Bridging early medical education and health systems improvement: a multi-faceted faculty development program to enhance engagement and impact by Catherine Y Lau, Edgar Pierluissi, Kristin Casey Callaghan, Anna Chang, Lei Choi

“…Abstract Background Despite calls to further incorporate health systems science in undergraduate medical education, the ability for early medical learners to participate in authentic, project-based learning in health systems science and improvement has been limited by the knowledge, skills, and competency of teaching faculty. This study explores the impact and outcomes of a comprehensive, longitudinal faculty development program for physician educators in health systems improvement (HSI). …”
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Improving Balance and Technical Skills of Young Alpine Skiers: Outcomes of a 10-Week Complex Dry-Land Training Program by Alexandru Zadic, Mircea-Nicolae Ordean, Dan Monea, Vlad Teodor Grosu, Rareș-Mihai Pop, Cornelia Popovici, Emilia Florina Grosu, Sorin Simon

“…Limited research has explored the impact of balance training on young alpine skiers, despite its recognized importance in the sport. …”
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Effects of an 8-Week Abdominal Hypopressive Technique Program on Pelvic Floor Muscle Contractility: An Assessor-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial by Olga López-Torres, Miriam Álvarez-Sáez, Jorge Lorenzo Calvo, Loreto Carmona, Lidón Soriano

“…Despite growing evidence on its efficacy, limited research explores its effect on PFM contractility. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of an 8-week AHT program on pelvic floor muscle (PFM) strength in adult women with no prior experience with AHT. …”
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Delayed Transition to 20-Valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine in Pediatric National Immunization Programs: Forgone Public Health and Economic Benefit by Johnna Perdrizet, An Ta, Liping Huang, Warisa Wannaadisai, Aleksandar Ilic, Kyla Hayford, Ayman Sabra

“…Abstract Introduction Despite the approval of a 20-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV20) for pediatric use in many regions globally, integration of PCV20 into national immunization programs (NIPs) is delayed in some countries. We explored the public health and economic benefits forfeited by postponing transitions from lower-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccines (PCVs) to PCV20. …”
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A family-oriented therapy program for youths with substance abuse: long-term outcomes related to relapse and academic or social status by Wang L, Lu S, Chong M, Chou W, Hsieh Y, Tsai T, Chen C, Lee Y

“…Liang-Jen Wang,1 Shing-Fang Lu,1 Mian-Yoon Chong,2 Wen-Jiun Chou,1 Yu-Lian Hsieh,1 Tong-Ning Tsai,1 Ching Chen,2 Yi-Hsuan Lee11Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, 2Department of Psychiatry, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, Kaohsiung, TaiwanObjective: The abuse of illegal substances by youths in Taiwan has become a major public health issue. This study explores the outcomes (relapse rate and academic or social status) of a family-oriented therapy program conducted for substance-using youths who were referred by a judge to participate in it.Methods: The present study includes 121 participants categorized into three groups: 36 youths underwent a weekly ten-session outpatient motivational enhancement psychotherapy (MEP) group program; 41 youths participated in a program that combined the aforementioned MEP program with an additional weekly ten-session parenting skill training (PST) program for their guardians (MEP + PST group); and 44 adolescents who received standard supervision by the court served as the control group. …”
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Efficacy of a Blended Low-Intensity Internet-Delivered Psychological Program in Patients With Multimorbidity in Primary Care: Randomized Controlled Trial by Alicia Monreal-Bartolomé, Adoración Castro, M Ángeles Pérez-Ara, Margalida Gili, Fermín Mayoral, María Magdalena Hurtado, Esperanza Varela Moreno, Cristina Botella, Azucena García-Palacios, Rosa M Baños, Yolanda López-Del-Hoyo, Javier García-Campayo, Jesus Montero-Marin

“…ConclusionsThis study supports the efficacy of a low-intensity psychological intervention applied in a blended format on multimorbidity in primary care. It justifies the exploration of the conceptualization of depression in type 2 diabetes as well as the analysis of the implementation of such interventions in routine clinical practice. …”
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Research on mathematics anxiety in primary school: bibliometric analysis and evaluation of trends by Hilal Uğraş

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The LEG program promotes the development of physical activity and fundamental movement skills in preschool children aged 3–6 years: a Delphi study by Zuozheng Shi, Xi Long, Xulin Yang, Jingang Fan, Jun Tang

“…BackgroundEffectively addressing physical inactivity and the delayed development of fundamental movement skills in preschool children aged 3–6 years.MethodsWe assembled an interdisciplinary team of experts to systematically validate the LEG program indicators using the Delphi method. This Delphi study thoroughly and meticulously explored the insights of experts in the field to identify the necessary indicators of the LEG program’s role in promoting the sustainable development of physical activity and fundamental movement skills in preschoolers aged 3–6. …”
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Effects of problem-based learning approach on enhancement the listening practice by Anumat U-soh, Rohaya Abdullah

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What’s at Stake? Decolonization of Terminology in the United States by Nicholas Gathings, Jennifer Merry

“…This article aims to explore how terminology has been used in research and offers ideas to consider how to move forward with ensuring that the language used in program evaluation and other areas of research is culturally responsive to people and organizations affected by or show an interest in the findings of a given assessment. …”
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PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING: WHAT DO WE KNOW ABOUT IT TODAY? by V.V. SHKARIN, O.V. FEDOROVA, M.YU. KAPITONOVA, S.B. TALIP, N. RAMLI, I.B. BROHI, L.A. UDOCHKINA, S.P. GUPALO

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United by Sports? Key Factors affecting Sports Participation in a Sports-based Initiative to Promote Social Integration in Segregated Communities by Anna Boemmel, Matthias Buser, Thomas Persson

“…Methods Semi-structured interviews were conducted with nine program participants, two youth leaders, and the program manager to gain insights into intra- and interpersonal experiences and perceptions regarding social connections and the development of social capital within the program. …”
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Effects of uncertainty in the design parameters during the design of horizontal gravity oil, gas and water separators by Abubakar Juma Chilala, Milan Stanko, Oras J. Mkinga

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Yoga and victims by Nikolić-Ristanović Vesna

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The structure, role, and procedures of Korean expert committee on immunization practices by So Yun Lim, Han Wool Kim, Young June Choe, Bin Ahn, Hyun Mi Kang, Jiyoung Park, Geun Yong Kwon, Seung Ho Lee, Sunghee Kwon, Eun Hwa Choi

“…In this comprehensive review, we investigated the history, legal basis, operation, and achievements of the KECIP, highlighting its critical role in shaping the country's successful vaccination program.We analyze the KECIP's diverse responsibilities, including deliberating on national immunization programs, establishing vaccination criteria, managing targeted infectious diseases, and formulating eradication strategies. …”
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Evaluating the Impact of a Corporate Social Responsibility Program on Member Trust and Loyalty in a Tennis Club: A Pre- and Post-Intervention Study by Georgia Lagoudaki, Efi Tsitskari, Nikolaos Vernadakis, Georgia Yfantidou, George Tzetzis

“…It further explored whether membership duration influenced these perceptions, with a focus on environmental initiatives. …”
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Association between Dietary Choline and the Incidence of Type 2 Diabetes: Results from a Large Swedish Cohort by Therese Karlsson, Áine Ryan, Bathsheba Tobin, Ingegerd Johansson, Anna Winkvist

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Effects of a SWELE program for improving mental wellbeing in children and adolescents with special educational needs: protocol of a quasi-experimental study by Regina Lai Tong Lee, Sally Wai Chi Chan, Yuen Yu Chong, Steven Wai Ho Chau, Kai Chow Choi, Wai Tong Chien

“…Training workshops for schoolteachers, school principals, parents and student mental health ambassadors in each special school together with a 16-week SWELE program and each last 45–60 min. Unstructured play allows students the freedom to explore, create and discover without predetermined rules or guidelines. …”
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Suharto's population policy in contemporary Indonesia : family planning program, marriage act or compulsory education has the greatest impact to fertility decline? by Dyah Anantalia Widyastari, Pimonpan Isarabhakdi

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Partnerships as Professional Learning: Early Childhood Teaching Assistants’ Role Development and Navigation of Challenges Within a Culturally Responsive Robotics Program by Hannah R. Thompson, Lori A. Caudle, Frances K. Harper, Margaret F. Quinn, Mary Kate Avin, The CRRAFT Partnership

“…The purpose of this research study is to explore how educator voice-directed efforts support the implementation of a culturally relevant preschool robotics program through multi-year professional development. …”
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