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Newest firstBackground Cannabis supply methods vary depending on the country, legislation, availability, and population characteristics. In many countries, cannabis consumption remains illegal and poses a major public health concern. Therefore, it is essential to study the factors associated with cannabis supply. Methods Data were obtained from the 2017 French ESCAPAD and Health Barometer surveys (HBS). ESCAPAD is a national…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background Cannabis use patterns have evolved over time, with increasing persistence into adulthood. This study aims to identify cannabis use trajectories from adolescence to adulthood and to examine the influence of early individual and family factors on these trajectories. Methods This study included 622 participants from the French TEMPO cohort who reported cannabis use between 1999 and 2021, based on 14 measur…
BackgroundArboviruses like Yellow Fever Virus (YFV), Dengue Virus (DENV), Chikungunya Virus (CHIKV), and West Nile Virus (WNV) frequently cause outbreaks in sub-Saharan Africa. Identifying risk factors in children can improve diagnosis, treatment, and prevention strategies. This study identified factors associated with seropositivity to YFV, DENV, CHIKV and WNV among children in Teso South Sub-County, Western Keny…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundType 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a global health concern associated with complications that significantly impact patients quality of life and place significant burdens on healthcare systems. While the prevalence of T2DM is rising in Ethiopia, the scope and factors contributing to its complications remain understudied. Hence, this study aimed to assess the burden and identify associated factors of chron…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundNon-communicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, with low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) increasingly being disproportionately affected. Although anecdotal evidence or reports indicate an increasing number of Kenyan men having NCDs, the prevalence and associated factors are not well understood. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the prevalence and a…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background Medical cannabis, legalized in many countries, remains illegal in France. Despite an experiment in the medical use of cannabis that began in March 2021 in France, little is known about the factors associated with the use of cannabis for self-medication among adults. Methods Data came from the French TEMPO cohort and were collected between December 2020 and May 2021. Overall, 345 participants aged 27-47…
IntroductionHuman papillomavirus (HPV) is a common sexually transmitted disease (STD) with a very high prevalence in the male population, resulting in an increasing burden of HPV-related diseases. HPV vaccines are the most effective measure to control HPV infection. However, male HPV vaccine has not been approved for mainland China. ObjectiveTo assess awareness, willingness and associated factors of the HPV vaccin…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundBreast cancer is a global concern, registering 2.3 million new cases and 685,000 deaths in 2020, with projections reaching 4.4 million cases by 2070. In Tanzania, its the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women, often diagnosed at advanced stages, leading to poor outcomes. Only 5% of women in the country report undergoing breast cancer screening, the aim study is to determine factors as…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background Medical cannabis has been legal in Canada since 2001, and recreational cannabis was legalized in October 2018, which has led to a widespread increase in the accessibility of cannabis products. Aims This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of cannabis use among adults living with chronic pain (CP) and investigate the relationship between age and cannabis use for CP management. Methods A cross-sectiona…
BackgroundFear of anticipated side effects has hindered the COVID-19 vaccination program globally. We report the uptake and the self-reported side effects (SEs) of the COVID-19 vaccine among Healthcare workers (HCWs) in Mbale City Eastern Uganda. MethodsA cross-sectional survey of HCWs at seven different level health facilities was conducted from 6th September to 7th October 2021 using a structured self-administer…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background Poorly informed college students tend to adopt the habit of cigarette smoking. This habit often continues into their adulthoods, adversely affecting the population's health and increasing the burden on healthcare systems. Aim We aimed at exploring the predictors of the avoidable habit of smoking. We performed an analysis of the correlation between the potential predictors (marijuana use among peers and…
BackgroundExcessive consumption of Sugar Sweetened Beverages (SSBs) in adolescents has become a global issue. As its link to obesity and non-communicable diseases is clear, it is imperative to understand SSB consumption behaviours in the future healthcare professionals. ObjectiveTo document the prevalence, patterns and clinic-social and behavioural factors predicting high intake of SSBs among medical students. Met…
Open article record in new tab ↗Cannabis use disorder (CUD) poses major clinical and public health concerns globally. It is a growing problem among the youth in Botswana, yet little research has been done on this subject. The present study hoped to address this gap in knowledge by determining the prevalence and associated factors of CUD among first-year university students in Botswana. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 410 first-year u…
Open article record in new tab ↗The aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness of Screening and Brief Intervention (SBI) for alcohol problems among university students in South Africa. The study design for this efficacy study is a randomized controlled trial with 6- and 12-month follow-ups to examine the effects of a brief alcohol intervention to reduce alcohol use by hazardous and harmful drinkers in a university setting. The unit of ran…
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