Evaluating Jordan's antimicrobial resistance national action plan (2018-2022) implementation: progress and recommendations.

Background: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a pressing global public health challenge that requires coordinated multi-sectoral responses under the One Health framework. In line with the Global Action Plan (GAP) on AMR, Jordan developed its first National Action Plan (NAP) for 2018-2022 to guide national efforts. This study aimed to evaluate the implementation of Jordan's AMR NAP 2018-2022, identify progress and challenges across its five strategic objectives, and suggest actionable recommendations for strengthening future AMR responses.

Tackling antimicrobial resistance in the food chain under the One Health umbrella: a systems thinking approach with a focus on Jordan.

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has emerged as a critical public health threat and one of the most complicated global challenges due to its multi-faceted nature. In addition to health burden, AMR also drives up healthcare costs and imposes substantial indirect economic impacts. Despite the ongoing global efforts, the burden of drug-resistant infections is still growing and alarming.

The Threat of Avian Influenza in the Eastern Mediterranean Region: A One Health Perspective.

Avian influenza viruses (AIVs) pose a significant threat to global public health because of their widespread global circulation. The Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR) is located along the major flyways of migratory birds; thus, this geographic location raises the risks of AIV circulation in the region. In the context of Avian influenza, which is primarily a zoonotic disease, the One Health approach is essential for an effective preparedness and response strategy.

Exploring Policies, Strategies, and Legislations Related to the One Health Approach to Zoonoses, Antimicrobial Stewardship, and Climate Change in Jordan: A Multimethod Study with SWOT Analysis.

Mapping policies, strategies, and legislations related to disease prevention in Jordan is pivotal for strengthening the country's public health infrastructure. The aims of our study were to identify, review, and map the existing national policies, strategies, and legislations related to the One Health approach to zoonoses, antimicrobial stewardship (AMS), and climate change in Jordan. Additionally, we identified the key strengths and major gaps and uncovered opportunities for enhancement.

Attitude to RSV Vaccination Among a Cohort of Pregnant Women in Jordan: A Cross-Sectional Survey Study.

Background And Aims: The recently approved maternal vaccination against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) can reduce its burden among infants. However, vaccine hesitancy/resistance can undermine the beneficial impact of RSV vaccination. The aim of this study was to assess the willingness of pregnant women in Jordan to receive RSV vaccination and its associated determinants.

Navigating Road Traffic Accidents in Jordan: A Retrospective Exploration of the Health and Economic Impacts.

Background Road traffic accidents (RTAs) are considered a major public health threat. The causes of RTAs are multifactorial, comprising both human and non-human factors. RTAs may result not only in detrimental health consequences but also in serious economic burdens.

ChatGPT applications in medical, dental, pharmacy, and public health education: A descriptive study highlighting the advantages and limitations.

Since its public release in November 2022, ChatGPT has gained a widespread attention and received mixed responses in the academia. Promising applications of ChatGPT in university education has been suggested; however, several concerns were raised. The aim of this descriptive study was to investigate the pros and cons of ChatGPT use in medical, dental, pharmacy, and public health education.

Assessing Health Students' Attitudes and Usage of ChatGPT in Jordan: Validation Study.

Background: ChatGPT is a conversational large language model that has the potential to revolutionize knowledge acquisition. However, the impact of this technology on the quality of education is still unknown considering the risks and concerns surrounding ChatGPT use. Therefore, it is necessary to assess the usability and acceptability of this promising tool.

A multi-country survey of the socio-demographic factors associated with adherence to COVID-19 preventive measures during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Background: Health behaviours are influenced by individual characteristics including age, gender, education and economic level. This study aimed to assess the associations between individual-level determinants and adherence to COVID-19 preventive measures.

Methods: We performed secondary analyses of international data collected using an online survey during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic between June and December 2020.

A multi-country study of the associations between HIV vulnerability status, perception of COVID-19 related stigma and post-traumatic stress symptoms during the first wave of the pandemic.

Background: This study investigated the associations between COVID-19 related stigma and post-traumatic stress symptoms (PTSS); and the associations between PTSS and COVID-19 related stigma, HIV status, COVID-19 status and key HIV population status.

Methods: This was a secondary analysis of data of 12,355 study participants generated through an online survey that recruited adults from 152 countries between July and December 2020. The dependent variables were COVID-19-related stigma and PTSS.

Previous Vaccination History and Psychological Factors as Significant Predictors of Willingness to Receive Mpox Vaccination and a Favorable Attitude towards Compulsory Vaccination.

During the ongoing multi-country monkeypox (Mpox) outbreak, healthcare workers (HCWs) have represented a key group in mitigating disease spread. The current study aimed to evaluate the attitude of nurses and physicians in Jordan towards Mpox vaccination, as well as their attitude towards compulsory vaccination against coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), influenza, and Mpox. An online survey was distributed in January 2023 based on the previously validated 5C scale for psychological determinants of vaccination.

Are we seeing the unseen of human trafficking? A retrospective analysis of the CTDC k-anonymized global victim of trafficking data pool in the period 2010-2020.

Background: Human trafficking is considered a hidden global crime with unsubstantiated numbers. Despite the challenges in counting or measuring this crime, reports revealed the presence of around 40.3 million victims worldwide.

ChatGPT Output Regarding Compulsory Vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccine Conspiracy: A Descriptive Study at the Outset of a Paradigm Shift in Online Search for Information.

Background: Being on the verge of a revolutionary approach to gathering information, ChatGPT (an artificial intelligence (AI)-based language model developed by OpenAI, and capable of producing human-like text) could be the prime motive of a paradigm shift on how humans will acquire information. Despite the concerns related to the use of such a promising tool in relation to the future of the quality of education, this technology will soon be incorporated into web search engines mandating the need to evaluate the output of such a tool. Previous studies showed that dependence on some sources of online information (e.

Factors associated with an increase in tobacco use and alcohol drinking during the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-sectional study of data from 105 countries.

Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has inevitably led to monumental challenges, and alcohol drinking and tobacco use have unlikely been spared. This cross-sectional survey reports on factors associated with an increase in alcohol drinking and tobacco use during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Methods: An online survey conducted in 2020, generated data from 14899 adults residing in 105 countries.

The Effects and Differences of Social Support, Depression, and Vital Exhaustion during the COVID-19 Pandemic among International and Domestic University Students.

Background: Our study aimed to assess the differences between domestic and international students in terms of social support, vital exhaustion, and depression during the period of COVID-19 and to examine the relationships and potential effects of these factors on each other.

Methods: The online cross-sectional survey was conducted via Google Forms at three time intervals during the pandemic.

Results: Here, 1320, 246, and 139 students completed our questionnaires in the different time intervals.

A multi-country survey on access to healthcare and treatment services among individuals with critical medical care needs during the first wave of the pandemic.

Background: Healthcare services were significantly interrupted during the early phase of the COVID-19 pandemic. The aim of the present study was to determine the associations between sociodemographic factors and healthcare access during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic among individuals with critical care needs.

Methods: This was a secondary analysis of the data of 5,156 participants recruited from 152 countries during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Conspiratorial Attitude of the General Public in Jordan towards Emerging Virus Infections: A Cross-Sectional Study Amid the 2022 Monkeypox Outbreak.

Conspiracy theories accompany the emergence of infectious diseases and the 2022 multi-country monkeypox (MPX) outbreak is no exception. It is possible that the adoption of conspiracy beliefs negatively impacts health behavior. We aimed to assess the prevalence of conspiratorial attitudes towards emerging virus infections (EVIs) and the response measures aiming to control these infections among the general public in Jordan.

The use of antivirals in the treatment of human monkeypox outbreaks: a systematic review.

Objectives: Human monkeypox virus (MPXV) infection is a recently declared public health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organization. Besides, there is scant literature available on the use of antivirals in MPXV infection. This systematic review compiles all evidence of various antivirals used on their efficacy and safety and summarizes their mechanisms of action.

The outbreak of Ebola virus disease in 2022: A spotlight on a re-emerging global health menace.

bola virus disease (EVD) is a rare but highly contagious and lethal disease that occurs predominantly in African countries, with a case-fatality rate of 30-90%. The causative viral pathogens of EVD are within the genus in the family . The primary route of human-to-human transmission is through direct contact with blood, bodily fluids and secretions from infected individuals.