Evaluation and characterization of some protective culture metabolites in free and nano-chitosan-loaded forms against common contaminants of Egyptian cheese.

This research attempted to inspect the contribution of lactic acid bacteria (LAB) with nanoparticle application in antimicrobial enhancement. Seven lactic acid cultures-free supernatants (CFSs) in both free and nanoparticles-loaded states were examined against seven foodborne microorganisms. Lactobacillus helveticus followed by Lactobacillus Plantarum possessed considerable antimicrobial activity.

The protective potential of selected lactic acid bacteria against the most common contaminants in various types of cheese in Egypt.

Dairy products, especially cheeses have a great nutritional value and a high consumption level around the world. Considering a widespread consumption of cheeses, there is a growing concern regarding safety and microbiological quality. The current study was designed to conduct a recent evaluation of cheeses microbiological quality.

Nosocomial infections in a neonatal intensive care unit in south-western Saudi Arabia.

A cohort study measured the occurrence and risk factors of nosocomial infections in the neonatal intensive care unit of Abha general hospital, Saudi Arabia. Of 401 neonates who stayed at least 48 hours in the unit, 77 developed infections, a period prevalence of 19.2% and an incidence of 13.

Knowledge and attitudes towards AIDS among Saudi and non-Saudi bus drivers.

We explored the AIDS knowledge and attitudes of long-distance (non-Saudi) and in-city (Saudi) bus drivers in Saudi Arabia. The 69 non-Saudi drivers tended to score higher on knowledge than the 40 Saudi drivers although there were several gaps in their knowledge. As regards attitude, more Saudis knew that chastity could protect against AIDS and both groups tended to think that they were not the kind of people to get AIDS.

The need for traditional birth attendants (dayas) in Saudi Arabia.

Preferences of women living in remote areas regarding delivery place and attendant were surveyed, opinions of primary health care (PHC) doctors about traditional birth attendants' (TBA) maternal care were assessed and training needs for TBAs were identified using questionnaires and a focus group discussion. Home deliveries and TBAs were preferred by approximately 24% and 38% of the women respectively. The fact that they were women and psychological comfort were the main reasons for preferring TBAs.