Perspectives of push-pull-mooring effects on a desire for switching to alternative crops among tobacco farmers in Thailand: A qualitative study by Chakkraphan Phetphum, Artittaya Wangwonsin, Atchara Prajongjeep, Saksin Simsin

“…Introduction Tobacco use contributes significantly to premature deaths worldwide. A key strategy to curb tobacco consumption involves limiting the tobacco supply through the transition to substitute crops. …”
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The spatial and temporal pattern of COVID-19 and its effect on humans’ development in China by X. Xie, E. Naminse, S. Liu, Q. Yi

“…This study, therefore, examines the spatiotemporal distribution of the confirmed cases of COVID-19 and its effect on human development in China, and suggested social and non-pharmaceutical preventive interventions to help curb the further spread of the disease. The public open data available from January to February 2020, from the National Health Commission of the People’s Republic of China and a medical knowledge sharing website were used, and spatial analysis was performed to visualize the spatial distribution pattern of COVID-19 in China. …”
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Curtailing the spread of COVID-19 in Nigeria using digital framework and data driven approaches by Bolanle Adefowoke Ojokoh, Benjamin S. Aribisala, Oluwafemi A. Sarumi, Tobore V. Igbe, Abimbola H. Afolayan, Arome J. Gabriel, Abiola Ezekiel Taiwo, Olatunji M. Omisore, Uchechukwu M. Chukwuocha, Olusola T. Babalola, Tolulope A. Adebayo

“…This study presents empirical evidence highlighting the potential of contact tracing apps as valuable tools for monitoring and curbing the spread of COVID-19 and related diseases in Nigeria.…”
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An assessment of the progress made in the implementation of the regional framework for cholera prevention and control in the WHO African region by Miriam Nanyunja, Allan Mpairwe, Ibrahim Mamadu, Otim Patrick Cossy Ramadan, Mory Keïta, Tamayi Mlanda, Abdou Salam Gueye, Ebenezer Obi Daniel, Etien Luc Koua, Dick Chamla, Fiona Braka, Fred Kapaya, Vincent Dossou Sodjinou, Godwin Akpan, Shikanga O-tipo, Amarachi Tikal Abianuru, John Masina, Alice Igale Ladu, Fred Athanasius Dratibi, Philippe Barboza

“…Effective implementation of the cholera prevention and control framework anchored on strong government commitment and ownership is essential to curb the current trend of cholera outbreaks and improve the likelihood of cholera elimination by 2030 in Africa.…”
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Opioid Prescription Patterns for Discharged Patients from the Emergency Department by Justin Yanuck, Jonathan B. Lee, Soheil Saadat, Jila Rouhi, Ghadi Ghanem, Bharath Chakravarthy, Shalini Shah

“…Our study elucidates the prescribing patterns of an academic level 1 trauma center and should pave the way for future studies looking to maximize effectiveness at ways to curb ED opioid prescription.…”
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Comparative analysis of cancer statistics in China and the United States in 2024 by Yujie Wu, Siyi He, Mengdi Cao, Yi Teng, Qianru Li, Nuopei Tan, Jiachen Wang, Tingting Zuo, Tianyi Li, Yuanjie Zheng, Changfa Xia, Wanqing Chen, Jing Ni

“…Considering the transformation in China’s pattern of cancers epidemiology, it is imperative to develop stronger policies by adopting the cancer prevention and control strategies used in the US to address population aging and curb growing cancer trends.…”
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Impact of out-of-home nutrition labelling on people with eating disorders: a systematic review and meta-synthesis by Lucy Serpell, Dasha Nicholls, Ulrike Schmidt, Tom Jewell, Nora Trompeter, Fiona Duffy, Imogen Peebles, Emily Wadhera, Kate Chambers, Helen Sharpe, Ellen Maloney

“…Objectives Mandatory nutrition labels for out-of-home food consumption have been introduced in several countries to curb rising obesity levels. However, concerns have been raised about the potential negative impacts of such policies on individuals with eating disorders. …”
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Multidrug Resistance Tuberculosis in the Context of Co-Infection in Ethiopia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Bezawit Kassaw Hailu, Yitayew Demessie, Abebe Tesfaye Gessese, Gashaw Getaneh Dagnaw, Haileyesus Dejene

“…To enhance health outcomes and curb the spread of MDR-TB, government and public health authorities must implement targeted interventions, including monitoring and treatment programs in high-prevalence areas.…”
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Overcoming the Socio-Economic Challenges to Good Governance: Streamlining Cooperative Governance Model by Bhekabantu Alson Ntshangase, Kaizer Raseane Makole, Steven Kayambazinthu Msosa

“…However, despite numerous efforts and pleas by the Auditor-General of South Africa to responsible oversight structures like provincial governments and the Standing Committee on Public Accounts to curb financial malfeasance, corruption and lack of adequate and proper financial management skills, these pleas have fallen on deaf ears thus undermining cooperative and good governance mechanisms and systems. …”
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EU fiscal governance and budget consolidation in Visegrád countries by Zh. N. Komissarova, E. A. Sergeev

“…The Visegrád countries did cut government expenditures, but strived to use the most effective instruments such as curbing employment in public sector. Further, there were some subsidiary factors at place that influenced consolidation pace. …”
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Impacts of Strategic Mobility Restrictions Policies during 2020 COVID-19 Outbreak on Brazil’s Regional Air Quality by Anderson P. Rudke, Daniela S. de Almeida, Ronaldo A. Alves, Alexandra Beal, Leila D. Martins, Jorge A. Martins, Ricardo Hallak, Taciana T. de Almeida Albuquerque

“…Abstract With the unexpected arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic, countries worldwide were forced to take measures to curb its transmission. Mobility restrictions policies were the primary preventive measures applied around the globe. …”
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Real-world clinical validation of the Qatar pre-diabetes risk score: a cross-sectional study by Mohamed Ahmed Syed, Narjiss Sallahi, Abduljaleel Abdullatif Zainel, Halima None Bensmail, Abdelilah Arredouani

“…PRISQ can potentially play a significant role in curbing the T2D epidemic sweeping Qatar and beyond.…”
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DETERMINANTS OF CORPORATE TAX AGGRESSIVENESS IN NIGERIAN DEPOSIT MONEY BANKS by Bilikisu Roseline Yusuf, Samson Adewale Adediran

“…Also, the study shows reduction in tɑx ɑggressiveness ɑs ɑge increɑses, then efforts of tɑx ɑuthorities should be concentrɑted on young firms while trying to curb tɑx prɑctices ɑmong deposit money bɑnks in Nigeriɑ. …”
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Genome Characteristic of NDM-5-Producing Klebsiella Quasipneumoniae and Klebsiella Pneumoniae in China by Chen L, Liu R, Ye H, Qian J, Lou D

“…Our findings highlight the emergence of NDM-5-producing K. quasipneumoniae of clinical origin and reinforce the need for vigilant surveillance and infection control measures to curb the proliferation of these highly resistant pathogens.Keywords: blaNDM-5, Klebsiella spp., carbapenem-resistant, whole-genome sequencing…”
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Environmental Sustainability, Value Re-Orientation as Panacea to Gender-Based Violence and Culture of Silence Among Adolescent Girls by Florence Adeoti Yusuf, Adesile Moshood Imran, Peter Sanjo Adewale

“…Promoting environmental sustainability and value re-orientation emerges as a potential strategy to curb GBV while equitable resource management and women’s economic empowerment were identified as preventive measures. …”
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Frequency of Plasmid-Mediated Quinolone-Resistance (qnr) Genes in Pseudomonas aeruginosa Strains Isolated from Hospitalized Patients by Hamid Reza Goli, Sayede Fateme Moradi, Mohammad Reza Haghshenas, Ghazaleh Elahi, Mehrdad Gholami

“…Future studies focusing on molecular mechanisms of resistance and interventions to curb its spread are highly recommended.…”
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Trends, gender, and racial disparities in patients with mortality due to paroxysmal tachycardia: A nationwide analysis from 1999-2020. by Aman Goyal, Humza Saeed, Saif Yamin, Abdullah, Wania Sultan, Muhammad Khubaib Arshad, Samia Aziz Sulaiman, Mah I Kan Changez, Gauranga Mahalwar

“…These findings call for immediate public health actions to curb the rising trends and reduce potential disparities.…”
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THE IMPACT OF FIRM CHARACTERISTICS ON ACCRUALS AND REAL EARNINGS MANGEMENT OF LISTED MANUFACTURING FIRMS IN NIGERIA by Aisha Chado Muhammad

“…Therefore, this study recommends heightened oversight and transparency, particularly in the context of real earnings management; regulators can work towards curbing detrimental practices that impact firm value. …”
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Youthful Choices: A Secondary Analysis of the NFHS-5 Data to Examine Tobacco Use in Indian Adolescent Girls and Young Women by Jobinse Jose, Aditi Chaudhary, Abhishek Ghosh, Sonu Goel

“…Conclusion: Our research offered valuable insights into tobacco use among young Indian women. To effectively curb tobacco use in this population, it is imperative to address the identified determinants and vulnerabilities through tailored public health strategies and policies.…”
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An Assessment of Landslides Occurrence and its Implications on Local Community in Ibanda Sub County Kasese District, Uganda by Agaba, Chris

“…From the findings, the study recommends that there should be sustainable communication and education to farmers on effective ways to mitigate landslides, implementation of policies on settlements, and penalties curbing deforestation. Future researchers should investigate the influence government policies have on human activities in landslides prone areas. …”
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