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View article: Enablers and barriers for scaling up non-communicable disease interventions across diverse global health contexts: a qualitative study using the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research
Enablers and barriers for scaling up non-communicable disease interventions across diverse global health contexts: a qualitative study using the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research Open
Objectives To identify enablers and barriers for scaling up non-communicable disease (NCD) interventions across diverse global contexts and to map these factors to the WHO’s health system building blocks. Design A multi-method qualitative …
View article: Social determinants of mental health problems among South Asian migrants living in industrialized countries: a systematic review
Social determinants of mental health problems among South Asian migrants living in industrialized countries: a systematic review Open
Background Migration involves a risk of mental health problems, including stress, anxiety, and depression. This study systematically reviewed social determinants of mental health problems among South Asian migrants living in industrialized…
View article: Immunization status of children with cerebral palsy: A cross-sectional hospital-based study in Vietnam
Immunization status of children with cerebral palsy: A cross-sectional hospital-based study in Vietnam Open
Aim To describe the immunization status of children with CP in Vietnam and identify factors associated with vaccine non-uptake in this group. Methods We conducted an active prospective case ascertainment of children with cerebral palsy (CP…
View article: Physical activity, diet, medication adherence, blood glucose monitoring and foot care in people with type 2 diabetes in Nepal
Physical activity, diet, medication adherence, blood glucose monitoring and foot care in people with type 2 diabetes in Nepal Open
Introduction: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is among the most common Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), responsible for an estimated 2 million deaths in 2019. The prevalence of T2DM is increasing in low- and middle-income countries includi…
View article: Engaging community health workers to promote oral health for people living with type 2 diabetes mellitus in Nepal: a qualitative study
Engaging community health workers to promote oral health for people living with type 2 diabetes mellitus in Nepal: a qualitative study Open
The findings of study highlight the potential for engaging CHWs to deliver oral health services for people with T2DM at the primary health care level in Nepal. Strengthening the health system and building capacity of CHWs, along with conti…
View article: Long-term cost-effectiveness of health behaviour intervention to manage type 2 diabetes in Nepal
Long-term cost-effectiveness of health behaviour intervention to manage type 2 diabetes in Nepal Open
Background Long-term cost-effectiveness analyses of health behaviour interventions to effectively manage type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in low-income countries are crucial for minimising economic burden and optimising resource allocation.…
View article: The effect of a community-based intervention on self-care behaviours among people with type 2 diabetes in Nepal
The effect of a community-based intervention on self-care behaviours among people with type 2 diabetes in Nepal Open
Introduction Health behavioural interventions led by community health workers (CHWs) and peer supporters effectively promote self-care behaviours among people with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Few such interventions have been conducted…
View article: The effect of a community-based health behaviour intervention on healthcare services use among people with type 2 diabetes in Nepal
The effect of a community-based health behaviour intervention on healthcare services use among people with type 2 diabetes in Nepal Open
Background: Community-based health behavioural interventions have effectively reduced the glycated haemoglobin level (HbA1c) among individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). However, there is no evidence of such interventions in imp…
View article: The Association of Physical Activity With Overweight/Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes in Nepalese Adults: Evidence From a Nationwide Non‐Communicable Disease Risk Factor Survey
The Association of Physical Activity With Overweight/Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes in Nepalese Adults: Evidence From a Nationwide Non‐Communicable Disease Risk Factor Survey Open
Background The rising prevalence of obesity and type 2 diabetes (T2DM) is a significant public health concern, particularly in low‐ and middle‐income countries. This study aimed to explore the association between physical activity levels, …
View article: Health-related quality of life and associated factors in people with Type 2 diabetes mellitus in Nepal: Baseline findings from a cluster-randomized controlled trial
Health-related quality of life and associated factors in people with Type 2 diabetes mellitus in Nepal: Baseline findings from a cluster-randomized controlled trial Open
This study aims to assess the status of health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and its associated factors in people with Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in Nepal. HRQOL of 481 participants with T2DM in Kavrepalanchok and Nuwakot was measur…
View article: Health economic evaluation alongside randomised clinical trial of a health behaviour intervention to manage type 2 diabetes in Nepal
Health economic evaluation alongside randomised clinical trial of a health behaviour intervention to manage type 2 diabetes in Nepal Open
Background Prevention of type 2 diabetes is becoming an urgent public health concern in low and middle-income countries (LMICs). However, there is currently no evidence of a cost-effective approach of health behaviour interventions from co…
View article: Depressive Symptoms, Perceived Stress, and Associated Socio-Demographic and Diabetes-Related Factors in People With Type 2 Diabetes in Nepal
Depressive Symptoms, Perceived Stress, and Associated Socio-Demographic and Diabetes-Related Factors in People With Type 2 Diabetes in Nepal Open
The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence and associated factors of depressive symptoms and perceived stress among people with Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in Nepal. Using a cross-sectional design, we collected data from 481 pa…
View article: Distribution and determinants of healthcare costs for self-care behaviours among patients with type 2 diabetes across low-resource communities in Nepal
Distribution and determinants of healthcare costs for self-care behaviours among patients with type 2 diabetes across low-resource communities in Nepal Open
Background Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a global public health problem, imposing significant financial burden on its’ management and care. Patients’ self-care behaviours can help to reduce the financial burden on healthcare resources…
View article: Exploring ways to support patients with noncommunicable diseases: A pilot study in Nepal during the COVID-19 pandemic
Exploring ways to support patients with noncommunicable diseases: A pilot study in Nepal during the COVID-19 pandemic Open
Global healthcare systems have faced unprecedented strain due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with a profound impact on individuals with non-communicable diseases (NCDs), a scenario particularly pronounced in low-income countries like Nepal. Thi…
View article: Use of Health Care Services and Its Associated Factors Among People With Type 2 Diabetes in Nepal
Use of Health Care Services and Its Associated Factors Among People With Type 2 Diabetes in Nepal Open
This study aimed to assess the utilization of health care services and its associated factors among people with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in Nepal. Data on the utilization of health care services were assessed in 481 adults aged 30 t…
View article: Living at the Fence – Navigating Complexities While Settling in New Country: Lived Experiences of South Sudanese Refugees in Australia
Living at the Fence – Navigating Complexities While Settling in New Country: Lived Experiences of South Sudanese Refugees in Australia Open
Australia welcomes significant numbers of humanitarian arrivals every year. Over 24,000 South Sudanese have come to Australia in the last two decades, and most faced difficulties during the settlement process. The aim of this study was to …
View article: Correction: Changes in inequality of childhood morbidity in Bangladesh 1993–2014: A decomposition analysis
Correction: Changes in inequality of childhood morbidity in Bangladesh 1993–2014: A decomposition analysis Open
[This corrects the article DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0218515.].
View article: A qualitative study to understand drivers of psychoactive substance use among Nepalese youth
A qualitative study to understand drivers of psychoactive substance use among Nepalese youth Open
Background Psychoactive substance use among youth is an emerging public health issue in Nepal. This exploratory study aimed to better understand the drivers of psychoactive substance use among Nepalese youth in Rupandehi district of Nepal.…
View article: Cultural Identity as a Determinant of Health among South Sudanese in Sydney, Australia
Cultural Identity as a Determinant of Health among South Sudanese in Sydney, Australia Open
Background. The issue of identity has been widely explored among migrant populations in western countries in the context of cultural integrations and acculturations. However, there is less evidence on identity as a determinant of health an…
View article: Depression and health-related quality of life of patients with type 2 diabetes attending tertiary level hospitals in Dhaka, Bangladesh
Depression and health-related quality of life of patients with type 2 diabetes attending tertiary level hospitals in Dhaka, Bangladesh Open
Introduction Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and depression are closely linked. People with T2DM are at increased risk of developing depression and vice versa. T2DM and depression comorbid conditions adversely affect Health-Related Quality…
View article: The effect of health behavior interventions to manage Type 2 diabetes on the quality of life in low-and middle-income countries: A systematic review and meta-analysis
The effect of health behavior interventions to manage Type 2 diabetes on the quality of life in low-and middle-income countries: A systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Background Behavioral interventions targeted at managing Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) may have a positive effect on quality of life (QOL). Limited reviews have synthesized this effect in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This re…
View article: Estimating the Health Care Expenditure to Manage and Care for Type 2 Diabetes in Nepal: A Patient Perspective
Estimating the Health Care Expenditure to Manage and Care for Type 2 Diabetes in Nepal: A Patient Perspective Open
Background. This study aimed to estimate the health care expenditure for managing type 2 diabetes (T2D) in the community setting of Nepal. Methods. This is a baseline cross-sectional study of a heath behavior intervention that was conducte…