Unraveling the interconnectedness between physician burnout and symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress: a network analysis among Chinese psychiatrists by Song Wang, Song Wang, Mengyue Gu, Mengyue Gu, Shujing Zhang, Jingyang Gu, Jingyang Gu, Yudong Shi, Yudong Shi, Yating Yang, Yating Yang, Ling Zhang, Ling Zhang, Mengdie Li, Mengdie Li, Lei Xia, Lei Xia, Feng Jiang, Feng Jiang, Feng Jiang, Feng Jiang, Huanzhong Liu, Huanzhong Liu, Huanzhong Liu, Yi-lang Tang, Yi-lang Tang

“…BackgroundThe COVID-19 pandemic significantly increased the levels of burnout and symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress among healthcare professionals. However, research on the interrelations between burnout and psychological symptoms is scarce, particularly among psychiatrists. …”
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Lifetime history of concussion among children and adolescents with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder: examining differences stratified by age, medication status, and parent-... by Julia E. Maietta, Julia E. Maietta, Julia E. Maietta, Grant L. Iverson, Grant L. Iverson, Grant L. Iverson, Grant L. Iverson, Nathan E. Cook, Nathan E. Cook, Nathan E. Cook, Nathan E. Cook

“…Lifetime history of concussion, current ADHD diagnosed by a healthcare provider, and, for those with current ADHD, ADHD severity (mild or moderate/severe), and current ADHD medication status (yes/no) were reported by parents. …”
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Not just about pills: Findings from a national survey of pharmacists to understand their views on addressing social determinants of health by Katherine A. Meehan, Austin R. Waters, Mary Wangen, Olufeyisayo O. Odebunmi, Renée M Ferrari, Macary W. Marciniak, Alison T. Brenner, Stephanie B. Wheeler, Parth D. Shah

“…Methods: From 9/2022—1/2023, we conducted a national, online survey of 578 pharmacists to evaluate their perspectives on social barriers affecting their patients, their pharmacy staff's ability to address these social barriers, and resources available or needed to address barriers. Results: Healthcare access and quality was perceived as the most addressable social barrier (59 %), while education (24 %) and neighborhood/built environment were perceived as the least addressable (14 %). …”
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Botulinum toxin type A for the treatment of patients with post-stroke spasticity in Thailand: cost-utility and budget impact analysis by Phorntida Hadnorntun, Pattara Leelahavarong, Tanawan Kongmalai, Varalak Srinonprasert, Juthamas Prawjaeng, Phakamas Tanvijit, Chuenchom Chueluecha, Nawarat Jintakul, Tipyarat Saringcarinkul, Witsanu Kumthornthip

“…Integrating BoNT-A treatment delivery into the healthcare system would require a budget outlay of approximately US$413 246–US$966 103 that may vary annually by an additional US$50 260–US$335 064.Conclusion BoNT-A effectively reduces focal spasticity and improves quality of life in post-stroke patients. …”
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Global burden of subarachnoid hemorrhage among adolescents and young adults aged 15-39 years: A trend analysis study from 1990 to 2021. by Xuanchen Liu, Rui Cheng, Yingda Song, Xiaoxiong Yang, Xiaochen Niu, Chunhong Wang, Guijun Jia, Hongming Ji

“…<h4>Conclusion</h4>The findings underscore the need for targeted public health interventions, particularly in low and low-middle-SDI regions, to reduce the burden of SAH among AYAs. Improved healthcare resources, enhanced health education, and preventive strategies are crucial. …”
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Pre-exposure Prophylaxis Awareness and Endorsement among Adolescents and Young Adults in Tanzania: Insights from the 2022 Demographic and Health Survey by Alpha Johnson Kapola, Rahma Musoke, Glenda Marie Manayon, Hassan Fredrick Fussi, Hafidha Mhando Bakari, Haji Mbwana Ally, Swalehe Mustafa Salim, Zuhura Mbwana Ally, Lynn Moshi, Mariam Salim Mbwana, Habib Omari Ramadhani

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Is first-line treatment with polatuzumab vedotin–rituximab–cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin and prednisone (pola-R-CHP) for previously untreated diffuse large B-cell lymphoma cost-eff... by Lin Yang, Ting Chen, Qiuling Zhao, Liangliang Dong, Wanfu Zhong, Wenbin Liu, Xiuliang Qiu, Ruyi Huang, Shengqiang Huang, Ruixiang Xie

“…The scenario analyses were also conducted.Setting Chinese healthcare system perspective.Participants A hypothetical cohort of adult patients presenting with CD20-positive, patients with previously untreated DLBCL.Interventions Pola-R-CHP versus R-CHOP.Main outcome measures The main outcomes of the study were QALYs, incremental cost-effectiveness ratio (ICER) and incremental net-health benefit (INHB).Results In China, the ICER and INHB of pola-R-CHP compared with R-CHOP were US$77 036.33/QALY and −1.11 QALYs, respectively. …”
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Clinical outcomes among HIV positive babies below 18 months of age, diagnosed under the Early Infant Diagnosis (EID) programme, India: a mixed-methods studyResearch in context by Suchit Kamble, Nilesh Gawde, Shilpa Bembalkar, Noopur Goel, Mohan Thorwat, Kalyani Nikhare, Sushmita Kamble, Radhika Brahme, Swapna Pawar, Harsh Kubavat, Bhawanisingh Kushwaha, Vinita Verma, Chinmoyee Das, Raman Gangakhedkar

“…A total of 67 In-depth interviews with healthcare providers and managers helped to understand the underlying causes. …”
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Trends in stroke-related mortality in atrial fibrillation patients in the United States: Insights from the CDC WONDER database by Muhammad Abdullah Naveed, Sivaram Neppala, Himaja Dutt Chigurupati, Muhammad Omer Rehan, Ahila Ali, Hamza Naveed, Bazil Azeem, Rabia Iqbal, Manahil Mubeen, Mashood Ahmed, Ayman R. Fath, Timir Paul, Bilal Munir

“…Targeted interventions and equitable healthcare access are crucial to mitigate these disparities and improve outcomes for this population.…”
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Appropriate Timing of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Diagnosis in Medium- and Low-Risk Women: Effectiveness of the Italian NHS Recommendations in Preventing Fetal Macrosomia by Paola Quaresima, Federica Visconti, Eusebio Chiefari, Maria Mirabelli, Massimo Borelli, Patrizia Caroleo, Daniela Foti, Luigi Puccio, Roberta Venturella, Costantino Di Carlo, Antonio Brunetti

“…The Italian National Healthcare Service (NHS) recommendations on selective screening for GDM at 16-18 weeks of gestation are effective in preventing fetal macrosomia in high-risk (HR) women, but the appropriateness of timing and effectiveness of these recommendations in medium- (MR) and low-risk (LR) women are still controversial. …”
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Path analysis of factors influencing length of stay and hospitalisation expenses for oral cancer patients in tertiary hospitals in southeastern China: a cross-sectional study by Jing Wang, Chen Chen, Xiaoying Hu, Yi Fan, Yaping Wang, Yu Qiu, Qiujiao Yang, Mingming Xu, Yanfeng Weng, Yanni Li, Lisong Lin, Fa Chen, Baochang He, Fengqiong Liu

“…Path analysis revealed that neck dissection had the highest total effect on hospitalisation expenses (β=0.307), while surgery exerted an indirect effect on expenses via LOS (β=0.021).Conclusion This study highlights the significant economic burden imposed by OC on patients and healthcare systems. While prevention and early diagnosis remain critical, our findings underscore several modifiable factors, including improving oral hygiene and optimising surgical protocols, such as chemotherapy and lymph node dissection, that present opportunities to reduce costs and enhance cost-effectiveness. …”
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Potential diagnostic tools for intensive care unit acquired weakness: A systematic review by Chen Xin, Yubiao Gai, Lili Wei, Yanqiu Wang, Yuhong Luo, Binru Han

“…Objective: The aim of this research was to conduct a comprehensive review of pertinent studies on diagnostic tools for intensive care unit-acquired weakness in critically ill patients, summarizing their diagnostic efficacy and constraints to aid healthcare professionals in choosing suitable diagnostic tools for intensive care unit-acquired weakness. …”
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A generative whole-brain segmentation model for positron emission tomography images by Wenbo Li, Zhenxing Huang, Hongyan Tang, Yaping Wu, Yunlong Gao, Jing Qin, Jianmin Yuan, Yang Yang, Yan Zhang, Na Zhang, Hairong Zheng, Dong Liang, Meiyun Wang, Zhanli Hu

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Emerging carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae in a tertiary care hospital in Lima, Peru by Fiorella Krapp, Diego Cuicapuza, Guillermo Salvatierra, Jean P. Buteau, Catherine Amaro, Lizeth Astocondor, Noemí Hinostroza, Jan Jacobs, Coralith García, Pablo Tsukayama

“…This pattern highlights an urgent need for targeted surveillance and infection control as these strains pose a significant challenge to healthcare systems. Our study provides crucial data on Klebsiella pneumoniae in Peru, contributing to broader efforts to monitor and control antibiotic-resistant infections in South America and globally.…”
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Impact of a 6-Month Micronutrient-Dense Plant-Rich Nutrition Intervention on Health and Well-Being at the Worksite by Jay T. Sutliffe, Julia C. Gardner, Michelle M. Gorman, Mary Jo Carnot, Wendy S. Wetzel, Tricia Fortin, Chloe A. Sutliffe, Alison Adams

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Call for Papers - Advancing Astropharmacy and Sports Pharmacy by Ashley Anderson, Ahmer Raza, Shireen Aziz, Misbah Noreen

“…His research focuses on developing an innovative decision-support AI tool for personalized care aimed at optimizing treatments, enhancing the quality of life for individuals with chronic complex conditions, improving the overall quality of care, and reducing societal healthcare costs. In addition to his work in clinical pharmacy, Ahmer is passionately advancing the concept of Astropharmacy in collaboration with experts from the University of Minnesota, exploring the unique challenges and opportunities of pharmaceutical care in space exploration. …”
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Achievement of guideline-based lipid goals among very-high-risk patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes: results in 213,380 individuals from the cv... by Satoshi Shoji, Nishant P. Shah, Peter Shrader, Laine E. Thomas, Jonathan D. Arnold, Nafeesa N. Dhalwani, Neena A. Thomas, Bethany Kalich, Elisa L. Priest, Mahanaz Syed, Cezary Wójcik, Eric D. Peterson, Ann Marie Navar

“…Methods: VHR patients with ASCVD and DM2 were identified across 14 US healthcare systems using electronic health records between 1/1/2021–12/31/2022. …”
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Interrelationships between social exclusion, mental health and wellbeing in adolescents: insights from a national Youth Survey by K. Filia, S. M. Teo, N. Brennan, T. Freeburn, D. Baker, V. Browne, A. Watson, J. Menssink, A. Prasad, E. Killackey, P. D. McGorry, S. M. Cotton, C. X. Gao

“…Conclusions Findings underscore the need to address multiple domains of social exclusion concurrently, and in collaboration with youth mental healthcare. Prevention efforts aimed at early identification and intervention should be prioritised to support young people vulnerable to social exclusion. …”
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Addressing the Teen Mom Situation in Thailand: A Systematic Review on Challenges, Initiatives and Recommendations for Improvement by Jukkrit Wungrath, Phinphot Phrommasen, Wanchalerm Ritthimon

“…This review highlights the need for comprehensive sex education, improved access to contraception, youth-friendly sexual and reproductive health services, and targeted support programs for teenage mothers, emphasizing a multi-sectoral approach involving government agencies, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), educational institutions, healthcare providers, and communities. The findings suggest that better-targeted interventions and collaborative efforts are required to reduce teenage pregnancy and improve the quality of life for teenage mothers in Thailand to foster a healthier and more inclusive society. …”
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Cost-effectiveness analysis of three surgical approaches for parathyroidectomy in secondary hyperparathyroidism patients by Qila Sa, Qila Sa, Yinghui Zhou, Guangming Cheng, Boyuan Nan, Yingnan Feng, Yingnan Feng, Ningyuan Zhang, Ningyuan Zhang, Wantao Xie, Wantao Xie, Wei Zhang

“…Sensitivity analysis results indicate that varying any parameter within a certain range over the given time interval will not cause the ICER to exceed the WTP threshold and will not reverse the primary analysis results.ConclusionIn the Chinese healthcare system, tPTX is considered the most cost-effective treatment for refractory hyperparathyroidism, when compared to tPTX+AT and sPTX.…”
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