Barriers to Medication Adherence in People Living With Epilepsy.

Background And Objectives: Epilepsy affects approximately 1.2% of the US population, resulting in 3.4 million Americans with active epilepsy.

Incidence of silent venous thromboembolism after total hip arthroplasty: A comparison of rivaroxaban and enoxaparin.

Propose: Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is associated with a significant risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE). Different thromboprophylaxis strategies have been used to prevent VTE. The primary aim of this study was to report the incidence of VTE and compare the efficacy and safety of rivaroxaban to enoxaparin.

Assessing Hand Hygiene and Low-Level Disinfection of Equipment Compliance in an Acute Care Setting: Mixed Methods Approach.

Background: Hand hygiene and low-level disinfection of equipment behaviors among hospital staff are some of the leading cost-effective methods to reduce hospital-acquired infections (HAI) among patients.

Objective: The aim of this study is to examine hand hygiene and low-level disinfection of equipment practices in a central Texas hospital and to explore pertaining gaps, perceptions, and challenges.

Methods: Data were collected using a multipronged mixed methods approach that included the following: (1) observation of hand hygiene and low-level disinfection practices (12 and 8 units during morning and evening shifts, respectively); (2) observation of usability/placement of hand sanitizer dispensers; (3) semistructured interviews; and (4) a follow-up email survey.

The effect of vitamin D supplementation on the glycemic control of pre-diabetic Qatari patients in a randomized control trial.

Background: Vitamin D deficiency is associated with indicators of pre-diabetes including, insulin resistance, β-cell dysfunction and elevated plasma glucose with controversial findings from current trials. This study aims to investigate the long-term effect of vitamin D on glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity in pre-diabetic and highly vitamin-deficient subjects.

Methods: One hundred thirty-two participants were randomized to 30,000 IU vitamin D weekly for 6 months.

The Relationship between Lifestyle Factors and Obesity Indices among Adolescents in Qatar.

Physical inactivity, sedentary behaviour and an unhealthy diet are factors that may increase weight and general and/or abdominal obesity. To evaluate the relationship between general and abdominal obesity and lifestyle factors among adolescents in Qatar. The study data are based on the Arab Teens Lifestyle Study (ATLS).

Knowledge and Perception of Diabetes and Available Services among Diabetic Patients in the State of Qatar.

Introduction: Diabetes is a major public health concern in Qatar. This study examined diabetes knowledge and perception of available services for diabetes control among diabetic patients in Qatar.

Methods: Data from 300 diabetic patients were collected through face-to-face interviews using a semi-structured questionnaire between February and May 2015 at Hamad Medical Corporation healthcare facilities in Qatar.

Trends in the leading causes of childhood mortality from 2004 to 2016 in Qatar.

Introduction: Childhood mortality is an important health indicator that reflects the overall health status of a population. Despite the decrease in global childhood mortality rates over the past decades, it still remains an important public health issue in Qatar.

Methods: The data from 2004-2016 were extracted from the Qatar Ministry of Public Health Birth and Death Database.

Public Awareness and Perceptions about Diabetes in the State of Qatar.

Introduction Diabetes is a well-known global public health challenge affecting millions globally. The aims of this study are to examine the community diabetes knowledge, perceptions, and awareness among the public in Qatar regarding (1) disease symptoms, risk factors, complications, prevention, and associated behaviors, and (2) local diabetes campaigns and available services or resources. Methods This study involved a total of 501 respondents selected through purposive sampling from major public malls and public places in Doha, Qatar between February and May 2015.

An Overview of Infant Mortality Trends in Qatar from 2004 to 2014.

Background Infant mortality is an important health indicator that estimates population well-being. Infant mortality has declined globally but is still a major public health challenge. This article provides the characteristics, causes, burden, and trends of infant mortality in Qatar.

Enhancing Public Health Capacity by using Epidemiological Teams in a Public Health Setting.

Epidemiological (Epi) team is a team of diverse and multidisciplinary public health professionals who provide support and strength to the capacity of an agency during an event where the need for resources is beyond the routine capability. The Epi teams consist of a staff with skills ranging from specialty areas such as epidemiology, environmental health, health preparedness, nursing, health education, laboratory technology, etc. Establishment of Epi teams could be a very useful addition to a public health department and could lead to the early, efficient, and effective response to public health emergencies.

An Overview of Food Patterns and Diet Quality in Qatar: Findings from the National Household Income Expenditure Survey.

Introduction: Availability of accurate data pertaining to a population's dietary patterns and associated health outcomes is critical for proper development and implementation of related policies. This article is a first attempt to share the food patterns, amounts and diet quality among households (HH) in Qatar.

Methods: Data from the 2012-2013 Qatar National Household Income and Expenditure Survey (HIES) was used.

Situation of Diabetes and Related Factors Among Qatari Adults: Findings From a Community-Based Survey.

Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a prominent public health problem in Qatar with one of the highest prevalence in the Gulf Cooperation Council region. Obesity continues to be a challenging public health problem in Qatar along with other social determinants contributing to the high DM prevalence.

Objective: This paper examines the data from Qatar National STEPS survey (2012) to determine diabetes prevalence among Qatari adults and identify the effect of both generalized and central obesity on it.

Epidemiologic Investigation of Injuries Associated With the 2013 Fertilizer Plant Explosion in West, Texas.

Objective: On April 17, 2013, a fire and subsequent explosion occurred at the West Fertilizer Company plant in West, Texas, and caused extensive damage to the adjacent neighborhood. This investigation described the fatal and nonfatal injuries caused by the explosion.

Methods: Persons injured by the fertilizer plant explosion were identified through death certificates, medical examination reports, medical records, and survivor interviews.

Appendicitis in a malrotated gut: an unusual cause of left upper quadrant abdominal pain.

In this case report, we present a case of young male with left sided acute appendicitis who presented with left upper quadrant abdominal pain. The purpose of this report is to increase awareness in the emergency physicians and young surgeons of this rare presentation, with high suspicion of index could lead to facilitate early recognition and decrease morbidity and mortality.

Total hip arthroplasty following failure of dynamic hip screw fixation of fractures of the proximal femur.

Thirty-two patients (11 male, 21 female) with a mean age of 64 years were prospectively studied after undergoing total hip replacement after failed treatment of intertrochanteric fractures. One patient had bilateral surgery. The mean time from primary surgery to the salvage arthroplasty was 15 months (range, 4 to 32 months).

Immuno-spin trapping of protein and DNA radicals: "tagging" free radicals to locate and understand the redox process.

Biomolecule-centered radicals are intermediate species produced during both reversible (redox modulation) and irreversible (oxidative stress) oxidative modification of biomolecules. These oxidative processes must be studied in situ and in real time to understand the molecular mechanism of cell adaptation or death in response to changes in the extracellular environment. In this regard, we have developed and validated immuno-spin trapping to tag the redox process, tracing the oxidatively generated modification of biomolecules, in situ and in real time, by detecting protein- and DNA-centered radicals.

Locking plate construct for femoral shaft fractures in skeletally immature patients.

Different methods of internal fixation are used in the treatment of femoral shaft fractures. Results of locked plate fixation in adults have been encouraging. A locking plate construct with a standard broad Dynamic Compression Plate (DCP) and 4.

Inhalation of environmental stressors & chronic inflammation: autoimmunity and neurodegeneration.

Human life expectancy and welfare has decreased because of the increase in environmental stressors in the air. An environmental stressor is a natural or human-made component present in our environment that upon reaching an organic system produces a coordinated response. This response usually involves a modification of the metabolism and physiology of the system.

Ulnar plating for the treatment of unstable fractures of the forearm in children.

Different methods of internal fixation are used to treat unstable forearm fractures in children. Results of single bone fixation are comparable to those with both bone fixations with a lesser morbidity. Eighteen skeletally immature patients with unstable forearm fractures were treated by ulnar plating.

Conversion total hip arthroplasty: functional outcome in Egyptian population.

Hemiarthroplasty has been successfully used for treatment of femoral neck fractures in the elderly. With increased demand being placed on the prostheses, some of them failed and had to be converted to total hip replacement. The aim of this study is to evaluate the result of conversion arthroplasty in Egyptian population.