Diagnosis of land degradation and analysis of its spatiotemporal evolution in the Jinghe River Basin, Xinjiang by Ya Peng, Zhaopeng Wu, Xinpeng Shi, Yuting Tian, Ruirui Zhang

“…Human activities are the leading factor in the increase of LDI, but natural factors have a significant correlation with local LDI changes; temperature, Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), and population have a higher impact on the LDI changes in Jinghe County, and local LDI changes respond more strongly to precipitation, evapotranspiration, and Gross Domestic Product (GDP). …”
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Obstetric and pregnancy-related factors associated with caesarean delivery in Bangladesh: a survey in Rajshahi district by Md Aslam Hossain, Md Reazul Karim, Md Golam Hossain, Abu Sayed Md Al Mamun, Md Abdul Awal, Jarin Sazzad

“…This study aimed to identify emerging obstetric and pregnancy risk factors and maternal outcomes associated with CS delivery among women in Rajshahi district, Bangladesh.Design This was a cross-sectional study.Setting Data were collected from 9 Upazilas with 233 community clinics of Rajshahi district, Bangladesh.Participants Multistage sampling technique was utilised for selecting sample from the population. A total of 540 mothers with a live infant were enrolled in the study. …”
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Factors Affecting Social Support Status of People Living with HIV/AIDS at Selected Hospitals of North Shewa Zone, Amhara Region, Ethiopia by Elyas Admasu Basha, Behailu Tariku Derseh, Abate Dargie Wubetu, Nigus Alemnew Engidaw, Kefyalew Dagne Gizachew

“…Systematic random sampling was used to recruit the study population after selecting study areas by lottery methods. …”
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The effectiveness of hyaluronic acid in reducing adverse effects associated with inhaled hypertonic saline therapy in patients with cystic fibrosis: A systematic review and meta-an... by Sana Arshid, Saad Ehsan Ullah, Junaid Imran, Meeran Asher Syed, Aakash Choradia, Nicole Gousy, Sukhman Boparai, Mudassir Shoaib, Bidhan Bikram Shah, Aadarsh Netha

“…However, adverse events can impair the clinical utility of hypertonic saline (HS) in this patient population. In this study, we aimed to investigate the effectiveness of hyaluronic acid (HA) in reducing these adverse events…”
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A Manajemen Fisioterapi pada Suspek Gout Arthritis : Laporan Kasus by Yery Mustari, Melda Putri, Christine Milenia Sarira, Suciawati Suciawati, Rezky Awalia Amiruddin, Fahira Azzahra Nooraini, Noorindah Sari, Putri Ayuninda Yusri, Pritha Qurratul Aini Athaya, Akram Ibnu Syawal, Anna Rahma Martono, Nurdeli Wasi Agung, Marfuah Nawawi, Nurmalasari Nurmalasari

“…However, arthritis can also affect the younger population. One of the joint arthritis is gout arthritis. …”
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Associations of four obesity indices with diabetes mellitus in Korean middle-aged and older adults using the Korean Genome and Epidemiology Study (KoGES) by Yiseul Lee, Nam-Kyoo Lim, Hyun-Young Park

“…Methods Data from three population-based cohorts (Ansan and Ansung, Health Examinee, and Cardiovascular Disease Association Study, derived from the Korean Genome and Epidemiology Study) were analyzed. …”
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Improving predictability of IgE-high type 2 chronic sinusitis with nasal polyps in the biologic era by Austin Heffernan, Jobanjit Phulka, Andrew Thamboo

“…This could reduce unwarranted IgE serology in patients with CRSwNP but also target a patient population for further workup that will lead to optimization of resource allocation and improve healthcare equity in rural and remote areas within Canada.…”
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Eco-anthropologie et primatologie pour la conservation de la biodiversité : un projet collaboratif dans le Parc National de Moukalaba-Doudou, Gabon by Naoki Matsuura, Yuji Takenoshita, Juichi Yamagiwa

“…In order to find a solution, the participation of the local population is essential. It is also important to implement development projects in order to resolve conflicts between conservation policies and local lifestyles. …”
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Immunobridging Trials: An Important Tool to Protect Vulnerable and Immunocompromised Patients Against Evolving Pathogens by Pedro Cruz, Jie Min Lam, Jehad Abdalla, Samira Bell, Jola Bytyci, Tal Brosh-Nissimov, John Gill, Ghady Haidar, Michael Hoerger, Yasmin Maor, Antonio Pagliuca, Francois Raffi, Ffion Samuels, Dorry Segev, Yuxin Ying, Lennard Y. W. Lee

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Supplementation with Korean Red Ginseng Improves Current Perception Threshold in Korean Type 2 Diabetes Patients: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial by Kahui Park, YuSik Kim, Junghye Kim, Shinae Kang, Jong Suk Park, Chul Woo Ahn, Ji Sun Nam

“…Twenty-four week administration of KRG in T2DM patients resulted in a significant improvement in neuropathy, especially in those with a longer diabetes duration. A further, larger population study with a longer follow-up period is warranted to verify the effects of KRG on diabetic neuropathy.…”
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Ineffective health maintenance behaviors in people with chronic conditions: Systematic review of etiology and risk by Ana Clara Dantas, Barbara Ebilizarda Coutinho Borges, Jéssica Naiara de Medeiros Araújo, Marcos Venícios de Oliveira Lopes, Amanda Barbosa da Silva, Allyne Fortes Vitor

“…However, it is observed that the etiology of this phenomenon is not well defined for this population. For nurses to infer this diagnosis early and, consequently, develop effective care plans, further studies are needed to facilitate the understanding of the factors related to the phenomenon. …”
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Designing a Model of Effective Factors on Creative Cultural Industries in Iran by Abbas Ghaedamini Harouni, Mehrdad Sadeghi Deh Cheshmeh, Sadegh Sadeghi Deh Cheshmeh, Narjes Mohsenifar

“…Purpose: This study aimed to design a model of influential factors in creative cultural industries in Iran.Methodology: The research method is mixed (quantitative-qualitative). The statistical population of this study included experts and professors. …”
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Hubungan Tingkat Pengetahuan dan Sikap terhadap Pelaksanaan SADARI pada Ibu Rumah Tangga di Kelurahan Jati by Desti Wahyuni, Edison ., Wirsma Arif Harahap

“…Implementation of BSE in a person affected by the knowledge about BSE, and attituded as well as support of the social environment.The objective of this study was to determine correlation between knowledge and attitudes to implementation of BSE This research was an analytic survey with cross-sectional design. The population in this study was a housewife in Keluraha Jati with a sample of 48 people.The sampling is with multistage random sampling. …”
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Inhibition of G9a Histone Methyltransferase Converts Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stem Cells to Cardiac Competent Progenitors by Jinpu Yang, Keerat Kaur, Li Lin Ong, Carol A. Eisenberg, Leonard M. Eisenberg

“…Collectively, these data indicate that BIX01294 has utility as a pharmacological agent that could enhance the ability of an abundant and accessible stem cell population to regenerate new myocytes for cardiac repair.…”
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Human Umbilical Cord Blood-Derived Serum for Culturing the Supportive Feeder Cells of Human Pluripotent Stem Cell Lines by Ruttachuk Rungsiwiwut, Praewphan Ingrungruanglert, Pranee Numchaisrika, Pramuan Virutamasen, Tatsanee Phermthai, Kamthorn Pruksananonda

“…The results showed that HFFs cultured in hUCS-containing medium (HFF-hUCS) displayed fibroblastic features, high proliferation rates, short population doubling times, and normal karyotypes after prolonged culture. …”
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Motivations regarding continuing or terminating pregnancy in women with high-risk pregnancies: a scoping review by Mónica Antunes, Mónica Antunes, Ana Galhanas, Ana Lúcia Vitorino, Sara Palma, Sara Palma, Ana Frias, Ana Frias

“…This scoping review synthesises the qualitative literature on the underlying motivations influencing these decisions.AimThis analysis explores the underlying motivations that influence women's decisions regarding the continuation or termination of pregnancy, considering the challenges and dilemmas this population faces.MethodsThis review was conducted following the Joanna Briggs Institute's methodology. …”
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“Nobody Seemed to Notice My Work”: The Lived Experiences of Home Care Workers Assisting People With Chronic Diseases: A Phenomenological Study by Valentina Cacciapuoti, Silvio Simeone, Michele Virgolesi, Medeline R. Sterling, Elisa Dallago, Ercole Vellone, Rosaria Alvaro, Gianluca Pucciarelli

“…Conclusions: Since HCWs represent an important resource which, if properly trained, could positively influence the quality of life of the elderly population and a valid support for their families, understanding the lived experience can suggest interventions that could be implemented by a health care professional and provide evidence to inform political decision makers to increase the support for HCWs.…”
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Longitudinal functional outcomes and late effects of radiation following treatment of nasopharyngeal carcinoma: secondary analysis of a prospective cohort study by Gia Gill, Ciaran Lane, Candace Myers, Evan D. Kerr, Pascal Lambert, Andrew Cooke, Paul D. Kerr

“…Methods Longitudinal, observational cohort study of nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients with retrospective analysis of prospectively collected, population-based data. Late sequelae and validated measures of overall performance, speech, and swallowing were documented pre-treatment and 3,6,12, 24, 36 and ≥ 60-months post-treatment. …”
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Trunk, Mass Grasp, Knee, and Hip Muscle Performance in CrossFit Participants: Reference Values According to Participants' Sex and Limb Dominance by Ana Luiza R Rodrigues, Renan A. Resende, Livia S. Pogetti, Thiago R. T. Santos, Henrique M. P. Faria, Mauro H. Chagas, Juliana M Ocarino

“…A characterization of muscular performance parameters in this population is needed. # Purpose To determine reference values for various aspects of muscular performance of muscles of the trunk, thigh, hip, and mass grasp in CrossFit participants. …”
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Avelumab + axitinib treatment in older patients with advanced renal cell carcinoma in Japan: Subgroup analyses of post‐marketing surveillance data by age by Mototsugu Oya, Taito Ito, Masashi Sato, Makiko Morita, Masahiro Kajita, Norio Nonomura

“…Results The analysis population included 328 patients who had received ≥1 dose of avelumab and were enrolled between December 2019 and May 2021. …”
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