Abdullah H. Alzeer
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View article: Quality of life in Saudi Arabia: a patient-reported outcome measurement information system (PROMIS) – 10 global health study
Quality of life in Saudi Arabia: a patient-reported outcome measurement information system (PROMIS) – 10 global health study Open
View article: Dental decay in children and the link to weight status: A cross-sectional analysis of national school health data
Dental decay in children and the link to weight status: A cross-sectional analysis of national school health data Open
Recent national reports have indicated an increasing trend of dental decay among school-aged children. National school-based data are required to guide decision-making to ensure effective public health efforts to manage dental decay. This …
View article: The impact of non-pharmaceutical interventions on the spread of COVID-19 in Saudi Arabia: Simulation approach
The impact of non-pharmaceutical interventions on the spread of COVID-19 in Saudi Arabia: Simulation approach Open
We used hybrid simulation modeling to measure the impact of NPIs taken by the KSA government. The finding further supports the notion that early NPIs adoption can effectively limit the spread of COVID-19. It also supports using simulation …
View article: The shifting patterns of childhood obesity: Insights from national school screening data
The shifting patterns of childhood obesity: Insights from national school screening data Open
Managing childhood obesity is challenging due to its multifaceted nature Therefore, utilizing clinical and community-based participatory approaches is essential to develop nationwide obesity prevention and management program that is effect…
View article: A national nudge study of differently framed messages to increase COVID-19 vaccine uptake in Saudi Arabia: A randomized controlled trial
A national nudge study of differently framed messages to increase COVID-19 vaccine uptake in Saudi Arabia: A randomized controlled trial Open
Using different framings of messages to nudge the public to take vaccines can help increase the percentage of immunized individuals in a community. Nudges can boost the public health of a population during an unusual spread of vaccine-prev…
View article: Efficacy of clotrimazole for the management of oral candidiasis: A meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials
Efficacy of clotrimazole for the management of oral candidiasis: A meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials Open
This meta-analysis indicated that clotrimazole is less effective than fluconazole but as effective as other topical therapies in treating OPC. Well-designed high-quality RCT is needed to validate these findings.
View article: A Comparison Of Text Mining Versus Diagnostic Codes To Identify Opioid Use Problem: A Retrospective Study (Preprint)
A Comparison Of Text Mining Versus Diagnostic Codes To Identify Opioid Use Problem: A Retrospective Study (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND As opioid prescriptions have risen, there has also been a rise in opioid overdose deaths and substance use disorders. Public health systems have tried to improve their ability to detect and intervene in opioid use disorders to …
View article: The influence of demographics on influenza vaccine awareness and hesitancy among adults visiting educational hospital in Saudi Arabia
The influence of demographics on influenza vaccine awareness and hesitancy among adults visiting educational hospital in Saudi Arabia Open
Influenza vaccination hesitancy is prevalent among the study's population. Further efforts by health care providers and public health services may be necessary to educate the community regarding the influenza vaccine's safety and efficacy.
View article: A Comparison Of Text Mining Versus Diagnostic Codes To Identify Opioid Use Problem: A Retrospective Study
A Comparison Of Text Mining Versus Diagnostic Codes To Identify Opioid Use Problem: A Retrospective Study Open
Background As opioid prescriptions have risen, there has also been a rise in opioid overdose deaths and substance use disorders. Public health systems have tried to improve their ability to detect and intervene in opioid use disorders to p…
View article: Review of Factors, Methods, and Outcome Definition in Designing Opioid Abuse Predictive Models
Review of Factors, Methods, and Outcome Definition in Designing Opioid Abuse Predictive Models Open
We identified variables used to predict opioid abuse from electronic health records and administrative data. Medication variables are the recurrent variables in the articles reviewed (33 variables). Age and gender are the most consistent d…
View article: Integration of Provider, Pharmacy, and Patient-Reported Data to Improve Medication Adherence for Type 2 Diabetes: A Controlled Before-After Pilot Study
Integration of Provider, Pharmacy, and Patient-Reported Data to Improve Medication Adherence for Type 2 Diabetes: A Controlled Before-After Pilot Study Open
Integrated approaches using advanced EHR, clinical decision support, and patient-controlled technologies show promise for improving appropriate medication use and supporting better management of chronic conditions. Future research and deve…