Prevention and treatment of postoperative pulmonary complications after cesarean section in high-altitude areas: A narrative review
Available online 27 May 2026
This review offers a narrative synthesis of evidence on the prevention and management of pulmonary complications after cesarean delivery in high-altitude areas. It integrates high-altitude physiology...
Understanding drug anaphylactic shock: A narrative review on its recognition and first aid strategies
September 2025
Drug allergies are the most common cause of fatal anaphylaxis and a public health problem that plagues every clinician. Based on the actual situation of clinical nursing, the author consulted the latest...
Plants for milk augmentation in lactating women: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled clinical trials
March 2026
Plant-based galactagogues are widely used as traditional remedies to address insufficient breast milk supply; however, their effectiveness remains uncertain, warranting a systematic evaluation of the...
Factors influencing nursing mothers’ exclusive breastfeeding practices and their effects on infants aged zero to six months in Nigeria: A review of current evidence
September 2024
This systematic review aimed to investigate the various factors contributing to the practice of Exclusive Breastfeeding (EBF) among nursing mothers in Nigeria and its potential effects on infants aged...
Prevalence and outcome of puerperal sepsis among mothers in Nigeria: A five-year retrospective study
September 2024
Puerperal sepsis is one of the leading causes of maternal illness and mortality in low- and middle-income countries, despite advances in diagnosis, antimicrobial therapy, and medical management....
Evidence summary: How to implement early mother-infant skin-to-skin contact after delivery
June 2024
This study aimed to delineate the optimal practices for early mother-infant skin-to-skin contact (SSC) by synthesizing the best available evidence, thereby facilitating its implementation and promo...
The effects of a health literacy promotion program for prevention of preterm birth among pregnant women who received antenatal care services in the hospital-based
March 2025
Premature birth, defined as delivery before 37 weeks of gestation, is a critical global health issue that poses significant risks to maternal and neonatal well-being. Although substantial research has...
Determining factors associated with anaemia in pregnant women visiting the antenatal care unit at St. Paul’s Hospital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: Unmatched case-control study
March 2025
Anaemia during pregnancy is associated with maternal death, premature birth, low birth weight, and infant death. In Ethiopia, the prevalence of anaemia among pregnant women is high. Owing to differences...
Knowledge and cultural influences on childhood immunization among caregivers in a rural setting of Umerkot, Sindh, Pakistan: A cross-sectional study
June 2026
A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted in the rural areas of Umerkot District, Sindh, Pakistan. Using nonprobability purposive sampling, caregivers (n = 103) with at least one child aged...
Construction of evidence-based nursing management strategies for pregnancy-associated venous thrombosis: A Delphi method
June 2026
To construct a nursing management strategy for preventing venous thromboembolism (VTE) in perinatal women using an evidence-based approach....
Effects of a “care for child development” model intervention on neurodevelopment and ASQ scores in high-risk infants
March 2026
Family nurturing is increasingly recognized as critical for improving the prognosis of high-risk infants. However, evidence supporting the effectiveness of targeted nurturing care interventions remains...
Midwives as climate caregivers: Caring for birthing individuals, babies and the planet
June 2026
Planetary health highlights the interdependence of human health and environmental well-being, making climate-responsive care increasingly urgent in maternal and newborn health. Midwives occupy a unique...
Educational attainment and its impact on prevalence of sterilization among Indian women
March 2026
Population policies are concerned with maternal and child health, and contraceptive methods have became a priority in recent centuries, especially in underdeveloped and developing countries. Female...
Parents' perspectives on the quality of life of adolescents living with autism spectrum disorder in Ghana
September 2025
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a challenging public health condition with significant impacts on the wellbeing and quality of life of adolescents. This study uses Betty Ferrel's Quality of Life Model...
Determinants of under-five mortality in Zimbabwe: Evidence from the 2015–2016 Zimbabwe demographic Health Survey data
March 2024
Child mortality is an important measure of a population’s health status. It is included in the third sustainable development goal that aims to improve global health by reducing under-five mortality...
Dietary diversity practices and determinants among pregnant women in Jigjiga, Ethiopia: insight from a community-based cross-sectional study
September 2025
Maintaining a balanced diet throughout pregnancy is difficult for many pregnant women, despite the fact that appropriate nutrition is crucial for the health of both the mother and child. A wide variety...
Socio-demographic determinants of diet quality among working women of reproductive age in Malaysia
March 2024
Having a good diet quality not only increases the chance of getting all essential nutrients but also reduces the risk of non-communicable diseases....
Social mobility, individual agency, and the reimagining of motherhood: Emerging trends in Women's reproductive desires in Türkiye
Available online 4 June 2026
Motherhood is a multidimensional phenomenon shaped by biological, social, and economic factors. While fertility decline is well-documented in Türkiye, limited research addresses how individual agency...
Analysis of interactive causes of undernutrition in minority children in the Liangshan Yi region, Western China
March 2026
This study aimed to investigate the epidemiological characteristics and interactive causes of child undernutrition in the Liangshan Yi region of western China and identify potential interaction mechanisms...
Why are women with gestational diabetes in Kerala at higher risk for T2DM? A qualitative study on sociocultural factors
March 2026
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a significant risk factor for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). In India, where Kerala has a high diabetes prevalence, GDM management becomes complicated by sociocultural...
Prevalence and multidimensional associated factors of childhood overweight and obesity in Chengdu, China: A cross-sectional study
June 2026
To examine the current prevalence of childhood overweight and obesity in Chengdu (China) and identify multidimensional correlates spanning demographics, family influence, behaviors, and psychological...
Parents’ expectations regarding media use among children up to 6 years of age
July 2023
To describe parents’ expectations concerning information sources and counseling related to media use by children up to six years of age....
Applying diet plans and carbohydrate tracking using self-care theory to address weight regulation challenges in gestational diabetes for improved outcomes
June 2025
Effective management of gestational diabetes hinges on careful regulation of diet, carbohydrate intake, and weight. Self-Care Theory plays a pivotal role by empowering patients to take active control...
The influence of postpartum food taboos in Brazil on maternal dietary restrictions and infant growth outcomes: A cross-sectional study
June 2026
This study aimed to identify the influence of food taboos on puerperal mothers and analyze the relationship between these taboos, breastfeeding practices, and infant nutritional status....
Prevalence and associated factors of primary postpartum hemorrhage among mothers who delivered at selected hospitals in East Wollega Zone, West Oromia, Ethiopia, 2022
Available online 25 June 2026
Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is the main cause of maternal mortality worldwide. Most PPH-related illnesses and deaths occur within the first 24 h following childbirth and may be severed by shock, renal...