Construction and Characterization of Adenovirus Vectors Encoding Aspartate-β-Hydroxylase to Preliminary Application in Immunotherapy of Hepatocellular Carcinoma by Yujiao Zhou, Feifei Liu, Chengmin Li, Guo Shi, Xiaolei Xu, Xue Luo, Yuanling Zhang, Jingjie Fu, Aizhong Zeng, Limin Chen

“…Secondly, bone marrow-derived DCs were infected by Ad-AAH-IRES2-EGFP to yield AAH-DC vaccines. Matured DCs were demonstrated by increased expression of CD11c, CD80, and MHC-II costimulatory molecules. …”
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EVALUATION OF POPULATION-LEVEL IMMUNITY TO SARS-COV-2 ACROSS BULGARIA (END OF 2023) by Kim Ngoc, Iva Trifonova, Teodora Gladnishka, Elitsa Panayotova, Evgenia Taseva, Vladislava Ivanova, Eleonora Kutevа, Iva Vladimirova, Iva Christova

“… Background: The COVID-19 pandemic in Bulgaria was characterized by a high mortality rate and vaccination efforts yielded suboptimal results. Understanding population immunity is important as new SARS-CoV-2 variants continue to emerge. …”
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Caecal Perforation from Primary Intestinal Tuberculosis in Pregnancy by Soe Lwin, Nina Lau Lee Jing, Haris Suharjono, Mardiana binti Kipli, Tin Moe Nwe, Myat San Yi, Lucas Luk Tien Wee

“…The incidence of tuberculosis (TB) is rising worldwide, despite the efficacy of the BCG vaccination. Populations at greatest risk of contracting TB are migrant communities, as well as immunocompromised individuals. …”
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A Case of Fulminant Meningococcemia: It Is All in the Complement by Kellie L. Hawkins, Mariah Hoffman, Sonia Okuyama, Sarah E. Rowan

“…As this new biologic agent becomes more widely prescribed, providers should be aware of the increased risk of meningococcemia. In addition to vaccination, providers may consider the use of oral penicillin for antibiotic prophylaxis against Neisseria meningitidis in these cases of functional complement deficiency.…”
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Different types of control over epidemic processes of pasteurellosis and haemorrhagic septicemia by S. I. Dzhupina

“…Correspondingly, the control over pasteurellosis epidemic process is realized by satisfaction of animal needs by environmental conditions (dry bedding, satisfactory air exchange, time in the open air, etc.) and the control over haemorrhagic cepticemia epidemic process is realized by vaccination of production animals according to epizooto-logical showings and use of repellents and insecticides.…”
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Modeling and analyzing the transmission dynamics of visceral leishmaniasis by Lan Zou, Jing Chen, Shigui Ruan

“…The basic reproduction number and sensitivity analysis show that the control of dog-sandfly transmission is more important for the elimination of the disease. Vaccination of susceptible dogs, treatment of infective dogs, as well as control of vertical transmission in dogs are effective prevention and control measures for visceral leishmaniasis.…”
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Arginase-1-specific T cells target and modulate tumor-associated macrophages by Mads Hald Andersen, Inés Lecoq, Ayako Wakatsuki Pedersen, Evelina Martinenaite, Shamaila Munir Ahmad, Maria Perez-Penco, Lucia Lara de la Torre, Marion Chapellier, Lars Rønn Olsen, Mia Aaboe-Jørgensen, Hannah Jorinde Glöckner, Anne Mette Askehøj Rømer

“…Tumor-conditioned media (TCM) derived from Arg1-vaccinated mice induced significantly higher upregulation of MHC-II on exposed myeloid cells compared with controls. …”
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Acceptability and Implementation Challenges of Benzathine Penicillin G Secondary Prophylaxis for Rheumatic Heart Disease in Ethiopia: A Qualitative Study by Eshetie Melese Birru, Kevin T. Batty, Laurens Manning, Stephanie L. Enkel, Brioni R. Moore

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Faktor Risiko yang Berhubungan dengan Kejadian Pneumonia pada Balita di Kelurahan Air Tawar Barat Padang by Yulia Efni, Rizanda Machmud, Dian Pertiwi

“…</em><em>5%), exposure to cigarette smoke (</em><em>74.1</em><em>%), a history of low birth weight (</em><em>3.7</em><em>%), did not get measles </em><em>vaccinations</em><em> (40</em><em>.</em><em>7%) and malnutrition (25</em><em>.…”
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On application of optimal control to SEIR normalized models: Pros and cons by Maria do Rosário de Pinho, Filipa Nunes Nogueira

“…We use optimal control to control by vaccination the spread of a generic infectious disease described by a normalized model with $L^1$ cost. …”
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Diagnosis and Management of Bacterial Meningitis in the Paediatric Population: A Review by Catherine L. Tacon, Oliver Flower

“…Over recent decades new vaccines have led to a change in epidemiology of the disease; however, it remains a condition that requires a high index of suspicion, prompt diagnosis, and early management in the emergency department. …”
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South African Rheumatism and Arthritis Association 2024 guidelines for the management of axial spondyloarthritis by A B Maharaj, R Benitha, K Makan, R du Toit, D Haasbroek, C Balton, P Govender, M van Dam, F Paruk, B Hodkinson

“…Screening for comorbidities and vaccination is advised. …”
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KLRB1 expression in nasopharyngeal mucosa as a prognostic biomarker in COVID-19 patients by Marilina García-Aranda, María Ángeles Onieva, Desirée Martín-García, Raúl Quirós, Inmaculada López, María Padilla-Ruiz, Teresa Téllez, Beatriz Martínez-Gálvez, María Luisa Hortas, Alberto García-Galindo, José González-Gomariz, Rubén Armañanzas, Francisco Rivas-Ruiz, Alfonso Serrano, Isabel Barragán-Mallofret, Maximino Redondo

“…While univariate analysis identified a significant association between KLRB1 expression and vaccination status (p < 0.05), only low KLRB1 expression (OR 1.135, 95% CI: 1.0-1.280), and age (OR 1.033, 95% CI: 1.006–1.061) were confirmed as independent risk factors for ICU admission or death, regardless of other studied variables such as comorbidities, vaccination status, or smoking habits. …”
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Choosing the most suitable NGS technology to combine with a standardized viral enrichment protocol for obtaining complete avian orthoreovirus genomes from metagenomic samples by Sonsiray Álvarez-Narváez, Sonsiray Álvarez-Narváez, Telvin L. Harrell, Islam Nour, Sujit K. Mohanty, Steven J. Conrad

“…Currently available commercial vaccines are ineffective against new ARV variants and ARV outbreaks are increasing worldwide, requiring whole genome sequencing (WGS) to characterize strains that evade vaccines. …”
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A persona-based exploration of rabies post-exposure prophylaxis seeking behavior and its implication for communication strategic planning: Evidence from Thailand by Jitjayang Yamabhai, Patoo Cusripituck, Teerawan Mingbualuang, Nareerat Sangkachai, Wimwiga Sakchainanon, Chanatda Tungwongjulaniam, Onphirul Yurachai, Ratana Theerawat, Anuwat Wiratsudakul

“…Individuals classified within the positive trend strongly advocate for seeking rabies vaccines in the event of a dog bite. Meanwhile, individuals who have a neutral inclination are more likely to contemplate getting vaccinated following a dog bite, particularly if the injury is substantial. …”
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Demographic and Clinical Presentation of Hospitalised Patients with SARS-CoV-2 During the First Omicron Wave by Mehool Patel, Elizabeth Aitken

“…It has determined socio-demographic factors associated with these presentations, including ethnicity and vaccination rates. The study provides useful information for future COVID-19 studies examining outcomes and presentations of Omicron and future COVID-19 variants.…”
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Enhancing epidemic preparedness: a data-driven system for managing respiratory infections by Moslem Sarani, Katayoun Jahangiri, Manoochehr Karami, Mohammadreza Honarvar

“…Results Key data categories include individual-level variables, such as age, symptoms, and vaccination records, alongside population-level metrics like infection rates and regional vaccination coverage enabling functionalities such as identifying high-risk individuals, tracking infection dynamics, and optimizing resource allocation. …”
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Sequelae of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) Infection among Kidney Transplant Recipients: A Large Single-Center Experience by Emily E. Zona, Mina L. Gibes, Asha S. Jain, Juan S. Danobeitia, Jacqueline Garonzik-Wang, Jeannina A. Smith, Didier A. Mandelbrot, Sandesh Parajuli

“…Hospitalization due to COVID-19-associated symptoms is associated with increased mortality. Vaccination is a protective factor against hospitalization and mortality.…”
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Biopolitical Strategies in Media Discourses: Responses to the COVID-19 Pandemic in Russia, Germany, and France by N. K. Radina, Yu. V. Balakina, K. V. Bannikov

“…Despite these differences, there were shared themes across all three countries, such as the emphasis on the importance of vaccination and the portrayal of government measures as necessary for public safety.…”
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Costs and Resource Use Among Patients with Cervical Cancer, Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia, and Genital Warts in Algeria by Ali-Chakib Bennacef, Aomar Ammar Khodja, Fadl Allah Abou-Bekr, Tidiane Ndao, Ryan Holl, Goran Benčina

“…**Background:** Cervical cancer rates in North Africa have risen in the last 10 years, suggesting that this region might benefit from cervical cancer screening and HPV vaccination programs. To assess the potential benefits of cervical cancer screening and HPV vaccination in North African countries, country-specific data on the prevalence and burden of HPV-related conditions are needed. …”
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