The association between vitamin D intake and the prevalence and mortality of asthma in the US adults by Yu Lei, Yu Luo, Yi Wang, Caiyang Liu, Lei Luo, Ji Li

“…This study aims to clarify the relationship between vitamin D intake and asthma outcomes. Methods In this study, three logistic regression models were employed to investigate the association between vitamin D intake and the prevalence of asthma. …”
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The therapeutic effect of antioxidant postbiotic cocktail in colitis mice: A promising approach to alleviate oxidative stress in two high-fat and normal-diet feeding mice by Niloofar Rezaie, Fahimeh Bagheri-Amiri, Shadi Aghamohammad, Shohreh Khatami, Malihe Talebi, Aria Sohrabi, Mohammad Reza Pourshafie, Mahdi Rohani

“…Therefore, in this study we aimed to assess the effectiveness of a novel postbiotic resulted from native probiotic Lactobacillus strains with robust antioxidant properties in ameliorating colitis in murine models fed with Normal-Diet or High Fat-Diet. Material and methods: Eighty-eight strains of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium sourced from human feces and milk were screened for antioxidant activity. …”
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Recent advances in Polygonatum sibiricum polysaccharides: structural insights, bioactivities in Vitro and in Vivo, and therapeutic potential in human and animal models – A review by Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack, Hassan A. Rudayni, Ahmed K Aldhalmi, Abdullah S. Alawam, Ahmed A. Allam, Mohammad M.H. Khan, Asmaa F. Khafaga

“…Quantitative data from optimized conditions show PSP yields ranging from 4.4 % (hot water) to 29.7 % (NADES-based extraction). …”
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Evaluation of cholera surveillance system, Kumasi Metropolis, Ashanti Region, Ghana, 2020 by Belinda Nsiah Opoku, Ebenezer Kofi Mensah, Joseph Asamoah Frimpong, Delia Akosua Bandoh, Gyesi Razak Issahaku, Ernest Kenu

“…We evaluated the cholera surveillance system in Ghana’s second most populated city – Kumasi metropolis, to determine whether the system is meeting its objectives, and assessed its attributes and usefulness. Methods: We reviewed 2015-2019 cholera surveillance data sourced from health facilities and the health directorate of the Kumasi Metropolis. …”
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Higher magnesium depletion score increases the risk of all‑cause and cardiovascular mortality in US adults with diabetes. by Hao Zhang, Liping Kuang, Qiang Wan

“…This cohort study aims to explore the potential association between the MDS and all-cause and cardiovascular mortality in diabetic patients.<h4>Methods</h4>In this study, we analyzed data from 5,219 diabetic individuals from National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2003-2018. …”
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Spatial Modeling of Yellowfin Tuna in the Banda Sea Based on Oceanographic Factors Using MaxEnt by Sunarwan Asuhadi, Mukti Zainuddin, Safruddin Safruddin, Musbir Musbir

“…Future research could enhance accuracy and robustness by using advanced methods like Spatial Maxent, Monte Carlo Variable Selection, or ensemble modeling to support adaptive fisheries management.…”
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Optimising colorectal cancer screening strategies and target populations in budget-constrained regions through cost-effectiveness analysis: a case from eastern China by Hao Li, Peng Zhang, Yun Fu, Weibing Wang, Ao Xu

“…Objectives The primary aim of this study was to optimise colorectal cancer (CRC) screening strategies and target populations in resource-limited areas through cost-effectiveness analysis, evaluating the best screening methods and appropriate screening ages.Design A prospective microsimulation model was used for cost-effectiveness analysis, calibrated with real-world data.Setting The study was conducted in Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China, focusing on primary and secondary healthcare levels. …”
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From Fibroadenoma to Phyllodes Tumor: Case Analysis of Borderline and Giant Breast Tumors with Literature Review by Justė Kazlauskaitė, Iryna Schmeil

“…Differential diagnosis between phyllodes tumors and fibroadenomas by using imaging techniques such as ultrasound or mammography, as well as histological methods, can be challenging due to overlapping features. …”
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Development of a clinical decision support tool for Primary care Management of lower Urinary tract Symptoms in men: the PriMUS study by Adrian Edwards, Ridhi Agarwal, Janine Bates, Alison Bray, Sarah Milosevic, Emma Thomas-Jones, Michael Drinnan, Marcus Drake, Peter Michell, Bethan Pell, Haroon Ahmed, Natalie Joseph-Williams, Kerenza Hood, Yemisi Takwoingi, Chris Harding

“…Collect NHS costs involved in delivering the new pathway and compare with cost of standard pathway calculated from NHS and other sources. Objectives 1 and 2: development of statistical models and diagnostic accuracy Methods Men presenting to their GP with LUTS were recruited prospectively from GP practices in Bristol, Newcastle upon Tyne and Wales. …”
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Advances in Traditional Chinese Medicine research in diabetic kidney disease treatment by Shiyi Shen, Huiyun Zhong, Xiaoshi Zhou, Guolin Li, Changji Zhang, Yulian Zhu, Yong Yang

“…Over recent decades, extensive research has explored the mechanisms of TCM for preventing and managing DKD, with substantial studies that endorse the therapeutic benefits of TCM compounds and single agents in the medical intervention of DKD.Objective This review lays the foundation for future evidence-based research efforts and provide a reference point for DKD investigation.Methods The relevant literature published in Chinese and English up to 30 June 2023, was sourced from PubMed, Cochrane Library, VIP Database for Chinese Technical Periodicals (VIP), Wanfang Data, CNKI, and China Biology Medicine disc (CBM). …”
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Construction of a Wilms tumor risk model based on machine learning and identification of cuproptosis-related clusters by Jingru Huang, Yong Li, Xiaotan Pan, Jixiu Wei, Qiongqian Xu, Yin Zheng, Peng Chen, Jiabo Chen

“…This research focuses on examining the link between WT and Cuproptosis-related genes (CRGs), with the goal of developing a predictive model for WT. Methods Four gene expression datasets related to WT were sourced from the GEO database. …”
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Associations between Life’s Essential Eight cardiovascular health metrics and cardiovascular mortality risk across frailty statuses: evidence from a UK Biobank cohort study by Lirong Chai, Kai Zhang, Yi Zhang, Weijing Wang, Dongfeng Zhang, Junning Fan

“…Therefore, we aimed to assess the association between LE8 and CVD mortality among individuals with different frailty status.MethodsData were sourced from the UK Biobank of 439,462 participants aged 37–73 years. …”
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Comparative efficacy and safety in low-intensity treatment for acute myeloid leukemia in older patients: a systematic review and network meta-analysis by Wenze Li, Sijing Kang, Yu Jiao, Pengjie Yue, Weilin Dong, Rui Ge, Ziyi Wang, Xiaojing Yan

“…Despite the increasing number of randomized clinical trials (RCTs) and cohort studies in this area, the optimal treatment approach remains unclear. Methods We sourced four databases, PubMed, Embase, Cochrane, and Web of Science, until July 07, 2024, to identify all Phase II/III randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and cohort studies evaluating low-intensity treatments for older AML patients. …”
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Isokinetic Assessment of Knee Flexor and Extensor Strength and Lower Extremity Flexibility Assessment of an NCAA Division III Men’s Soccer Team by Savanna Perkins, Paul Canavan

“…Participants were ranked for risk and given a set of exercises sourced from the FIFA 11 Injury Prevention Program…”
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Patient Participation in Healthcare Safety Practices: A Scoping Review by Shabnam Ghasemyani, Kobra Movalled, Shafi Habibi, Rahim Khodayari Zarnaq

“…Materials and Methods: A scoping review of the English-language literature published from 2000 to 2021 was performed. …”
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Manufacturing Process Development for <i>Bison bison</i> Organ-Specific Lyophilized Extracts: Formulation and Benchmarking of Antioxidant Activities for Nutraceutical Preparations by Alexandre Porcello, Kim Girardet, Basste Hadjab, Kelly Lourenço, Corinne Scaletta, Philippe Abdel-Sayed, Nathalie Hirt-Burri, Lee Ann Applegate, Alexis E. Laurent

“…Lyophilized organ extracts from livestock such as beef or elk are widely commercially proposed as animal-sourced nutraceuticals. Such preparations contain blends of vitamins and nutrients that may be employed for general or specific dietary supplementation. …”
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Probiotics in Sports: Modulating the Microbiome for Performance and Health by Katarzyna Moliszewska, Paweł Kukiełka, Joanna Kośka, Gabriela Łocik, Julia Mazurek, Julia Załęcka, Alicja Nowik, Kacper Dywan, Martyna Musiorska, Michał Błaszkiewicz

“…AimThis review synthesizes current evidence on factors influencing gut microbiota composition across the lifespan, the systemic impacts of dysbiosis, and the roles of diet, physical activity, and probiotics—particularly in athletic populations—in fostering a health-promoting microbiome. Material and MethodsA narrative review was conducted using peer-reviewed studies, meta-analyses, and clinical trials sourced from PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science. …”
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Multi-machine learning model based on radiomics features to predict prognosis of muscle-invasive bladder cancer by Bin Wang, Zijian Gong, Peide Su, Guanghao Zhen, Tao Zeng, Yinquan Ye

“…Abstract Objective This study aims to construct a survival prognosis prediction model for muscle-invasive bladder cancer based on CT imaging features. Materials and methods A total of 91 patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer were sourced from the TCGA and TCIA dataset and were divided into a training group (64 cases) and a validation group (27 cases). …”
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Cost-effectiveness analysis of penpulimab plus carboplatin-paclitaxel as first-line treatment for metastatic squamous non-small-cell lung cancer in China by Luwei Wang, Jiasheng Chen, Lihui Lin, Xiaowei Huang

“…Clinical efficacy data were sourced from the AK105-302 trial, while drug costs were derived from national tender prices. …”
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Are tailored primary care services for social inclusion good value for money? A health economics evaluation with Monte-Carlo probabilistic sensitivity analysis comparing tailored s... by Síle Kelly, Anne Dee, Patrick O’Donnell

“…The analysis compares cost outcomes between SEP who have access to a tailored SIPC service with those who do not. Methods A cost analysis of the part-time SIPC service, based on available Irish-sourced data on the usage and costs of acute care in the Health Service Executive (HSE), and a literature review were used to identify the cost and outcome parameters of the economic framework. …”
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