The need for novel influenza vaccines in low- and middle-income countries: A narrative review by Julia R. Spinardi, Karan B. Thakkar, Verna L. Welch, Oladayo Jagun, Moe H. Kyaw

“…Although influenza vaccines are effective in reducing the annual influenza disease burden, existing vaccines have several limitations. In this narrative review, we address the unmet needs of existing influenza vaccines in LMICs in Africa, Asia Pacific, Latin America and the Middle East and discuss the characteristics of novel vaccines in clinical development. …”
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Developments and clinical experiences in collagenase chemonucleolysis for lumbar disc herniation: a narrative review by Hao Zhang, Chi Zhang, Lin Li, Ming-liang Hu, Jian-ning Zhao, Zhang Zheng, Wen-feng Ding

“…Lumbar disc herniation (LDH) affects millions globally, with annual healthcare costs exceeding $100 billion in the United States alone, driving increasing interest in minimally invasive radiological interventions as treatment alternatives. This narrative review examines developments in collagenase chemonucleolysis for LDH, integrating a literature analysis with clinical experience. …”
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A narrative review of exercise intervention mechanisms for post-traumatic stress disorder in veterans by Fang Zhao, Chuchen Liu, Zhiyi Lin

“…This study provides insight into existing research on PTSD in veterans through a narrative review. Exercise was found to reduce PTSD symptoms in veterans at both psychological and physiological levels, which in turn inhibits their suicidal tendencies. …”
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The putative role of immune-inflammatory mechanisms in nociplastic pain pathways: a narrative review by Mariateresa Giglio, Alberto Corriero, Angela Preziosa, Giustino Varrassi, Filomena Puntillo

“…Its pathogenesis is still poorly understood, even if a mounting body of evidence suggests a pivotal role in inflammation and immunity, which may be triggered by an infection and/or a trauma. This narrative review aims to summarise the current knowledge about the interplay of the immune system and nociplastic pathways activation and amplification. …”
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Genetic and epigenetic alterations in night shift nurses with breast cancer: a narrative review by Xia Li, Yingyu Hu, Fatemeh Aslanbeigi

“…Abstract This narrative review explores the link between breast cancer and night shift work in nurses, focusing on genetic and epigenetic factors. …”
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A clinical narrative corpus on nut allergy: annotation schema, guidelines and use case by Ana González-Moreno, Alberto Ramos-González, Israel González-Carrasco, M. Dolores Alonso Díaz de Durana, Beatriz Sellers Gutiérrez-Argumosa, Alicia Moncada Salinero, Ana Belén Pastor-Magro, Beatriz González-Piñeiro, Miguel A. Tejedor-Alonso, Paloma Martínez

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The Current Consideration, Approach, and Management in Postcesarean Delivery Pain Control: A Narrative Review by L. Sangkum, T. Thamjamrassri, V. Arnuntasupakul, T. Chalacheewa

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Who is to blame for the ‘problem’ of teenage pregnancy? Narratives of blame in two South African communities by Zoe Duby, Brittany Bunce, Chantal Fowler, Kate Bergh, Kim Jonas, Nevilene Slingers, Catherine Mathews, Fareed Abdullah

“…Policies and programmes should focus on both providing sufficient support to AGYW, while also addressing structural factors and harmful narratives and thus create the conditions necessary to enable AGYW to enact safe, informed, agentic and responsible decisions and behaviours about their own sexual and reproductive health.…”
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THE AUTHOR’S EXPLICIT PRESENCE IN A NARRATIVE TEXT: THE AUTHOR’S OPINION ABOUT THE CONTEMPORARY WORLD by O. S. Fedotova

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Photodynamic Antimicrobial Chemotherapy for Root Canal System Asepsis: A Narrative Literature Review by P. Diogo, T. Gonçalves, P. Palma, J. M. Santos

“…Methodology. A comprehensive narrative literature review was performed to compare PDT effect with sodium hypochlorite as the comparative classical irrigant. …”
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Psychological empowerment after presbyopia correction: A narrative from Zanzibari women and men by Christine Graham, Omar Juma Othman, Adam Ali, Eden Mashayo, Ronnie Graham, Fatma Omar, Ving Fai Chan

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Digital therapeutics in Korea: current status, challenges, and future directions – a narrative review by Hee Jun Shin, Ik Tae Cho, Wan Suk Choi, Hong Rae Kim, Min Bong Kang, Won Jong Yang

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Eco-translatology: A study on the English Translation of Gayo’s Narrative "The Legend of the Origin of Depik" by Susidamaiyanti, Meisuri, I Wy. Dirgeyasa, Kartina Ramadhani, Rafita Tioria Sianipar

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Indonesian tertiary EFL students’ problems in paraphrasing journal articles: a narrative inquiry by Qonita Irfayani, Chubbi Millatina Rokhuma

“…To achieve the study objectives, the researchers utilized a narrative inquiry design with two semi-structured interviews. …”
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A Critical Analysis of the Book New Criticism of Story, Novel and Narrative in Arabic Literature by Payman Salehi

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SPIRITUALITY AND CONTINGENCY IN NARRATIVE BIOGRAPHICAL INTERVIEWS WITH PRIMARY SCHOOL LEADERS OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS IN THE NETHERLANDS by J. Copier, C.A.M. Hermans, T. Van der Zee

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Biodegradable nanocellulose reinforced biocomposites for food packaging – a narrative review and future perspective by Sadhana Jadaun, Usha Sharma, Ringshangphi Khapudang, Saleem Siddiqui

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Overview of female healthcare providers’ outlooks on cervical cancer screening: a narrative review by Wubishet Gezimu, Ababo Demeke, Firomsa Bekele, Solomon Seyife Alemu, Lema Fikadu, Addisalem Workie Demsash, Geleta Nenko Dube, Gemeda Wakgari Kitil, Elias Ezo

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Accessing medical records for research in South African public hospitals: a reflective narrative by Daphney Nozizwe Conco, Boitumelo Komane, Emelda Boikanyo, Zinhle Khadija Maneli, Mothupi Boikanyo, Sharon Fonn

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Corrigendum: Relationship between vitamin D deficiency and gestational diabetes: a narrative review by Caiqiong Lin, Haiwei Liu

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