Afghanistan Center for Epidemiological Studies - ACES
The Afghanistan Center for Epidemiological Studies
is committed to studying the impact of health and disease on society, while also devising strategies for prevention, health promotion, improved medical care, and environmental monitoring through rigorous research and analysis.
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Latest articles, studies and news from our team.
Razi International Medical Journal Indexed in Embase: A Major Milestone for Afghan Medical Publishing
We are pleased to announce that the Razi International Medical Journal (RIMJ) has been officially indexed in Embase, one of the world’s most comprehen…
Read more →Hypertension, Depression, and Quality of Life in Afghan Hospitalized Patients
In recent years, hypertension has emerged as the leading risk factor for disability-adjusted life years (DALYs). This study examined the relationship …
Read more →Global Health Impact of Emerging Omicron Subvariant BA.2.86
The SARS-CoV-2 subvariant BA.2.86 'Pirola', first detected in Denmark in August 2023, features a highly mutated spike protein, raising concerns about …
Read more →Afghan Patient with Arachnoid cyst in the quadrigeminal cistern
Arachnoid cysts, fluid-filled lesions in the central nervous system, present diagnostic challenges. This study explores a rare case of a quadrigeminal…
Read more →NeuroDiversity Afghanistan
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Read more →Afghanistan Health Research Conference 2024
A heartfelt thank you to all who contributed to the success of the Afghanistan Health Research Conference 2024! From our esteemed keynote speakers to …
Read more →Rising Bedaquiline Resistance: A New Challenge in Drug-Resistant TB
Bedaquiline resistance is increasingly seen in the treatment of rifampicin-resistant tuberculosis (TB), yet there are no standardized regimens for man…
Read more →Call for Registration: Afghanistan Health Research Conference 2024
Title: Afghanistan Health Research Conference 2024: Enhancing Health through Understanding Quality of Life and Sleep DisturbancesTheme: Sleep Disturba…
Read more →Afghanistan Health Research Conference 2024: Enhancing Health through Understanding Quality of Life and Sleep Disturbances
Welcome to the Afghanistan Health Research Conference 2024! We are thrilled to announce this year's conference, which will delve into the critical int…
Read more →Evidence that improves health in Afghanistan
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