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View article: Momentum To Value: A Strategic Framework For Activation In SMB Fintech & Communication Platforms
Momentum To Value: A Strategic Framework For Activation In SMB Fintech & Communication Platforms Open
The Momentum to Value (M2V) framework presents a paradigm shift in the conceptualization and implementation of the concept of activation in the SMB financial technology platform. Raising the level of engagement traditionally focused on eng…
View article: Mapping Geographic Disparities in Healthcare Access Barriers Among Married Women in Pakistan: Evidence from a Nationally Representative Survey
Mapping Geographic Disparities in Healthcare Access Barriers Among Married Women in Pakistan: Evidence from a Nationally Representative Survey Open
Healthcare access is a fundamental human right, yet barriers often negatively impact health, particularly in developing countries like Pakistan, where maternal mortality remains a crisis. This study aimed to identify factors influencing he…
View article: Designing Trust-Centered Digital Systems for Small Business Financial and Communication Integration
Designing Trust-Centered Digital Systems for Small Business Financial and Communication Integration Open
Small and medium businesses face unique challenges in digital transformation, navigating environments with limited technical resources while managing fragmented technology ecosystems. This article presents a framework for designing integra…
View article: Factors Associated with Perceived Racial Discrimination While Receiving Medical Care in the United States
Factors Associated with Perceived Racial Discrimination While Receiving Medical Care in the United States Open
Background: Health equity can only be achieved when every individual has access to quality healthcare without fear of being discriminated against. This study analyzed the sociodemographic characteristics associated with self-reported racia…
View article: The Role of Public Health Informatics in the Coordination of Consistent Messaging from Local Health Departments and Public Health Partners During COVID-19
The Role of Public Health Informatics in the Coordination of Consistent Messaging from Local Health Departments and Public Health Partners During COVID-19 Open
Introduction: Efficient communication and collaboration among local health departments (LHDs), healthcare organizations, governmental entities, and other community stakeholders are critical for public health preparedness and response. This…
View article: Early Childhood Anemia in Ghana: Prevalence and Predictors Using Machine Learning Techniques
Early Childhood Anemia in Ghana: Prevalence and Predictors Using Machine Learning Techniques Open
Background/Objectives: Early childhood anemia is a severe public health concern and the most common blood disorder worldwide, especially in emerging countries. This study examines the sources of childhood anemia in Ghana through various so…
View article: Beyond the Incision: Pediatric Postoperative Sepsis Risk Patterns and Related Adverse Events in U.S. Inpatient Care
Beyond the Incision: Pediatric Postoperative Sepsis Risk Patterns and Related Adverse Events in U.S. Inpatient Care Open
Background: Postoperative sepsis (POS) is a serious pediatric safety event tracked by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality’s Pediatric Quality Indicator 10 (PDI 10). Purpose: This study examined POS in United States inpatient car…
View article: Digital transformation in business finance: Accelerating cash flow through intelligent invoicing systems
Digital transformation in business finance: Accelerating cash flow through intelligent invoicing systems Open
This technical article explores how digital invoicing platforms are transforming payment collection processes for businesses across industries. Traditional invoicing methods have long created significant delays between service delivery and…
View article: The Association Between Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) and Mental Health Status in the US
The Association Between Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) and Mental Health Status in the US Open
Social determinants of health (SDoH) are considered significant determinants of mental health. This study examines the association between SDoH and mental health status in the United States. We analyzed 2023 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveill…
View article: Vaccine Hesitancy Through a Global Lens: Cross-Cultural Evidence from a Special Issue
Vaccine Hesitancy Through a Global Lens: Cross-Cultural Evidence from a Special Issue Open
Vaccine development in 1796 is among the most significant public health achievements, as it transformed global health by preventing epidemics and premature deaths, as well as eradicating life-threatening infectious diseases [...]
View article: Postoperative Respiratory Failure in US Pediatric Care: Evidence from a Nationally Representative Database
Postoperative Respiratory Failure in US Pediatric Care: Evidence from a Nationally Representative Database Open
Background/Objectives: Pediatric postoperative respiratory failure in the United States is increasingly considered a significant adverse event due to the increased risk of co-morbidities, suffering, and cost of healthcare. This study inves…
View article: Body Weight Perception and Other Factors Associated with Overweight and Obesity in U.S. Adolescents
Body Weight Perception and Other Factors Associated with Overweight and Obesity in U.S. Adolescents Open
Background/Objectives: This study examines the factors associated with U.S. adolescents’ obesity and overweight status. Methods: Using a multivariable logistic regression, we analyzed the data from the 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance…
View article: WITHDRAWN: A Multi-center Observational Cohort Study of Dialysis Patients’ Prognostic Factors: Evidence from Pakistan
WITHDRAWN: A Multi-center Observational Cohort Study of Dialysis Patients’ Prognostic Factors: Evidence from Pakistan Open
The full text of this preprint has been withdrawn by the authors as it was submitted and made public without the full consent of all the authors. Therefore, the authors do not wish this work to be cited as a reference. Questions should be …
View article: A Cross-Sectional Multivariable Analysis of the Quality of Hemodialysis Patients’ Life in Lahore City, Pakistan
A Cross-Sectional Multivariable Analysis of the Quality of Hemodialysis Patients’ Life in Lahore City, Pakistan Open
Background/Objectives: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a severe health problem with dire consequences for the quality of life of millions of individuals and their families around the globe. This quantitative study analyzes the factors asso…
View article: Impact of the Online Nutrition Intervention on Health Indicators for Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease, and Obesity in Senior Populations
Impact of the Online Nutrition Intervention on Health Indicators for Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease, and Obesity in Senior Populations Open
Background: This study evaluated the effects of an online nutrition intervention program, Food Fitness First, Inc.®, on health indicators for diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity among senior center participants. Methods: Thirty in…
View article: Editorial: Examining upstream to understand downstream: use of telehealth and other health equity measures for addressing health disparities
Editorial: Examining upstream to understand downstream: use of telehealth and other health equity measures for addressing health disparities Open
View article: Association Between Social Determinants of Health and Patient Portal Utilization in the United States
Association Between Social Determinants of Health and Patient Portal Utilization in the United States Open
(1) Background: Differences in health outcomes across populations are due to disparities in access to the social determinants of health (SDoH), such as educational level, household income, and internet access. With several positive outcome…
View article: College students’ perceptions about academic institutions’ support for diversity and inclusion in Pakistan
College students’ perceptions about academic institutions’ support for diversity and inclusion in Pakistan Open
Educational institutions that prioritize diversity and inclusion initiatives can enhance students’ sense of involvement and belonging, irrespective of demographic differences. This study aims to explore how college students in Pakistan per…
View article: The Role of Social Determinants of Health in Self-Reported Psychological Distress among United States Adults Post-COVID-19 Pandemic
The Role of Social Determinants of Health in Self-Reported Psychological Distress among United States Adults Post-COVID-19 Pandemic Open
Psychological distress, an emotional condition with symptoms of anxiety and depression, leads to impaired function, behavior, and personal traits. The current study examined the association between social determinants of health and the sev…
View article: Training in Public Health Informatics and Technology Leveraging a Multi-institutional Partnership Model and Emphasizing Experiential Learning
Training in Public Health Informatics and Technology Leveraging a Multi-institutional Partnership Model and Emphasizing Experiential Learning Open
Background and Objective Though public health is an information-intense profession, there is a paucity of workforce with Public Health Informatics and Technology (PHIT) skills, which was evident during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-1…
View article: Hospital and Patient Characteristics Associated with Neonatal Blood Stream Infection in Inpatient Care: Insights from the 2019 HCUP KID Database
Hospital and Patient Characteristics Associated with Neonatal Blood Stream Infection in Inpatient Care: Insights from the 2019 HCUP KID Database Open
Background: This study explores the associations between pediatric adverse events (PAEs) and both hospital and patient characteristics within the inpatient hospital setting, specifically focusing on Neonatal Blood Stream Infection (NBSI) a…
View article: Decoding India’s Child Malnutrition Puzzle: A Multivariable Analysis Using a Composite Index
Decoding India’s Child Malnutrition Puzzle: A Multivariable Analysis Using a Composite Index Open
Background: This study examines the levels and predictors of malnutrition in Indian children under 5 years of age. Methods: Composite Index of Anthropometric Failure was applied to data from the India National Family Health Survey 2019–202…
View article: Demographic and Clinical Characteristics Predicting Missed Clinic Visits among Patients Living with HIV on Antiretroviral Treatment in Kinshasa and Haut-Katanga Provinces of the Democratic Republic of Congo
Demographic and Clinical Characteristics Predicting Missed Clinic Visits among Patients Living with HIV on Antiretroviral Treatment in Kinshasa and Haut-Katanga Provinces of the Democratic Republic of Congo Open
Background: Patients living with HIV (PLHIV) often face challenges that contribute to missed clinical care which can impact their health outcomes. Methods: This retrospective quantitative study comprised 5338 adults living with HIV who rec…
View article: Factors Predicting In-School and Electronic Bullying among High School Students in the United States: An Analysis of the 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System
Factors Predicting In-School and Electronic Bullying among High School Students in the United States: An Analysis of the 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System Open
Background: Bullying is a global public health problem with severe adverse effects on behavioral health. Understanding the predictors of victimization by bullying is essential for public policy initiatives to respond to the problem effecti…
View article: Practice-Based Research From the Frontlines: Selected Strategies for Reducing Health Disparities and Accelerating Progress Toward Health Equity in the United States
Practice-Based Research From the Frontlines: Selected Strategies for Reducing Health Disparities and Accelerating Progress Toward Health Equity in the United States Open
View article: Social and Structural Determinants of Health Associated with COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy among Older Adults in the United States
Social and Structural Determinants of Health Associated with COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy among Older Adults in the United States Open
State-level COVID-19 vaccination rates among older adults have been uneven in the United States. Due to the immunocompromised nature of older adults, vaccine hesitancy increases the risk of morbidity and mortality. This study aims to deter…
View article: Variations in Pattern of Social Media Engagement between Individuals with Chronic Conditions and Mental Health Conditions
Variations in Pattern of Social Media Engagement between Individuals with Chronic Conditions and Mental Health Conditions Open
The use of the internet and supported apps is at historically unprecedented levels for the exchange of health information. The increasing use of the internet and social media platforms can affect patients’ health behavior. This study aims …
View article: Hospital and Patient Characteristics Associated with Neonatal Blood Stream Infection in Inpatient Hospital Care; Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project (HCUP) Kids’ Inpatient Databases (KID) 2019
Hospital and Patient Characteristics Associated with Neonatal Blood Stream Infection in Inpatient Hospital Care; Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project (HCUP) Kids’ Inpatient Databases (KID) 2019 Open
This study aims to explore the associations between pediatric adverse events (PAEs) and hospital and patient characteristics within the inpatient hospital setting, focusing solely on the framework of pediatric quality indicators (PDIs) fro…
View article: Risk Factors Associated With Covid-19 Transmission: The Influence of Print and Electronic Social Media on Prevention Behavior of People in Punjab, Pakistan
Risk Factors Associated With Covid-19 Transmission: The Influence of Print and Electronic Social Media on Prevention Behavior of People in Punjab, Pakistan Open
Objective The current study sought to explore SARS-CoV-02 infection risk factors as well as the impact of media communications on adherence to preventative strategies in Pakistan's Punjab Province. Methods A prospective, cross-sectional st…
View article: Understanding the factors contributing to low enrollment of science students in undergraduate programs
Understanding the factors contributing to low enrollment of science students in undergraduate programs Open
The pursuit of science is essential for the progress and development of a nation. However, there is evidence of a persistent decline in the number of students opting for science courses in undergraduate programs across the world. This pape…