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Causal Nutrition Framework

Causal nutrition framework is a concept that focuses on understanding the underlying causes of malnutrition and designing interventions to address those causes. It seeks to identify and target the underlying factors that contribute to malnutrition, rather than just addressing the symptoms or manifestations of malnutrition. The causal nutrition framework is rooted in the understanding that malnutrition is often the result of multiple and interconnected causes that go beyond inadequate food intake alone. The causal nutrition framework takes into consideration various determinants of malnutrition, including social, economic, cultural, environmental, and health-related factors. It recognizes that malnutrition can be caused by a complex interplay of factors, such as poverty, lack of access to nutritious foods, poor sanitation and hygiene, limited healthcare services, inadequate infant and young child feeding practices, and gender inequalities, among others. These factors often interact with...

Improving Governance in Healthcare System

Improving governance in  healthcare systems  can be a complex and multifaceted task, but here are some  recommendations  that can help promote better governance: Enhance transparency and accountability .  Healthcare systems should have transparent processes that allow for  clear communication and open access to information .   Accountability mechanisms should also be put in place to ensure that healthcare providers are held responsible for their actions and decisions. Involve stakeholders in decision-making.  Stakeholder engagement is key to good governance, and healthcare systems should involve patients, providers, policymakers, and other stakeholders in decision-making processes.  This can help ensure that decisions are made in the  best interest of the community  and that all voices are heard. Foster a culture of ethics and professionalism. Healthcare providers should be held to high standards of ethics and professionalism. This ...

Best Internet Source for Medical Research /Information

There are several reputable sources for medical information and studies/research papers.  Some of the best sources include: PubMed  PubMed is a free database of biomedical literature maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine. It contains millions of articles from thousands of journals, including full-text articles.   You can visit Pubmed by Clicking  Here     Cochrane Library   Cochrane Library is a collection of databases that provide high-quality, independent evidence to inform healthcare decision-making. It includes systematic reviews, clinical trials, and other types of evidence. You can visit Cochrane by Clicking Her e   National Institutes of Health (NIH):    The NIH is the largest biomedical research agency in the world. Its website provides access to a wealth of medical information and research papers.   You can visit NIH by Clicking  Here     MedlinePlus   MedlinePl...

Quasi-Experimental Study

Quasi-Experimental Study An Introduction In the world of research, there are several types of study designs that are commonly used to investigate the impact of an intervention or treatment. One such design is the quasi-experimental study. Quasi-experimental studies are similar to experimental studies in that they involve the manipulation of an independent variable to observe its effect on a dependent variable. However, unlike experimental studies, quasi-experimental studies lack random assignment of participants to the intervention and control groups. Quasi-experimental studies are particularly useful when it is not possible or ethical to randomly assign participants to groups. For example, it may not be possible to randomly assign participants to a smoking cessation program or a drug intervention. In such cases, quasi-experimental studies can be used to compare the outcomes of the intervention group to a control group that has not received the intervention. Types of Quasi-Experimental...

How to get Grants for Public Health Research Projects

There are several ways to search for grants for public health implementation in developing countries. Here are some suggestions. Use  search engines You can use search engines such as Google to find grants for public health implementation in developing countries.   Try using search terms such as "public health grants," "developing country grants," and "health implementation grants" to get started. C heck funding databases:  Several funding databases such as Grant Forward, GrantWatch , and GrantStation can provide information on grants available for public health implementation in developing countries.  You can search for grants using specific keywords or by location. Visit funding organizations' websites. M any organizations offer grants for public health implementation in developing countries.  Check the websites of organizations such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation , the World Health Organization (WHO), and the United Nations Developmen...

The Newcastle-Ottawa Quality Assessment Scale (NOS)

The Newcastle-Ottawa Quality Assessment Scale (NOS) is a widely used tool for assessing th e quality of non-randomized studies in health research. The NOS is designed to assess the risk of bias and quality of evidence in observational studies, including cohort, case-control, and cross-sectional studies. This blog will explain the NOS and its application in health research. Brief history and purpose of the NOS The (NOS) was first introduced in the late 1990s as a tool for assessing the quality of non-randomized studies in meta-analyses. The scale was developed by researchers from the University of Newcastle in Australia and the University of Ottawa in Canada. The main purpose of the NOS is to provide a standardized and transparent approach for evaluating the risk of bias and quality of evidence in observational studies, including cohort and case-control designs. The scale consists of eight items, divided into three components: ➧ selection of study groups (four items), This component of ...