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A New Species of Arthropteris From Samoa

open access: yesNew Zealand Journal of Botany, Volume 64, Issue 2, June 2026.
A new species, Arthropteris samoensis (Arthropteridaceae), recorded from the Samoan islands of Upolu and Savai‘i, is described and illustrated. In Samoa, the new species is distinguished from Arthropteris palisotii s.l. by its smaller stature and more delicate texture (laminae mostly < 3 cm wide vs.
Susan Fawcett   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Waste Management Policies, Practices, and Public Health Outcomes in Developing Countries: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

open access: yesPublic Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2026.
Unsanitary waste practices in developing countries increase disease risks by 2.1–3.1 times. This review demonstrates that integrating waste pickers, enforcing policies, and investing in circular systems can reduce health burdens by 30–50%, offering a clear path toward sustainable urban health.
Ashenafi Woldemichael Woime
wiley   +1 more source

Understanding Barriers to Cancer Pain Management: Insights From Patients and Healthcare Professionals—A Systematic Review

open access: yesPublic Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2026.
Cancer pain remains widely undermanaged despite available treatments, due to interconnected barriers at patient, provider, and system levels. This PRISMA‐based review (23 studies) identified key challenges including opioid fears, inadequate training, limited access to analgesics, and poor care coordination. Addressing these requires improved education,
Belete Muluadam Admassie   +11 more
wiley   +1 more source

Superstitions on Human Papillomavirus in Africa: A Scoping Review

open access: yesPublic Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2026.
Africa bears a high burden of HPV‐induced diseases; this scoping review explored how superstitions and cultural beliefs fuel vaccine hesitancy. There are widespread myths and opposition from cultural/religious leaders that drive HPV vaccine hesitancy; targeted and culturally sensitive campaigns/educations are essential to improve vaccine uptake and ...
Jimoh Amzat   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

A scoping review of mental health counseling practices, challenges, and prospects in Ethiopia. [PDF]

open access: yesDiscov Ment Health
Woldemichael A   +4 more
europepmc   +1 more source

Universal Health Coverage and Health Equity in West Africa: Tracking Progress Toward SDG 3.8 in Ghana and Liberia

open access: yesPublic Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2026.
Despite moderate national progress toward universal health coverage in Ghana and Liberia, significant wealth‐ and location‐based inequities persist. Preventive services are relatively strong, but access to essential treatments remains low, highlighting the need for targeted, equity‐focused health policies to achieve SDG 3.8.
Samuel Asamoah   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

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