Keynote Presentation (In-Person)
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6th Edition of
International Public Health Conference
March 15-17, 2027 | Singapore
IPHC 2025
Keynote Presentation (In-Person)
Mark Fullemann, Practice & Experience GmbH, Switzerland
Migration creates a lot of diversity. Key words are language, culture, value systems, skills, work and lifeexperience. Zero Harm to People, the vision of health and safety at work, on the other hand requires a lot of conformity: conform understanding of hazards, full co.... » Read More
Keynote Presentation (Virtual)
Yann A Meunier, International Institute of Medicine and Science, United States
After giving the goals and a brief overview his presentation and professional background relevant to the topic, the speaker will broach the following topics: the diseases and their etiology, the types of viruses, the new landscape for coronaviruses, the mode of contamin.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Jenn Lee, University of Pittsburgh, United States
Backgroud: Oral health disparities are particularly pronounced among immigrant populations and low-income families, highlighting the need for a comprehensive understanding of the social determinants of oral health. Despite changes over time, the issue remains severe. Th.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Title : Exploring barriers to immunisation in Te Taitokerau, the Northland Region of Aotearoa New Zealand
Chien ju Ting, Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand
This paper presents the preliminary findings of research that explored barriers and facilitators to childhood immunisation in Te Tai Tokerau, the Northland region of Aotearoa New Zealand. Immunisation here is free and is linked to the National Immunisation Schedule whic.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Dan Warren, Envita Medical Centers, United States
Lyme disease does not come with a list of specific symptoms. Depending on the part of the body affected by the Lyme-causing bacteria and the extent of its impact, patients may exhibit a wide variety of symptoms including, but not limited to, joint pain, chronic fatigue,.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Title : Economic impact of cancer care on tribal families in Meghalaya, India: A cross-sectional study
Redolen Rose Dhar, Manipal College of Health Professions, India
Introduction: Cancer is one of the leading causes of death globally, imposing a significant burden on healthcare systems, especially in low-income regions. Objective: This study investigates the economic burden of cancer on patients undergoing treatment at Civil Hospita.... » Read More
Poster Presentation (Virtual)
Title : Fentanyl overdose harm reduction intervention: A quasi-experimental study in Southern California
Neeraj Wadhwa, Department of Public Health, Los Angeles, United States
Fentanyl related deaths due to opioid overdoses amongst adolescents have been contributing to large increases in mortality rates within Los Angeles County. Based on the Theory of Planned Behavior, this study is designed to evaluate knowledge and attitudes that contribut.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Daniela Patricia Santos Costa, Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, Saudi Arabia
The increase number of patients with dementia, cancer, chronic disease and palliative care as been demonstrated by previous researches a Parallel growing of informal caregivers. The Zarit Burden Interview Arabic version was used to assess the level of burden experience .... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Michal J Plavsa, Ohio University, United States
Community Health Workers (CHWs) are trusted individuals who bridge communication gaps between community members and healthcare providers. CHWs perform a myriad of services within their scope of practice to promote the health and wellness of the communities they serve, i.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Bingxin Liu, Beijing 101 Middle School, China
Environmental temperature determined the microbial activity and metabolic function, which synchronous impact on the biodegradation efficiency to micro-polluted fluorocorticosteroids (FGCs) in natural surface water. While the influence degree of temperature fluctuations .... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Sumeet Dixit, Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences, India
Background/Introduction: Physical inactivity is a major global health issue, ranking as the fourth leading cause of mortality and contributing significantly to non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and obesity. Despite the known benefi.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Arvind Kumar Singh, Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences, India
Background: Marginalized population refers to groups of disadvantaged people that are socially excluded or ignored due to social factors like economic status, race, caste, disability and many more. Objectives: To investigate the health status, demographics, and healthca.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Chong Lu, Southwestern University of Finance and Economics, China
Relying on experimental data of 6,926 Chinese residents, we utilized the survey experiment method to estimate the effects of mate selection criteria on the residents' satisfaction with mate candidates. The results show that beauty, education, income, hukou of parents, a.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Ifeoma Elizabeth Dan-Ogosi, University of West England, United Kingdom
The evolving landscape of global public health, characterised by complex disease patterns and population health challenges, demands robust leadership development in higher education. This study explores the implementation and impact of transformative multicultural teach.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Ifeoma Elizabeth Dan-Ogosi, University of West England, United Kingdom
Purpose: This paper explores the role that participatory budgeting (PB) plays in enhancing emotional and social well-being through the commissioning, design, delivery of, and participation in a drama and theatre intervention in a deprived community in North London. Desi.... » Read More
Poster Presentation (Virtual)
Cindy Chen, Sam Houston State University, United States
COVID-19 vaccines have effectively mitigated the pandemic’s impact by reducing hospitalizations and deaths (Pfefferbaum & North, 2020; Polack et al., 2020). However, re-infection after full vaccination remains common, with the emergence of new variants (Levine-Tiefenbru.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Catherine Sieberhagen, Reach Digital Health, South Africa
The Young Africa Live (YAL) platform exemplifies the role of digital innovation in addressing critical public health challenges, particularly in sexual and reproductive health (SRH) and mental health among young people in South Africa. This hybrid platform integrates Wh.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Yahaya Shamsuddeen Suleiman, Katsina State Primary Healthcare Agency, Nigeria
Nigeria accounts for 28.5% of global maternal deaths. Achieving the maternal health-related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) requires a clear understanding of the causes of maternal death, particularly in Northern Nigeria, where routine reporting systems are lacking.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Humberto Lopez Castillo, University of Central Florida, United States
Background: Adults living with HIV (ALWH) are at an increased risk of cardiometabolic disease due to chronic inflammation, immune activation, and side effects of antiretroviral therapy (ART). The Colón C3 Study examines the cardiometabolic profile of 660 ALWH in .... » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Chiemi Fujii, Nursing Course of Kochi Medical School, Japan
As part of efforts to improve children's nutrition in low- and middle-income countries, the World Health Organization and other organizations recommend using moringa, whose leaves are rich in micronutrients. However, introducing new foods and incorporating them into reg.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Bukar Abba Zarami, Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI), Nigeria
Nigeria accounts for approximately 274,000 neonatal deaths annually, representing the world's second-highest burden, with most of these deaths being preventable. However, the current hospital-based reporting system fails to capture many of these events because they occu.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Title : Exploring barriers to immunisation in Te Tai Tokerau, the Northland Region of Aotearoa New Zealand
Ineke Crezee, Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand
This paper presents the preliminary findings of research that explored barriers and facilitators to childhood immunisation in Te Tai Tokerau, the Northland region of Aotearoa New Zealand. Immunisation here is free and is linked to the National Immunisation Schedule whic.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Yiwen Wang, Tsinghua University, China
"Emotional value" is a concept that has gained significant traction on the Chinese Internet in the post-pandemic era, becoming one of China's "Top Ten Buzzwords" in 2023. It refers to an individual's ability to convey and influence others' emotional states through words.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Hongying Liu, ClouDr Group Limited, China
The COVID-19 pandemic is a huge public health crisis in the 21st century. In addition to the acute symptoms, a considerable proportion of patients worldwide have suffered from post-COVID-19 syndrome, commonly known as Long COVID. The impact of Long COVID on individual a.... » Read More
Keynote Presentation (In-Person)
Malgorzata Mizgier, Poznan University of Physical Education, Poland
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrinopathy affecting reproductive-aged women, with impacts across the lifespan from adolescence to post-menopause. The quality of diet is very important in the prevention and treatment strategy PCOS. Any changes in.... » Read More
Keynote Presentation (Virtual)
Kenneth R Pelletier, University of California, United States
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Mathato Aumane, National University of Lesotho, Liberia
Background: Lesotho has the highest HIV prevalence of 25 % while maternal mortality is indicated to be 554 per 100 000 live births. Ministry of Health provides comprehensive primary health care services at the health centers. Therefore community, family and male inclusi.... » Read More
Keynote Presentation (In-Person)
Manfred Doepp, HolisticCenter, Switzerland
At present, we are experiencing increasingly frequent brain problems. These also have to do with coagulation disorders and reduced blood flow caused by Covid-19 viruses and their spike proteins. What is usually neglected are the problems caused by toxins in the mouth ar.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Yu Dong, Southeast University, China
Background: As one of the leading causes of death and disability, cardiovascular disease is mostly caused by coronary atherosclerosis. And the gut microbiota probably plays an important role in coronary atherosclerosis. This study aims to investigate the microbiota prof.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Benigna Gabriela Namara, Uganda National Institute of Public Health, Uganda
Background: Effective TB diagnosis is crucial for timely management and favorable treatment outcomes. In 2022, Uganda reported achieving 100% TB case detection but only 63% of notified cases were bacteriologically confirmed. TB diagnostic tests currently in use in the c.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Benigna Gabriela Namara, Uganda National Institute of Public Health, Uganda
Introduction: Bacillus cereus is a foodborne bacterial pathogen. Infection causes abdominal pain and diarrhoea; incubation is typically 4-16 hours. On July 20, 2023, Uganda Ministry of Health was notified of a suspected food poisoning outbreak at Nakanyonyi Secondary Sc.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Simran Bath, Farmington High School, United States
Millions of individuals from the Northern Triangle—Honduras, Guatemala, and El Salvador—lack access to quality healthcare, with many residents traveling for hours only to be denied appointments due to overcrowding. Public healthcare facilities that boast free or low-cos.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Clement Avoka, Ghana Health Service, Ghana
This presentation focuses on a comprehensive mapping of HIV-positive status awareness among key and vulnerable populations in Sub-Saharan Africa, an essential component in curbing the spread of HIV and achieving global health goals. In Sub-Saharan Africa, key population.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Michal J Plavsa, Ohio University, United States
Health literacy is a multifaceted concept that describes the ability to access, understand, and use health information to make informed decisions about one’s health . Low health literacy is associated with adverse health outcomes, increased healthcare costs, medication .... » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Title : From food deserts to stroke rates: How GIS can inform public health strategies in urban communities
Parth Sinojia, Rhodes College, United States
The "Stroke Belt" is an 11-state region in the southeastern United States known for its unusually high incidence of cardiovascular disease and strokes. Despite ongoing public health efforts, Memphis, a major city within this region, continues to struggle with a stroke r.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Rashmi Kumari, Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences, India
This study investigates the socio-demographic factors associated with poor glycemic control among type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients attending a tertiary healthcare facility. Identifying these factors is crucial for developing targeted interventions to improve dia.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Nan sun, Southwestern University of Finance and Economics, China
While many studies have found health advantages for migrants at the beginning of arrival, findings on changes in the health trajectories of migrants relative to natives have been mixed, and empirical evidence based on China is even more scarce, even though China experie.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Yue Yuan, Southwestern University of Finance and Economics, China
In developing countries such as China, internal migration poses significant challenges to public health and social integration, as migrants often experience profound intraindividual conflicts and transformations in identity. Despite its importance, the internal cognitiv.... » Read More
Keynote Presentation (Virtual)
Vijayan Gurumurthy Iyer, Techno-Economic- Environmental Study and Check Consultancy Services, India
The health impacts of projects, plans, programs, policies, or legislative actions should be considered in the decision-making process. Because of these concerns, an environmental health impact assessment (EHIA) process is proposed for public health. Public health can be.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Title : A comprehensive ARIMA-LSTM hybrid model for accurate covid-19 time series forecasting in Malaysia
Al Mahmud, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia
Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the need for accurate predictive models to inform public health interventions. Traditional models like Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average (ARIMA) model assume a linear relationship and constant error variance ove.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Esperanca Lourenco Alberto Mabandane Guimaraes, Instituto Nacional de Saude, Mozambique
In 2023, around 14.5 million children globally, had not received any routine vaccines, in 2023, mostly in LIC and LMIC. In Mozambique, immunization coverage in children aged 12 to 23 in 2023 was 38%, reflected in 750,000 zero-dose children. We aimed to analyze the level.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Mary Wambui Mathenge, Amref Health Africa in Kenya, Kenya
Background: The frontline health care workers play an important role in patient care and disease control during public health threats. They are exposed to pressure affecting their psychological state and mental wellness. The March April May (MAM) rains that happened in .... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Title : From hesitancy to demand: A case study of kenya's integrated approach to vaccination success
Sarah Kosgei, Amref Health Africa, Kenya
The COVID-19 pandemic has emphasized the urgent need to address vaccine hesitancy, particularly in underserved communities. This study examines the "Vaccine Wonder" campaign implemented in Nairobi and Kisii counties, Kenya, from November 2023 to December 2024. Funded by.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Nedyalka Valcheva, Vocational High School, Bulgaria
The aim of the present work is to isolate, identify and investigate the species of bacteria from healing, mountain and spring waters in the area of Paris, France, Rome, Italy, London, England, Busan, South Korea, Tokyo, Japan, Amsterdam, Holland, Vienna and in Bulgaria..... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Pauline Picho Keronyai, Nama Wellness Community centre (NAWEC), Uganda
In rural Uganda, where only 44% of births occur in health facilities and 25% of women experience depression, innovative approaches to healthcare delivery are crucial for achieving Universal Health Coverage. This presentation examines Nama Wellness Community Centre's (NA.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Delia Teresa, Dokuz Eylul University, Turkey
The magnitude of challenges facing public health today is daunting, as illustrated by the ambitious United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). For example, despite billions of dollars of investment, obesity, as a major contributor to leading Non-Communicabl.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Sonu Goel, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), India
Background: The tobacco industry, motivated by profit, employs deceptive strategies, especially in countries like India, to conceal health risks and exploit legal loopholes, hindering effective tobacco control measures. Understanding these tactics is crucial for policym.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-Person)
Sonu Goel, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), India
Background: Tobacco consumption remains a significant global public health challenge, causing over 8 million preventable deaths annually, with India bearing a substantial burden as second-largest producer and consumer of tobacco products. Despite robust tobacco control .... » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Title : Factors related to burnout amongst nurses at a private hospital in Johannesburg, South Africa
Ongeziwe Dyasi, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Background: Burnout is a syndrome that is understood as emanating from chronic workplace stressors that have not been managed successfully. Little is known about the causes of burnout among nurses in South Africa. Aim: The study aimed to determine the prevalence of burn.... » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Sabira Arefin, CEO Idmap.ai, United States
Given the world’s several healthcare systems have embraced the digital environment for service delivery, patient data confidentiality is now more vital. This abstract aims to discuss the importance and application of artificial intelligence (AI) in strengthening the sec.... » Read More
Title : Principles and standards for designing and managing intelligent and ethical health and social care ecosystems
Habil Bernd Blobel, University of Regensburg, Germany
Health and social care systems around the world undergo a transformation towards personalized, preventive, predictive, participative precision medicine (5PM), considering the individual health status, conditions, genetic and genomic dispositions in personal, social, occ.... » Read More
Title : Leveraging genAI and applied calculus for communicable disease control: Possible approaches for public health surveillance system in India
GV Fant, JSPH International, United States
Effectively managing a public health communicable disease surveillance system is a critical activity for safeguarding the public health of a population. This presentation focuses on equipping public health epidemiologists and decision-makers with the tools to understand.... » Read More
Title : Association of diabetes outcome and atrazine exposure among Pennsylvania counties, 2011-2019
Tia Warrick, Juniata College, United States
Background: Atrazine, a widely used herbicide, is recognized for its potential endocrine-disrupting effects, though its direct link to diabetes has not been extensively studied. Objectives: This study investigates the relationship between atrazine exposure and diabetes .... » Read More
Title : Novel anaemia therapy in chronic kidney disease: Expectations and myths of adverse drug reactions
Sara Maria Majernikova, University of Oxford, United Kingdom
Background: Renal anaemia remains a pervasive challenge among individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD), often being underdiagnosed and inadequately treated. The advent of hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl-hydroxylase inhibitors (HIF-PHIs) has introduced new therapeut.... » Read More
Title : The social burden of multiple sclerosis in Georgia: Examining quality of life and sociodemographic factors
Natalia Khutsishvili, The University of Georgia, Georgia
Background: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disorder that significantly impacts individuals' quality of life and imposes a substantial social burden on patients and society. Despite its global socioeconomic implications, limited research has focused on t.... » Read More
Title : Utilizing AI to optimize EMS response to acute mental illness and resulting ER resource allocation
Pierce wright, The Browning School, United States
Background: Typically emergency medical technicians(EMTs) are not equipped to handle calls related to mental health and substance abuse. This deficiency often necessitates the transport of these patients to emergency departments, a practice that not only strains public .... » Read More
Title : The interdisciplinary care for PCOS patients
Malgorzata Szczuko, Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin, Poland
PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) is a disease whose progression and consequences are largely modifiable and dependent on the approach of the patients, although there are many genetic determinants. Disorders of various metabolic pathways leading to disturbances in lipid,.... » Read More
Title : The number of steps taken as a buffer factor for stress in working people
Yuma Kajiwara, University of Tsukuba, Japan
Introduction: It has been reported that there are diverse individual differences in how stressors are perceived and how psychological reactions are manifested. This cannot be resolved by a single causal relationship between stressors and psychological reactions. It has .... » Read More
Title : Models of respite care and healthcare for the homeless in major U.S. cities
Parth Sinojia, Rhodes College, United States
Respite care, or medical recuperative care, provides temporary shelter, case management, and medical care for people experiencing homelessness (PEH) who are recovering from acute illness or injury but do not meet the criteria for hospitalization. PEH often face extended.... » Read More
Title : Impact of family structure on the health of farmers and herders on the Tibetan Plateau: A case study of Lhasa City, China
Fan Yang, Southwestern University of Finance and Economics, China
Due to long-term residence in unique geographical conditions of high altitude and cold climates, residents on the Tibetan Plateau face a higher likelihood of chronic illness and greater vulnerability to cardiovascular issues, with farmers and herders particularly at ris.... » Read More
Title : Trauma and infidelity: How infidelity may create trauma
Stephen Claude HYATT, CALM International, Singapore
This presentation, titled "Trauma and Infidelity: How Infidelity May Create Trauma," explores the intersection of infidelity and trauma, focusing on the traumatic impact that infidelity can have on women. The presentation begins by defining trauma and its various manife.... » Read More
Title : Assessing the awareness of adverse drug reaction reporting among Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) in Georgia
Nino Silagadze, The University of Georgia, Georgia
Introduction: Pharmacovigilance plays a vital role in public health, focusing on the detection, evaluation, and prevention of adverse drug reactions (ADRs). Despite its importance, the high prevalence of ADRs has increased morbidity and mortality rates globally. Improvi.... » Read More
Title : Comparative study on quality of life in patients with stable angina taking Trimetazidine or Ranolazine as add-on therapy
Atul Jain, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences, India
Background: Chronic stable angina is the most prevalent symptom of ischemic heart disease and its management is a priority. Trimetazidine and Ranolazine are recommended as add-on drugs to relieve angina in patients who are not controlled on conventional anti-anginal dru.... » Read More
Title : Collaborative empowerment strategies: The role of the health & fitness sector in managing global obesity
Bob Esquerre, Esquerre Fitness Group International, United States
The World Obesity Federation estimates that nearly one in five women and one in seven men will have obesity, with higher prevalence expected in low- and middle-income countries due to rapid urbanization and lifestyle changes. This epidemic necessitates urgent, globally .... » Read More
Title : Exploring the impact of parental guidance strategies on the risk of online grooming in children and adolescents
Chih Han Yang, Shu-Te University, Taiwan
The sexual abuse of children and adolescents is an increasingly severe social issue, with emerging internet technologies providing new opportunities for the proliferation of child pornography. Extensive research highlights the serious psychological impacts of online sex.... » Read More
Title : Facilitation strategies for improved use of an electronic immunization registry in Rwanda: An implementation research study
Thaoussi Uwera, University of Rwanda, Rwanda
Objective: Childhood immunization programs are essential components of health systems in low- and middle-income countries. In Rwanda, the introduction of the e-Tracker, a digital, longitudinal immunization registry, aimed to streamline immunization records. However, hea.... » Read More
Title : Psychological immunity and health among young adults
Abha Singh, C.S.J.M.U P.P.N. (P.G.) College, India
For any country young adults are the most important strength for the development of national growth. Psychological immunity, a key factor in mental health resilience, plays a pivotal role in the well-being of young adults. It encompasses cognitive, emotional, and behavi.... » Read More
Title : Advances in crisis, emergency, and risk communication: Evidence-based public health strategies and practice
Vincent Tiberius Covello, Center for Risk Communication/CrisisCommunication.net, United States
This presentation will delve into new and emerging public health threats, including terrorism, cybersecurity, terrorism as well as natural disasters and environmental hazards. You will learn key scientific and tested tips and tools to help you deliver effective, trusted.... » Read More
Title : Digital transformation of maternal risk management: Insights and achievements
Jianrong Xu, Project HOPE, China
Objective: To explore the feasibility of applying a digital tool for early detection of pregnancy risks among local pregnant women in less - developed areas of China. Methods: In 2022, Project HOPE launched a digital management program for maternal risk assessment and i.... » Read More
Title : Person, drugs, and place: Developing a survey tool to measure overdose risk using a reddit survey panel
Minna Song, Johns Hopkins University, United States
Research Objective: One of the most difficult overdose-related issues to disentangle empirically has been the independent contribution of person-level factors from drug or environmental characteristics. This study’s purpose was to develop and validate an instrument to m.... » Read More
Title : Health, communities and resilience: Lessons from a participatory budgeting programme
Ifeoma Elizabeth Dan-Ogosi, University of West England, United Kingdom
This paper investigates the impact of participatory budgeting on the health and well-being of individuals and communities in the reduction of inequalities in a community-based programme, as part of the Well London programme. Participatory budgeting allows local citizens.... » Read More
Title : Factors relating to the self-assessment of driving skill for members of silver human resource centers in rural areas
Hiromi YONEZAWA, Ishikawa Prefectural Nursing University, Japan
Background: Despite the decrease in the number of deaths caused by traffic accidents in Japan, the proportion of traffic accident deaths among the elderly is increasing. For the elderly, driving a car is indispensable not only as a means of transportation in daily life,.... » Read More
Title : Effect of pharmacovigilance awareness program on adverse drug reaction reporting: A three-year study from a Northern Indian hospital
Anoop Kumar, Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission, India
Background: Adverse drug reaction (ADR) reporting plays a critical role in ensuring patient safety and improving pharmacovigilance systems.1 National Pharmacovigilance awareness Week aims to enhance awareness and encourage reporting among healthcare professionals and th.... » Read More
Title : Effectiveness of Doxycycline as Post-exposure Prophylaxis (Doxy- PEP) for bacterial Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) among Men Who Have Sex with Men (MSM) in Central Florida
Humberto Lopez Castillo, University of Central Florida, United States
Bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs), particularly syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia, have been rising among men who have sex with men (MSM) in the United States. This trend is concerning, as these infections can lead to severe health complications if left .... » Read More
Title : Managing resident aggression in the long-term care setting: A resident-centered de-escalation intervention
Samantha Faller, Penn State University, United States
Elder abuse in long-term care facilities has traditionally focused on staff-perpetrated abuse. However, recent studies highlight the need to address resident-to-staff aggression (RSA) and resident-to-resident aggression (RRA). Research indicates that approximately 16% o.... » Read More
Title : Study scalp electroacupuncture therapy for autism spectrum disorder
Zhenhuan Liu, University of Chinese Medicine, China
Background: Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) are a series of neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by social disorders, rigid behaviors and narrow interests. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that the prevalence of ASD has been increasing over the past 5.... » Read More
Title : Nursing interventions for stress in patients with isolated pulmonary tuberculosis
Shiho Akihara, Sapporo Medical University, Japan
Background: The incidence of Tuberculosis (TB) in Japan in 2023 was 8.1 cases per 100,000 persons. Patients with active TB require hospitalization in isolation with an average length of hospital stay of 42.1 days. This makes inpatient treatment extremely stressful for t.... » Read More
Title : Empowered still enduring: The paradox of continuing domestic violence through lens of NHFS 5
Vijay Kumar Singh, King George’s Medical University, India
Introduction: The National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) reveals a complex picture of women’s lives in India, highlighting both strides in empowerment and persistent challenges. While a significant number of women are now participating in household decisions and gaining.... » Read More
Title : Artificial Intelligence (AI) in public health: Innovations, related challenges, and possible solutions
Akhila Harinarayan, Information Services Group (ISG), India
The use of technology has been prevalent in healthcare and related domains. With the recent technological developments, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been prevalent in the public health sector. Despite the widespread use of AI and its benefits in certain sectors, the.... » Read More