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Global Conference on Public Health & Epidemiology
October 22-24, 2026
PHE 2026
Keynote Presentation (In-person)
Christopher Ashton, Center for Recovery, Canada
An emerging body of knowledge continues to improve knowledge of the correlations among developmental brain adaptations, trauma and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). Trauma and ACEs are associated with a spectrum of mental health disorders including for example addiction, anxi [....] » Read More
Keynote Presentation (In-person)
Claudia Ferreira, Sorbonne University, France
Human civilization and infectious diseases have evolved in parallel for over two millennia. From the Roman Empire to the modern globalized world, advances in transportation, trade, urbanization, agriculture, military organization, and technological innovation have transformed soc [....] » Read More
Keynote Presentation (In-person)
F Buck Willis, Christian College of Medicine, Belize
Importance: Currently, Diabetes affects over 550 million people worldwide, and the annual expense of treating this disease is now estimated to exceed $1 trillion US dollars each year. The purpose of this global review was to examine the changes of Diabetes all over the world [....] » Read More
Keynote Presentation (Virtual)
Anyou Wang, DIFIBER LLC, United States
Although numerous cancer-associated mechanisms are reported each year, a unifying theoretical framework capable of explaining and ultimately enabling the elimination of all cancers remains elusive, highlighting fundamental limitations in current cancer research. These limitations [....] » Read More
Keynote Presentation (Virtual)
Ricky Rasschaert, University of Leuven, Belgium
Tarlov cysts remain a topic of controversy, from the first publication of Tarlov in 1938 and even now a myriad of treatments have been proposed for larger sacral cysts. For several reasons which will be discussed, Tarlov cysts have the tendency to be regarded as incidental findin [....] » Read More
Keynote Presentation (Virtual)
Ranjan Ramasamy, ID-FISH Technology, United States
Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus, the two most important vectors of arboviral diseases including dengue and Zika, are typical fresh water mosquitoes. However, they were recently observed to lay eggs and undergo preimaginal development in coastal brackish water collections (e.g. [....] » Read More
Keynote Presentation (Virtual)
Sergey Suchkov, N.D. Zelinskii Institute for Organic Chemistry of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
Policy formation in the field of individual health promotion and protection is one of the priority tasks of national healthcare systems. Canonical health care is becoming increasingly unaffordable in most of the countries, yet it remains ineffective in preventing or effectively t [....] » Read More
Keynote Presentation (Virtual)
Wagih El Masri, Keele University, United Kingdom
Traumatic spinal cord injuries (TSCI) are potentially lethal and life-changing events from the resulting medical, physical, psychological, social, financial, vocational, environmental & matrimonial effects. The combination of consequent paralysis, generalised physiological im [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Rahul Hajare, Sandip University, India
Infertility is a significant public health and reproductive health challenge in India, affecting the physical, psychological, social, and economic well-being of couples. With the increasing availability and acceptance of assisted reproductive technologies, in vitro fertilization [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Ahora Chehri, Valencian Institute of Oncology, Germany
Breast cancer is widely recognized as a biologically complex disease, in large part because of its continuous and dynamic interactions with the surrounding tumor microenvironment. Among the stromal elements, mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are of particular interest due to their ab [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Manish Rokaya, Karnali Academy of Health Sciences, Nepal
Background: Nepal continues to face challenges in achieving universal health coverage, with out-of-pocket expenditure accounting for over 54% of total health spending and catastrophic health expenditure concentrated among the poorest households, particularly in Karnali Province. [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Ameen Nicola Nahas, MedLife Medical Voluntary Foundation, Syrian Arab Republic
Background: Rural areas in Syria face significant challenges in maternal and neonatal health due to conflict, limited resources, and disrupted healthcare services. Improving access to quality obstetric care is essential to reduce maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Cailian Wang, Capital Medical University School of Nursing, China
Aim: To evaluate the implementation effects of the NEURO Plan in patients with mild cognitive impairment. Methods: 30 patients were randomly allocated to either a control group or an intervention group. The control group received health education and the intervention g [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Federico Benetti, Benetti Foundation, Argentina
Direct myocardial transplant of HFDSCs (human fetal derived stem cells) by open chest surgical procedure was performed in 10 patients with Heart Failure (HF) due to no ischemic, no chagasic dilated cardiomyopathy. All 10 patients survived the operation. At 40 months, the mean (&p [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Ches Jones, University of Arkansas, United States
Soccer is one of the most popular sports worldwide. Studies show that female athletes have a higher concussion incidence rate in soccer compared to men. These differences could possibly be due to anatomical differences, and differences in playing styles. Further research would be [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Raziul Islam, Bangladesh University of Professionals, Bangladesh
Essential workers in cities and towns, waste and sanitation workers are on the front lines of urban environmental management; at the same time, their occupational conditions often require repeated exposure to biological hazards and contaminated materials. In low- and middle-incom [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Simonne Hrinkova, New Jersey Department of Health, United States
Relevance and Significance: Cardiovascular diseases have been the leading cause of death and among New Jerseyans1. Hypertension is a significant risk factor and nationally, almost half of those with hypertension are not in control2. Evidence shows that a team-based care approach [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Aneri Amin, Drexel University College of Medicine, United States
Childhood stunting and malnutrition remain major challenges faced by low- and middle-income urban communities in Indonesia. To address such issues, the government established the Posyandu cadres, community-driven Integrated Health Posts that emphasize the role of community member [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Ahora Chehri, Valencian Institute of Oncology, Germany
Purpose of the study: This study aims to analyze global research trends and emerging themes in the applicationof stem cell biology for cancer therapy. The intent is to map the intellectual landscape and identify key areas of focus and collaboration from 2020 to 2024. Methodology [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Naomi Kremen, New Jersey Department of Health, United States
Relevance and Significance: Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death among New Jerseyans1. Strong empirical evidence illustrates the causation between high blood pressure (hypertension) and cardiovascular diseases. As shown by America’s Health Rankings, 33.4% [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Rachel Oriuwa, Tufts University School of Medicine, United States
Healthcare planning is most effective when informed by the priorities, experiences, and needs of the communities it serves. As part of an Applied Practice Experience at Richard Novati Catholic Hospital (RNCH) in Sogakope, Ghana, this project examines community health needs within [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Michalina Jadick, Boston University Chobanian, United States
In Sub-Saharan Africa, waterborne diseases are a significant public health concern, contributing to preventable illness and death among vulnerable populations. Household water chlorination is one cost-effective method for improving drinking water safety, yet uptake remains limite [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Tedros Fikru Teshome, Africa Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Ethiopia
Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) remains a major public health threat in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in high-mobility and cross-border settings where the risk of disease importation is high. Point-of-Entry (PoE) surveillance is a critical intervention for the early detection and co [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Ali Abidi, Onalaska High School, United States
Social isolation is a public health crisis in the United States and was identified as a national epidemic by the U.S. Surgeon General in 2023. Social Isolation is influenced by social determinants of health (SDOH). However, county-level surveillance data remain incomplete, with 7 [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Ruby Natale, University of Miami School of Medicine, United States
Background: Mobile health (mHealth) applications have the potential to increase access to evidence-based mental health supports for early childhood educators and families. However, many digital interventions fail to adequately address the cultural, linguistic, and contextual need [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Pratik Sharma, University at Buffalo, United States
Background: WHO State Party Annual Report (SPAR) submissions provide self-assessed national capacities under the International Health Regulations. While preparedness gaps in low-resource settings are well described, the trajectory of capacity across Asia’s diverse subr [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Geon Woo Lee, The Catholic University of Korea, Korea, Republic of
Background: Tobacco-control policies in South Korea have expanded following ratification of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control. However, recent declines in smoking prevalence have slowed, while the rapid spread of novel tobacco products has created new regulator [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Sarah Acra, UF Genetics Institute, United States
Background: Per- and PolyFluoroAlkyl Substances (PFAS) are a class of persistent man-made chemicals, often referred to as “forever chemicals,” that have been detected in water, human tissues, and wildlife globally. The two most prevalent PFAS, PerFluoroOctanoic Acid ( [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Sharun, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Reserach, India
Background: Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) is the most common childhood malignancy, with a multifactorial etiology involving both genetic susceptibility and environmental exposures. Increasing evidence suggests that chronic exposure to pesticides, toxic metals, and disturbanc [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Subash Thapa, Georgia Southern University, United States
Urban air pollution displays complex temporal characteristics influenced by pollutant composition, regulatory frameworks, and atmospheric conditions. While numerous studies have focused on forecasting pollutant concentration levels, limited attention has been given to pollutant-s [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Sihlosokuhle Zwane, University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa
Health seeking behaviour plays an important role in healthcare systems and in achieving a healthy society. It influences actions such as disease prevention and treatment outcomes in a population. Men are known to be scarce in health and possess limited knowledge about the health [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Nikhil Fernandes, Yale Center for Clinical Investigation, United States
This literature review examines racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic health disparities in Connecticut through an analysis of 30 peer-reviewed studies and state reports published between 2008 and 2025. Despite strong statewide healthcare quality, Black and Hispanic residents particu [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Salma Warsame, La Trobe University, Australia
Type 2 diabetes (T2D) has emerged as highly prevalent in migrants residing in predominantly English-speaking countries, yet there is little research on tobacco smoking behaviours. This systematic review compares tobacco smoking prevalence among migrants and non-migrants with T2D [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Andres Alejandro Davila Vargas, Florida International University, United States
Chile is regarded as one of the most stable countries in Latin America; however, the country has recently been observing a rise in illicit drug trafficking and consumption. Despite maintaining a secure economy and democracy after the dictatorship of Augusto Pinochet, Chile is str [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Adeva A Elem, Mercer University, United States
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder and a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among adults aged 65 years and older in the United States. Despite the availability of FDA-approved medications, current treatments primarily address symptoms [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Title : The public health impacts of chronic kidney disease in Sub-Saharan Africa: A call for action
Yared Mezemir Tiruneh, University of Eastern Piedmont, Italy
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is emerging as a significant yet under-recognized public health challenge in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). While substantial progress has been achieved in controlling infectious diseases, the growing burden of non-communicable diseases threatens to underm [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Viviani Lopez Rivera, PR Department of Health, Puerto Rico
Analysis of long-term suicide mortality trends is essential for informing public health strategies and assessing intervention effectiveness. Through this study, a detailed and comprehensive temporal analysis of age-adjusted suicide rates in Puerto Rico from 2000 to 2024 was achie [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Veronique Whittaker, University of California, United States
Background: Climate change represents a critical and escalating public health emergency, increasingly manifesting as extreme heat and severe flooding. These environmental shocks disproportionately impact vulnerable demographics, yet the specific mechanisms and epidemiological sca [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Dylan Hudson, Prisma Health, United States
Introduction: Sarteneja is a rural coastal community in northern Belize with historically limited access to consistent medical care. Until recently, the village lacked a permanent physician, and residents relied on intermittent outreach clinics or travel to access services. [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Anna Maria Anim Sampong, University College London, United Kingdom
Background: Breast cancer mostly occurs in women. The disease and types of treatment provided to breast cancer patients can affect their quality of life (QoL) and lifestyle choices. Although several studies on breast cancer and its associated impact on patients have been conducte [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Nicole Ariadna Galan Baez, Ministry of Public Health and Social Assistance of the Dominican Republic, Dominican Republic
Background: Health-care-seeking behavior among adults is shaped by intersecting socioeconomic, perceptual, and system-level factors that have been documented across Latin America. Evidence shows that many adults initially interpret symptoms through personal and social lenses [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Katherine Victorio, Ministry of Health of the Dominican Republic, Dominican Republic
Background: The speed at which a suspected dengue case receives care determines the diagnostic algorithm: nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT)/reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) or NS1 antigen within 0–7 days of symptom onset, and immunoglobulin M [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Alarice Francisco, Ministry of Public Health and Social Assistance of the Dominican Republic, Dominican Republic
Background: The social determinants of health (SDH) significantly influence population well-being and health equity. In Latin America, social inequalities remain a major barrier to achieving universal health coverage, particularly among vulnerable populations. In the Dominican Re [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Chuchu Churko, Arba Minch University, Ethiopia
Background: Visceral leishmaniasis (VL) is a severe, infectious, life-threatening public health concern in Ethiopia. Since early 2022, the outbreak of VL in the South Omo Zone, particularly among pastoralist communities, has resulted in multiple deaths. Objective: To assess [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (Virtual)
Success Okonkwo, Imo State University, Nigeria
Salmonella species are important Gram-negative pathogens associated with gastrointestinal infections, with increasing antimicrobial resistance posing a significant public health concern worldwide. This study carried out a comparative analysis of the prevalence and antimicrobial r [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (Virtual)
Mackenna Tamanaha, Tulane University, United States
For patients experiencing acute medical emergencies, time to definitive care is a direct determinant of survival. In the United States, rural populations face well-documented barriers to reaching emergency facilities within clinically recommended timeframes. Hawaii is an understu [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (Virtual)
Inseo Kim, Iolani School, United States
The COVID-19 pandemic worsened structural vulnerabilities within U.S. school food environments and intensified the “double burden of malnutrition” the coexistence of food insecurity and obesogenic dietary behaviors. Although each independently relates to impaired cogn [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (Virtual)
Elizabeth Chernobelsky, Quinnipiac University, United States
Hypertension (HTN) is a major contributor to cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the Dominican Republic (DR). Undiagnosed and inadequately treated HTN is particularly common among underserved populations, such as those living in bateyes and barrios, who often fa [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (Virtual)
Deepti Tantry, Johns Hopkins University, United States
Background: In the United States, South Asian populations experience disproportionately high rates of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and metabolic syndrome compared to other ethnic groups. These disparities are compounded by a lack of culturally infor [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (Virtual)
Qeren Happuk Evangeline Gomes Costa, Independent Researcher, Brazil
Primary health care is widely recognized as the foundation of effective and equitable public health systems. However, even well-established primary care models may fail to adequately address the needs of populations with disabilities. This study examines structural barriers to [....] » Read More
Keynote Presentation (In-person)
Sebastiano Venturi, Department of Public Health of Rimini, Italy
The global dissemination of artificial radionuclides since 1945 represents a novel environmental condition in evolutionary terms. Isotopes such as Cesium-137 (Cs-137) and Iodine-131 (I-131), generated through nuclear weapons testing, reactor accidents, and nuclear energy pro [....] » Read More
Keynote Presentation (In-person)
Giuseppe Orlando, University of Bari Aldo Moro, Italy
Objectives: This works examines how baseline health risks in Cuba, Spain, Italy, and Germany relate to COVID-19 mortality trajectories and to identify system features associated with better outcomes. While previous comparative studies have emphasised GDP levels or hospital capaci [....] » Read More
Keynote Presentation (Virtual)
Reza Nassiri, Michigan State University, United States
Antibiotic resistance in clinical practice is driven by a complex interaction between genetic mechanisms within microorganisms and environmental factors that exert selective pressure on bacterial populations. Genetic drivers include spontaneous chromosomal mutations that alter an [....] » Read More
Keynote Presentation (Virtual)
Keekok Lee, University of Manchester, United Kingdom
This presentation is conducted within the framework of the Philosophy of Medicine, which makes a rough distinction between two domains in Modern Medicine, namely Clinical Medicine on the one hand and Epidemiology (and Public Health) on the other. It focuses on the following aspec [....] » Read More
Keynote Presentation (Virtual)
Bernd Blobel, University of Regensburg, Germany
For meeting the financial, quality and safety challenges as well as expectations of the patients, health and social care systems around the globe currently undergo a transformation towards personalized, preventive, predictive, participative precision medicine (5PM), supported by [....] » Read More
Keynote Presentation (Virtual)
Miroslav Radenkovic, University of Belgrade, Serbia
Bioethics in public health involves balancing individual rights with collective well-being, often under resource constraints and urgent crises. Key challenges arise when promoting population health conflicts with personal autonomy or equity. Public health officials must navigate [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Gutema Bulti Tura, Ethiopian Public Health Institution, Ethiopia
Background: Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) is a global health emergency caused by SARS-CoV-2. Vaccination is a key prevention and control strategy. Ethiopia began COVID-19 vaccination in March 2021, but data on vaccine effectiveness remain limited, particularly in African countri [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Babajide Oluponle Akinola, Spotless de Royal Nig. Ltd., Nigeria
Background: Oral health remains one of the most neglected dimensions of global public health, despite its well-established links to systemic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and adverse pregnancy outcomes. Historically, oral health services have operated [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Chunyan Li, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, China
Background: Elder abuse is a significant public health issue, particularly among those from ethnic minorities who often face unique cultural and social challenges that may exacerbate their vulnerability. However, research on elder abuse in this population remains limited. This st [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Malwande Shooster Mgilane, Iyunivesithi Walter Sisulu, South Africa
Background: Foreign healthcare workers (FHCWs) play a crucial role in strengthening healthcare systems in South Africa, helping to fill gaps in critical professional roles. Despite their contributions, they frequently encounter stigma and bias from colleagues, patients, and [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Mohamed Emhemed Issa Hadaga, National Center for Disease Control, Libyan Arab Jamahiriya
Background: Countries experiencing high population mobility face increased risks of cross-border transmission of infectious diseases. Strengthening capacities at Points of Entry (PoE) is essential to ensure compliance with the International Health Regulations (IHR 2005), improve [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Ilunga Ngalande, Unicohs University College, Zambia
Background: Suicide remains a major public health concern, accounting for an estimated 800,000 deaths annually, with a disproportionate burden in low- and middle-income countries. In Sub-Saharan Africa, the epidemiology of suicidal behavior is poorly characterized due to stigma, [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Samuel Abiodun Adetoye, Toypat Royal Medicare, Nigeria
Sustainable public health outcomes require healthcare systems that are accessible, equitable, and responsive to the needs of local populations. Community-based healthcare has emerged as a vital strategy for addressing health disparities, improving access to essential services, an [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Josephine Nchekwube Onwualu John, University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria
In the 21st century, science and innovation are redefining public health by addressing environmental health challenges and the growing threat of climate change. The health of humans is directly connected to the condition of the environment, it is crucial to make environmental pro [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Susan Njoki Mambo, One Good Turn-Global Health, Kenya
Background: Global health organizations champion school health programs to improve community-wide health literacy. However, no standardized, multi-component program exists globally. Schools provide direct economic and educational benefits, making them ideal venues for health educ [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Xu Ruoyu, Capital Medical University, China
Objective: To develop an oral health management education program for the elderly based on the Health Belief Model and evaluate its feasibility. Methods: Using the Health Belief Model as a theoretical framework, an initial draft of the intervention program was developed through [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Paul Omoh Olopha, Federal University of Technology, Nigeria
Improving access to adequate antenatal care (ANC) remains a major global health priority for reducing maternal and neonatal mortality. Despite considerable progress in maternal health programs, substantial disparities in the utilization of recommended antenatal services persist a [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Bashemera Brenda Birungi, Makerere University, Uganda
Stroke classification using CT scan images is critical for enabling timely diagnosis and effective clinical decision-making. However, automated detection of stroke types particularly early-stage ischemic stroke-remains challenging due to subtle variations in tissue density that a [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Djamba Okitokonda Fidele, Ministere De La Santé Publique Hygiene Et Prevoyance Sociale, Congo, the Democratic Republic of the
Introduction: This study aims to describe the epidemiological dynamics and clinical characteristics of Mpox cases in the Limete urban health zone (Kinshasa, DRC) in 2025, against the backdrop of a regional resurgence of the virus. Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Fowzia Mohamed Hussein, SRCS, Somalia
The study investigated the factors associated with preeclampsia among expectant mothers attending in Hargeisa Group Hospital. Preeclampsia, is a pregnancy-specific disease defined as the occurrence of hypertension and significant proteinuria in a previously healthy woman on or af [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Surya Bali, AIIMS Bhopal, India
Background: Sexual coercion poses a serious threat to adolescent health and wellbeing, leading to immediate psychological distress and long-term social and health consequences. Despite increasing attention to adolescent protection, evidence on the magnitude and determinants [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Nneamaka Chiegboka, Federal University of Technology, Nigeria
The emergence of multiple antibiotic resistance in bacteria and the indiscriminate use of antibiotics contribute to the dissemination of resistant pathogen in the environment. Hospital effluents are potential sources of antibiotic resistant bacteria which, if released into the ri [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Suzan Nakasendwa, Makerere University, Uganda
Background: Stroke is a leading cause of mortality and disability globally, with a disproportionate and growing burden in low-income and middle-income Countries. However, evidence on national temporal trends and short-term forecasts in Uganda remains limited. This study aimed to [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Andro Larong, Jose Maria College Foundation Inc, Philippines
This phenomenological study utilized a qualitative research design which aimed to understand the experiences of the doctors to the barrio (DTTB) working in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas (GIDA). In this study, nine (9) DTTB were chosen as participants through pur [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Berchie Isaac, Ahafo Ano South West District Assembly, Ghana
Mining is indispensable for the individual, for the society, and for the development of the nations. Unfortunately, mining procedures and operations are often associated with health hazards and environmental deterioration. The main aim of this study is to investigate the Environm [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Kateregga Bazilio, Preterm Infants Parents Network Uganda, Uganda
Introduction: Uganda has a highest fertility rate with 33% deliveries as preterm with a mortary rate of 22/1000 per live briths needing KC for survival furthermore, 90% of population seeking care at Public Health facilities most of which don’t have a community follow u [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (In-person)
Biresaw Tazaye Lake , World Health Innovation Forum, Ethiopia
Problem Description: Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer worldwide, with approximately 2.3 million new cases and 670,000 deaths annually, and nearly 70% of deaths occurring in low- and middle- income countries (LMICs) due to late-stage diagnosis. Current molecular [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Saanvi Muduganti, Onalaska High School, United States
Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women worldwide, with over two million new cases annually, and remains a leading cause of cancer-related mortality. Despite improvements in early detection and therapy, 20-30% of early-stage patients experience recurrence, [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Walelign Fetahei Teshome, Habitat for Humanity, Ethiopia
Background: Unsafe water, inadequate sanitation, and poor hygiene are major contributors to diarrheal diseases among children under five, particularly in rural communities. Integrated water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) interventions are recognized as effective approaches for i [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Mobarakeh Alipanah Dolatabad, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Performance appraisal (PA) systems are fundamental tools within human resource management (HRM) that systematically assess employee performance and contributions toward organizational goals. In sectors like healthcare and public administration, where employee performance directly [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Carlos Muleya, University of Zambia, Zambia
Background: Adolescents and young people living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) require mental health support, but access to medication-inclusive care may be constrained by distance. Methods: We mapped mental health services in Lusaka (urban) and Shibuyunji (rural) [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Abhishek Bansal, New Era Consultancy Services, India
Blood cancers such as leukemia and lymphoma do not usually present as a single localized solid tumor, but as systemic disorders of hematopoietic, immune, marrow, lymphoid, and molecular organization. This presentation proposes a B-Bio framework for modeling blood cancer as hemato [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Mackenzie Cullip, Ontario Forensic Pathology Service, Canada
Introduction: Our previous study investigated the acute impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and related public health measures on non-natural deaths in Ontario. This retrospective study evaluates long-term trends, including 2022-2023 as the post-pandemic phase. Methods: Ho [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
K Thamizhmaran, Government College of Engineering, India
Mental health has emerged as a significant public health concern among students due to increasing academic pressure, social expectations, technological influence, and changing lifestyles. Students at school and college levels frequently experience psychological challenges such as [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Anjali Thakur, National Health Authority, India
This paper explores the transformative potential of quantum computing in strengthening India's health systems. Quantum computing, with its unparalleled computational capabilities, offers solutions to complex healthcare challenges that are beyond the reach of classical compute [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Aghapy Yermans Yakoup, Zewail City of Science and Technology, Egypt
Public health and environmental security are seriously at risk due to the growing contamination of pathogenic microorganisms. Therefore, effective antimicrobials are urgently needed. In our study, the antimicrobial effects of three types of nanoparticles were investigated with ph [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Santosh Kumar Mishra, S. N. D. T. Women’s University, India
Article-3 of Universal Declaration of Human tights, adopted by the United Nations (UN), mandates that everyone has the right to safe life. But gender-based violence (GBV), prevalent in many societies, is an obstacle to this realisation. There are three types of GBV: (a) physical [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
K R Aneja, Kurukshetra University, India
Human gut contains 1013 to 1014 microorganisms, with a huge concentration released in feces (1011-1012 bacteria/gm of stool), largely composed of anaerobic bacteria. Interestingly, these microbes make up 25-54% of the dry weight of faecal solids of bacteria and viruses (living an [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Charity Mukutuma Kaziya, The Copperbelt University, Zambia
Malaria remains a major global public health challenge, with Sub-Saharan Africa bearing the highest burden of disease. Effective control and eventual elimination depend on strong epidemiological surveillance systems that generate timely, accurate, and actionable data for decision [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Vladan Radosavljevic, Military Medical Academy, Serbia
The aim of the study was to examine the possibility of using the urinary concentration of 1-hydroxypyrene for screening high-risk male individuals for bladder cancer. Radosavljevi′s urinary screening protocol for the key chemical carcinogens used. Numerical data were arithm [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Samuel Tamayo, CES University, Colombia
The use of Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) has increased globally, with the highest prevalence among adolescents and young adults. E-cigarette or vaping product use associated lung injury (EVALI) has become a serious clinical entity, with rising figures in the US and [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Tambe Elvis Akem, Norwegian Red Cross, Cameroon
Background: In fragile and displacement settings, vaccine delivery continuity is often constrained by product characteristics rather than clinical efficacy. Vaccines designed for stable cold chains, skilled personnel, and multi-dose regimens may underperform when populations [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Tambe Elvis Akem, Norwegian Red Cross, Cameroon
Introduction: Donor reprioritization and fiscal uncertainty threaten the global polio endgame. No scoping review has mapped how fiscal constraint intersects with polio transmission trends, routine immunization coverage, outbreak response timeliness, and contextual vulnerability u [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Mohammed Nayeem, Franciscan Health Alliance, United States
Security professionals regularly make consequential decisions in environments defined by ambiguity, competing obligations, and incomplete information. Many of the most difficult challenges are not questions of policy compliance, but matters of professional judgment where reasonab [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Hendrix Mbukwa, Kamuzu University of Health Sciences, Malawi
Depression is a major global public health concern. The World Health Organization estimates that approximately 322 million people worldwide, nearly 5% of the global population live with depression, making it one of the leading contributors to the global burden of disease. Adole [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Francois Egbuonu, Utah Department of Health and Human Services, United States
Background: Timely access to high-quality data is essential for effective public health surveillance and response. Local health departments (LHDs) often experience delays and barriers to accessing standardized datasets due to fragmented data systems, governance constraints, [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Omar Mohammad Alqaisi, Al Zaytoonah University, Jordan
This scoping review search of five databases (Scopus, PubMed/Medline, ScienceDirect, and Cinahl) was conducted for original peer reviewed studies published between January 2020 and August 2025. The search focused on the effect of wars on cancer service delivery in conflict zones, [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Taiwo Akanbi Olaiya, Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria
The paper seeks to reimagine Nigeria's handling of COVID-19 not in terms of administrative failure and civic irresponsiveness, but rather in terms of a rational process wherein institutional logic and survival instincts intersect. In this narrative, COVID-19 did not create dy [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Teshager Zerihun Nigussie, University of Pretoria, South Africa
Background: Youths are increasingly attracted to e-cigarettes due to flavours and ease of access. This study therefore assessed trends in total volume sales of e-cigarette liquids (e-liquids) and flavour categories sold through the Nielsen sales channels during 2022-2025 and exam [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Ibrahim Olanrewaju Ibrahim, Lower Niger River Basin Development Authority, Nigeria
There has been a tremendous development of Medical Geosciences globally with several branches of Geosciences revolutionizing public health Medicine. Given the importance of Geo-environmental materials, factors and processes, including both geogenic and anthropogenic activities as [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (In-person)
Kashif Hussain Qureshi, Sindh Province, Pakistan
Background: Disasters require coordinated multisectoral engagement for effective risk assessment, preparedness, response, and recovery. The 2025 floods in Sindh, Pakistan affected millions of people and livestock, revealing gaps in coordination under a One Health framework. [....] » Read More
Title : Health-related social cost of climate change
Dai Yeun Jeong, Asia Climate Change Education Center, Korea, Republic of
Human-induced climate change is recognized as the most serious environmental problem in terms of its impact on nature and society. Its impacts on nature include biodiversity loss, habitat shift, and sea level rise, etc. while its impacts on society include land-use, economic stru [....] » Read More
Title : Population health, public health and the social determinants of health: The state of the science
Adele Ann Webb, Strategic Education, Inc., United States
Health outcomes are influenced by far more than healthcare services alone. A growing body of evidence demonstrates that social, economic, environmental, and structural factors significantly affect health status, quality of life, and longevity. Population health, public health, an [....] » Read More
Title : Poetry therapy: A public health approach to mental well-being
Nile Stanley, University of North Florida, United States
Poetry therapy (PT) is emerging as a scalable, low-cost, and non-stigmatizing public health intervention to address mental health disparities, addiction recovery, and community resilience, especially in underserved populations. Traditional psychiatric models often pose prohibitiv [....] » Read More
Title : Specific strategies over the life course for early identification, prevention, treatment, and long-term support
Denise Duffie, Centre for Recovery, Canada
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Title : Mental health disorders as part of the human experience: Epidemiology and neurobiological commonalities
Christopher Ashton, Center for Recovery, Canada
Increasing attention is being given to mental health disorders research and care strategies. This presentation will give current epidemiological evidence regarding trends in healthcare resources utilization for mental health and addiction disorders over the past 20 years. Aligned [....] » Read More
Title : Inside the juvenile brain: A neurodevelopmental and public health approach to understanding youth criminal behavior
Ann Marie Leonard Zabel, Curry College, United States
Juvenile criminal behavior represents a significant public health concern, requiring an interdisciplinary framework that integrates epidemiology, neuroscience, and psychology. This presentation examines the neurodevelopmental origins of juvenile delinquency, emphasizing how early [....] » Read More
Title : Facilitated Self-Assembling Technology (FAST): A green nanotechnology approach for public health, bioavailability, and therapeutic innovation
Stephen Hsu, Augusta University, United States
Facilitated Self-Assembling Technology (FAST®) is a novel green nanotechnology platform designed to improve the bioavailability, stability, and functional performance of poorly water-soluble or unstable bioactive compounds under mild, aqueous, and scalable manufacturing condi [....] » Read More
Title : Addressing a public health crisis: Eliminating antibiotic resistant bacteria using nanotechnology in over 45,000 patients
Thomas J Webster, Brown University, United States
Nanomedicine is the use of nanomaterials to improve disease prevention, detection and treatment which has resulted in hundreds of FDA approved medical products. While nanomedicine has been around for several decades, new technological advances are pushing its boundaries. For [....] » Read More
Title : The five inborn hungers: An overlooked explanation of everyday human behaviour
Alphonsus Obayuwana, Triple-H Project LLC, United States
Theologians, philosophers, psychologists, and psychiatrists have debated for eons about the purpose of human life without reaching any conclusive agreement. This made Sigmoid Freud to write, “The question of purpose of life has been raised countless of times and it has neve [....] » Read More
Title : Master or servant? global health challenges and opportunities in the age of AI
David John Wortley, World Lifestyle Medicine Education Services, United Kingdom
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping global health, presenting a defining question for policymakers, clinicians, educators, and communities alike: Will AI become a master that deepens inequities and displaces human judgement, or a servant that amplifies human capacit [....] » Read More
Title : Interaction between infectious and non-communicable diseases: Contemporary challenges and trends
Mekhman N Mamedov, National Research Center for Preventive Medicine, Russian Federation
The morbidity rate in Russia is primarily driven by the increase in certain chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including cardiovascular diseases (CVD) associated with atherosclerosis, cancers, endocrine and metabolic disorders. On the other hand, Russia ranks among the top [....] » Read More
Title : Change your genes – change your life: Epigenetics of longevity
Kenneth R Pelletier, USCF School of Medicine, United States
Biology is no longer destiny. Our DNA doesn’t determine our health and disease prospects, as geneticists once believed. According to the new science of epigenetics, the vast majority of our genes are fluid and dynamic and their expression is shaped by what we think and what [....] » Read More
Title : Improving cancer care for LGBTQIA patients: A scoping review
Patricia Tai, University of Saskatchewan, Canada
Background: LGBTQIA+ includes Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (or Questioning), Intersex, Asexual (or Aromantic/Agender), plus other diverse sexual orientations and gender identities (e.g., nonbinary, pansexual, two spirit, gender fluid, etc). Health inequities in canc [....] » Read More
Title : Public health and the right to die: Spain's euthanasia law (LORE) as a model for future U.S. regulation
Alvaro Garzo Chumilla, University of Murcia, Spain
This presentation examines euthanasia from a public health, bioethical, and legal perspective, focusing on Spain’s regulatory experience following the implementation of the Organic Law on the Regulation of Euthanasia (LORE) in 2021. The Spanish framework represents one of t [....] » Read More
Title : Estimating short term effects of extreme heat on blood pressure using high resolution environmental linkage and lagged multilevel models
Hossein Estiri, Mass General Hospital, United States
Despite well documented cardiovascular effects of extreme heat, its short term impact on blood pressure in routine clinical settings remains poorly characterized. To address this knowledge gap, we examined the short term effects of extreme heat exposure on blood pressure (BP) in [....] » Read More
Title : Responding to extreme heat and poor air quality in community health centers: Perspectives from staff and patients
Katie George, OCHIN, Inc., United States
Context: Extreme heat and poor air quality events are increasing in frequency and severity and pose significant health risks. Patients served by community health centers (CHCs) experience these weather exposures disproportionately due to adverse contextual drivers of health. [....] » Read More
Title : The effect of educational intervention educational program using WhatsApp on adherence to anti-diabetic drugs in primary health care units
Ibrahim El Bayoumy, Tanta Faculty of Medicine, Egypt
Background: Low adherence to pharmacological therapy by patients with diabetes mellitus is a frequent and represents a worldwide challenge. Introduction: This study examined the effect of an education intervention program using WhatsApp_ messaging on medic [....] » Read More
Title : Isolation, characterization, and therapeutic application of a newly isolated bacteriophage PAGP25 against multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Payel Mondal, ICMR-National Institute for Research in Bacterial Infections, India
Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a clinically important opportunistic pathogen responsible for a diverse range of healthcare-associated infections, including chronic wound infections, burn wound infections, pneumonia, and urinary tract infections. The rapid emergence and global dissemin [....] » Read More
Title : Strengthening community-clinical linkages to improve hypertension control: Insights from the national hypertension control initiative
Rashmita Subedi, Office of Minority Health, United States
Background: Community-clinical linkages (CCLs) play a critical role in improving hypertension control among high-risk populations who face increased vulnerability due to social, economic, or environmental factors. The National Hypertension Control Initiative (NHCI), a partne [....] » Read More
Title : A school-based health program education significantly increases use of Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS)
Ann Messer, One Good Turn Global Health, United States
The use of Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) is a proven, low-cost, and life-saving response to diarrheal illness that has long remained underutilized. In Sub-Saharan Africa, the rate of ORS use is under 38%. In poor and rural households, challenges to ORS use include lack of both [....] » Read More
Title : Early and explainable prediction of treatment failure in cutaneous leishmaniasis using clinical, climatic, and spatial data: A nationwide machine learning study in Brazil, 2015-2025
Megbaru Animut, University of Brasília, Brazil
Background: Treatment failure in cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL) remains a significant public health challenge in Brazil, contributing to persistent morbidity, relapse, and ongoing transmission. Early identification of patients at high risk of treatment failure is limited by th [....] » Read More
Title : Beyond Narcan distribution: A black health equity approach to opioid capacity building in Washington, DC
Nadeali Akbarr, Us Helping Us, People Into Living Inc., United States
The opioid crisis in Washington, DC continues to disproportionately impact Black and LGBTQ+ communities, populations who face systemic barriers to care and are often met with criminalization instead of support. Us Helping Us, People Into Living, Inc., a Black-led organization roo [....] » Read More
Title : A Harmonic Jaccard Index (HJI) for enhanced diagnostic accuracy and optimal cut-off point selection
Subash Thapa, Georgia Southern University, United States
Accurate evaluation of diagnostic tests is a cornerstone of evidence-based medicine, yet common statistical metrics like the Youden Index (J) show limitations with imbalanced class distributions. This paper introduces the Harmonic Jaccard Index (HJI), a metric for assessing diagn [....] » Read More
Title : Insights into climate change dynamics: A tourism climate index-based evaluation of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Ullah Nadeem, Tianjin University, China
Summary of the presentation covering the tourism climate index-based analysis of climate change impacts on tourism in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. Background: Tourism is a vital economic sector in Pakistan, yet the country is highly vulnerable to climate change. Gilgit-Balt [....] » Read More
Title : Association between household wealth and malaria infection in the LLINEUP2 cluster randomized trial, Uganda (2020–2023)
Radwa Nahla, Drexel University, United States
Background: Malaria remains a major public health burden in Uganda, accounting for ~4.8% of global cases. Despite expanded vector control like long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs), transmission disproportionately affects socioeconomically disadvantaged populations. This study i [....] » Read More
Title : Public health wasn’t built for everyone, and it shows
Avery McDougle, Correct Strategies, United States
Public health continues to invest in campaigns, outreach, and education, yet many of the communities most impacted remain the hardest to reach. The issue is not a lack of effort. It is a matter of design. This session challenges the belief that better messaging alone will fix eng [....] » Read More
Title : Is American hegemony a hazard to global health or can resilient nation states outlast economic sanctions: A synthetic-control analysis of Iran 1985-2023
Lin Chen, UCLA, United States
Background: Economic sanctions are a widely used instrument of foreign policy but remain controversial due to their potential humanitarian consequences. Prior cross-national research has linked U.S, Imposed sanctions to substantial excess mortality globally, raising concern [....] » Read More
Title : From siloed efforts to shared impact: Designing cross-sector collaboration that accelerates health equity
Ricardhy Grandoit, Elevate Impact, United States
Cross-sector collaboration is often cited as essential to advancing health equity and addressing complex public health and healthcare challenges. However, many well-intentioned partnerships struggle to move beyond coordination into sustained, measurable impact. Common barriers in [....] » Read More
Title : Examining gendered parental perspectives on child spacing in rural Sierra Leone
Chloe Y Chan, Lehigh University, United States
Data from recent focus group discussions in rural Sierra Leone suggest that mothers and fathers maintain notably different perspectives on childbearing frequency and child spacing practices, potentially undermining the effective implementation of child spacing public health initi [....] » Read More
Title : Hydrogen medicine: A new promising direction in modern medicine and public health
Ashot Khachatryan, National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Armenia, Armenia
In the 21st century, healthcare systems worldwide are facing a growing burden of chronic and degenerative diseases associated with an aging population and oxidative stress. There is a pressing need for new, safe, and scientifically validated strategies aimed not only at treatment [....] » Read More
Title : Effectiveness of 3D VR technology in nursing education (post- operative care and public health for better patient outcome)
Sachin V Rasane, Previse Studio Pvt Ltd, India
Nurses and Caretakers are backbone and lifeline of healthcare system. Shortage of 8 million nurses and quality Caretakers is big challenge globally. Globalization created more opportunities for skilled nurses in different sectors. Poor educational infrastructure, shortage of skil [....] » Read More
Title : Early risk prediction of non-alcoholic fatty pancreas disease: A machine learning–based nomogram from the UK Biobank cohort
Zhuoyi Peng, Guangdong Provicial People's Hospital, China
Background: Non-alcoholic fatty pancreas disease (NAFPD) is an under-recognized metabolic disorder with no standardized diagnostic criteria, making early detection challenging. This study aimed to identify easily accessible clinical indicators strongly associated with NAFPD, and [....] » Read More
Title : Mental health disorders among aged population: Risk factors and prevention strategies
Santosh Kumar Mishra, S. N. D. T. Women’s University, India
Mental health disorder among aging population (aged above 60 or 65 years) is health challenge in all countries. According to data published by the World Health Organization (WHO), the global population is aging, it is expected to keep growing for another 50-60 years (reaching 10. [....] » Read More
Title : The influence of adult children’s education on the health behavior of parents
Chen An, Zhongnan University of Economics and Law, China
China faces challenges in promoting “healthy aging”, particularly with the world’s largest elderly population. The health issues of older demographics require more attention. While existing research has extensively examined the role of individual socioeconomic c [....] » Read More
Title : Artificial Intelligence, equity, and pediatric neurodevelopmental disorders: A scoping review of clinical practice applications
Florida Uzoaru, Southeastern Louisiana University, United States
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly used in healthcare and has the potential to improve the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and management of neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) in children. Early identification and personalized care are often constrained by subjective [....] » Read More
Title : Natural family planning through the view of personalized and precision reproductive healthcare: An option for clinicians, geneticists and caregivers to realize the potential of genomics-informed care to secure the individualized human biosafety and planetary demographics
Sergey Suchkov, N.D. Zelinskii Institute for Organic Chemistry of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
A new systems approach to diseased states and wellness result in a new branch in the healthcare services, namely, personalized & precision medicine (PPM). PPM as a New Model of Healthcare Services is the Science and ART, Illustrating application of sets of the different Tools [....] » Read More
Title : The role of Artificial Intelligence in enhancing radiotherapy practice: A scoping review
Patricia Tai, University of Saskatchewan, Canada
Background: Artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging, with significant potential to enhance radiotherapy practice in practically every step of the way. Radiotherapy involves complex labor intensive and operator dependent preparation before treatment. This scoping review updates t [....] » Read More
Title : Grassroots mobilisation: Leveraging civil society and community leadership to bridge gaps in vaccine coverage
Mariano Votta, Italian NGO Cittadinanzattiva, Italy
The WHO has defined community engagement as “a process of developing relationships that enable stakeholders to work together to address health related issues and promote well being to achieve positive health impact and outcomes” and it underlines the “Community [....] » Read More
Title : High-resolution CT as a key diagnostic tool in rare interstitial lung diseases: Imaging patterns and clinical correlation from a single center experience
Kristina Dimitrijevic, University Clinic of Pulmonology and Allergology, North Macedonia
Rare interstitial lung diseases (ILDs) comprise a heterogeneous group of diffuse parenchymal disorders with overlapping clinical presentations, making diagnosis challenging. High-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) has become a central noninvasive tool for early detection and c [....] » Read More
Title : Assessing human exposure to key chemical carcinogens diagnostic approaches and interpretation
Vladan Radosavljevic, Military Medical Academy, Serbia
Urinary screening of biomarkers/metabolites of the most dangerous chemical carcinogens involves the first analysis of urine using HPLC and ICP instruments. Doctor compares the obtained results with standard (normal) values. If there are biomarker values higher than normal, it wil [....] » Read More