High-frequency changes in pilin glycosylation patterns during <em>Neisseria meningitidis</em> serogroup a meningitis outbreaks in the African... (Publications)
In the meningitis belt of sub-Saharan Africa, there are cyclic meningococcal epidemics that coincide with clonal waves of Neisseria meningitidis carriage and invasive disease. In the framework of long
Association of sociocultural stressors with bipolar disorder onset in Puerto Rican youth growing up as members of a minoritized ethnic group: results... (Publications)
BACKGROUND: The development of bipolar disorder is currently explained by a complex interaction of genetic and environmental factors. Less is known regarding the influence of sociocultural factors. Th
"It is difficult for us to treat their pain": health professionals' perceptions of Somali pastoralists in the context of pain management: a conceptual... (Publications)
Pain is one of the most neglected areas of care in sub-Saharan Africa. Access to adequate pain management is important, especially in marginalised populations, such as pastoralists. Little is known ab
Diminishing benefits of urban living for children and adolescents' growth and development (Publications)
Optimal growth and development in childhood and adolescence is crucial for lifelong health and well-being(1-6). Here we used data from 2,325 population-based studies, with measurements of height and w
The first case of <em>Fusarium falciforme</em> eumycetoma in Sudan and an extensive literature review about treatment worldwide (Publications)
Eumycetoma is an infectious disease caused by various fungal pathogens. The disease is characterised by black and pale-yellowish grain discharge. In this communication, we report a case of eumycetoma
Disparities in risk factors and birth outcomes among american indians in North Dakota (Publications)
Objectives High infant mortality rates among American Indians in North Dakota contribute to a 20-year gap in average age at death compared to whites. Geographic- and race-specific health disparities d
Short-term effects of PM10, NO2, SO2 and O3 on cardio-respiratory mortality in Cape Town, South Africa, 2006-2015 (Publications)
Background: The health effect of air pollution is rarely quantified in Africa, and this is evident in global systematic reviews and multi-city studies which only includes South Africa. Methods: A time