Author Information
Houda Ben Ayed is a researcher affiliated with the Community Health and Epidemiology Department at Hedi Chaker University Hospital, part of the University of Sfax in Tunisia. Her work is deeply rooted in the epidemiological landscape of Tunisia, focusing on both communicable and non-communicable diseases. With a particular interest in healthcare systems and infectious diseases, she contributes significantly to understanding and improving public health outcomes in her region.Research Contributions
Houda Ben Ayed has made substantial contributions to the field of epidemiology, with a focus on the healthcare challenges faced in Tunisia. Her research encompasses the epidemiological profiling of diseases such as COVID-19 and tuberculosis, and addresses critical healthcare practices like the reprocessing of medical devices in resource-limited settings. She has also investigated the prevalence and risk factors of hospital-acquired infections, the national cancer burden, and the application of botulinum toxin for chronic conditions. Her work is pivotal in shaping public health policies and improving clinical practices in her region.Aliases
Throughout her academic career, Houda Ben Ayed has been referenced under various aliases, including H. Ayed, H B Ayed, H Ben Ayed, Houda Ayed, and H. Ben Ayed. These variations are common in academic publishing and reflect different stylings of her name across publications.Publication and Citation Metrics
| Metric |
Value |
| Total Papers |
48 |
| Citation Count |
135 |
| h-index |
5 |
