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2026 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF APPLIED SCIENCES | Pp. 26-34
Armed conflicts create complex health challenges that strain local health systems and require specialized competencies for health professionals operating in these environments. Effective humanitarian response depends on training healthcare providers in clinic...
2026 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH | Pp. 1-5
Health literacy has emerged as a critical determinant of individual and population health, influencing health outcomes through the interconnected pathways of knowledge, skills, and health-related behaviors. This evidencebased analysis synthesizes contemporary...
2026 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF APPLIED SCIENCES | Pp. 148-152
Health diplomacy plays a pivotal role in shaping post-conflict health reconstruction by promoting universal access to health services, fostering governance reforms, and coordinating international engagement. This review examines the conceptual foundations of...
2026 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF APPLIED SCIENCES | Pp. 141-147
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a common pregnancy-related metabolic disorder with well-established short-term obstetric consequences and increasingly recognized long-term health implications for affected women. Evidence consistently demonstrates that...
2026 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF APPLIED SCIENCES | Pp. 135-140
Diabetes mellitus is a complex and heterogeneous metabolic disorder resulting from the interplay between genetic susceptibility and environmental factors. Advances in genetic research have significantly improved understanding of the molecular mechanisms under...
2026 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF APPLIED SCIENCES | Pp. 128-134
Childhood obesity remains a growing public health challenge in the United States and globally, with food marketing identified as a significant environmental driver of unhealthy dietary patterns among children. This narrative review synthesizes evidence on the...
2026 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF APPLIED SCIENCES | Pp. 117-127
Armed conflicts leave profound and enduring impacts on populations, with disability emerging as one of the most significant yet under-addressed consequences of war. This narrative review examines the burden of disability in post-war societies, the multidimens...
2026 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF APPLIED SCIENCES | Pp. 109-116
Digital epidemiology has emerged as a transformative paradigm that integrates big data, computational modelling, and digital platforms into traditional public health surveillance. Driven by rapid advances in technology, data availability, and societal digital...
2026 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF APPLIED SCIENCES | Pp. 103-108
Diabetes self-management education (DSME) is a cornerstone of comprehensive diabetes care, equipping individuals with the knowledge, skills, and confidence required to effectively manage their condition and reduce the risk of complications. This narrative rev...
2026 | IDOSR JOURNAL OF APPLIED SCIENCES | Pp. 98-102
Diabetes mellitus is an increasingly prevalent chronic condition among elderly populations worldwide, driven largely by demographic aging and improved life expectancy. Older adults with diabetes represent a heterogeneous group with diverse clinical profiles,...