The Recent Progress and Applications of Digital Technologies in Healthcare: A Review by Maksut Senbekov, Timur Saliev, Zhanar Bukeyeva, Aigul Almabayeva, Marina Zhanaliyeva, Nazym Aitenova, Yerzhan Toishibekov, Ildar Fakhradiyev

“…At present, even in low-income countries, diagnostic and medical services are becoming more accessible and available. …”
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Incidence of Surgical Site Infection and Factors Associated among Cesarean Deliveries in Selected Government Hospitals in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2019 by Hana Lijaemiro, Semarya Berhe Lemlem, Jembere Tesfaye Deressa

“…One-third to two-thirds of operated patients in low-income countries acquire surgical site infection, which is nine times higher when compared to high-resource countries. …”
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Use of lay vaccinators in animal vaccination programmes: A scoping review. by Christian Tetteh Duamor, Katie Hampson, Felix Lankester, Maganga Sambo, Katharina Kreppel, Sally Wyke, Sarah Cleaveland

“…<h4>Background</h4>The human resource gap in veterinary sectors, particularly in low-income countries, imposes limitations on the delivery of animal healthcare in hard-to-reach populations. …”
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Patient-reported outcomes for diabetes and hypertension care in low- and middle-income countries: A scoping review. by Sarah Masyuko, Carrie J Ngongo, Carole Smith, Rachel Nugent

“…Thirty-nine (57%) reported on upper-middle-income countries, 19 (28%) reported on lower-middle-income countries, 4 (6%) reported on low-income countries, and 6 (9%) were multi-country. Most focused on diabetes (60/68, 88%), while 4 studies focused on hypertension and 4 focused on diabetes/hypertension comorbidity. …”
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Local Anesthesia Versus Saddle Block for Open Hemorrhoidectomy: Cost-Analysis From a Randomized, Double Blind Controlled Trial. by Sikakulya, Franck Katembo, Ssebuufu, Robinson, Okedi, Xaviour Francis, Baluku, Moris, Lule, Herman, Kiyaka, Sonye Magugu, Muhumuza, Joshua, Selamo, Fabrice Molen, Bassara, Godefroy Nyenke, Waziri, Musa Abbas, Kithinji, Stephen Mbae, Mugisho, Munyerenkana Leocadie, Byamungu, Pahari Kagenderezo, Munihire, Jeannot Baanitse, Vahwere, Bienfait Mumbere, Kiswezi, Ahmed, Kyamanywa, Patrick

“…Background Despite the benefits attributed to the use of local anesthesia (LA) for open hemorrhoidectomy (OH) in developed countries, this technique is still not considered as the first-line technique in low-income countries such as Uganda; therefore, we aimed to compare the cost of OH under LA versus Saddle block among patients with 3rd or 4th-degree hemorrhoids. …”
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Community perceptions and determinants of obstetric fistula across gender lines by Wagaye Fentahun Chanie, Aster Berhe, Ambaye Dejen Tilahun, Bikis Liyew, Chernet Baye, Tarekegn Asemaw Akalie, Destaye Shiferaw Alemu, Miteku Andualem Limenih

“…Abstract Obstetric fistula is a major maternal health challenge in low-income countries like Ethiopia. Misperceptions about obstetric fistula delay seeking and accessing healthcare. …”
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Agronomic assessment of solar dried recycled olive mill sludge on Maize agrophysiological traits and soil fertility by Bouhia Youness, Lyamlouli Karim, Yedir Oudouch, El Mehdi El Boukhari Mohamed, Mohamed Hafidi

“…This study aims to evaluate the feasibility of producing an organic amendment through treating OMWS with solar drying (SDy), which is a low-cost method, highly adapted to semi-arid and low-income countries.Method We investigated the effect of 90 days SDy on OMWS physico-chemical properties, then the agronomic efficiency of the resulting product was assessed under greenhouse conditions, using Zea mays as a crop model.Results The SDy treatment significantly reduced OMWS initial moisture and the C/N ratio, while the nutrient content of the final product was improved. …”
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Sexual and Reproductive Health Services Utilization and Associated Factors among College Students at West Arsi Zone in Oromia Region, Ethiopia by Demelash Wachamo, Yadessa Tegene, Abdisa Tibeso, Assefa Washo

“…It contributes a high burden of sexually transmitted disease, unsafe abortion, and premature mortality, especially in low-income countries like Ethiopia. Hence, this study aimed at assessing the SRH service utilization and associated factors among college students at West Arsi Zone in Oromia region, Ethiopia. …”
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Effect of nutrition education on hemoglobin level of pregnant women in Southeast Ethiopia: a cluster randomized controlled trial by Girma Beressa, Susan J. Whiting, Tefera Belachew

“…Evidence for the effect of nutrition education on the Hgb levels of pregnant women in low-income countries, including Ethiopia, is inconclusive. …”
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A Systematic Review of Maternal and Child Health Policies in Addressing Stunting: Trends and Challenges by Pratiwi Ramlan, Phill Sukri, Muh. Tang Abdullah, Muhammad Akmal Ibrahim, Jamaluddin Ahmad, Khaeriyad Adri

“…Introduction: Stunting, recognized as a prominent global health issue, particularly in low-income countries, arises from persistent undernutrition and frequent infections, adversely impacting children's physical development, cognitive abilities, and future economic productivity. …”
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Effects of Soil-Transmitted Helminths and Intestinal Protozoan Infections on Haemoglobin Levels among School-Aged Children in Belo and Bui, North West Cameroon: A Cross-Sectional S... by Frederick Nchang Cho, Humphrey Ngala Ngala, Ranibell Tung Bongazi, Rogers Sanga Kinsam, Beltha Tahnteng Tata, Desmond Aji, Paulette Ngum Fru, Patrick Kofon Jokwi

“…Soil-transmitted helminths (STH) remain a public health problem worldwide especially in low-income countries. Soil-transmitted helminths are known to affect both growth and haemoglobin levels. …”
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Neonatal near miss and associated factors among neonates delivered at East Gojjam zone public health hospitals, Northwest Ethiopia by Melesse Tesfa, Tadesse Yirga Akalu, Bewket Yeserah Aynalem

“…Abstract Neonatal mortality and morbidity is a significant public health issue globally, particularly in low-income countries including Ethiopia. This study aimed to determine the proportion and associated factors of neonatal near misses among newborns delivered at public hospitals in the East Gojjam zone of Northwest Ethiopia. …”
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Effectiveness of chain of survival for out-of-hospital-cardiac-arrest (OHCA) in resource limited countries: A systematic review by Mirza Noor Ali Baig, Zafar Fatmi, Nadeem Ullah Khan, Uzma Rahim Khan, Ahmed Raheem, Junaid Abdul Razzak

“…No study was found from low-income countries. ROSC rates ranged from 0.7% to 44%, survival to discharge from 0.6% to 14.1%, and good neurological outcomes (CPC 1–2) from 0.6% to 53.8%. …”
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Environmental impact technology for life cycle assessment in municipal solid waste management by M.A. Budihardjo, I.B. Priyambada, A. Chegenizadeh, S. Al Qadar, A.S. Puspita

“…However, it is essential to observe that technologies necessitating large upfront investments and skilled labor are better suited for high-income countries. Conversely, low-income countries should prioritize waste reduction through recycling, waste depots, and methods that correlate with their existing capabilities to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills. …”
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Global leukemia burden and trends: a comprehensive analysis of temporal and spatial variations from 1990—2021 using GBD (Global Burden of Disease) data by Pengyu Huang, Jie Zhang

“…High-income regions generally showed a decreased leukemia burden, while some middle- and low-income countries exhibited an opposite trend. Males displayed higher leukemia incidence, mortality, and DALY rates compared to females. …”
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Evaluation of needs and supply of emergency care in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo: a cross-sectional household survey by Lee Wallis, Peter Hodkinson, Ken Diango, John Yangongo, Vera Sistenich, Eric Mafuta

“…Objective Emergency care can address over half of deaths occurring each year in low-income countries. A baseline evaluation of the specific needs and gaps in the supply of emergency care at community level could help tailor suitable interventions in such settings. …”
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Spatiotemporal Characteristics and Influential Factors of Electronic Cigarette Web-Based Attention in Mainland China: Time Series Observational Study by Zhongmin Zhang, Hengyi Xu, Jing Pan, Fujian Song, Ting Chen

“…In reality, most low-income countries and low- and middle-income countries have not yet conducted e-cigarette use surveillance. …”
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Knowledge translation strategies for policy and action focused on sexual, reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health and well-being: a rapid scoping review by Etienne V Langlois, Leah Boulos, Lori Wozney, Janet A Curran, Helen Wong, Zulfiqar Bhutta, Robin Urquhart, Hwayeon Danielle Shin, Allyson J Gallant, Julia Kontak

“…KT strategies and policies published in English from January 2000 to May 2020 onwards were eligible for inclusion.Results Only 4% of included 90 studies were conducted in low-income countries with the majority (52%) conducted in high-income countries. …”
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Association of gross domestic product with equitable access to childhood vaccines in 195 countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Kwabena Obeng Duedu, Yakhya Dieye, Andreas Ateke Njoh, Jerome Nyhalah Dinga, Jones Soladoye Akinbobola, Funmilayo Ibitayo Deborah Afolayan, Tesfaye Kassa, David Dazhia Lazarus, Gezahegne Mamo Kassa, Nefefe Tshifhiwa, Mustapha Oumouna

“…The percentage of GDP spent on vaccine procurement did not influence vaccination coverage.Conclusion Low-income countries and LMICs should prioritise vaccine research and improve on development capacity. …”
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Development of an imputation model to recalibrate birth weights measured in the early neonatal period to time at delivery and assessment of its impact on size-for-gestational age a... by Joanne Katz, James M Tielsch, Luke C Mullany, Diwakar Mohan, Subarna K Khatry, Seema Subedi, Scott L Zeger, Elizabeth A Hazel

“…Objectives In low-income countries, birth weights for home deliveries are often measured at the nadir when babies may lose up of 10% of their birth weight, biasing estimates of small-for-gestational age (SGA) and low birth weight (LBW). …”
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