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Paediatric Galenic Preparations at the Saint Damien Hospital in Haiti: Formulative Study, Stability and Quality

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DOI: 
10.7727/wimj.2017.136
Pages: 
56-60
Synopsis: 
In the A.P.P.A.® galenic lab in Haiti, given the low availability of paediatric medicines, it was necessary to study and then introduce several specific galenic formulas. Preparation’s quality and stability have been demonstrated in accordance with the current regulation.

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Accepted: 
18 Dec, 2017
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e-Published: 20 Dec, 2017

Oral Hygiene and Handwashing Practices among Middle School Students in 15 Latin American and Caribbean Countries

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DOI: 
10.7727/wimj.2014.128
Pages: 
266–8
Synopsis: 
Nationally-representative data from 33 174 middle school students in 15 Latin American and Caribbean countries show a strong relationship between infrequent toothbrushing and infrequent handwashing.

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05 Jun, 2014
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e-Published: 06 Mar, 2015

Ischaemic Heart Disease at the University Hospital of the West Indies: Trends in Hospital Admissions and Inpatient Mortality Rates 2005−2010

Issue: 
DOI: 
10.7727/wimj.2013.293
Pages: 
424–30
Synopsis: 
Ischaemic heart disease accounted for 12.1% of medical admissions at the University Hospital of the West Indies for the years 2005–2010. Inpatient mortality rate for acute myocardial infarction was 18.9%.

Objectives: This study aimed to estimate hospital admission rates and inpatient mortality rates for ischaemic heart disease (IHD) and its subtypes at The University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) for the years 2005─2010, and to identify factors associated with inpatient mortality.

Accepted: 
14 Dec, 2013
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e-Published: 08 May, 2014

The Economic Burden of Femoral Neck Fractures in Jamaica

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DOI: 
10.7727/wimj.2013.017
Pages: 
454–9
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As the world’s population ages, the incidence of femoral neck fractures will rise. The cost of treating such fractures poses a significant challenge to most countries. Jamaica’s cost is similar to that of other developing countries.

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Accepted: 
27 Aug, 2013
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e-Published: 08 May, 2014

Chronic Disease in the Caribbean: Strategies to Respond to the Public Health Challenge in the Region What Can We Learn from Jamaica’s Experience?

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397–411
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This paper reviews the burden of chronic non-communicable diseases (CNCDs) in the Caribbean within the framework of the global burden of CNCDs and provides recommendations for strategies to combat the epidemic within the region.
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e-Published: 29 Jan, 2014

A Plea for More Umbilical Stomas in Paediatric Surgical Practice

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DOI: 
10.7727/wimj.2012.255

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Enterostomy formation is commonly performed in paediatric surgical practice. Many surgical procedures in infants and children benefit from a periumbilically sited incision and stoma formation should be no exception. Because of the superior cosmesis following closure of an umbilically-sited colostomy or ileostomy, ease of stoma care and economic benefits, periumbilically sited stomas are an attractive alternative for use in both neonates and children. 

Accepted: 
24 Sep, 2012
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e-Published: 11 Sep, 2013

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National Health Surveys and Health Policy: Impact of the Jamaica Health and Lifestyle Surveys and the Reproductive Health Surveys

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372–9
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Over the last 30 years, national health surveys, such as the Jamaica Health and Lifestyle Surveys and Reproductive Health Surveys, have helped to document the burden of disease and influence public health policy in Jamaica. It is envisioned that expansion and systemic integration of these surveys in Jamaica will serve to improve health and development.

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e-Published: 21 Aug, 2013
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