Excessive consumption of refined carbohydrates coupled with inadequate intake of dietary fibre particularly from vegetable sources has been strongly associated with an increased risk of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus ( [....] » Read More
Background: Menstrual hygiene practices among visually impaired young girls are a significant public health concern in Rwanda. Limited knowledge about menstruation leads to inadequate hygiene practices, increasing the risk of cervical cancer, urinary tract infections, and reduced [....] » Read More
Background: Oxygen therapy is a lifesaving intervention, particularly for newborns and children suffering from hypoxemia due to respiratory illnesses. However, access to reliable oxygen supply and appropriate pediatric delivery equipment remains a critical challenge across h [....] » Read More
Objectives: This study aimed to assess depression and its associated factors among middle-aged women in western Nepal. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 350 women aged 40–60 years using a multistage sampling method. Probability proportionate to size samp [....] » Read More
Background: Nutrition Pre-conception care has been neglected yet it is fundamental for better maternal and perinatal outcome since it improves the birth outcomes, reduces number of babies born prematurely or low birth weight and addresses pregnancy adverse outcomes. Methods: Thi [....] » Read More
Men's participation in Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) is increasingly viewed as being of fundamental importance to improving health outcomes and gender equality. In Fiji, cultural practices and societal gender roles tend to dictate men's SRH participation, typically [....] » Read More
As urban expansion continues to reshape landscapes in the United States, the wildland-urban interface (WUI)—areas where human settlements meet undeveloped wildlands—is emerging as a critical zone of human-wildlife interaction. These zones present not only ecological c [....] » Read More
Background: There is strong evidence of the impact of opinion leaders in health promotion programs. Early work by Burke-Garcia suggests that social media influencers are the “opinion leaders” of the digital age because they come from the communities they seek to influ [....] » Read More
Public health is not only about access—it’s about voice, trust, and belonging. While technical knowledge and systems-level strategies are vital, meaningful change also requires confidence: the confidence to speak up, to lead, and to advocate for communities that have [....] » Read More
Background/Objectives: Digital technologies are now central to health communication, yet outdated definitions of eHealth literacy fail to reflect the behavioural, social, and systemic complexities of digital health engagement. This scoping review aimed to: (1) synthesise how eHea [....] » Read More
The role of leadership in public health is pivotal in shaping resilient health systems that can effectively respond to emerging health challenges. I will discuss about the exploring innovative leadership strategies aimed at empowering communities and improving health outcomes thr [....] » Read More
Chemical carcinogens classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) as Group 1 very probably contribute to cancer occurrence in over 13.5 million people and death from cancer in over seven million people. In percent, chemical elements and chemical compounds [....] » Read More
Background: The role of Vitamin D in promoting overall cellular health and preventing age-related diseases is well established. Further, studies have reported that the Sirtuin1 gene regulates aging, promotes longevity, and is recognized as one of the molecular hallmarks of biolog [....] » Read More
A significant metabolic illness known as diabetes mellitus is characterized by a lack of insulin or the pancreas failure to produce enough insulin. The blood glucose levels rise as a result of this condition in the human body. Nowadays management of diabetes is very easy by using [....] » Read More
This study assesses the prevalence, determinants, and public health implications of condom use for family planning among couples in Keffi, Nasarawa State, Nigeria. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 400 couples, revealing a low prevalence of condom use (27.5%). Factors [....] » Read More
Objective: Rural Nigeria faces widened health inequities among older adults living with diabetes. This study integrates the Information–Motivation–Behavioral Skills (IMB) model through community-based screening, culturally tailored health education, and social support [....] » Read More
The South Korean government announced the “Community Care Basic Plan” in 2018, emphasizing the importance of hospital medical social work teams in supporting the community integration of individuals in need of care. In particular, developing discharge plans that incor [....] » Read More
Background: Cervical cancer remains an urgent global health threat, especially among women living with HIV (WLHIV), where the persistence of high-risk human papillomavirus (hrHPV) significantly heightens progression risk. Despite this syndemic, few studies have elucidated the int [....] » Read More
Background: Perioperative adverse events (PAEs) pose a substantial global health burden, contributing to elevated morbidity, mortality, and healthcare expenditures. The adoption of clinical decision support systems (CDSS), particularly mobile-based solutions, offers a promising a [....] » Read More
Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) remains to be a global debate. However, within Canada, MAiD has made several breakthroughs and has progressed exponentially. This paper explores the ethical, educational, and legal challenges surrounding MAiD, while also shedding light on the fu [....] » Read More
The growing prevalence of chronic diseases, particularly among aging and socioeconomically disadvantaged populations, continues to drive increased healthcare utilization and expenditures. This perspective-based manuscript explores the role of Information and Communication Technol [....] » Read More
Background: Undoubtedly, in the processes of delivering health care services, the most important aspect are employees, particularly teams of medical professionals working directly with patients. The constantly growing pressure on the rational use of resources leaves no doubt as t [....] » Read More
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, occupational, [....] » Read More
Patients who survive sepsis face a significantly increased risk of developing a complex constellation of long-term complications, collectively referred to as post-sepsis syndrome (PSS). This condition is characterized by persistent immunological dysfunction, metabolic alterations [....] » Read More
Background: Occupational noise-induced hearing loss (ONIHL) remains the third most commonly reported occupational disease in South Africa's mining sector. Despite existing regulations mandating exposure limits of 85 dBA over 8-hour periods and comprehensive hearing conservati [....] » Read More
Background: C-reactive protein (CRP) is a key biomarker of systemic inflammation and a predictor of cardiovascular disease. Environmental exposure to second-hand smoke, measured via serum hydroxy cotinine levels, may elevate CRP levels and increase inflammatory risk. This study e [....] » Read More
Title : Personalized and Precision Medicine (PPM) as a unique healthcare model to secure the human healthcare, wellness and biosafety through the view of public health, network-driven healthcare services and lifestyle management
Sergey Suchkov, National Center for Human Photosynthesis, Mexico
Policy formation in the field of individual health promotion and protection is one of the priority tasks of national healthcare systems. Canonical health care is becoming increasingly unaffordable in most of the countries, yet it remains ineffective in preventing or effectively t [....] » Read More
Title : The impact of AI on the future of public health and preventative healthcare
David John Wortley, International Society of Digital Medicine (ISDM), United Kingdom
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is redefining the future of public health and preventative healthcare. From early disease detection and personalised risk assessments to real-time surveillance and resource optimisation, AI is rapidly becoming a transformative force across health syst [....] » Read More
Title : Environmental Public Health Impact Assessment (EHIA) process for tobacco processing plants
Vijayan Gurumurthy Iyer, Techno-Economic- Environmental Study and Check Consultancy Services, India
The environmental public 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 tobacco processing plant [....] » 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 50 years. Wi [....] » Read More
Title : Distributional impact of public health spending on maternal health services in India: Who benefits from health care subsidies?
Neethu Edavalath, Researcher, India
Equity in health and healthcare utilization is a fundamental objective of public policy globally. Achieving this equity requires that public health expenditure primarily benefits financially disadvantaged and marginalized populations. Ensuring that government spending on health s [....] » Read More
Title : Exploring a novel interaction between the human malaria parasite Plasmodium vivax and reticulocyte protein
Manish Tripathi, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, India
The global burden of malaria remains significant despite concerted elimination efforts, with Plasmodium vivax presenting unique challenges due to its distinctive biology and invasion mechanisms. Despite progress in understanding Plasmodium falciparum, the molecular interactions g [....] » Read More
Title : Deregulation of artificial intelligence in healthcare and global governance: Ethical, regulatory and human rights challenges
Roberta De Freitas Campos, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), Brazil
Digital health is rapidly evolving, driven by advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and big data. While these technologies offer significant potential to improve healthcare delivery, their expansion has outpaced the development of adequate regulatory frameworks. This gap has c [....] » Read More
Title : Digital commons and public health: A necessary approach?
Marina de Neiva Borba, University of Sao Paulo (USP), Brazil
The governance of intangible resources in public health requires the integration of discussions on Digital Commons (DC). As digital health data are shareable and of interest to various stakeholders, DC governance strategies are essential for advancing science, sustaining public h [....] » Read More
Title : Antimicrobial resistance awareness in a vulnerable region: Insights from Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Fatima Shahid, Rawalpindi Medical University, Pakistan
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has been declared one of utmost matters of importance in global health by WHO. Awareness of AMR is essential in controlling the spread of resistance. This study is aimed at access the awareness in knowledge attitude and practice of AMR in population [....] » Read More
Title : Climate change and health impact in Sub Saharan Africa: Case studies of evidence in Africa
Kenneth Yongabi, Imo State University, Nigeria
Climate change has severe consequences for health in Africa, exacerbating existing health issues and creating new ones. Rising temperatures and extreme weather events increase the spread of diseases like malaria, diarrhea, typhoid and cancer which already claims hundreds of thous [....] » Read More
Title : Phytosis-phytoses: An epistemic, novel and emerging concept in public health and one health
Kenneth Yongabi, Imo State University, Nigeria
Background: In this study, we re-coined the medical term phytosis-Phytoses (LW1400) and trademarked 29680 in Africa, as a novel medical term in which a parasitic infection from plants infects humans and the same infection from humans infect plants and other animals vice versa. Th [....] » Read More
Title : Climate change and women’s cancer in the MENA region: Assessing temperature-related health impacts
Wafa Abuelkheir Mataria, American University In Cairo, Egypt
Introduction: Climate change poses a significant threat to public health, exacerbating health inequalities. Women in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, identified as high-risk, are particularly affected. Objective: This study investigates the influence of rising tem [....] » Read More
Title : Enhancing stroke research through patient and stakeholder engagement: Insights from a scoping review and qualitative study
Hamidreza Khankeh, BIH-QUEST Center for Responsible Research, Germany
Background: In stroke research, engaging patients and other stakeholders (such as caregivers and clinicians) is increasingly recognized as essential for ensuring that studies are patient-centered, ethical, and impactful. However, best practices for implementing such engagement re [....] » Read More