Publications by authors named "I Zubair"
Objectives: COVID-19 vaccine was rolled out for the public in August 2021 in Zamfara state, Northen Nigeria. We determined the factors influencing COVID-19 vaccine acceptance.
Settings: We executed a community-based analytical cross-sectional study during the first 4 months of the second phase of the COVID-19 (Oxford/AstraZeneca) mass vaccination campaign in Zamfara state.
Article Synopsis
- Crucial physiological processes like neural communication and muscle contraction rely on protein channels in cell membranes that can be gated by stimuli.
- Current synthetic channels fall short of matching the efficiency, selectivity, and gating capabilities of natural ones, but foldamers represent a promising new approach due to their ability to mimic the folded structures of natural proteins.
- This review discusses recent advancements in foldamer channels, showcasing how their unique architectures could lead to the development of highly active and selective synthetic ion channels.
Objective: Delay in the diagnosis of tuberculosis (TB) is a significant problem at both individual and community levels. Delayed diagnosis of TB contributes to more severe disease manifestations, higher risk of death, and higher disease transmission in the community. We conducted this study to assess the extent and associated reasons for delay in diagnosis of pulmonary TB.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe prevalence of low back pain (LBP) among nurses is high. The main aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of an interactive LBP module based on the Back School Program in improving Oswestry Disability Scores (ODSs) among nurses in government hospitals in Penang, Malaysia. A cluster-randomized experimental study was conducted within four public hospitals.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFLow Back Pain and Its Associated Factors among Nurses in Public Hospitals of Penang, Malaysia.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
November 2019
Objectives: To determine the prevalence of low back pain (LBP) and its associated factors among the nurses working in the public hospitals of Penang, Malaysia.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on nurses, aged 25-60 years, who had been working for at least three months at six public hospitals of Penang. A proportionate stratified random sampling method was applied to select 1292 respondents.