Zinc for prevention and treatment of the common cold
CONCLUSIONS: The findings suggest that zinc supplementation may have little or no effect on the prevention of colds but may reduce the duration of ongoing colds, with an increase in non-serious adverse events. Overall, there was wide variation in interventions (including concomitant therapy) and outcomes across the studies, as well as incomplete reporting of several domains, which should be considered when making conclusions about the efficacy of zinc for the common cold.PMID:38719213 | DOI:10.1002/14651858.CD014914.pub2 (Source: Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews)
Source: Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews - May 8, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Daryl Nault Taryn A Machingo Andrea G Shipper Daniel A Antiporta Candyce Hamel Sahar Nourouzpour Menelaos Konstantinidis Erica Phillips Elizabeth A Lipski L Susan Wieland Source Type: research
Genetic polymorphism and evidence of signatures of selection in the Plasmodium falciparum circumsporozoite protein gene in Tanzanian regions with different malaria endemicity
In 2021 and 2023, the World Health Organization approved RTS,S/AS01 and R21/Matrix M malaria vaccines, respectively, for routine immunization of children in African countries with moderate to high transmission... (Source: Malaria Journal)
Source: Malaria Journal - May 8, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Beatus M. Lyimo, Catherine Bakari, Zachary R. Popkin-Hall, David J. Giesbrecht, Misago D. Seth, Dativa Pereus, Zulfa I. Shabani, Ramadhan Moshi, Ruth Boniface, Celine I. Mandara, Rashid Madebe, Jonathan J. Juliano, Jeffrey A. Bailey and Deus S. Ishengoma Tags: Research Source Type: research
The pattern of reproduction in the African giant pouched rat, Cricetomys gambianus, from Tanzania: unravelling the environmental triggers for breeding
Canadian Journal of Zoology, Ahead of Print. Our research represents the first extensive study of the breeding behaviour and related environmental triggers of reproduction in the African giant pouch rat (Cricetomys gambianus Waterhouse, 1840) in and around the equator throughout a whole year. We measured the gross morphology and detailed histology of both female and male rats, along with plasma steroid hormone levels. Contrary to other tropical-dwelling small mammals, the African giant pouch rat is a seasonal breeder; however, rainfall is not to be the primary cue of reproduction. Our study suggests that ambient temperatur...
Source: Canadian Journal of Zoology - May 7, 2024 Category: Zoology Authors: M.K. Ngalameno C. Luziga D.W. Hart N.C. Bennett Source Type: research
Multilevel analysis of dropout from maternal continuum of care and its associated factors: Evidence from 2022 Tanzania Demographic and Health Survey
ConclusionThe dropout rate from the maternity CoC in Tanzania was high. The findings contribute to our understanding of the complex dynamics surrounding maternity care continuity and underscore the need for targeted interventions, considering factors such as marital status, socioeconomic status, internet usage, and geographical location. (Source: PLoS One)
Source: PLoS One - May 7, 2024 Category: Biomedical Science Authors: Angwach Abrham Asnake Source Type: research
Bacterial aetiology, antimicrobial susceptibility patterns, and factors associated with urinary tract infection among under-five children at primary health facility, North-Western Tanzania
ConclusionOur study found a relatively high proportion of UTI among under-five children associated with vomiting, dysuria, abdominal pain, nappy use, and uncircumcision in males. The pathogens were least susceptible to (trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, gentamycin, ampicillin, and penicillin) the commonly used antibiotic. We advocate a thorough clinical analysis to detect the predictors of UTI and a periodic review of empirical treatment of UTI based on the antibiotic susceptibility pattern. (Source: PLoS One)
Source: PLoS One - May 6, 2024 Category: Biomedical Science Authors: Roza Ernest Source Type: research
Sirenomelia or mermaid syndrome with a cleft lip in a Tanzanian newborn: a case report
ConclusionSirenomelia is a rare congenital malformation with very poor prognosis. Specific interventions during pre-conception and early prenatal care are critical in the prevention of specific congenital anomalies. Early obstetric ultrasonography is invaluable for diagnosis of sirenomelia as well as counseling for possible termination of pregnancy. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - May 6, 2024 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Assessing Interventional Radiology Specialty Knowledge and Perception Amongst Tanzanian Medical Students Before and After Exposure to an Immersive Curriculum
This study aims to assess the impact that delivering an introductory IR lecture series has on the knowledge and perception of the specialty among medical students in a resource-limited setting with, until recently, no IR presence. (Source: Clinical Radiology)
Source: Clinical Radiology - May 4, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: Jared M. Alswang, Balowa Musa, Nader A. Fawzy, Bachar Ahmad, Erick M. Mbuguje, Azza Naif, Fabian M. Laage Gaupp, Vijay Ramalingam, Behnam Shaygi Source Type: research
Cost analysis for initiating an integrated package of essential non-communicable disease interventions (PEN-Plus) in Kondoa District Hospital, Tanzania: a time-driven activity-based costing (TDABC) study protocol
This study aims to estimate the cost of initiating PEN-Plus for rheumatic heart disease, sickle cell disease and type 1 diabetes at Kondoa district hospital in Tanzania.
Methods and analysis
We will employ time-driven activity-based costing (TDABC) to quantify the capacity cost rates (CCR), and capital and recurrent costs associated with the implementation of PEN-Plus. Data on resource consumption will be collected through direct observations and interviews with nurses, the medical officer in charge and the heads of laboratory and pharmacy units/departments. Data on contact times for targeted NCDs will be collected by obs...
Source: BMJ Open - May 1, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Ndumwa, H. P., Mori, A. T., Ruhago, G. M., Willilo, R., McBain, R., Boudreaux, C., Wroe, E., Adler, A. J., Bukhman, G., Mayige, M. T., Kaarboe, O. Tags: Open access, Health economics Source Type: research
Characteristics and outcomes of patients with symptomatic chronic myocardial injury in a Tanzanian emergency department: A prospective observational study
by Faraan O. Rahim, Francis M. Sakita, Lauren A. Coaxum, Godfrey L. Kweka, Zak Loring, Jerome J. Mlangi, Sophie W. Galson, Tumsifu G. Tarimo, Gloria Temu, Gerald S. Bloomfield, Julian T Hertz
BackgroundChronic myocardial injury is a condition defined by stably elevated cardiac biomarkers without acute myocardial ischemia. Although studies from high-income countries have reported that chronic myocardial injury predicts adverse prognosis, there are no published data about the condition in sub-Saharan Africa. MethodsBetween November 2020 and January 2023, adult patients with chest pain or shortness of breath were recruited fr...
Source: PLoS One - May 1, 2024 Category: Biomedical Science Authors: Faraan O. Rahim Source Type: research
The Tools for Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (TIMCI) study protocol: a multi-country mixed-method evaluation of pulse oximetry and clinical decision support algorithms
Glob Health Action. 2024 Dec 31;17(1):2326253. doi: 10.1080/16549716.2024.2326253. Epub 2024 Apr 29.ABSTRACTEffective and sustainable strategies are needed to address the burden of preventable deaths among children under-five in resource-constrained settings. The Tools for Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (TIMCI) project aims to support healthcare providers to identify and manage severe illness, whilst promoting resource stewardship, by introducing pulse oximetry and clinical decision support algorithms (CDSAs) to primary care facilities in India, Kenya, Senegal and Tanzania. Health impact is assessed through: a ...
Source: Global Health Action - April 29, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Fenella Beynon H élène Langet Leah F Bohle Shally Awasthi Ousmane Ndiaye James Machoki M'Imunya Honorati Masanja Susan Horton Maymouna Ba Silvia Cicconi Mira Emmanuel-Fabula Papa Moctar Faye Tracy R Glass Kristina Keitel Divas Kumar Gaurav Kumar Gillian Source Type: research
The Tools for Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (TIMCI) study protocol: a multi-country mixed-method evaluation of pulse oximetry and clinical decision support algorithms
Glob Health Action. 2024 Dec 31;17(1):2326253. doi: 10.1080/16549716.2024.2326253. Epub 2024 Apr 29.ABSTRACTEffective and sustainable strategies are needed to address the burden of preventable deaths among children under-five in resource-constrained settings. The Tools for Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (TIMCI) project aims to support healthcare providers to identify and manage severe illness, whilst promoting resource stewardship, by introducing pulse oximetry and clinical decision support algorithms (CDSAs) to primary care facilities in India, Kenya, Senegal and Tanzania. Health impact is assessed through: a ...
Source: Global Health Action - April 29, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Fenella Beynon H élène Langet Leah F Bohle Shally Awasthi Ousmane Ndiaye James Machoki M'Imunya Honorati Masanja Susan Horton Maymouna Ba Silvia Cicconi Mira Emmanuel-Fabula Papa Moctar Faye Tracy R Glass Kristina Keitel Divas Kumar Gaurav Kumar Gillian Source Type: research
Curriculum-based sexual and reproductive health education: revealing its relevance for risky sexual behaviors among secondary school students in Mwanza, Tanzania
Secondary school students are vulnerable to risky sexual behaviors (RSBs) which may lead to adverse health consequences, such as teenage pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), including HIV/AIDS... (Source: Reproductive Health)
Source: Reproductive Health - April 29, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Ng ’wamba Sitta Ngissa, Erica Sanga, Mussa Kelvin Nsanya, Belinda Kweka, Evangelista Malindisa and Rosemarie Mwaipopo Tags: Research Source Type: research
'You are looked upon as a luxury tool': Young Tanzanian women's perception of community norms supporting partner violence during transactional sex ( < em > kudanga < /em > )
Cult Health Sex. 2024 Apr 26:1-16. doi: 10.1080/13691058.2024.2339280. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThis paper explores the definition of, and perceived community attitudes, toward kudanga, a Swahili street term for a type of transactional sex practised in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Rooted in economic and gender disparity, transactional sex increases adolescent girls' and young women's vulnerability to HIV and gender-based violence. We sought to understand perceived community attitudes about kudanga, and how the internalisation of norms surrounding gender-based violence relate to the experiences of young women who practise ...
Source: Culture, Health and Sexuality - April 26, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Kate Rogers Lusajo Kajula Mrema Noel Kilonzo Tia Palermo Meghna Ranganathan R Lorraine Collins Jennifer A Livingston Thespina Yamanis Source Type: research
'You are looked upon as a luxury tool': Young Tanzanian women's perception of community norms supporting partner violence during transactional sex ( < em > kudanga < /em > )
Cult Health Sex. 2024 Apr 26:1-16. doi: 10.1080/13691058.2024.2339280. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThis paper explores the definition of, and perceived community attitudes, toward kudanga, a Swahili street term for a type of transactional sex practised in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Rooted in economic and gender disparity, transactional sex increases adolescent girls' and young women's vulnerability to HIV and gender-based violence. We sought to understand perceived community attitudes about kudanga, and how the internalisation of norms surrounding gender-based violence relate to the experiences of young women who practise ...
Source: Culture, Health and Sexuality - April 26, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Kate Rogers Lusajo Kajula Mrema Noel Kilonzo Tia Palermo Meghna Ranganathan R Lorraine Collins Jennifer A Livingston Thespina Yamanis Source Type: research
