Christian Wejse
Datos Biográficos
| ID | 4440331 |
|---|---|
| NOMBRE | Christian Wejse |
| NOMBRES | Christian |
| APELLIDO | Wejse |
| FIRMA | WEJSE C |
| AFILIACIONES | Aarhus University |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-2534-2942 |
| VERIFICADO | Sí |
| TOTAL DE OBRAS | 24 |
| TOTAL DE CITAS | 0 |
| TOTAL COMO AUTOR | 15 |
| TOTAL COMO EDITOR | 9 |
| PRIMER AÑO DE PUBLICACIÓN | 2013 |
| AÑO MÁS RECIENTE DE PUBLICACIÓN | 2026 |
| ÍNDICE H | 0 |
The Cascade of Care for Infectious Diseases in Newly Arrived Refugees
(1) Background: Post-arrival screening for infectious diseases is routinely offered to newly arrived refugees in Denmark, including tests for hepatitis B virus (HBV), hepatitis C virus (HCV), human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and syphilis. This study aimed to examine the cascade of care following positive screening results in a local cohort of refugees in Denmark, with a focus on subsequent clinical management, follow-up, and outcomes. (2) Meth…
Hypertension in Syrian refugees
Background: Hypertension significantly contributes to global morbidity and mortality rates. Refugees are often exposed to significant risk factors that increase their chances of developing hypertension; however, the prevalence of hypertension among resettled refugees remains understudied. This study estimates and compares the prevalence of hypertension, levels of awareness, and access to care between two groups of Syrian refugees residing in huma…
Advancing malaria reactive case detection in a Zambia-like setting
In Zambia-like settings, asymptomatic and clinical carriers not seeking treatment further complicate malaria elimination, making reactive case detection (RCD) essential for identifying undetected infections. However, RCD faces operational hurdles, including resource shortages, logistical challenges, limited community health workers (CHWs), and limitations in availability and sensitive rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs). Prioritizing specific improveme…
Evaluating the safety profile of the CoronaVac in adult and older adult populations
This Phase IV prospective observational study aimed to evaluate the frequency of solicited and unsolicited adverse reactions within seven days following the administration of each dose of CoronaVac (14-day interval) by age group (18–59 years and ≥60 years). Participants (n = 538; 487 adults and 51 older adults) were enrolled from three public health centers in São Paulo, Brazil from May 2021 to January 2022. The study involved a two-dose vaccinat…
IgE and Eosinophilia in Newly Arrived Refugees in Denmark
Refugees have different disease patterns than the population in receiving countries. Furthermore, refugees face barriers to accessing health care services and treatment. The purpose of this study was to describe the prevalence of eosinophilia and elevated IgE levels in refugees and assess the clinical follow-up. Using a cross-sectional study design, we offered health assessments, including eosinophil count and IgE level measurements, to all newly…
Covid-19 Readmission Is Highest Among Refugees in Denmark
Vulnerable groups, including certain immigrant populations, have faced higher COVID-19 incidence rates in several countries. This study addresses the gap in knowledge regarding disease severity and readmission odds among refugees, other immigrant groups, and native Danes. Using clinical data from 159 COVID-19-positive patients admitted to hospitals in the Central Denmark Region in 2020, this cross-sectional analysis compared clinical parameters a…
Mid-upper arm circumference cut-offs identifying malnourishment and risk of mortality among patients with tuberculosis
Using Mid-Upper Arm Circumference (MUAC) in place of Body Mass Index (BMI) may be preferable for identifying malnutrition in various situations, especially in resource-poor settings. The primary objective of this study was to determine MUAC cut-offs corresponding to BMI < 20 kg/m2, < 18.5 kg/m2, < 17 kg/m2 and < 16 kg/m2 in a cohort of patients with tuberculosis from West Africa. The secondary objective was to examine the prognostic value of MUAC…
Is Screening for Anemia in Newly Arrived Refugees Recommendable? A Cross-Sectional Study of Anemia Prevalence in Refugees Resettled in Aarhus, Denmark
Background: Anemia is a major contributor to the global burden of disease and is associated with poor health outcomes and impaired quality of life. Refugees often flee from countries with poverty or conflict and deteriorating health systems. As a result, refugees are vulnerable to several underlying causes of anemia. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of anemia and its associations with sociodemographic factors in refugees resettling …
Glycemic control during TB treatment among Filipinos
Poor TB treatment outcomes are observed in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) comorbidity and glycemic control throughout treatment may play a role. The objective of this study was to investigate glycemic control longitudinally among Filipino adults undergoing TB treatment using mixed-effects linear and logistic regression. Analyses were conducted in 188 DM-TB patients out of 901 enrolled in the Starting Anti-TB Treatment (St-ATT) cohort…
“We are invisible to them”—Identifying the most vulnerable groups in humanitarian crises during the Covid-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has had an adverse impact on the Rohingya and the Bangladeshi host communities, which have been well documented in the literature. However, the specific groups of people rendered most vulnerable and marginalized during the pandemic have not been studied comprehensively. This paper draws on data to identify the most vulnerable groups of people within the Rohingya and the host communities of Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, during the…
Effect of Vitamin D in Long Covid Patients
Vitamin D deficiency has been studied in the context of acute coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), revealing associations with increased severity and mortality. Yet, the influence of vitamin D on long COVID symptoms remains unknown. The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of vitamin D on long COVID symptoms. Over the study period, 50,432 individuals within the catchment area of the outpatient COVID-19 clinic tested positive for SARS-Co…
What Are the Characteristics of Torture Victims in Recently Arrived Refugees? A Cross-Sectional Study of Newly Arrived Refugees in Aarhus, Denmark
Torture victims live with complex health conditions. It is essential for the rehabilitation of torture survivors that their traumas are recognized at an early stage. The aim of this study was to investigate (i) the prevalence of reported torture exposure, (ii) the association between demographic characteristics and exposure to torture, and (iii) the association between PTSD and exposure to torture among recently arrived refugees in Aarhus, Denmar…
Clinical outcomes among adolescents living with HIV in Kenya following initiation on antiretroviral treatment
In Kenya, HIV/AIDS remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among adolescents living with HIV (ALHIV). Our study evaluated associations between demographic and healthcare factors and HIV treatment outcomes among ALHIV in care in Kenya. This retrospective cohort study evaluated the clinical outcomes of newly diagnosed ALHIV enrolled in HIV care during January 2017-June 2018 at 32 healthcare facilities in Homabay and Kakamega Counties. De…
Early observations from the HIV self-testing program among key populations and sexual partners of pregnant mothers in Kampala, Uganda
Background HIV self-testing (HIVST) was adopted for key populations (KPs) and sexual partners of pregnant and lactating women (mothers) in Uganda in October 2018. We report early observations during HIVST implementation in Kampala, Uganda. Methods HIVST was rolled out to reach those with unknown HIV status at 38 public health facilities, using peer-to-peer community-based distribution for female sex workers (FSW) and men who have sex with men (MS…
Racial and neighborhood disparities in mortality among hospitalized Covid-19 patients in the United States
Background Black and Hispanic populations have higher overall COVID-19 infection and mortality odds compared to Whites. Some state-wide studies conducted in the early months of the pandemic found no in-hospital racial disparities in mortality. Methods We performed chi-square and logistic regression analyses on the CDC COVID-19 Case Surveillance Restricted Database. The primary outcome of the study was all-cause in-hospital mortality. The primary …
Integrating services for HIV and multidrug-resistant tuberculosis
Tuberculosis (TB) is the leading cause of death among PLHIV and multidrug-resistant-TB (MDR-TB) is associated with high mortality. We examined the management for adult PLHIV coinfected with MDR-TB at ART clinics in lower income countries. Between 2019 and 2020, we conducted a cross-sectional survey at 29 ART clinics in high TB burden countries within the global IeDEA network. We used structured questionnaires to collect clinic-level data on the T…
Reactive focal drug administration associated with decreased malaria transmission in an elimination setting
Efforts to eliminate malaria transmission need evidence-based strategies. However, accurately assessing end-game malaria elimination strategies is challenging due to the low level of transmission and the rarity of infections. We hypothesised that presumptively treating individuals during reactive case detection (RCD) would reduce transmission and that serology would more sensitively detect this change over standard approaches. We conducted a clus…
Development of a Complex Intervention for Health Care Professionals’ Care of Patients With African Background and HIV Infection Using the Behavior Change Wheel Method
Introduction. Insufficient cultural competences among health care professionals (HCPs) working with ethnic minorities may result in poorer quality of care. This study aimed to develop a cultural intervention for HCPs. Method. The intervention was designed using the Behavior Change Wheel. The development phase contained empirical studies of patients with HIV and African background, literature review, observations from a migrant health clinic, and …
Is there a need of health assessments for resettling refugees? A cross-sectional study of 1431 refugees who arrived in Denmark between 2014 and 2018
A comprehensive health assessment among recently arrived refugees showed multiple health issues to address, and demonstrates the need of systematic health assessments for resettling refugees
High prevalence of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, Giardia, and Blastocystis in asymptomatic Syrian asylum seekers in Denmark during 2016 through 2018
We highlight the importance of raised awareness of antimicrobial-resistant bacteria when attending to newly arrived Syrian refugees. Meanwhile, our data suggest that routine screening for intestinal parasites in this population is of limited clinical relevance
Acceptance and Feasibility of Partner Notification to HIV Infected Individuals in Guinea-Bissau
Impact of geographic distance on appraisal delay for active TB treatment seeking in Uganda
Of the four geographic distance measures, network travel driving time was a better and more robust predictor of mean delay in this setting. Including network travel driving time with other risk factors may be important in identifying populations especially vulnerable to delay
Systematic health screening of refugees after resettlement in recipient countries
CONTEXT: Health screening of refugees after settlement in a recipient country is an important tool to find and treat diseases. Currently, there are no available reviews on refugee health screening after resettlement. METHODS: A systematic literature search was conducted using the online Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System ('MEDLINE') database. Data extraction and synthesis were performed according to the PRISMA statement. RESULTS: Th…
Barriers and facilitators to antiretroviral therapy adherence among patients with HIV in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau
Adherence is a decisive factor in achieving a successful response to antiretroviral therapy (ART) for HIV infection. No previous studies have been conducted regarding HIV treatment adherence in Guinea-Bissau. In this study we assessed barriers and facilitators to patient ART adherence. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 20 adult, HIV infected individuals receiving ART at a HIV treatment centre in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau. The grounded th…
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Barriers and facilitators to antiretroviral therapy adherence among patients with HIV in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau
Adherence is a decisive factor in achieving a successful response to antiretroviral therapy (ART) for HIV infection. No previous studies have been conducted regarding HIV treatment adherence in Guinea-Bissau. In this study we assessed barriers and facilitators to patient ART adherence. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 20 adult, HIV infected individuals receiving ART at a HIV treatment centre in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau. The grounded th…
Systematic health screening of refugees after resettlement in recipient countries
CONTEXT: Health screening of refugees after settlement in a recipient country is an important tool to find and treat diseases. Currently, there are no available reviews on refugee health screening after resettlement. METHODS: A systematic literature search was conducted using the online Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System ('MEDLINE') database. Data extraction and synthesis were performed according to the PRISMA statement. RESULTS: Th…
Impact of geographic distance on appraisal delay for active TB treatment seeking in Uganda
Of the four geographic distance measures, network travel driving time was a better and more robust predictor of mean delay in this setting. Including network travel driving time with other risk factors may be important in identifying populations especially vulnerable to delay
Acceptance and Feasibility of Partner Notification to HIV Infected Individuals in Guinea-Bissau
High prevalence of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, Giardia, and Blastocystis in asymptomatic Syrian asylum seekers in Denmark during 2016 through 2018
We highlight the importance of raised awareness of antimicrobial-resistant bacteria when attending to newly arrived Syrian refugees. Meanwhile, our data suggest that routine screening for intestinal parasites in this population is of limited clinical relevance
Is there a need of health assessments for resettling refugees? A cross-sectional study of 1431 refugees who arrived in Denmark between 2014 and 2018
A comprehensive health assessment among recently arrived refugees showed multiple health issues to address, and demonstrates the need of systematic health assessments for resettling refugees
Clinical outcomes among adolescents living with HIV in Kenya following initiation on antiretroviral treatment
In Kenya, HIV/AIDS remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among adolescents living with HIV (ALHIV). Our study evaluated associations between demographic and healthcare factors and HIV treatment outcomes among ALHIV in care in Kenya. This retrospective cohort study evaluated the clinical outcomes of newly diagnosed ALHIV enrolled in HIV care during January 2017-June 2018 at 32 healthcare facilities in Homabay and Kakamega Counties. De…
Early observations from the HIV self-testing program among key populations and sexual partners of pregnant mothers in Kampala, Uganda
Background HIV self-testing (HIVST) was adopted for key populations (KPs) and sexual partners of pregnant and lactating women (mothers) in Uganda in October 2018. We report early observations during HIVST implementation in Kampala, Uganda. Methods HIVST was rolled out to reach those with unknown HIV status at 38 public health facilities, using peer-to-peer community-based distribution for female sex workers (FSW) and men who have sex with men (MS…
Racial and neighborhood disparities in mortality among hospitalized Covid-19 patients in the United States
Background Black and Hispanic populations have higher overall COVID-19 infection and mortality odds compared to Whites. Some state-wide studies conducted in the early months of the pandemic found no in-hospital racial disparities in mortality. Methods We performed chi-square and logistic regression analyses on the CDC COVID-19 Case Surveillance Restricted Database. The primary outcome of the study was all-cause in-hospital mortality. The primary …
Integrating services for HIV and multidrug-resistant tuberculosis
Tuberculosis (TB) is the leading cause of death among PLHIV and multidrug-resistant-TB (MDR-TB) is associated with high mortality. We examined the management for adult PLHIV coinfected with MDR-TB at ART clinics in lower income countries. Between 2019 and 2020, we conducted a cross-sectional survey at 29 ART clinics in high TB burden countries within the global IeDEA network. We used structured questionnaires to collect clinic-level data on the T…
Reactive focal drug administration associated with decreased malaria transmission in an elimination setting
Efforts to eliminate malaria transmission need evidence-based strategies. However, accurately assessing end-game malaria elimination strategies is challenging due to the low level of transmission and the rarity of infections. We hypothesised that presumptively treating individuals during reactive case detection (RCD) would reduce transmission and that serology would more sensitively detect this change over standard approaches. We conducted a clus…
Development of a Complex Intervention for Health Care Professionals’ Care of Patients With African Background and HIV Infection Using the Behavior Change Wheel Method
Introduction. Insufficient cultural competences among health care professionals (HCPs) working with ethnic minorities may result in poorer quality of care. This study aimed to develop a cultural intervention for HCPs. Method. The intervention was designed using the Behavior Change Wheel. The development phase contained empirical studies of patients with HIV and African background, literature review, observations from a migrant health clinic, and …
“We are invisible to them”—Identifying the most vulnerable groups in humanitarian crises during the Covid-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has had an adverse impact on the Rohingya and the Bangladeshi host communities, which have been well documented in the literature. However, the specific groups of people rendered most vulnerable and marginalized during the pandemic have not been studied comprehensively. This paper draws on data to identify the most vulnerable groups of people within the Rohingya and the host communities of Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, during the…
Effect of Vitamin D in Long Covid Patients
Vitamin D deficiency has been studied in the context of acute coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), revealing associations with increased severity and mortality. Yet, the influence of vitamin D on long COVID symptoms remains unknown. The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of vitamin D on long COVID symptoms. Over the study period, 50,432 individuals within the catchment area of the outpatient COVID-19 clinic tested positive for SARS-Co…
What Are the Characteristics of Torture Victims in Recently Arrived Refugees? A Cross-Sectional Study of Newly Arrived Refugees in Aarhus, Denmark
Torture victims live with complex health conditions. It is essential for the rehabilitation of torture survivors that their traumas are recognized at an early stage. The aim of this study was to investigate (i) the prevalence of reported torture exposure, (ii) the association between demographic characteristics and exposure to torture, and (iii) the association between PTSD and exposure to torture among recently arrived refugees in Aarhus, Denmar…
Glycemic control during TB treatment among Filipinos
Poor TB treatment outcomes are observed in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) comorbidity and glycemic control throughout treatment may play a role. The objective of this study was to investigate glycemic control longitudinally among Filipino adults undergoing TB treatment using mixed-effects linear and logistic regression. Analyses were conducted in 188 DM-TB patients out of 901 enrolled in the Starting Anti-TB Treatment (St-ATT) cohort…
Hypertension in Syrian refugees
Background: Hypertension significantly contributes to global morbidity and mortality rates. Refugees are often exposed to significant risk factors that increase their chances of developing hypertension; however, the prevalence of hypertension among resettled refugees remains understudied. This study estimates and compares the prevalence of hypertension, levels of awareness, and access to care between two groups of Syrian refugees residing in huma…
Advancing malaria reactive case detection in a Zambia-like setting
In Zambia-like settings, asymptomatic and clinical carriers not seeking treatment further complicate malaria elimination, making reactive case detection (RCD) essential for identifying undetected infections. However, RCD faces operational hurdles, including resource shortages, logistical challenges, limited community health workers (CHWs), and limitations in availability and sensitive rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs). Prioritizing specific improveme…
Evaluating the safety profile of the CoronaVac in adult and older adult populations
This Phase IV prospective observational study aimed to evaluate the frequency of solicited and unsolicited adverse reactions within seven days following the administration of each dose of CoronaVac (14-day interval) by age group (18–59 years and ≥60 years). Participants (n = 538; 487 adults and 51 older adults) were enrolled from three public health centers in São Paulo, Brazil from May 2021 to January 2022. The study involved a two-dose vaccinat…
IgE and Eosinophilia in Newly Arrived Refugees in Denmark
Refugees have different disease patterns than the population in receiving countries. Furthermore, refugees face barriers to accessing health care services and treatment. The purpose of this study was to describe the prevalence of eosinophilia and elevated IgE levels in refugees and assess the clinical follow-up. Using a cross-sectional study design, we offered health assessments, including eosinophil count and IgE level measurements, to all newly…
Covid-19 Readmission Is Highest Among Refugees in Denmark
Vulnerable groups, including certain immigrant populations, have faced higher COVID-19 incidence rates in several countries. This study addresses the gap in knowledge regarding disease severity and readmission odds among refugees, other immigrant groups, and native Danes. Using clinical data from 159 COVID-19-positive patients admitted to hospitals in the Central Denmark Region in 2020, this cross-sectional analysis compared clinical parameters a…
Mid-upper arm circumference cut-offs identifying malnourishment and risk of mortality among patients with tuberculosis
Using Mid-Upper Arm Circumference (MUAC) in place of Body Mass Index (BMI) may be preferable for identifying malnutrition in various situations, especially in resource-poor settings. The primary objective of this study was to determine MUAC cut-offs corresponding to BMI < 20 kg/m2, < 18.5 kg/m2, < 17 kg/m2 and < 16 kg/m2 in a cohort of patients with tuberculosis from West Africa. The secondary objective was to examine the prognostic value of MUAC…
Is Screening for Anemia in Newly Arrived Refugees Recommendable? A Cross-Sectional Study of Anemia Prevalence in Refugees Resettled in Aarhus, Denmark
Background: Anemia is a major contributor to the global burden of disease and is associated with poor health outcomes and impaired quality of life. Refugees often flee from countries with poverty or conflict and deteriorating health systems. As a result, refugees are vulnerable to several underlying causes of anemia. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of anemia and its associations with sociodemographic factors in refugees resettling …
The Cascade of Care for Infectious Diseases in Newly Arrived Refugees
(1) Background: Post-arrival screening for infectious diseases is routinely offered to newly arrived refugees in Denmark, including tests for hepatitis B virus (HBV), hepatitis C virus (HCV), human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and syphilis. This study aimed to examine the cascade of care following positive screening results in a local cohort of refugees in Denmark, with a focus on subsequent clinical management, follow-up, and outcomes. (2) Meth…
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