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Newest firstBackgroundMedical cannabis has gained increasing attention globally for its potential in treating various conditions. As the use of medical cannabis expands, it is crucial for future healthcare professionals, particularly physicians, to have a comprehensive understanding of its clinical applications, side effects, and legal status. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the knowledge and attitudes of healthcare stu…
Open article record in new tab ↗AbstractIntroductionCannabidiol (CBD) is a naturally occurring phytocannabinoid found in Cannabis plants. CBD is used for skin care, pain, anxiety and insomnia. There is a growing range of CBD products and formulations on the market, which have been driven by the increased demand for CBD products. The aim of this study was to identify knowledge and use of CBD products among adults in England, Wales and Northern Ir…
Open article record in new tab ↗Healthcare waste (HCW) management is a critical determinant of occupational safety, infection control, and environmental protection, particularly in low- and middle-income settings. Using the knowledge-attitude-practice (KAP) framework, this study assessed cognitive, behavioral, and institutional dimensions of HCW management among healthcare workers in urban Bangladesh. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among…
The inappropriate use of antimicrobials enhances antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) is a coordinated effort of prescribers, pharmacists, and nurses. Still, local data regarding AMS-related knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) are scarce in many low and middle-income countries. We evaluated KAP regarding AMS among the healthcare providers at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), G…
BackgroundConventionally, infertility has been regarded as primarily a female issue, leading to misconceptions, stigma, and underrepresentation of male infertility in healthcare discussions. This study assessed the knowledge, attitude and perception of Undergraduates towards male infertility in Osun State University. MethodsA descriptive cross-sectional design was employed to select 300 undergraduates via multista…
BackgroundLarge Language Models (LLMs) offer promising applications in healthcare, including drafting referral letters. However, access to LLMs specifically designed for medical practice remains limited. While ChatGPT is widely available, its ability to generate comprehensive and clinically appropriate neurology referral letters remains uncertain. This study aimed to systematically evaluate the completeness and qu…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundFemale genital schistosomiasis (FGS) is a significant public health concern in sub-Saharan Africa, contributing to severe gynaecological and reproductive health issues. This study aimed to assess healthcare professionals knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) towards FGS in the Mabalako Health Zone, Democratic Republic of the Congo. MethodsA cross-sectional survey was conducted among healthcare professi…
Background Cannabis use among youth is increasing; this study aimed to assess college students' knowledge, attitude, and expectancies toward cannabis use. Methods Cross-sectional survey using standardized tools among undergraduate and postgraduate college students in urban Bangalore, India (N = 405). Results Ten percent reported past three-month cannabis use, with 1% reporting daily use. Users were significantly o…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background This study investigated community pharmacists' level of knowledge and attitude towards medical marijuana and its association with sociodemographic characteristics. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted from 21 February 2022 to 15 November 2022. Community pharmacists working in Klang Valley were given a self-administered questionnaire. This survey instrument facilitated the collection of informat…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundForeign body aspiration and obstruction are the main cause of accidental death in childhood, and Foreign bodies (FBs) in the aerodigestive tract provide diagnostic and therapeutic problems and are significant sources of morbidity and mortality. Lack of community awareness toward the FBA presentation and its management further aggravate the problem. Despite this, there are very few studies in this area wh…
Open article record in new tab ↗IntroductionImmunization is the most cost effective health intervention in the history of mankind. Its role in reducing the morbidities and mortality due to vaccine-preventable diseases is significant. Despite vaccines being important in saving lives; adverse events following immunization (AEFI) do occur that need prompt detection, management, and then reported, analyzed, and the findings being shared with all sta…
BackgroundRabies is a neglected zoonotic disease that affects many developing countries in which it is endemic, including Ethiopia. Regardless of its endemic/epidemic patterns, no study has been conducted on rabies in the study area. MethodsA cross-sectional, and retrospective study designs were carried out in selected districts of the West Shewa zone to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice and estimate th…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundAdolescent pregnancy poses a significant public health concern due to its association with high levels of maternal morbidity and mortality, particularly in sub-Saharan countries. For early detection and management of obstetric danger signs, appropriate health seeking behaviour on reproductive health among adolescent mother is highly recommended so as to decrease maternal mortality and morbidity related t…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundMedical laboratory professionals play vital role in healthcare. The growing demand for quality laboratory services and emerging technologies underscore the crucial need for Continuing Professional Development (CPD). However, there is limited information on CPD programs in Ethiopia. Thus, this study aimed to assess medical laboratory professionals perceptions, attitudes, and challenges towards CPD and imp…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background Australian pharmacists currently dispense a wide range of prescription-only cannabis-based medicines. Recent regulatory changes will expand the role of pharmacists, allowing certain low-dose cannabidiol products to be supplied without a prescription in pharmacies. This harmonises Australia with many other countries where cannabidiol products are readily available to consumers. Aim To examine Australian…
Background On 1 January 2018 a four-year test scheme concerning use of medicinal cannabis (MC) was enacted. It has recently been extended for four more years by the Danish Parliament permitting all Danish physicians to prescribe MC to their patients. Previous studies have shown that general practitioners (GPs) have varying prescription experience, little knowledge, and mixed attitudes about MC. However, the presen…
Background For a long period, cannabis in Lebanon was categorized as an illegal psychoactive substance criminalized by law, despite being the 3rd largest producer of cannabis resin after Morocco and Afghanistan. The current available literature on the topic in Lebanon is scarce, as perceived knowledge towards cannabis use in the general population is not well established, and public health policies are absent. In…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background Health care providers and health volunteers play an important role in the collaborative provision of patient access and care regarding medical cannabis in district health systems (DHSs) according to their roles and responsibilities. However, there is limited evidence on the self-perceived knowledge, attitudes, and training needs regarding medical cannabis use by health care providers and health voluntee…
Open article record in new tab ↗IntroductionTuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease that causes thousands of deaths in Bangladesh. Bangladesh is one of the high-risk countries among 30 high TB burden countries. In this study, we aimed to assess the knowledge, practices, attitudes towards TB, and the factors associated with them in the general population of Bangladesh. MethodA web-based anonymous cross-sectional survey was conducted among the…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background In the absence of official clinical trial information, data from social networks can be used by public health and medical researchers to assess public claims about loosely regulated substances such as cannabidiol (CBD). For example, this can be achieved by comparing the medical conditions targeted by those selling CBD against the medical conditions patients commonly treat with CBD. Objective The objecti…