Objective

To explore barriers and opportunities in implementing adolescent sexual and reproductive health interventions in four rural Indigenous communities in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala. 

Methods

An exploratory descriptive qualitative study was conducted using stakeholder mapping and a reflexive thematic approach. Data were collected through 20 semistructured interviews with key stakeholders involved in adolescent sexual and reproductive health programming. 

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Objective

To evaluate the effect of using asynchronous geriatric consultations to reduce polypharmacy and unscheduled consultations in older persons in Chile. 

Health systems in the Amazon face deep structural challenges that limit access to timely and quality care. This study provides a cross-country comparative analysis of health care infrastructure and hospital utilization in the Amazon, with a particular focus on urban settlements.

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Despite significant advancements in therapy and improved survival rates, gaps persist in achieving equal outcomes across the more than 100 lymphoma subtypes identified globally. In the United States (US) alone, the 5-year survival for non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) rose from 62% in 2000 to 75% in 2017, and for Hodgkin lymphoma, from 82% to 90%, respectively (1). However, survival outcomes for virus-associated lymphomas have remained relatively stable in the US. [...]

Syphilis remains an important public health challenge in the Americas, with a rising incidence among adults, including pregnant women, leading to an increased number of cases of congenital syphilis. The syphilis resurgence stems from health system gaps, behavioral changes and social determinants. A regional survey and policy review in Latin America and the Caribbean showed that most countries have national policies for syphilis screening and have made progress in the implementation of rapid tests, test-and-treat strategies, partner services, and timely treatment.

Objective

To analyze the risk of Trypanosma cruzi transfusion and transplantation transmission in endemic countries in the Region of the Americas. 

Objective

To assess compliance with smokefree regulations at hospitality venues in two cities 8 months after implementation of national regulations establishing 100% smokefree areas in all indoor workplaces, public places, and public transportation. 

Objective

Tobacco use is a major modifiable risk factor for the four main noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) globally—cardiovascular diseases, chronic respiratory conditions, cancer, and diabetes. Addressing tobacco use through cessation interventions is therefore a cornerstone of comprehensive NCD prevention and control efforts. In this context, strengthening cessation support within primary health care has emerged as a high-impact and cost-effective strategy to accelerate progress toward NCD targets. 

Objective

To assess patient-reported experiences of access to services along the Cardio-Cerebrovascular and Metabolic Comprehensive Healthcare Pathways (CVD-RIAS) among patients with hypertension and/or diabetes in two primary health care networks in Bogotá, highlighting achievements and identifying remaining challenges to integrated care.