Key and evolving needs of service providers in women’s harm reduction centers during the COVID-19 pandemic by Azam Rahmani, Maryam Janatolmakan, Elham Rezaei, Malihe Tabarrai

“…Data were gathered through semi-structured face-to-face interviews conducted with ten service providers employed in women’s harm reduction centers situated across three Iranian provinces (Tehran, Khuzestan, and Kermanshah) between January and May 2023. …”
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Smartphones through children’s eyes: perceived benefits and educational considerations by Mirari Gaztañaga, Nahia Idoiaga-Mondragon, Idoia Legorburu Fernandez, Amaia Eiguren Munitis

“…The study highlights the need for early digital education programs that promote balanced and responsible use. …”
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Vaccinating in Different Settings: Best Practices from Italian Regions by Carlo Signorelli, Flavia Pennisi, Anna Carole D’Amelio, Michele Conversano, Sandro Cinquetti, Lorenzo Blandi, Giovanni Rezza

“…Background: The success of vaccination programs depends on a complex interplay of logistical, social, and structural factors. …”
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Predictors of Long-Term Outcomes after Surgical Myocardial Revascularization by V. S. Kaveshnikov, M. A. Kuzmichkina, V. N. Serebryakova

“…Data of Russian and foreign literature show that the long-term prognosis after CABG is largely determined by preoperative factors, in particular – age, set of cardiovascular risk factors (RF) and comorbidity, specifically – severity of coronary and systemic atherosclerosis, incident cardiovascular complications, structural and functional state of the heart. In the aggregate these factors reflect the cumulative effect and further potential of actual cardiovascular RFs, affect longterm risk of adverse events, and determine the therapeutic targets of secondary prevention. …”
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Albanian university students' knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding COVID-19 infection and vaccine: A cross-sectional study by Lumturi Merkuri, Edmond Puca, Fatjona Kamberi, Ilir Alimehmeti, Erda Qorri, Xhejni Borshi

“…Methodology: An online survey was conducted among Albanian university students during April-May 2022, to collect information on their knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to COVID-19, through a structured questionnaire. Results: A total of 906 students, 72.8% females, were included in it. 93.4% of participants knew the ways of transmission of COVID-19; 92.5% had information about preventive measures, but only 30% knew about quarantine and 37.0% knew vaccination as a preventive measure. …”
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Role of Job Satisfaction as Mediator Between the Causes and Level of Burnout: Case Study on Yemeni Healthcare Employees by Nail Abdo Ali Yahya Al-Maqdam, Abdulmalek Hazbar, Faisal A.M. Ali, Ali Abdulqawi Al-Mansari

“…Data were analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (SMART PLS 4). The results revealed that sources of burnout were at a high level, while the level of burnout syndrome occurrence was moderate. …”
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Artificial intelligence, job seeker, and career trajectory: How AI-based learning experiences affect commitment of fresh graduates to be an accountant? by Agung Maulana, Rakotoarisoa Maminirina Fenitra, Slamet Sutrisno, Kurniawan

“…This study grounds in Self-determination Theory (SDT) and Social Cognitive Career Theory (SCCT) to answer the questions and utilizes a multiple mediation model with partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) to analyze survey data gathered from 698 fresh graduates in accounting and finance program across the country (Indonesia). …”
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OSH Management in Small and Medium Enterprises: A Bibliometric Review by Sofia Afifah Hazemi, Noor Diana Abdul Majid, Mirta Widia, Hanida Abdul Aziz

“…This study addresses the lack of thematic synthesis and trend forecasting by offering a structured overview of the field's intellectual landscape. …”
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Factors influencing timely diagnosis of autism in China: an application of Andersen’s behavioral model of health services use by Zhuoqing Li, Xuejing Niu, Patrick C. M. Wong, Huanyu Zhang, Li Wang

“…Additionally, there is an urgent need for specialized autism training for healthcare professionals, the development of structured referral systems, and the expansion of telehealth solutions to ensure equitable access to diagnosis services across regions. …”
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The Impact of High Labour Turnover on Students Performance in Private Higher Institutions of Learning in Kabale District: A Case Study of African College of Commerce and Technology... by Kemigisha, Maryshivan

“…Additionally, stakeholders should establish structured career growth opportunities for employees, including mentorship programs, training sessions, and workshops aimed at developing specific skills that align with both personal and institutional goals. …”
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Promoting active behaviours in schoolchildren using the socio-ecological model in the physical education class: study protocol of the ACTIBESE project by Fernando Rodríguez-Rodríguez, Carlos Cristi-Montero, Natalia Zurita-Corvalán, Caroline Brand, Jorge Mota, Palma Chillón, Anelise Reis Gaya, Javier Brazo-Sayavera, Nicolás Aguilar-Farias

“…In the intervention study, a 5-month continuous training program for teachers will be implemented, focusing on improving teaching styles and enhancing teaching competencies related to physical education and health classes. …”
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Factors associated with client satisfaction and implementation challenges for community-based health insurance in Ethiopia: beneficiaries' perspectives by Habtamu Negesse, Tarekegn Negese, Shewayirga Assalf, Abdu Oumer, Kedir Nuredin, Tewkel Reshid, Kedir Teji Roba, Kedir Teji Roba

“…The quantitative part employed structured questionnaires, and interviews were conducted among a random sample of 782 CBHI beneficiaries using the pretested and validated Ethiopian Health Insurance Agency (EHIA) tool holding multiple dimensions, to measure client satisfaction level and quality. …”
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Assessment of Nurses’ Knowledge and Competence in Managing Preeclampsia at Maternity Teaching Hospital in Sulaimani city by Amani Fadhil Abbas, Peshwaz Abdulrahman Ahmed, Nazera Salam Mena Qadir, Khanda Gharib Aziz

“…Around 56% of nurses reported participating in workshops or programs related to preeclampsia in the obstetrics field. …”
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Digital vs. conventional instructor-led midwifery training in Benue State, Nigeria: a randomized non-inferiority trial by Fanan Ujoh, Anja Dzunic-Wachilonga, Rafat Noor, Victoria Gusa, Roseline Ape-aii, Isaac Ohene, Rajan Bola, Jan Christilaw, Stephen Hodgins, Ronald Lett

“…Students’ knowledge, thinking, and technical skills were assessed using a pre-test, post-test, Objective Structured Clinical Exam (OSCE), and daily modular quizzes. …”
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Exploring medical educators’ perspectives on teaching effectiveness and student learning by Adnan Sukkurwalla, Syed Jaffar Abbas Zaidi, Muhammad Taqi, Zubia Waqar, Ambrina Qureshi

“…First, the Approaches to Teaching Inventory (ATI) was administered to 130 medical and dental educators in Karachi, Pakistan (71% response rate, n = 93), assessing teacher-centered (Information Transmission/Teacher-Focused, ITTF) versus student-centered (Conceptual Change/Student-Focused, CCSF) approaches. Second, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 25 educators purposively selected from the initial sample. …”
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Acceptability, feasibility, and factors affecting implementation of a gender-sensitivity training for HIV providers and staff in Uganda: a mixed methods, quasi-experimental control... by K M. Sileo, R K. Wanyenze, A Anecho, R L. Luttinen, K Weston, B Mukasa, S C. Mukama, S H. Vermund, S L. Dworkin, J F. Dovidio, B S. Taylor, T S. Kershaw

“…Conclusions This study underscores the acceptability and feasibility of a gender-sensitivity training program for HIV providers; further evaluation of the program is warranted. …”
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Impact of multidimensional assessment on anti-fracture treatment decisions in patients with fragility hip fractures within a Fracture Liaison Service by Chiara Ceolin, Stefania Sella, Cristina Simonato, Ester Bukli, Giulia Bano, Valentina Camozzi, Anna Bertocco, Marco Onofrio Torres, Alberta Cecchinato, Martin Diogo, Mor Peleg Falb, Francesca Guidolin, Maria Grazia Rodà, Michele Cannito, Antonio Berizzi, Andrea Venturin, Vito Cianci, Elisa Pala, Mariachiara Cerchiaro, Deris Gianni Boemo, Maria Vittoria Nesoti, Gaetano Paride Arcidiacono, Paolo Simioni, Pietro Ruggieri, Giuseppe Sergi, Sandro Giannini, Marina De Rui, on behalf of the Hip-POS working group

“…To address these issues, various post-fracture care programs, including Fracture Liaison Services (FLS), have been implemented worldwide. …”
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Design and psychometric properties of a tool to assess Adherence to the Code of Ethics in Midwifery by Zahra Kiani, Masoumeh Simbar, Abbas Ebadi, Soheila Nazarpour

“…Finally, Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) was implemented by another cross-sectional study on 200 samples using Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) and calculating the fit indexes of the model. …”
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Level of matrix metalloproteinase-9 and myocardium remodeling in patients with acute postinfarction aneurism of left ventricle by V. D. Syvolap, S. M. Kyselov

“…Level of matrix metalloproteinase-9, structural and functional indexes of myocardium remodeling were studied in patients with acute postinfarction aneurism of left ventricle. …”
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Utilization and dose optimization of beta-blockers in chronic heart failure therapy: a mixed-methods study by Sisay Sitotaw Anberbr, Tilaye Arega Moges, Abebech Tewabe Gelaye, Aragaw Dagnew Lakew, Samuel Berihun Dagnew, Gebremariam Wulie Geremew, Getachew Yitayew Tarekegn, Fisseha Nigussie Dagnew

“…Data were collected through structured questionnaires capturing socio-demographic details, clinical characteristics, and medication usage. …”
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