BACK PAIN SOLUTIONS: EDUCATION AND EXERCISE INTERVENTIONS FOR PREGNANT WOMEN IN LOW-RESOURCE SETTINGS

Pregnancy-related back pain poses a significant health challenge globally, affecting approximately 25% of pregnant individuals, with nearly half continuing to experience discomfort postpartum. While often categorized as mild, around one-third of women endure severe pain, with onset possible at any stage of pregnancy. This phenomenon stems from a complex interplay of mechanical, hormonal,

Authors: Cynthia Bwalya Mulenga , Grace Nkandu Kabwe
Pages: 1-11

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.10630140

TOWARDS COMPREHENSIVE CARE: UNDERSTANDING CONTRACEPTION IN GENDER-AFFIRMING SETTINGS

Transgender and gender nonconforming (TGNC) individuals, estimated to surpass 1.6 million in the United States alone, encounter significant disparities in accessing comprehensive healthcare, including reproductive services. Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs), pivotal in primary reproductive health care delivery, are uniquely positioned to address these disparities, particularly in underserved

Authors: Emily Grace Thompson , Benjamin James Rodriguez
Pages: 12-27

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.10630142

BUILDING CAPACITY: QUALITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR NEW ACADEMIC STAFF IN NURSING AND HEALTH CARE LEADERSHIP

Ensuring the recruitment and retention of proficient academic staff is paramount for maintaining the caliber of education, particularly in healthcare and nursing domains. The transition from expert clinician to novice academic, particularly in adult nursing, presents inherent challenges. Existing literature underscores the significance of robust support and mentorship mechanisms to

Authors: Sarah Elizabeth Patel , Michael John Thompson
Pages: 28-30

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.10630144

PATHWAYS TO HEALTH: A MODEL FOR PROMOTING HEALTHY BEHAVIORS IN GESTATIONAL DIABETES SURVIVORS

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) poses a significant risk factor for the development of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in affected females. To mitigate this risk, it is crucial for individuals with GDM to maintain healthy behaviors postpartum, both for diabetes prevention and blood glucose control during pregnancy. However, challenges such as childcare responsibilities and inadequate

Authors: Aiko Yamamoto Suzuki , Takashi Nakamura Sato , Mai Tanaka Watanabe
Pages: 31-53

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.10630153