Lenford Kasungu
Lecturer
Lenford Kasungu has currently enrolled in the Biovanguard Fellowship Program, which is structured to offer an in-depth research experience. The program aims to equip fellows with the required skills and knowledge of scientific research.
Lenford holds a Master of Arts in Human Rights, Governance, and Development, as well as a Master’s degree in Social Work and Community Development from the University of Zambia. He is currently pursuing a PhD, in developmental studies.
Through this fellowship, he aspires to acquire advanced scientific and research skills that will enhance his knowledge base, ultimately enabling him to contribute to high-impact scholarly publications.
Stories
Summary "Association of loneliness and social isolation with all-cause mortality among older Mexican adults in the Mexican health and aging study: a retrospective observational study"
The global aging population is increasing rapidly, with WHO predicting that by 2050, one in five people will be 60 or older, with 80% residing in low- to middle-income countries. This demographic shift presents challenges ...
Summary "Health-Related Quality of Life of COVID-19 Survivors Treated in Intensive Care Unit-Prospective Observational Study"
In December 2019, SARS-CoV-2, a new coronavirus, was discovered in China, causing widespread pneumonia in Wuhan. Due to its rapid spread, the WHO declared it a public health emergency in January 2020 and a pandemic ...
Summary "Barriers to healthcare access among female youths in Mozambique: a mixed-effects and spatial analysis using DHS 2022/23 data"
Access to healthcare is a critical determinant of health and well-being, recognized globally as a fundamental human right. It encompasses timely, affordable, and appropriate services, which are essential for ensuring overall ...
Summary "Comparison of long-term effects of metformin on longevity between people with type 2 diabetes and matched non-diabetic controls"
Metformin therapy or treatment is recognized as the primary treatment for Type II diabetics (T2D). Metformin is associated with improved health span and extended life span. Several studies have indicated benefits of metformin ...
Summary "Family Ties and Older Adult Well-Being: Incorporating Social Networks and Proximity"
Family members are frontline supporters for older adults, including those institutionalized, because they affect older adults’ health and mortality. The demographic changes in family structures have led to fewer children, lower ...
Videos
Association of loneliness and social isolation with all-cause mortality among older Mexican adults in the Mexican health and aging study: a retrospective observational study | Cell talk
The global aging population is increasing rapidly, with WHO predicting that by 2050, one in five people will be 60 or older, with 80% residing in low- to middle-income countries. This demographic shift presents challenges for individuals, families, ...
Health-Related Quality of Life of COVID-19 Survivors Treated in Intensive Care Unit-Prospective Observational Study | Cell talk
In December 2019, SARS-CoV-2, a new coronavirus, was discovered in China, causing widespread pneumonia in Wuhan. Due to its rapid spread, the WHO declared it a public health emergency in January 2020 and a pandemic in March 2020 ...
Barriers to healthcare access among female youths in Mozambique: a mixed-effects and spatial analysis using DHS 2022/23 data | Cell talk
Access to healthcare is a critical determinant of health and well-being, recognized globally as a fundamental human right. It encompasses timely, affordable, and appropriate services, which are essential for ensuring overall health ...
Comparison of long-term effects of metformin on longevity between people with type 2 diabetes and matched non-diabetic controls | Cell talk
Metformin therapy or treatment is recognized as the primary treatment for Type II diabetics (T2D). Metformin is associated with improved health span and extended life span. Several studies have indicated benefits of metformin ...
Family Ties and Older Adult Well-Being: Incorporating Social Networks and Proximity | Cell talk
Family members are frontline supporters for older adults, including those institutionalized, because they affect older adults’ health and mortality. The demographic changes in family structures have led to fewer children, lower rates of marriages ...
