Daniela Berg, Jean-Christophe Corvol, Giovanni Fabbrini, Joaquim Ferreira, Tom Foltynie, Pablo Mir, Annette Schrag, Klaus Seppi, Pille Taba, Evzen Ruzicka, Marianna Selikhova, Nicholas Henschke, Gemma Villanueva, Elena Moro
Summary: This article evaluated the treatment options for Parkinson's disease, including deep brain stimulation and other invasive therapies. The results show that STN-DBS is the most well-studied intervention and can improve symptoms and quality of life. STN-DBS may also be considered for early PD with early fluctuations. Other treatments should only be considered for specific patient groups.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGY
(2022)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Ariane Girard, Michele Dugas, Johanie Lepine, Valerie Carnovale, Laura Jalbert, Audrey Turmel, Theo Stefan, Andree-Anne Poirier, Benoit Mailhot, Becky Skidmore, Yves Couturier, Shandi Miller, Annie LeBlanc
Summary: Family physicians' engagement in primary care research is essential for improving the quality of healthcare practices. This study assessed the effectiveness of strategies to involve family physicians in research and found that compensation/incentive, recruitment by a peer, and support from a research network or academic institution are effective strategies in increasing participation rates.
JOURNAL OF EVALUATION IN CLINICAL PRACTICE
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Gunther Deuschl, Angelo Antonini, Joao Costa, Katarzyna Smilowska, Daniela Berg, Jean-Christophe Corvol, Giovanni Fabbrini, Joaquim Ferreira, Tom Foltynie, Pablo Mir, Annette Schrag, Klaus Seppi, Pille Taba, Evzen Ruzicka, Marianna Selikhova, Nicholas Henschke, Gemma Villanueva, Elena Moro
Summary: This article presents an update on the treatment guidelines for early and advanced Parkinson's disease (PD). The recommended interventions include deep brain stimulation (DBS), brain lesioning, and continuous medication delivery. The evaluation of treatment effects is primarily based on high-level evidence, with clinical consensus used for certain specific situations.
MOVEMENT DISORDERS
(2022)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jenine Leal, Brenlea Farkas, Liza Mastikhina, Jordyn Flanagan, Becky Skidmore, Charleen Salmon, Devika Dixit, Stephanie Smith, Stephen Tsekrekos, Bonita Lee, Joseph Vayalumkal, Jessica Dunn, Robyn Harrison, Melody Cordoviz, Roberta Dubois, Uma Chandran, Fiona Clement, Kathryn Bush, John Conly, Oscar Larios
Summary: This systematic review assessed the risk of viral respiratory infections to healthcare workers during aerosol-generating medical procedures (AGMPs), finding limited evidence that respirators were more effective than medical/surgical masks in reducing the risk of transmission. Further research is needed to address the existing research gap in the epidemiology of VRIs among HCWs during AGMPs.
ANTIMICROBIAL RESISTANCE AND INFECTION CONTROL
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mateus B. Souza, Rodrigo O. Mascarenhas, Laisa B. Maia, Leticia S. Fonseca, Hytalo J. Silva, Rutger M. J. de Zoete, James H. McAuley, Nicholas Henschke, Vinicius C. Oliveira
Summary: This research aims to compare the efficacy and acceptability of non-pharmacological interventions for Fibromyalgia (FM) and assist clinical decision-making through ranking interventions. The study will conduct a systematic search and assess the risk of bias in the included trials. Finally, network meta-analysis and statistical methods will be used to rank the interventions.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Alexandria Bennett, Andrew Beck, Nicole Shaver, Roland Grad, Allana LeBlanc, Heather Limburg, Casey Gray, Ahmed Abou-Setta, Scott Klarenbach, Navindra Persaud, Guylene Theriault, Brett D. Thombs, Keith J. Todd, Neil Bell, Philipp Dahm, Andrew Loblaw, Lisa Del Giudice, Xiaomei Yao, Becky Skidmore, Elizabeth Rolland-Harris, Melissa Brouwers, Julian Little, David Moher
Summary: The Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care has updated their recommendations on prostate cancer screening in adults. They plan to conduct a series of systematic reviews to evaluate the benefits and harms of screening with PSA and/or DRE, as well as patient values and preferences.
SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Andrew Beck, Navindra Persaud, Laure A. Tessier, Roland Grad, Michael R. Kidd, Scott Klarenbach, Christina Korownyk, Ainsley Moore, Brett D. Thombs, Dee Mangin, Rita K. McCracken, Emily G. McDonald, Caroline Sirois, Salmaan Kanji, Frank Molnar, Stuart G. Nicholls, Kednapa Thavorn, Alexandria Bennett, Nicole Shaver, Becky Skidmore, Bradley R. Mitchelmore, Marc Avey, Elizabeth Rolland-Harris, Julian Little, David Moher
Summary: This study aims to provide recommendations for the Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care on potentially inappropriate prescribing and over-the-counter medication use among adults aged 65 years and older in primary care settings. The study will conduct systematic reviews to evaluate the benefits, harms, and acceptability of interventions to reduce potentially inappropriate prescriptions and OTC medication use. The findings of this study will inform the Task Force's recommendations.
SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Andrew Beck, Candyce Hamel, Micere Thuku, Leila Esmaeilisaraji, Alexandria Bennett, Nicole Shaver, Becky Skidmore, Ian Colman, Sophie Grigoriadis, Stuart Gordon Nicholls, Beth K. Potter, Kerri Ritchie, Priya Vasa, Beverley J. Shea, David Moher, Julian Little, Adrienne Stevens
Summary: The aim of these two systematic reviews is to identify evidence on the benefits and harms of screening for depression compared to no screening in the general adult and pregnant and postpartum populations in primary care or non-mental health clinic settings. The evidence suggests that depression screening may result in little to no difference in outcomes for general adult populations, but the impact on pregnant and postpartum women is very uncertain.
SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Lori Crawford, Scott A. Halperin, Michael W. Dzierlenga, Becky Skidmore, Matthew W. Linakis, Shinichi Nakagawa, Matthew P. Longnecker
Summary: This systematic review aimed to determine the magnitude of the association between per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) serum concentration and antibody response to vaccines. The results showed that all PFAS tended to have an inverse association with antibody concentrations, but the specific associations were inconsistent. Rating: 8 out of 10.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Joyce Noelly Vitor Santos, Vanessa Amaral Mendonca, Amanda Cristina Fernandes, Laisa Braga Maia, Nicholas Henschke, Mateus Bastos de Souza, Vanessa Kelly da Silva Lage, Murilo Xavier Oliveira, Angelica de Fatima Silva, Ana Cristina Rodrigues Lacerda, Alessandro Sartorio, Amandine Rapin, Vinicius Cunha de Oliveira, Redha Taiar
Summary: The prognosis of people hospitalized with COVID-19 is a significant concern for the global public health system, with high morbidity and mortality rates, especially for patients with comorbidities and those in intensive care units. This highlights the need for appropriate prevention and management strategies.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Review
Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary
Anna C. Reed, Maya Murmann, Amy Ramzy, Mary Scott, Becky Skidmore, Vivian Welch, Amy T. Hsu
Summary: Despite the demonstrated effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines, there is varying levels of vaccine hesitancy among healthcare and long-term care workers. This proposed scoping review aims to explore the research and experiences of educational interventions to improve COVID-19 vaccine confidence among these workers.
CAMPBELL SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS
(2022)
Letter
Clinical Neurology
Gunther Deuschl, Angelo Antonini, Joao Costa, Katarzyna Smilowska, Daniela Berg, Jean-Christophe Corvol, Giovanni Fabbrini, Joaquim Ferreira, Tom Foltynie, Pablo Mir, Anette Schrag, Klaus Seppi, Pille Taba, Evzen Ruzicka, Marianna Selikhova, Nicholas Henschke, Gemma Villanueva, Elena Moro
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGY
(2023)
Letter
Clinical Neurology
Guenther Deuschl, Angelo Antonini, Joao Costa, Katarzyna Smilowska, Daniela Berg, Jean-Christophe Corvol, Giovanni Fabbrini, Joaquim Ferreira, Tom Foltynie, Pablo Mir, Anette Schrag, Klaus Seppi, Pille Taba, Evzen Ruzicka, Marianna Selikhova, Nicholas Henschke, Gemma Villanueva, Elena Moro
MOVEMENT DISORDERS
(2023)
Review
Oncology
Gabriela Villanueva, Martin Guscott, Paula Schaiquevich, Claudia Sampor, Ryan Combs, Nicolas Tentoni, Miriam Hwang, Jennifer Lowe, Scott Howard
Summary: This systematic review analyzed different treatment regimens for primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL) and found that combining high-dose methotrexate (HDMTX) with rituximab showed better therapeutic efficacy compared to other combinations with chemotherapy drugs.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Isabel Artieta-Pinedo, Carmen Paz-Pascual, Maite Espinosa, Arturo Garcia-Alvarez, Paola Bully
Summary: How individuals cope with stress during pregnancy can affect their levels of anxiety and depression, which in turn can impact the health of both the mother and the baby. This study identified the coping strategies most commonly used by pregnant women in Spain and examined their association with anxiety and depression. The results show that avoidance coping was strongly associated with higher rates of anxiety and depressive symptoms.