Publications by authors named "Hadeel Albedewi"
Background: Children with cystic fibrosis (CF) are expected to have suboptimal serum vitamin D status and altered gut microbiota. The altered gut microbiota is hypothesized to have a pro-inflammatory effect that further complicates the existing respiratory inflammation. Emerging evidence suggests an association between vitamin D and gut microbiota.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The negative psychological impact of COVID-19 in the general population has been well documented. Similar studies among those who were infected and who underwent quarantine remain scarce, particularly in the Arab region. The present study aims to fill this gap.
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- Injury is the leading cause of death in Saudi children, yet details about its prevalence and types remain unclear; this review seeks to summarize existing research on childhood injuries in Saudi Arabia.
- A thorough literature search yielded 36 relevant studies out of 3,384 identified, focusing on injury types and causes among over 20,000 children, predominantly males.
- Falls and motor vehicle collisions are the most common causes of injuries, with significant mortality rates linked to skull/spine fractures and burns; these results can help shape future prevention strategies and highlight the need for more research across the country.