Objectives: We aimed to describe the epidemiological and clinical characteristics of patients
with COVID-19 in Saudi Arabia in various severity groups. Methods: Data for 485 patients …

The COVID-19 pandemic severely affected healthcare systems and tested their preparedness.
To date, the length of hospital stay (LoHS) and its factors among COVID-19 patients has …

Background Pharmacological treatments including antivirals (Lopinavir/Ritonavir), Immuno-modulatory
and anti-inflammatory drugs including, Tocilizumab and Hydroxychloroquine (…

Households’ economic burden associated with chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs)
is a deterrent to healthcare access, adversely impacting patients’ health. Therefore, we …

Obesity has emerged as one of the most challenging worldwide problems and, if left
untreated, can lead to major illnesses and consequences that can impair patients' health The …

Background All over the world, analgesics are considered one of the most widely used and
abused medications. Painkillers such as paracetamol (acetaminophen), non-steroidal anti-…

Objective We aimed to evaluate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the knowledge
and attitudes of patients among the Saudi population toward participating in clinical trials. …

Background Stroke is a leading cause of disability and death worldwide. Globally, stroke
affects 13.7 million individuals every year. Several studies have shown an increase in the …

Objectives This study investigated the level and associated factors, focusing on the number
of individuals with chronic conditions, of out-of-pocket healthcare expenditures (OOPHE). …

Background: DAMA is defined as any instance when a patient wants to leave the hospital
against the managing physician's decision. This study aimed to identify the most common …