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View article: Feasibility and acceptability of research-grade wearables for health and labor capacity monitoring in the context of climate change and heat stress: The case of Nouna, Burkina Faso
Feasibility and acceptability of research-grade wearables for health and labor capacity monitoring in the context of climate change and heat stress: The case of Nouna, Burkina Faso Open
Current climate projections estimate a further rise of mean ambient temperatures of 1.5°C until 2040. However, the understanding of heat stress’s impact on health and labor capacity, especially in vulnerable regions such as sub-Saharan Afr…
View article: Mental health priorities and challenges in Zambia: A scoping study
Mental health priorities and challenges in Zambia: A scoping study Open
Background The design and delivery of safe and effective mental healthcare requires data on local needs and priorities. The aim of this scoping review is to provide background information on the prevalence of mental health conditions and l…
View article: Burden of heat stress on residual work capacity among farmers living with chronic HIV in Siaya county, Kenya: a longitudinal observational study protocol
Burden of heat stress on residual work capacity among farmers living with chronic HIV in Siaya county, Kenya: a longitudinal observational study protocol Open
View article: Acceptability of cool roofs: a qualitative study in Nouna, Burkina Faso
Acceptability of cool roofs: a qualitative study in Nouna, Burkina Faso Open
View article: Assessing heat exposure and its effects on farmer health, harvest yields, and nutrition: a study protocol for Burkina Faso and Kenya
Assessing heat exposure and its effects on farmer health, harvest yields, and nutrition: a study protocol for Burkina Faso and Kenya Open
Rising temperatures in Africa present an increasing threat to agricultural productivity and public health, particularly among subsistence farming communities reliant on rain-fed agriculture. Heat exposure can impair farmers' work capacity,…
View article: Wearable device monitoring of HIV health in the face of climate change and weather exposures: protocol for a mixed-methods study
Wearable device monitoring of HIV health in the face of climate change and weather exposures: protocol for a mixed-methods study Open
Introduction Climate change and HIV are interconnected epidemics that increase vulnerability in people living with HIV (PLWH), particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. Despite their public health significance, research on the synergistic effect…
View article: Acceptability and feasibility of research grade wearables for monitoring heat stress in Kenyan farmers
Acceptability and feasibility of research grade wearables for monitoring heat stress in Kenyan farmers Open
View article: Adhesion of cool roof coatings to mudbrick and corrugated metal roofs: manual peel adhesion testing
Adhesion of cool roof coatings to mudbrick and corrugated metal roofs: manual peel adhesion testing Open
View article: Community-based heat adaptation interventions for improving heat literacy, behaviours, and health outcomes: a systematic review
Community-based heat adaptation interventions for improving heat literacy, behaviours, and health outcomes: a systematic review Open
Anthropogenic climate change, resulting in a continuous rise of global temperature, has detrimental effects on human health, particularly among vulnerable populations, such as individuals with low income, older adults, and people with pre-…
View article: Global, regional, and national burden of household air pollution, 1990–2021: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
Global, regional, and national burden of household air pollution, 1990–2021: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021 Open
View article: Changing life expectancy in European countries 1990–2021: a subanalysis of causes and risk factors from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
Changing life expectancy in European countries 1990–2021: a subanalysis of causes and risk factors from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021 Open
Gates Foundation.
View article: Laboratory comparison of consumer-grade and research-established wearables for monitoring heart rate, body temperature, and physical acitivity in sub-Saharan Africa
Laboratory comparison of consumer-grade and research-established wearables for monitoring heart rate, body temperature, and physical acitivity in sub-Saharan Africa Open
Background Consumer-grade wearables are becoming increasingly popular in research and in clinical contexts. These technologies hold significant promise for advancing digital medicine, particularly in remote and rural areas in low-income se…
View article: Monitoring Heat-Stress in Kenyan Farmers: Acceptability and Feasibility of Research-Grade Wearables
Monitoring Heat-Stress in Kenyan Farmers: Acceptability and Feasibility of Research-Grade Wearables Open
Sub-Saharan Africa is experiencing increased heat events due to climate change, affecting health and productivity. Wearable technology, though promising for monitoring these impacts, is underexplored in this region. This pilot study assess…
View article: Understanding the Risk Factors, Burden, and Interventions for Chronic Respiratory Diseases in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Scoping Review
Understanding the Risk Factors, Burden, and Interventions for Chronic Respiratory Diseases in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Scoping Review Open
Objective This scoping review aims to identify risk factors for COPD and asthma, examine the burden and intervention measures, and clarify the findings in the context of climate change, with a particular focus on LMICs. Methods Following t…
View article: The state of health in the European Union (EU-27) in 2019: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease study 2019
The state of health in the European Union (EU-27) in 2019: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease study 2019 Open
View article: Heat literacy and adaptation among semi-rural community in Malaysia
Heat literacy and adaptation among semi-rural community in Malaysia Open
Monash University Malaysia and Heidelberg Institute of Global Health, Heidelberg University.
View article: Assessment of Heat Exposure and Health Outcomes in Rural Populations of Western Kenya by Using Wearable Devices: Observational Case Study
Assessment of Heat Exposure and Health Outcomes in Rural Populations of Western Kenya by Using Wearable Devices: Observational Case Study Open
Background Climate change increasingly impacts health, particularly of rural populations in sub-Saharan Africa due to their limited resources for adaptation. Understanding these impacts remains a challenge, as continuous monitoring of vita…
View article: The effects of cool roofs on health, environmental, and economic outcomes in rural Africa: study protocol for a community-based cluster randomized controlled trial
The effects of cool roofs on health, environmental, and economic outcomes in rural Africa: study protocol for a community-based cluster randomized controlled trial Open
Background High ambient air temperatures in Africa pose significant health and behavioral challenges in populations with limited access to cooling adaptations. The built environment can exacerbate heat exposure, making passive home cooling…
View article: The Global Burden of Diseases Attributable to Climate Change: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
The Global Burden of Diseases Attributable to Climate Change: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
View article: Developing Climate Change and Health Impact Monitoring with eHealth at the South East Asia Community Observatory and Health and Demographic Surveillance Site, Malaysia (CHIMES)
Developing Climate Change and Health Impact Monitoring with eHealth at the South East Asia Community Observatory and Health and Demographic Surveillance Site, Malaysia (CHIMES) Open
Background Malaysia is projected to experience an increase in heat, rainfall, rainfall variability, dry spells, thunderstorms, and high winds due to climate change. This may lead to a rise in heat-related mortality, reduced nutritional sec…
View article: Evaluating the impact of short animated videos on COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy: An online randomized controlled trial
Evaluating the impact of short animated videos on COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy: An online randomized controlled trial Open
View article: Assessment of Heat Exposure and Health Outcomes in Rural Populations of Western Kenya by Using Wearable Devices: Observational Case Study (Preprint)
Assessment of Heat Exposure and Health Outcomes in Rural Populations of Western Kenya by Using Wearable Devices: Observational Case Study (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Climate change increasingly impacts health, particularly of rural populations in sub-Saharan Africa due to their limited resources for adaptation. Understanding these impacts remains a challenge, as continuous monitoring of vit…
View article: Assessing the Effect of Extreme Weather on Population Health Using Consumer-Grade Wearables in Rural Burkina Faso: Observational Panel Study
Assessing the Effect of Extreme Weather on Population Health Using Consumer-Grade Wearables in Rural Burkina Faso: Observational Panel Study Open
Background Extreme weather, including heat and extreme rainfall, is projected to increase owing to climate change, which can have adverse impacts on human health. In particular, rural populations in sub-Saharan Africa are at risk because o…
View article: Education and Training Adaptations for Health Workers during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Scoping Review of Lessons Learned and Innovations
Education and Training Adaptations for Health Workers during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Scoping Review of Lessons Learned and Innovations Open
Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has considerably impacted the clinical education and training of health workers globally, causing severe disruptions to learning environments in healthcare facilities and limiting the acquisition of new …
View article: The effects of climate change-induced flooding on harvest failure in Burkina Faso: case study
The effects of climate change-induced flooding on harvest failure in Burkina Faso: case study Open
Background Climate change leads to more frequent and severe extreme weather events including floods, heatwaves, heavy rainfalls, and droughts. In contrast to the majority of research on weather extremes in sub-Saharan Africa, which focus p…
View article: Comprehensive Ontology of Fibroproliferative Diseases: Protocol for a Semantic Technology Study
Comprehensive Ontology of Fibroproliferative Diseases: Protocol for a Semantic Technology Study Open
Background Fibroproliferative or fibrotic diseases (FDs), which represent a significant proportion of age-related pathologies and account for over 40% of mortality in developed nations, are often underrepresented in focused research. Typic…
View article: Evaluating the Effectiveness of Interactive Virtual Patients for Medical Education in Zambia: Randomized Controlled Trial
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Interactive Virtual Patients for Medical Education in Zambia: Randomized Controlled Trial Open
Background Zambia is facing a severe shortage of health care workers, particularly in rural areas. Innovative educational programs and infrastructure have been established to bridge this gap; however, they encounter substantial challenges …
View article: Widening the lens of population-based health research to climate change impacts and adaptation: the climate change and health evaluation and response system (CHEERS)
Widening the lens of population-based health research to climate change impacts and adaptation: the climate change and health evaluation and response system (CHEERS) Open
Background Climate change significantly impacts health in low-and middle-income countries (LMICs), exacerbating vulnerabilities. Comprehensive data for evidence-based research and decision-making is crucial but scarce. Health and Demograph…
View article: Comprehensive Ontology of Fibroproliferative Diseases: Protocol for a Semantic Technology Study (Preprint)
Comprehensive Ontology of Fibroproliferative Diseases: Protocol for a Semantic Technology Study (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Fibroproliferative or fibrotic diseases (FDs), which represent a significant proportion of age-related pathologies and account for over 40% of mortality in developed nations, are often underrepresented in focused research. Typi…
View article: Assessing the Effect of Extreme Weather on Population Health Using Consumer-Grade Wearables in Rural Burkina Faso: Observational Panel Study (Preprint)
Assessing the Effect of Extreme Weather on Population Health Using Consumer-Grade Wearables in Rural Burkina Faso: Observational Panel Study (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Extreme weather, including heat and extreme rainfall, is projected to increase owing to climate change, which can have adverse impacts on human health. In particular, rural populations in sub-Saharan Africa are at risk because …