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New in #TRSTMH: Somasundaram and colleagues study the progression of subclinical neuropathy in newly diagnosed #leprosy. #GlobalHealth.
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AbstractBackground. Early detection of nerve impairment and its progression is critical in all leprosy cases, regardless of spectrum and treatment. This st
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New in #INTHEA: Zhang and colleagues consider the opportunities and challenges of #China’s CDC system reform in this #LetterToTheEditor. #GlobalHealth.
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To the Editor,
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New in #TRSTMH: Cerilo-Filho et al assess the influence of polymorphisms on the clinical and parasitological aspects of malaria on the #Brazil-#FrenchGuiana border. #GlobalHealth.
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AbstractBackground. Studies relating allelic variants in toll-like receptor (TLR) genes to the parasitological profile of Plasmodium vivax malaria are scar
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New in #INTHEA: Ganancial, Cruz-Delfino and Hsieh compare maternal healthcare and mortality across the #Philippines. #GlobalHealth.
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AbstractBackground. Although the Philippines launched its Maternal, Neonatal, and Child Health and Nutrition strategy in 2008 to reduce maternal mortality,
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New in #TRSTMH: Çelik et al present a #CaseReport that suggests a potential treatment method for Crimean Congo haemorrhagic fever. #GlobalHealth.
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Abstract. Crimean Congo haemorrhagic fever (CCHF) is an emerging, life-threatening tick-borne infection that can be fatal. As yet, there is no definitive t
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New in #INTHEA: Hu et al study Chongqing’s urban and rural districts to identify the proportions, and associated factors, of children covered by medical insurance in #China. #GlobalHealth.
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AbstractBackground. Children face a heavy disease burden, while healthcare utilization remains low. This study seeks to assess the proportions of children
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Don’t miss the chance to book your place at this year’s Annual Meeting 2025, taking place next month. The theme is ‘AI in Global Health: Ethics, Equity and Innovation’ and provides an opportunity to discuss how AI is shaping the future. Book your place:
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New in #TRSTMH: Cavalcante and colleagues investigate whether proximity to pilgrimage sites influences #leprosy relapse in the Cariri region, #Brazil. #GlobalHealth.
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AbstractBackground. Leprosy relapse remains a challenge to Brazil's elimination efforts, particularly in regions where Mycobacterium leprae persists in the
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New in #INTHEA: Ekpor and colleagues conduct a #review of infertility-related #stigma in #Africa. #GlobalHealth.
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Abstract. Infertility is a significant reproductive health issue with high prevalence rates in Africa, where it is often stigmatized. This systematic revie
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New in #TRSTMH: Datta and colleagues evaluate a new diagnostic method for identifying Entamoeba species, the cause of #Amoebiasis. #GlobalHealth.
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AbstractBackground. Amoebiasis, caused by Entamoeba histolytica, is a major health concern in tropical regions like India. Stool microscopy, the primary di
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RT @WHO: 🌍 #ClimateChange impacts access to resources that support health and longevity. Did you know that over the next 5 years, climate….
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New in #INTHEA: Egwuenu et al conduct a One Health Joint Risk Assessment to identify transmission pathways of Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever in #Nigeria. #GlobalHealth.
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AbstractBackground. Crimean-Congo Haemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) is a severe tick-borne viral disease. Increasing cases in West Africa suggest potential undetec
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New in #TRSTMH: Serrano-Coll and colleagues provide an overview of the immune response, clinical features and emerging diagnostic approaches in #leprosy in this #review. #GlobalHealth.
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Abstract. Leprosy is an infectious disease characterized by a broad immunological spectrum, which underlies its diverse clinical presentations and contribu
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New in #INTHEA: Aboagye and colleagues analysed data from the demographic and health surveys of 21 countries to examine the association between women’s empowerment and barriers to accessing healthcare in #sub-SaharanAfrica. #GlobalHealth.
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AbstractBackground. Women's health is an essential component of the Sustainable Development Goals. We examined how women's empowerment influences barriers
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New in #TRSTMH: Fan et al study the prevalence and risk factors associated with the parasitic zoonosis Anisakis simplex among primary school children in #Makoko, and urban slum in #Nigeria. #GlobalHealth.
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AbstractBackground. Anisakis simplex is a parasitic zoonosis associated with consuming raw or undercooked fish. Despite its global relevance, data from Afr
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New in #INTHEA: Bawuah and colleagues assess the prevalence of contraception-use intentions among women of reproductive age not currently using #contraception in #sub-SaharanAfrica. #GlobalHealth.
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AbstractBackground. This study assesses the prevalence of contraception-use intentions and evaluates the associated factors among non-users in sub-Saharan
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New in #TRSTMH: Chandaluri, Karri and Hanumanthu discuss a case of lepromatous #leprosy in this #LetterToTheEditor. #GlobalHealth.
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New in #INTHEA: Ntenda and colleagues examine the determinants of iron deficiency among preschool-age children in #Malawi. #GlobalHealth.
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AbstractBackground. Poor iron status is a common nutritional condition affecting preschool-age children (PSC) in low-income countries like Malawi. This stu
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New in #TRSTMH: Klayut and colleagues evaluate a new visual detection method for B.pseudomallei, the main cause of the potentially life-threatening disease #melioidosis. #GlobalHealth.
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AbstractBackground. Melioidosis is a potentially life-threatening disease caused by Burkholderia pseudomallei. It is endemic in Southeast Asia and northern
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