Effects of neurocognitive intervention in older adults. A systematic review by Elizabeth Jiménez Puig, Zoylen Fernández Fleites, Yunier Broche Pérez, Daniela Beatriz Vázquez Martínez

“…<br /><strong>Conclusion:</strong> The existing empirical evidence on the implementation of neurocognitive intervention programs during the last ten years points to paths towards effective intervention and improvement of the quality of life of adults.…”
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Antioxidants and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in Patients with Functional Dyspepsia by T. V. Sapozhnikova, S. A. Parfenov, T. E. Yesina, K. V. Sapozhnikov, A. N. Smirnov, A. A. Paulov, D. M. Rizakhanov, O. A. Rizakhanova

“…Of the total group, 74 patients had an optimal response to the inclusion of an antioxidant and psychotherapy in the treatment regimen (increased quality of life and reduced anxiety) and 38 patients had the insignificant response. …”
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“Etiology and CT pattern in patients with interstial lung disease”: shift in the trends? by Abhishek Samdesi, Alamelu Haran, Navya Chinnaswamy Narayanaswamy

“…The understanding of etiology and the underlying CT pattern is helpful in diagnosis, treatment initiation, assessment of response, disease prognosis, and setting up appropriate interventions to improve survival and the quality of life. Methods: A prospective observational analysis of “Radiological and Etiological patterns” in patients presenting with features of the ILD in a tertiary care hospital in South India. …”
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Factors Attributable to Cardiovascular Diseases in the Elderly Population of the Campo Alegre Resettlement, Tierralta, Córdoba by Carolina Castellanos Ramos, Brayan Domínguez Lozano, Daniela Jiménez Cordero, José Rocha Barraza

“…<br /><strong>Conclusions:</strong> the frequency of risk factors for cardiovascular diseases present in the population warns about the need to develop health promotion and disease prevention plans in this area of the municipality of Tierralta, Córdoba, since it has been shown that this entails to consequences in the quality of life of the elderly population.…”
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Evaluation of the histopathological spectrum of skin biopsies in patients with chronic kidney disease: A single-center experience by Amany A Fathaddin

“…Conclusion: A spectrum of skin conditions may be seen in CKD patients. The quality of life of CKD patients will be significantly improved by identifying and managing these conditions. …”
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Factors associated with receiving a Functional Disorder diagnostic label: A systematic review. by Mais Tattan, Judith Rosmalen, Denise Hanssen

“…Our results show that female patients were more likely to receive an FD diagnostic label for their symptoms; other associations were less consistent and only found for specific labels or research designs. In general, quality of life and healthcare use did not seem to differ between patients with and without an FD diagnostic label. …”
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Fluorescence molecular imaging-guided photodynamic therapy for early breast cancer in the prone position: Feasibility evaluation with Monte Carlo simulations by Yugo Minegishi, Yasutomo Nomura

“…Introduction: The successful diagnosis and treatment of early-stage breast cancer enhances the quality of life of patients. As a promising alternative to recently developed magnetic resonance imaging-guided radiotherapy, we proposed fluorescence molecular imaging-guided photodynamic therapy (FMI-guided PDT), which requires no expensive equipment. …”
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Eye Donation: Awareness, Knowledge, Willingness, and Barriers among Paramedical and Allied Health Science Students at a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital in South India by Aimanfatima Kacheri, Rekha Mudhol, Sanjeev Chougule, Rhema Reny, Sagarika Kamath, Rajesh Kamath

“…Visual impairments have physical, emotional, social, and economical consequences and are a crucial element influencing one's quality of life. A total of 1.285 million people are estimated to be visually impaired worldwide of which 39 million are categorised as blind. …”
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Transcriptome sequencing reveals regulatory genes associated with neurogenic hearing loss by Fengfeng Jia, Fang Wang, Song Li, Yunhua Cui, Yongmei Yu

“…Abstract Hearing loss is a prevalent condition with a significant impact on individuals’ quality of life. However, comprehensive studies investigating the differential gene expression and regulatory mechanisms associated with hearing loss are lacking, particularly in the context of diverse patient samples. …”
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Potential Role of JAK-STAT Signaling Pathway in the Neurogenic-to-Gliogenic Shift in Down Syndrome Brain by Han-Chung Lee, Kai-Leng Tan, Pike-See Cheah, King-Hwa Ling

“…These are fundamental hallmarks of the disorder that affect the quality of life of most individuals with DS. Proper brain development involves meticulous regulation of various signaling pathways, and dysregulation may result in abnormal neurodevelopment. …”
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Simulation-Based Framework for Estimating Crash Modification Factors (CMFs): A Case Study for ITS Countermeasures by Plaban Das, Seri Park, Parth Bhavsar

“…Roadway traffic crashes have devastating impacts on quality of life of the users as well as health of the system. …”
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Deep-insights: Nanoengineered gel-based localized drug delivery for arthritis management by Anitha Sriram, Harshada Ithape, Pankaj Kumar Singh

“…Arthritis is an inflammatory joint disorder that progressively impairs function and diminishes quality of life. Conventional therapies often prove ineffective, as oral administration lacks specificity, resulting in off-target side effects like hepatotoxicity and GIT-related issues. …”
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Internal communication and job performance in Peruvian health professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic by Jorge Luis Damián Foronda, Ericson Félix Castillo Saavedra, Cecilia Elizabeth Reyes Alfaro, Rosa María Salas Sánchez, Carmen Isolina Ayala Jara

“…<p><strong>Background</strong>:<strong> </strong>Rationale: Internal communication within an organization ensures that workers carry out their activities effectively; which, in the health context, translates into prioritizing the patients´ well-being and quality of life.<br /><strong>Objective</strong>: to determine the relationship between internal communication and job performance in Peruvian health professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic.…”
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Correlates for the severity of suicidal risk in participants with common mental disorders with comorbid chronic medical conditions in rural primary healthcare settings in India by Johnson-Pradeep Ruben, Maria L. Ekstrand, Elsa Heylen, Krishnamachari Srinivasan

“…Methods and Material: The severity of suicidal risk at baseline was assessed using the Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI), and other measures included the severity of depression (Patient Health Questionnaire-9-items (PHQ-9)), the severity of anxiety (Generalized Anxiety Disorder Scale-7-items (GAD-7)), disability, social support, quality of life, number of comorbid chronic medical illnesses, and body mass index (BMI). …”
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The effect of allergic rhinitis treatment on asthma control: a systematic review by Ellen Tameeris, Arthur M. Bohnen, Patrick J. E. Bindels, Gijs Elshout

“…No clinically relevant improvements were seen in SAO. Quality of life (QoL) showed a significant and clinically relevant improvement in five studies. …”
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Osteoarthritis-related knee pain: MRI-guided focused ultrasound ablation treatment by Christin A. Tiegs-Heiden, Zaiyang Long, Aiming Lu, Krzysztof R. Gorny, Gina K. Hesley

“…Objective: Osteoarthritis of the knee is a common cause of pain, functional disability, and reduced quality of life in the elderly. Despite its prevalence, there are limited currently available noninvasive treatment options. …”
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Mental health literacy among undergraduate students of a Saudi tertiary institution: a cross-sectional study by Mohamed S. Mahfouz, Abdulwahab Aqeeli, Anwar M. Makeen, Ramzi M. Hakami, Hatim H. Najmi, Abdullkarim T. Mobarki, Mohammad H. Haroobi, Saeed M. Almalki, Mohammad A. Mahnashi, Osayd A. Ageel

“…Regarding the etiology of mental illness, students agreed that genetic inheritance (45.8%), poor quality of life (65%) and social relationship weakness (73.1%) are the main causes of mental illness. …”
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Bisphosphonate-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw: A Review of the Literature by Eder Alberto Sigua-Rodriguez, Renato da Costa Ribeiro, Ana Caroline Ramos de Brito, Natalia Alvarez-Pinzon, José Ricardo de Albergaria-Barbosa

“…Bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (BRONJ) can adversely affect quality of life, as it may produce significant morbidity. …”
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Movement in the Shadow of Sadness: How Physical Activity Supports the Fight Against Depression by Agata Ossolińska, Patrycja Marta, Filip Huzarski, Gabriela Ferfecka, Klaudia Pawełek, Lucyna Stolarska, Magdalena Rosa-Bończak, Natalia Morawiecka, Olivier Carlton, Weronika Kłosowicz

“…Exercise also affects the balance of neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, dopamine, and GABA, contributing to improved mood, cognitive abilities, and quality of life. Additionally, physical effort reduces inflammation and oxidative stress, supporting brain health and countering neurodegenerative processes. …”
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An Analysis of the Status of Urban Development Indicators with a Spatial Justice Approach, Case Study: Ilam city by Fatemeh Mirzabeigi, Hossein Mojtaba Zadeh, Rahim sarvar

“…. , Reduce spatial inequalities and improve the quality of life and ensure sustainable urban development. …”
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