Temporal changes in regional variations in cancer survival rates in Osaka, Japan (1997–2015) by Mizuki Shimadzu Kato, Toshitaka Morishima, Ryoto Sakaniwa, Kayo Nakata, Yoshihiro Kuwabara, Toshiki Ikawa, Yoko Iwaki, Isao Miyashiro

“…By standardizing the distribution of the patients’ background factors (sex, age, stage, and socioeconomic status) to the distribution of the whole prefecture, 5-year relative survival rates for each CMA were calculated, and regional variations were assessed. …”
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Insulin Adherence in Type 2 Diabetes in Mexico: Behaviors and Barriers by Janneth Bermeo-Cabrera, Paloma Almeda-Valdes, Josefa Riofrios-Palacios, Carlos A. Aguilar-Salinas, Roopa Mehta

“…The principal factors associated with insulin omission were low socioeconomic status, fear of hypoglycemia, and a greater number of insulin applications per day.…”
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Exploring gender differences in knowledge and practices related to antibiotic use in Southeast Asia: A scoping review. by Phuc Pham-Duc, Kavitha Sriparamananthan

“…This indicates that gender differences in antibiotic use are greatly contextual and intersect with other sociodemographic factors, particularly education and socioeconomic status. Educational interventions that are targeted to meet the specific needs of males and females and delivered through pharmacists and healthcare professionals were the most common recommendations for reducing inappropriate use of antibiotics in the community. …”
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A review of vitamin D deficiency and vitamin D receptor polymorphisms in endocrine-related disorders by Nur Faten Hafizah Rosli, Noor Shafina Mohd Nor, Rose Adzrianee Adnan, Siti Hamimah Sheikh Abdul Kadir

“…With changes in socioeconomic status and lifestyle, vitamin D-deficient individuals are prone to developing the disease at a young age. …”
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Prevalence  of  Chronic  Otitis  Media  and  Its  Associated  Hearing  Impairment  among  School  Going  Children by Arun Maran Sattien, Priyokumar Singh Oinam, Mosin Babu, Shandyalata Yumlembam, Lalnunpuia Thangluah

“…Conclusion: Health  education  through  school  health  program,  improvement  of  socioeconomic  status  and  health  facilities  should  be  used  in  early  detection  and  management  of  this  disease  thereby  reducing  the  prevalence  of  CSOM. …”
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Prevalence of physical activity and its associated sociodemographic factors among schoolchildren in Albania by Brizida Refatllari, Jonida Stefa, Migena Hysa, Grejd Hyska, Gentiana Qirjako, Genc Burazeri

“…Our findings highlight potential advantages of PA engagement linked to both male gender and a higher socioeconomic status. This study underscores the need for targeted interventions to promote active lifestyles in children, particularly among groups at higher risk of sedentary behaviour which correspond to girls and disadvantaged socioeconomic categories. …”
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Knowledge and Attitude of Sciatica Pain and Treatment Methods among Adults in Saudi Arabia by Majdi Hashem, Reem Abdulrahman AlMohaini, Norah Ibrahim AlMedemgh, Sara Abdulmajed AlHarbi, Lena Saleh Alsaleem

“…The exact cause of sciatica is unknown to this day; treatment methods and practices differ between individuals based on their cultural background, socioeconomic status, and religious beliefs. This study aimed to assess the knowledge and attitude toward sciatica pain among adults in Saudi Arabia. …”
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COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and vaccine passports: a cross-sectional conjoint experiment in Japan by Shohei Okamoto, Kazuki Kamimura, Kohei Komamura

“…In line with previous findings, younger age, lower socioeconomic status, and psychological and behavioural factors such as weaker COVID-19 fear were associated with vaccine hesitancy. …”
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Unlocking cultural tourism: Local community awareness and perceptions of cultural heritage resources in Katavi Region in southern circuit of Tanzania by Shakila Halifan Mteti, Chakupewa Joseph Mpambije, David James Manyerere

“…Furthermore, factors such as education, socioeconomic status, and cultural identity influence individuals' attitudes toward appreciation of cultural heritage. …”
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Health-related quality of life in patients with non-communicable disease: study protocol of a cross-sectional survey by Els Clays, Pauline Boeckxstaens, Delphine De Smedt, Peter Pype, Brecht Devleesschauwer, Lisa Van Wilder, Diego Schrans

“…The aim of this study is to assess the impact of NCDs on patients’ HRQoL, with a focus on multimorbidity and socioeconomic status.Methods and analysis A primary care-based cross-sectional study is conducted in Flanders (Belgium). …”
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Assessment of agricultural sustainability performance in Dali Prefecture, China using the DPSIR Model by Yishan Chen, Harison Kiplagat Kipkulei, Zhiqiang Xie, Stefan Sieber

“…The study reveals that data statistics prioritize indexes related to land resources while experts emphasize indexes linked to socioeconomic status when assessing agricultural sustainability.…”
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Does mistreatment during institutional childbirth increase the likelihood of experiencing postpartum depressive symptoms? A prospective cohort study in Nepal by Rejina Gurung, Miia Bask

“…Background Postpartum depression is associated with low socioeconomic status, adverse birthing processes, and life stress. …”
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Light to Moderate Alcohol Consumption Is Protective for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Normal Weight and Overweight Individuals but Not the Obese by Patricia A. Metcalf, Robert K. R. Scragg, Rod Jackson

“…After further adjusting for total cholesterol, HDL-cholesterol, triglycerides, smoking habit, physical activity, socioeconomic status, body mass index, and hypertension, the relative risks of T2DM were 0.16 (0.05, 0.50) in normal weight individuals, 0.43 (0.19, 0.97) in overweight individuals, and 0.92 (0.52, 1.60) in overweight individuals. …”
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To Determine Mean Change In Weight Of Patients Undergoing Maxillomandibular Fixation by Osama Mushtaq, Eruj Shuja, Momina Ahmed, Amna Hassan, Muhammad Adil Asim, Maimona Siddiq

“…No significant difference was seen for weight change in patients postoperatively with age, gender, educational status, occupational status, socioeconomic status and an indication of MMF. Conclusion: Results of this study showed weight loss in patients who underwent maxillomandibular fixation. …”
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Pattern of Pediatric Dermatoses in a Tertiary Care Hospital of Western Nepal by Yogesh Poudyal, Annu Ranjit, Santosh Pathak, Nagendra Chaudhary

“…The incidence and severity of these skin lesions are influenced by geographical area, seasonal and cultural factors, and socioeconomic status. This study was done to show the prevalence of different pediatric dermatoses in a tertiary care hospital of Western Nepal. …”
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The community support and its role in adolescent pregnancy and school reintegration in rural Rwanda: a mixed-methods study by Fabien Nsanzabera, Evangeline Irakoze, Emmanuel Ntakirutimana, Alexis Manishimwe, Jean Bosco Nsengiyumva, Aimable Mwiseneza, Fabien Nkurikiyimana

“…Objectives This research investigates the connection between adolescent pregnancy, socioeconomic status, and parental engagement in reproductive health education in rural Rwanda. …”
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Diagnosis and Management of Peyronie’s Disease: A Clinical Consensus Statement and Recommendations from the Korean Society for Sexual Medicine and Andrology by Dong Soo Kim, Hee Jo Yang, Hyun Cheol Jeong, Ki Hyuck Moon, Dong Sup Lee, Seung Hun Song, Won Ki Lee

“…While clinical guidelines from several professional societies exist, they do not consistently account for factors such as patient ethnicity, geography, and socioeconomic status. Thus, the Korean Society for Sexual Medicine and Andrology (KSSMA) aimed to develop recommendations tailored to clinical practice in Korea. …”

Barriers to leisure-time physical activity in adults living in a low socioeconomic area of the Brazilian Southeast by Michele Santos Cruz, Leandro Martin Totaro Garcia, Douglas Roque Andrade, Alex Antonio Florindo

“…These results are important to support community programs promoting leisure-time physical activity in areas with low socioeconomic status.   …”
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Food insecurity among African Americans in the United States: A scoping review. by Elizabeth Dennard, Elizabeth Kristjansson, Nedelina Tchangalova, Sarah Totton, Donna Winham, Annette O'Connor

“…Infrequently studied factors, such as lifetime racial discrimination, socioeconomic status (SES), and income insecurity need further investigation while frequently studied factors such as age, education, race/ethnicity, and gender need to be summarized using a systematic review approach so that risk factor impact can be better assessed. …”
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Trachoma and Ocular Chlamydial Infection in the Era of Genomics by Tamsyn Derrick, Chrissy h. Roberts, Anna R. Last, Sarah E. Burr, Martin J. Holland

“…The mechanisms driving the chronic immunopathology in the conjunctiva, which largely progresses in the absence of detectable Ct infection in adults, are likely to be multifactorial. Socioeconomic status, education, and behavior have been identified as contributing to the risk of scarring and inflammation. …”
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