In recent years, the functional outcomes of patients with right hemisphere stroke (RHS) received considerable attention due to their impact on disability, independent living, quality of life and economic burden. Hemi-inattention (HI) is a complex condition which often accompanie…
The primary aim of this thesis was to increase healthcare professionals' understanding surrounding the emotional distress of paediatric oncology patients prior to reaching five-year survivorship status, to inform resource allocation and evidence-based clinical interventions. Pap…
Despite seasonal cholera outbreaks in Bangladesh, little is known about the relationship between environmental conditions and cholera cases. We seek to develop a predictive model for cholera outbreaks in Bangladesh based on environmental predictors. To do this, we estimate the c…
Although an effective combination of antiretroviral therapy (ART) confers benefits, a few patients have experienced virological rebound after a period of viral suppression followed by development of HIV strains that are resistant to the antiretroviral (ARV) drugs. Although it is…
The World Health Organization recommends early initiation (<1 h) of breastfeeding (EIBF) and exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) until 6 mo of age. Despite these recommendations, delayed initiation and non-exclusive BF are common and often associated with mother's perception of certai…
Recidivism is a substantial problem in the United States due to the number of paroles/probationers reoffending. The U.S. prison system has become the new asylum and a revolving door for individuals, which is even more true for those with substance use disorders (SUDs). Once thes…