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Knowledge, attitude, and practice among medical students in gaza strip towards voluntary blood donation: a cross-sectional study
BackgroundA major component of emergency medical care is blood. The Gaza Strip has faced repeated wars over the last few years, emphasizing the...
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The integration of ortho-plastic limb salvage teams in the humanitarian response to violence-related open tibial fractures: evaluating outcomes in the Gaza Strip
BackgroundLimb salvage by ortho-plastic teams is the standard protocol for treating open tibial fractures in high-income countries, but there’s...
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‘Nowhere and no one is safe’: spatial analysis of damage to critical civilian infrastructure in the Gaza Strip during the first phase of the Israeli military campaign, 7 October to 22 November 2023
BackgroundSince the Hamas attacks in Israel on 7 October 2023, the Israeli military has launched an assault in the Gaza Strip, which included over...
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The hypertension cascade of care in the midst of conflict: the case of the Gaza Strip
Although hypertension constitutes a substantial burden in conflict-affected areas, little is known about its prevalence, control, and management in...
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Prevalence of extended spectrum beta lactamase and molecular detection of blaTEM, blaSHV and blaCTX-M genotypes among Gram negative bacilli isolates from pediatric patient population in Gaza strip
BackgroundExtended-spectrum β lactamases (ESBLs), have the ability to hydrolyze and cause resistance to various types of the β -lactam antibiotics,...
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Rebuilding the health sector in Gaza: alternative humanitarian voices
In November 2023, a variety of disparate health organizations formed an international coalition to consolidate efforts and develop collaborative...
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COVID-19 vaccination in the Gaza Strip: a cross-sectional study of vaccine coverage, hesitancy, and associated risk factors among community members and healthcare workers
BackgroundThe Gaza Strip, like other settings of complex humanitarian emergencies, faces immense challenges in vaccinating its population against...
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Amid Explosions in Gaza, The Silence from the Bioethics Community is Deafening
Bioethicists, through their writings, have been known to represent the conscience of the times. Speaking up against injustices, they have acted as...
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Breastfeeding knowledge of mothers in protracted crises: the Gaza Strip example
The protection and support of breastfeeding is the most effective intervention to prevent child morbidity and mortality especially in humanitarian...
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Adolescent access to health services in fragile and conflict-affected contexts: The case of the Gaza Strip
BackgroundEnjoyment of physical and mental health is not only recognized as a human right but also as an integral part of development, as reflected...
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Evaluating emergency response at a hospital near the Gaza border within 24 h of increased conflict
BackgroundFrontline hospitals near active hostilities face unique challenges in delivering emergency care amid threats to infrastructure and...
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Social determinants and mental health needs of Palestine refugees and UNRWA responses in Gaza during the COVID-19 pandemic: a qualitative assessment
BackgroundDue to pre-existing difficulties, refugees are especially susceptible to the negative effects of the pandemic; nonetheless, the pandemic’s...
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Perceived barriers to seeking cancer care in the Gaza Strip: a cross-sectional study
BackgroundSeveral factors might contribute to the delay to get cancer care including poor cancer awareness and having barriers to seeking help. This...
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Multiple micronutrient supplementation improves growth and reduces the risk of anemia among infants in Gaza Strip, Palestine: a prospective randomized community trial
BackgroundInfants and young children 6–24 months of age are the most nutritionally vulnerable groups, as their needs for vitamins and minerals are...
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Assessment of organizational culture types, leadership styles and their relationships within governmental and non-governmental hospitals in Gaza Strip of Palestine
BackgroundThe subjects of organizational culture and leadership have been studied several times in various fields. However, studies have tried to...
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Prevalence and predictors of overweight and obesity among women in the Gaza strip-Palestine: a cross-sectional study
BackgroundThe prevalence of overweight and obesity among women of childbearing age is considered a public health concern. Few studies have been...
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Risk and Protective Factors of Tramadol Abuse in the Gaza Strip: The Perspective of Tramadol Abusers and Psychiatrists
We sought to identify the perceptions of users and medical providers regarding the recreational use of tramadol in the Gaza Strip, a society that is...
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Treating patients in a safe environment: a cross-sectional study of patient safety attitudes among doctors in the Gaza Strip, Palestine
BackgroundPatient safety is important, as in increasingly complex medical systems, the potential for unintended harm to patients also increases. This...
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Alarmingly high prevalence of high-risk drug use among palestinian males: a cross-sectional study
BackgroundThe unique socioeconomic context in Palestine, characterized by political and economic tensions, creates conditions that facilitate the...
