Interventions designed to improve medication adherence, and blood pressure control have not been effective globally. There is limited comprehensive understanding regarding the level of drug adherence to antihypertensive medications in Ethiopia, particularly in the study area. This study aimed to assess adherence to antihypertensive medication and associated factors among patients with hypertension on follow-up at public health facilities of Adama town, Oromia, Ethiopia.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Factors contributing to individual differences in knee osteoarthritis remain elusive. Dispositional traits and socioeconomic status are independent predictors of mental and physical health, although significant variability remains. Dispositional traits serve as the biological interface for life experiences.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground And Objective: Ampullary carcinoma (AMPAC) taxonomy is based on morphology and immunohistochemistry. This classification lacks prognostic reliability and unique genetic associations. We applied an approach of integrative genomics characterising patients with AMPAC exploring molecular subtypes that may guide personalised treatments.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The global burden of cardiovascular diseases is increasing rapidly, and changing trends in epidemiological risk factors are identified among diverse Indian population. There has been a significant increase in heart attack deaths over the past 3 years after the COVID-19 pandemic. Are we missing a link? There is an urgent need for studies to confirm any epidemiological shift in coronary artery disease (CAD) risk factors.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAutism Spectrum Disorder(ASD) is a type of neurological disorder that is common among children. The diagnosis of this disorder at an early stage is the key to reducing its effects. The major symptoms include anxiety, lack of communication, and less social interaction.
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