Barreras, facilitadores y estrategias que influyen en la participación femenina en juntas directivas de federaciones deportivas chilenas (Barriers, facilitators and strategies tha... by Gerard Foppiano-Vilo, Carlos Matus-Castillo, Miguel Cornejo-Améstica

“…The method was qualitative with a descriptive approach and the technique was the personal interview through the application of a semi-structured script of questions. During October and November 2020, virtual interviews were conducted with women who were members of the boards of directors of sports federations. …”
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“I Don’t Have Time to Exercise”: Determinants of Physical Activity and Diet Consumption Among Adolescents Living with HIV in Southern Tanzania &nd... by Maganga JJ, Katende A, Luoga E, Nshatsi N, Siru J, Sigalla G, Mollay C, Weisser M, Mtenga S

“…This study aimed at qualitatively exploring the factors perceived to influence physical activity and diet consumption in this vulnerable population.Methods: Semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted with ALHIV aged 15 to 19 years (N=22) and their parents and caregivers (N=10) to explore the lived experiences and perceptions regarding physical activity and diet consumption. …”
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Net ownership, utilization and malaria burden in the context of Piperonyl butoxide-LLINs intervention in western Kenya. by Job Oyweri, Patrick O Onyango, Maxwell G Machani, Josephat Bungei, Sammy Cheruiyot, Yaw A Afrane, Ming-Chieh Lee, Daibin Zhong, Guofa Zhou, John Githure, Harrysone Atieli, Guiyun Yan

“…Data on net ownership and usage was collected using a standardized semi-structured questionnaire. Finger prick blood smears were collected on slides for microscopic examination, while dry blood spots (DBS) on filter paper were collected for real-time PCR (RT-PCR) diagnosis of Plasmodium infection in both intervention groups. …”
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Communication and relationships: how patients perceive informational and interactional organizational justice can improve patient-centered care, a study with samples from Spain and... by Diana Pérez-Arechaederra, Elena Briones, Luis García-Ortiz

“…This study aims to improve the understanding of patients’ experiences with health care organizations to enable health care service management to enhance patient-centered care quality. Given the structural differences in healthcare systems in Spain and the U.S., we examined both contexts to strengthen our analysis of patient perceptions that are critical for improving patient-centered care across different systems. …”
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Identifying Shahid Sattari’s Strategic Leadership Competencies: Teachings for Public Managers by Naser Asgari

“…Results The model of Shahid Sattari’s strategic leadership competencies is structured around eight pervasive themes, each encompassing specific traits and capabilities: Belief Competencies: Demonstrated through strong religious affiliation, spiritualism, and deeply held ethical convictions. …”
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A look beyond the needle: high prevalence of injecting risk behaviours among people who inject drugs in Zanzibar by Stephen M. Kibusi, Khadija K. Mohamed, Elihuruma E. Stephano, Angelina A. Joho, Azan Nyundo, Bonaventura C.T. Mpondo

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The Influence of Depression, Anxiety, and Stress on Ageism Among Undergraduates: Mediating Roles of Life Satisfaction, Gratitude, and Prosociality by Chen S, Wan Z

“…T-tests and ANOVA assessed socio-demographic differences in ageism, and regression analysis examined DAS’s predictive effects. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) explored the pathways linking DAS to ageism via mediators.Results: A moderate level of ageism was observed, with significant variations across socio-demographic factors like academic year, physical health, and contact with older adults. …”
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Comparison of AI and resident doctors in diagnosing and managing acute respiratory cases: a retrospective study by Abdurrahmaan Manga, Saher Sultan, Ammarah Yasmeen, Fasihul Khan

“…Exclusion criteria included patients lacking capacity (eg, confusion or dementia), those with language barriers preventing a coherent history, patients with a primary diagnosis unrelated to respiratory medicine, and patients clerked alongside registrars or consultants, because we wanted to compare AI outcomes solely to those of resident doctors.Patient-clerking proformas and investigations were scanned and inputted into ChatGPT 4.0 using a structured prompt to generate diagnostic and management plans. …”
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Barriers and Enablers to Using a Mobile App–Based Clinical Decision Support System in Managing Perioperative Adverse Events Among Anesthesia Providers: Cross-Sectional Survey in Ch... by Xixia Feng, Peiyi Li, Renjie Zhao, Weimin Li, Tao Zhu, Xuechao Hao, Guo Chen

“…A 51-item questionnaire, structured around the Knowledge-Attitude-Practice (KAP) framework, was distributed via WeChat through professional anesthesia associations. …”
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The burden of generational harm due to alcohol use in Tanzania: A mixed method study of pregnant women. by Kirstin West, Alena Pauley, Mia Buono, Miriana Mikindo, Yvonne Sawe, Joseph Kilasara, Francis Sakita, Sharla Rent, Bariki Mchome, Blandina T Mmbaga, Catherine A Staton

“…Nineteen survey participants-both men and women-were purposively selected for qualitative semi-structured in-depth interviews (IDIs) exploring knowledge, attitudes, and cultural beliefs surrounding alcohol use during pregnancy. …”
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Sleep Quality and Insomnia Prevalence Among a Saudi Population: A Descriptive Study by Senitan M, BinDhim NF, Althumiri NA

“…Sleep quality and insomnia levels were evaluated using structured phone interviews conducted from July to August 2023.Results: The majority of participants did not report suffering from insomnia, with only a small fraction indicating its presence. …”
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Prevalence of Edentulism, Associated Factors, Perceived Treatment Needs and Barriers for Dental Care among the Elderly in a Rural Area of Puducherry, India: A Communitybased Mixed-... by Ranjana Ravindranath, Jayalakshmy Ramakrishnan, Vijayageetha Mathavaswami, Vanessa Ravel, Balasubramanian Madhan

“…Policymakers should prioritise oral health promotion programs for the elderly in order to bridge these gaps and improve their quality of life.…”
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DEVELOPMENT OF PRACTICAL SKILLS IN FOREIGN STUDENTS DURING EDUCATION AT THE DEPARTMENT OF PROPEDEUTICS OF SURGICAL DENTISTRY by I.A. Kolisnyk, A.I. Pankevych, A.M. Hohol, V.M. Novikov, E.Yu. Rezvina, M.A. Korostashova

“…Dentistry", as well as during objective structured clinical examination in dentistry. Theoretical knowledge is checked during practical classes. …”
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Barreras y facilitadores en el cuidado de personas mayores dependientes: una visión desde los cuidadores informales en la atención primaria by Angélica Valencia Guevara, Evelyn Iriarte, Solange Campos Romero

“…Method: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with the informal caregivers. …”
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Efficacy of a Digital Educational Intervention for Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: Multicenter, Randomized, Prospective, 6-Month Follow-Up Study by Irene Caballero Mateos, Cristóbal Morales Portillo, María Lainez López, Ángel Vilches-Arenas

“…The intervention group received education through social networks and digital tools in a structured program of healthy lifestyle changes. This was provided by a “Digital Coach” for weekly and on-demand advice and individualized support. …”
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Examining the Effects of the Protection Motivation Theory–Based Online Intervention on Improving the Cognitive Behavioral Outcomes of Caregivers of Children With Atopic Diseases: Q... by Dequan Shen, Qinzhun Zhang, Jiayu Tang, Jiahui Wu, Hui Huang, Yuchang Xu, Yinan He, Jialu He, Chengyin Ye

“…Caregivers in the PMT-CBO group received a 4-week structured course comprising 16 online modules delivered via a WeChat mini-program, whereas controls received routine care with verbal education. …”
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Prevalence of Malnutrition and Associated Factors among Under-Five Children in Pastoral Communities of Afar Regional State, Northeast Ethiopia: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional St... by Abel Gebre, P. Surender Reddy, Afework Mulugeta, Yayo Sedik, Molla Kahssay

“…A multistage cluster sampling method was used to select the study participants. A structured questionnaire was used and anthropometric measurements were taken to collect data. …”
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Particularities in differential diagnostics of epileptogenic brain malformations on the low-field MRI-device by V. S. Khalilov, A. A. Kholin, B. R. Bakaeva, M. Yu. Bobylova, Kh. Sh. Gazdieva

“…In 24 patients were revealed structural brain changes that have neuroradiological signs of brain malformations. …”
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Resource-Oriented Case Management to Implement Recommendations for Patients With Chronic Pain and Frequent Use of Analgesics in General Practices (Project RELIEF): Protocol for a S... by Regina Poß-Doering, Sabrina Brinkmöller, Alexandra Balzer, Viktoria Sophie Wurmbach, Cinara Paul, Regina Stolz, Marco Richard Zugaj, Jonas Tesarz, Michel Wensing, Cornelia Straßner

“…The intervention comprises 5 components, including software-supported medical pain history, 3 scheduled structured appointments, e-learning on CNCP for general practitioners and medical assistants, educational material for patients, toolbox with information on (regional) resources for patients and practice teams. …”
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Post-conflict nutritional status of school-age children in North Wollo zone, Northeast Ethiopia: a multi-center cross-sectional study by Zelalem Dejazmach, Birtukan Gizachew Ayal, Woldeteklehaymanot Kassahun, Getinet Kumie, Muluemebet Kassa, Berihun Mulu Yayeh, Seada Seid Ahmed, Abebe Worku Gela, Habtu Debash, Selamawit Ayalew, Asmamaw Ameshe, Abebaw Alamrew, Mulu Shiferaw Asfaw, Sefineh Fenta feleke, Melese Abate Reta

“…Socio-demographic data was collected through a structured questionnaire, and anthropometric measurements were transformed into indices using the World Health Organization’s Anthro-software. …”
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