Evolving trends in the prevalence and treatment of ankylosing spondylitis in Korea from 2010 to 2023: a population-based study by Yu-Seon Jung, Soo-Kyung Cho, Se Rim Choi, Sun-Young Jung, Yoon-Kyoung Sung

“…This population-based study utilized data from the National Health Insurance Database covering 2010 to 2023. AS cases were identified using at least two ICD-10 (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision) codes and rare intractable disease registration codes, excluding diagnoses of rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. …”
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Impact of Yoga Practice on Lipid Profile and Insulin Resistance in Overweight and Obese Individuals – A Pilot Study by Abhijeet Shelke, Ramesh Kawade, Subhradeep Bhattacharya, Vishal Sarkar, Neevhashiny Selvaraj

“…Conclusion: Yoga intervention demonstrated an improved lipid profile and glucose intolerance which subsequently advances cardiometabolic health. However, findings are limited by small sample size and pilot study.…”
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Determination of carbon emissions from hybrid road vehicles by mathematical modelling by Gheorghe Neamțu, Ioan ȚINCU, Marinela INȚĂ

“…The proposed research also represents the authors' point of view, which is supported by the proposals made by the World Health Organization to reduce the speed of traffic in urban areas from 50 km/h to 30 km/h, with the aim of reducing the number of traffic accidents, as well as pollution with chemical and noise noxious substances and vibrations. …”
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A Smart Machine Learning Model for the Detection of Brain Hemorrhage Diagnosis Based Internet of Things in Smart Cities by Hang Chen, Sulaiman Khan, Bo Kou, Shah Nazir, Wei Liu, Anwar Hussain

“…Among others, the IoT plays a key role in the form of smart medical devices and wearables, with the ability to collect varied and longitudinal patient-generated health data, and at the same time also offering preliminary diagnosis options. …”
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The utility of preemptive mass influenza vaccination in controlling a SARS outbreak during flu season by Qingling Zeng, Kamran Khan, Jianhong Wu, Huaiping Zhu

“…The study revealed that a campaign of mass influenza vaccination prior tothe onset of flu season could aid the containment of a future SARS outbreak bydecreasing the total number of persons with ILIs presenting to the health-care system,and consequently decreasing nosocomial transmission of SARS in persons underinvestigation for the disease.…”
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Sex-specific impacts of caffeine on body composition: commentary on a retrospective cohort study by Anna Vittoria Mattioli

“…The discussion highlights key areas requiring further investigation, including the role of hormonal modulation, genetic variability, and long-term effects on muscle health.Discussion: The positive association between caffeine intake and FFMI, particularly among women and younger populations, underscores the ergogenic potential of caffeine in enhancing muscle performance and metabolic efficiency. …”
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Reconstruction of Exposure to m-Xylene from Human Biomonitoring Data Using PBPK Modelling, Bayesian Inference, and Markov Chain Monte Carlo Simulation by Kevin McNally, Richard Cotton, John Cocker, Kate Jones, Mike Bartels, David Rick, Paul Price, George Loizou

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Phytochrome-mediated shade avoidance responses impact the structure and composition of the bacterial phyllosphere microbiome of Arabidopsis by James A. O’Rourke, Stacey A. Vincent, Isabel E. I. Williams, Eleanor L. Gascoyne, Paul F. Devlin

“…We discuss the implications of our findings in terms of furthering our understanding of plant-microbe signalling in the shaping of the phyllosphere microbiome and the possibility of manipulating the phyllosphere microbiome for plant health in an agricultural setting at high planting densities.…”
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Folie à Deux in the Setting of COVID-19 Quarantine by Maxsaya Baez Nuñez, Ezequiel Rodriguez, Matthew DeLuca, Krishan Chirimunj, Monica Dhingra

“…Given that to the best of our knowledge, there have not been any reports describing the development of folie à deux in the setting of the COVID-19 quarantine, the authors aim to dissect how extended periods of shared isolation from society during such a significant time in history may have served as a significant precipitating factor in the onset of shared psychotic disorder, while simultaneously illustrating a parallel relation to how such conditions may predispose certain subgroups to similarly dynamic-based mental health disorders. In addition, an evaluation of the origins and multifactorial etiology of folie à deux, along with that of existing treatment modalities, and the emphasis on advancement toward more effective treatment approaches will be provided.…”
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Femoral hydatid cyst: A rare localization of bone echinococcosis: A case report by Nadia El Mahi, Hajar Siouri, Amal Mojahid, Karim Haddar, Hamid Ziani, Siham Nasri, Imane Kamaoui, Imane Skiker

“…Echinococcosis, or hydatid disease, is an endemic disease that affects many regions worldwide and remains a significant public health issue in areas with high endemicity. It is caused by an infection with the dog tapeworm *Echinococcus granulosus*, which is transmitted to humans either through direct contact with dogs or by ingesting contaminated food. …”
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Comparative assessment of immunodiffusion and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay used for bovine leukosis diagnosis by A. R. Mustafayev, M. O. Baratov

“…The implementation of animal health improvement and disease prevention activities with respect to bovine leukosis involves a need for timely detection of cattle infected with bovine leukaemia virus (BLV) on livestock farms. …”
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Novel Considerations in the ML/AI Modeling of Large-Scale Learning Loss by Mirna Elizondo, June Yu, Daniel Payan, LI Feng, Jelena Tesic

“…The data came from the Census Bureau 2010, USAFACTS, Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), the National Center for Education Statistics (CCD), the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (LAUS), and three sources from the Texas Education Agency (STAAR, TEA, ADA, ESSER). …”
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A Case of Neuromyelitis Optica: Puerto Rican Woman with an Increased Time Lag to Diagnosis and a High Response to Eculizumab Therapy by Ramón Vega, Benjamín González, Kiara Ortiz, Viviana Martínez, David Carmona, Ivonne Vicente, Javier Chapa, Ángel Chinea

“…A link between intractable hiccups, as the initial symptom, and a possible neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) diagnosis is confusing but vital and may not be made by health care providers (HCPs) if they are not aware of the 2015 NMOSD criteria. …”
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Biochemical and histopathological profiling of Wistar rat treated with Brassica napus as a supplementary feed by Kazi Md. Mahmudul Hasan, Nasrin Tamanna, Md. Anwarul Haque

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Joint Active/Passive Beamforming Optimization via RWMMSE and Gradient Projection for Downlink IRS-Aided MU-MISO Systems by Seraphin F. Kimaryo, Eduard E. Bahingayi, Kyungchun Lee

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Murine model evaluation of biochemical and tissue-damage induced by Bothrops asper (Nauyaca) snake venom by Dr. Carlos Gallardo-Casas Ángel Gallardo-Casas, María Teresa Valadez-Omaña, Emmanuel Correa Solís, María del Carmen Castillo-Hernández, Rocio Ortiz-Butron

“…Introduction: Venomous snakes Bites are a serious public health issue, and in Mexico, Bothrops asper is responsible for the majority of viper bites. …”
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Hybrid and/or mixed infection by pig and human Ascaris in a Guarani indigenous village in southern Brazil. by Veridiana Lenartovicz Boeira, Renata Coltro Bezagio, Marina Silva de Carvalho, Rinaldo Ferreira Gandra, Ana Paula de Abreu, Cristiano Lara Massara, Cristiane Maria Colli, Max Jean de Ornelas Toledo

“…<h4>Conclusions/significance</h4>The results of this study confirm the necessity of a One Health approach with the correct disposal of both human and animal feces to control the spread of human and swine ascariasis.…”
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Coronavirus Disease-19 associated arthritis – An observational study by Debanjali Sinha, Sumantro Mondal, Alakendu Ghosh

“…Background: The coronavirus disease or COVID-19 pandemic is the major global health crisis of the present time. Various rheumatological manifestations have been reported during or after COVID-19 infection, but data are scarce. …”
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Identification of hypertension gene expression biomarkers based on the DeepGCFS algorithm. by Zongjin Li, Liqin Tian, Libing Bai, Zeyu Jia, Xiaoming Wu, Changxin Song

“…Hypertension is a critical risk factor and cause of mortality in cardiovascular diseases, and it remains a global public health issue. Therefore, understanding its mechanisms is essential for treating and preventing hypertension. …”
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Characterization of marine coral fragment-derived calcium oxide and its performance in chloramphenicol removal from water by Karina Sofyatuddin, Prajaputra Vicky, Isnaini Nadia, Rahayu Putri Sri, Sihombing Mastavioni

“…Chloramphenicol, a widely used antibiotic, is a persistent pollutant in aquatic environments, posing a threat to both human health and aquatic ecosystems. This study investigates the use of calcium oxide (CaO) derived from marine coral fragments as a natural adsorbent for the removal of chloramphenicol from water. …”
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