Nutrición

Globally nearly 40% of children under 5 years old are anaemic, which affects their ability to grow and develop. A cluster randomised trial was conducted in 60 communities in Southern Mali to evaluate the added impact of home fortification with micronutrient powders, delivered alongside seasonal malaria chemoprevention, on anaemia, malaria infection, stunting and cognitive function in […]

Homocysteine (Hcy) has been implicated in the development of multiple diseases; however, its causal role remains unclear. Mendelian randomization (MR) studies provide a robust approach to assessing causality b… ​Homocysteine (Hcy) has been implicated in the development of multiple diseases; however, its causal role remains unclear. Mendelian randomization (MR) studies provide a robust approach to

The Food and Agricultural Approaches to Reducing Malnutrition (FAARM) trial found no evidence that a 3-year Homestead Food Production intervention reduced anaemia or micronutrient deficiencies among women and young children in rural Bangladesh. The intervention had improved diets and hygiene practices, but bigger changes may be needed. ABSTRACT Micronutrient deficiencies affect over half of young

ABSTRACT Implementing evidence-based health promotion programmes at scale is important for achieving population-level health outcomes. However, achieving equitable reach can be challenging. An evidence-based early-life nutrition and movement intervention (INFANT) is currently being implemented at scale in Australia. This study explored practitioners’ perceptions about reaching priority population groups through INFANT or similar universal preventive health

Systematic review of qualitative evidence from the UK exploring how peer support and community breastfeeding interventions might lead to inequities. There are differential experiences between population groups, particularly among individuals from different socioeconomic and socio-cultural backgrounds. ABSTRACT Rates of breastfeeding remain low in the UK, with variations between population groups. Peer support and community interventions

Human papillomavirus (HPV), a widespread sexually transmitted infection, is well-known for its association with cancers like cervical, anal, and oropharyngeal. While extensively studied for its oncogenic prope… ​Human papillomavirus (HPV), a widespread sexually transmitted infection, is well-known for its association with cancers like cervical, anal, and oropharyngeal. While extensively studied for its oncogenic prope… Read More

In insulin treatment for type 1 diabetes, intermittent scanning continuous glucose monitoring (isCGM: FreeStyle® Libre), in which a sensor is adhered to the skin, is often used to monitor blood glucose fluctua… ​In insulin treatment for type 1 diabetes, intermittent scanning continuous glucose monitoring (isCGM: FreeStyle® Libre), in which a sensor is adhered to the

Skin-to-skin contact (SSC) immediately after birth is recommended clinical practice. This qualitative study used semi-structured interviews pre- and post-intervention in a hospital in Uganda. Three themes emerged: commitment to consistent, evidence-based care within constraints; addressing knowledge and skill; and willingness to “take-up” SSC for the benefit of mothers and babies. ABSTRACT Timely and prolonged skin-to-skin

The composite dietary antioxidant index (CDAI), reflecting total dietary intake of antioxidant vitamins, may indicate overall antioxidant capacity. This study examined its association with the risk of probable… ​The composite dietary antioxidant index (CDAI), reflecting total dietary intake of antioxidant vitamins, may indicate overall antioxidant capacity. This study examined its association with the risk of

Antenatal care (ANC) is indispensable for supervising and enhancing the health of both the mother and the baby during pregnancy. It helps to reduce the risks of complications and ensures better pregnancy outco… ​Antenatal care (ANC) is indispensable for supervising and enhancing the health of both the mother and the baby during pregnancy. It helps