Association of composite dietary antioxidant index with circadian syndrome: evidence from NHANES by Chen Chen, Chenyu Zhao, Hongyu Jin, Zhiping Jiang, Wei Wang, Wen-Yang Li

“…This study aimed to investigate the potential association between CDAI and CircS.MethodsCross-sectional analyses were based on the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2005–2018. …”
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Systemic hypotension and low perfusion pressure as risk factors for primary open-angle glaucoma progression by O.S. Myakonkaya, A.S. Sarkisyan, A.V. Seleznev, A.V. Kuroyedov, A.Yu. Brezhnev

“…Fyodorov Eye Microsurgery Federal State Institution, Volgograd, Russian Federation </p> <p> ²Ivanovo State Medical Academy, Ivanovo, Russian Federation </p> <p> ³Mandryka Central Military Clinical Hospital, Moscow, Russian Federation </p> <p> ⁴Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University, Moscow, Russian Federation </p> <p> ⁵Kursk State Medical University, Kursk, Russian Federation </p> <p> Glaucoma progression is still a relevant issue in up-to-date ophthalmology. …”
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Characteristics of adherent and non-adherent patients with hypertension in a Norwegian cross-sectional study by Eirik Olsen, Lene V. Halvorsen, Stine Rognstad, Arleen Aune, Karl Marius Brobak, Ola Undrum Bergland, Vibeke N. Kjær, Knut Liestøl, Marit D. Solbu, Rune Mo, Eva Gerdts, Morten Rostrup, Sverre E. Kjeldsen, Aud Høieggen, Mimi S. Opdal, Anne Cecilie K. Larstorp, Camilla L. Søraas

“…Methods: Patients with hypertension using ≥ 2 antihypertensive agents were invited to participate in this national study performed in a semi-blinded fashion. …”
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Parametric modeling of under-5 children survival among 30 African countries: Lognormal accelerated failure time gamma shared frailty model. by Bikis Liyew, Kemal Tesfa, Kassaye Demeke Altaye, Abeje Diress Gelaw, Alemu Teshale Bicha, Ayanaw Guade Mamo, Kassaw Chekole Adane

“…This study employed a multivariable lognormal accelerated failure time gamma shared frailty parametric survival regression analysis to identify the predictors of time-to-death among under-five children in these African nations.<h4>Result</h4>The overall under-five child mortality rate in Africa was 37.55 per 1,000 live births (95% CI: 37.35, 37.74. …”
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Prevalence of soil-transmitted helminths infection and associated risk factors among residents of Jigjiga town, Somali region, Eastern Ethiopia. by Abdlmenur Alewi Sedo, Ahmed Zeynudin, Tariku Belay, Mekdes Mekonen Belay, Ahmed Mohammed Ibrahim, Mohamed Omar Osman, Ramadan Budul Yusuf, Abdifatah Abdulahi

“…In tropical and subtropical nations, where poor sanitation and contaminated water sources are common, they mostly impact the most vulnerable populations.…”
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Unraveling the immunological landscape and gut microbiome in sepsis: a comprehensive approach to diagnosis and prognosisResearch in context by Yali Luo, Jian Gao, Xinliang Su, Helian Li, Yingcen Li, Wenhao Qi, Xuling Han, Jingxuan Han, Yiran Zhao, Alin Zhang, Yan Zheng, Feng Qian, Hongyu He

“…Funding: This project was supported by the National Key R&D Program of China (2023YFC2307600, 2021YFA1301000), Shanghai Municipal Science and Technology Major Project (2023SHZDZX02, 2017SHZDZX01), Shanghai Municipal Technology Standards Project (23DZ2202600).…”
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Increasing vulnerability of an endemic Mediterranean-climate conifer to changing climate and fire regime by Frank W. Davis, Anne-Marie Parkinson, Max A. Moritz, Max A. Moritz, Isaac W. Park, Carla M. D’Antonio

“…Our analysis contributes several important new insights: (1) topoclimatic habitat for BDF could shrink by 19–57% by mid-century, especially for southernmost populations; (2) by mid-century, wildfire probability could increase 2–4 fold in BDF habitat, potentially diminishing the value of mid-to-high elevation sites as topoclimatic refugia; (3) CLO could play a diminishing role in providing refuge from severe wildfires as soon as mid-century but especially by end-of-century; (4) extensive areas of stable mid-century and late-century habitat are confined to national forests in the San Gabriel Mountains and Transverse Ranges. …”
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Mixed Comparative Evaluation of a Training Program Dedicated to Cystic Fibrosis Reference Centers: Protocol for the Pilot Implementation of Shared Decision-Making in the Treatment... by Nora Moumjid, Constance Gotte, Sophie Hommey, Stéphanie Poupon Bourdy, Julie Haesebaert, Isabelle Durieu, Quitterie Reynaud

“…SDM could thus be used in routine clinical practice in CFRCs at the national level. Trial RegistrationClinicalTrials.gov NCT04891159; https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT04891159?…”
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Optimal aspiration pressure of suction pump for oocyte retrieval in infertile patients undergoing in vitro fertilization. by Sung Woo Kim, Hye Yun Kim, Ji Yeon Han, Hoon Kim, Seung-Yup Ku

“…<h4>Methods and findings</h4>This retrospective study analyzed data from 891 women at Seoul National University Hospital between May 2018 and August 2023. …”
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Facilitators and barriers to Tuberculosis case notification among private health facilities in Kampala Capital City, Uganda. by Veronica Kembabazi, Julius Ssentongo, Elizeus Rutebemberwa

“…<h4>Introduction</h4>Private Health Facilities (PHFs), Uganda's main healthcare providers, are indispensable stakeholders in the national tuberculosis (TB) program's efforts to improve TB case notification and combat the epidemic. …”
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The impact of precipitation, temperature, and soil moisture on wheat yield gap quantification: evidence from Morocco by Lahcen Ousayd, Terence Epule Epule, Salwa Belaqziz, Victor Ongoma, Abdelhakim Amazirh, Abdelghani Chehbouni

“…Abstract Background Climate change has devastating impacts on agriculture, increasing the yield gap for most crops, especially in developing nations. This is likely to worsen food insecurity in some countries, calling for efforts to close the yield gap as much as possible. …”
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Antenatal pelvic floor muscle exercise intervention led by midwives in England to reduce postnatal urinary incontinence: APPEAL feasibility and pilot randomised controlled cluster... by Karla Hemming, Jonathan Bishop, Sarah Dean, Jean Hay-Smith, Tim Coleman, Elizabeth Edwards, Christine MacArthur, Debra Bick, Mark Pearson, Rohini Terry, Eivor Oborn, Sara Webb, Eleni Gkini, Victoria Salmon, Ellie Jones, Helena Frawley

“…Recent changes to the National Health Service perinatal pelvic healthcare means a full trial is not possible.Trial registration number ISRCTN10833250.…”
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Impact of education and training on LGBT-specific health issues for healthcare students and professionals: a systematic review of comparative studies by Kate Jolly, Ameeta Retzer, Sarah Damery, Nicola Kay Gale, Adekemi Oluwayemisi Sekoni, Ifeoma Okafor, Bibiane Manga-Atangana, Rachel Posaner

“…Data were extracted by one reviewer and checked by a second (population, training content, development, delivery, duration/intensity and outcomes). The National Institutes of Health tool for controlled intervention studies assessed study quality. …”
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Power-sharing and Identity-Politics Transformation in Zanzibar, Tanzania by Moh'd Haji

“…In 2010, Zanzibar inters in the negotiation to solve the political problem that marred the island for a long time. The Government of National Unity (GNU) which involves the sharing of power between the first and second winners was agreed upon as the structure of the leadership style of Zanzibar. …”
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Breastfeeding support as predictors of sustainable breastfeeding practices of nursing mothers with common mental disorders in tertiary hospital nurseries in Nigeria: a cross sectio... by Michael Abel Alao, Olayinka Rasheed Ibrahim, Sakiru Abiodun Yekinni, Sikirat Adetoun Sotimehin, Udochukwu Michael Diala, Datonye Christopher Briggs, Aishatu Zaidu Musa, Zainab Oluwatosin Imam, Esther Oluwatoyin Famutimi, Adedeji Abiodun Idris, Adaeze C. Ayuk, Kenechukwu Kosisochukwu Iloh, Chioma Laura Odimegwu, Ayomide Toluwanimi Adeyemi, Patricia F. Medupin, Yetunde C. Adeniyi, Kenechi Ogbodo Nnamani, Olukemi Oluwatoyin Tongo

“…This study aimed to determine the breastfeeding support provided to mothers whose infants were hospitalised in Nigerian tertiary hospital nurseries and the prevalence of common mental health disorders among this population. Methods This was a national cross-sectional study involving mothers of hospitalised infants from eleven Nigerian tertiary hospitals between May and August 2022. …”
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Cardiometabolic index as a predictor of gallstone incidence in U.S. adults: insights from NHANES 2017–2020 by Ji Li, Shou-jun Bai

“…Methods This study utilized data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey(NHANES)(2017–2020) to assess the association between CMI and GSD, adjusting for confounders such as age, sex, race, chronic diseases, and lifestyle factors. …”
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African animal trypanocide resistance: A systematic review and meta-analysis by Keneth Iceland, Kasozi, Ewan, Thomas MacLeod, Susan, Christina Welburn

“…Conclusion: AATr is a threat that requires a shift in the current disease control strategies in most developing nations due to inter-species transmission. Multi- drug cross-resistance against the only accessible trypanocides is a major publichealth risk, justifying the need to revise the policy in developing countries to promote control of African trypanosomiasis…”
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Adherence to Viral Load Testing Guidelines, Barriers, and Associated Factors Among Persons Living with HIV on ART in Southwestern Uganda: a Mixed-Methods Study. by Lubega, Polly, Nalugya, Sylivia Juliet, Kimuli, Angella Namyalo, Twinokusiima, Majoreen, Khasalamwa, Mercy, Kyomugisa, Richard, Kabami, Jane, Owaraganise, Asiphas

“…This study determined the adherence to national guidelines on VL testing, barriers, and associated factors in persons living with HIV (PLHIV) on ART in southwestern Uganda. …”
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Assessing the Effects of Tourism Activities on the Preservation of Cultural Heritage Among Communities of Rubanda DistrictUganda. by Ahabwe, John Brighton

“…The found out that Rubanda District is near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, which is famous for gorilla trekking. …”
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Role of ICT in Teaching and Learning Integrated Science in Primary Schools in Central Division Kabale Municipality. by Tumukurate, Dickson

“…The study findings on the effect of teaching and learning on students' discipline showed that teaching and learning have shaped the values of the students as reported by 15%, enhanced the sense of responsibility 16%, improved respect for authority by 17%, has led to community engagement 14%, it has improved cohesion among students 14%, it has also motivated students through national pride 08% and 17% reported that teaching and learning has improved behavioral change. …”
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