Assessing the development of health technology assessment in Iran: a policy analysis using Kingdon’s Multiple streams framework: a qualitative study by Meysam Behzadifar, Saeed Shahabi, Ahad Bakhtiari, Samad Azari, Seyed Jafar Ehsanzadeh, Mohammad Yarahmadi, Masoud Behzadifar

“…Policy entrepreneurs play a crucial role in advocating for HTA and capitalizing on these opportunities. …”
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Tr ansatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership: Consigned to Oblivion or Waiting for a Second Chance? by A. О. Mamedova

“…Although assessments of the new mega bloc’s impact on the U.S. and the EU economies diverged, such a development seems all the more unexpected given that most researchers and politicians advocating the initiative emphasized its geopolitical significance for the West in the face of China’s rise. …”
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Development of the Big Ten Academic Alliance Collaborative for Women in Medicine and Biomedical Science: “We Built the Airplane While Flying It” by Maya S Iyer, Aubrey Moe, Susan Massick, Jessica Davis, Megan Ballinger, Kristy Townsend

“…Given the importance of steady improvements, this viewpoint may further guide the efforts of other individuals, groups, and leadership supporting women+ as they consider approaches and strategies advocating for gender equity at the national level.…”
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Farmer perception of impacts of fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda J.E. Smith) and transferability of its management practices in Uganda by Andrew Kalyebi, Michael H. Otim, Tom Walsh, Wee Tek Tay

“…Conclusions The farmers believe they can manage FAW if they have the appropriate and efficacious chemical insecticides as they are able to correctly apply them and follow recommended procedures. The farmers advocated for an area-wide approach as one of the best alternatives to manage this invasive pest.…”
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Mobile-based in-home telerehabilitation compared with in-hospital face-to-face rehabilitation for elderly patients after total hip arthroplasty in China's level 1 trauma center: a... by Yang Zhou, Yiming Lyu, Qiaojie Wang, Yanhong Ma, Lihua Huang, Xin Zhang, Xin Zhang

“…There was no significant difference in primary and secondary outcome measures between the two groups.ConclusionOur results showed the noninferiority of in-home telerehabilitation and advocated its application as a reliable alternative to in-hospital face-to-face rehabilitation for patients who underwent THA.Clinical Trial Registrationhttps://www.chictr.org.cn/, Chinese Clinical Trial Registry (Number: ChiCTR1900025825).…”
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A workplace-based HIV self-testing intervention as a determinant for self-testing knowledge, beliefs, and use among unskilled workers in Wakiso Uganda by Gerald Mukisa Nsereko, Khamisi Musanje, Eron Robinah Ayesiga, Loyce Kiiza Kobusingye, Rhoda Namubiru, Moses Sempala, Christine Kiwala, Martin Mabunda Baluku

“…Conclusions Efforts should be directed toward advocating for frequent knowledge sharing about self-testing such as this study has provided among unskilled working populations in Uganda. …”
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Quantification of ecosystem services from mangrove silvofishery by E. Sumarga, D. Rosleine, G.B. Hutajulu, R.P. Plaurint, Tsabita ., M. Basyuni, S.H. Larekeng, M.F. Taqiyudin, N.N. Shohihah, H. Ali

“…Two species with significant conservation value were found: the critically endangered Javan Blue-banded Kingfisher (Alcedo euryzona) and the vulnerable Black-capped Kingfisher (Halcyon pileata).CONCLUSION: The results emphasize the importance of advancing and advocating for silvofishery as a primary alternative in Indonesia's mangrove conservation and rehabilitation initiatives, enhancing coastal environmental management. …”
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A cross-sectional study exploring the predictors of herpes zoster vaccination for people aged over 50 years old in Chaoyang district, Beijing by Jiao Zhang, Shuo Zhang, Bin Jia, Yunhua Bai, Zhen Li, Fang Liu, Yingxue Hu, Xiaojing Guo, Jianxin Ma, Shuming Li, Qian Shi

“…It is recommended to enhance the role of medical staff in advocating for vaccination, conduct community-based educational initiatives that focus on varicella, herpes zoster, and related knowledge, and alleviate the financial burden to improve the herpes zoster vaccination coverage.…”
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Improving NGOs’ participation in implementing HIV preventive interventions: a case of adolescents with high-risk behaviors in Iran by Haniye Sadat Sajadi, Laleh Ghadirian, Azadeh Sayarifard, Fatemeh Rajabi, Maryam Nazari, Narges Rostamigooran, Nina Loori, Haniyeh Haji Abolhasan Memar, Mojgan Farshadi, Parvin Afsar Kazerooni, Maryam Sargolzaeemoghaddam, Reza Majdzadeh

“…Tailored strategies were developed, such as the empowerment of NGOs, enhancing public health literacy, modifying the process of identifying eligible NGOs, clarifying key processes for NGOs’ involvement, response to COVID-19, increasing adolescent engagement, advocating for removing the stigma from active NGOs, increasing support for active NGOs, organizing communication networks and collaboration, and strengthening governance arrangements. …”
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Culturally appropriate terminologies in health research: a participatory study with pregnant and breastfeeding mothers in Uganda by Ritah Nakijoba, Adelline Twimukye, Josephine Bayigga, Aida N. Kawuma, Simon Peter Asiimwe, Fredrick Byenume, Jacqueline Kyeyune, Sylvia Nabukenya, Francis Williams Ojara, Francis Williams Ojara, Catriona Waitt, Catriona Waitt

“…The findings offer guidance for future research, advocating for community-driven inclusive language in research involving pregnant and breastfeeding women. …”
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Antithrombotic therapy for a case report of acute myocardial infarction after laparoscopic radical cystectomy by Zilong Wang, Zilong Wang, Zilong Wang, Zilong Wang, Huisheng Yuan, Junhao Chu, Shishuai Duan, Zhihui Zhang, Changze Song, Muwen Wang

“…This finding suggests a potential paradigm shift in the management of antithrombotic therapy for high-risk surgical patients, advocating for a tailored approach rather than the routine discontinuation of such therapy.…”
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Investigating the impact of microbiome-changing interventions on food decision-making: MIFOOD study protocol by Meghedi Vartanian, Konrad Jakob Endres, Yee Teng Lee, Silke Friedrich, Marie-Theres Meemken, Imke Schamarek, Kerstin Rohde-Zimmermann, Robin Schürfeld, Lina Eisenberg, Anja Hilbert, Frauke Beyer, Michael Stumvoll, Julia Sacher, Arno Villringer, Julia F. Christensen, A. Veronica Witte

“…Abstract Background Obesity is a multifactorial disease reaching pandemic proportions with increasing healthcare costs, advocating the development of better prevention and treatment strategies. …”
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Co-creating a person-centered creative engagement intervention for Parkinson's care by Blanca T. M. Spee, Blanca T. M. Spee, Blanca T. M. Spee, Thieme B. Stap, Thieme B. Stap, Marjoke Plijnaer, Gert Pasman, Sara Zeggio, Annelien Duits, Annelien Duits, Julia S. Crone, Suzanne Haeyen, Suzanne Haeyen, Matthew Pelowski, Matthew Pelowski, Bastiaan R. Bloem, Jan-Jurjen Koksma

“…Recognizing their potential, especially in cases where conventional healthcare cannot address the multifaceted impact of conditions such as in Parkinson's disease (PD), our study advocates for an integrative approach in medical practice and neuroscience. …”
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Dual role of ramR mutation in enhancing immune activation and elevating eravacycline resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae by Wei Yu, Peiyao Jia, Xiaobing Chu, Shengjie Li, Xinmiao Jia, Ying Zhu, Xiaoyu Liu, Yingchun Xu, Qiwen Yang

“…The dual impact of these mutations on both antimicrobial resistance and immune activation not only underscores the challenges in treating infections but also advocates for heightened surveillance and innovative strategies to counteract the emerging threat of antimicrobial‐resistant K. pneumoniae.…”
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Unity in diversity: navigating global connections through cultural exchange by Dwi Mariyono, Annis Nur Alifatul Kamila, Akmal Nur Alif Hidayatullah

“…Social implications – The study emphasizes how intercultural understanding and collaboration can enhance social cohesion in multicultural societies. It advocates for celebrating diversity, fostering cultural dialogue and promoting inclusive global policies to build peace and address global issues while maintaining diverse identities. …”
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Identifying Touchpoints for Foreign Tourists in the Customer Journey through 5 A's Approach by Mostafa Esmaeili Mahyari, Mohammad Ghaffari, Hamid Reza Irani, Elham Ebrahimi

“…Additionally, brand advocates active on social media platforms play a critical role in influencing potential tourists' decisions to travel to Iran by sharing their experiences and reacting to negative reviews.…”
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Mechanism of Exogenous Silicon in Enhancing Cold Stress Tolerance in <i>Solanum lycopersicum</i> L. Seedlings: Insights from Resistance and Quality Indicators by Fan Zhang, Yihong Zhao, Yuanbo Zhang, Yu Shi, Leiping Hou, Abid Khan, Ruixing Zhang, Yi Zhang

“…Consequently, the study advocates for the application of 50 mg·L⁻¹ ionic Si fertilizer as a strategy to mitigate the impact of low-temperature stress on tomato plants. …”
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Factors and Reasons Associated with Hesitating to Seek Care for Migraine: Results of the OVERCOME (US) Study by Robert E. Shapiro, Eva Jolanda Muenzel, Robert A. Nicholson, Anthony J. Zagar, Michael L. Reed, Dawn C. Buse, Susan Hutchinson, Sait Ashina, Eric M. Pearlman, Richard B. Lipton

“…Understanding why people hesitate to seek care for migraine may help healthcare professionals and advocates address barriers and improve outcomes. The aim of this study, in a large adult population sample in the United States (US), was to identify factors associated with and reasons for hesitating to seek healthcare for migraine. …”
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Management strategies for the efficient energy production of brackish water desalination to ensure reliability, cost reduction, and sustainability by A. Bdour, A. Hejab, L. Almakhadmeh, M. Hawa

“…It also presents innovative ways to achieve sustainability by emphasizing energy efficiency, integrating renewable energy, and advocating for a holistic water management approach. …”
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Healthcare practitioners as accomplices: a qualitative study of gender affirmation in a context of ambiguous regulation in Indonesia by Benjamin Hegarty, Alegra Wolter, Amalia Puri Handayani, Kevin Marian, Jamee Newland, Dede Oetomo, Ignatius Praptoraharjo, Angela Kelly-Hanku

“…Abstract Background The World Professional Association for Transgender Health guidelines Standards of Care 8 draw on ethical arguments based on individual autonomy, to argue that healthcare and other professionals should be advocates for trans people. Such guidelines presume the presence of medical services for trans people and a degree of consensus on medical ethics. …”
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