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Feature Papers in Women 2024

A special issue of Women (ISSN 2673-4184).

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2024 | Viewed by 1666

Special Issue Editors

Prof. Dr. Gilbert Donders

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Infectious Diseases and Vulva Pathology in OB/GYN, Antwerp University Hospital, Antwerp University, Wilrijkstraat 10, 2650 Edegem, Belgium
Interests: vulvo-vaginitis; painful intercourse; probiotic therapy; contraception; preterm birth; sexually transmitted infections
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Prof. Dr. Giovanni Gabutti

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Department of Medical Sciences, University of Ferrara, 44121 Ferrara, Italy
Interests: vaccine-preventable infectious diseases; epidemiology; vaccines; immunization; prevention; public health
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Prof. Dr. Richard B. Kreider

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Exercise & Sport Nutrition Laboratory, Human Clinical Research Facility, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843, USA
Interests: exercise physiology; sports nutrition; performance enhancement; weight loss; women's health
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Prof. Dr. Ilona Hromadnikova

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Head, Department of Molecular Biology and Cell Pathology, Third Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic
Interests: pregnancy-related complications; pathogenesis; diagnosis/prognosis biomarkers; epigenetics; extracellular nucleic acids in maternal circulation; postpartum/postnatal short-term and long-term consequences
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

We are pleased to announce the Special Issue entitled “Feature Papers in Women 2024”. We are keen to receive and publish high-quality submissions on any subject relevant to women, especially articles concerning women’s health, social determinants of health, and the healthcare system that serves women. The topics of this Special Issue include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Physical health;
  • Mental health;
  • Health behaviours;
  • Health service and health policy research;
  • Public health and epidemiology.

Prof. Dr. Gilbert Donders
Prof. Dr. Giovanni Gabutti
Prof. Dr. Richard B. Kreider
Prof. Dr. Ilona Hromadnikova
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.

Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Women is an international peer-reviewed open access quarterly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 1000 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

Keywords

  • physical health
  • mental health
  • health behaviours
  • health service and health policy research
  • public health and epidemiology

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Exploring Perceptions of Cesarean Sections among Postpartum Women in Nigeria: A Qualitative Study
by Turnwait Otu Michael, Richard Dele Agbana and Kammila Naidoo
Women 2024, 4(1), 73-85; https://doi.org/10.3390/women4010006 - 15 Mar 2024
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Cesarean sections have become increasingly common globally, including in Nigeria. This qualitative study explores the perceptions and experiences of postpartum women who underwent cesarean sections within the distinct contexts of Ibadan in Oyo State, Nigeria. In-depth interviews and focus group discussions were conducted [...] Read more.
Cesarean sections have become increasingly common globally, including in Nigeria. This qualitative study explores the perceptions and experiences of postpartum women who underwent cesarean sections within the distinct contexts of Ibadan in Oyo State, Nigeria. In-depth interviews and focus group discussions were conducted with 24 postpartum women in selected health facilities in urban and rural areas. A diverse sample was purposively selected to capture a range of experiences based on age, residence, education, and cultural backgrounds. Thematic analysis was employed to identify patterns and themes within the data. The findings revealed diverse emotional responses among participants, ranging from relief and gratitude to disappointment and feelings of loss for not experiencing a vaginal birth. Societal pressures and cultural expectations played a significant role in influencing women’s perceptions and experiences of cesarean sections. Future childbirth preferences and support systems, including healthcare provider–patient relationships and community support, were identified as crucial factors impacting postoperative recovery. This study contributes to the understanding of women’s perceptions of cesarean sections within the local context of Ibadan, Nigeria. The findings underscore the importance of culturally sensitive healthcare practices, clear communication, and support systems to enhance the birthing experiences of women undergoing cesarean sections. Full article
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History of Human Papilloma Virus Vaccination with a Focus on Italy
by Giovanni Gabutti and Matilde Ogliastro
Women 2024, 4(1), 42-52; https://doi.org/10.3390/women4010004 - 06 Feb 2024
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The Italian National Immunization Plan (NIP) states that public health today aims at immunizing adolescents of both sexes for maximum protection against all HPV-related vaccine-preventable diseases. Nowadays, the vaccination offer to primary cohorts is reaffirmed with continued free vaccination up to at least [...] Read more.
The Italian National Immunization Plan (NIP) states that public health today aims at immunizing adolescents of both sexes for maximum protection against all HPV-related vaccine-preventable diseases. Nowadays, the vaccination offer to primary cohorts is reaffirmed with continued free vaccination up to at least 26 years of age for females and up to at least 18 years of age for males. The Italian NIP 2023–2025 recommends HPV vaccination for at-risk categories, including individuals with HIV, men who have sex with men (MSM), women treated for intermediate- or high-grade lesions, and travelers. Catch-up vaccination is recommended for women at least up to 26 years of age, also using the appropriate occasion of the call for the first screening for the prevention of cervical cancer as an opportunity for vaccination, and for men at least up to and including 18 years of age if they have not been previously vaccinated or have not completed the vaccination cycle. In summary, the Italian vaccination offer has been extended to additional cohorts in order to reduce the burden of HPV-related diseases and to improve vaccination coverage of the Italian population. Full article
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