- Health and Conflict Studies
- Food Security and Health in Diverse Populations
- Child Nutrition and Water Access
- Migration, Health and Trauma
- Disaster Response and Management
- Global Maternal and Child Health
- Viral gastroenteritis research and epidemiology
- COVID-19 epidemiological studies
- COVID-19 and Mental Health
- Nanomaterials for catalytic reactions
- Fecal contamination and water quality
- Advanced Photocatalysis Techniques
- COVID-19 Pandemic Impacts
- Transboundary Water Resource Management
- Climate Change and Health Impacts
- Homelessness and Social Issues
- Dye analysis and toxicity
- Blood groups and transfusion
- Cardiovascular Disease and Adiposity
- Iron Metabolism and Disorders
- Blood donation and transfusion practices
- TiO2 Photocatalysis and Solar Cells
- Torture, Ethics, and Law
- Health, psychology, and well-being
- Neonatal Health and Biochemistry
University College of Applied Science
2022-2025
University College of Science and Technology - Khan Younis
2022-2025
Université de Montréal
2019-2024
Tehran University of Medical Sciences
2017-2022
Ministry of Health
2018-2022
University of Palestine
2018
The present study aimed to determine the households' food insecurity and their association with dietary intakes, nutrition-related knowledge, attitudes practices (KAP) among under-five children in Gaza Strip, Palestine. This cross-sectional was conducted 2021 a representative sample of children. A total 350 proxy were selected from all strip governorates, using cluster random sampling method. Radimer/Cornell food-security scale used. 24-h recall employed for intakes assessment....
Quality improvement is a strategic priority for all healthcare systems. However, the engagement of providers in pursuing accreditation plays critical role integrating standards into routine practice. Therefore, current study assessed perceptions, attitudes, and barriers towards using Central Board Accreditation Healthcare Institutions (CBAHI) among Saudi providers.
OPINION article Front. Nutr., 22 April 2024Sec. Nutritional Epidemiology Volume 11 - 2024 | https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2024.1395903
In the Gaza strip, diarrhea is one of main reasons for children visiting primary healthcare centers. Hence, we investigate predictors diarrheal illness and health care-seeking behavior among different age groups.This community-based cross-sectional survey was conducted from August 2017 to June 2018 1857 households. A pretested structured questionnaire included information about socio-demographic, sanitation, hygiene, source water, illness, seeking in households administered head household....
Introduction: Microbial contamination of drinking water, particularly by pathogens such as Escherichia coli O157: H7, is a significant public health concern worldwide, especially in regions with limited access to clean water like the Gaza Strip. However, few studies have quantified disease burden associated E. H7 challenging management contexts. Objective: This study aimed conduct comprehensive Quantitative Risk Assessment estimate annual infection risk and attributed Gaza’s water. Methods:...
This study aims to assess the prevalence and associated factors of Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) Moderate (MAM) among children in this region during a period conflict.
This correspondence addresses a critical humanitarian concern: the inadequate access to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) facilities in shelters within Gaza Strip amidst ongoing conflict. Recent data from United Nations Relief Works Agency for Palestine Refugees Near East (UNRWA) World Health Organization (WHO) reveal that approximately 200,000 civilians are displaced, with only 30% of having potable water even fewer possessing functional sanitation infrastructure. deficiency poses...
The Gaza Strip has been enduring a severe humanitarian crisis due to prolonged conflict, blockade, and systemic instability, resulting in the collapse of its healthcare system. To explore impact on spread infectious diseases Gaza, focusing challenges faced by workers, barriers disease management, coping mechanisms employed community. In this qualitative research, semi-structured interviews focus group discussions with professionals, community members were utilized. total, 30 conducted...
Abstract Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease that significantly affects children, impacting their health-related quality of life. This study aimed to explore the relationship between asthma control and life among pediatric patients in West Bank, Palestine. A descriptive, cross-sectional was conducted 220 with mothers, recruited from four governmental hospitals. Data were collected using self-administered questionnaires included demographic information, an test, Pediatric Quality Life...
Poor housing infrastructure, displacement and limited access to healthcare exacerbate health inequities have negative impact on the wellbeing of residents in conflict-affected areas such as Gaza. To explore relationship between conditions outcomes due war Gaza Strip. Using a semi-structured questionnaire, we conducted focus group discussions with 25 participants aged ≥18 years Strip, in-depth interviews 10 key informants, May August 2024. NVivo software, thematic analysis how impacted...
Abstract This cross-sectional community household-based study aims to evaluate the water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities in Gaza Strip investigate their associations with occurrence of acute diarrhea among children under five years. A survey using a structured questionnaire was conducted on 1,857 households an child years from August 2017 June 2018. About 69.7% heads reported diarrheal episode during two months preceding survey. Multivariable logistic regression showed that sewage water...
For the simultaneous adsorption of cationic dye (methylene blue, MB) and anionic (reactive red 198, RR198) from aqueous solution, magnetic activated carbon (MAC) nanocomposite as a promising adsorbent was prepared used. The concentration MB at different time intervals determined using UV-Vis spectrophotometer while RR198 high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) system. effect solution pH, contact time, amount, were investigated. Also, both kinetic isotherm experiments studied. optimum...