Viruses, Vol. 15, Pages 1544: Atypical Hepatitis B Virus Serology Profile & mdash;Hepatitis B Surface Antigen-Positive/Hepatitis B Core Antibody-Negative & mdash;In Hepatitis B Virus/HIV Coinfected Individuals in Botswana
Conclusions: We report a high HBsAg+/anti-HBc- atypical serology profile prevalence among PWH in Botswana. We caution against HBV-testing algorithms that consider only anti-HBc+ samples for HBsAg testing, as they are likely to underestimate HBV prevalence. Studies to elucidate the mechanisms and implications of this profile are warranted. (Source: Viruses)
Source: Viruses - July 13, 2023 Category: Virology Authors: Bonolo B. Phinius Motswedi Anderson Margaret Mokomane Irene Gobe Wonderful T. Choga Tsholofelo Ratsoma Basetsana Phakedi Gorata Mpebe Doreen Ditshwanelo Rosemary Musonda Joseph Makhema Sikhulile Moyo Simani Gaseitsiwe Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research
An assessment of four decades atmospheric PM2.5 trends in urban locations over Southern Africa using MERRA-2 reanalysis
AbstractExcess concentration of aerosols with aerodynamic diameter less than 2.5 μm (PM2.5) in atmosphere has significant implications to both climate and human health. For the first time, this study estimated four decades (1980 –2021) trends of PM2.5 in urban locations across Southern Africa using the Modern-Era Retrospective Analysis for Research and Applications Version 2 (MERRA-2) aerosol simulations. The findings show that the highest PM2.5 is recorded during the peak of biomass burning, September-October-November (SON season) in locations selected over Mozambique, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Madagascar, Botswana, Na...
Source: Air Quality, Atmosphere and Health - July 12, 2023 Category: Environmental Health Source Type: research
A Multi-Institutional Study of Barriers to Cervical Cancer Care in Sub-Saharan Africa
CONCLUSIONS: Financial and belief barriers identified in Zimbabwe showcase the importance of targeting cost and health literacy to reduce apprehensions. In Botswana, administrative challenges could be addressed with patient navigation. Improving our understanding of the specific barriers to cancer care could enable us to help patients who might otherwise default.PMID:37408670 | PMC:PMC10318208 | DOI:10.1016/j.adro.2023.101257 (Source: Adv Data)
Source: Adv Data - July 6, 2023 Category: Epidemiology Authors: Aparna Kambhampati Kinza Meghani Ntokozo Ndlovu Barati Monare Mercia Mutimuri Lisa Bazzett-Matabele Peter Vuylsteke Rebecca Ketlametswe Tlotlo Ralefala Alfred I Neugut Judith S Jacobson Horia Vulpe Surbhi Grover Source Type: research
A Multi-Institutional Study of Barriers to Cervical Cancer Care in Sub-Saharan Africa
CONCLUSIONS: Financial and belief barriers identified in Zimbabwe showcase the importance of targeting cost and health literacy to reduce apprehensions. In Botswana, administrative challenges could be addressed with patient navigation. Improving our understanding of the specific barriers to cancer care could enable us to help patients who might otherwise default.PMID:37408670 | PMC:PMC10318208 | DOI:10.1016/j.adro.2023.101257 (Source: Adv Data)
Source: Adv Data - July 6, 2023 Category: Epidemiology Authors: Aparna Kambhampati Kinza Meghani Ntokozo Ndlovu Barati Monare Mercia Mutimuri Lisa Bazzett-Matabele Peter Vuylsteke Rebecca Ketlametswe Tlotlo Ralefala Alfred I Neugut Judith S Jacobson Horia Vulpe Surbhi Grover Source Type: research
Stigma and Social Determinants of Health Associated With Fidelity to Guideline-Concordant Therapy in Patients With Breast Cancer Living With and Without HIV in Botswana
CONCLUSION: We identified multilevel modifiable patient and health system factors associated with fidelity. The facilitators provide opportunities for leveraging existing strengths within the Botswana context to design implementation strategies to increase treatment fidelity to -guideline-concordant breast cancer therapy. However, PWH experienced unique barriers, suggesting that interventions to address fidelity may need to be tailored to specific comorbidities.PMID:37405697 | DOI:10.1093/oncolo/oyad183 (Source: The Oncologist)
Source: The Oncologist - July 5, 2023 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Yehoda M Martei Modesty Obasohan Lebogang Mokokwe Tlotlo Ralefala Mosepele Mosepele Robert Gross Frances K Barg Source Type: research
Stigma and Social Determinants of Health Associated With Fidelity to Guideline-Concordant Therapy in Patients With Breast Cancer Living With and Without HIV in Botswana
CONCLUSION: We identified multilevel modifiable patient and health system factors associated with fidelity. The facilitators provide opportunities for leveraging existing strengths within the Botswana context to design implementation strategies to increase treatment fidelity to -guideline-concordant breast cancer therapy. However, PWH experienced unique barriers, suggesting that interventions to address fidelity may need to be tailored to specific comorbidities.PMID:37405697 | DOI:10.1093/oncolo/oyad183 (Source: The Oncologist)
Source: The Oncologist - July 5, 2023 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Yehoda M Martei Modesty Obasohan Lebogang Mokokwe Tlotlo Ralefala Mosepele Mosepele Robert Gross Frances K Barg Source Type: research
Socio-economic differentials of under-five mortality in Botswana: an application of the indirect estimation method
ConclusionsThe findings of this study show that policies and interventions targeted at reducing inequalities should reach all socioeconomic groups across the country. Differences of each society and localities should be considered while designing and implementing policies and interventions. (Source: Journal of Public Health)
Source: Journal of Public Health - June 30, 2023 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Provider perspectives on antiretroviral therapy adherence among psychiatric inpatients in Botswana
Conclusions: Findings from this study revealed unique insights into the numerous factors that influence ART adherence among psychiatric inpatients, and underscore the need to implement tailored strategies to support ART adherence in this population with complex health needs.PMID:37337820 | DOI:10.2989/16085906.2023.2213211 (Source: African Journal of AIDS Research)
Source: African Journal of AIDS Research - June 20, 2023 Category: African Health Authors: Maria Albin Qambayot Sarita Naidoo Source Type: research
