Impact of the severity and extension of dental caries lesions on Turkish preschool children’s oral health-related quality of life: a cross-sectional study by Ayça Kurt, Damla Bolat, Ömer Hatipoğlu

“…This study aims to evaluate the relationship between extension of dental caries lesions and OHRQoL in children aged 3–6 years using the Early Childhood Oral Health Impact Scale (ECOHIS). …”
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Molecular Analysis of a Genetic Variants Panel Related to Nutrients and Metabolism: Association with Susceptibility to Gestational Diabetes and Cardiometabolic Risk in Affected Wom... by Marica Franzago, Federica Fraticelli, Antonio Nicolucci, Claudio Celentano, Marco Liberati, Liborio Stuppia, Ester Vitacolonna

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A positive relationship between weight-adjusted waist index and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: a study on US adolescents by Xiaoling Cui, Xiaoling Cui, Yize Huang, Luyang Kang, Lianxiu Han, Weijie Sun, Kexing Han, Yufeng Gao

“…Priority should be given to the male adolescent population aged 16 and above.…”
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Trends in <i>Escherichia coli</i> and <i>Klebsiella pneumoniae</i> Urinary Tract Infections and Antibiotic Resistance over a 5-Year Period in Southeastern Gabon by Yann Mouanga-Ndzime, Cyrille Bisseye, Neil-Michel Longo-Pendy, Michelle Bignoumba, Anicet-Clotaire Dikoumba, Richard Onanga

“…<b>Methods:</b> A total of 3026 urine samples from patients of all ages were analyzed over a period of five years by standard microbiological methods. …”
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Assessing COVID-19 Pandemic-Era Vaccine Uptake and Adherence to Prevention Measures: A Comparative Analysis Among Men and Women Using Lot Quality Assurance Sampling in Central Ugan... by Anguyo RO, Mukama SC, Tasaga C, Bindeeba DS, Senyimba C, Ezajobo S, Nakawesi JS, Mugisa A, Nakubulwa SK, Namitala II E, Aniku G, Katongole SP

“…Data were collected from 19 respondents per SA, focusing on women aged 15– 49 years and men aged 15 years and above. …”
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The effect of combined fig-Walnut syrup on functional constipation in pregnant women: a randomized controlled trial by Roghayyeh Valizadeh, Sakineh Mohammad-Alizadeh-Charandabi, Khadijeh Hajizadeh, Mostafa Araj-Khodaei, Mojgan Mirghafourvand

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Analysis of respiratory pathogen detection in hospitalized children with acute respiratory tract infections after ending the zero COVID policy by Xuena Xu, Yizhu Zhang, Lina Xu, Wujun Jiang, Chuangli Hao

“…After ending the zero COVID policy, the positive rates of RSV, HRV, and HPIV increased most in children aged 0–2 years, with increases by 88.8% (OR: 2.3, 95% CI: 2.2–2.5), 50.0% (OR: 1.6, 95% CI: 1.5–1.7), and 69.6% (OR: 1.8, 95% CI: 1.6-2.0), respectively. …”
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An outline of typology of social relations in the countries of Byzantine civilization in the VII-XIV Centuries by Nerijus Babinskas

“… The main concepts which the author operates in his attempt to describe typologically a type of social relations in the area of Byzantine civilization in the Middle Ages are: an Asiatic mode of production, a slave mode of production, feudalism, and so-called semi-feudalism. …”
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Retrospective analysis of trauma patients transported by dispatch monitored type B ambulances to Dhulikhel Hospital, Kavre, Nepal, 2019–2023 by Maxwell L. Mantych, Shiva Neupane, Machchendra Sapkota, Laura D. Cassidy, Sarah C. Young, Ronald Anguzu, Samjhana Basnet

“…Most patients were male (59%), and nearly half were aged 18–44 (49%). The median total transport time for Dhulikhel Hospital-owned Type B ambulances was 40 min. …”
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Machine Learning for Movement Pattern Changes during Kinect-Based Mixed Reality Exercise Programs in Women with Possible Sarcopenia: Pilot Study by Yunho Sung, Ji-won Seo, Byunggul Lim, Shu Jiang, Xinxing Li, Parivash Jamrasi, So Young Ahn, Seohyun Ahn, Yuseon Kang, Hyejung Shin, Donghyun Kim, Dong Hyun Yoon, Wook Song

“…Methods Older women participants aged ≥65 years who could walk independently were recruited and classified into two groups based on knee extension strength (KES). …”
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The Association of Vitamin D, Nerve Growth Factor (NGF), Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF), and Glial Cell-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (GDNF) with Development in Children by Mia Milanti Dewi, Akhmad Imron, Nelly Amalia Risan, Grace Mediana, Raden Tina Dewi Judistiani, Budi Setiabudiawan

“…The vitamin D, NGF, GDNF, and BDNF levels were measured in stored biological materials from children aged 2–4 years, and their Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ-3) scores were also assessed. …”
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The effect of educational programs on parents’ knowledge, behavior, and practices regarding aluminum phosphide poisoning and its first-aid measures by Mabrouka Attia Ali Nada, Ahmed Kamal Eldin Elsayed Elfeky, Hamida Ahmed Mustafa Darweesh, Farida Khalil Ibrahim Mohamed, Loujain Saud Sharif, Faten Shawky Kandil, Fatma Ahmed Elsobky, Samah Abdallah Mohamed Amer

“…Results This study analyzed 98 cases of acute ALP poisoning, predominantly affecting females (67.3%) aged 16–18 years, with most incidents occurring in summer (51.1%) and rural areas (80.6%). …”
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Measuring serious violence perpetration: comparison of police-recorded and self-reported data in a UK cohort by Rosie Cornish, Alison Teyhan, Kate Tilling, John Macleod, Iain Brennan

“…Police-recorded serious violence was lower at all ages, peaking at 17-18 years (1.7% among males, 0.5% among females). …”
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Soil-transmitted helminth infections and nutritional indices among children (5–9 years) and adolescents (10–12 years) in Calabar, Nigeria by Anok Ukam Usang, Edema Enogiomwan Imalele, Emmanuel Offiong Effanga, Ukoha Kalu Ukoha, Ituna Emini Eleng

“…The prevalence of STHs was greater among males (30.2%) than females (27.7%) and was relatively greater among participants aged 10 years and above (34.8%). All study participants recorded light infection intensities. …”
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Indirect treatment comparison of lanadelumab and a C1-esterase inhibitor in pediatric patients with hereditary angioedema by Maureen Watt, Rachel Goldgrub, Mia Malmenas, Katrin Haeussler

“…Aim: To compare the efficacy and safety of lanadelumab versus other approved long-term prophylaxis (LTP) treatments in patients with pediatric hereditary angioedema (HAE) aged <12 years. Materials & methods: A systematic literature review was conducted to identify studies of LTP in patients with HAE aged <12 years. …”

Use of Garden Design to Enhance Mental Health Among the Selected Health Facilities in Kabale Town: A Case Study of Makanga Health Facility. by Nayebare, Maria

“…According to (de la Motte, 2014, August), “Therapeutic gardens are becoming increasingly popular, particularly in special needs settings such as disability centers, aged care, hospitals, and rehabilitation centers”. …”
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Archaea methanogens are associated with cognitive performance through the shaping of gut microbiota, butyrate and histidine metabolism by Andrea Fumagalli, Anna Castells-Nobau, Dakshat Trivedi, Josep Garre-Olmo, Josep Puig, Rafel Ramos, Lluís Ramió-Torrentà, Vicente Pérez-Brocal, Andrés Moya, Jonathan Swann, Elena Martin-Garcia, Rafael Maldonado, José Manuel Fernández-Real, Jordi Mayneris-Perxachs

“…These findings were replicated in a large-scale validation cohort (Aging Imageomics, n = 942). Functional analyses revealed an enrichment of energy, butyrate, and bile acid metabolism in HMs in both cohorts. …”
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Uptake and hesitancy of the second booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine among the general population in China after the surge period of the COVID-19 pandemic: a large-scale national st... by Xin Liu, You Xin, Ling Zhang, Yijin Wu, Shu Jing, Zhenwei Dai, Tianrui Ren, Xiaoyang Liu, Jiaqi Fu, Xu Chen, Weijun Xiao, Hao Wang, Yiman Huang, Wenjun Wang, Xiaofen Gu, Li Ma, Shaokai Zhang, Yanqin Yu, Li Li, Tianzuo Gao, Tianyou Zhao, Yimin Qu, Xinyan Liu, Xiaoyou Su, Youlin Qiao

“…Conversely, lower hesitancy was observed among students, participants aged 60 and above, those from southern China, and those with higher level of perceived social support. …”
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Attitudes toward healthy nutrition in Germany — results from an online-representative cross-sectional survey by Etienne Hanslian, Etienne Hanslian, Julia Katharina Schiele, Julia Katharina Schiele, Michael Jeitler, Andreas Michalsen, Andreas Michalsen, Manfred Wischnewsky, Manfred Wischnewsky, Maximilian Andreas Storz, Benno Brinkhaus, Miriam Ortiz, Mike R. Sigl, Rasmus Hoffmann, Judith Lehmann, Daniela A. Koppold, Daniela A. Koppold, Daniela A. Koppold, Daniela A. Koppold, Christian S. Keßler, Christian S. Keßler

“…While sociodemographic differences in nutrition have been extensively studied, recent data specific to Germany remains limited.MethodsAn online-representative cross-sectional survey was conducted in 2022 among German-speaking adults aged 18–75 using a Computer Assisted Web Interview (CAWI) format. …”
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Adult HIV/AIDS patients are more likely to experience anxiety symptoms by Zakir Abdu, Wondwossen Belayneh, Aman Dule, Solomon Seyife Alemu, Lema Fikadu Wedajo, Mohammedamin Hajure, Gebremeskel Mulatu Tesfaye, Yadeta Alemayehu Workneh, Wubishet Gezimu, Mustefa Adem Hussen, Bilisumamulifna Tefera, Sadik Habib

“…Factors such as being aged 25 to 40 years, having seen a counselor, HIV disclosure, alcohol use disorders, and perceived high stigma were significantly associated with anxiety in this population. …”
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