Qatar University Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Breast cancer health promotion in Qatar: A survey of community pharmacists' interests and needs
( Springer Nature , 2013 , Article)Objectives Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in Qatar. Despite the sustained efforts to increase breast cancer public awareness via campaigns and public screening programmes, breast cancer screening rate ... -
Home diagnostic tests in the state of Qatar: A snapshot of public views, level of awareness and use
( Springer Nature , 2012 , Article)Background In Qatar, home diagnostic tests are available over the counter in community pharmacies. While possibly beneficial, these tests have the potential for harm if they are used in the absence of pharmacist counseling. ... -
Pharmacy practice in the gulf states
( Elsevier , 2019 , Book chapter)The "Gulf States" are considered to represent the seven Arab countries bordering the Persian Gulf, namely, Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and United Arab Emirates (UAE). The estimated regional population ... -
Smoking cessation counseling in Qatar: Community pharmacists' attitudes, role perceptions and practices
( Springer Nature , 2012 , Article Review)Background: Smoking is a major public health problem in Qatar. The potential for community pharmacists to offer smoking cessation counseling in this country can be high. Objectives To determine the current smoking cessation ... -
An exploratory study on medications in Qatar homes
( Dove Medical Press Ltd , 2011 , Article)Background: Drug therapy is the most often used intervention for treatment and prevention of disease. However, if used inappropriately, drugs can cause more harm than good. Improper drug storage and disposal can have a ... -
Responses to a 5-Day Sport-Specific Heat Acclimatization Camp in Elite Female Rugby Sevens Athletes
( Human Kinetics Publishers Inc. , 2022 , Article)Purpose: To describe the physiological (resting core temperature, exercising heart rate, and sweat rate) and psychophysical (rating of perceived exertion, thermal sensation, and thermal comfort) responses to a short-term ... -
Heat Adaptation and Nutrition Practices: Athlete and Practitioner Knowledge and Use
( Human Kinetics Publishers Inc. , 2022 , Article)Purpose: To survey elite athletes and practitioners to identify (1) knowledge and application of heat acclimation/acclimatization (HA) interventions, (2) barriers to HA application, and (3) nutritional practices supporting ... -
Adherence and retention to the self-managed community-based Step Into Health program in Qatar (2012–2019)
( Frontiers Media SA , 2022 , Article)Purpose: Investigate adherence and retention to the “Step Into Health (SIH)” initiative (www.stepintohealth.qa [website access only available from within the State of Qatar]), a Qatari self-managed community-based health ... -
Heat Preparation and Knowledge at the World Athletics Race Walking Team Championships Muscat 2022
( Human Kinetics Publishers Inc. , 2023 , Article)Purpose: To assess elite racewalkers’ preparation strategies, knowledge, and general practices for competition in the heat and their health status during the World Athletics Race Walking Teams Championships (WRW) Muscat ... -
Core Body Temperatures in Intermittent Sports: A Systematic Review
( Springer Nature , 2023 , Article)Background: Hyperthermia (and associated health and performance implications) can be a significant problem for athletes and teams involved in intermittent sports. Quantifying the highest thermal strain (i.e. peak core body ... -
Ion beam modification of surface properties of polyethylene
( Elsevier , 2003 , Conference Paper)Improvement of polymer tribological properties is an essential issue for their application when used as parts of machines or artificial human joints. Ion implantation is a very promising technique in this respect. This ... -
Mechanical and thermal properties of gamma-ray irradiated polyethylene blends
( Elsevier , 2003 , Conference Paper)In this work, the results obtained by gamma-ray irradiation of polyethylene (PE) blends are presented. The blends were produced by injection molding at 220°C with different compositional ratios, i.e. 100/0, 15/85, 25/75, ... -
Compositional transformations in ion implanted polymers
( Elsevier , 2005 , Conference Paper)Changes of surface layer composition produced by ion bombardment of polyethylene and polypropylene samples were studied. These materials are under consideration for load bearing surfaces in biological and technical ... -
The attitudes and practices of United Arab Emirates consumers towards food waste: A nationwide cross-sectional study
( F1000 Research Ltd , 2024 , Article)Background: Reducing global food waste is an international environmental, health, and sus-tainability priority. Although significant reductions have been achieved across the food chain, progress by UAE households and ... -
Structure-guided engineering and molecular simulations to design a potent monoclonal antibody to target aP2 antigen for adaptive immune response instigation against type 2 diabetes
( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Article)Introduction: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is recognized as one of the oldest chronic diseases and has become a significant public health issue, necessitating innovative therapeutic strategies to enhance patient outcomes. ... -
Knowledge, Perception, and Self-Confidence of Antibiotic Resistance, Appropriate Antibiotic Therapy, and Antibiotic Stewardship Among Undergraduate Pharmacy Students in Sudan
( Dove Medical Press Ltd , 2024 , Article)Background: Adequate training in infectious diseases and antibiotic resistance is crucial for pharmacy students to participate in antibiotic stewardship programs and understand microbiology careers. Aim: The study was ... -
Comprehensive analysis of the maxillary esthetic zone for immediate implant placement using cone beam computed tomography: A study of 352 maxillary images
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Statement of problem: Previous studies have examined the maxillary esthetic zone for immediate implant placement, but these studies had small sample sizes and did not investigate multiple parameters. Purpose: The ... -
Oral Infections, SARS-CoV-2 Infection, and Autoimmunity
( Elsevier , 2024 , Book chapter)A new strain of virus, SARS-CoV-2, caused the coronavirus disease of 2019 (COVID-19) and became the greatest global health challenge. Even though most patients (over 80% of exposed patients) present mild symptoms, 13.8% ... -
Factors influencing self-care management in adult hemodialysis patients: An integrative review
( HBKU Press , 2024 , Article Review)Background: End-stage renal disease (ESRD) poses a significant health challenge, with hemodialysis (HD) being the most prevalent therapy. Patients undergoing HD must comply with a strict therapeutic regimen, including ... -
Empowering early career pharmacists: Unleashing non-clinical competencies through pharmacy residency
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Introduction: Pharmacy residency programs traditionally prioritize clinical skills development. However, non-clinical competencies, such as leadership, conducting education, and innovation, are now emerging as pivotal ...