PFO‐ACCESS: Augmenting Communications for Medical Care or Closure in the Evaluation of Patients With Stroke With Cardiac Shunts by Yasaman Pirahanchi, Benjamin Shifflett, Ehtisham Mahmud, Stefanie Brennan, Dawn M. Meyer, Melissa Mortin, Lovella Hailey, Jeffrey Bowers, Vikas Ravi, Julián Carrión, Reza Bavarsad, Kunal Agrawal, Royya Modir, Thomas Hemmen, Brett C. Meyer

“…The aim of the PFO‐ACCESS (Augmenting Communications for Medical Care or Closure in the Evaluation of Stroke Patients With Cardiac Shunts) program (which included implementation of the Viz.ai PFO‐specific communications module) was to determine if there was any change in PFO management due to improved communication between stroke and interventional cardiology teams. …”
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Distance learning methodology and technique in scientific and vocational communication (on the example of the master’s distance course in linguistics) by S. S. Khromov, T. P. Skorikova, N. V. Dneprovskaya

“…As a result of the experiment we can state that 1) the methodology and technique of distance tools in projecting master’s course in linguistics are described 2) the algorithm of building distance course in linguistiс master’s program is developed 3) the methodology of constructing a new model of online Russian universities is outlined.…”
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Harnessing community knowledge and actions to strengthen rabies control programs in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia by Yoany Maria Vianney Bita Aty, Endang Puji Astuti, Florentianus Tat, Wanti Wanti, Johanis J. Pitreyadi Sadukh, Irwan Budiana, Aemilianus Mau, Irfan Irfan, Riny Pujiyanti, Wiendra Waworuntu, Andi Leny Susyanti, Nirmala Ahmad Ma’ruf, Luna Amalia

“…The use of technology (e.g., WhatsApp-based reporting) and community task forces demonstrated promise in enhancing responsiveness. Future programs should prioritize culturally adaptive strategies and expand the operational scope of One Health to mitigate rabies in endemic regions.…”
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Students Perceive Similar Gains in Collaboration, Communication and Professional Skills in Two Distinct Experiential Learning Courses by Michelle Arnot, Jinhee Kim, Michelle French, Sonia Y. Lin, Charlotte Pashley, Rebecca R. Laposa

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Participant perceptions of Range Rider Programs operating to mitigate wolf–livestock conflicts in the western United States by Molly Parks, Terry Messmer

“…Although participants identified a number of benefits (e.g., increased information about wolf activity, extra herd supervision, rapid carcass identification), they also identified challenges that affected program sustainability. Challenges pertaining to trust and open communication were inherent in several programs; however, the lack of stable funding was viewed as a major threat to program sustainability. …”
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Innovative practices in astronomy science education in China – A case study of BJP's science communication activities by Chong Feng, Yan Dai, Bin Yang, Jie Meng, Yuanyuan Fang, Yilin Guo, Xiaoci Huang

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Coordinating under constraint: a qualitative study of communication and teamwork along Ethiopia’s cervical cancer care continuum by Sahai Burrowes, Hanamariam Seyoum Alemu, Natasha Khokhar, Genevive McMillian, Souad Hamade, Roman Dmitriyev, Khoa Pham, Sarah Whitney, Baye Galew, Eiman Mahmoud, Alexandra Lydia Hernandez

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Pilot optimization trial of a sexual and reproductive health program for Latina teens and their female caregivers: A study protocol by Katherine G. Merrill, Jacqueline Silva, Wendy Chu, Gisel Romero, Vanessa Melgoza, Blanca Gabino, Corin Mora, Sara Vargas, Jacqueline Fuentes, Caitlin Kelleher-Montero, Nicholle Courrejolles, Kate Guastaferro, Felicia Scott-Wellington, Susana Salgado, Angela Sedeño

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Non-communicable disease care for persons living with HIV in Peru: A national physician cross-sectional study. by Rebecca Slotkin, Daniel Granda, Diego Cabrera, Carlos Manuel Benites, Patricia J Garcia, Evelyn Hsieh

“…We recruited public-sector HIV physicians via Peru's National HIV, STI and Hepatitis Program's (NHSTIHP) physician registry and by program coordinator referral. …”
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FEATURES OF WRITTEN LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION BY MEANS OF THE UKRAINIAN LANGUAGE (on the example of official-business, epistolary and conversational-functional styles) by Catherine S. Bondarchuk, Olha A. Chumachenko

“…The role of Lesya Ukrainka is determined in expanding the communicative boundaries of the Ukrainian language, in particular on the metaphorization of speech, the introduction of vocabulary, which belongs to the spoken, dialectal or obsolete, in the texts of letters, which can serve as a model for restoring halfforgotten but extremely important for establishing trusting, friendly and warm interpersonal relationships, communication practices in the modern world. …”
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A Framework for Implementing Integrated HIV and Non-Communicable Disease Care at Primary Health Care Facilities in Southern Africa by Maureen Moyo-Chilufya, Tennyson Mgutshini, Charles Hongoro, Alfred Musekiwa

“…This study aims to develop a framework for integrating NCD care into HIV programs at primary healthcare facilities in Southern Africa. …”
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Amplifying Community Health Worker Voices to Examine the Implementation and Scaling of a Community Health Program: A Qualitative Study in the Philippines by Warren Dodd, Laura Jane Brubacher, Monica Bustos, Melinda Kelly Mijares, Krisha Lim-Mar, Lincoln Lau

“…Implementation of the scaled up version of the program was facilitated via clear communication structures and supportive group training spaces. …”
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Evaluation and adaptation of a two-way text messaging intervention in the WIC breastfeeding peer counseling program: A qualitative analysis. by Josefa L Martinez-Brockman, Josephine R Granner, Brice Buchanan, Lisbette Acosta, Marilyn Lonczak, Lori Goeschel, Xiao Xu, Leslie Curry, Marcella Nunez-Smith, Rafael Pérez-Escamilla

“…Suggested adaptations to LATCH include the use of an integrated comprehensive platform, ensuring continuity of care through an expanded spectrum of communication options, the need to develop a PC support model for "off hours" (non-business hours), and the need to obtain local WIC office management's buy-in for the communications platform and the off-hours PC model. …”
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Integration of a vertical voluntary medical male circumcision program into routine health services in Zimbabwe: A solution for sustainable HIV prevention. by Amanda Marr Chung, Joseph Murungu, Precious Chitapi, Rudo Chikodzore, Peter Case, Jonathan Gosling, Roly Gosling, Sinokuthemba Xaba, Getrude Ncube, Owen Mugurungi, Patience Kunaka, Stefano M Bertozzi, Caryl Feldacker

“…The sustainability survey showed a reduction in funding stability but a significant increase in communications, program adaptation, and organizational capacity. …”
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Racial and ethnic disparities in human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine uptake among United States adults, aged 27–45 years by Natalie L. Rincon, Kelsey Rae McDowell, Darien Weatherspoon, Tiarney D. Ritchwood, Daniel J. Rocke, Eric Adjei Boakye, Nosayaba Osazuwa-Peters

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Comparative Effectiveness of Health Communication Strategies in Nursing: A Mixed Methods Study of Internet, mHealth, and Social Media Versus Traditional Methods by Mariwan Qadir Hamarash, Radhwan Ibrahim, Marghoob Hussein Yaas, Mohammed Faris Abdulghani, Osama Al Mushhadany

“…Clear guidelines on professional behavior online are essential. Overall, the study expands the understanding of communication modalities among nursing students in Iraq and provides valuable insights for health care education stakeholders globally.…”
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Advancing access to substance use prevention for foster youth through digital innovation: an open trial of fostrspace with court appointed special advocate programs by Marina Tolou-Shams, Johanna B. Folk, Margareth V. Del Cid, Jannet Lara Salas, Alison Czopp, Juan Carlos Gonzalez, Tylia Lundberg, Erin Michelle Turner Kerrison, Martha Shumway, Ann Wrixon, Robert Salgado, Jill Duerr Berrick

“…Findings are informing the subsequent hybrid implementation-effectiveness trial design of FostrSpace with 400 youth-CASA dyads across 10 CASA programs in California. Trial registration Retrospectively registered.…”
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Integrated Approaches for the Delivery of Maternal and Child Health Services with Childhood Immunization Programs in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: Systematic Review Update 2011... by Monica P. Shah, Christopher J. Morgan, James G. Beeson, Elizabeth Peach, Jessica Davis, Barbara McPake, Aaron S. Wallace

“…This study has identified key implementation considerations relevant to both childhood and adult vaccination programs. More research is needed regarding costs and client preferences.…”
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Investing in Women Scientists: Accelerating Progress through Inclusive Science Writing by Sheba Nakacubo Gitta, Chukwuma David Umeokonkwo

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589 Who you gonna call? The Data Group: Creating a team and process for responding to evolving data needs of a limited health benefits program by Danielle Stollar, Albeliz Santiago-Colón, Kendra Smith, Nicholas Chovancek, Ruiling Liu, Kevin Pressley, Rachael Shaw

“…These requests covered a multitude of functional areas essential to the administration of a limited health benefits program. The following top five functional areas made up two-thirds of all requests: Contract Management (n = 30), Research and Quality (n = 15), Operations (n = 11), Medical Policy (n = 10), and Communications (n = 7). …”
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