Publications by authors named "Fatema A Ali"
Introduction: Since its emergence, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a radical effect on different aspects of health worldwide. The burden created by the COVID-19 pandemic on healthcare systems has also involved educational and academic activities among healthcare professionals.
Objectives: This study aimed to explore the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the participation of doctors and nurses in educational and academic activities in Bahrain.
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the prevalence of anosmia (loss of smell) and dysgeusia (distorted taste) in COVID-19 patients and their effects on daily life.
- A total of 405 patients were surveyed, revealing that over 50% experienced changes in smell and almost 48% in taste, with significant differences based on sex and nationality.
- The findings highlight that these symptoms, while often temporary, can seriously impact mental wellbeing, eating habits, and daily functioning, suggesting the need for further research on their long-term effects.
Aims: The aim was to assess the quality of practice provided to acute ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) patients at the cardiac center, within a specified time frame and identify possible areas of improvement.
Settings And Design: This is a retrospective standards-based clinical review, including adults diagnosed with acute STEMI between January 1, 2016 and January 1, 2017 of cases admitted and managed at the respective cardiac center.
Subjects And Methods: The study was designed according to recommendations provided by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence guidelines: "The acute management of myocardial infarction with ST-segment elevation;" alongside, the local standard: door-to-balloon time ≤90 min, adopted from the American Heart Association.