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Building citizen science intelligence for outbreak preparedness and response: a mixed-method study in nine countries to assess knowledge, readiness and feasibility
Citizen science (CS) is an emerging approach in public health to harness the collective intelligence of individuals to augment traditional scientific efforts. However, citizens’ viewpoint, especially the hard-to-reach population, is lacking in current outbreak-related literature. We aim to understand the awareness, readiness and feasibility of outbreak-related CS, including digitally enabled CS, in low-income and middle-income countries. Read More >>>
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The Prevalence of Onchocerciasis-Associated Epilepsy in Mundri West and East Counties, South Sudan: A Door-to-Door Survey
A two-phase survey of epilepsy was conducted in selected villages in Mundri West and East Counties (26 June–8 July, 2021), an onchocerciasis-endemic area in Western Equatoria State in South Sudan. In the first phase, households were visited by a trained research team to identify persons suspected to have epilepsy. In the second phase, persons suspected to have epilepsy were interviewed and examined by a clinician to confirm the diagnosis. Read More >>>
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The Role of the Maridi Dam in Causing an Onchocerciasis-Associated Epilepsy Epidemic in Maridi, South Sudan: An Epidemiological, Sociological, and Entomological Study
An epilepsy prevalence of 4.4% was documented in onchocerciasis-endemic villages close to the Maridi River in South Sudan. We investigated the role of the Maridi dam in causing an onchocerciasis-associated epilepsy epidemic in these villages Read more >>>
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Epilepsy-related stigma and cost in two onchocerciasis-endemic areas in South Sudan: A pilot descriptive study
Epilepsy is a major public health concern in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in resource-limited rural villages where persons with epilepsy (PWE) are often confronted with a wide treatment gap, frequent stigma and high cost of epilepsy care.The study investigated stigma and economic cost related to epilepsy in the states of Maridi and Amadi in South Sudan, two onchocerciasis endemic areas with high epilepsy prevalence. Read more >>>
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Insights of Healthcare Workers and Community Members on Mental Health Perception and Practices in Meru County, Kenya
ntal health is a neglected field in many low and middle-income countries, such as Kenya, where information on the prevalence of mental health conditions is scarce. This problem is aggravated by an uneven distribution of mental health service providers and widespread ignorance and stigma around mental illness in the general population. The study in Meru County, Kenya, aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of healthcare workers and community members regarding mental health. Read More >>>
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Factors Influencing the Transition from Training to Clinical Practice by Occupational Therapy Graduates from Kenya Medical Training College
The aim of the study was to identify the factors influencing the transition from training to clinical practice of Occupational Therapy graduates from Kenya Medical Training College. Specifically, the study sought to assess the preparedness towards work roles, establish the influence of preceptors on transition to practice and to determine the influence of Occupational Therapy work practices on the transition to practice by the graduates Read More >>>
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Multisystemic Resilience and Psychosocial Wellbeing among Older Refugees: A Systematic Review with Implications for Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)
Older refugees face poorer mental and emotional health outcomes than younger counterparts, yet little is known about how to strengthen their psychosocial resilience in postmigration settings. This systematic review analyzed 23 studies published between 1991 and 2022 using a multisystemic resilience lens, revealing that protective factors vary widely depending on migration context, sociocultural background, and available resources. The findings underscore the need for interdisciplinary, multilevel research and culturally grounded mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) interventions tail
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Mental and sexual health outcomes associated with FGM/C in Africa: A systematic narrative synthesis
There is limited evidence on mental and sexual health outcomes and related interventions for women with Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) in Africa. This narrative synthesis reviewed 25 studies published between 2010 and 2022, revealing that most focused on sexual health issues such as pain, reduced desire, and arousal difficulties, while only four addressed mental health outcomes like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and sleep disorders. No studies examined combined interventions for both mental and sexual health. The findings highlight the urgent need to strengthen health systems by traini
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