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Journal of Global Health Reports
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ISSN 2399-1623 · International Society of Global Health · 536 articles in the index
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“The more the better?” Association between number of antenatal care visits and components of care received: analysis of the Burundi Demographic and Health Survey 2016/2017
# Background The World Health Organization promotes antenatal care (ANC) as a package of health interventions women receive during pregnancy. This study examined the association between the number of ANC visits and the number of ANC components received in Burundi. # Methods This cross-sectional…
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Factors linked to poor glycemic control in an outpatient diabetic clinic: a cross-sectional study in Saint-Nicolas Hospital, Haiti
# Background Adequate glycemic control prevents acute complications and reduces the risk of long-term complications, the use of services, and societal costs. In clinical practice, achieving good glycemic control for a diabetic patient over the long term is a challenge, considering the complexity of…
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Developing conceptual framework and methodological considerations in community-supported chronic disease management
This article describes the conceptual and methodological foundation of community-supported chronic disease management. A community-supported approach recognizes the diversity of community residents' participation outcomes and attempts to maximize self-mobilization to manage chronic diseases in…
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Should fathers witness childbirth? A survey of attitudes of expectant mothers attending a tertiary hospital in Kano, northern Nigeria
# Background Increased paternal involvement during childbirth can enhance maternal and neonatal outcomes. However, in resource-constrained settings, cultural and health system factors often hinder the involvement of fathers in the birthing process. This study aimed to identify the factors…
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Maternal health in cities: analysis of institutional maternal mortality and health system bottlenecks in Kampala City Uganda, 2016-2021
# Background Recent estimates have shown a stagnation in maternal mortality reduction globally. Levels and trends in maternal mortality in urban settings in Africa are of interest due to health system challenges posed by rapid urbanisation. Given the high percentage of births occurring in city…
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Operationalising effective coverage measurement in Ethiopia: a qualitative study
# Background Efforts to improve the quality of maternal, neonatal and child health services have intensified in Ethiopia. Consistent with global recommendations, measuring only coverage of these health services is no longer sufficient to assess their impact on population health. As a result…
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Changing patterns of Jhum cultivation in Tripura, India and their impact on malaria
# Background Tripura is hyperendemic for malaria and is one of the few states in India that still fall under Category 3 for malaria elimination (i.e., state annual parasite incidence (API) > 1, i.e., number of malaria cases per thousand inhabitants in a year). Tribal communities in Tripura are…
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Using spirometry for screening and diagnosis of chronic respiratory diseases in primary health care: findings from a community health project in rural India
# Background Chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs) such as Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Asthma and post-tuberculosis lung disease (PTLD) are a growing public health concern in India. Early diagnosis and management of CRDs require a good quality spirometry test, a technician to…
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Utilizing video conferencing with families of critically ill non-COVID-19 patients during the pandemic curfew
# Background COVID-19 pandemic curfew made it difficult for families to communicate with their loved ones while hospitalized in the intensive care unit (ICU). A hybrid telephone and video conferencing model (VC) was created as a method of communication. This study aims to assess the satisfaction of…
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Community perspectives to inform the development of a radio program to destigmatize mental illness in rural Uganda: a qualitative study
# Background The stigma attached to mental illness impedes diagnosis, treatment, and access to care for people with mental illness. Scalable interventions are needed to enhance attitudes towards seeking treatment, foster community support, and promote acceptance of individuals experiencing mental…
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Is neocolonialism existing in global surgery practice? An analysis of a web-based survey amongst global surgery practitioners
# Background There is an ongoing discussion for decolonization of global health and a resetting of global health partnerships and practices. However, a lack of understanding and agreement on the issues involved remain a major limitation. The aim of this study was to understand and identify the…
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Understanding how socioecological factors affect COVID-19 vaccine perceptions among adolescents: qualitative evidence from seven high-, middle- and low-income countries
# Background The number of studies examining family, community, institutional and policy factors on COVID-19 vaccine perceptions is limited, with most concentrating on high-income countries and using predominantly quantitative methods. To address this gap, the goal of this manuscript is to…
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Digital health interventions in primary care in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic scoping review protocol
# Background The integration of digital health (eHealth) interventions into primary healthcare systems has gained recognition lately in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs) to enhance healthcare quality, accessibility, and efficiency. These interventions may offer effective strategies in…
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Strengthening safe children's surgical care in Nigeria through paediatric advanced life support training
# Background Cardiopulmonary resuscitation is a fundamental intervention for treating cardiac arrest, particularly when executed promptly and accurately. Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), developed by the American Heart Association (AHA), is a specialized training designed for the emergency…
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Water as a social determinant of health: bringing policies into action
Water is one of the social determinants of health and a key factor towards improving health outcomes and inequalities. Access to safe and adequate water has been identified as an essential component for protecting, maintaining and promoting public health and reducing the total burden of diseases…
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Mixed-methods exploration of challenges to stoma care for ostomates in four low- and middle-income countries: STomacARe For Improvement reSearcH (STARFISH) study
# Background Little is known about the challenges of stoma care and potential solutions for patients in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This study aimed to assess the outcomes and experience of care for patients with stomas in LMICs using a mixed methods approach. # Methods A…
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A scoping review of human papillomavirus and cervical cancer knowledge, attitudes, practices, and prevention among female sex workers in Africa
# Background Global initiatives have emphasized the elimination of cervical cancer (CC) among female sex workers (FSW) in Africa. Yet screening remains low, and few interventions have been outlined to target this group. This scoping review sought to understand the knowledge, attitudes, and…
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Gender lens review of adolescent health care services: a mixed methods study in Bangladesh
# Background The application of a gender lens enables the identification of gendered power dynamics that are deeply embedded within structures and institutions. This study delved into a comprehensive analysis of gender norms of male and female adolescents in terms of their health needs, the type of…
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Causes of under-five mortality using verbal autopsies in urban slum areas in Bangladesh: a cross-sectional analysis of surveillance data
# Background Under-5 deaths in urban slum communities are often unnoticed in many cases. However, previous surveys reported a high burden of mortality. Therefore, we presented the distribution of the causes of death of under-5 children in selected urban slum areas in Bangladesh. # Methods Since…
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Understanding lived experiences and perceptions of perinatal depression in Nigeria: a qualitative evidence synthesis
# Background Perinatal depression is a common mental health disorder which spans during and after pregnancy. Unfortunately, there is poor healthcare-seeking behaviour for this treatable condition. Additionally, maternal healthcare workers sometimes overlook the signs and symptoms, failing to…