Country-specific key lifestyle factors and health outcomes for resource allocation in the general population: a network analysis across 29 countries.

Background: We aimed to identify the central lifestyle, the most impactful among lifestyle factor clusters; the central health outcome, the most impactful among health outcome clusters; and the bridge lifestyle, the most strongly connected to health outcome clusters, across 29 countries to optimise resource allocation for local holistic health improvements.

Methods: From July 2020 to August 2021, we surveyed 16 461 adults across 29 countries who self-reported changes in 18 lifestyle factors and 13 health outcomes due to the pandemic. Three networks were generated by network analysis for each country: lifestyle, health outcome, and bridge networks.

Association between e-health literacy and perceived importance of future pandemic preparedness in sub-saharan Africa.

Introduction: Emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases continue to pose a severe threat to public health in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) and globally. Community-related interventions, such as community e-Health literacy, can contribute to the preparedness to respond effectively to emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases. This study investigated the relationship between e-Health literacy and SSA countries' perceptions of the importance of readiness for potential pandemics.

Development and feasibility of an mHealth intervention for psychoeducational support of Nigerian women diagnosed with breast cancer undergoing chemotherapy: A pilot randomized controlled trial.

Background: Breast cancer (BC) remains a significant health burden globally, with high incidence and mortality rates, particularly in Nigeria. Chemotherapy, a common treatment modality for BC, often leads to various physical and psychological side effects, impacting patients' quality of life. Despite the growing use of mobile health (mHealth) interventions to provide psychoeducational support, there is a paucity of evidence regarding their feasibility and acceptability among Nigerian women with BC.

Current trends and future implications in the utilization of ChatGPT in nursing: A rapid review.

Background: The past decade has witnessed a surge in the development of artificial intelligence (AI)-based technology systems for healthcare. Launched in November 2022, ChatGPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer), an AI-based Chatbot, is being utilized in nursing education, research and practice. However, little is known about its pattern of usage, which prompted this study.

Experiences and needs of persons who have undergone limb amputation in Saki West, Oyo State, Nigeria.

Background: Amputation is a life-changing experience involving the surgical removal of a body part. However, little is known about the experiences of persons who have undergone limb amputation in the Saki West Local Government Area (LGA), which prompted this study.

Methods: An exploratory qualitative study design was used.

Perceptions of healthcare finance and system quality among Nigerian healthcare workers.

Nigeria's healthcare system faces significant challenges in financing and quality, impacting the delivery of services to its growing population. This study investigates healthcare workers' perceptions of these challenges and their implications for healthcare policy and practice. A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 600 healthcare professionals from eight states across Nigeria, representing a variety of healthcare occupations.

Needs and experiences of postgraduate nursing students in Nigeria during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Aim: To explore the experiences and needs of postgraduate nursing students within the Nigerian context.

Design: This qualitative study was conducted using a descriptive phenomenological approach.

Method: Data were collected between February and April 2022 using a purposive sampling method and telephone semi-structured interviews.

Key lifestyles and health outcomes across 16 prevalent chronic diseases: A network analysis of an international observational study.

Background: Central and bridge nodes can drive significant overall improvements within their respective networks. We aimed to identify them in 16 prevalent chronic diseases during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic to guide effective intervention strategies and appropriate resource allocation for most significant holistic lifestyle and health improvements.

Methods: We surveyed 16 512 adults from July 2020 to August 2021 in 30 territories.

Social capital for carers of patients with advanced organ failure: a qualitative exploration of stakeholders' perspectives.

Background: Carers of patients with advanced organ failure (AOF) experience a tremendous caregiving burden. Social capital utilizes the internal strength of a community to support its members and may provide carers with comprehensive support. This study aimed to identify the different sources of social capital that can support carers of patients with AOF from the perspectives of stakeholders.

Erratum: Awareness and practice of breast self-examination among female staff at Babcock University, Nigeria.

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Awareness and practice of breast self-examination among female staff at Babcock University, Nigeria.

Background: Despite the ever-growing breast cancer awareness campaigns in Nigeria, the practice of breast self-examination (BSE) continues to vary widely among women. We aimed to assess breast cancer awareness and practice of BSE among female staff at Babcock University, Ogun State, Nigeria.

Methods: The cross-sectional descriptive design was adopted for this study.

Javanese Women's Experiences during the First Pregnancy.

Background: Women experience physical, hormonal, and psychological changes during pregnancy. Similarly, some traditions are prevalent among Javanese women, which could affect their pregnancy. The experiences of first-time pregnant women in this area remain unclear.

Knowledge, attitude and perception of cesarean section among pregnant women attending antenatal clinic at Babcock University Teaching Hospital, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State.

While the rate of Cesarean Section (CS) has been increasing in developed countries, the same cannot be said about developing countries, especially Nigeria. Despite the various indications of CS that may arise, the CS rate in Nigeria has remained as low as 2.7% as against the 15% acceptable upper limit according to the World Health Organization.

Association between Socioeconomic Status and the Utilization of Maternal Health Services in Nigeria.

Background: Maternal health is the mother's state of well-being before, during, and after conception. Studies have suggested that the increasing maternal mortality rate is preventable provided maternal health services are accessible during pregnancy. This study explored the association between socioeconomic status and the utilization of maternal health services in the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Abeokuta, Ogun State.

Key lifestyles and interim health outcomes for effective interventions in general populations: A network analysis of a large international observational study.

Background: The interconnected nature of lifestyles and interim health outcomes implies the presence of the central lifestyle, central interim health outcome and bridge lifestyle, which are yet to be determined. Modifying these factors holds immense potential for substantial positive changes across all aspects of health and lifestyles. We aimed to identify these factors from a pool of 18 lifestyle factors and 13 interim health outcomes while investigating potential gender and occupation differences.

'Research is the last thing on our minds, we are in crisis': Experiences of Lagos state nurses towards research and scholarly endeavours.

Aim: To explore the experiences of Nigerian nurses in research and scholarly endeavours.

Design: Descriptive phenomenological qualitative study design.

Method: In-depth interviews were conducted among 30 nurses until data saturation was reached.

Global impacts of COVID-19 on lifestyles and health and preparation preferences: An international survey of 30 countries.

Background: The health area being greatest impacted by coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and residents' perspective to better prepare for future pandemic remain unknown. We aimed to assess and make cross-country and cross-region comparisons of the global impacts of COVID-19 and preparation preferences of pandemic.

Methods: We recruited adults in 30 countries covering all World Health Organization (WHO) regions from July 2020 to August 2021.

eHealth literacy was associated with anxiety and depression during the COVID-19 pandemic in Nigeria: a cross-sectional study.

Background: Electronic health (eHealth) literacy may play an important role in individuals' engagement with online mental health-related information.

Aim: To examine associations between eHealth literacy and psychological outcomes among Nigerians during the Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.

Methods: This was a cross-sectional study among Nigerians conducted using the 'COVID-19's impAct on feaR and hEalth (CARE) questionnaire.

Satisfaction and perceived impact of virtual learning during COVID-19 lockdown: A case study of an online nursing research conference.

Aim: This study aimed to assess nurses' satisfaction and perceptions of the impact of virtual learning.

Design: A descriptive cross-sectional survey.

Method: 236 nurses attending an online conference from several parts of Nigeria participated in the study.

Experiences of community tuberculosis volunteers in Ibadan north local government: A qualitative study.

Background: Although several efforts have gone into combating tuberculosis (TB) in Nigeria, the country remains one of the worst hit with TB globally. Community Tuberculosis Care (CTBC) which refers to community TB efforts taken beyond the confines of the hospital facilities, has been suggested as a means to reach TB cases not reported or diagnosed. However, CTBC is in the formative stage in Nigeria, and the experiences of Community Tuberculosis Volunteers (CTVs) remain unclear.

Awareness of Nigerian Mothers on the Risk Factors, Prevention and Management of Seizures in Newborns.

Objectives: The study aimed to assess the awareness of mothers on the risk factors, prevention, and management of seizures in newborns.

Materials & Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted on 359 mothers using simple random sampling. The data were collected using questionnaires that included general awareness, awareness of the causes, risk factors, prevention, and management.

Knowledge and acceptability of cervical cancer screening among female undergraduates in Babcock University Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria.

Background: Cervical cancer (CC) is currently the fourth most common cancer among women. There are several factors which have, in recent times, posed a threat to the recognition and acceptance of CC screening in Nigeria. This study was undertaken to assess the predictors of knowledge of female undergraduates at Babcock University, Ogun State, Nigeria, on CC screening and the level of acceptance readiness.

Causes, enablers and perceived solutions to teenage pregnancy: a qualitative study in a South-Western State in Nigeria.

Introduction: teenage pregnancy remains a major public health issue in Nigeria with many teenagers being fated to early motherhood resulting in a life filled with turmoil. The aim of this study was to explore the perspectives of teachers and students of high schools on the causes, enablers and solutions to teenage pregnancy.

Methods: this study employed an exploratory design using a qualitative approach.

Coping Experiences of Nigerian Women during Pregnancy and Labour: A Qualitative Study.

Background: Pregnancy and labour are defining moments in the lives of women. While these are joyful moments for many, some physical and psychological issues have been reported during labour and pregnancy. This study was conducted to explore the coping experiences of Nigerian women during pregnancy and labour.