Screening tools for HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders among adults living with HIV in sub-Saharan Africa: A scoping review
Patrick N. Mwangala,Charles R. Newton,Melanie Abas,Amina Abubakar
With the advent of highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART), the 25 million people living with HIV-1/AIDS in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) now have the potential for a near-normal life expectancy. The prevalence of HAND is estimated to be high across regions, occurring in as many as 50% of all adults living with HIV, including th....
Effect of birth weight, exclusive breastfeeding and growth in infancy on fat mass and fat free mass indices in early adolescence: an analysis of the Entebbe Mother and Baby Study (EMaBs) cohort
Jonathan Nsamba,Swaib A. Lule,Benigna Namara,Christopher Zziwa,Hellen Akurut,Lawrence Lubyayi,Florence Akello,Josephine Tumusiime,Alison M. Elliott,Emily L. Webb
BMI - Body mass index. CI - Confidence interval. EMaBS- Entebbe Mother and Baby Study. FM - Fat mass. FMI - Fat mass index. FFM - Fat free mass. FFMI - Fat free mass index. NCDs - Non-communicable diseases. SD - Standard deviation
Using the Drama of DNA approach to community engagement in genomic research in South Africa: experiences and lessons learnt
Marlyn C. Faure,Ambroise Wonkam,Jantina De Vries
Genomic research and rapidly evolving related technologies, such as next-generation sequencing and genome editing, raise important questions relating to their ethical, legal and social dimensions. One method that uses drama to engage people around ethical challenges of genomics research is the Drama of DNA approach which was dev....
Typology, technical efficiency and scale economy of dibiteries in Dakar, Senegal
Malik Orou Seko,Walter Ossebi,Gnamien Sylvain Traoré,Andrée Prisca Ndjoug Ndour,Jasmina Saric,Gilbert Fokou,Daouda Dao,Bassirou Bonfoh
In Senegal, livestock management occupies nearly two-thirds of the country's agricultural households and constitutes, together with agriculture, the main activity of the rural populations and the main supplier of food and income. The livestock subsector has experienced a real dynamism in recent years, with sustained performances....
The quality of public sources of drinking water in oil-bearing communities in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria
Omosivie Maduka,Benson Ephraim-Emmanuel
Nigeria is Africa’s largest producer of crude oil and the sixth largest producer in the world, (. A large proportion (97%) of the revenue from foreign trade that comes to Nigeria is from export of crude oil. As much as 20% of the country’s GDP and 65% of the revenue budget is sourced from crude oil. Alongside the vast deposit of....
Factors associated with research productivity in higher education institutions in Africa: a systematic review
Dieudonne Uwizeye,Florah Karimi,Caroline Thiong'o,Jackline Syonguvi,Vollan Ochieng,Francis Kiroro,Alex Gateri,Anne M. Khisa,Hesborn Wao
There is a close association between research and development, both of which play a crucial role in economic growth (. Similarly, funding for research has remained low in most of the countries in Africa (. The situation described above suggests that African countries need to re-consider their research agenda taking cognizance of....
Evaluation of fracture resistance of Cerasmart and lithium disilicate ceramic veneers with different incisal preparation designs: an invitro study
Bushra Mohammed,Jylan EL-Guindy
Laminate veneer restorations have gained popularity and patient contentment owing to their good esthetics and highly conservative tooth preparation designs. The success rate of ceramic laminate veneers has been clinically evaluated and has shown range from 18 months up to 15 years; the rate of success varies between 75% and 100%....
Apoptosis inducing effects of chlorhexidine and essential oil mouthwashes on BHK-21 fibroblast cell line: An in vitro study
Shaimaa Ali Hamouda Ali El Basuony,Naglaa El Hossary,Nermine Raouf Amin
Fibroblasts are the common cell type in connective tissue and plays a major role in normal function and in pathologic changes of oral tissues. In fibroblasts, EOs can induce depolarization of the mitochondrial membranes by decreasing the membrane potential, affecting ionic Ca++ cycling. CHX inhibits protein and DNA synthesis, re....
Oral Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)
A Johns Hopkins University Affiliate
The Oral PrEP eLearning Tool for Clinicians course provides instructions for managing PrEP services in accordance with the information in the WHO Implementation Tool for Pre-exposure Prophylaxis of HIV Infection. The course is for practicing clinicians around the globe who currently have a client population at high-risk for c....
Atrial Fibrillations Update 2019 Lecture
Corey M. Slovis, MD, FACEP
American College of Emergency Physicians This lecture covers updates on atrial fibrillation and offers some pearls on the subject.
Shock: Recognition and First Steps
Christopher S. Amato, MD, FACEP, FAAP
American College of Emergency Physicians This lecture describes the assessment, treatment, and resuscitation of the pediatric patient in shock.
Let’s Chat About Adult Trauma: FAST FACTS Lecture
Christopher Hogrefe, MD, FACEP, Torree M. McGowan, MD, FACEP, Zachary M. Shinar, MD
American College of Emergency Physicians This series of lectures discusses different techniques in the care of adult trauma patients.
Doctors in Prisons
Various
The web-based course on Human Rights and Ethics for Prison Doctors was originally developed in 2004 by the Norwegian Medical Association, in cooperation with the World Medical Association (WMA) and the International Committee of Red Cross (ICRC). Various associations and organisations have contributed to the course. The project....
Palliative Care in the ED
Sangeeta Lamba, MD, FACEP
American College of Emergency Physicians This lecture discusses the best practices for palliative care in the emergency department.
Difficult Dislocations
Danielle D. Campagne, MD, FACEP
American College of Emergency Physicians This course reviews difficult dislocations and management techniques.
Run your Body, Free Your Mind
Bronson E. Delasobera, MD, FACEP
American College of Emergency Physicians Learn about the positive effects of exercise on body, mind, mood, creativity, and productivity.
Emergency Delivery: Are you prepared?
Kathleen Kerrigan, MD, FACEP
American College of Emergency Physicians This lecture focuses on pregnant patients delivering in emergency situations
Pediatric Lung Ultrasound: Time to Ditch the Chest X-Ray
Russ Horowitz, MD
American College of Emergency Physicians This lecture discusses the alternatives to chest x-ray in pediatric patients.
Status Asthmaticus
Christopher S. Amato, MD, FACEP, FAAP
American College of Emergency Physicians Discuss 1st and 2nd line therapy principles of and management for status asthmaticus.
COVID-19 : Embarazo y Riesgo de Transmisión Vertical
Rose Maina & Dr. Eunice Ndirangu
COVID-19 - Embarazo y Riesgo de Transmisión Vertical
Grossesse Covid-19: Et le Risque de Transmission Verticale
Rose Maina & Dr. Eunice Ndirangu
Grossesse Covid-19: Et le Risque de Transmission Verticale
Journal Manuscript Development for Global Health
Adrienne Kols, Jhpiego Chris Merriman, Jhpiego Young Mi Kim, Jhpiego
Global Health eLearning Center The Journal Manuscript Development for Global Health course encourages health professionals in the field to write and publish in peer-reviewed journals. In so doing, it supports a broader effort to compile and disseminate a wealth of programmatic knowledge and valuable experience that accrues ever....
Social Media for Health and Development
Rebecca Shore and Sally Zweimuller
This introductory course on social media will strengthen the capacity of global health and development professionals interested in understanding basic principles of social media, using social media to disseminate global health and development information, and measuring social media activities. The authors are very grateful to t....
Establishing Your Professional Identity - Module C: Utilization of Emotional Intelligence
Ellen Fink-Samnick, MSW, ACSW, LCSW, CCM, CRP and Barbara Leach, RN, BSN, MS
1.75 Hours
The purpose of the Establishing Your Professional Identity course is to apply evidence-based grounding skills to bridge the gaps in the learners’ knowledge, skills and practice about Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Resolution & Negotiation, Leadership & Collaboration, and Interacting with Difficult Individual....
Establishing Your Professional Identity - Module E: Leadership & Team Collaboration
Ellen Fink-Samnick, MSW, ACSW, LCSW, CCM, CRP and Barbara Leach, RN, BSN, MS
2.00 Hours
The purpose of the Establishing Your Professional Identity course is to apply evidence-based grounding skills to bridge the gaps in the learners’ knowledge, skills and practice about Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Resolution & Negotiation, Leadership & Collaboration, and Interacting with Difficult Individual....