The capacity and training needs of primary health care workers in Nyeri and Nakuru counties of Kenya: a cross-sectional study by Josphat Martin Muchangi, Kioko Kithuki, Sarah Jebet Kosgei, Mary Mathenge, Deborah Kioko, Bryson Sifuma, Billian Sawenja, Samuel Kamau

“…We targeted healthcare workers of all cadres within the health facilities, and included all who consented to participating. Structured self-administered pen-and-paper questionnaires were used for data collection, and a five-point Likert scale was used to measure the perceived capacity of the healthcare workers to provide primary healthcare. …”
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Glycemic control and associated factors in patients with type 2 diabetes in Southwest Ethiopia: a prospective observational study by Aster Wakjira Garedo, Gorfineh Teshome Tesfaye, Rahel Tamrat, Evelien Wynendaele

“…Methods This institution-based prospective observational study was conducted among 420 patients with type 2 diabetes at Jimma Medical Center’s diabetic clinics. A pretested structured interviewer-administered questionnaire was used to collect data, and a checklist was used to assess patient documents. …”
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Delving into the Elements Impacting Treatment Acceptance among patients with Substance Use Disorder using Health Belief Model: a qualitative study by Sarah Hazem Muslim, Ali Azeez Al-Jumaili, Hadeer Akram Al-Ani

“…Methods This qualitative study included face-to-face semi-structured interviews with patients having SUD relying on the Health Belief Model. …”
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Exploring the Learning Needs for Discharge Planning Among Postoperative Orthopedic Patients: A Scoping Review by Rahayu U, Ibrahim K, Herman H

“…The findings highlight gaps in patient education, particularly in pain management, complication recognition, and post-discharge support.Conclusion: This scoping review highlights gaps in patient education and underscores the need for structured, comprehensive discharge planning. The reviewed literature suggests a potential link between improved patient education and better recovery outcomes, fewer complications, and greater adherence to rehabilitation programs. …”
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Exploring Factors Influencing Dietary Management in Chinese Chronic Kidney Disease Patients Based on the COM-B Model: A Qualitative Study by Zhang N, Fan S, Wang S, Zhao Y, Liu H, Wei Y, Li Z, Wang W, Liu F

“…Given this knowledge gap, we aimed to explore the factors influencing dietary management in patients with chronic kidney disease based on the capability, opportunity, motivation, and behavior (COM-B) model and provide culturally suitable insights for the creation of focused interventions.Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted between September and November 2024 at the Department of Nephrology, Affiliated Central Hospital of Jiangnan University, with 45 participants, including 19 patients with chronic kidney disease, 10 caregivers, and 16 healthcare professionals. …”
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Injury Epidemiology and Risk Factors in Female Kabaddi Athletes: Insights from Event PON XXI 2024 for Enhanced Prevention and Management by Ahmad Al Munawar, Şenay Şen, Filli Azadi

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Considerations When Designing Inclusive Digital Health Solutions for Older Adults Living With Frailty or Impairments by Emilie Kauffeldt Wegener, Jenny M Bergschöld, Sverre Bergh, Ad van Berlo, Camilla Wong Schmidt, Afroditi Konidari, Lars Kayser

“…Based on our experiences with the Smart Inclusive Living Environments project, we have formed a proposal for how design guidelines for sociotechnical innovation projects can be structured, backed up with reflections based on our experiences. …”
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Experiences and Perceptions of Chinese Elderly Dry Eye Patients Seeking Health Behavior Management: A Qualitative Study Based on a Health Belief Model by Tang Y, Yi L, Ma Y, Liu Q, Zhang Y, Wang S, Zeng J, Cheng W, Li R

“…Yuanyuan Tang,1 Lan Yi,2 Yanjie Ma,1 Qiqi Liu,3 Yifan Zhang,3 Simeng Wang,1 Jia Zeng,1 Wenlin Cheng,4 Rui Li4 1Wuxi Medical College, The Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, 214122, People’s Republic of China; 2Ophthalmology Centre, The Tongren Hospital Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200335, People’s Republic of China; 3Nursing College, The Beihua University, Jilin, Jilin Province, 132000, People’s Republic of China; 4Department of Nursing, The Tongren Hospital Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200335, People’s Republic of ChinaCorrespondence: Rui Li, Department of Nursing, The Tongren Hospital Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, No. 1111 Xianxia Road, Changning District, Shanghai, People’s Republic of China, Tel +8618616365160, Email 18616365160@163.comAim: This study aims to explore the life experiences and health behavior management experiences of elderly patients with dry eye disease, and to provide a reference for improving the health status of patients with dry eye disease.Methods: A qualitative phenomenological design was employed to collect data from 16 dry eye patients who visited the eye clinic of a tertiary hospital in Shanghai, China, from October to December 2024, by conducting face-to-face semi-structured interviews, and analyzing the data using the Colaizzi 7-step analysis method. …”
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High frequency and duration of social media exposure during the COVID- 19 pandemic are associated with mental health problems among employees at an Egyptian university by Ghada O. Wassif, Mohamed Y. El-Awady, Mariam W. Nagi, Isis M. Mossad

“…Data were collected using a structured questionnaire, which included the Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) and the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) scales to assess anxiety and depression levels. …”
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Innovative aspects of enhancement of management processes in the higher educational institution on the basis of application of modern information and communication technologies by I. E. Zhukovskya

“…The received results can be used in activities of governing bodies, business by structures, professional and higher educational institutions as a basis for development of recommendations about development and enhancement of management processes based on application of information and communication technologies.…”
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Assessment of smoking cessation outcomes in patients with cardiovascular disease: A retrospective cohort study from Türkiye by Yagmur Gokseven Arda, Guzin Zeren Ozturk

“…A CVD diagnosis alone did not significantly enhance success, highlighting the need for tailored behavioral support and structured follow-up. Optimizing cessation programs with individualized interventions may improve outcomes, particularly in high-risk CVD patients.…”
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Translation and Validation of Family Stigma Stress Scale (FSSS) Among Caregivers of Patients With Mental Illness in Pakistan by Rabia Khawar, Imtiaz Ahmad Dogar, Mehwish Shakil, Samavia Hussain, Ammara Butt, Rizwana Amin, Hafiz Shafique Ahmad, Bushra Akram, Ayesha Sheraz, Hira Ahmad, Memoona Aslam

“…All the participants completed FSSS and self-structured demographic sheet. For translating the scale, WHO guidelines were followed. …”
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Co-design of a multifaceted intervention to improve quality handover of medicine information at discharge from hospital by H. Laetitia Hattingh, Matt Percival, Kate Johnston, Georgia Tobiano, Hayley Hirsch, Carl de Wet, Salim Memon, Mark A. Morgan, Rachael Raleigh, Noela Baglot, Brigid M. Gillespie

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Engaging Victims: The Aceh KKR’s Communication Strategy in Data Acquisition by Zakirah Azman, Zurrafiqah Zurrafiqah, Nur Anisah, Nadia Muharman

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Effect of Aerobic Training on Anxiety, Activities of Daily Living and Visual Motor Skills Performance in Children with Autism: A Randomised Controlled Trial by Anju Dhingra, Aarti Gupta, Aditi

“…Characterised by impairments in communication skills and the presence of stereotypical behaviours, individuals with ASD often experience difficulties in performing Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), abnormalities in visual processing and anxiety disorders. Structured exercise programs can serve as an effective complementary therapy for individuals with ASD by reducing symptoms and maximising abilities. …”
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Seasonal variations in public perceptions of diphtheria in Northern Nigeria by Abara Erim, Habibat Ohunene Lawal, Chizaram Anselm Onyeaghala, Chinenye Claire Chukwu-Mba, Olufunke Olayemi Ajibade, Ukamaka Gladys Okafor, Okechi Eberechukwu Nzedibe

“…Data were collected by trained fieldworkers over 12 months via structured questionnaires divided into four sections: demographics, public awareness, perceived risk, and vaccination attitudes. …”
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Non-prescribed drug use and its associated factors among pregnant women in Southwest Ethiopia by Fentahun Yene, Berihun Bantie, Tarekegn Yilma, Idalamin Zinab, Simachew Animen

“…Data were collected using an interviewer-administered structured questionnaire, entered into EpiData version 7.2.2 software, and exported to SPSS version 25 for further analysis. …”
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Systematic literature review related to the theoretical knowledge base for non-invasive monitoring of the biomechanical and visco-elastic properties of the myotendinous complex in... by Ana-Andreea Cristea, Aurelian Anghelescu, Gelu Onose

“…These may include neurological injuries, such as tetraplegia, as well as non-neurological injuries affecting the vertebral structures and adjacent tissues [1,2]. Spinal cord injuries have immense disabling potential, and therapeutic options are limited [3]. …”
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Correlates of physical activity and sedentary behavior in children and adolescents during school recess: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Kang Zhu, Xinyi Yin, Yucheng Liu, Guoyang Qin, Jingjing Jia, Zhenwen Xie, Yang Liu

“…Identifying these correlates can inform the design of recess programs and interventions in schools, while also providing evidence to support the establishment of future recess-related policies. …”
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Enhancing programmatic scale-up: Applying the consolidated framework for implementation research to evaluate decentralized drug-resistant tuberculosis services in Southern Nigeria. by Ngozi Murphy-Okpala, Chinwe Eze, Edmund Ndudi Ossai, Chibuike Innocent Agu, Ifeyinwa Ezenwosu, Charles Nwafor, Ngozi Ekeke, Anthony Meka, Sode Matiku, Beatrice Kirubi, Okechukwu Ezeakile, Martin Njoku, Francis S Iyama, Jacob Creswell, Victor Babawale, Chukwuma Anyaike, Joseph Chukwu

“…<h4>Methods</h4>Semi-structured key informant interviews were conducted with 40 stakeholders involved in the pilot implementation of decentralized DR-TB services in southern Nigeria. …”
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