Chemsex: Associations with Sexual, Psychosocial and Social Health in Australian Gay and Bisexual Men.

Introduction: Chemsex, the use of psychoactive substances to enhance sexual experience, is most prominent in gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (GBMSM). This study explores the prevalence of chemsex in Australian GBMSM ( = 632) and its associations with psychosexual and psychosocial health.

Methods: A cross-sectional online survey was conducted.

Effect of Parent-Based Sexual Health Education on Parent-Adolescent Communication and Adolescent Sexual Behavior: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Background: Parent-based sexual education interventions have a positive impact on adolescent sexual and reproductive health. However, despite these positive outcomes, there is a lack of comprehensive research to understand the effectiveness of these programs across different communities and demographics.

Methods: We conducted a systematic search of databases from January 2013 to April 2023 and identified 51 published studies conducted globally on the effects of parent-based sexual education.

The effectiveness of podcasts in promoting health among young people: a scoping review.

Health-related podcasts have gained popularity as a digital medium for health promotion, particularly among young people; however, their remains uncertain. This scoping review synthesizes existing evidence on the role of podcasts in shaping young people's health engagement, focusing on four key dimensions of effectiveness: awareness, knowledge, behaviour change, and health outcomes. The review followed the PRISMA extension for scoping reviews framework, including a systematic search to identify peer-reviewed studies examining podcast interventions targeting individuals aged 14-26 years.

Australian neonatal nurses' professional quality of life: A descriptive cross-sectional study.

This descriptive cross-sectional study investigated the demographic profile of surveyed Australian neonatal nurses, explored their self-reported professional quality of life status, and appraised the strength and direction of relationships between these variables. Australian College of Neonatal Nurses (ACNN) general members ( = 950) were invited to participate. An online Qualtrics survey was distributed via email.

Substance use among young people in the West Arsi Zone, Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study.

Introduction: Substance use is a pressing public health concern in young Ethiopians, impacting their physical, psychosocial, and emotional well-being and productivity. However, there is a limited understanding of the prevalence and factors associated with substance use in this population both across Ethiopia and in the West Arsi zone specifically. This study investigates the prevalence of substance use and associated factors among young people in the West Arsi Zone, Ethiopia.

Perceptions and willingness concerning the collection of sexual orientation and gender identity data in Australian healthcare services.

Background Despite growing recognition of the importance of collecting sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) data to improve healthcare access and equity for LGBTQA+ populations, uncertainty remains around how these data are collected, their perceived importance and individuals' willingness to disclose such information in healthcare settings. The aim of this study was to understand perceptions of the collection of data on sexual orientation and gender identity in healthcare settings across Australia, and individuals' willingness to provide this data. Methods A cross-sectional online survey of 657 Australian residents was conducted to assess participants' attitudes towards SOGI data in healthcare settings, along with preferences for methods to collect these data.

Mental health conditions of young ethiopians who use substances: a cross-sectional study in West Arsi zone.

Background: Mental health conditions among young Ethiopians present a pressing public health concern, posing risks to their well-being and productivity. However, there is a limited understanding of the prevalence and associated factors among young people who use substances in the West Arsi Zone, Ethiopia. This study investigated the prevalence of mental health conditions and associated factors among young people who use substances in the West Arsi Zone, Ethiopia.

Acceptability and feasibility of pre-exposure prophylaxis for bacterial STIs: a systematic review.

Background: A recent resurgence of bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is placing a major burden on high-risk populations, physicians, and the healthcare system. Treatment in the form of antibiotic pre-exposure prophylaxis (STI PrEP) is a potential solution. However, little is known about the acceptability and feasibility of this approach in high-risk populations.

Innovative Strategies for Public Health Training in the Asia Pacific: Insights From Experience and Evidence.

The past decade has seen a rapidly changing landscape in priority areas for public health globally and, as such, across the teaching and learning curriculum for tertiary education in health sciences. The nature of some of these changes has led to pedagogical challenges in higher education that require transformative, interactive, and virtual modes of delivery and knowledge facilitation not previously seen. The COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, increasing health disparities, and a shift to a focus on noncommunicable diseases has merged with the changing nature of social, cultural, and technological preferences of the generations living through such times to see an increasing need in more viable teaching solutions for these "wicked problems.

Substance use among young people in sub-Saharan Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: The use of substances such as alcohol, tobacco, khat, or drugs among young people is becoming a public health concern globally, with particularly high prevalence rates in low and middle-income settings, where socio-cultural and economic factors contribute to distinct challenges in addressing this problem. This review aimed to summarize the current literature on the prevalence of substance use among young people in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) and identify gaps in the current body of literature.

Methods: Seven databases and Google were searched for studies reporting on substance use prevalence among young people (aged 10-24 years) in SSA, published between January 2010 and May 2024.

Spatial patterns of maternal and neonatal continuum of care use and its correlations with women's empowerment.

Background: The continuum of care (CoC) in maternal health refers to the continuity of individual reproductive health care across the antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal periods. The CoC is an indicator of the quality of maternal and newborn health outcomes and women's empowerment is crucial to improving maternal and neonatal health service access and utilisation.

Objective: To examine the spatial patterns of continuum of care use for maternal and neonatal health services and its correlation with women's empowerment.

Improving Distress Screening for People with Prostate Cancer: Evaluation of an E-Learning Course to Increase Healthcare Professionals' Knowledge.

Objectives: Psychological distress can occur following diagnosis and treatment for prostate cancer, compromising psychosocial wellbeing. Improved recognition and management of distress by healthcare professionals can enhance clinical practice and promote evidence-based prostate cancer care. This paper explores the effectiveness and feasibility of the online Distress Screening for Prostate Cancer course, designed to improve healthcare professionals' understanding of screening for prostate cancer-related distress.

Chaplaincy and spiritual care in Australian ambulance services: an exploratory cross-sectional study.

Ambulance staff wellbeing programs aim to support the bio-psycho-social and sometimes spiritual needs of paramedics. While evidence demonstrates strong connections between spirituality and/or religion to wellbeing outcomes, little is known about spiritual care in ambulance services or its impact. The aim of this study was to investigate paramedics' perspectives on the role and value of Australian ambulance chaplains.

The effect of distance to health facility on neonatal mortality in Ethiopia.

Introduction: In Ethiopia, more than half of newborn babies do not have access to Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Care (EmONC) services. Understanding the effect of distance to health facilities on service use and neonatal survival is crucial to recommend policymakers and improving resource distribution. We aimed to investigate the effect of distance to health services on maternal service use and neonatal mortality.

Undernutrition increased the risk of loss to follow-up among adults living with HIV on ART in Northwest Ethiopia: a retrospective cohort study.

This study aims to examine the effect of undernutrition on loss to follow-up (LTFU) in adults living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) receiving antiretroviral therapy (ART) in Ethiopia. We conducted an institution-based retrospective cohort study using medical records of 844 adults living with HIV receiving ART between June 2014 and June 2020 at Debre Markos Comprehensive Specialized Hospital (Northwest Ethiopia). The effect of undernutrition on LTFU was examined using a proportional hazards regression model after adjusting potential confounders.

A systematic review of cost and well-being in hip and knee replacements surgical site infections.

This systematic review examined peer-reviewed literature published from 2010 to 2020 to investigate the health care system costs, hidden out-of-pocket expenses and quality of life impact of surgical site infections (SSIs) and to develop an overall summary of the burden they place on patients. SSI can significantly impact patients' treatment experience and quality of life. Understanding patients' SSI-related burden may assist in developing more effective strategies aimed at lessening the effects of SSI in financial and well-being consequences.

Association Between Body Mass Index Variation and Early Mortality Among 834 Ethiopian Adults Living with HIV on ART: A Joint Modelling Approach.

Introduction: Body mass index (BMI) is a simple and cost-effective tool for monitoring the clinical responses of patients living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) after antiretroviral therapy (ART) initiation, especially in resource-limited settings where access to laboratory tests are limited. Current evidence on the association between longitudinal BMI variation and clinical outcomes among adults living with HIV receiving ART is essential to inform clinical guidelines. Therefore, this study examines the association between BMI variation and premature mortality in adults living with HIV on ART.

Incidence and predictors of mortality among adolescents on antiretroviral therapy in Amhara Region, Ethiopia: a retrospective cohort analysis.

Objective: This study aimed to assess the incidence and predictors of mortality in adolescents receiving antiretroviral therapy (ART) in Ethiopia's Amhara Region.

Design: We conducted an institution-based retrospective follow-up study.

Settings: The study was conducted at Amhara Region's comprehensive specialised hospitals in Ethiopia.

Assessing Gender Dysphoria: Development and Validation of the Gender Preoccupation and Stability Questionnaire - 2 Edition (GPSQ-2).

The Gender Preoccupation and Stability Questionnaire (GPSQ) is a 14-item measure used to assess the effectiveness of medical, surgical, social, and psychological interventions in trans and gender diverse adults who experience gender dysphoria. One major limitation of the GPSQ is that it was not developed for use with adolescents. This study aims to validate a revised version of the GPSQ, the Gender Preoccupation and Stability Questionnaire-2 Edition (GPSQ-2) with the aim of adapting the measure to be applicable to individuals aged 13 and above.

The proportion of loss to follow-up from antiretroviral therapy (ART) and its association with age among adolescents living with HIV in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) remains a global health threat, especially in developing countries. The successful scale-up of antiretroviral therapy (ART) programs to address this threat is hindered by a high proportion of patient loss to follow-up (LTFU). LTFU is associated with poor viral suppression and increased mortality.

Bayesian spatial analysis of factors influencing neonatal mortality and its geographic variation in Ethiopia.

Background: Ethiopia is a Sub-Saharan country with very high neonatal mortality rates, varying across its regions. The rate of neonatal mortality reduction in Ethiopia is slow, and Ethiopia may not meet the third United Nations sustainable development target by 2030. This study aimed to investigate the spatial variations and contributing factors for neonatal mortality rates in Ethiopia.

Information-seeking behaviours in Australian sexual minority men engaged in chemsex.

Introduction: Chemsex refers to using illicit substances to facilitate sexual experiences in men who have sex with men. Chemsex has been linked to significant negative impacts on psychological, social, and physical wellbeing. Little is known about information-seeking behaviours in this population.

Geographical accessibility of emergency neonatal care services in Ethiopia: analysis using the 2016 Ethiopian Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Care Survey.

Introduction: Access to emergency neonatal health services has not been explored widely in the Ethiopian context. Accessibility to health services is a function of the distribution and location of services, including distance, travel time, cost and convenience. Measuring the physical accessibility of health services contributes to understanding the performance of health systems, thereby enabling evidence-based health planning and policies.

Glycaemic control and its associated factors in patients with type 2 diabetes in the Middle East and North Africa: An updated systematic review and meta-analysis.

Aims: To examine the patient-related factors that have been linked to glycaemic control in people living with type 2 diabetes mellitus in Middle Eastern countries.

Design: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Data Sources: A computerized search was conducted using the databases MEDLINE (via PubMed and Ovid), EMBASE, Scopus and CINAHL to identify peer-reviewed articles published in English between 1 January 2010 and 21 May 2020.

Understanding sexual activity while driving as a form of distracted driving.

Sexual activity while driving has been reported in emerging research. Sexual activity while driving is a form of distracted driving because it includes an individual (the driver) who deviates resources from the primary task (driving) towards a secondary task (sexual activity). However, most of our current knowledge about the range of sexual activities while driving is based on self-reported data or media reports.