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View article: Risk factors and control of Opisthorchis viverrini in the Lower Mekong Basin: A systematic review
Risk factors and control of Opisthorchis viverrini in the Lower Mekong Basin: A systematic review Open
Background Opisthorchis viverrini (OV) is a major public health concern in the Lower Mekong Basin. This study aimed to synthesize all field-based empirical research examining risk factors and control strategies for OV in the Lower Mekong B…
View article: Spatiotemporal patterns of asthma in Bhutan: a Bayesian analysis
Spatiotemporal patterns of asthma in Bhutan: a Bayesian analysis Open
Introduction Asthma is a chronic respiratory disorder requiring ongoing medical management. This ecological study investigated the spatial and temporal patterns of notification rates for asthma from clinic visits and hospital discharges an…
View article: Temporal variations and spatial clusters of diarrheal diseases before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in Jakarta province, Indonesia
Temporal variations and spatial clusters of diarrheal diseases before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in Jakarta province, Indonesia Open
Several sub-districts demonstrated disease clusters which indicate the area has a significantly higher risk. In addition, climatic factors were associated with diarrheal incidence. Interventions such as environmental and climatic adaptatio…
View article: A systematic review and meta-analysis of Plasmodium infections and erythrocyte sedimentation rate in relation to disease severity
A systematic review and meta-analysis of Plasmodium infections and erythrocyte sedimentation rate in relation to disease severity Open
The findings of this study indicate that elevated ESR is frequently reported in malaria patients and may be more pronounced in severe cases. However, the very high between-study heterogeneity and the presence of publication bias limit conf…
View article: Monkeypox in South Asia: a systematic review
Monkeypox in South Asia: a systematic review Open
Monkeypox (Mpox) has emerged as a significant public health concern globally and in South Asia. Therefore, this systematic review aimed to provide a synthesis of the epidemiological pattern, clinical features, disease severity, and mitigat…
View article: Prevalence and Epidemiological Patterns of Enterobius vermicularis Infection in Thailand: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Prevalence and Epidemiological Patterns of Enterobius vermicularis Infection in Thailand: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
Background: Enterobiasis, caused by Enterobius vermicularis, is recognized as a common intestinal helminthiasis worldwide. Despite multiple surveys in Thailand, no pooled synthesis at the country level has been carried out to evaluate prev…
View article: Role of village health worker in control activities for malaria elimination efforts: A systematic review
Role of village health worker in control activities for malaria elimination efforts: A systematic review Open
VHWs engaged in a number of malaria control activities in a hard-to-reach areas. They were primarily involved in routine control of malaria and were not regularly engaged in malaria elimination activities. As more countries are pursuing th…
View article: Individual-level and community-level factors for 10-year cardiovascular disease risk in Ethiopia: a retrospective, population-based, cross-sectional, observational study
Individual-level and community-level factors for 10-year cardiovascular disease risk in Ethiopia: a retrospective, population-based, cross-sectional, observational study Open
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View article: Access to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) facilities and key influencing factors in coastal households, Bangladesh
Access to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) facilities and key influencing factors in coastal households, Bangladesh Open
This study assessed the accessibility and determinants of water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) facilities in Bangladesh's climate-sensitive coastal region, which is highly vulnerable to sea-level rise, salinity intrusion and extreme weath…
View article: Variations in ten-year cardiovascular disease risk and determinants in five countries
Variations in ten-year cardiovascular disease risk and determinants in five countries Open
Background This study assessed ten-year cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk and its determinants in five countries using the World Health Organization (WHO) STEPwise approach to non-communicable disease (NCD) risk factor surveillance (STEPS)…
View article: Variations in ten-year cardiovascular disease risk and determinants in five countries
Variations in ten-year cardiovascular disease risk and determinants in five countries Open
Background This study assessed ten-year cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk and its determinants in five countries using the World Health Organization (WHO) STEPwise approach to non-communicable disease (NCD) risk factor surveillance (STEPS)…
View article: Disparities in primary cardiovascular risks and social determinants: multilevel analysis of national surveys
Disparities in primary cardiovascular risks and social determinants: multilevel analysis of national surveys Open
Inequalities in social determinants hinder effective CVD risk prevention. Therefore, this study aimed to quantify ten-year CVD risk in Brunei Darussalam and Iraq and identify associated individual- and community-level factors to improve ta…
View article: Prevalence and Determinants of Household Food Insecurity in the Coastal Regions, Bangladesh
Prevalence and Determinants of Household Food Insecurity in the Coastal Regions, Bangladesh Open
This study investigates the prevalence and key risk factors of household food insecurity in the climate‐vulnerable coastal regions of Bangladesh. Primary data were collected through a cross‐sectional survey in three coastal districts, prov…
View article: Evidence of pathogens associated with travelers’ diarrhea in Thailand: a systematic review
Evidence of pathogens associated with travelers’ diarrhea in Thailand: a systematic review Open
Background Thailand, a major tourist destination, exhibits variations in sanitation and food safety practices that can lead to cases of travelers’ diarrhea (TD) caused by a plethora of pathogens. This systematic review synthesizes data on …
View article: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of MIP-1α and MIP-1β Chemokines in Malaria in Relation to Disease Severity
A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of MIP-1α and MIP-1β Chemokines in Malaria in Relation to Disease Severity Open
Background and Objectives: Macrophage inflammatory protein-1α (MIP-1α) and MIP-1β act as signaling molecules that recruit immune cells to sites of infection and inflammation. This study aimed to synthesize evidence on blood levels of MIP-1…
View article: Traditional practices versus modern healthcare: Determinants of traditional medicine use after potential dog bites among dog-owning households in Nigeria
Traditional practices versus modern healthcare: Determinants of traditional medicine use after potential dog bites among dog-owning households in Nigeria Open
Canine rabies is endemic in Nigeria, with a low dog vaccination rate. Often, dog bite victims resort to traditional remedies, which can lead to fatalities. Our study investigated factors influencing decisions to seek traditional remedies i…
View article: Mapping malaria in Thailand: A Bayesian spatio‐temporal analysis of national surveillance data
Mapping malaria in Thailand: A Bayesian spatio‐temporal analysis of national surveillance data Open
Objectives Malaria, caused by protozoan parasites of the genus Plasmodium , remains prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions. This study employed Bayesian spatio‐temporal analysis to assess malaria incidence patterns and identify envi…
View article: Discrimination and calibration performances of non-laboratory-based and laboratory-based cardiovascular risk predictions: a systematic review
Discrimination and calibration performances of non-laboratory-based and laboratory-based cardiovascular risk predictions: a systematic review Open
Background and objective This review compares non-laboratory-based and laboratory-based cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk prediction equations in populations targeted for primary prevention. Design Systematic review. Methods We searched fi…
View article: Prevalence and subtype distribution of <i>Blastocystis</i> infections among community participants in Thailand: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Prevalence and subtype distribution of <i>Blastocystis</i> infections among community participants in Thailand: a systematic review and meta-analysis Open
A comprehensive understanding of the prevalence and subtype distribution of Blastocystis infections among community participants in Thailand is essential to inform targeted public health interventions. This systematic review and meta-analy…
View article: A study protocol for a multi-country cluster randomized controlled trial of the impact of a multi-component One Health strategy to eliminate Opisthorchis viverrini and soil transmitted helminths in the Lower Mekong Basin
A study protocol for a multi-country cluster randomized controlled trial of the impact of a multi-component One Health strategy to eliminate Opisthorchis viverrini and soil transmitted helminths in the Lower Mekong Basin Open
Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (ANZCTR): ACTRN12622000353796. Prospectively registered 28 February 2022.
View article: Factors affecting the level of medication adherence to anti-diabetic treatment: A multi- center cross-sectional study in Eastern Bhutan
Factors affecting the level of medication adherence to anti-diabetic treatment: A multi- center cross-sectional study in Eastern Bhutan Open
Background: Worldwide, Diabetes Mellitus affects millions of people. It is a chronic and progressive disease requiring a long-term treatment plan, adherence to which becomes extremely challenging. Globally, there is a poor level of medicat…
View article: Examining the Acceptability of Helminth Education Packages “Magic Glasses Lower Mekong” and “Magic Glasses Opisthorchiasis” and Their Impact on Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Among Schoolchildren in the Lower Mekong Basin: Protocol for a Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial
Examining the Acceptability of Helminth Education Packages “Magic Glasses Lower Mekong” and “Magic Glasses Opisthorchiasis” and Their Impact on Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Among Schoolchildren in the Lower Mekong Basin: Protocol for a Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial Open
Background Helminths are a major global health issue, impacting health, educational, and socioeconomic outcomes. Infections, often starting in childhood, are linked to anemia, malnutrition, cognitive deficit, and in chronic cases of Opisth…
View article: Bayesian spatio-temporal analysis of dengue transmission in Lao PDR
Bayesian spatio-temporal analysis of dengue transmission in Lao PDR Open
Dengue, a zoonotic viral disease transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, poses a significant public health concern throughout the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR). This study aimed to describe spatial–temporal patterns and quantify the …
View article: Bayesian spatio-temporal modelling of environmental, climatic, and socio-economic influences on malaria in Central Vietnam
Bayesian spatio-temporal modelling of environmental, climatic, and socio-economic influences on malaria in Central Vietnam Open
Background Despite the successful efforts in controlling malaria in Vietnam, the disease remains a significant health concern, particularly in Central Vietnam. This study aimed to assess correlations between environmental, climatic, and so…
View article: A systematic review and meta-analysis of cortisol levels in Plasmodium infections
A systematic review and meta-analysis of cortisol levels in Plasmodium infections Open
Malaria has complex interactions with host physiology, including alterations in cortisol levels. Cortisol, a key hormone in the stress response, is known to be dysregulated in various infectious diseases. This systematic review and meta-an…