Limb-Specific Comparison of Flow-Mediated Dilation in Abdominal Obese Pre-menopausal Women by Robert M. Restaino, Matthew A. Barlow

“…Abstract Purpose Normal aging can lead to arterial wall stiffening and development of atherosclerosis; however, the effects of overweight conditions can expedite the dysfunction of arterial health. In an earlier study, we identified in a group of abdominal obese pre-menopausal woman that during menses, these women had decreased vascular conductance of the brachial artery during dynamic hand-grip exercise. …”
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Measurement of SUVs-Maximum for Normal Region Using VOI in PET/MRI and PET/CT by Jeong Kyu Park, Sung Kyu Kim, Ihn Ho Cho, Eun Jung Kong

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Determination of Species‐Specific Differences in Intracranial Volume of Tuj Sheep and Hair Goats Using Stereology and Computed Tomography Methods by Ali Koçyiğit, Betül Kanik, İsmail Demircioğlu, Yasin Demiraslan

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Association between Oral Cancer and Smokeless Tobacco Use in Rural Indian Men: A Prospective Cohort Study by Anuj Singh Parihar, Ayan Chakraborty, Aditya Pidaparthi, Gunmeek Kaur, Sumit Bhatt, Aishwarya Handa

“…Background: Smokeless tobacco (SLT) use, particularly gutka and khaini, is a significant public health concern in India, mainly in rural areas. This prospective cohort study aimed to investigate the association between SLT use and oral cancer incidence among rural Indian men. …”
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Epidemiology and diversity of Plasmodium species in Franceville and their implications for malaria control by Larson Boundenga, Yann Vital Sima-Biyang, Neil Michel Longo-Pendy, Michelle Bignoumba, Clark Mbou-Boutambe, Clauve Jauvert Moukagni-Mussadji, Dorothé Marielle Wora, Fabrice Kassa-Kassa, Richard Onanga, Cyrille Bisseye, Francine Ntoumi, Ayola Akim Adegnika, Jean-Bernard Lekana-Douki

“…Abstract Malaria is a significant public health challenge in Gabon, with high prevalence rates in rural and semi-urban areas. …”
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Impact of Implementing Structured Compensatory Methods on Knowledge and Awareness of Cognitive Dysfunction Management Among Neurological Disorder Patients in Vijayapur Hospitals by Nelson Vijaykumar, Aleyamma Varghese

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Management Practice and Clinical Outcomes of Dementia in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review by Dessale Abate Beyene, Alemseged Beyene Berha

“…RCT studies were done on the feasibility and clinical effectiveness of cognitive stimulation therapy (CST) showed improvements in language memory domains and physical health. In addition, studies that focus on the management of human immunodeficiency virus-associated dementia (HIVAD) were reported to improve neurocognitively. …”
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The newly credentialed veterinary technician: perceptions, realities, and career challenges by Addie R. Reinhard, Addie R. Reinhard, Victoria P. Celt, Leah E. Pilewki, Mariel K. Hendricks, Mariel K. Hendricks

“…The findings of this study can inform future intervention research to improve the mental health and wellbeing of veterinary technicians. A focus on teaching team-based medicine, leadership skills, and conflict management in both veterinary and veterinary technician schools may help reduce team conflict. …”
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Brain‐Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) as a Potential Biomarker in Brain Glioma: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis by Fatemeh Hasani, Mahdi Masrour, Sina Khamaki, Kimia Jazi, Erfan Ghoodjani, Antonio L. Teixeira

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Organized Sports, Overweight, and Physical Fitness in Primary School Children in Germany by Clemens Drenowatz, Ronald P. Steiner, Susanne Brandstetter, Jochen Klenk, Martin Wabitsch, Jürgen M. Steinacker

“…Even though causality cannot be established, the facilitation of participation in organized sports may be a crucial aspect in public health efforts addressing the growing problems associated with overweight and obesity.…”
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Effect of air temperature in indoor transition spaces on the thermal response of occupant during summer by Tian Zhong, Xi Meng

“…Abstract During the hot summer months, the significant temperature disparity between outdoor and indoor air-conditioned spaces can lead to thermal discomfort and pose a potential health risk. Transition areas such as corridors and elevator lobbies, serving as intermediary zones connecting indoors and outdoors, have been found effective in mitigating this thermal discomfort. …”
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Perspective from NHANES data: synergistic effects of visceral adiposity index and lipid accumulation products on diabetes risk by JianHua He, Lei Chen

“…The current cross-sectional survey utilised data from the 2015–2018 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). …”
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How Do We Treat Children with Anterior Cutaneous Nerve Entrapment Syndrome and Is the Biopsychosocial Model Also Being Applied? A Scoping Review by Anke P. C. Top, Thomas G. de Leeuw, Wichor M. Bramer, Bernadette C. M. de Mol, Frank J. P. M. Huygen, Maaike Dirckx

“…In accordance with the World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines for managing chronic pain in children, these patients and their families and caregivers should be treated within the context of the biopsychosocial model; pain should not be treated purely as a biomedical problem. …”
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Geospatial Analysis of COVID-19 Death Rate and Influencing Factors in the MENA Region by MUSTAFA SHEBANI ABOALYEM, Mohd Tahir Ismail

“…Spatial analysis can help identify factors associated with the high death toll and develop targeted interventions to reduce the virus's spread and improve health outcomes. The study uses GIS-based analysis and geostatistical models to analyze the COVID-19 death rate in MENA countries. …”
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A study to evaluate platelet parameters in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: A case-control study by Sawer Sabri Ahmed

“…Objectives: This study aimed at comparing various platelet indices between people with type II diabetes and people who appeared to be in good health status. Materials and Methods: This case-controlled study was carried out at the Azadi Teaching Hospital’s Laboratory in Duhok. …”
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Participation experiences of people with deafblindness or dual sensory loss: A scoping review of global deafblind literature. by Atul Jaiswal, Heather Aldersey, Walter Wittich, Mansha Mirza, Marcia Finlayson

“…<h4>Methods</h4>A comprehensive literature search of eight databases (CINAHL/EBSCO, Embase, ERIC, Global Health, MEDLINE, ProQuest, PsycINFO, PubMed) was performed in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews (PRISMA) during January 2017 and last updated in June 2017. …”
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Employing algal extract for the fabrication of bimetallic nanoparticles: A powerful solution against tomato pathogenic fungi by Reham M. Aldahasi, Kawther Aabed, Sahar S. Alghamdi, Afrah E. Mohammed

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Research status of treatment and nursing of urinary incontinence after stroke (脑卒中后尿失禁的早期治疗与康复护理现状) by LI Qiyu (李齐宇), LI Ning (李宁), CAO Hongjing (曹红京)

“…The main contents of the article included medication treatment and care, rehabilitation training, surgical treatment, Traditional Chinese Medicine intervention, skin care, psychological intervention, health behavior guidance. It is required to provide a comprehensive, targeted and early preventive medical care for patients with post-stroke urinary incontinence, which can effectively improve the success rate of early treatment and the quality of medical care services, but also enhance the quality of life of patients. …”
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Unraveling the relationship between stress exposure and childhood anxiety: Considering accumulation, impact, and type in the first five years of life. by Viviane Valdes, Linda W Craighead, Charles A Nelson, Michelle Bosquet Enlow

“…When considering types of stressors, cumulative exposure from the prenatal period to 5 years to financial stressors (β = 0.12, p = .035) was most saliently and significantly associated with child anxiety symptoms at 5 years (after adjusting for other categories of stress such as health, interpersonal, and logistical stressors). …”
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Enhancing foster care relationships through attachment-based intervention: the safe families study protocol, a randomized controlled trial of the circle of security parenting progr... by Mathieu Pereira, Lauriane Sedes, Emilie Gadéa, Rebecca Shankland

“…Abstract Background Children in out-of-home care constitute a vulnerable population often experiencing mental health challenges related to early adversity and placement disruptions. …”
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