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Closing Gaps in Evidence-Based Care for Acute Myocardial Infarction in northern Tanzania: Insights from a Prospective Study

Description/Abstract:	Background: The burden of Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI) is growing in sub-Saharan Africa. In Tanzania, uptake of diagnostic testing and evidence-based therapy for AMI is suboptimal. We aimed to describe current gaps in evidence-based AMI care...
Date:	August 1-2, 2024

Qualitative analysis of barriers to myocardial infarction care in Tanzania using an Implementation science framework.

Description/Abstract:	Background Historically, the burden of myocardial infarction (MI) in sub-Saharan African nations has been limited, mostly due to the overwhelming impact of communicable diseases on early death. However, with improved access to treatment of...
Date:	August 1-2, 2024

The Prevalence of HIV among Patients with Cardiovascular Disease in a Tanzanian Emergency Department: Results from a Prospective Observational Study

Description/Abstract:	Background: Persons living with HIV (PLWH) have approximately double the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) compared to those without HIV. Despite Tanzania’s impressive strides in expanding access to HIV testing, one in five PLWH in Tanzania are...
Date:	August 1-2, 2024