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View article: COVID-19 and Its Ophthalmic Manifestations: A Literature Review
COVID-19 and Its Ophthalmic Manifestations: A Literature Review Open
Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is a novel coronavirus discovered in late 2019 in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. The virus has now developed into a full-scale global pandemic affecting hundreds of millions of pe…
View article: The Immokalee Health Project: Examining health-related knowledge level and health-specific self- efficacy among Haitians in Immokalee, Florida
The Immokalee Health Project: Examining health-related knowledge level and health-specific self- efficacy among Haitians in Immokalee, Florida Open
Objective To examine health-related knowledge levels and health-specific self-efficacy among Haitians in Immokalee, Florida. Methods Eight community-based health events consisting of an hour-long interactive health education sessions were …
View article: Laboratory and Point-of-Care Testing for COVID-19: A Review of Recent Developments
Laboratory and Point-of-Care Testing for COVID-19: A Review of Recent Developments Open
With the emergence of Coronavirus infection called COVID-19, testing is essential for containment and mitigation purposes. In a pandemic, control is essential to limit the spread of any virus. Initially, contact tracing was not available w…
View article: Correlation Between Body Mass Index and Depression/Depression-Like Symptoms Among Different Genders and Races
Correlation Between Body Mass Index and Depression/Depression-Like Symptoms Among Different Genders and Races Open
Background While being overweight is a risk factor for hyperlipidemia, type 2 diabetes, cancer, and heart disease, it can also be a risk factor for depression and vice versa. In this study, we aimed to evaluate the relationship between bod…
View article: A comprehensive review of SARS-CoV-2 vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna & Johnson & Johnson
A comprehensive review of SARS-CoV-2 vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna & Johnson & Johnson Open
The novel coronavirus outbreak was declared a pandemic in March 2020. We are reviewing the COVID-19 vaccines authorized for use in the United States by discussing the mechanisms of action, administration, side effects, and efficacy of vacc…
View article: Perception of Overall Health, Weight Status, and Gaining Weight in Relationship With Self-Reported BMI Among High School Students
Perception of Overall Health, Weight Status, and Gaining Weight in Relationship With Self-Reported BMI Among High School Students Open
The results of this study provide the framework for understanding the differences in how male and female high school students perceive their health, weight status, and weight gain in relation to BMI. Inaccurate perception of one's weight s…
View article: Assessment of the Effects of Occluding Pairs of Teeth on Oral Health-related Quality of Life among Dialysis Patients
Assessment of the Effects of Occluding Pairs of Teeth on Oral Health-related Quality of Life among Dialysis Patients Open
While treatment and management of oral health problems in dialysis patients are complicated by the presence of co-morbidities, age-related changes in the mouth, and issues of access to dental care, identification, repair, or replacement of…
View article: Assessment of Self-Reported Mental Health and Acculturation Stress Among Foreign-Born and U.S.-Born Latinos in Immokalee, Florida: A Pilot Study
Assessment of Self-Reported Mental Health and Acculturation Stress Among Foreign-Born and U.S.-Born Latinos in Immokalee, Florida: A Pilot Study Open
The population of Immokalee in Southwest Florida is 75% Latinos, with nearly half being foreign-born. Several documented stressors contribute to poor mental health among Latinos. However, little is known about Latinos’ mental health in thi…
View article: Results from brief educational intervention and health screenings: A community health study of Latinos in Southwest Florida
Results from brief educational intervention and health screenings: A community health study of Latinos in Southwest Florida Open
The study highlights undiagnosed diabetes and hypertension in Latinos and more Latino males than females to have hypertension and hypercholesterolemia. Latinos' vulnerability to chronic diseases and associated complications is further conf…
View article: Assessment of the Effect of Oral Health on Quality of Life and Oral-Health Indicators among ESRD Patients in Southwest Florida: A Pilot Study
Assessment of the Effect of Oral Health on Quality of Life and Oral-Health Indicators among ESRD Patients in Southwest Florida: A Pilot Study Open
Purpose . To determine and compare OHRQoL (oral-health-related quality of life) using the Geriatric Oral Health Assessment Index (GOHAI-12) and Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14) among patients receiving hemodialysis (HD). Methods . Face…
View article: Patterns of oral hygiene behaviors, daily habits, and caries prevalence in India and dominican republic: A comparative study.
Patterns of oral hygiene behaviors, daily habits, and caries prevalence in India and dominican republic: A comparative study. Open
Oral health practices varied considerably between rural populations in these two countries. Caries prevalence was significantly higher in Dominicans despite higher consumption of tobacco and lesser use of toothbrush among rural Indians in …
View article: Sociodemographic Correlates of Tobacco Consumption in Rural Gujarat, India
Sociodemographic Correlates of Tobacco Consumption in Rural Gujarat, India Open
Background. The purpose of this study was to examine occupation-, education-, and gender-specific patterns of tobacco use and knowledge of its health effects among 23,953 rural Asian Indians ≥18 years in Gujarat. Methodology. A statewide, …
View article: Prevalence of dental caries, patterns of oral hygiene behaviors, and daily habits in rural central India: A cross-sectional study
Prevalence of dental caries, patterns of oral hygiene behaviors, and daily habits in rural central India: A cross-sectional study Open
Introduction: Dental caries is seen across all age groups and in all populations. Several sociobehavioral factors existing in a broader cultural and environmental context can affect caries prevalence. Aims: To determine the prevalence and …