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BACKGROUND: Worldwide, the culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) population is increasing, and is predicted to reach 405 million by 2050. The delivery of emergency care for the CALD population can be complex due to cultural, social, and language factors. The extent to which cultural, social, and contextual facto…

BACKGROUND: The rising burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is a global health concern. To reduce the burden of morbidity, mortality and disability due to NCDs, the World Health Organization (WHO) developed 'best buys' and other interventions for the prevention and control of NCDs by member countries. However, th…

INTRODUCTION: Cadmium is a metal that poses significant health risks, particularly in occupational environments where exposure can happen. The main objective of this scoping review is to review the cadmium exposure levels in the different occupational settings in the European Union (EU), considering the regulatory meas…

INTRODUCTION: Electronic health (E-Health) technologies present a valuable opportunity to enhance healthcare access and outcomes for Indigenous populations by addressing persistent, often structurally determined, health disparities. Despite increasing recognition of the potential of E-Health interventions, there remain…

OBJECTIVE: The objective of this review is to systematically review the association between delirium and health effects in patients with neurological diseases. INTRODUCTION: Delirium is a neuropsychiatric syndrome with acute brain dysfunction, characterized by fluctuating symptoms that affect cognition and consciousne…

OBJECTIVE: This scoping review will identify and map the available literature on virtual care for chronic wound management in residential aged care settings. INTRODUCTION: Chronic wounds are an underacknowledged public health issue with substantial health and economic costs. These wounds, which do not heal in a timely…

The World Health Organisation recommends a target rate of 10% to 15% of births by caesarean sections (CS) to save lives. According to the Ghana Demographic and Health Survey report (2022), Ghana's CS rate is now 21% which is similar to the global rate. The objective of this scoping review is to explore what is known ab…

BACKGROUND: Mental health disorders pose a major public health challenge worldwide, with one in eight individuals affected, particularly by anxiety and depression. In Nigeria, mental health issues are similarly prevalent, yet access to mental healthcare remains limited. Recent policy initiatives have increased governme…

INTRODUCTION: Digital health technologies (DHTs) have emerged as transformative tools capable of improving healthcare delivery, reducing costs and enhancing patient care. Despite their potential, the integration of DHTs into healthcare systems is challenged by the lack of clear frameworks for evaluating their cost-effe…

BACKGROUND: Type 2 diabetes is a growing public health concern, and it continues to disproportionately impact priority populations. Although earlier and more frequent screening of diabetes promotes early detection to prevent adverse outcomes, this is a significant barrier for priority populations due to inequities that…

BACKGROUND: Burnout is a pervasive issue in the nursing profession, with detrimental consequences for nurses' well-being, patient care, and healthcare systems. Virtual reality (VR) is a promising tool for delivering immersive and engaging interventions to manage stress and reduce burnout. This systematic review aims to…

INTRODUCTION: Scoping reviews are an increasingly popular methodological approach to collate evidence and synthesise knowledge in many fields including occupational therapy. However, many are published with potential methodological weaknesses. To address this issue, nine methodological recommendations that authors coul…