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39 publications
- Download Intensive Care Bloodstream Infections Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic,
Intensive Care Bloodstream Infections Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Compare bacteraemia among intensive-care patients before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. The authors called for further study to determine what contributed to the observed differences.
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- Download Menstrual Symptoms and Mental Health in Women With Sickle Cell Disease,
Menstrual Symptoms and Mental Health in Women With Sickle Cell Disease
Examine whether heavy menstrual bleeding and menstrual pain are associated with risk of depression or anxiety. The authors highlighted mental health screening and multidisciplinary care for women with severe menstrual pain.
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- Download Midwifery and Gender Based Violence During Pregnancy in Jamaica,
Midwifery and Gender Based Violence During Pregnancy in Jamaica
Identify risk factors for gender-based violence in pregnancy and assess how midwives can support screening and intervention. The authors supported integrating screening into antenatal care and strengthening midwifery training.
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- Download Mosquito Diversity Across Four Habitats in Jamaica,
Mosquito Diversity Across Four Habitats in Jamaica
Characterise mosquito diversity and distribution across Jamaican habitats. Habitat-specific surveillance can help guide vector control.
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- Download Oral Health and Quality of Life Among Older Adults in Gujarat,
Oral Health and Quality of Life Among Older Adults in Gujarat
Examine the relationship between oral health and oral health-related quality of life. The findings support targeted prevention and treatment for older adults in the study area.
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- Download Paediatric Admissions for Intentional Assault in Jamaica,
Paediatric Admissions for Intentional Assault in Jamaica
Describe patterns of hospital admission for intentional physical or sexual assault among children aged 1–16. The preliminary patterns can help identify children who may benefit from targeted prevention and support.
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- Download Paediatric Systemic Lupus Erythematosus at a Jamaican Referral Hospital,
Paediatric Systemic Lupus Erythematosus at a Jamaican Referral Hospital
Describe presenting features, disease activity and outcomes among children with systemic lupus erythematosus. Major organ involvement was associated with greater disease severity at presentation.
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- Download Physical Activity Among Older Adults in Westmoreland Jamaica,
Physical Activity Among Older Adults in Westmoreland Jamaica
Assess adherence to activity recommendations and examine barriers and facilitators. The authors proposed supporting active transport and recreational opportunities for older people.
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- Download Psychological Distress Among Caribbean Emergency and Fire Personnel,
Psychological Distress Among Caribbean Emergency and Fire Personnel
Assess psychological distress and well-being by gender and frontline role. The authors called for mental health support tailored to emergency and fire personnel.
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- Download Retention in HIV Care at Public Treatment Sites in Jamaica,
Retention in HIV Care at Public Treatment Sites in Jamaica
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.
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- Download Salt Knowledge Attitudes and Practices Among Jamaican Adults,
Salt Knowledge Attitudes and Practices Among Jamaican Adults
Examine salt-related knowledge, attitudes and practices and their associations with social and clinical characteristics. The authors identified younger adults and people with less formal education as priorities for salt-reduction education.
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- Download Social Support and Cognitive Impairment Risk Among Older Jamaicans,
Social Support and Cognitive Impairment Risk Among Older Jamaicans
Examine whether social support differs by cognitive screening status among older community residents. The authors identified older adults with low screening scores as a priority for follow-up and community support.
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