Seif Al-Abri, Adil Al Wahaibi, Hanan Al-Kindi, Padmamohan J. Kurup et al.
OBJECTIVE: To assess the seroprevalence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) in Oman and longitudinal changes in antibody levels over time within the first 11 months of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. METHODS: This nationwide cross-sectional study was con...
Thuraiya Al Harthi, Huda Anwar, Anwaar Al Lawati, Fathyia Al Shuriqi et al.
Background COVID-19 pandemic has led to health service modification and temporary disruption of the routine care provided to patients with diabetes mellitus (DM) in primary care. This was done to minimize outpatient visits, permit physical distancing, and ensure patients’ and healthcare providers sa...
Saud Al Harthi, Magdi Al Osali, Ruwaida Al Ismaili, Sultan Al Lawati et al.
Background and objective Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has become a public health emergency of international concern. Several characteristics of hospitalised cases, including variations in symptoms as well as radiological and laboratory findings, have been described. However, the exact clinica...
Sumaiya Al Amri, Jeffery Singh, Lamya Al Balushi, Thamra Al Ghafri et al.
Objectives: Diabetes mellitus (DM) and tuberculosis (TB) are global public health concerns and leading causes of mortality and morbidity worldwide. Coinfection is known to complicate TB control and outcomes. However, there is no national study regarding the prevalence of DM among TB patients in Oman...
Thamra Al Ghafri, Huda Anwar, Eiman Al Hinai, Thuraya Al Harthi et al.
BACKGROUND: Healthy behavior is an essential component in type 2 diabetes (T2D) management. Promoting healthy lifestyle is one of the priorities of primary health care in Oman. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a multi-component intervention in promoting physical activity (PA) and hea...
Huda Anwar, Thuraiya Al Harthi, Najlaa Jaafar, Fathiya Al Shuraiqi et al.
Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the appropriateness of the emergency referrals made by primary care clinicians and determine the factors contributing to inappropriate referrals. Methods: This cross-sectional study utilises referral notes review between October 2019 and March 2020. Patients ...
Adhari Al Zaabi, Thamra Al Ghafri, Ahmed Al Habsi, Mundher Al Ziedi et al.
OBJECTIVE: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second leading cause of cancer mortality in Oman, yet structured screening remains absent. Most cases are diagnosed at advanced stages, highlighting the need to understand predictors of colonoscopy uptake to inform national screening strategies. This study a...
Thamra Al Ghafri, Thuraiya Al Harthi, Fathiya Al Jufaili, Amjad Al Ghammari et al.
OBJECTIVES This study evaluated the effectiveness of a multi-component intervention in promoting physical activity (PA) and healthy diet, and its impact on weight, and glycemic control among obese adults with diabetes. Other metabolic and behavioral parameters were also assessed. STUDY DESIGN cluste...
Thamra Al Ghafri, Lamya Al Balushi, Zainab Al Balushi, Lamees Al Kiyumi et al.
Oman launched its COVID-19 vaccination campaign in December 2020, navigating significant public health challenges with resilience and adaptability. The country faced global vaccine shortages, community hesitancy to receive the vaccine, and diverse sociocultural and infrastructural obstacles. Despite...
Thamra Al Ghafri, Riyadh Al Siyabi, Rawnaq Al Said, Nihal Afifi et al.
Objectives: The World Health Organization has reported concerns around the increase in vaping behaviour in adolescents. This study aimed to explore the perceptions of the faculty of secondary public schools in Muscat regarding: (a) reasons for vaping among students, (b) impact of this behaviour on s...