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Open AccessFactors associated with human West Nile virus infection in Ontario: a generalized linear mixed modelling approach
West Nile Virus (WNV) is a mosquito-borne pathogen that has become established in North America. Risk for human infection varies geographically in accordance with climate and population factors. Though often a...
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Open AccessUtilization of key preventive measures for pregnancy complications and malaria among women in Jimma Zone, Ethiopia
In Ethiopia, malaria infections and other complications during pregnancy contribute to the high burden of maternal morbidity and mortality. Preventive measures are available, however little is known about the ...
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Open AccessThe impact of fast food marketing on brand preferences and fast food intake of youth aged 10–17 across six countries
Consumption of fast food, which is associated with poor diet, weight gain and the development of noncommunicable diseases, is high amongst youth. Fast food marketing, a modifiable determinant of excess weight ...