On March 2026, Dr. Hussein Hallak in collaboration with Al-Quds University Pharmacy Master graduates Fatma Haddad, Yahya Khawaja in addition to Amani Haddad and current Pharmacy Master student Massa Zahdeh published a new article in Q1 journal called International Journal of Pharmacy Practice, by the title of Ethical dilemmas in pharmacy practice: a cross-sectional study of attitudes and perceptions among pharmacists in Palestine.

The study aimed to assess pharmacists’ perceptions and attitudes toward selected ethical dilemmas, as well as their views on professional and business-related conduct within pharmacy practice.

A cross-sectional study was conducted among licensed pharmacists in Palestine using a self-administered questionnaire distributed through convenience sampling.

The study included 267 participated. The average ethical attitude score was 71.1%. No significant differences in ethical attitudes were found based on age, sex, work experience, or geographic location (P > .05). However, marital status and professional role were significantly associated with ethical scores: married pharmacists scored higher than single counterparts, and pharmacy owners scored higher than employed pharmacists. The most frequently cited pharmacy business practices that participants considered unethical and wished to eliminate included unfair competition concerns, including predatory pricing and unauthorized price reductions (38.6%), followed by unfair treatment of staff (20.2%). Additionally, 65.2% of respondents viewed generic substitution as an ethical and legal practice.

This study provides novel insights into the ethical attitudes and challenges faced by pharmacists in Palestine. The findings emphasize the urgent need for Palestinian health authorities and the Palestine Pharmacists’ Association to

develop and implement a comprehensive, contextually relevant code of ethics and promote professional accountability in the pharmacy sector.

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On December 2025, Dr. Hussein Hallak in collaboration with Al-Quds University Medical Students Tareq Jarrar, Noor Halaseh, Duha Doudin, Peter Bael , Atheer Shaheen, Eyad Jobeh, Ahmad Abu Sada , Ahmad AbuAwwad, and Bayan Alqtishat published a new article in Global Health, Epidemiology and Genomics by the title of Long-Term Self-Reported Symptoms Among Adults After COVID-19 Infection in the West Bank: A Cross-Sectional Analysis. 

With growing recognition of the prolonged effects of COVID-19, there is an urgent need to understand its extended clinical and public health implications across diverse settings. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of persistent COVID-19 symptoms among Palestinian adults and to evaluate their associations with hospitalization and recovery duration.

This cross-sectional study was conducted on a randomized sample of 407 adult COVID-19 patients confirmed by the Palestinian Ministry of Health 

The study population had a mean age of 40 years; 54% were female, and 70.3% had no previous medical history. Common complaints were fatigue (64.9%), anosmia (61.9%), joint pain (52.6%), and headache (51.8%). Hospitalization was necessary in 7.6% of patients, while 5.9% required oxygen or intubation. Most patients (92.6%) recovered in 4 months. The persistence of chest pain, shortness of breath, and lethargy was significantly associated with hospitalization (p < 0.001). The persistence of the previously mentioned symptoms was significantly associated with the duration of recovery.

The study provides valuable insights into the long-term symptoms experienced by individuals recovering from COVID-19 in the West Bank. The findings carry implications for clinicians, public health authorities, and affected individuals,

highlighting the importance of integrated care strategies and sustained support throughout the post-acute phase of the disease.

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On 12 January 2026,  Prof. Suheir Ereqat and Dr. Abedelmajeed Nasereddin and published a new study in Veterinary Medicine and Science Genetic Diversity of Neospora Caninum in Palestinian Cattle and Sheep: Insights From Nc-5 Gene Detection and MS10 Microsatellite Analysis. The article aimed to detect Neospora caninum (N. caninum) in cattle and sheep in Palestine and to characterize the identified isolates genetically. Methods: A total of 124 brain tissue specimens were obtained from slaughtered animals at Jericho abattoir, comprising 106 cattle (85%) and 18 sheep (15%). Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) targeting the Nc-5 gene and DNA Sanger sequencing were performed sequentially for the detection of N. caninum. The genetic variation and population structure were investigated using the MS10 microsatellite marker. The results of this study showed Neospora caninum DNA was detected in 24.2% (30/124) of samples, with cattle showing a higher infection rate (25.5%) compared to sheep (16.7%). DNA sequencing of 17 randomly selected positive samples confirmed the infection. Phylogenetic and genetic clustering analyses, incorporating 309 global N. caninum samples, including 17 from Palestine, revealed minimal genetic diversity and indicated the presence of two main clusters that were not associated with either geographical origin or host species. The Palestinian isolates are highly monomorphic, forming a single genetic cluster with three MS10 alleles, of which the ACT allele predominated (76%). For more information about the study, please contact the main author at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or the scientific research office at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

On 19 September 2025 ,  Dr. Abedelmajeed Nasereddin and Prof. Suheir Ereqat published a new study in Canadian Journal of Infectious Diseases and Medical Microbiology titled Sero-Molecular Markers and Genetic Diversity of Hepatitis B Virus Isolated from Hemodialysis (HD) Patients from Jenin District, West Bank, Palestine. The article aimed to investigate the prevalence of serological and molecular markers of HBV infection among HD patients attending HD units in Jenin governmental hospital, located in the northern West Bank, Palestine. In addition, complete genome sequencing was conducted to characterize the genetic diversity and determine the genotypes and sub genotypes of the isolated HBV strains. The results of this study demonstrated that HBV infection remains prevalent among HD patients, including both overt and occult forms. Genotype D, specifically Sub genotypes D1 and D3, predominates in the study population. The HBV S-region is a sufficient surrogate for population genetics investigations. For more information about the study, please contact the main author at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.or the scientific research office at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..