Volume 2 Issue 3
- Research Article
Taking Food Supplements Vary Prolactin Levels in Pregnant Women for the Promotion of Breastfeeding?
Eva Pilar López García*
Pregnancy constitutes a period of numerous physical changes in the pregnant woman, but these changes are not the only ones that occur, there are also psychological and or emotional changes with great repercussions on the health of the pregnant woman, fetus, family and social life. ....
- Research Article
Screening of Visual Disorders in a Schooled Population in South Lebanon
Kassir Mounir*; Kassir Hayssam; Kassir Racha
Screening of visual disorders in school population has always been of utmost importance knowing the severe consequences of poor vision on learning capabilities. Many studies have been conducted worldwide, some in Lebanon [1], in which living conditions are, since 2019, particularly dramatic, adding to state administration failure, economic and financial crash, hyperinflation money crisis. ....
- Research Article
Bioethical Considerations in Leading Pharmaceutical Companies: A Comparative Analysis in BRICS Nations
Talib Hussain*
This scholarly investigation offers a meticulous examination of bioethical considerations within the vision and mission statements of preeminent pharmaceutical corporations operating in the BRICS nations. ....
- Short Commentary
Initial Simple Questionnaire for Premorbid Global Function in Acute Stroke Patients
Anusha Gadipudi*; Maya Muhanna; Austin Helton; Nisha Kashyap; Sunil Mathur; Fenwick T Nichols; Askiel Bruno
Knowing a patient's premorbid functional status can aid in acute stroke management decisions. The often-adopted modified Rankin Scale is not suitable for pre[1]stroke assessment as it lacks a defined comparison state at lower scores. ....
- Research Article
The Influence of Covid-19 on the Management of Dental Clinics
María Sofía Rey-Martínez*; José María Martínez González; María Helena Rey-Martínez; José María Suárez-Quintanilla
The purpose of this paper is to describe the consequences of COVID-19 on the management of dental clinics by dentists in Galicia. A study was carried out with 347 professionals in which aspects related to their personal and social data, their professional activity and their emotional state were evaluated. ....
- Research Article
'It Feels Like a Campaign for an Election'-Somali-Led Green Social Prescribing
Allport Tom*; Jacobs Gali; Musse Samira; Natasha Bradley
Green (nature-based) social prescribing has potential to reduce health inequalities, but may require additional investment to work effectively with marginalised populations. Commissioners need evidence about effectiveness and mechanisms of change to tailor implementation. ....
- Research Article
Preconception Care in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
Sophie GE Kedzior; Lareesa M Ryan; Zohra S Lassi*
Prior to pregnancy, the preconception period is pertinent to optimising the health of women and their partners in respect to biomedical, behavioural, and social factors to reduce their impact on maternal, neonatal, and child health outcomes. ....
- Research Article
The Causes and Effects of Divorce on the Public Health of Family Members in the Makkah Al-Mukaromah Region in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Naif Almutairi; Wiaam Al-Muafa*; Maha Al-Hatmi; Marwa Al-Hatmi; Ashjan Al-Amry; Anas Dablool
This study delves into the intricate tapestry of divorce in the Makkah Al-Mukaromah region, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, exploring its causes, effects on public health, and societal perceptions. The investigation draws insights from a diverse range of factors, including health complications, family life dynamics, personal perceptions, and societal attitudes toward divorce. ....
- Research Article
Decolonising Global Health: Clarifying Concepts for Equitable Practice
Emma Sophie Spanaus*; Luis Eugenio De Souza
Global Health (GH) tries to address worldwide health issues, focusing on universal health solutions and enhanced equity. Its colonial roots in tropical medicine have perpetuated inequalities. This requires the decolonisation of GH to overcome these enduring impacts and Western-dominated principles, often manifested in donor-driven initiatives with insufficient local engagement. ....
- Short Commentary
Sensitivity and Specificity of Heat and Moisture Exchange Filters Sampling for HSV1 Detection in Mechanically Ventilated Patients with SARS-CoV-2 Infection
Toufik Kamel; Fabien Lesne*; Grégoire Muller; Clémence Guillaume; Mai-Anh Nay; Laurent Bret; Armelle Mathonnet; Marie Skarzynski; Lekbir Baala; Thierry Boulain
Sensitivity and specificity of HSV1 detection by real real-time reverse transcriptase PCR in Heat and Moisture Exchange Filters (HMEF) was assessed in mechanically ventilated COVID- 19 patients. ....