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The efficacy of the “Talk-to-Me” suicide prevention and mental health education program for tertiary students: a crossover randomised control trial
Despite suicide ideation being one of the most frequently reported health issues impacting tertiary students, there is a paucity of research...
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National survey on the availability of oncology palliative care services at tertiary general and cancer hospitals in China
BackgroundThis nationwide survey studied the level of palliative care (PC) access for Chinese patients with cancer among cancer care providers either...
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Enhancing antenatal education in Pakistan: an audit and recommendations
BackgroundAntenatal Education equips parents with knowledge for safe maternal health and infant care. It also reduces fear and anxiety during...
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Teleophthalmology at a primary and tertiary eye care network from India: environmental and economic impact
ObjectiveTo evaluate the environmental and economic impact of teleophthalmological services provided by a primary (rural) and tertiary (urban)...
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Prevalence and risk factors of mild cognitive impairment in a tertiary care setting in Turkey
BackgroundMild cognitive impairment (MCI) is an intermediate stage between healthy cognition and dementia, particularly Alzheimer’s disease. There is...
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Advanced HIV disease and associated factors among young people aged 15—24 years at a tertiary hospital in Sierra Leone: a cross-sectional study
BackgroundAdvanced HIV disease (AHD) in young people living with HIV (PLHIV) is an increasingly pressing public health issue in sub-Saharan Africa....
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Perceived patient safety culture and its associated factors among clinical managers of tertiary hospitals: a cross-sectional survey
BackgroundPatient safety is a global challenge influenced by perceived patient safety culture. However, limited knowledge exists regarding the...
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Patient education needs in severe asthma, a pilot study
BackgroundSevere asthma is characterized by frequent exacerbations, altered lung function, and impaired quality of life. Tailored patient education...
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The impact on patients of the tertiary-primary healthcare interface in kidney failure: a qualitative study
BackgroundClinicians and patients have reported fragmentation in the primary and tertiary healthcare interface. However, perspectives of service...
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Does newborn hearing screening cause anxiety among mothers? A cross-sectional study from a tertiary hospital in Malaysia
BackgroundThe universal newborn hearing screening (UNHS) has effectively allowed babies with hearing loss to be detected early. However, findings...
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Comparison of cataract surgery outcomes between a secondary and a tertiary eye hospital in Tamil Nadu, India
PurposeTo examine the difference in post-operative visual outcomes of cataract surgeries between a tertiary and secondary centre at Aravind Eye...
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Impact of an educational video in improving awareness of eye donation among non-medical health care workers in a tertiary health centre
PurposeTo evaluate the impact of an educational video in improving awareness of eye donation among non-medical healthcare workers at a tertiary...
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Knowledge and attitude towards pediatric pain management among nurses at Ethiopian tertiary hospitals; a multi-center study
BackgroundPain is the most disturbing and annoying symptom experienced by children. However, it obtains poor attention in low- and middle-income...
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Morbidity profile and pharmaceutical management of adult outpatients between primary and tertiary care levels in Sri Lanka: a dual-centre, comparative study
BackgroundOutpatient care is central to both primary and tertiary levels in a health system. However, evidence is limited on outpatient differences...
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Experiences of “Antara”: The Injectable Contraceptive in Rural Indian Women Presenting to a Tertiary Care Hospital of Eastern India
IntroductionDepot medroxy progesterone acetate (DMPA) is an injectable contraceptive with well-proven effectiveness and excellent safety profile. It...
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The role of sleep quality and perceived stress on depressive symptoms among tertiary hospital nurses: a cross-sectional study
BackgroundNurses in tertiary hospitals are at high risk for depression. Understanding sleep quality and perceived stress may contribute to nurses’...
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Patient’s experiences of diabetes care at a tertiary health facility in Lilongwe, Malawi
BackgroundLittle is known about experiences of rural people with diabetes care at a tertiary health facility in low-income settings. Understanding...
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Surgical Outcomes and Quality of Care Among Adult Appendicitis Patients: A Comparative Study of Tertiary Care Hospitals and Regional Hospitals
BackgroundAcute appendicitis is one of the most common abdominal emergencies, with management approaches that vary depending on the available...
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An evaluation of optometric advanced skills within a UK tertiary based setting
IntroductionHospital-based optometrists are undertaking extended roles across ophthalmology that may require them to perform advanced skills (AS)....
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Determinants of puerperal sepsis among postpartum women at a tertiary care hospital in Ethiopia: an unmatched case-control study
BackgroundPuerperal sepsis, is a significant factor in maternal morbidity and mortality, especially in regions with lower income levels where...