Assessment of Hand Hygiene Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Among Health Sciences Students in Herat, Afghanistan: A Cross-Sectional Study [Response to Letter] [PDF]
Mohammad Masudi,1,2 Ali Rahimi,1,2 Enayatollah Ejaz,1,2 Khadejah Osmani,3 Nasar Ahmad Shayan4 1Department of Curative Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Jami University, Herat, Afghanistan; 2Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Herat University ...
Masudi M +4 more
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First Comprehensive Assessment of Quality of Life in Cancer Patients in Afghanistan: Insights From Herat Regional Hospital [PDF]
Background This study marks the first extensive evaluation of quality of life (QoL) among cancer patients in Afghanistan, carried out at the Oncology Department of Herat Regional Hospital.
Ali Rahimi +5 more
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Orbital hydatid cyst and its successful treatment: A case report from Afghanistan [PDF]
Purpose: This study aims to underscore the rarity of intraorbital hydatid disease caused by Echinococcus granulosus, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive exploration and documentation for effective management.
Sayed Farooq Hosaini +6 more
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Fertility status and depression: A case‐control study among women in Herat, Afghanistan [PDF]
Background and Aim On a global scale, an estimated 17.5% of the reproductive‐aged population experiences clinical infertility. Beyond its categorization as a reproductive health concern, infertility emerges as a substantial independent risk factor for ...
Aziz‐ur‐Rahman Niazi +3 more
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Assessment of gastroesophageal reflux disease signs, symptoms, and food behaviors concerning mental health in Herat, Afghanistan: A descriptive study [PDF]
Background and Aims Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a highly prevalent gastrointestinal disorder with modifiable risk factors that are associated with considerable health and economic burdens. The current study was conducted to assess the signs
Said A. G. Saeedy +3 more
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A comparative assessment of uncrushed-river concrete mix of Hari-River, and Kamar-Kalaq: the two widely used concrete mix in Herat, Afghanistan [PDF]
Concrete, as a cornerstone of modern construction, heavily relies on the quality of its constituent materials, particularly aggregates. Among the critical factors contributing to high-quality concrete are proper gradation, absence of clay particles, and ...
Arif Alkozay +8 more
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Assessment of Hand Hygiene Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Among Health Sciences Students in Herat, Afghanistan: A Cross-Sectional Study [PDF]
Enayatollah Ejaz,1 Mohammad Masudi,1,2 Ali Rahimi,1– 3 Khadejah Osmani,4 Nasar Ahmad Shayan5 1Department of Curative Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Jami University, Herat, Afghanistan; 2Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Herat University ...
Ejaz E +4 more
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A giant ureteral stone in a young adult: A case report [PDF]
A large ureteral stone is a rare condition that can cause significant complications if untreated. We report the case of a 21-year-old male from Farah province who experienced abdominal pain for eight months, with localized lower abdominal pain for the ...
Mohammad Jawed Jawad +2 more
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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Toward Tuberculosis: A Cross‐Sectional Study in Balkh, Afghanistan [PDF]
Background and Aims Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major public health challenge in Afghanistan, requiring enhanced community engagement for effective control. This study assessed the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) related to TB among outpatients
Mohammad Masudi +3 more
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Revisiting Afghanistan's Drug Policy: A Policy Analysis of Eradication, Harm Reduction, and Economic Dependencies [PDF]
Background Afghanistan's responses to illicit drugs have oscillated between punitive eradication and limited harm‐reduction initiatives. Two decades of heavy external spending, entrenched conflict, and an economy intertwined with opium have blunted ...
Mohammad Qais Azizi +8 more
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