Side Effects of COVID-19 Vaccines in Iraqi Kurdistan: A Population-Based Study.

Background and aim The COVID-19 pandemic has globally impacted all sectors. Early vaccine development was crucial to curb the spread of the virus. However, concerns about vaccine safety and side effects have led to hesitancy.

Assessing COVID-19 outcomes among healthcare workers: a retrospective study.

Introduction: The purpose of this research was to investigate the outcomes of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection in healthcare workers, assess the incidence of infection among them, and identify factors linked to the severity of the disease.

Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted retrospectively in Duhok city, Kurdistan Region of Iraq, from September 2021 to January 2023.

Results: The study included 1,958 participants, of whom 1,338 (68.

Hepatitis B vaccination status and knowledge, attitude, and practice towards Hepatitis B virus among medical sciences students: A cross-sectional study.

Background And Aims: Healthcare staff are at high risk of occupational exposure to Hepatitis B and other blood-borne diseases. Lack of education about the knowledge of Hepatitis B virus contributes to an increase in cases. This study aims to determine the knowledge of the Hepatitis B virus among the medical professionals in Duhok province, Kurdistan Region of Iraq, and to determine their knowledge of the importance of vaccination.

A study of anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibody positivity in Duhok City, Iraq.

Introduction: The study aimed to investigate the positivity rate of anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibodies and associated factors.

Methodology: Data and blood samples were collected between January 10th and December 30th, 2021 based on COVID-19 infection by using a designated questionnaire. The blood samples were used for the detection of total SARS-CoV-2 antibodies.

A study of long COVID-19 in Duhok, Kurdistan region, Iraq.

Introduction: Long COVID-19 refers to a range of symptoms and complications that persist after being infected with COVID-19 or develop some time after recovery. Our study aimed at assessing the prevalence of long COVID-19 in Duhok city, Iraq and its correlation with epidemiological and clinical variables.

Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted between March and August 2022.

Human papillomavirus (HPV) genotype prevalence and impact of COVID-19 on the HPV prevention program in Duhok city.

Introduction And Aims: Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted virus that can cause cervical cancer. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of HPV infection, the prevalent HPV genotypes in women and men with recurrent genital infections, and the impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on the HPV prevention program.

Materials And Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in Duhok city, in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, between January 2018 and September 2020.

Strict social distancing measures helped early control of SARS-CoV-2 spread in Duhok city, Iraq.

The aim of this letter is to discuss the pandemic management measures, including social distancing and community containment, taken in Duhok city in Northern Iraq, where a few patients were infected with COVID-19. During the first three months of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) pandemic, 15 patients were diagnosed with SARS-CoV-2 in Duhok city. All the patients were asymptomatic and were discharged to their home within 10 ± 3.

Phylogenetic relatedness of methicillin-resistant isolates from the host community and Syrian refugees in Duhok Governorate based on .

Objectives: The aim of the study was to investigate the genetic relatedness between methicillin-resistant (MRSA) strains isolated from the host community of Duhok City and Syrian refugees based on the partial sequences of the gene, and to investigate the prevalence of SCC and vancomycin resistance.

Methods: Thirty MRSA isolates that had previously been detected and characterized were included. PCR was used for SCC typing, vancomycin detection, and amplification of the gene for sequencing.

A study of HBV infection and its risk factors in pregnant women in Zakho city, Iraq.

Background: Despite vaccine and antiviral treatment availability, hepatitis B virus (HBV) continues to circulate among pregnant women in Iraq. HBV spread is due to many factors. This study evaluated HBV prevalence among pregnant women and Syrian refugees residing in Zakho city, Iraq, and identified risk factors associated with infection.

A study of SARS-CoV-2 delta variant breakthrough infections and side effects of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine.

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the breakthrough infection rate and safety profile of the AstraZeneca vaccine.

Methods: The breakthrough COVID-19 infection rate was defined as a positive polymerase chain reaction test 14 days after the vaccine dose. Safety was assessed as local reactions and systemic events that occurred within 14 days of receiving vaccine doses.

Home management scheme for patients with severe covid-19 in Duhok city, Kurdistan region of Iraq: a possible role for family physicians.

Aim: This study investigated the clinical characteristics and outcomes of patients with severe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) who were involved in the home management scheme in Duhok city.

Materials And Methods: This prospective descriptive study enrolled Kurdish patients diagnosed with severe COVID-19 between June 1 and November 1, 2020, and were treated at home.

Results: The average age of the patients was 59.

A rare case of absolute thrombocytopaenia in a COVID-19 patient: Case report.

Introduction: Thrombocytopaenia, one of the most common haematological disorders worldwide, is characterised by platelet counts <150,000/mm. Patients with coronavirus disease (COVID-19) were found to commonly exhibit haematological abnormalities, often with mild forms of thrombocytopaenia. Absolute thrombocytopaenia tends to be rare among these patients and is believed to be secondary to immune-induced thrombocytopaenia.

Possible COVID-19 reinfection case in Duhok City, Kurdistan: A case report.

Since the discovery of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has become the most important health-care crisis globally, having spread to millions of people worldwide. Patients who recover from COVID-19 are still susceptible to reinfection. In this report, we present the case of a patient who had recovered from COVID-19.

Impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the elimination of hepatitis C virus in Duhok, Kurdistan, Iraq: A retrospective cross-sectional study.

Background And Aim: Infection with hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a public health threat worldwide. The World Health Organization aims to eliminate HCV. However, the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has led to a severe compromise in health services, and this has halted efforts to eliminate HCV.

Assessment of knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward COVID-19 virus among university students in Kurdistan region, Iraq: Online cross-sectional study.

Background And Aim: The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the novel coronavirus infection COVID-19 as a pandemic on March 11, 2020. Adherence to infection control measures is potentially influenced by people's knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) about the infection. This project was performed to assess the KAP toward COVID-19 of university students in Kurdistan Region, Iraq.

The impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the care of patients with kidney diseases in Duhok City, Kurdistan Region of Iraq.

Background And Aims: The coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic impacted healthcare services for kidney disease patients. Lockdown and social distancing were mandated in Kurdistan, Iraq to combat the transmission of the infection. The report analyzed the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on kidney disease patient care in Duhok City, Kurdistan Region of Iraq.

Characterization of different virulent factors in methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus isolates recovered from Iraqis and Syrian refugees in Duhok city, Iraq.

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a serious public health problem. There is limited information regarding the genetics of MRSA strains among the native Iraqi and incoming Syrian refugee communities. We aimed to characterize the genotypes and different virulence factors of MRSA in strains isolated from these two communities.