The unprecedented increase in number of African refugees arriving Europe is confronting clinicians and general practitioners with the question whether or not how to screen migrants from endemic regions for Schistosoma mansoni infection.We assessed accuracy 3 different diagnostic tests S. infection (stool microscopy [samples prepared by sedimentation technique], serology, point-of-care circulating cathodic antigen [POC-CCA] urine cassette test) 107 newly arrived asymptomatic Eritrean...

Eritreans comprise the largest group of asylum-seekers in Switzerland. Gaining recognized refugee status can take up to 36 months, during which time live a state legal limbo, intensifying threats their well-being. Resilience and mental health among this population is poorly understood. We interviewed 10 residing Switzerland using qualitative, in-depth interviews. Data were analyzed Framework Method. Results indicated that was understood as binary rather than continuum trusted friends family...

ABSTRACT. The increasing number of refugees coming from or passing through Schistosoma -endemic areas and arriving in Europe highlights the importance screening for schistosomiasis on arrival, focuses attention choice diagnostic test. We evaluate performance circulating anodic antigen (CAA) detection 92 asymptomatic Eritrea. Results were compared with already-available stool microscopy, serology, urine point-of-care cathodic (POC-CCA) data. For a full comparison, real-time polymerase chain...

Background: In Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infected patients on antiretroviral treatment (ART), hepatotoxicity is life threatening. Its outcome may lead to liver failure and death. This study was conducted determine the rate determinants of elevated alanine amino transferase (ALT) (referred as >40IU/L for both males females).Methods: A cross sectional HIV individuals who are ART suspected drug resistance at Felege Hiwot Referral Hospital, Bahir Dar from July December 2012. Venous...

Hypertension is the leading risk factor for cardiovascular diseases and represents a major public health challenge worldwide. There paucity of information regarding hypertension status adults in Somaliland. We aimed to assess magnitude of, factors associated with, among adult patients seeking care at Hargeisa group hospital city, conducted facility-based cross-sectional study enrolling outpatients. used World Health Organization (WHO) STEPwise surveillance approach obtain patient...

According to 2016 World Health Organization and United Nations Children's Fund country estimates, Eritrea has overall high vaccination coverage with immunization rates for three doses of diphtheria/tetanus/pertussis polio vaccine 95%, two measles 85% hepatitis B 85%. If confirmed, this could imply that routine basic newly arrived Eritreans be safely omitted.We used stored serum samples from cross-sectional studies screened Eritrean refugees infectious diseases. Consenting aged 16 years older...

Abstract Objective Eritrea is the most frequent country of origin among asylum seekers in Switzerland. On their journey through desert and across Mediterranean Sea, refugees are often exposed to traumatizing experiences. The aim this study assess mental health status resilience Eritrean migrants Switzerland upon arrival one-year post-arrival, using standardized screening assessment tools. Results At baseline, 107 (11.2% female, median age 25) were interviewed: 52 (48.6%) screened positive...

Background: Our previous study highlighted important healthcare access and utilization concerns among new immigrants. Hence, in this study, we aimed to explore the role of public patient involvement (PPI) may have enhancing accessibility their contribution migration health studies. Method: An open in-depth interactive consecutive virtual discussion was conducted volunteer asylum seekers refugees from Eritrea Syria Switzerland. The novel PPI establishment had three phases; inception, training...

The study aimed to explore the experiences and perceptions of healthcare providers (HCPs) regarding sexual reproductive health (SRH) challenges Eritrean refugee women in Ethiopia. A qualitative exploratory design with key informant approach. was conducted Afar regional state, North East, participants were HCP responsible for providing SRH care women. have worse outcomes than host population. needs found be hindered at multiple layers socioecological model (SEM). High turnover shortage HCP,...

COVID-19 caused devastating effects on global healthcare systems. The elderly and people with chronic comorbidities were at a particularly high risk of mortality morbidity. However, the evidence association severity noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) in African population is scarce.The aim to estimate among patients hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular (CVDs) its implications for case management.We will adhere extension Scoping Reviews PRISMA (PRISMA-ScR). following electronic databases be...

For the past 10 years, refugees from Eritrea represented majority of asylum seekers in Switzerland. However, data on their health status remains limited. In this cross-sectional survey followed by a 1-year cohort study, we screened newly arrived Eritrean for cardiovascular risk factors at arrival and post registration.Among 107 participants (88.8% male; median age 25, 9 (9%) had body mass index ≥ 25 kg/m2, one (1%) elevated blood pressure, diabetes, 19% smoked two (2%) low density...

In a cross-sectional screening programme, we assessed serum vitamin D levels in adult Eritrean refugees recently arrived Switzerland. Median level among 107 participants (95 males and 12 females) was 27 nmol/l (interquartile range 23-42 nmol/l), 86% had insufficient (≤50 nmol/l) 36% severe deficiency (<25 nmol/l). 29 who received single-dose intramuscular substitution (300 000 IU), median increased from 25 to 35 after 3 months (p = 0.005); only 11 (38%) reached sufficient levels. migrants...

Since 2015 the need for evidence-based guidance in primary health care management of refugees, asylum seekers, and immigrants has dramatically increased. The aims this study were to identify challenges met by physicians Switzerland, performing semi-structured interviews possible approaches interventions. Between January 2019 2020, 20 GPs 3 Swiss cantons interviewed. transcribed, coded with MAXQDA 18, analyzed using framework methodology. Following relevant findings highlighted; (i) problems...

This study aims to compare obstetric outcomes between Eritrean and Swiss women in Switzerland, focusing on instrumental or surgical interventions analgesia use.

<title>Abstract</title> Background Despite the significant investments to control malaria infections over past years, new infection rates remain public health problem in sub-Saharan Africa including Ethiopia. This study aims investigating key determinant of among under five years (U5) children Gursum district Somali region, East Method An institutional based case-control was conducted for two months between June July 2020. The comprised 247 participants, divided into 82 cases and 165...

Prior research has highlighted important healthcare access and utilization issues among new forced immigrants. We aimed to explore the role that public patient involvement (PPI) might play in enhancing accessibility specific contributions migration health studies. conducted open in-depth interactive virtual discussions with asylum seekers refugees from Eritrea Syria Switzerland. The PPI establishment consisted of three phases: inception, training contribution. training, concept was not...

Background Scabies is a common but neglected skin disease caused by the parasitic mite Sarcoptes scabiei var . hominis Globally, affects more than 400 million people. Although Ethiopia high-burden country for scabies, its epidemiology has not been well assessed. Therefore, this study aimed to determine prevalence of clinical features, and associated risk factors in communities Hawassa Zuria District Sidama Region, southern Ethiopia. Methods A community-based cross-sectional was conducted...

Despite significant efforts to control malaria infections in recent years, new infection rates continue pose a major public health challenge sub-Saharan Africa, including Ethiopia. This study aims identify the key factors of among children under five years (U5) Gursum district Somali region, Eastern An institution-based case–control was conducted over two months, from June July 2020. The included 247 participants, divided into 82 cases and 165 controls, with case-to-control ratio 1:2. It...

<title>Abstract</title> Objective To assess whether and to what extent hypertension is treated controlled determine risk factors for uncontrolled among adult patients seeking care at Hargeisa group hospital in Hargeisa, Somaliland. Methods We conducted a health facility-based cross-sectional study on 324 patients, aged 18 years older, the main referral of used modified WHO STEPS questionnaire obtain patient information from June 13 August 15, 2022. followed cascade approach analyse...