Influence of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Quality of Life of Patients with Parkinson’s Disease by Dengjun Guo, Bing Han, Yuqiang Lu, Chenling Lv, Xiaoling Fang, Zhenzhong Zhang, Zhenguo Liu, Xiaoping Wang

“…We conducted a questionnaire survey involving 113 patients with PD from Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang. During the epidemic prevention and control period (February 1 to March 31, 2020), patients enrolled were asked to fill out questionnaires, including the “COVID-19 Questionnaire for PD Patients during the Period of Epidemic Prevention and Control” and “39-item Parkinson’s Disease Questionnaire (PDQ-39).” …”
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Determinants of Demoralization Syndrome and Social Support Among Patients with Breast Cancer: A Cross-Sectional Study by Yang L, Song LX, Zhang L, Yang Y, Zhang YM

“…Li Yang,1,2 Ling-Xia Song,1 Lin Zhang,1,2 Yan Yang,1 Yong-Mei Zhang1 1Department of Nursing, The Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, 563000, People’s Republic of China; 2Department of General Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, 563000, People’s Republic of ChinaCorrespondence: Yong-Mei Zhang, Department of Nursing, The Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, No. 149, Dalian Road, Huichuan District, Zuny, GuiZhou, People’s Republic of China, Tel +86 15185210524, Fax +86 851-28608909, Email 583726149@qq.comObjective: This study aimed to assess the determinants of demoralization syndrome among patients with breast cancer (BC) in the southwestern region of China.Methods: This investigation constituted a single-center cross-sectional study in which 176 patients with BC were surveyed through a questionnaire covering the current status of demoralization syndrome and social support.Results: Majority of patients with BC developed moderate-to-severe levels of demoralization. …”
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Alteration in Oxidative Stress Enzymes and Proteins by Datura metel Stramonium Hydroethanolic Root Extract Promotes Hippocampus and Cerebral Cortex Neurons Damage in Adult Sprague... by oboma YI, Eberechukwu GC

“…Yibala Ibor oboma,1,2 God’sman C Eberechukwu1,3 1Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Health Sciences, Niger Delta University Wilberforce Island Bayelsa State, Amassoma, Nigeria; 2Department of Medical Laboratory Science, School of Allied Health Sciences, Kampala International University, Ishaka Municipal, Uganda; 3Department of Histopathology and Cytopathology, Faculty of Medical Laboratory Science, Federal University, Otuoke, Bayelsa State, NigeriaCorrespondence: Yibala Ibor oboma, Department of Medical Laboratory Science, School of Allied Health Sciences, Kampala International University, Western Campus, Bushenyi District, Ishaka Municipal, Uganda, Tel +256740059020, Email yibaaoboma@kiu.ac.ugBackground: Datura metel is reported to induce hallucinations and mental disorders.Objective: This study investigates the neurotoxic effects of Datura metel stramonium hydroethanolic root extract on the hippocampus and cerebral cortex of adult rats using biochemical, histological and immunohistochemical techniques.Methodology: Twenty five adult rats were assigned to 5 groups (n = 5 each). …”
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A Bibliometric Analysis of Macrophage Research Associated with Periodontitis Over the Past Two Decades by Yu Qiu, Zhenzhen Ding, Deqin Yang

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Intravitreal Melphalan for Vitreous Seeds: Initial Experience in China by Xunda Ji, Peiyan Hua, Jing Li, Jiakai Li, Junyang Zhao, Peiquan Zhao

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Adaptation of Anopheles Vectors to Anthropogenic Malaria-Associated Rubber Plantations and Indoor Residual Spraying: Establishing Population Dynamics and Insecticide Susceptibility by Suntorn Pimnon, Adisak Bhumiratana

“…Using human landing catch collections at a house protected by indoor residual spraying (IRS), the periodic assessment of species composition, abundance, and blood-feeding behaviors was done in pre-IRS, during IRS, and post-IRS at 3, 6, and 12 months in a malaria-associated rubber plantation (MRP) ecotope of the Bo Rai district, Trat Province, Thailand, after malaria outbreak occurred. …”
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Successful Treatment of Large Left Ventricular Thrombosis During Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO): A Case Report and Review of the Literature by Xue‐ting Yang, Yi‐jin Chen, Han Zeng, Lei Deng, Li Chang, Yi Li, Meng‐long Song, Yang Zhang, Wei Peng, Dong Wang, Hua Jiang, Hong‐qiong Peng

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Variability and Performance Evaluation of Released Linseed Varieties for Yield and Related Traits in South Gondar Zone, Ethiopia by Kassahun Amare, Getaneh Abebe

“…The main objective of this research was to evaluate the performance of improved linseed varieties and their genetic variability for seed yield and related traits in the Lay Gayint district, South Gondar zone, Ethiopia. The experiment was conducted following a randomized complete block design with three replications, and nine released varieties and one local linseed variety were assessed in the study. …”
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Seroprevalence and Risk Factors of Toxoplasma gondii Infection among Domestic Ruminants in East Hararghe Zone of Oromia Region, Ethiopia by Berhanu Tilahun, Yacob Hailu Tolossa, Getachew Tilahun, Hagos Ashenafi, Shihun Shimelis

“…The seroprevalence in sheep, goats, cattle, and camels was 33.7%, 27.6%, 10.7%, and 14.4%, respectively. District, species, sex, age, and water source were identified as risk factors for T. gondii infection. …”
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Level of Pollution of Water from River Rwabakazi Indicated by Metal Ions and Suspended Solids Concentrations. by Habimana, Michael

“…In this study. we report the selected physicochemical parameters of waters of Rwabakazi River and how they varied in the selected study area in kabale district. Globally. 2.l billion people lack access to safely managed drinking water services (WHO/UNICEF. 20I7). …”
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Design and Prototyping of a Pineapple Juice Extraction Machine. by Kyazze, Sulaiman

“…Basically, the essence of this report is to design and develop a machine from available resources capable of extracting at least 60 liters of pineapple juice per hour, specifically for local fames in Nyamukana village, Ntungamo district. The pineapple juice extraction machine was constructed to assist these farmers in processing their pineapples after harvesting following challenges they face like poor handling methods viz, use of hands and manual extractors to squeeze juice and inadequate space for storage of the harvested fruits. …”
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Urban Development and Business Growth: A Case Study of Kabale Municipality. by Natukwatsa, Doreen

“…The forward conditions of urbanization can be analyzed through market availability that will help to make businesses sell their produce and therefore governments need to focus on creating an environment that supports market availability for businesses to grow in Kabale district. The study recommends that businesses in Uganda should invest much in advertisement and producing quality goods to promote their market availability in their businesses. …”
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Examining the Impact of Domestic Violence on Students' Performance in Selected Secondary Schools of Buyanja Sub-County Rukungiri. by Kansiime, Mackline

“…The study examined the impact of domestic violence on students' performance in selected secondary schools of the Buyanja sub-county Rukungiri district. The objectives of the study were; to assess the forms of Domestic Violence in Buyanja Sub-county Rukungiri, to examine the causes of Domestic Violence in Buyanja Sub-county Rukungiri, and to assess the effects of domestic violence on students' performance in Buyanja Sub-county Rukungiri. …”
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Examining the Application of Information and Communication Technology in Records Management at Kabale Regional Referral Hospital. by Kyoshabire, Fortunate

“…The study was to examine the application of ICT in records management at Kabale Regional Referral Hospital in Kabale District. It was guided by specific objectives which were to find out the types of ICTs‟ used in records management, the challenges of using ICT in records management for enhanced service delivery, and the possible strategies that can curb the challenges of applying ICT in records management at Kabale Regional Referral Hospital. …”
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Records Management Practices and Business Sustainability of Small-Scale Business: A Case Study of Kindly Services. by Ainebyoona, Ritah

“…This study was focused on records management practices and business sustainability of small-scale businesses in the Rukiga district. The study employed cross sectional survey design across respondents of Kindly Service. …”
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Modeling Concrete Compressive Strength Variation with Age Using Origin Pro Software. by Nabaweesi, Alice

“…These were taken from compressive strength data for the concrete cast for the upgrading to paved standard of 9.5km of roads, reconstruction of 6.72km of roads including signalization of junctions and channelization of 3.9km of drainages in Lubaga, Kawempe, Makindye Division, and Wakiso district, a project by the Korea Consultants International as the Consultant, China Communications Construction Company as the Contractor and KCCA as the client. …”
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An analysis of heavy metals contamination and estimating the daily intakes of vegetables from Uganda by Keneth Iceland, Kasozi, Eric, Oloya Otim

“…Methods: This was a cross-sectional study conducted in five georeferenced markets of Bushenyi district in January 2020. Amaranthus, cabbages, scarlet eggplants, and tomatoes were collected from open markets, processed, and analyzed by atomic absorption spectrometry. …”
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Agricultural innovation characteristics and their utilization: A case of National Agricultural Research Organization by Alex, Barekye

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Neuroprotective role of epigallocatechin-3-gallate, albeginin and melanoxetin in alzheimer's disease by Arif Malik, Mehreen Hassan, Sulayman Waquar, Muhammad Wasim, Anam Naz, Faryal M. Awan, Muhammad T. Khan, Ali I. Khawaja, Sumera Zaib, Jamshed Iqbal, Ayesha Zahid, Marvi Marvi, Javeid Iqbal, Heng Wang, Dong-Qing Wei

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The age and genetics of individual larches in four rural parks and at the Järvselja Educational and Experimental Forest Centre in Estonia by Sander Heldur, Pâques Luc E.

“…The article investigates the historical presence and current status of larch trees within the parks of five former manors in South Estonia: Kastre and its Peravalla forest district (now Järvselja Educational and Experimental Forest Centre), Mäksa, Kabina and Mõniste. …”
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