Publications

5 publications

  1. Factors Associated With Severe Cannabis Problems in Jamaica

    Abstract · PDF, 63 KB

    Identify characteristics associated with severe cannabis problems among chronic users. The authors highlighted early prevention and expanded access to treatment.

    Keywords: cannabis useJamaicascreening

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  2. Frequency of High Salt Food Consumption in Jamaica

    Abstract · PDF, 63 KB

    Estimate how often adults consume high-salt foods and identify associated characteristics. The authors identified younger adults as one audience for sodium-reduction efforts.

    Keywords: food frequencyJamaicasalt consumption

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  3. Mosquito Diversity Across Four Habitats in Jamaica

    Abstract · PDF, 63 KB

    Characterise mosquito diversity and distribution across Jamaican habitats. Habitat-specific surveillance can help guide vector control.

    Keywords: Jamaicamosquito surveillancespecies diversity

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  4. Retention in HIV Care at Public Treatment Sites in Jamaica

    Abstract · PDF, 64 KB

    Characterise retention in HIV care at public treatment sites and identify associated factors. The authors identified younger adults, men and people receiving care outside their parish as priorities for retention efforts.

    Keywords: HIVJamaicaloss to follow-upretention in care

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  5. Suicide Mortality Trends in Jamaica From 2010 to 2019

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    Describe changes in suicide mortality and the demographic characteristics of those who died. The authors identified men and younger adults as priorities for national suicide prevention.

    Keywords: age-adjusted incidenceJamaicasuicide mortality

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