Libya

Knowledge, Performance, and Awareness Towards the Use of Disinfectant and Hand Sanitizers during COVID-19 Pandemic: A Questionnaire-Based Survey

Mediterranean Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences This article aims to assess the knowledge, performance, and awareness of individuals regarding the use of these essential hygiene products during the COVID-19 pandemic in Libya. Journal Article

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Ferritin Levels as Indicators of Severity and Mortality in COVID-19 Patients from Tripoli, Libya

Iraqi Journal of Industrial Research This article reports that increased ferritin levels may indicate worsening COVID-19 cases and can be associated with disease severity and mortality. Journal Article

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Fear in General Populations: A Cross-Sectional Study on Perceived Fear of Common Diseases, COVID-19, Life Events, and Environmental Threats in 30 Countries

Journal of Global Health This article aims to inform public health strategies that balance health-seeking behaviors by surveying respondents from 30 countries including Egypt, Lebanon, Libya, Sudan, and Saudi Arabia. Journal Article

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Complications Linked to Acute COVID-19 Phase During Its Second Wave Era

AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences This article aims to screen and identify complications of acute COVID-19 in 176 SARS-CoV-2 infected patients in Zawia city in Libya. Journal Article

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Correlates of COVID-19 Vaccine Uptake Among the Forcibly Displaced: Evidence from Libya

Archives of Public Health This article examines the determinants of COVID-19 vaccine uptake among the forcibly displaced in Libya. Journal Article

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Changes in Sleep Duration and Sleep Timing in the General Population From Before to During the First COVID-19 Lockdown: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health This article performs a meta-analysis of articles from Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, KSA, the UAE, and other countries to evaluate the impact of COVID-19 lockdowns on quantitative sleep parameters. Journal Article

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Comparative Analysis of COVID-19 Serological Testing Methods to Polymerase Chain Reaction: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

medRxiv This working paper reviews 13 studies including one from Libya to evaluate the sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy of SARS-CoV-2 antibody tests in diagnosing COVID-19. Working Paper

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Complications Following COVID-19 Infection or Vaccination in Libyan International Medical University Students and Their Families

Alqalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences This article highlights the important associations between SARS-CoV-2 infection, vaccination, and possible complications at the Libyan International Medical University in Benghazi. Journal Article

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Digital Health Implementation Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Journal Of Clinical Practice and Medical Case Report This article aims to emphasize the significance and feasibility of teledentistry in diagnostic dentistry in Libya, both before and during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown Journal Article

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Effects of Face Mask Mandates on COVID-19 Transmission in 51 Countries: Retrospective Event Study

JMIR Public Health and Surveillance This article examines the impact of mask mandates and recommendations on self-reported mask use and SARS-CoV-2 reproduction numbers in Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Libya, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Tunisia, Yemen, and other countries. Journal Article

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