Diagnosis and management of type 2 diabetes mellitus in patients with ischaemic heart disease and acute coronary syndromes - a review of evidence and recommendations by Muhammad Usman Shah, Muhammad Usman Shah, Alun Roebuck, Bala Srinivasan, Joanna Kate Ward, Paul Edward Squires, Claire Elizabeth Hills, Kelvin Lee, Kelvin Lee

“…Cardiovascular diseases in the context of diabetes particular represent a significant cause of morbidity and mortality with a two to three times higher risk of cardiovascular disease in individuals with T2DM than in those without the condition normo-glycaemia. …”
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Cardiovascular Disease Multimorbidity and Decreased Health‐Related Quality of Life in Haiti: A Cross‐Sectional Study by Shalom Sabwa, Vanessa Rouzier, Rodney Sufra, Reichling St. Sauveur, Nour Mourra, Rehana Rasul, Joseph Inddy, Lily D. Yan, Madeline Sterling, Laura Pinheiro, Marie Deschamps, Jean William Pape, Margaret L. McNairy

“…Heart failure and hypertension showed the strongest CVD morbidities associated with poor HRQOL. In the interaction analysis, among men, CVD multimorbidity was associated with a 4.3‐point lower physical component summary score. …”
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Non-communicable diseases and their associations with outpatient services utilisation: insight from a population-based survey in Malaysia by Jabrullah Ab Hamid, Awatef Amer Nordin, Suhana Jawahir, Adilius Manual, Iqbal Ab Rahim, Sarah Nurain Mohd Noh, Nur Elina Ab Mutalib, Nurul Salwana Abu Bakar

“…This study aims to estimate the prevalence of non-communicable diseases among adults in Malaysia, identify factors associated with multimorbidity, and assess the association between the number of non-communicable diseases and outpatient services utilisation.Design and setting A retrospective secondary data analysis using data from the National Health and Morbidity Survey 2019, a cross-sectional household survey among the population in Malaysia.Participants All adults aged 18 years and above.Outcome measures The two outcome variables were multimorbidity and outpatient services utilisation. …”
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Can Ethiopia eliminate malaria? Malaria burden: insights from the pre-elimination era, current challenges and perspectives by Dagmawi Woldesenbet, Yalewayker Tegegne, Abdulhakim Mussema, Elias Tamene, Kemal Mohamed, Wagaw Abebe, Melese Mekuria, Kasahun Bogale, Habtamu Geremew, Mufta Muzemil Shifa, Mulugeta Aemero Tegegne

“…Previous developments in vector control, diagnostic capabilities, and treatment protocols have led to notable reductions in malaria morbidity and mortality. However, challenges persist, including the emergence of drug and insecticide resistance, compounded by environmental and demographic factors. …”
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Multidisciplinary care in pediatric severe asthma: A comparative outcomes analysis by Adam S. Price, MD, Akilah A. Jefferson-Shah, MD, Robert D. Pesek, MD, Erhan Ararat, MD, Safia F. Nawaz, MD, Matthew Pertzborn, MD, Kim Cobb, RT, Haley Long, RT, Monica Y. Miller, LMSW, Brandi N. Whitaker, PhD, Stacie M. Jones, MD, Scott Stewart, MS, Daniel Liu, MD, Tamara T. Perry, MD

“…Conclusions: The study highlights significant morbidity among predominately Black pediatric patients with severe asthma, particularly those followed in a SAC versus in SDCs at a tertiary care referral center. …”
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Optimization of the management of pregnant women with new COVID-19 coronavirus infection: An open prospective cross-sectional study by Irina V. Medyannikova, Yuliya Ch. Kuklis, Irina V. Saveljeva, Galina B. Beznoshchenko, Elena G. Galyanskaya, Olga Yu. Tsygankova, Galina V. Krivchik, Elena A. Bukharova, Natalya V. Nosova, Pavel V. Davidov

“…Many studies indicate that pregnant women are at risk for severe morbidity, adverse gestational outcomes, and mortality following SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) infection. …”
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A multi-omics strategy to understand PASC through the RECOVER cohorts: a paradigm for a systems biology approach to the study of chronic conditions by Jun Sun, Masanori Aikawa, Hassan Ashktorab, Noam D. Beckmann, Noam D. Beckmann, Michael L. Enger, Joaquin M. Espinosa, Xiaowu Gai, Xiaowu Gai, Benjamin D. Horne, Benjamin D. Horne, Paul Keim, Paul Keim, Paul Keim, Jessica Lasky-Su, Rebecca Letts, Cheryl L. Maier, Meisha Mandal, Lauren Nichols, Nadia R. Roan, Nadia R. Roan, Mark W. Russell, Jacqueline Rutter, George R. Saade, George R. Saade, Kumar Sharma, Kumar Sharma, Stephanie Shiau, Stephen N. Thibodeau, Samuel Yang, Lucio Miele, NIH Researching COVID to Enhance Recovery (RECOVER) Consortium

“…Post-Acute Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC or “Long COVID”), includes numerous chronic conditions associated with widespread morbidity and rising healthcare costs. PASC has highly variable clinical presentations, and likely includes multiple molecular subtypes, but it remains poorly understood from a molecular and mechanistic standpoint. …”
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Assessing five-year trend and socio-demographic determinants of caesarean section delivery in Ghana by Alfred Kwesi Manyeh, Anthony Ofosu, Anthony Kolsabilik Kuug, Atsu Ayi, Comfort Dede Tetteh, Saviour Edem Vidzro, Christopher Tetteh Odopey, Angela Nana Esi Ackon, Evelyn Acquah, Desmond Klu, Mustapha Immurana, Maxwell Ayindenaba Dalaba, Hubert Amu

“…By implementing these strategies, Ghana can reduce C-sections by 20–30%, lower maternal morbidity and mortality rates, and improve newborn health outcomes. …”
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Hubungan Berbagai Faktor Risiko Terhadap Kejadian Penyakit Jantung Koroner Pada Penderita Diabetes Melitus Tipe 2 by Fadma Yuliani, Fadil Oenzil, Detty Iryani

“…<br />Kata kunci: DM tipe 2, PJK, faktor risiko</p><p>Abstract<br />The main causes of mortality and morbidity in type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) patients is coronary heart disease (CHD) which adults who suffer from DM are two to four times have the risk of heart disease than people without DM. …”
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Improving Patient Outcomes in mTBI: The Role of Integrated Nursing Interventions in the Emergency Department by Feng T, Zhao P, Wang J, Du X, Ai M, Yang J, Li J

“…Ting Feng, Peng Zhao, Jiao Wang, Xiaoye Du, Meimei Ai, Jing Yang, Junjie Li Department of Emergency, Xijing Hospital, Air Force Medical University, Xi’an, Shaanxi, 710032, People’s Republic of ChinaCorrespondence: Ting Feng, Department of Emergency, Xijing Hospital, Air Force Medical University, Xi’an, Shaanxi, 710032, People’s Republic of China, Email fengtingff24@163.comBackground: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality, often requiring emergency department (ED) management. …”
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Predictive value of circulating fibroblast growth factor-23 and Klotho on protein-energy wasting in patients undergoing hemodialysis by Xiaoling Zhou, Yang Luo, Yidan Guo, Meng Jia, Chunxia Zhang, Zhihua Shi, Ye Du

“…BackgroundAs a state of metabolic and nutritional derangements, protein-energy wasting (PEW) is highly prevalent and associated with increased morbidity and mortality in hemodialysis patients. Fibroblast growth factor-23 (FGF-23) and Klotho have been proven to contribute to chronic kidney disease-mineral and bone disorder (CKD-MBD) in patients undergoing hemodialysis. …”
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Iron(III)&ndash;Quercetin Complex: In Vivo Acute Toxicity and Biodistribution of Novel MRI Agent by Innuan P, Kongkarnka S, Thongtharb A, Kantapan J, Dechsupa N

“…Acute toxicity studies showed no mortality, morbidity, or significant biochemical changes, with histopathology confirming no irreversible organ damage. …”
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Association between cardiovascular health and osteoporotic fractures: a national population-based study by Jun Ou, Tingting Wang, Ridan Lei, Mengting Sun, Xiaorui Ruan, Jianhui Wei, Jiabi Qin

“…Abstract Osteoporotic fractures are a major public health concern, particularly among the aging population, as they significantly contribute to morbidity, mortality, and reduced quality of life. …”
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Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales (CRE) colonisation as a predictor for subsequent CRE infection: A retrospective surveillance study by Courtney M. Tubb, Marco Tubb, Jonathan Hooijer, Rispah Chomba, Jeremy Nel

“…Background: Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales (CRE) are associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales colonisation is an important prerequisite for infection, and its surveillance is crucial to reduce spread. …”
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Perinatal outcomes and predictors of placental abruption: a retrospective study in an Ethiopian tertiary care center by Mesfin Tadese, Gebresenbet Getachew, Tirusew Nigussie Kebede, Toyba Ebrahim Yesuf, Saba Desta Tessema, Wogene Asefa Damesa, Gebeyehu Shumet Solomon

“…In Ethiopia, the maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality rates are alarmingly high, and placental abruption significantly contributes to these adverse outcomes. …”
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Burden of esophageal cancer in global, regional and national regions from 1990 to 2021 and its projection until 2050: results from the GBD study 2021 by Chengcheng Zhang, Linzhi Chen, Yuqi Xiu, Hongling Zhang, Yuejuan Zhang, Wenjuan Ying

“…BackgroundEsophageal cancer (EC) is a major global health issue characterized by high morbidity and mortality rates, with a notably low five-year survival rate. …”
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Cardiac Myosin-binding Protein-C as a Biomarker in the Early Diagnosis of Acute Coronary Syndrome and Differentiation of Its Types by Ali Abdul Rasool Hussein, Abdulkareem Hamadi Issa, Abbas Naji Muslem Al Shareeifi

“…The early diagnosis of is important in decreasing morbidity and mortality in ACS patients. Objective: To investigate the role of serum level of cardiac myosin-binding protein-C (cMyC), compared with high-sensitivity cardiac troponin-I (hsCTn-I) in the early diagnosis of ACS and differentiation of its subtypes. …”
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Tradition and Development of Lithuanian Terminology by Antanas Smetona

“…The hope is that the morbidly perceived internationality will not overshadow the Lithuanian language altogether and that the new winds of life will not hinder the development of Lithuanian terminology, which will continue to serve the intellectual life of the Lithuanian nation, despite “occasional setbacks”. …”
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Impact of COVID-19 on rheumatic diseases in india: Determinants of mortality and adverse outcome: A retrospective, cross-sectional cohort study by Avinash Jain, Vineeta Shobha, S Chandrashekara, Padmanabha Shenoy, Sapan C Pandya, Prakash Chotalia, Sharath Kumar, Sourabh Malviya, Yogesh Preet Singh, Abhishek Patil, Vikas Gupta, Puja Srivastava, Vijaya Prasanna Parimi, Chanakya Kodishala, Ramya Janardana, Benzeeta Pinto, Sudhir Bhandari, Govind Rankawat, Praveen Pratap Jadhav, Damodaram Potugari, Vishnu Sharma, Alpana Parmar, Sunitha Kayidhi, Paul T Antony, Ashish Badika, Amit Sharma

“…Introduction: There is varying impact of COVID19 on world population depending on ethnicity, age and underlying co-morbidities. However, the lack of data regarding the effect of COVID on patients with rheumatological disorders (RDs) from different nations adds to uncertainty on disease outcome. …”
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Evaluating the feasibility, sensitivity, and specificity of next-generation molecular methods for pleural infection diagnosis by Peter T. Bell, Timothy Baird, John Goddard, Olusola S. Olagoke, Andrew Burke, Shradha Subedi, Tiana R. Davey, James Anderson, Derek S. Sarovich, Erin P. Price

“…ABSTRACT Pleural infections are common and associated with substantial healthcare costs, morbidity, and mortality. Accurate diagnosis remains challenging due to low culture positivity rates, frequent polymicrobial involvement, and non-specific diagnostic biomarkers. …”
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