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Geographical Locations - Algeria
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Country Information
- (Statistical) Number of Inhabitants per Doctor: 1,064
- CIA World Fact Book - Algeria
Organisations and Networks
UN and Multinational
Government
- Assemble Populaire Nationale
Algerian National Assembly - site in French and Arabic.
- Institut National de Sante Publique
The Algerian National Institute of Public Health is an autonomous organisation under the Ministry of Health charged with conducting research and developing and coordinating public health action plans as well as carrying out health promotion. This site is in French
- Sante Algerie
This site is the official portal for the Ministry of Health, Population and Hospital Reform in Algeria - In French.
- Statistics Algeria
This site is the Algerian National Office of Statistics homepage - available in Arabic, French and English
Non-Government
Academic Institutions
- Centre de Recherche en Anthropologie Sociale et Culturelle
The Centre for Social Anthropology and Culture is a national research centre under the aegis of the Ministry for Higher Education and Scientific Research. Its primary mission is to undertake fundamental and applied research in Social Anthropology and Culture in connection with the needs for the national development. Site is in French.
- Centre National D'Etudes et d'Analyses pour la Population et la Developpment
The National Centre for the Study and Analysis of Population and Development is responsible for the collection and analysis of information related to demography and development in Algeria. Site in French
- Ecole National de Sante Publique
The objective of the Algerian National School of Health is to facilitate the introduction of modern concepts and practices to the management of health services in Algeria - in French.
- Universite Abou bekr Belkaid
Faculty of Medicine - in French
- Universite Badji Mokhtar, Annaba
In French
- Université des Sciences et de la Technologie Houari Boumediène
The University of Science and Technology was established in 1974 with the purpose of training futures leaders in the fields of science and technology and to ensure the development of the country by contributing to research in these fields.
- University of Algiers
The Faculty of Medical Sciences is a public, scientific institution at the University of Algiers. The Faculty conducts courses at both undergraduate and graduate level in three departments; Medicine, Pharmacy and Dental Surgery. Site in French and English
National Policy and Related Documents
Reports, Guidelines, and Projects
- Application of the resazurin microtitre assay for detection of multidrug resistance in Mycobacterium tuberculosis in Algiers
This study assessed the performance of a rapid, low-cost, colorimetric method, the resazurin microtitre assay (REMA) plate method, for the detection of resistance to isoniazid and rifampicin in 136 clinical isolates of Mycobacterium tuberculosis from two hospitals in Algiers. MICs were determined and the results were compared with those obtained with the conventional proportion method on Löwenstein–Jensen medium. Excellent results were obtained for the REMA plate method, with a sensitivity of 100% for both isoniazid and rifampicin and a specificity of 98.3 and 99.2%, respectively. The REMA plate method appears to be a reliable method for the rapid determination of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis and is a good alternative for use in resource-limited countries such as Algeria. [author abstract] [Journal of Medical Microbiology (2006), 55, 857-860]
- Fluoride Contents in Groundwaters and the Main Consumed Foods (Dates and Tea) in Southern Algeria Region
In the South of Algeria, the dental fluorosis is a "silent" epidemic spreading within the populations. The present study was aimed to determine the fluoride content in the water, dates and the tea that are consumed. The results reveal that 35% of the water wells had excessive fluoride levels (> 1.5 mg L-1). They are the waters of the Eastern areas that present the highest contents. These are, therefore, the areas where dental decay is the most widespread pathology. Although the dates and the tea are considerable sources of fluoride, with a daily contribution of 10 and 20%, respectively, it is the water which contributes up to 70%. For these three sources, the daily intake of fluoride ingested by an adult exceeds the proposed safe threshold for fluoride intake of 0.05-0.07 mg F.kg.day-1 The defluoruration with hydrated lime shows that starting from one liter of water of 2.3 mg L-1 of fluoride; the content could be brought back to 1.2 mg L-1. Maximum efficiency for one liter of treated water is 1.1 mg of fluoride by using 200 mg of lime. [author abstract] [OnLine Journal of Earth Sciences, 1(2): 70-75, 2007]
- Investigation about the bovine tuberculosis in two Algerian slaughterhouses
In Algeria, real situation of bovine tuberculosis is unknown. It is widely suspected at slaughterhouses but must be supplemented by laboratory tests. In this study, we report the results of a survey conducted during the period from August to November 2007. From a total of 7250 carcasses examined, 260 showed suspicious lesions of tuberculosis, representing a prevalence of 3.58%. The distribution of injuries shows frequently a violation of respiratory lymph nodes with a rate of 76.92%. Microscopic examination of 260 pieces analyzed showed positive samples in 28.85% of the cases. The isolation and identification of isolates have confirmed 134 positive cultures, at a rate of 51.54%. Among these, 86.57% are represented by Mycobacterium bovis stains and 13.43% by a non tuberculosis mycobacteria strain. Hence, although the eradication programme has been operational for several years, this disease still remains widely apparent among Algerian territories. [author abstract] [African Journal of Agricultural Research Vol. 3 (11), pp. 775-778, November, 2008]
- Plague Reappearance in Algeria after 50 Years, 2003
An outbreak of plague occurred in the region of Oran, Algeria, from June to July 2003. Algeria had not reported this disease for >50 years. Eighteen bubonic cases were identified, and Yersinia pestis was isolated from 6 patients. Except for the index case-patient, all patients recovered. Targeted chemoprophylaxis, sanitation, and vector control played a crucial role in controlling the outbreak. Epidemiologic and biomolecular findings strongly suggested the existence of a local animal reservoir during this period, but its origin (resurgence or re-importation) could not be determined. This sudden and unexpected reemergence of plague, close to an important commercial seaport, is a textbook illustration of a public health event of international importance. It also demonstrates that the danger of plague reoccurrence is not limited to the currently indexed natural foci. [author abstract] [Emerging Infectious Diseases, Vol. 13, No. 10, October 2007 pp.1459-1462]
- Rapport National de l’Algérie sur le suivi en janvier 2008
"Le présent rapport donne une évaluation des progrès réalisés pendant la période comprise entre janvier 2006 et décembre 2007 dans le domaine de la lutte contre le VIH/sida. Ce rapport fournit une série de données articulées autour des indicateurs de base qui suivent – et destinés à évaluer les progrès dans l’application de la Déclaration: (1) les indicateurs des actions et des engagements nationaux ; (2) les indicateurs des connaissances et des comportements nationaux ; et (3) les indicateurs de l’impact national."
- Reemerging Threat of Epidemic Typhus in Algeria
We report a case of epidemic typhus in a patient from the Batna region of Algeria, who presented with generalized febrile exanthema. The clinical diagnosis was confirmed by serological cross-adsorption followed by Western blotting. Our report emphasizes the threat of epidemic typhus in the highlands of Algeria. [author abstract] [Journal of Clinical Microbiology, Aug. 2004, Vol. 42, No. 8, pp. 3898–3900]
- Sandfly Fever Sicilian Virus, Algeria
To determine whether sandfly fever Sicilian virus (SFSV) is present in Algeria, we tested sandflies for phlebovirus RNA. A sequence closely related to that of SFSV was detected in a Phlebotomus ariasi sandfly. Of 60 human serum samples, 3 contained immunoglobulin G against SFSV. These data suggest SFSV is present in Algeria. [author abstract] [Emerging Infectious Diseases, Vol. 14, No. 5, May 2008, pp.795-797]
- Serotype Distribution and Antimicrobial Resistance of Streptococcus pneumoniae Isolated in Algiers, Algeria
There are few data on antibiotic resistance of Streptococcus pneumoniae in Algeria. Among 309 strains, 34.6% were penicillin G-nonsusceptible S. pneumoniae strains (25.2% were intermediate and 9.4% were resistant). Serotypes 1, 5, 14, and 6 were the most frequent in invasive child infections. A multicenter study to standardize the national guidelines is needed. [author abstract] [Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy, Feb. 2003, Vol. 47, No. 2, pp.824-826]
- Slow IDP Return to Rural Areas
Published March 2005 this report from the Norwegian Refugee Council examines the plight of internally displaced persons within Algeria.
Educational Resources
- ArabNet Algeria
ArabNet's main aim is to provide a comprehensive online resource on the Arab world, primarily dealing with countries in the Middle East and North Africa. ArabNet is owned by ArabNet Technology (ANT), part of the Saudi Research and Marketing Group. ArabNet's Algeria page contains information on Algeria's government, history, geography, business climate and culture.
- Development Gateway
Country Profile For Algeria. The Development Gateway aims to help improve people's lives in developing countries by building partnerships and information systems that provide access to knowledge for development
- Directory of Development Organisations-Algeria
The directory is a not-for-profit initiative depending on contributions from organisations visiting the site as well as from publicly available sources on the Internet. This site contains contact information for a wide variety of development organisations working in Algeria.
- Health Information for Travelers to North Africa
This site, from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides up-to-date health advice for travellers to North Africa, including information on diseases found in North Africa, vaccine recommendations and other health risks.
- Einnew.coms - Algeria Breaking News: Health
Algeria News Service for global professionals. Constantly updated news and information about health in Algeria.
- Legislative Texts on OHS - Algeria
The Database of Legislative Texts on Occupational Safety and Health (LEGOSH) is produced by the ILO's International Occupational Safety and Health Information Centre. It consists of references to laws, regulations and international legal instruments dealing with OSH matters in Algeria.
- Library of Congress, Country Study: Algeria
The United States Library of Congress Country Studies Series presents a description and analysis of the historical setting and the social, economic, political, and national security systems and institutions of countries throughout the world.
- National Tobacco Information Online Systems (NATIONS) Country Data for Algeria
The National Tobacco Information Online System (NATIONS) is an electronically integrated information system containing country-specific information on a wide variety of tobacco control issues. This site contains information on smoking prevalence and other tobacco related issues in Algeria.
- SCIRUS - Health - Algeria
Scirus is a comprehensive science-specific internet search engine. This site provides references and links to hundreds of articles focusing on the health situation in Algeria.
- UNAIDS/WHO Epidemiological Fact Sheet on HIV and AIDS: Core data on epidemiology and response – 2008 update – Algeria
Number of people living with HIV: 21 000; Adults aged 15 to 49 prevalence rate: 0.1%; Adults aged 15 and up living with HIV: 21 000; Women aged 15 and up living with HIV: 6 000; Children aged 0 to 14 living with HIV: N/A; Deaths due to AIDS: 940; Orphans due to AIDS aged 0 to 17: N/A
Original website founded Lucien E. Schlosser and Eberhard Wenzel, 1997.
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