The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on musculoskeletal disorders-related sick leave among healthcare workers: a retrospective analysis of Slovenian national data by Dorjana Zerbo Šporin, Žiga Kozinc, Žiga Kozinc, Ticijana Prijon, Ticijana Prijon, Tanja Metličar, Nejc Šarabon, Nejc Šarabon, Nejc Šarabon

“…On the other hand, in older HCWs, the average SL incidence decreased during the pandemic, while the SL duration substantially increased.ConclusionThe dynamics of MSDs related SL among HCWs are complex and influenced by several factors, including the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Healthcare managers should implement tailored strategies to address MSDs-related absenteeism among specific groups of HCWs to promote a healthier workforce and ensure a resilient healthcare system during health crises.…”
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Variations in carbon stocks across traditional and improved agroforestry in reference to agroforestry and households’ characteristics in Southeastern Ethiopia by Boja Tilinti, Mesele Negash, Zebene Asfaw, Teshale Woldeamanuel

“…Thus, HGAF should be managed as a viable land use option to help mitigate climate change, while also offering food and income opportunities for smallholder farmers in the studied region and beyond.…”
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Towards equitable carbon responsibility: Integrating trade-related emissions and carbon sinks in urban decarbonization by Junliang Wu, Yafei Wang, Shuya Zhang, Yu Zhu, Bingyue Fu, Zhihui Zhang, Hanxi Chen, Shaoqing Chen

“…Accurately allocating carbon mitigation responsibility (CMR) is essential for designing effective and equitable climate policies. How cities manage carbon leakage across boundaries through supply chains and implement plan of increasing forest carbon sinks are important components for designing a fair and inclusive CMR. …”
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Factors affecting patient satisfaction during endoscopic procedures by Maryam Ghazala, E-Hinna Rashk, Sardar Saman, Khan Jahangir, Isram Javaria, Hassan Fayyaz

“…Conclusion: This study underscores the importance of addressing waiting times, improving communication and managing patient discomfort to enhance satisfaction with endoscopic procedures. …”
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The role of morphological adaptability in Vibrio cholerae’s motility by Jun Xu, Keigo Abe, Toshio Kodama, Marzia Sultana, Denise Chac, Susan M. Markiewicz, Hideyuki Matsunami, Erika Kuba, Shiyu Tsunoda, Munirul Alam, Ana A. Weil, Shuichi Nakamura, Tetsu Yamashiro

“…These findings offer critical insights into the morphological flexibility of V. cholerae and its potential implications for infection dynamics, paving the way for more effective strategies in managing and preventing cholera outbreaks.…”
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Role of Vitamin D and E as Antioxidants Against Cerebral Endothelial Dysfunction: An In Vivo Study in White Rats (Rattus norvegicus) Sepsis Model by Fauzan Fajri, Sukmawan Fajar, Denny Irmawati Hasan, Herlina Dimiati, Eka Yunita Amna, Nora Sovira, Anidar Anidar, Mulya Safri, Aris Gunawan

“…These findings imply that vitamins D and E may be beneficial in managing sepsis-induced cerebral endothelial dysfunction, potentially impacting the treatment and outcomes of sepsis patients.…”
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Acupoint catgut embedding alleviates experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis by modulating neuroinflammation and potentially inhibiting glia activation through JNK and ERK pathwa... by Xiaofang Liu, Liansheng Yang, Zhumin Su, Xueying Ma, Yingying Liu, Lili Ma, Xiaomeng Ma, Mingxia Ma, Xiaoyun Liu, Kun Zhang, Kun Zhang, Xiaohong Chen

“…BackgroundAcupoint catgut embedding (ACE) is a traditional Chinese medicine technique commonly used for managing various disorders, including chronic inflammatory pain and allergic asthma. …”
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Relationship between sense of coherence and subjective well-being among family caregivers of breast cancer patients: a latent profile analysis by Hui Wang, Yuxia Wu, Xuefang Huang, Haiou Yan

“…Multivariate logistic regression was used to analyze the impact of various factors on the different categories, and ANOVA was applied to compare the SWB among caregivers of different categories.ResultsThree latent profiles of SOC were identified: the “low sense of coherence-meaning group” (7.9%), the “moderate sense of coherence-manageability group” (37.3%), and the “high sense of coherence-optimism group” (54.7%). …”
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Phlorofucofuroeckol-A: A Natural Compound with Potential to Attenuate Inflammatory Diseases Caused by Airborne Fine Dust by Eun-Gyeong Lee, Sung-Kun Yim, Sang-Min Kang, Byung Jae Ahn, Chang-Kwon Kim, Mina Lee, Dongseob Tark, Gun-Hee Lee

“…<i>Conclusions</i>: These results suggested that PFF-A is a potential natural therapeutic candidate for managing FD-induced inflammatory response.…”
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Analysis of ADR reports of cetuximab based on the FDA adverse event reporting system database by Shuai Zhao, Yan Wang, Xiaoli Deng, Xi Chen, Zhaoyi Lu

“…The findings highlight the importance of continuous surveillance to detect and manage AEs effectively, ultimately improving patient safety during treatment with cetuximab.…”
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Prospective Randomized Controlled Study of Hemostatic Efficacy with Kaolin-Impregnated Dressings in Diabetic Foot Ulcers Taking Anticoagulants Undergoing Debridement in an Outpatie... by Yeok Gu Hwang, Jin Woo Lee, Eun Ae Won, Seung Hwan Han

“…The use of kaolin-impregnated gauze appears to be a safe and feasible option in managing bleeding after debridement of diabetic foot ulcers, and merits to patient who had a bleeding tendency is high. …”
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T-bet+ILC3 in peripheral blood is increased in the ankylosing spondylitis with high disease activity by Yang Liu, Yi Shen, Hongbai Ding, Dongyi He, Peng Cheng, Xinyao Wu, Zheng Xiang, Lei Shen, Yanqin Bian, Qi Zhu

“…Conclusions: These findings highlight the critical role of T-bet+ILC3s in the inflammatory process of AS, suggesting their potential as a therapeutic target for managing AS disease.…”
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Early-stage recovery of lithium from spent batteries via CO2-assisted leaching optimized by response surface methodology by Ksenija Milicevic Neumann, Muhammad Ans, Bernd Friedrich

“…Unfortunately, this approach tends to result in the extraction of lithium at the end of a lengthy process chain, leading to associated losses and creating challenges in managing complex waste. This study addresses a cost-effective and environmentally friendly early-stage lithium recovery from the thermally conditioned black mass. …”
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Occupational violence toward mental health professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic: an international study by Rebeca Robles, Cary S. Kogan, María Elena Medina-Mora, María Elena Medina-Mora, José Ángel García-Pacheco, Tahilia J. Rebello, Brigitte Khoury, Maya Kulygina, Geoffrey M. Reed

“…This figure is consistent with the range of OV against MHCPs reported prior to the pandemic and indicates that efforts are needed to prevent and manage OV and its negative emotional consequences among MHCP, particularly in aforementioned high-risk groups during health emergencies, and addressing both proximal and distal environmental factors related to OV toward MHCPs.…”
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Horses are worthy of care: Horse sector participants’ attitudes towards animal sentience, welfare, and well-being by Julie M Fiedler, Margaret L Ayre, Sarah Rosanowski, Josh D Slater

“…Theme two related to a moral obligation believed to exist towards horses because humans manage the horses’ environment and need to consider the impact of their interactions with horses. …”
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Self-trainable and adaptive sensor intelligence for selective data generation by Arghavan Rezvani, Wenjun Huang, Hanning Chen, Yang Ni, Mohsen Imani

“…With the increasing integration of machine learning into IoT devices, managing energy consumption and data transmission has become a critical challenge. …”
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Risk Factors for Perforation in Endoscopic Treatment for Early Colorectal Cancer: A Nationwide ENTER-K Study by Ik Hyun Jo, Hyun Gun Kim, Young-Seok Cho, Hyun Jung Lee, Eun Ran Kim, Yoo Jin Lee, Sung Wook Hwang, Kyeong-Ok Kim, Jun Lee, Hyuk Soon Choi, Yunho Jung, Chang Mo Moon

“…Thirty-three patients (3.4%) experienced perforations, most of which were managed endoscopically (n=23/33, 69.7%). Patients who undergo endoscopic submucosal dissection-hybrid and precut endoscopic mucosal resection have a higher risk of perforation than those who undergo conventional endoscopic mucosal resection (odds ratio, 78.65 and 39.72, p<0.05). …”
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Wae Bobok Tourism Potential: Mapping a Destination in West Manggarai, East Nusa Tenggara by L. K. Herindiyah Kartika Yuni, I Wayan Kartimin

“…This research resulted: in (1) the tourism potential of Wae Bobok as a tourist destination, (2) Wae Bobok has been mapped into natural, cultural, and adventure tourism attractions based on its natural potential and resources. (3) SWOT analysis of Wae Bobok includes strengths; natural, cultural, and artificial attractions, strategic location and accessibility, available supporting facilities, and local products, managed by pokdarwis. Weaknesses; human resources quality, cleanliness, local guides, tour packages, and internet network. …”
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The Use of Specific Non-<i>Saccharomyces</i> Yeasts as Sustainable Biocontrol Solutions Against <i>Botrytis cinerea</i> on Apples and Strawberries by Zukisani Gomomo, Morris Fanadzo, Maxwell Mewa-Ngongang, Boredi Silas Chidi, Justin Wallace Hoff, Marieta van der Rijst, Lucky Mokwena, Mathabatha Evodia Setati, Heinrich Wilbur du Plessis

“…</i> While spoilage is conventionally managed using synthetic chemicals, there is a growing interest in utilising yeasts as biological control agents. …”
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Salivary stimulatory and anti-inflammatory effects of aqueous Lilium brownii var. viridulum Baker extract for Sjögren’s syndrome: in vitro and in vivo studies by Na-Yeon Ha, Haein Jeong, Mun Seog Chang, Jinsung Kim

“…LB extract appears promising for managing oral health by enhancing salivation, upregulating AQP-5, and modulating immune-inflammatory responses.…”
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