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Background The widespread of COVID-19 was associated with major care challenges for the health system. The burden of care was one of the treatment challenges for these patients, and its impact on the treatment staff, especially nurses, is known as one of the important issues of the COVID-19 pandemic. Aim The aim of this study determining the care burden perceived by nurses caring for hospitalized patients in the Read More

Background SARS-CoV-2 infection was associated with inflammatory, metabolic, haematological, and immunological changes, which contributed to the increase in morbidity and mortality. Objective To illustrate changes in some biomarkers (ESR, ferritin, CRP, D. dimer, ALT, AST, creatinine, and urea) during COVID-19 and their predictive value in the diagnosis of SARS-CoV-2 infection, especially in rural and urban areas in which s Read More

The emergence of COVID-19 has highlightedthe issue of secondary fungal infections, such as COVID-19-Associated invasive Pulmonary Aspergillosis (CAPA), in critically ill patients. Continuous use of therapies employing steroids and immune-modulating agents has increased the risk of co-infections resulting from fungi, further weakening the respiratory systems of patients and leading to complex situations such as multi-or Read More

In 2019, a life-threatening virus, SARS-Cov 2 emerged in China and caused destruction all around the world, affecting many lives; the origin of this virus is still debatable and unclear. The coronavirus is a contagious disease with high rates of transmission; it mutates rapidly and now has variants, some of which have caused a lot of damage to lives and the economy. These variants are mainly classified into three main groups: a) va Read More

The emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has significantly impacted cancer patients, particularly those with lung cancer. This review delves into the intersection of COVID-19 and lung cancer, addressing concerns regarding diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes. Research demonstrates that patient co-factors, including age, sex, blood type, and knowledge levels, are strongly associated with the se Read More

Background Society's information regarding practices, attitudes, and knowledge influences the society's behaviors and practices toward COVID-19 and affects preventive measures and disease control. Aim This study aims to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practices towards COVID-19 in the young adults of the Iraqi general population. Materials and Methods Cross-sectional study web-based survey conducted between 30t Read More

Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic, originating in Wuhan, China, swiftly spread globally, wreaking havoc on both personal lives and economic stability. Method Its highly contagious nature, transmitted through human contact, necessitated urgent government interventions worldwide. Measures such as quarantine, social distancing, and lockdowns, alongside medical awareness campaigns, were earnestly adopted to mit Read More

Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic is having a devastating impact on public health, with a higher risk of severe illness and mortality in vulnerable groups. Individuals with a history of diabetes are more prone to severe COVID-19. A collection of hyperglycemia, inflammation, and impaired immunity in diabetes, especially in poor glycemic control, notably increases the risk of COVID-19 severity. Hyperglycemia can trigger the Read More

Background This study aimed to investigate the severity of disease and length of hospital stay for COVID-19 patients admitted to a hospital in southeastern Iran. Method This cross-sectional study was conducted in Kerman, Iran. Data were collected from patients who visited Afzalipour Hospital in Kerman more than twice during the COVID-19 epidemic from the end of February 2020 to March 21, 2021. We conducted tw Read More

Background and Aim Postpartum depression has a profound impact, both physically and psychologically, on both the mother and her newborn. With a focus on the prevalent psychological complications following the onset of this condition, this study aimed to explore the correlation between antenatal depression and Corona disease anxiety, personality traits, and postpartum depression during the COVID-19 pandemic. Materia Read More

Introduction This study presents a comprehensive strategy for combating cholera in Syria, with a focus on clean water initiatives, treatment, surveillance, and vaccination, and the critical role of clean water in halting disease transmission. Methods The review design has involved a thorough research and review of existing literature and data on cholera outbreaks in Syria. It has also included an analysis of vaccinatio Read More

The COVID-19 outbreak has had a significant influence on several critical industries, including agriculture, education, and the economy. This essay investigates these processes, with a focus on agriculture, where the repercussions have been particularly harsh for poor groups dealing with unpredictable food supplies and food safety. Along with a critical examination of the shift to digital education systems, the report highlig Read More

Objectives Global healthcare faces challenges in combating COVID-19, with rising cases despite widespread vaccination. Severe COVID-19 cases, marked by acute respiratory distress and cytokine release syndrome, highlight the importance of managing cytokine storms. Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors, such as tofacitinib, show promise in this regard. While tofacitinib is recommended for severe cases, challenges include advers Read More

COVID-19 is caused by a new SARS-CoV-2 virus from the Coronaviridae family, responsible for developing severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS-CoV). Its emergence in 2019 presented several challenges to global health. The virus can infect host cells using the ACE2 receptor, and after infection, several clinical manifestations appear, ranging from mild symptoms to death. One approach that has shown promising results Read More

Objective This review study examines mucormycosis treatment challenges, gaps in medicines, and COVID-19-related effects. This paper examines diagnostic and drug development advances while addressing safety and specificity. Methods This review study searches PubMed, Web Science, and Scopus for relevant material. Keywords associated with mucormycosis, therapy, diagnosis, medication advancement, and COVID-19 are Read More

Introduction COVID-19 is a deadly virus, but there is still no appropriate cure for it. Hence, the target of this study was to estimate the clinical value of thrombocytopenia and other blood parameters in COVID-19 patients referred to Ilam Shahid Mostafa Khomeini Hospital from April and September 2020. Materials and Methods In this cross-sectional study, patients with thrombocytopenia, associated with COVID-19, diagn Read More

Objective Covid-19 pandemic is a global challenge negatively affecting various aspects of health of different age groups. One of the groups involved with the psychological challenges of Covid-19 were the veterans and their families. So, this study was conducted to compare the health anxiety and social exclusion in elderlies and youths referring to the Veteran Foundation in Covid-19 pandemic. Methods This descriptive study was co Read More

With the advent of COVID-19, numerous scientific studies from different parts of the world emerged, documenting the beneficial effects of sunlight on decreasing transmittance, morbidity, and mortality due to COVID-19. Research also highlighted the beneficial effects of sunlight in terms of antimicrobial, antiviral effects, and vitamin D production and its role in improving immunity and decreasing mortality due to COVID-19. A Read More

Objective This study aimed to identify scientific evidence on the zoonotic transmission of SARS-CoV-2 in domestic felines in order to observe the relationship between the susceptibility of cats to SARS-CoV-2, the infection of humans to cats regarding the virus, and the relationship between cat-to-human transmission of SARS-CoV-2. Methods A systematic review was conducted following the Preferred Reporting Items for System Read More

Background The COVID-19 pandemic was associated with the challenge of health literacy of patients and the care burden of family caregivers. Aim The present study was conducted to determine the relationship between the health literacy of patients discharged with the diagnosis of COVID-19 and the care burden of family caregivers. Methods This descriptive and analytical study was conducted on 290 people who were COVID- Read More

Introduction Primary bloodstream infections are most commonly related to health care and are associated with intravascular devices, increasing patient mortality, length of stay, and health care costs. Among the complications of hospitalizations for COVID-19, bloodstream infection is one of the most prevalent, requiring prevention and early treatment. Due to the contingency of hospital resources during the pandemic, under Read More

A recent study has claimed that nearly 17,000 people in the U.S. and five other countries died prematurely during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic due to the compassionate use of hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) for treatment. However, this study's conclusions are contentious due to reliance on flawed data and the neglect of significant evidence supporting HCQ's efficacy in early outpatient treatment. Our critique chal Read More