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39 publications
- Download Acceptability of Student Supported Online Hypertension Education,
Acceptability of Student Supported Online Hypertension Education
Assess willingness to use an online hypertension education programme supported by university students. Student involvement may help extend education, with additional work needed to engage patients directly.
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- Download Accuracy of Self Reported Sickle Cell Status in Jamaica,
Accuracy of Self Reported Sickle Cell Status in Jamaica
Assess agreement between self-reported sickle cell status and laboratory results and examine sociodemographic differences. The authors highlighted expanded testing and education to improve knowledge of sickle cell status.
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- Download Adherence to Antiretroviral Therapy in Kingston and St Andrew,
Adherence to Antiretroviral Therapy in Kingston and St Andrew
Identify factors associated with adherence to HIV treatment. Adherence support should address patient circumstances, treatment experiences and access to services.
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- Download Adherence to Diabetes and Hypertension Medication in Kingston and St Andrew,
Adherence to Diabetes and Hypertension Medication in Kingston and St Andrew
Examine awareness, attitudes and practices associated with medication adherence. The authors highlighted daily routines and better communication about medication concerns.
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- Download AI Assisted Mapping of Chronic Disease Risk in Jamaica,
AI Assisted Mapping of Chronic Disease Risk in Jamaica
Develop a voice-enabled prototype that uses geographic information to map chronic disease risk. The study demonstrated a prototype for risk mapping using synthetic data.
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- Download Ambulance Readiness for Critical Care Transport in Jamaica,
Ambulance Readiness for Critical Care Transport in Jamaica
Assess whether ambulance services were equipped to transport critically ill patients. The authors called for stronger oversight and improved readiness for critical-care transport.
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- Download An AI Enabled Electronic Health Record Framework for the Caribbean,
An AI Enabled Electronic Health Record Framework for the Caribbean
Assess how a proposed electronic health record platform could support digital maturity. The framework describes a proposed route to digital integration and reports projected benefits.
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- Download Antimicrobial Activity of Malpighia glabra Leaf Extracts,
Antimicrobial Activity of Malpighia glabra Leaf Extracts
Evaluate the antibacterial and antifungal activity of leaf extracts from Malpighia glabra. The study provides preliminary laboratory evidence of activity against N. gonorrhoeae.
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- Download Arterial Stiffness and Stroke Risk in Jamaican Children With Sickle Cell Anaemia,
Arterial Stiffness and Stroke Risk in Jamaican Children With Sickle Cell Anaemia
Compare arterial stiffness between children classified at higher and lower stroke risk. Aortic pulse-wave velocity warrants further evaluation as a potential marker of stroke risk.
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- Download Barriers to Chronic Disease Management in Trinidad and Tobago,
Barriers to Chronic Disease Management in Trinidad and Tobago
Identify obstacles to managing hypertension and diabetes in underserved communities and primary care clinics. The authors proposed community health workers, mobile services, simpler treatment regimens and culturally tailored education.
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- Download Barriers to Hydroxyurea Use in Jamaican Children With Sickle Cell Disease,
Barriers to Hydroxyurea Use in Jamaican Children With Sickle Cell Disease
Identify barriers to hydroxyurea use among children with sickle cell disease. The authors proposed education for caregivers and clinicians to support informed use.
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- Download Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Delays in Western Jamaica,
Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Delays in Western Jamaica
Measure delays from symptom onset to treatment and identify contributing factors. The authors recommended faster referrals and stronger access to public diagnostic services.
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