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The prevalence of scabies in Monrovia, Liberia: A population-based survey.

PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases, 2020
Scabies is known to be a public health problem in many settings but the majority of recent data is from rural settings in the Pacific. There is a need for high quality data from sub-Saharan Africa and peri-urban settings to inform scale up of scabies ...
Shelui Collinson, Joseph Timothy, Samuel K Zayzay, Karsor K Kollie, Eglantine Lebas, Neima Candy, Katherine E Halliday, Rachel Pullan, Mosoka Fallah, Stephen L Walker, Michael Marks   +10 more
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Exploring Floristic Diversity and Medicinal Plant Uses in Venda, Limpopo, South Africa

Feddes Repertorium, Volume 137, Issue 2, June 2026.
ABSTRACT Plants have been an important source of medicine for thousands of years. To better understand the current diversity and usage of medicinal plants, floristic studies are essential. This report documents an expedition conducted in the Venda region of Limpopo, South Africa. The study was carried out in Shanzha and surrounding villages, as well as
Gurusamy Manikandan, Iliassou L. Mouafon, David R. Katerere   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Spatial modeling of the spread of scabies and environmental sanitation as a risk factor among schoolchildren: a case-control study

Universa Medicina, 2020
BACKGROUND Scabies is a World Health Organization neglected tropical disease common in children in low-and middle-income countries. The prevalence of scabies, especially in tropical countries, is still quite high at more than 200 million cases per year.
Yudhi Wibowo, Nendyah Roestijawati, Diah Krisnansari, Agoes Y Purnomo   +3 more
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‘I Didn't Know, I Definitely Guessed.’ Exploring Pre‐Registration Podiatry Students' Approach to Identifying Dermatological Conditions in Different Skin Tones, a Mixed Methods Study

Journal of Foot and Ankle Research, Volume 19, Issue 2, June 2026.
ABSTRACT Background Research suggests that healthcare professionals find it more difficult to correctly diagnose dermatological conditions in the nonwhite patient demographic. People of colour experience higher rates of delayed and misdiagnosis, contributing to an increased mortality risk and increased health inequalities that remain widespread ...
Simon Otter, Faye Funnell, Alex Sykes, Kerry Ewins‐Strowger, Nadine Hemming, Deborah Whitham   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

When Public Health Becomes the Weapon: Current and Prospective Consequences of the Genocide in Gaza

World Medical &Health Policy, Volume 18, Issue 2, June 2026.
ABSTRACT Catastrophic humanitarian conditions during the 2023–2025 genocide in Gaza have caused a public health crisis of exceptional magnitude. This article summarizes key short‐ and long‐term health consequences for Gaza's civilian population and outlines priorities for recovery.
Therese Alexandra Evald, Nanna Gram Ahlmark, Clara Barfod Parellada, Andreea Micula, Caroline Klint Johannesen, Dana Bdier, Fayez Mahamid, Hilde Lausund, Jane Brandt Sørensen, Maha Aon, Majd Qannita, Maren Johanne Heilskov Rytter, Nanna Maaløe, Nina Jøranson, Sara Aakre Faradonbeh, Vibeke Brix Christensen, Waseem Alzaanin, Sigurd Lauridsen, Helle Timm, Frederik Schou‐Juul   +19 more
wiley   +1 more source

Commercial clays in cosmetic formulations for hair care: Characterization and application to improve the mechanical properties of hair fibre

International Journal of Cosmetic Science, Volume 48, Issue 3, Page 549-561, June 2026.
The shampoo and conditioner bar formulations enhanced hair gloss, promoting softness, improved cuticle alignment, and effective protection of hair shafts against external aggressors. Findings from mechanical properties measurements indicate that the clay‐containing formulations enhance the mechanical strength of hair, contributing to stronger and more ...
João Pedro Gonçalves de Souza Soares, Melânia Lopes Cornélio, Fausthon Fred da Silva   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Epidemiological study of scabies among school going children in district Haripur, Pakistan [PDF]

, 2017
Scabies is a parasitic skin infestation caused by the burrowing mite Sarcoptes scabiei. An epidemiological study of scabies was conducted at Haripur from Jan to April 2013 to evaluate the prevalence and the important risk factors for the spread of ...
Samina Yasmin, Hanif Ullah, Muhammad Inayat Ullah Khan, et al.   +2 more
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Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Resistance in the Gaza Strip: Epidemiological Drivers, Health System Disruptions, and Global Implications: A Narrative Review

Health Science Reports, Volume 9, Issue 5, May 2026.
ABSTRACT Background and Aims The Gaza Strip has faced prolonged blockade, recurrent military conflicts, and systemic infrastructure collapse since October 2023, resulting in an unprecedented public health crisis characterized by surging infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
Nima Farhadi, Aref Yarahmadi, Hamed Afkhami   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Distribution of Scabies Infestations in Stray Dogs in Bursa Province

Objective: Scabies infestation is a major parasitic disease affecting both human and animal health worldwide. This study aimed to determine the distribution of scabies infestation in stray dogs in Bursa province.
Ahmet Onur Girişgin, Betül Saygın, Levent Aydın, Suna Aslı Zengin   +3 more
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Comparative Effectiveness of Ivermectin and Permethrin in the Treatment of Scabies Diagnosed in the Emergency Department [PDF]

Objective: We aimed to compare the effectiveness of systemic oral ivermectin and topical permethrin in the treatment of scabies in emergency departments (ED). Materials and Methods: In this prospective, observational, cross-sectional single-center study,
Halil Altınmaden, Tuba Betül Ümit, Hüseyin Ergenç   +2 more
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