Optimal Control and Temperature Variations of Malaria Transmission Dynamics by Folashade B. Agusto

“…Malaria is a Plasmodium parasitic disease transmitted by infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. Climatic factors, such as temperature, humidity, rainfall, and wind, have significant effects on the incidence of most vector-borne diseases, including malaria. …”
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Understanding cultural perceptions of sexuality in China and their influence on human papillomavirus vaccine hesitancy by Jiayuan Jin, Yanchao Han

“…IntroductionThe human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine prevents infections that may result in precancerous lesions, cervical cancers, genital warts, and many other diseases. …”
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An Assessment of High-Risk Sexual Behavior and Associated Factors Among Self-identified Hijras Residing in an Urban Slum of Mumbai, India by Deepak K. Mundhe, Saniya S. Qureshi, Yuvaraj B. Chavan

“…Background: A high proportion of sexual minorities like Hijras/Eunuch engage in sex work and thus become a high-risk population for HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Hence, we conducted a study with objective to assess prevalence of high-risk behavior among self-identified Hijras/Eunuch and associated factors. …”
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A Case Series of Psychological Stress Evaluation as a Risk Factor for Oral Lichen Planus by Irna Sufiawati, Ani Megawati, Muhammad Al Farisyi, I. Nyoman Gede Juwita Putra

“…Suggested predisposing factors for the development of OLP include genetic factors, viral infections, psychological stress, trauma, drug intake, and some systemic diseases. …”
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Myasthenia gravis complicated by pure red cell aplasia with clonal large granular lymphocytosis in the absence of thymoma: a rare case report and literature review by Lijun Du, Yiping Liu, Qiaolin Zhou, Fang Xu

“…The pregnancy was terminated due to recurrent severe lung infections. She was later diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG) based on positive acetylcholine receptor antibodies. …”
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Prevalence and Risk Factors of Malaria in Iwaka District, Mimika, Papua by Novyan Lusiyana

“…Malaria transmission is heavily influenced by environmental factors, particularly those related to vector breeding habitats and the homes of infected individuals. Communities in high-endemic areas also exhibit risk behaviors that can increase the likelihood of malaria transmission. …”
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Agr-typing of methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA) isolated from non-human primates by V. A. Kalashnikova

“…The lack of information on the genotyping of methicillin-susceptible S. aureus detected in monkeys served as a stimulus to conduct a similar research, since staphylococcal infections in the primates are widespread. The present study is devoted to molecular genetic testing of S. aureus isolated from different biological samples taken from monkeys and is based on typing of agr polymorphic locus which acts as a regulator of pathogenic gene expression. …”
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The Effect of garlic extract (Allium sativum) on the hatching rate of sea bass eggs (Lates calcarifer) by Afriani Sari, Ahmadi Bathlimus

“…Soaking eggs in garlic extract was found to be effective in inhibiting fungal attacks on sea bass eggs that had previously been infected with fungi. This is proven by the high percentage of egg hatching and survival rate of sea bass larvae. …”
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Molecular Modeling and Simulation Analysis of Antimicrobial Photodynamic Therapy Potential for Control of COVID-19 by Maryam Pourhajibagher

“…Since antiviral photodynamic therapy (aPDT) has been described as a new method for inhibiting viral infections, it is important to evaluate whether it can be used as a photoactivated disinfectant to control COVID-19. …”
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Malaria Parasitemia and Anaemia among Pregnant Women in Umuahia Metropolis by ANC Amadi, PC Nwankwo

“…Anaemia of Hb<11 g/d1 was observed in 254 (94.1%) out of the 270 positive with malaria parasites. Of the 270 infected women, 254 (94.1%) were anaemia. Malaria and anaemia in pregnancy result to low birth weight, induced abortion and eventual death. …”
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Characterization of the Protective HIV-1 CTL Epitopes and the Corresponding HLA Class I Alleles: A Step towards Designing CTL Based HIV-1 Vaccine by Sajib Chakraborty, Taibur Rahman, Rajib Chakravorty

“…Although the exact mechanism by which CTL epitopes and the restricting HLA alleles mediate their action towards slow disease progression is still not clear, the important CTL restricted epitopes for controlling viral infections can be utilized in future vaccine design. …”
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The Role and Mechanisms of Antimicrobial Peptides in Overcoming Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria by Jinhui Yang, Junning Zhang, Zeyu Feng, Yunqi Ma

“…The research and development of innovative antimicrobial tactics that can defeat these hardy infections are imperative in light of this predicament. …”
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Malnutrition Amongst HIV Adult Patients in Selected Hospitals of Bushenyi District in Southwestern Uganda. by Odwee, Ambrose, Keneth Iceland, Kasozi, Acup, Christine Amongi, Kyamanywa, Patrick, Ssebuufu, Robinson, Obura, Richard, Agaba, Jude B., Makeri, Danladi, Kirimuhuzya, Claude, Sasirabo, Olivia, Bamaiyi, Pwaveno H.

“…Patients with opportunistic infections, low adherence to HAART, and stage of HIV/AIDS had a higher risk of malnutrition Discussion: In rural communities, a majority of malnourished patients are elderly and these were identified as priority groups for HIV outreach campaigns. …”
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Skin Lesions Associated with Nutritional Management of Maple Syrup Urine Disease by Jaraspong Uaariyapanichkul, Puthita Saengpanit, Ponghatai Damrongphol, Kanya Suphapeetiporn, Sirinuch Chomtho

“…Subsequently, natural protein was stopped as the patient developed hospital-acquired infections which resulted in an elevation of BCAAs. …”
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Use of Flexible Cystoscopy to Insert a Foley Catheter over a Guide Wire in Spinal Cord Injury Patients: Special Precautions to be Observed by Subramanian Vaidyanathan, Bakul Soni, Gurpreet Singh, Peter Hughes, Tun Oo

“…Spinal cord injury patients, who undergo flexible cystoscopy and urethral catheterisation over a guide wire, may develop potentially serious complications. (1) Persons with lesion above T-6 are susceptible to develop autonomic dysreflexia during cystoscopy and urethral catheterisation over a guide wire; nifedipine 5–10 milligrams may be administered sublingually just prior to the procedure to prevent autonomic dysreflexia. (2) Spinal cord injury patients are at increased risk for getting urine infections as compared to able-bodied individuals. Therefore, antibiotics should be given to patients who get haematuria or urethral bleeding following urethral catheterisation over a guide wire. (3) Some spinal cord injury patients may have a small capacity bladder; in these patients, the guide wire, which is introduced into the urinary bladder, may fold upon itself with the tip of guide wire entering the urethra. …”
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Money plant disease atlas: A comprehensive dataset for disease classification in ornamental horticultureMendeley Data by Md. Seyam ali Biswas, MD Hasan Ahmad, Sajib Bormon, Rimon, Sohanur Rahman Sohag, Amatul Bushra Akhi

“…Money Plants are hardy, but like any other plant they can also be infected by various diseases, which may render them less attractive, or even unattractive. …”
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Prevalence of Nocturnal Enuresis and Its Associated Factors in Primary School and Preschool Children of Khorramabad in 2013 by Katayoun Bakhtiar, Yadollah Pournia, Farzad Ebrahimzadeh, Ali Farhadi, Fathollah Shafizadeh, Reza Hosseinabadi

“…There were statistically significant relationships between nocturnal enuresis and history of nocturnal enuresis in siblings (P=0.023), respiratory infections (P=0.036), deep sleep (P=0.007), corporal punishment at school (P=0.036), anal itching (P=0.043), and history of seizures (P=0.043). …”
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Bactericide, Immunomodulating, and Wound Healing Properties of Transgenic Kalanchoe pinnata Synergize with Antimicrobial Peptide Cecropin P1 In Vivo by A. A. Lebedeva, N. S. Zakharchenko, E. V. Trubnikova, O. A. Medvedeva, T. V. Kuznetsova, G. A. Masgutova, M. V. Zylkova, Y. I. Buryanov, A. S. Belous

“…The water extract of K. pinnata + CecP1 exhibits favorable effect on healing of wounds infected with S. aureus (equal to Cefazolin) and with a combination of S. aureus with P. aeruginosa (better than Cefazolin). …”
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Prevalence  of  Chronic  Otitis  Media  and  Its  Associated  Hearing  Impairment  among  School  Going  Children by Arun Maran Sattien, Priyokumar Singh Oinam, Mosin Babu, Shandyalata Yumlembam, Lalnunpuia Thangluah

“…This  study  revealed  statistically  significant  association  of  CSOM  with  parent  illiteracy,  overcrowding,  swimming  in  local  pools  and  recurrent  respiratory  tract  infections. Conclusion: Health  education  through  school  health  program,  improvement  of  socioeconomic  status  and  health  facilities  should  be  used  in  early  detection  and  management  of  this  disease  thereby  reducing  the  prevalence  of  CSOM. …”
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Clinical case of treatment of subacute endocarditis in a patient after occluder closing of the patent foramen ovale by G.I. Kovtun, S.O. Sheludko, D.O. Loskutov, H.Yu. Melnyk

“…After transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography, infective endocarditis was diagnosed. The patient underwent surgery as planned. …”
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