Projects with a global scope

Evaluation of challenges and barriers faced in the deployment of multiplexed point of care platforms/devices/strategies for STIs in at risk populations: A Systematic Review

Apoorva Anand, Angela Karellis, Suma Nair, Nitika Pant Pai — Fri, 06 Nov 2020 21:11:10 +0000

Abstract

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) impose major health and economic burden worldwide. This systematic review evaluated challenges (implementational/logistical/technological/supply-chain/laboratory-related) faced during multiplexed, point-of-care test deployment.

Background:

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) impose major health and economic burden worldwide. This systematic review aimed to evaluate challenges (implementational/logistical/technological/supply-chain/laboratory-related) faced during multiplexed, point-of-care test deployment.

Free The Vaccine for COVID-19 Campaign

Olivia Bonardi; Dominique Rinfret — Fri, 06 Nov 2020 20:47:15 +0000

Abstract

The Free The Vaccine Campaign is a collective of more than 300 volunteers- artists, medical workers, students, activists – from 29 countries around the world, working from home during quarantine. The project is led by two non-profit organizations; Universities Allied for Essential Medicines and the Center for Artistic Activism, to date using general operating funds and individual donations.

COVID-19 Reiterates the Critical Need for Clinical Trials Transparency: A Call to Action at McGill

Olivia Bonardi; Sacha Wright — Fri, 06 Nov 2020 20:41:56 +0000

Abstract

The Impact of Family Participation in the Care of Hospitalized Neonates in Low- and Middle-Income Countries

Julie DeMeulemeester; Dr. Matthew Wiens; Jessica Duby; Anna Reiter — Fri, 06 Nov 2020 19:59:50 +0000

Abstract Background :

There is a shortage of medical personnel in hospitals in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Parents in LMICs may be vital partners in the care of their hospitalized newborns.

Advancing a program theory for community-level oral health promotion programs for humanitarian migrants: A realist review protocol

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 19:44:49 +0000

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SARS-CoV-2 testing in low- and middle-income countries: availability and affordability in the private health sector

Lena Faust; Alexandra Zimmer — Fri, 06 Nov 2020 19:40:53 +0000

Abstract

DNDi Partnerships: Missing African Based Organizations

Issa Gonzalez-Peltier — Fri, 06 Nov 2020 00:22:23 +0000

Abstract

HIV Prevalence, Population Sizes, Testing Behaviors, and Condom Use Among Male Clients of Female Sex Workers in Sub-Saharan Africa: a meta-analysis of 72 population-based surveys (2000-2018)

Caroline Hodgins; James Stannah; Salome Kuchukhidze; Mathieu Maheu-Giroux — Fri, 06 Nov 2020 00:01:33 +0000

Abstract

Key populations are groups with unmet HIV prevention needs that put them at high risk of HIV acquisition and transmission. Male clients of female sex workers (CFSW) may contribute to HIV transmission through sexual relations with both female sex workers (FSW) and other partners.

Applications of Technology-Enhanced Trauma Training to LMICs: A Scoping Review

Minahil Khan; Laura Pinkham; Fabio Bothelho; Elena Guadagno; Dan Poenaru — Thu, 05 Nov 2020 23:42:00 +0000

Abstract

Lack of adequate trauma training is a major factor contributing to the burden of trauma-related mortality and morbidity in LMICs.

Medical education technologies present a unique opportunity to enhance the quality of trauma education in LMICs.

Trauma training courses can be adapted to LMICs by incorporating educational technologies that optimize learning outcomes, but also remain feasible to use with less resources.

Teaching Trauma in Austere Settings: A scoping review of pediatric trauma courses in resource-limited settings

Laura Pinkham; Minahil Khan; Fabio Bothelho; Elena Guadagno; Dan Poenaru — Wed, 04 Nov 2020 23:24:21 +0000

Abstract Background

Injury remains an important cause of death and disability globally, with 95% of all childhood injury deaths occurring in low-and middle-income countries (LMICs). Pediatric trauma training, tailored to the resources and settings in LMICs, represents an opportunity to improve such outcomes. We explored the nature of course offerings in pediatric trauma in resource-limited settings.

Navigating the uncharted outbreak – spatio-temporal dynamics of the COVID-19 outbreak in the Amazon

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 23:04:36 +0000

Abstract Highlights:

The first cluster was seen near Manaus, one of the most highly populated cities along the Amazon river. The next clusters were identified temporally along the Amazon river, suggesting that the spread of infection was mainly through travel along the river. Subsequent clusters were then seen in less populated areas. Clusters in Peru and Ecuador could have been due to different transmission dynamics, since only the part of the country included in the Amazon region was included for the analysis.

Exploring Perceptions and Use of Innovative Technologies in Disability-Focused Humanitarian Projects

George Roumeliotis; Julia Szwimer; Morgan Maples; Matthew Hunt; Anne- Hurtubise — Wed, 04 Nov 2020 22:53:09 +0000

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Management of anorectal malformations in resource-limited settings: a systematic review

Joseph Sayegh; Felix Oyania; Elena Guadagno; Dan Poenaru — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 22:40:20 +0000

Abstract

N.B. The malformations can be viewed in the PDF version of the poster.

Background:

Anorectal malformations (ARMs) are common congenital anomalies treated in various settings with or without intestinal diversion. While many ARM patients in high-income countries are treated with a one- or two-staged approach, the effectiveness of these approaches in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) is not clear.