Drug Use Disorder and Coping Mechanisms Due to COVID-19 Pandemic Measures: A Cross-Sectional Survey
Qeios This working paper explores the impact of COVID-19 measures on people with substance use disorder in Oman. Working Paper
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Identification of New Pharmacophore against SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein by Multi-Fold Computational and Biochemical Techniques
Nature Scientific Reports This Oman Research Council-funded study aims to discover novel potential inhibitors against SARS CoV-2 spike protein from naturally derived compound (AKBA) derivatives. Journal Article
Read MoreMolecular Docking as a Tool for the Discovery of Novel Insight about the Role of Acid Sphingomyelinase Inhibitors in SARS-CoV-2 Infectivity
BMC Public Health This article reports on the performance of molecular docking in silico of ASMase/ceramide system inhibitors by researchers from Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, and other countries to predict the prospective efficacy of inhibitors as anti-SARS-CoV-2 medication. Journal Article
Read MoreHow was the SME’s Performance in Oman during COVID-19?
International Journal of Economics and Financial Issues This article examines the performance and the challenges faced by SMEs (small and medium enterprises) in Oman during the COVID-19 pandemic. Journal Article
Read MorePsychological Symptoms of COVID-19 Pandemic Among Community-Dwelling Older People in Oman and Associated Risk Factors
Sage Open Nursing This article aims to investigate the psychological manifestations of the COVID-19 pandemic in the community-dwelling older population in Oman. Journal Article
Read MoreMigrant Workers with COVID-19: A Major Challenge for Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Countries to Curb the Spread of Infection
Global Health Promotion This article studies the challenge of COVID-19 infections among immigrant populations in the GCC and presents recommendations to alleviate the burden on host countries and improve protection measures for migrant workers. Journal Article
Read MoreAn Epidemiological Model for Analysing Pandemic Trends of Novel Coronavirus Transmission with Optimal Control
Journal of Biological Dynamics This article examines the temporal dynamics and optimal control of COVID-19 propagation in Oman, the UAE, and other settings using an epidemiological model. Journal Article
Read MoreThe Psychological Impact and Suicidal Behaviour in the Context of the COVID-19 Pandemic: Four Case Reports From Oman
Cureus This article reports four cases of suicidal attempts during the COVID-19 outbreak in Oman due to the lockdown and related financial difficulties. Journal Article
Read MoreThe Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Rates and Predictors of Missed Hospital Appointments in Multiple Outpatient Clinics of The Royal Hospital, Sultanate of Oman: A Retrospective Study
BMC Health Services Research This article aims to evaluate the impact of COVID-19 on the rate and predictors of missed hospital appointments in the Sultanate of Oman. Journal Article
Read MoreScarce Resources, Public Health and Professional Care: The COVID-19 Pandemic Exacerbating Bioethical Conflicts — Findings from Global Qualitative Expert Interviews
BMC Public Health This article studies bioethical conflicts that were triggered, exposed, or intensified by the COVID-19 pandemic in Oman, Tunisia, and other countries. Journal Article
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