Systematic literature review as knowledge base for the research efforts towards the inception of a National Programme for Cardiovas-cular Rehabilitation and of a National Electroni... by Mihaela Mandu, Gelu Onose, Cătălina Andrei, Ioana Andone, Aura Spinu, Cristina Popescu, Andreea Lăcraru, Dragoș-Alin Trache, Constantin Munteanu, Vlad Ciobanu, Liliana Andronache, Ștefan Sebastian Busnatu

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Cognitive prehabilitation for geriatric patients undergoing elective surgery: a PRISMA-P-compliant protocol for a systematic review by Yu He, Nianyi Sun, Wenchen Zou, Anren Zhang, Xiaochai Han, Caitao Chen

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The diagnostic and predictive accuracy of the PRISMA-7 screening tool for frailty in older adults: a systematic review, and meta-analysis by Abdirahman Mohamed, Claire McCormack, Aditi Sooknarine-Rajpatty, Louise Barry, Ahmed Gabr, Aoife Leahy, Ida Carroll, Nora Cunnigham, Tadhg Prendiville, Elaine Shanahan, Owen Higginbotham, Sandra Hembrecht, Mary Walsh, Kevin Barry, Margaret O’Connor, Rose Galvin

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Characteristics of ESL family literacy programmes: a systematic literature review by Nur Insyirah Ishak, Siti Soraya Lin Abdullah Kamal, Nurul Zulaikha Alias, Hazri Jamil, Gaforov Ikboljon Uktamovich

“…The article aims to analyse the characteristics of ESL family literacy programmes using the PRISMA method. To achieve this, databases including Scopus, Taylor & Francis, ERIC, ScienceDirect and ResearchGate were searched for articles published within the last 10 years (2015–2024). …”
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A scoping review of community knowledge in malaria prevention and control programmes. by Faizul Akmal Abdul Rahim, Mohd Amierul Fikri Mahmud, Mohd Hatta Abdul Mutalip, Norzawati Yoep, Mohd Amiru Hariz Aminuddin, Ahmad Mohiddin Mohd Ngesom

“…<h4>Methods</h4>Adhering to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR) guidelines, a comprehensive search was conducted across Scopus, PubMed, and Web of Science for peer-reviewed, English-language studies published between 2000 and 2024. …”
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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>Conclusion</h4>Although the majority of included studies reported more benefits and positive perceptions of lay vaccinator programmes than problems and challenges, regularization will ensure the programmes can be designed and implemented to meet the needs of all stakeholders.…”
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Effectiveness of family health education in malaria elimination programmes: a scoping review by Misra Helma Firdaus, Sharifa Ezat Wan Puteh, Rosnah Sutan, Mohd Rizal Abdul Manaf

“…At the individual level, educational programmes significantly enhanced malaria knowledge and prevention behaviours. …”
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Assessing the Impact of Community-Based Rehabilitation on Pain Levels in Seniors – a Systematic Review by Anna Olech-Kuciemba, Agnieszka Wiśniowska-Szurlej

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Leaders’ supervisory roles in service-learning programmes and implications for university graduates in Nigeria: a systematic review by Yetunde Eniola-Arigbe, Omotayo Adewale Awodiji

“…Following PRISMA methodology, the systematic literature review examines 14 articles published between 2012 and 2023 in four established databases—Web of Science, Scopus, Eric, and DOAJ. …”
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Participation of fathers and siblings in home rehabilitation programmes for children with neuro-developmental delay: a scoping review by Precious Madzimbe, Soraya Maart, Lieselotte Corten, Jermaine Dambi

“…s methodology and reported according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR) guidelines. Articles were retrieved from PUBMED, ScienceDirect, PsycINFO, SCOPUS, PEDro, and Google Scholar. …”
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Embracing E-learning in Zimbabwe’s Science Teacher Capacity Development Programmes: A Systematic Literature Review by Pinias Chikuvadze, Erwin Putera Permana, Claretah Makuvire, Samuel Mugijima

“…This paper explores the embracing of e-learning in Zimbabwe's science teacher capacity development programmes, probing the opportunities and challenges. …”
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Assessment of the Impact of Salt Iodisation Programmes on Urinary Iodine Concentrations and Goitre Rates: A Systematic Review by Almeida Abudo Leite Machamba, Francilene Maria Azevedo, Aline Carare Candido, Mariana de Souza Macedo, Silvia Eloiza Priore, Sylvia do Carmo Castro Franceschini

“…To assess the impact of salt iodisation programmes on urinary iodine concentrations and goitre rates in the world population. …”
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Nurses’ Engagement in Antimicrobial Stewardship Programmes: A Mapping Review of Influencing Factors Based on Irvine’s Theory by Susana Filipe, Paulo Santos-Costa, Celeste Bastos, Amélia Castilho

“…Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a pressing global health challenge, driving the need for effective antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) programmes. Despite nurses’ critical role in care delivery, their involvement in AMS remains under-recognized. …”
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Effectiveness of education and training programmes to help clinicians assess and classify perineal tears: a systematic review by Caroline Homer, Alyce N Wilson, Alexander John Eggleston, Annabel Richards, Grace Simpson, Joshua Peter Vogel, Moira Philip

“…We identified nine unique interventions including training programmes, short workshops and senior obstetrician supervision. …”
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Scoping review protocol of central chronic medicines dispensing and distribution programme for widening access to medications in South Africa by Olanrewaju Oladimeji, Busisiwe Mrara, Olubunmi Margaret Ogbodu

“…The selection of studies for the review is anticipated to be completed within 10 weeks, from 15 March to 30 May 2025, with strict adherence to the guidelines of the PRISMA-ScR checklist.Ethics and dissemination This review, not requiring ethical approval, will inform policymakers, researchers and healthcare professionals to improve the deliverables of the CCMDD programme for all chronic conditions and ailments with a high prevalence in South Africa and identify any research gaps. …”
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Types and effectiveness of mental health promotion programmes for young people in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review by Tholene Sodi, Katlego Rantho, Frans Koketso Matlakala, Pamela Wadende, Deborah Ikhile, Samuel Oluwasogo Dada, Diana Frost, Paulette Henry, Utek Ishaku, Michael Obeng Brown, David Musoke, Shai Nkoana, Talamo Phochana, Dung Jidong, Juliet Pwajok, Toluwalope Awokoya, Elma Rejoice Banyen, Linda Gibson

“…We used the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool (MMAT) to evaluate the quality of methods in selected studies, and the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses statement (PRISMA-2020) for reporting the evidence gathered. …”
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Effectiveness of integrating cervical cancer prevention strategies into HIV care programmes: A mixed-methods systematic review protocol. by Kimeshnee Govindsamy, Susanne Noll, Ntombifuthi Blose, Edina Amponsah-Dacosta

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Enhancing cancer care through a knowledge-sharing model: a systematic review of Project ECHO® programmes in India by Sangeeta Bhuyan, Shikha Yadav, Amit Verma, Shama Bhati, Ankit Anand, Sandeep Bhalla, Apoorva Karan Rai

“…Method This systematic review was conducted following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Eight studies, comprising six quasi-experimental and two observational studies, employing the ECHO Model for cancer care training programmes were identified. …”
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Life skills programmes for university-based wellness support services for students in health sciences professions: a scoping review by Annah Lesunyane, Enos Ramano, Karin van Niekerk, Kobie Boshoff, Janine Dizon

“…Abstract Background Student wellness is a major concern during the educational programme of health professionals, as mental distress impacts negatively on students’ academic performance and success. …”
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A systematic review of robotic colorectal surgery programs worldwide and a comprehensive description of local robotic training programme by Valentin Butnari, Harpreet Kaur Sekhon Inderjit Singh, Eshtar Hamid, Shady Gaafar Hosny, Sandeep Kaul, Joseph Huang, Richard Boulton, Nirooshun Rajendran

“…Critical analysis of programme structure and curricula tools utilised was performed. …”
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