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		Research article Human rights violations among sexual and gender minorities in Kathmandu, Nepal: a qualitative investigation Sonal Singh, Sunil Babu Pant, Suben Dhakal, Subash Pokhrel, Luke C Mullany BMC International Health and Human Rights 2012, 12:7 (16 May 2012) Abstract \| Provisional PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Members of sexual and gender minorities in Nepal report experiencing multiple human rights violations, including physical and mental abuse, suggesting a need for adequate legal protection and improved healthcare and family support.
		Research article HIV/AIDS stigma-associated attitudes in a rural Ethiopian community: characteristics, correlation with HIV knowledge and other factors, and implications for community intervention Alan R Lifson, Workneh Demissie, Alemayehu Tadesse, Kassu Ketema, Randy May, Bereket Yakob, Meka Metekia, Lucy Slater, Tibebe Shenie BMC International Health and Human Rights 2012, 12:6 (3 May 2012) Abstract \| Provisional PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Corruption in the health care sector: A barrier to access of orthopaedic care and medical devices in Uganda Maryse Bouchard, Jillian C Kohler, James Orbinski, Andrew Howard BMC International Health and Human Rights 2012, 12:5 (3 May 2012) Abstract \| Provisional PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Forced residential mobility and social support: impacts on psychiatric disorders among Somali migrants Kamaldeep S Bhui, Salaad Mohamud, Nasir Warfa, Sarah Curtis, Stephen Stansfeld, Thomas J Craig BMC International Health and Human Rights 2012, 12:4 (17 April 2012) Abstract \| Provisional PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Residential instability among Somali war refugees living in London is associated with an increased risk of developing psychiatric disorders, though migrants with a stronger social support network may be more resilient.
		Debate Changes to the law on consent in South Africa: implications for school-based adolescent sexual and reproductive health research Melanie Zuch, Amanda J Mason-Jones, Catherine Mathews, Lesley Henley BMC International Health and Human Rights 2012, 12:3 (10 April 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Provision and awareness for isoniazid preventive therapy among PLHIV in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Amenu Wesen, Getnet Mitike BMC International Health and Human Rights 2012, 12:2 (27 March 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Critical care resources in the Solomon Islands: a cross-sectional survey Mia Westcott, Alexandra LC Martiniuk, Robert A Fowler, Neill KJ Adhikari, Tenneth Dalipanda BMC International Health and Human Rights 2012, 12:1 (1 March 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Perceptions and utilization of primary health care services in Iraq: findings from a national household survey Gilbert Burnham, Connie Hoe, Yuen Hung, Agron Ferati, Allen Dyer, Thamer Hifi, Rabia Aboud, Tariq Hasoon BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:15 (16 December 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Evaluation of knowledge levels amongst village AIDS committees after undergoing HIV educational sessions: results from a pilot study in rural Tanzania Elizabeth J Epsley, Benjamin Nhandi, Alison Wringe, Mark Urassa, Jim Todd BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:14 (13 December 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Educational training sessions increase HIV knowledge and help to dispel common misconceptions among Tanzanian village AIDS committee (VAC) members, suggesting that regular training may help VAC members provide effective HIV education to their communities.
		Correspondence An approach to addressing governance from a health system framework perspective Inez Mikkelsen-Lopez, Kaspar Wyss, Don de Savigny BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:13 (2 December 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Compulsory drug detention center experiences among a community-based sample of injection drug users in Bangkok, Thailand Joanne Csete, Karyn Kaplan, Kanna Hayashi, Nadia Fairbairn, Paisan Suwannawong, Ruth Zhang, Evan Wood, Thomas Kerr BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:12 (20 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Health-care seeking behaviour among persons with diabetes in Uganda: an interview study Katarina Hjelm, Fortunate Atwine BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:11 (26 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Access to primary healthcare services for the Roma population in Serbia: a secondary data analysis Leanne Idzerda, Orvill Adams, Jonathan Patrick, Ted Schrecker, Peter Tugwell BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:10 (18 August 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Efficacy of integrated school based de-worming and prompt malaria treatment on helminths -Plasmodium falciparum co-infections: A 33 months follow up study Nicholas Midzi, Sekesai Mtapuri-Zinyowera, Davison Sangweme, Noah H Paul, Godfrey Makware, Munyaradzi P Mapingure, Kimberly C Brouwer, James Mudzori, Gibson Hlerema, Vivian Chadukura, Francisca Mutapi, Nirbhay Kumar, Takafira Mduluza BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:9 (22 June 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Health and human rights of women imprisoned in Zambia Katherine W Todrys, Joseph J Amon BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:8 (22 June 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article 'The girl with her period is the one to hang her head' Reflections on menstrual management among schoolgirls in rural Kenya Shannon A McMahon, Peter J Winch, Bethany A Caruso, Alfredo F Obure, Emily A Ogutu, Imelda A Ochari, Richard D Rheingans BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:7 (16 June 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article "If the patients decide not to tell what can we do?"- TB/HIV counsellors' dilemma on partner notification for HIV Barnabas N Njozing, Kerstin E Edin, Miguel Sebastián, Anna-Karin Hurtig BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:6 (3 June 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary When confronted with HIV-positive patients who refuse to inform partners about their status, counsellors may need to consider a combination of several approaches to reach a balance between respecting the patient and safeguarding the partner.
		Research article Description and consequences of sexual violence in Ituri province, Democratic Republic of Congo Françoise Duroch, Melissa McRae, Rebecca F Grais BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:5 (19 April 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Effects of global financial crisis on funding for health development in nineteen countries of the WHO African Region Joses M Kirigia, Benjamin M Nganda, Chris N Mwikisa, Bernardino Cardoso BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:4 (13 April 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
		Research article Health problems of Nepalese migrants working in three Gulf countries Suresh Joshi, Padam Simkhada, Gordon J Prescott BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:3 (28 March 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Sampling challenges in a study examining refugee resettlement Cheryl MR Sulaiman-Hill, Sandra C Thompson BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:2 (15 March 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| 1 comment
		Research article Child work and labour among orphaned and abandoned children in five low and middle income countries Rachel Whetten, Lynne Messer, Jan Ostermann, Kathryn Whetten, Brian Pence, Megan Buckner, Nathan Thielman, Karen O'Donnell, The Positive Outcomes for Orphans (POFO) Research Team BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:1 (13 January 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary One in five orphaned and abandoned children in low and middle income countries meet UNICEF’s child labor criteria, with female children and those in good health more likely to be working.
		Research article Improvements to water purification and sanitation infrastructure may reduce the diarrheal burden in a marginalized and flood prone population in remote Nicaragua Sheri A Denslow, Jess Edwards, Jennifer Horney, Rodolfo Peña, Daniel Wurzelmann, Douglas Morgan BMC International Health and Human Rights 2010, 10:30 (8 December 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Preventing latrine overflow, but not increasing latrine ownership or the use of water purification methods, could reduce the high rate of diarrheal disease in isolated areas of Nicaragua.
		Research article Private and public health care in rural areas of Uganda Joseph Konde-Lule, Sheba N Gitta, Anne Lindfors, Sam Okuonzi, Virgil ON Onama, Birger C Forsberg BMC International Health and Human Rights 2010, 10:29 (24 November 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article War related sexual violence and it's medical and psychological consequences as seen in Kitgum, Northern Uganda: A cross-sectional study Eugene Kinyanda, Seggane Musisi, Christine Biryabarema, Isaac Ezati, Henry Oboke, Ruth Ojiambo-Ochieng, Juliet Were-Oguttu, Jonathan Levin, Heiner Grosskurth, James Walugembe BMC International Health and Human Rights 2010, 10:28 (10 November 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary War-related sexual violence in Northern Uganda is more likely to be inflicted on Catholic women under 45 years of age and could lead to later psychological and gynaecological complaints such as infertility and vaginal bleeding.

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		Research article Human rights violations among sexual and gender minorities in Kathmandu, Nepal: a qualitative investigation Sonal Singh, Sunil Babu Pant, Suben Dhakal, Subash Pokhrel, Luke C Mullany BMC International Health and Human Rights 2012, 12:7 (16 May 2012) Abstract \| Provisional PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Members of sexual and gender minorities in Nepal report experiencing multiple human rights violations, including physical and mental abuse, suggesting a need for adequate legal protection and improved healthcare and family support.
		Research article HIV/AIDS stigma-associated attitudes in a rural Ethiopian community: characteristics, correlation with HIV knowledge and other factors, and implications for community intervention Alan R Lifson, Workneh Demissie, Alemayehu Tadesse, Kassu Ketema, Randy May, Bereket Yakob, Meka Metekia, Lucy Slater, Tibebe Shenie BMC International Health and Human Rights 2012, 12:6 (3 May 2012) Abstract \| Provisional PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Corruption in the health care sector: A barrier to access of orthopaedic care and medical devices in Uganda Maryse Bouchard, Jillian C Kohler, James Orbinski, Andrew Howard BMC International Health and Human Rights 2012, 12:5 (3 May 2012) Abstract \| Provisional PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Forced residential mobility and social support: impacts on psychiatric disorders among Somali migrants Kamaldeep S Bhui, Salaad Mohamud, Nasir Warfa, Sarah Curtis, Stephen Stansfeld, Thomas J Craig BMC International Health and Human Rights 2012, 12:4 (17 April 2012) Abstract \| Provisional PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Residential instability among Somali war refugees living in London is associated with an increased risk of developing psychiatric disorders, though migrants with a stronger social support network may be more resilient.
		Debate Changes to the law on consent in South Africa: implications for school-based adolescent sexual and reproductive health research Melanie Zuch, Amanda J Mason-Jones, Catherine Mathews, Lesley Henley BMC International Health and Human Rights 2012, 12:3 (10 April 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Provision and awareness for isoniazid preventive therapy among PLHIV in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Amenu Wesen, Getnet Mitike BMC International Health and Human Rights 2012, 12:2 (27 March 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Critical care resources in the Solomon Islands: a cross-sectional survey Mia Westcott, Alexandra LC Martiniuk, Robert A Fowler, Neill KJ Adhikari, Tenneth Dalipanda BMC International Health and Human Rights 2012, 12:1 (1 March 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Perceptions and utilization of primary health care services in Iraq: findings from a national household survey Gilbert Burnham, Connie Hoe, Yuen Hung, Agron Ferati, Allen Dyer, Thamer Hifi, Rabia Aboud, Tariq Hasoon BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:15 (16 December 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Evaluation of knowledge levels amongst village AIDS committees after undergoing HIV educational sessions: results from a pilot study in rural Tanzania Elizabeth J Epsley, Benjamin Nhandi, Alison Wringe, Mark Urassa, Jim Todd BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:14 (13 December 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Educational training sessions increase HIV knowledge and help to dispel common misconceptions among Tanzanian village AIDS committee (VAC) members, suggesting that regular training may help VAC members provide effective HIV education to their communities.
		Correspondence An approach to addressing governance from a health system framework perspective Inez Mikkelsen-Lopez, Kaspar Wyss, Don de Savigny BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:13 (2 December 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Compulsory drug detention center experiences among a community-based sample of injection drug users in Bangkok, Thailand Joanne Csete, Karyn Kaplan, Kanna Hayashi, Nadia Fairbairn, Paisan Suwannawong, Ruth Zhang, Evan Wood, Thomas Kerr BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:12 (20 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Health-care seeking behaviour among persons with diabetes in Uganda: an interview study Katarina Hjelm, Fortunate Atwine BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:11 (26 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Access to primary healthcare services for the Roma population in Serbia: a secondary data analysis Leanne Idzerda, Orvill Adams, Jonathan Patrick, Ted Schrecker, Peter Tugwell BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:10 (18 August 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Efficacy of integrated school based de-worming and prompt malaria treatment on helminths -Plasmodium falciparum co-infections: A 33 months follow up study Nicholas Midzi, Sekesai Mtapuri-Zinyowera, Davison Sangweme, Noah H Paul, Godfrey Makware, Munyaradzi P Mapingure, Kimberly C Brouwer, James Mudzori, Gibson Hlerema, Vivian Chadukura, Francisca Mutapi, Nirbhay Kumar, Takafira Mduluza BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:9 (22 June 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Health and human rights of women imprisoned in Zambia Katherine W Todrys, Joseph J Amon BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:8 (22 June 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article 'The girl with her period is the one to hang her head' Reflections on menstrual management among schoolgirls in rural Kenya Shannon A McMahon, Peter J Winch, Bethany A Caruso, Alfredo F Obure, Emily A Ogutu, Imelda A Ochari, Richard D Rheingans BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:7 (16 June 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article "If the patients decide not to tell what can we do?"- TB/HIV counsellors' dilemma on partner notification for HIV Barnabas N Njozing, Kerstin E Edin, Miguel Sebastián, Anna-Karin Hurtig BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:6 (3 June 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary When confronted with HIV-positive patients who refuse to inform partners about their status, counsellors may need to consider a combination of several approaches to reach a balance between respecting the patient and safeguarding the partner.
		Research article Description and consequences of sexual violence in Ituri province, Democratic Republic of Congo Françoise Duroch, Melissa McRae, Rebecca F Grais BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:5 (19 April 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Effects of global financial crisis on funding for health development in nineteen countries of the WHO African Region Joses M Kirigia, Benjamin M Nganda, Chris N Mwikisa, Bernardino Cardoso BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:4 (13 April 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
		Research article Health problems of Nepalese migrants working in three Gulf countries Suresh Joshi, Padam Simkhada, Gordon J Prescott BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:3 (28 March 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Sampling challenges in a study examining refugee resettlement Cheryl MR Sulaiman-Hill, Sandra C Thompson BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:2 (15 March 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| 1 comment
		Research article Child work and labour among orphaned and abandoned children in five low and middle income countries Rachel Whetten, Lynne Messer, Jan Ostermann, Kathryn Whetten, Brian Pence, Megan Buckner, Nathan Thielman, Karen O'Donnell, The Positive Outcomes for Orphans (POFO) Research Team BMC International Health and Human Rights 2011, 11:1 (13 January 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary One in five orphaned and abandoned children in low and middle income countries meet UNICEF’s child labor criteria, with female children and those in good health more likely to be working.
		Research article Improvements to water purification and sanitation infrastructure may reduce the diarrheal burden in a marginalized and flood prone population in remote Nicaragua Sheri A Denslow, Jess Edwards, Jennifer Horney, Rodolfo Peña, Daniel Wurzelmann, Douglas Morgan BMC International Health and Human Rights 2010, 10:30 (8 December 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Preventing latrine overflow, but not increasing latrine ownership or the use of water purification methods, could reduce the high rate of diarrheal disease in isolated areas of Nicaragua.
		Research article Private and public health care in rural areas of Uganda Joseph Konde-Lule, Sheba N Gitta, Anne Lindfors, Sam Okuonzi, Virgil ON Onama, Birger C Forsberg BMC International Health and Human Rights 2010, 10:29 (24 November 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article War related sexual violence and it's medical and psychological consequences as seen in Kitgum, Northern Uganda: A cross-sectional study Eugene Kinyanda, Seggane Musisi, Christine Biryabarema, Isaac Ezati, Henry Oboke, Ruth Ojiambo-Ochieng, Juliet Were-Oguttu, Jonathan Levin, Heiner Grosskurth, James Walugembe BMC International Health and Human Rights 2010, 10:28 (10 November 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary War-related sexual violence in Northern Uganda is more likely to be inflicted on Catholic women under 45 years of age and could lead to later psychological and gynaecological complaints such as infertility and vaginal bleeding.