Redefining Creativity and Well-being: A Feasibility Study for a New Course at a Small Liberal Arts College in Japan by Lee Friederich, Yuko Taniguchi, Naoko Araki, Naeko Naganuma, Joel Friederich, Kathryn R. Cullen

“…Considering the escalating mental health needs of college students and the stigma surrounding mental illness in Japan, this study explores how creativity impacts student well-being. …”
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The Role of Combining Probiotics in Preventing and Controlling Inflammation: A Focus on the Anti-Inflammatory and Immunomodulatory Effects of Probiotics in an In Vitro Model of IBD by Shadi Aghamohammad, Amin Sepehr, Seyedeh Tina Miri, Saeideh Najafi, Mohammad R. Pourshafie, Mahdi Rohani

“…Probiotics, as live beneficial microorganisms, play a role in maintaining health through various mechanisms, including the modulation of the immune system and the control of inflammation. …”
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Toxocara (Nematoda: Ascaridida) and Other Soil-Transmitted Helminth Eggs Contaminating Soils in Selected Urban and Rural Areas in the Philippines by Vachel Gay V. Paller, Emmanuel Ryan C. de Chavez

“…Hence, the data generated in this study can be used in promoting public awareness, particularly for pet owners and local health officials, for effective prevention and control of this parasitosis.…”
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The Vitreomacular Interface in Diabetic Retinopathy by Daniel Agarwal, Rachel Gelman, Claudia Prospero Ponce, William Stevenson, John B. Christoforidis

“…Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a leading health concern and a major cause of blindness. DR can be complicated by scar tissue formation, macular edema, and tractional retinal detachment. …”
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Endodontists’ Self-Assessment about Pharmacological Strategies for Management of Endodontic Pain by Letycia Accioly Simões Coelho, Marcos Dezotti Luiz, Artur Villas Bôas Weckwerth, Rodrigo Ricci Vivan, Marco Antônio Hungaro Duarte, Murilo Priori Alcalde, Paulo César Rodrigues Conti, Yuri Martins Costa, Leonardo Rigoldi Bonjardim

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Mechanisms and therapeutic potential of the hedgehog signaling pathway in cancer by Ge Cong, Xingyu Zhu, Xin Ru Chen, Hao Chen, Wei Chong

“…Abstract A sort of major malignant disease, cancer can compromise human health wherever. Some mechanisms of the occurrence and evolution of cancer still seem elusive even now. …”
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Extraction, Profiling, and Characterization of Phytosterols and Triterpenoids from Pili (Canarium ovatum Engl.) Pulp Oil Exhibiting Antioxidant and Antibacterial Properties by Nico G. Dumandan, Annie Cita T. Kagaoan, Ranelle D. P. Acda, Caren R. Tumambing, Laura J. Pham

“…The observed bioactivity of the pili pulp oil extract can be attributed to these compounds which may provide desirable health benefits.…”
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COVID-19: An Update on the Latest Therapeutic Agents by Ke-Yan Loo, Loh Teng-Hern Tan, Jodi Woan-Fei Law, Kar-Wai Hong, Kok-Gan Chan, Vengadesh Letchumanan

“…The rampant spread of the virus led to the loss of livelihoods of millions across the globe. This public health emergency prompted the rapid development of vaccines and treatments to fight against viral infection. …”
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Features of management and implementation of financial and economic activities of various forms and types of institutions by A. Yu. Yakovlev

“…The average «freedom» is endowed with budgetary institutions established to fulfill the state (municipal) assignment in the spheres of education, health, culture, science, social protection, employment of the population, physical culture, sports and other fields. …”
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Harnessing amino acid pathways to influence myeloid cell function in tumor immunity by Jiongli Pan, Yi Lin, Xinyuan Liu, Xiaozhen Zhang, Tingbo Liang, Xueli Bai

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The Role of Organelle Stresses in Diabetes Mellitus and Obesity: Implication for Treatment by Yi-Cheng Chang, Siow-Wey Hee, Meng-Lun Hsieh, Yung-Ming Jeng, Lee-Ming Chuang

“…The type 2 diabetes pandemic in recent decades is a huge global health threat. This pandemic is primarily attributed to the surplus of nutrients and the increased prevalence of obesity worldwide. …”
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Factors Affecting the Quality of Life of the Elderly in Iraq and Turkiye and Differences Between the Two Cultures by Tahsin Barış Değer, Hatem Al Yasarı

“…The aim of this study was to determine the quality of life (QOL) of the elderly living in Iraq and Turkiye and the effect of sociodemographic, health, economic, lifestyle and spiritual factors on the QOL in the elderly cross-culturally. …”
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Projections of Heat Waves Events in the Intra-Americas Region Using Multimodel Ensemble by Moises Angeles-Malaspina, Jorge E. González-Cruz, Nazario Ramírez-Beltran

“…Consequently, the regional climate change in the current time and in the future will require special attention to mitigate the more intense and frequent heat waves impacts on human health, countries’ economies, and energy demands in the IAR.…”
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Contribution of Climate-Smart Forage and Fodder Production for Sustainable Livestock Production and Environment: Lessons and Challenges from Ethiopia by Diriba Tulu, Sileshi Gadissa, Feyisa Hundessa, Erana Kebede

“…Improved forage and feed species are an option for these aspects because adequate feed resources enhance soil health and carbon, generate income, and reduce emissions. …”
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Assessment of the living standard of elderly people and their well-being in a changing social environment by R. M. Sadykov

“…The assessment found the key problems of this category: deterioration of health, narrowing of the social world, loneliness, low living standard, and financial difficulties. …”
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Custom YOLO Object Detection Model for COVID-19 Diagnosis by Noor Najah Ali, Aseel Hameed, Asanka G. Perera, Ali Al_Naji

“… The emergence and spread of the new coronavirus (COVID-19) poses a new public health threat to the entire world (SARS-CoV-2). This new virus is highly contagious and pathogenetically different from other mainstream respiratory viruses. …”
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Vibration Analysis for Machine Monitoring and Diagnosis: A Systematic Review by Mohamad Hazwan Mohd Ghazali, Wan Rahiman

“…Thus, vibration analysis has become an effective method to monitor the health and performance of the machine. The vibration signatures of the machines contain important information regarding the machine condition such as the source of failure and its severity. …”
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Ecological Risk Assessment for Invasive Wildlife in Florida by Venetia Briggs-Gonzalez, Kyle Allen, Rebecca G. Harvey, Frank J. Mazzotti

“…About 10 to 20% of nonnative (exotic, alien) species that arrive in new locales become invasive, meaning they are likely to harm the environment, economy, or public health. Preventing the introduction of invasive species is the most effective way to protect native biodiversity and ecosystem integrity. …”
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Innovative approaches in colorectal cancer screening: advances in detection methods and the role of artificial intelligence by Changwei Duan, Jianqiu Sheng, Xianzong Ma

“…Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most prevalent cancer globally and poses a significant health threat, making early detection crucial. This review paper explored emerging detection methods for early screening of CRC, including gut microbiota, metabolites, genetic markers, and artificial intelligence (AI)-based technologies. …”
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Transforming Growth Factor-Beta and Matrix Metalloproteinases: Functional Interactions in Tumor Stroma-Infiltrating Myeloid Cells by Jelena Krstic, Juan F. Santibanez

“…Transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-β) is a pleiotropic factor with several different roles in health and disease. In tumorigenesis, it may act as a protumorigenic factor and have a profound impact on the regulation of the immune system response. …”
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