Publications by authors named "G A Mensah"
Ethical issues arise in the context of implementation science that may differ from those encountered in other research settings. This report, developed out of a workshop convened by the Center for Translation Research and Implementation Science within the United States National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, identifies six key themes that are important to the assessment of ethical dimensions of implementation science. First, addressing ethical challenges in implementation science does not require new ethical principles, commitments, or regulations.
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- The review emphasizes the slow adoption of evidence-based treatments after cardiovascular trials, necessitating early focus on implementation during treatment development and testing.
- It discusses the principles of implementation science, common obstacles, and strategies to promote better integration of these practices into clinical trials.
- The authors suggest various methods to improve early implementation, such as involving diverse stakeholders, modifying eligibility criteria, aligning trials with healthcare systems, and conducting economic analyses, supported by case examples for practical guidance.
The United States has seen increasing trends of maternal mortality in recent years. Within this health crisis there are large disparities whereby underserved and minoritized populations are bearing a larger burden of maternal morbidity and mortality. While new interventions to improve maternal health are being developed, there are opportunities for greater integration of existing evidence-based interventions into routine practice, especially for underserved populations, including those residing in maternity care deserts.
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- The study analyzed the prevalence of co-infections with parasites in newly diagnosed pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) patients compared to non-TB participants in Bobo-Dioulasso from 2019 to 2021, finding a higher frequency of parasitic infections in the TB group (69.5% vs. 55.7%).
- Protozoal infections, especially by Entamoeba spp. and Cryptosporidium spp., were significantly more prevalent in TB+ patients, indicating a strong link between TB and certain types of parasites.
- Factors such as illiteracy, smoking, and inadequate hygiene practices (like not washing hands after defecation) were identified as potential contributors to parasite infections, suggesting a need for improved health