Undiagnosed and uncontrolled hypertension in rural African adults: a scoping review protocol of primary health care interventions
Introduction
Non-communicable diseases cause 74% of global deaths, with cardiovascular diseases as the major contributor. Hypertension, a primary risk factor for cardiovascular disease, is highly prevalent in Africa. Diagnosis, treatment and control rates are notably limited in rural areas. This limitation results in increased risks of premature mortality and complications such as stroke due to socioeconomic, cultural and geographical challenges. Progress in African countries enhancing hypertension services through primary health care interventions exists. However, a comprehensive review of all primary health care interven...
Source: BMJ Open - April 8, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Peniston, S., Sivaramakrishnan, D., Holloway, A. Tags: Open access, Public health Source Type: research
Codesigned online cognitive bias modification of interpretations for anxiety and depression in children: study protocol of a randomised controlled trial
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness and acceptability of an online CBM-I intervention (Mindmaster) for children with symptom scores of anxiety or depression above a borderline or clinical threshold. The intervention has been codesigned with children, parents and mental health professionals to promote user engagement.
Methods and analysis
The study is a randomised controlled trial, with two parallel arms. Participants are 143 children aged 8–10 years with scores of anxiety and/or depressive symptoms above a borderline or clinical threshold. They will be allocated to either the intervention group or the wait...
Source: BMJ Open - April 8, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Sicouri, G., Daniel, E., Salemink, E., Mackinnon, A., Allsop, A., Hudson, J. Tags: Open access, Mental health Source Type: research
Social prescribing for people living with dementia (PLWD) and their carers: what works, for whom, under what circumstances and why - protocol for a complex intervention systematic review
Introduction
Dementia is a complex medical condition that poses significant challenges to healthcare systems and support services. People living with dementia (PLWD) and their carers experience complex needs often exacerbated by social isolation and challenges in accessing support. Social prescribing (SP) seeks to enable PLWD and their carers to access community and voluntary sector resources to support them address such needs. Existing research, however, does not describe what SP interventions are currently in place in dementia care. Little is known about the needs these interventions are designed to address, the reasons ...
Source: BMJ Open - April 8, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Marshall, J., Papavasiliou, E., Fox, C., Hawkes, M., Irvine, A., Moniz-Cook, E., Pick, A., Polley, M. J., Reeve, J., Robinson, L., Rook, G., Sadler, E., Wolverson, E., Walker, S., Cross, J. L., the SPLENDID Collaboration, Fox, Cross, Allan, Avery, Bradbur Tags: Open access, Health services research Source Type: research
The Efficacy of Fingolimod and Interferons in Controlling Disability and Relapse Rate in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis: A Systematic Review and Meta ‑Analysis
Conclusions: The results of this systematic review show that efficacy of interferon and fingolimod in controlling relapse rate and disability is similar.International Journal of Preventive Medicine 14():131, December 2023. | DOI: 10.4103/ijpvm.ijpvm_12_22 Corresponding Author: Dr. Mahsa GhajarzadehE ‑mail: m.ghajarzadeh@gmail.comYou can also search for this author in:PubMed Google Scholar (Source: International Journal of Preventive Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Preventive Medicine - April 8, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
ICPD at 30 - What African countries need to do better
Afr J Reprod Health. 2024 Mar 31;28(3):9-12. doi: 10.29063/ajrh2024/v28i3.1.ABSTRACTIn September 1994, the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD), that gave birth to the doctrine of sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), was held in Cairo, Egypt1. This year is the 30th year following the conference. Given that a total of 179 governments attended the ICPD and agreed to the Platform for Action for promoting and improving sexual and reproductive health and rights, it is appropriate to take stock of changes, expectations, and commitments that have occurred as a result of actions taken by gover...
Source: African Journal of Reproductive Health - April 7, 2024 Category: African Health Authors: Friday Okonofua Source Type: research
