Level-8 Ph.D. Programs In Medical Sciences: High Time For The Higher Education Commission (HEC) Of Pakistan To Establish A Medical Wing by Wafa Omer

“… • To assess the demand for healthcare professionals doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers in Pakistan…”
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Knowledge and attitudes towards Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias among Nigerian medical and nursing students: a comparative study by Tobi Olajide, Favour Ajao, Inioluwa Joshua, Abigail Oyedokun, Ayosubomi Odubiyi, Oluwadabira Adewara, Feziechi Anele, Ayomide Fatola, Samuel Ayeni, Nneka Amakom, Oluwanifemi Osakuade, Oluwabunmi Adeyeye, Chidera Ezeh, Gbenga Shittu, Rashidat Mufutau, Serena Atoyebi, Michael Apata, Sandra Obatowon, Aminat Abdul, Jesufemi Adeyeye, Akin Ojagbemi

“…Abstract Introduction Dementia is a growing public health challenge globally, with low- and middle-income countries, including Nigeria, disproportionately affected. Healthcare professionals play a critical role in dementia care. …”
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Intelligent diagnosis and prediction of pregnancy induced hypertension in obstetrics and gynecology teaching by integrating GA by Xiaolan Li, Xiaolan Li, Xiaolan Li, Fen Kang, Fen Kang, Fen Kang, Xiaojing Li, Xiaojing Li, Xiaojing Li

“…The potential for misdiagnosis, often stemming from the inexperience of healthcare professionals, underscores the necessity for an advanced diagnostic system.MethodsThis research introduces an innovative sampling and feature selection technique grounded in F-scores optimization, alongside the development of a comprehensive prediction model that integrates genetic algorithms with various heterogeneous learners. …”
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Effect of the Big Five Personality on the intention to use mHealth applications among the Chinese elderly: a national-based study by Jinghui Chang, Jinghui Chang, Anqi Li, Xixi Yang, Chunnan Li, Yanshan Mai, Dayi Zhang, Wende Yan, Yibo Wu, Jiangyun Chen

“…Conversely, higher agreeableness scores (β= − 1.05, t = −3.12, p<0.01) related to lower intention.ConclusionThe elderly with high extraversion, openness, and low agreeableness are more willing to adopt mHealth applications in China. Healthcare professionals and mHealth device developers can make personalized and accurate interventions for the elderly with different personalities.…”
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The evolutionary journey to a new normal for learning and capacity building of healthcare workers to prepare and respond to health emergencies across Africa by Boukaré Bonkoungou, Fausta Mosha, Amarachi Abianuru, Joseph Okeibunor, Heini Utunen, Giselle Balaciano, Ana C. Barbosa de Lima, Lauren Burke, Shannon McKenna, Sukriti Nag, Abdou Salam Gueye, Bruce Struminger

“…This initiative has reached more health professionals than pre-pandemic in-person training, facilitating more equitable access to essential knowledge and best practices.ConclusionThe WHO AFRO and Project ECHO partnership navigated a variety of challenges, while establishing a paradigm shift in learning strategies. …”
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Evaluating a system-wide, safety investigation in healthcare course in Norway: a qualitative study by Carl Macrae, Siri Wiig, Veslemøy Guise, Cecilie Haraldseid-Driftland, Lene Schibevaag, Janne Gro Alsvik, Adriana Rosenberg

“…It is recommended that such a curriculum be co-created with independent investigators, safety scientists, patients and users, and healthcare professionals to ensure a strong methods repertoire and a sound theoretical backdrop for investigatory practice.…”
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COVID-19 pandemic: mental health (distress as depression) in orthodontists by Eloisa Peixoto Soares Ueno, Liana Fattori, Edgard Michel-Crosato, Wilze Laura Bruscato, José Rino Neto, João Batista de Paiva

“…Objectives For health professionals, pandemic conditions impacted all societal aspects, including economic, wellness, and mental health. …”
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Knowledge, attitudes and practices of rural and suburban areas about brucellosis in Central Bosnia by Sabina Šečić-Selimović, Emsel Papić, Aida Katica, Mohammad Abou El Ardat, Zarema Obradović

“…Conclusion: The One Health approach, which involves collaboration between veterinary and public health professionals, is the key to successful brucellosis control. …”
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Suicidal Behaviors Among United States Adolescents: Increasing Clinical and Public Health Challenges by Jhon Ostanin, Helena Miranda, Simon Shugar, Dina Abdo, Maria Carmenza Mejia, Charles H. Hennekens, Panagiota Kitsantas

“…Overall, given the significant increase in suicidal behaviors, healthcare providers as well as public health professionals should prioritize mental health initiatives, promote awareness, and ensure access to mental health resources for adolescents.…”
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Understanding the exodus: a 15-year retrospective cohort study on the pattern and determinants of migration among Nigerian doctors and dentists by Oghenebrume Wariri, Patience Toyin-Thomas, Itua C.G. Akhirevbulu, Oladapo Oladeinde, Oluchi Omogbai, Philippa Odika, John Osakue, Avwebo Ukueku, Efetobo Orikpete, Chinelo Iwegim, Efe E. Omoyibo, Jermaine Okpere, Uwaila Otakhoigbogie, Ekhosuehi T. Agho, Sunday C. Madubueze, Nnennaya C. Ugoji, Chukwunwike W. Ozegbe, Oti N. Aria, Paul Ikhurionan

“…Background Nigeria faces a critical shortage of healthcare professionals yet experiences a significant annual exodus of doctors and dentists. …”
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Thyroid Dysfunction Prevalence and Risk Factors in the Southeastern Part of Bangladesh: A Cross‐Sectional Study by Muhammad Shahadat Hossen, Md. Mahmodul Islam, Abhijit Das, Md. Abdur Rahman Ripon, Mohammad Tohidul Amin, Mohammad Anwarul Basher, Md. Mamun Or Rashid

“…Moreover, healthcare professionals should check elderly patient's thyroid conditions and consider the possibility that thyroid dysfunction can coexist with other conditions.…”
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AI-Enhanced Healthcare: Integrating ChatGPT-4 in ePROs for Improved Oncology Care and Decision-Making: A Pilot Evaluation by Chihying Liao, Chinnan Chu, Mingyu Lien, Yaochung Wu, Tihao Wang

“…ChatGPT-4, simulating oncologists, dietitians, and nurses, analyzed this data and offered improvement suggestions, which were then reviewed by professionals in those fields. Results: Two oncologists, two dieticians, and two nurses evaluated the AI’s performance across roles with 540 reviews. …”
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Determinants of Work-Related Risks among Veterinary Clinical Students in South West Nigeria by Oluwawemimo O. Adebowale, Monsurat O. Afolabi, Hezekiah K. Adesokan, Olubunmi G. Fasanmi, Olanike K. Adeyemo, Olajoju J. Awoyomi, Folorunso O. Fasina

“…Veterinary practices or activities expose professionals, including students, to hazards associated with animal contact. …”
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Evaluation of the potential value of artificial intelligence (AI) in public health using fluoride intake as the example by Wei Wei, Tianshu Gu, Yanhong Cao, Shuqiu Sun, Dan Wei, Minghui Li, Alyce D. Fly, Weikuan Gu, Lan Yao, Dianjun Sun

“…Conclusion: As AI technology develops, it can assist health professionals in understanding the disorders and researchers in their work on the mechanisms behind the disorders caused by insufficient or excessive fluoride intake.…”
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The Feasibility and Acceptability of an HIV Web- Based Screening Program in Iran by Roya Sahebi, Hossein Dehghanian, Alireza Mirahmadizadeh, Leyla Sahebi, Reza Yousefi Farkhad, Simin Khayatzadeh-Safaie, Nazila Sattari, Leila Jahangiry, Hamid Sharifi

“…Incorporating online counseling and interactive educational materials managed by trained professionals may enhance the program’s impact. Further studies are recommended to comprehensively evaluate this approach’s feasibility and acceptability.…”
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Protocol for process evaluation of SMART Mental Health cluster randomised control trial: an intervention for management of common mental disorders in India by Anushka Patel, David Peiris, Pallab K Maulik, Graham Thornicroft, Shekhar Saxena, Sudha Kallakuri, Amanpreet Kaur, Siddhardha Devarapalli, Mercian Daniel, Beverley M Essue, Shashi Kant, D Praveen, Usha Raman, Rajesh Sagar, Ankita Mukherjee

“…Stigma associated with help seeking and lack of trained mental health professionals are important barriers in accessing mental healthcare. …”
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Epidemiological analysis of reported acute glyphosate poisoning in Malaysia: identifying risk factors and high-risk groups (2006–2023) by Yin-Hui Leong, Noor Afiza Abdul Rani, Mohd Fadhli Razali, Nurul Iffah Amir Shah Ruddin, Fahim Mohamed, Nurul Izzah Ahmad

“…This paper aims to study the epidemiology of glyphosate poisoning in Malaysia, assessing severity, identifying risk factors, and high-risk groups.Setting All glyphosate-related data of the Malaysia National Poison Centre from 2006 to 2023.Participants Telephone inquiries of incidents involving glyphosate made by healthcare professionals across Malaysia. Information received was recorded according to WHO guidelines.Outcomes The outcome is to provide an overview of national glyphosate poisoning epidemiology, including identifying risk factors and high-risk groups to strategise appropriate measures.Results A total of 4548 glyphosate poisoning cases were reported, with males comprising 67.3% of cases. …”
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The development and validation of an UV-Vis spectrophotometric method for the determination of ciprofloxacin in raw material and dosage forms by Timothé Mavanga Mabaya, Jocelyn Mankulu Kakumba, Mannix Mayangi Makola, Adelard Mbenza Puati, Didi Mana Kialengila, Jean Mavar Tayey Mbay, Jeremie Mbinze

“…With the growing problem of counterfeit drugs, it is important to protect the population from substandard medicines and equip professionals with effective analysis tools. Analytical methods such as UV-Vis spectrometry offer advantages over techniques like HPLC, which require more expensive equipment and solvents, especially in developing countries. …”
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Smoking Cessation in Chinese Patients Undergoing Thoracic Surgery: A Multicenter Prospective Observational Study by Jianxing He, Dingpei Han, Kun Qian, Weijie Guan, Ge Zhang, Weiqing Lu, Hecheng Li, Xiuyi Zhi

“…The questionnaire was conducted in all patients and 30 healthcare professionals (HCPs), regarding the awareness and effectiveness of smoking cessation methods. …”
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Investigating the Effectiveness of Serious Games in Educating Neonatal Resuscitation: A Systematic Review by Parisa Farshid, Kayvan Mirnia, Peyman Rezaei-Hachesu, Elham Maserat, Taha Samad-Soltani

“…Integrating SGs with traditional simulation-based training methods could offer a comprehensive and effective approach to training healthcare professionals in this critical skill set.…”
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