What makes knowledge translation work in practice? Lessons from a demand-driven and locally led project in Cameroon, Jordan and Nigeria
Over the years, the knowledge translation (KT) field has moved from promoting linearized models to embracing the importance of interaction and learning. Likewise, there is now increased attention on the transf... (Source: Health Research Policy and Systems)
Source: Health Research Policy and Systems - December 4, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Robert A. J. Borst, Rik Wehrens, Moustapha Nsangou, Dachi Arikpo, Ekpereonne Esu, Ali Al Metleq, Olivia Hobden, Martin Meremikwu, Pierre Ongolo-Zogo, Roland Bal and Maarten Olivier Kok Tags: Research Source Type: research
Morphological, molecular, and MALDI-TOF MS identification of bed bugs and associated Wolbachia species from Cameroon
This study presents the basic information of infestations of tropical bed bugs, Cimex hemipterus (Hemiptera: Cimicidae), in Cameroon. A total of 248 immature stage and adult bed bug specimens were collected from households and a travel agency in Yaoundé and Douala, Cameroon. The ability of MALDI-TOF MS to identify bed bugs was tested using heads for adults and cephalothoraxes for immature stages. Microorganism screening was performed by qPCR and confirmed by regular PCR and sequencing. Based on morphometrical criteria, four stages of immature bed bugs are represented. Of the 248 bed bug specimens morphologically identifie...
Source: Acta Tropica - November 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Yannick Ngnindji-Youdje Michel Lontsi-Demano Adama Zan Diarra Ahmat Mahamat Makaila Timol éon Tchuinkam Jean-Michel Berenger Philippe Parola Source Type: research
Morphological, molecular, and MALDI-TOF MS identification of bed bugs and associated Wolbachia species from Cameroon
This study presents the basic information of infestations of tropical bed bugs, Cimex hemipterus (Hemiptera: Cimicidae), in Cameroon. A total of 248 immature stage and adult bed bug specimens were collected from households and a travel agency in Yaoundé and Douala, Cameroon. The ability of MALDI-TOF MS to identify bed bugs was tested using heads for adults and cephalothoraxes for immature stages. Microorganism screening was performed by qPCR and confirmed by regular PCR and sequencing. Based on morphometrical criteria, four stages of immature bed bugs are represented. Of the 248 bed bug specimens morphologically identifie...
Source: Acta Tropica - November 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Yannick Ngnindji-Youdje Michel Lontsi-Demano Adama Zan Diarra Ahmat Mahamat Makaila Timol éon Tchuinkam Jean-Michel Berenger Philippe Parola Source Type: research
Morphological, molecular, and MALDI-TOF MS identification of bed bugs and associated Wolbachia species from Cameroon
This study presents the basic information of infestations of tropical bed bugs, Cimex hemipterus (Hemiptera: Cimicidae), in Cameroon. A total of 248 immature stage and adult bed bug specimens were collected from households and a travel agency in Yaoundé and Douala, Cameroon. The ability of MALDI-TOF MS to identify bed bugs was tested using heads for adults and cephalothoraxes for immature stages. Microorganism screening was performed by qPCR and confirmed by regular PCR and sequencing. Based on morphometrical criteria, four stages of immature bed bugs are represented. Of the 248 bed bug specimens morphologically identifie...
Source: Acta Tropica - November 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Yannick Ngnindji-Youdje Michel Lontsi-Demano Adama Zan Diarra Ahmat Mahamat Makaila Timol éon Tchuinkam Jean-Michel Berenger Philippe Parola Source Type: research
Characterization and typology of guinea pig breeding in the Department of Menoua-Western Region, Cameroon
AbstractA survey was carried out on 356 breeders in the Department of the Menoua Region of West Cameroon to characterize guinea pig breeding systems, using descriptive analysis, factorial analysis of multiple correspondences (AFCM), and upward hierarchical classification (CAH). Three types of guinea pig breeders have been identified, discriminated according to the size of the herd and the professional character of the breeding. Most of the housing systems were of the traditional type, free-ranging on the ground. Feed generally was based on fodders and food residues, and hygiene conditions were considered as good. The main ...
Source: Tropical Animal Health and Production - November 28, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Impact of a small-scale tsetse fly control operation with deltamethrin impregnated “Tiny Targets” on tsetse density and trypanosomes’ circulation in the Campo sleeping sickness focus of South Cameroon
by Tito Tresor Melachio Tanekou, Calmes Ursain Bouaka Tsakeng, Inaki Tirados, Alphonse Acho, Jude Bigoga, Charles Sinclair Wondji, Flobert Njiokou
BackgroundSignificant progress has been made towards African sleeping sickness elimination in the last decade. Indeed, the World Health Organization (WHO) global goal of eliminating the chronic form of the disease as a public health problem was achieved in 2020 (i.e., (Source: PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases)
Source: PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases - November 27, 2023 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Tito Tresor Melachio Tanekou Source Type: research
Phenotypic and genotypic characterization of multidrug resistant and extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Enterobacterales isolated from clinical samples in the western region in Cameroon
The 2017 World Health Organization (WHO) report has listed extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Enterobacterales (ESBL-E) as critical pathogens for public health and requiring urgently new antibiotics. The aim... (Source: BMC Infectious Diseases)
Source: BMC Infectious Diseases - November 22, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Omer Aurelle Nkengkana, Raspail Carrel Founou, Luria Leslie Founou, Brice Davy Dimani, Patrice Landry Koudoum, Jessica Ravalona Zemtsa, Aurelia Mbossi, Cyrielle Signe Mawout, Larissa Tchakounte Tegang and Michel Noubom Tags: Research Source Type: research
Polygamy and safe sex negotiation among married women: evidence from Cameroon
Research indicates that women in polygamous relationships may be exposed to unique sexual and reproductive health challenges. However, there are very few studies that examine whether polygamy is associated wit... (Source: BMC Infectious Diseases)
Source: BMC Infectious Diseases - November 22, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Satveer Dhillon, Daniel Amoak, George N. Chidimbah Munthali, Yujiro Sano, Roger Antabe and Isaac Luginaah Tags: Research Source Type: research
Comparison of in-hospital mortality in children and adolescents with sickle cell disease in a resource-limited setting before and during the COVID-19 pandemic
CONCLUSION: During the COVID-19 pandemic, although the consultation frequency decreased, the mortality rate of sickle cell disease patients remained unchanged.PMID:37989661 | DOI:10.1016/j.arcped.2023.10.001 (Source: Archives de Pediatrie)
Source: Archives de Pediatrie - November 21, 2023 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Eposse Ekoube Charlotte Mandeng Ma Linwa Edgar Puepi Djike Yolande Kedy Mangamba Koum Daniele-Christiane Mbono Ritha Betoko Epee Patricia Hassanatou Iyawa Michael Budzi Ngenge Megoze Abigaelle Noukeu Njinkui Diom ède Enyama Dominique Ntsoli Kofane Gaelle Source Type: research
Comparison of in-hospital mortality in children and adolescents with sickle cell disease in a resource-limited setting before and during the COVID-19 pandemic
CONCLUSION: During the COVID-19 pandemic, although the consultation frequency decreased, the mortality rate of sickle cell disease patients remained unchanged.PMID:37989661 | DOI:10.1016/j.arcped.2023.10.001 (Source: Archives de Pediatrie)
Source: Archives de Pediatrie - November 21, 2023 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Eposse Ekoube Charlotte Mandeng Ma Linwa Edgar Puepi Djike Yolande Kedy Mangamba Koum Daniele-Christiane Mbono Ritha Betoko Epee Patricia Hassanatou Iyawa Michael Budzi Ngenge Megoze Abigaelle Noukeu Njinkui Diom ède Enyama Dominique Ntsoli Kofane Gaelle Source Type: research
Mycorrhizas and Trichoderma fungi increase the accumulation of secondary metabolites in grain legume leaves and suppress foliar diseases in field-grown conditions of the humid forest of Cameroon
Arbuscular mycorrhizal and Trichoderma fungi alter the synthesis of secondary metabolites of plants and confer tolerance from pathogens attacks. However, there is less supportive evidence from on-field studies... (Source: BMC Plant Biology)
Source: BMC Plant Biology - November 21, 2023 Category: Biology Authors: Martin Jemo, Severin Nkenmegne, Alfred Balenor Buernor, Anas Raklami, Zachee Ambang, Adamou Souleyamanou, Yedir Ouhdouch and Mohamed Hafidi Tags: Research Source Type: research
Leukocyte ratios in non-diabetic hypertensive Cameroonians do not predict cardiovascular risk : preliminary results of the HYRICCA project
CONCLUSION: Leukocyte ratios are not useful for CVR assessment in hypertensive Cameroonians with respect to the WHO 2019 risk score. Prospective studies are needed to assess their usefulness in combination with conventional risk factors to improve prediction of cardiovascular events.PMID:37984238 | DOI:10.1016/j.ancard.2023.101679 (Source: Annales de Cardiologie et d'Angeiologie)
Source: Annales de Cardiologie et d'Angeiologie - November 20, 2023 Category: Cardiology Authors: Jan Ren é Nkeck Claudine Jessica Yondo Ndedi Liliane Mfeukeu Kuate Annick Ndoumba Mintya Marie Ida Chemgne Joachim Tchikapa Larissa Ange Tchuisseu Kwangoua Charelle Boukeu Yonta Corine Zouague Zalbi Andr ée Ntyam Abena Falmata Amazia Vicky Jocelyne Ama Source Type: research
Leukocyte ratios in non-diabetic hypertensive Cameroonians do not predict cardiovascular risk : preliminary results of the HYRICCA project
CONCLUSION: Leukocyte ratios are not useful for CVR assessment in hypertensive Cameroonians with respect to the WHO 2019 risk score. Prospective studies are needed to assess their usefulness in combination with conventional risk factors to improve prediction of cardiovascular events.PMID:37984238 | DOI:10.1016/j.ancard.2023.101679 (Source: Annales de Cardiologie et d'Angeiologie)
Source: Annales de Cardiologie et d'Angeiologie - November 20, 2023 Category: Cardiology Authors: Jan Ren é Nkeck Claudine Jessica Yondo Ndedi Liliane Mfeukeu Kuate Annick Ndoumba Mintya Marie Ida Chemgne Joachim Tchikapa Larissa Ange Tchuisseu Kwangoua Charelle Boukeu Yonta Corine Zouague Zalbi Andr ée Ntyam Abena Falmata Amazia Vicky Jocelyne Ama Source Type: research
Community evaluation of the physical and insecticidal durability of DuraNet ® Plus, an alpha-cypermethrin and piperonyl butoxide incorporated mosquito net: protocol for a multi-country study in West, Central and East Africa
ConclusionThis large-scale multi country trial will provide useful information on the durability of a pyrethroid-PBO net (DuraNet ® Plus) in 3 different regions in sub-Saharan Africa. The methods proposed for bioefficacy testing could also contribute towards the development of new standardised guidelines for monitoring the insecticidal efficacy of pyrethroid-PBO nets under operational conditions. (Source: Archives of Public Health)
Source: Archives of Public Health - November 20, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
Haptoglobin gene polymorphism and iron profile in sickle cell disease patients with inflammation in Yaounde, Cameroon
ConclusionThis study demonstrates a higher frequency of genotypeHP 1-1 followed by theHP 2-2 genotype in patients with major sickle cell syndromes. However, a larger proportion of patients with genotypeHP 2-2 are associated with hematological profile disorders, inflammation, and dysregulation of iron metabolism. Then, the haptoglobin polymorphism contributes to the severity of major sickle cell syndromes. (Source: Molecular Genetics & Genomic Medicine)
Source: Molecular Genetics & Genomic Medicine - November 17, 2023 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Authors: Romaric De Manfouo Tuono,
Josu é Louokdom Simo,
Prosper Cabral Biapa Nya,
Jean Paul Chedjou,
Christian Bernard Kengne Fotsing,
Bernard Claude Chetcha,
Calvino Fomboh Tah,
Claude Tagny Tayou,
Wilfried Fon Mbatcham,
Constant Anatole Pieme Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
