Publications by authors named "Mai Al-Kaila"
Article Synopsis
- - The study investigates the genetic variation and spread of the SARS-CoV-2 Delta Variant in Palestine in August 2021, analyzing 571 positive COVID-19 samples from eight districts.
- - Key findings revealed four dominant lineages of the Delta Variant and identified eight spatial clusters, indicating significant localized transmission across regions, particularly in Al-Khalil.
- - Genetic diversity analysis showed high haplotype diversity but low nucleotide diversity, suggesting ongoing population dynamics and genetic differentiation between Palestinian districts, with implications for virus transmission and surveillance strategies.
This study aimed to assess the prevalence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) total antibodies in the north, middle, and south regions of West Bank and the prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 specific antibodies (IgA, IgM, and IgG) in the Palestinian population. This was a cross-sectional study. The serological and epidemiological data of 1269 persons were assessed.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFWith the planned COVID-19 vaccine, vaccine hesitation is a great challenge, particularly for healthcare professionals. In this study, we examined the acceptance of the COVID-19 vaccine by health care workers, their concerns about it, and the reasons that might prevent them from getting vaccinated. We conducted a cross-sectional study using an anonymous online survey from December 25, 2020, to January 6, 2021.
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