scholarly journals COVID-19 and its ramifications for cancer patients in low-resource settings: Ghana as a case study

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nuworza Kugbey ◽  
Naomi Ohene-Oti ◽  
Verna Vanderpuye
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Low Resource Settings ◽  
Low Resource

scholarly journals Wearables beyond borders: A case study of barriers to gait assessment in low-resource settings

Maturitas ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 137 ◽  
pp. 7-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Godfrey ◽  
C. Aranda ◽  
A. Hussain ◽  
M. Barreto ◽  
T. Rocha ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Resource Settings ◽  
Low Resource ◽  
Gait Assessment

scholarly journals Wearable remote monitoring for patients with COVID-19 in low-resource settings: case study

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (Suppl 1) ◽  
pp. s12-s15
Author(s):  
Nguyen Van Vinh Chau ◽  
Ho Bich Hai ◽  
Heloise Greeff ◽  
Khanh Phan Nguyen Quoc ◽  
Huynh Trung Trieu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Remote Monitoring ◽  
Low Resource Settings ◽  
Low Resource

scholarly journals The Potential Use of Volatile Biomarkers for Malaria Diagnosis

Diagnostics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (12) ◽  
pp. 2244
Author(s):  
Hwa Chia Chai ◽  
Kek Heng Chua
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Malaria Diagnosis ◽  
Pathogen Transmission ◽  
Sample Collection ◽  
Low Resource Settings ◽  
Low Resource ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
Potential Use ◽  
Volatile Biomarkers ◽  
Biting Behavior

Pathogens may change the odor and odor-related biting behavior of the vector and host to enhance pathogen transmission. In recent years, volatile biomarker investigations have emerged to identify odors that are differentially and specifically released by pathogens and plants, or the pathogen-infected or even cancer patients. Several studies have reported odors or volatile biomarkers specifically detected from the breath and skin of malaria-infected individuals. This review will discuss the potential use of these odors or volatile biomarkers for the diagnosis of malaria. This approach not only allows for the non-invasive mean of sample collection but also opens up the opportunity to develop a biosensor for malaria diagnosis in low-resource settings.

Surgical outcome and ethics in adopting new surgical technique in low resource settings: A case study in haemorrhoid surgery

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 9
Author(s):  
Ashutosh Silodia ◽  
Priya Singh ◽  
Arvind Baghel ◽  
VirendraPratap Singh Saytode ◽  
SanjayKumar Yadav ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Surgical Technique ◽  
Surgical Outcome ◽  
Low Resource Settings ◽  
Low Resource ◽  
New Surgical Technique

Translating research into practice in low-resource settings: An Australian case study of early autism service provision in a regional town

2017 ◽  
Vol 43 (1) ◽  
pp. 40-48
Author(s):  
Teresa Iacono ◽  
Cheryl Dissanayake ◽  
Kristelle Hudry ◽  
David Trembath ◽  
Shane Erickson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Service Provision ◽  
Low Resource Settings ◽  
Low Resource ◽  
Australian Case

scholarly journals Detection of high-risk pregnancies in low-resource settings: a case study in Guatemala

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Patricia Hanna Crispín Milart ◽  
Ignacio Prieto-Egido ◽  
Cesar Augusto Díaz Molina ◽  
Andrés Martínez-Fernández
Keyword(s):  
High Risk ◽  
Low Resource Settings ◽  
Low Resource

scholarly journals Developing and Evaluating Culturally and Literacy Appropriate Cancer Patient Education Materials for Haiti

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (3_suppl) ◽  
pp. 55s-56s
Author(s):  
Lauren E. Schleimer ◽  
Peter-Gens Desameau ◽  
Ruth Damuse ◽  
Maia Olsen ◽  
Veronica Manzo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Patient Education ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Cancer Patient ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Conflicts Of Interest ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Low Resource Settings ◽  
Low Resource ◽  
Resource Setting ◽  
Written Materials

Abstract 21 Background: New efforts are being made to bring modern cancer medicine to patients in low- resource settings, where limited public awareness of cancer and health literacy pose significant challenges. Partners In Health (PIH) launched its first cancer program in Haiti in collaboration with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Brigham and Women's Hospital; however, no patient education materials appropriate for Haiti existed. Global Oncology has developed written educational materials based on cancer patient needs in low-resource settings. Objectives are to: 1) Adapt Global Oncology's patient education materials to be culturally and literacy appropriate for Haiti; 2) Assess the effectiveness of written materials for cancer patient education in a low-resource setting. Methods: Feedback from staff at the PIH-affiliated Hôpital Universitaire de Mirebalais (HUM) was incorporated into the pilot materials. We recruited 33 chemotherapy patients at HUM for interviews (n=20) and two focus groups (n=13). Patients were presented the booklet by the Oncology social worker, and pre- and post-counseling tests were administered. Qualitative data regarding booklet design and content was collected through observation of counseling sessions, interview questions and focus group discussions. Providers were surveyed with a questionnaire and proposed modifications to the booklet were discussed during a provider focus group. Results: Patients across all levels of education significantly increased their knowledge from pre-test (m=49.2%, sd= 19.5%) to post-test (m=87.9% sd = 8.9%; t(19)=10.07, p<0.0001). Patients felt reassured by the booklet. Many wanted to share the booklet with family and friends to teach them about cancer. Patients valued hearing about the side effects of chemotherapy and the precautions to take during treatment, but they also wanted more information about the causes of cancer and whether a cure is possible. Providers expressed a desire for the materials to include a definition of palliative versus curative treatment and to improve the explanation of cancer as a disease. Conclusion: Written patient education materials designed for low-resource settings enhance discussions between patients and providers, and can be a tool for disseminating information beyond the hospital to the family, friends and caregivers of cancer patients. Incorporating patient and provider feedback is essential to ensure written materials are culturally and literacy appropriate for the local patient population. AUTHORS' DISCLOSURES OF POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST: Lauren E. Schleimer No relationship to disclose Peter-Gens Desameau No relationship to disclose Ruth Damuse No relationship to disclose Maia Olsen No relationship to disclose Veronica Manzo No relationship to disclose Rachael Guay No relationship to disclose Ami S. Bhatt No relationship to disclose Carlos Cardenas No relationship to disclose Franklin W. Huang Stock or Other Ownership: GlaxoSmithKline, Abbvie Lawrence N. Shulman No relationship to disclose

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