Emergency medical service interventions and experiences during pandemics: A scoping review. by Despina Laparidou, Ffion Curtis, Nimali Wijegoonewardene, Joseph Akanuwe, Dedunu Dias Weligamage, Prasanna Dinesh Koggalage, Aloysius Niroshan Siriwardena

“…<h4>Background</h4>The global impact of COVID-19 has been profound, with efforts to manage and contain the virus placing increased pressure on healthcare systems and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in particular. …”
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Artificial intelligence and machine learning in mobile apps for mental health: A scoping review. by Madison Milne-Ives, Emma Selby, Becky Inkster, Ching Lam, Edward Meinert

“…Mental health conditions can have significant negative impacts on wellbeing and healthcare systems. Despite their high prevalence worldwide, there is still insufficient recognition and accessible treatments. …”
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Safety attitudes, burnout and well-being among healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic: an Indo-Pacific regional cross-sectional study by Abhiram Kanneganti, Benjamin Yong Qiang Tan, Nik Hisamuddin Nik Ab Rahman, Aloysius Sheng-Ting Leow, Max Denning, Ee Teng Goh, Lucas Jun Hao Lim, Ching-Hui Sia, Ying Xian Chua, James Kinross, Melanie Tan, Li Feng Tan, Yi Min Wan, Arvind Sharma, Rivan Danuaji, RN Komal Kumar, Chew Keng Sheng, Cheah Phee Kheng, Sarah Shaikh Abdul Karim, Mohd Najib Abdul Ghani, Suhaimi Mahmud, Yiong Huak Chan, Vijay Kumar Sharma, Kang Sim, Shirley Beng Suat Ooi

“…Introduction: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has had an unprecedented impact in Asia and has placed significant burden on already stretched healthcare systems. We examined the impact of COVID-19 on the safety attitudes among healthcare workers (HCWs), as well as their associated demographic and occupational factors, and measures of burnout, depression and anxiety. …”
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Associations between job demands, job resources and patient-related burnout among physicians: results from a multicentre observational study by Joost van den Berg, Renée Scheepers, Milou Silkens, Kiki Lombarts

“…However, the specific support needed to effectively reduce patient-related burnout may vary per healthcare context and thus requires intensified research across healthcare systems and settings.…”
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Potential for eliminating COVID-19 in Thailand through third-dose vaccination: A modeling approach by Pannathon Kreabkhontho, Watchara Teparos, Thitiya Theparod

“…These findings underscore the importance of targeted vaccination efforts and proactive public health interventions in mitigating the spread of COVID-19 and minimizing the burden on healthcare systems. Our study provides valuable insights into the optimization of vaccination strategies for epidemic control, offering guidance for policymakers and healthcare authorities in Thailand and beyond. …”
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Consolidating Medical Education in Sudan During War by Mohamed H. Taha, Nazik E. Husain, Wail Nuri Osman Mukhtar, Mohamed Elhassan Abdalla

“…These solutions empower students and faculty, enhance resilience, and contribute to improving healthcare systems in post-war Sudan. …”
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Evaluation of Arterial Stiffness Using Pulse Wave Velocity and Augmentation Index in Patients with Chronic Venous Insufficiency by Mustafa Dogdus, Onur Akhan, Mehmet Ozyasar, Ahmet Yilmaz, Mehmet Sait Altintas

“…Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) is a common pathology of the circulatory system and is associated with a high morbidity for the patients and causes high costs for the healthcare systems. Arterial stiffness has been shown to be a predictor of cardiovascular events and mortality. …”
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Effectiveness of interventions for dry eye: a protocol for an overview of systematic reviews by Tianjing Li, Paul McCann, Riaz Qureshi, Zanna Kruoch

“…Introduction Dry eye is a leading cause of ocular morbidity and economic and societal burden for patients and healthcare systems. There are several treatment options available for dry eye and high-quality systematic reviews synthesise the evidence for their effectiveness and potential harms.Methods and analysis We will search the Cochrane Eyes and Vision US satellite (CEV@US) database of eyes and vision systematic reviews for systematic reviews on interventions for dry eye. …”
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A Review of Total Hip Arthroplasty Comparison in FNF and OA Patients by Jakub Szczesiul, Marek Bielecki

“…The preoperative and postoperative pathways for patients suffering from these two diseases differ, yet worldwide, many national healthcare systems underestimate or misinterpret the (more than nuanced) care plan differences of the two. …”
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Patterns of outpatient proton‒pump inhibitors use among older adults in a duplicative health system: comparing public and private prescribing by Sónia Romano, António Teixeira Rodrigues, Carla Torre, Julian Perelman

“…Abstract Background Proton-pump-inhibitors (PPIs) are overprescribed, posing challenges to patients and healthcare systems. In Portugal, the public National Health Service (NHS) provides universal coverage and reimburses medication regardless of prescription origin, i.e., public or private. …”
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Prevalence and associated factors of uncontrolled blood pressure among hypertensive patients in a rural population of Salem, Tamil Nadu by Shankar Radhakrishnan, B Sanjana Arunthathi, S Arulprakash, S Sangeetha

“…It imposes a substantial burden on healthcare systems, particularly in low and middle-income countries like India. …”
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How effective and cost-effective are behaviour change interventions in improving the prescription and use of antibiotics in low-income and middle-income countries? A protocol for a... by Mishal Khan, Virginia Wiseman, Neha Batura, Carla Cuevas

“…Introduction Antibiotic resistance endangers effective prevention and treatment of infections, and places significant burden on patients, families, communities and healthcare systems. Low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs) are especially vulnerable to antibiotic resistance, owing to high infectious disease burden, and limited resources for treatment. …”
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Effectiveness of integrated chronic care interventions for older people with different frailty levels: a systematic review protocol by Gurch Randhawa, David Hewson, Nimra Khan

“…Introduction Frailty poses a huge burden to individuals, their families and to healthcare systems. Several interventions have been evaluated for the improvement of outcomes for older people with frailty, including integrated care interventions. …”
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Clean delivery kit use in low-and middle-income countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Natnael Atnafu Gebeyehu, Yibeltal Assefa Atalay, Kirubel Dagnaw Tegegne, Gebeyaw Biset, Kelemu Abebe Gelaw

“…Conclusion In summary, the proportion of clean delivery kits use was 54%. Healthcare systems should focus on different strategies to improve clean delivery kit use.…”
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Responsiveness of services rendered at primary healthcare facilities of Bharatpur, Nepal: a cross-sectional study by Anup Adhikari, Damaru Prasad Paneru, Amshu Pokhrel

“…Introduction Responsiveness of services refers to the way healthcare systems and providers interact with patients and how well they meet patients’ non-clinical expectations and needs. …”
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Views and opinions of the general public about the reimbursement of expensive medicines in the Netherlands. by Féline E V Scheijmans, Roosmarijn van der Wal, Margot L Zomers, Johannes J M van Delden, W Ludo van der Pol, Ghislaine J M W van Thiel

“…<h4>Objectives</h4>Solidarity-based healthcare systems are being challenged by the incremental costs of new and expensive medicines for cancer and rare diseases. …”
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COVID-19 impact on HIV PrEP uptake and retention at selected health facilities in Eswatini by Musa B. Ginindza, Nondumiso Ncube, Renier Coetzee

“…Contribution: This study highlights the importance of responsive healthcare systems and tailored approaches to maintaining HIV prevention during public health crises.…”
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Experiences of healthcare professionals returning to work post breast cancer diagnosis in China: A descriptive qualitative study by Bijun Mao, Ya Shen, Yan Chen, Peihong Zhou, Yuping Pan

“…Numerous studies have reported that BC survivors encounter employment challenges due to cognitive limitations, alongside factors. healthcare Professional has a good educational background and a good cognitive level and is also the closest combination of sociocultural tradition and healthcare systems, however, there is a lack of studies on their experience as BC survivors. …”
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Understanding repeated non-attendance in health services: a pilot analysis of administrative data and full study protocol for a national retrospective cohort by Alex McConnachie, Philip Wilson, Ross McQueenie, David A Ellis, Andrea E Williamson

“…We shall identify key factors associated with serial missed appointments and potential interactions that might predict them.Ethics and dissemination The results of the project will inform debates concerning how best to reduce non-attendance and increase patient engagement within healthcare systems. Significant non-academic beneficiaries include governments, policymakers and medical practitioners. …”
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Recognition and Management of Postpartum Hemorrhage by Tasabih Ali EL Hassan Mohamed, Edwin Chandraharan, Yang Pan

“…Therefore, it is vital that adequate healthcare infrastructure, trained and competent healthcare professionals, and immediate access to resources, interventions, and multidisciplinary teams are essential both in well-resourced and resource-restrained healthcare systems. Healthcare professionals must identify the potential risk factors for PPH and initiate preventive measures whenever possible. …”
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