Prevalence and Determinants of Peripheral Neuropathy among Type 2 Adult Diabetes Patients Attending Jimma University Medical Center, Southwest Ethiopia, 2019, an Institutional-Base... by Daba Abdissa, Nigusse Hamba, Kumsa Kene, Deriba Abera Bedane, Guluma Etana, Dassalegn Muleta, Asfaw Gerbi

“…Diabetes chronic complications are major causes of morbidity and mortality, among which diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) stands out. …”
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Prospective clinical performance of CoVarScan in identifying SARS-CoV-2 Omicron subvariants by Kenneth Zhu, Manoj Sah, Lenin Mahimainathan, Yan Liu, Chao Xing, Karen Roush, Andrew Clark, Jeffrey SoRelle

“…Rapid results also allow public health officials to make policy decisions in time to reduce morbidity and mortality for sensitive populations such as patients who are immunocompromised or have significant medical comorbidities.…”
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Tailored BEST Exercise Protocol in Heart Failure Rehabilitation by Kevin Triangto, Basuni Radi, Bambang Budi Siswanto, Tresia Fransiska Ulianna Tambunan, Teuku Heriansyah, Alida Rosita Harahap, Aria Kekalih, Ade Meidian Ambari, Bambang Dwiputra, Dwita Rian Desandri, Hajime Katsukawa, Anwar Santoso

“… Introduction Heart failure with a reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) significantly contributes to global morbidity and mortality, necessitating effective rehabilitation programs. …”
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To construct and validate a risk score model of angiogenesis-related genes to predict the prognosis of hepatocellular carcinoma by Duangui Gao, Yuan Lu, Tianpeng Jiang, Qinghong Duan, Zhi Huang

“…Abstract Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is one of the most common malignant tumors with high morbidity and mortality worldwide. Angiogenesis is essential for HCC progression and metastasis. …”
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Impacts of stem cells from different sources on wound healing rate in diabetic foot ulcers: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Le Tong, Le Tong, Le Tong, Lin Tang, Lin Tang, Lin Tang, Bangli Tang, Jianna Zhang, Jianna Zhang, Jianna Zhang

“…BackgroundDiabetic foot ulcers (DFU) are a significant complication of diabetes, with huge implications on patient morbidity and healthcare costs. The objective of this meta-analysis was to evaluate the impacts of stem cells from different sources on wound healing rate in DFU patients.MethodsWe systematically retrieved records via key databases PubMed, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, Embase, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) and Wanfang from the inception to October 2024. …”
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Comparative outcomes of corticosteroids, neuromuscular blocking agents, and inhaled nitric oxide in ARDS: a systematic review and network meta-analysis by Zhiyuan Xu, Xiao Liu, Liang Zhang, Xianliang Yan, Xianliang Yan

“…ObjectivesAcute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is associated with high rates of morbidity and mortality. However, the evidence regarding the effectiveness of commonly used treatments, including corticosteroids, neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBAs), and inhaled nitric oxide (iNO), remains uncertain. …”
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Pengaruh Senam Nifas terhadap Penurunan Tinggi Fundus Uteri pada Ibu Post Partum di RSUP DR. M. Djamil Padang by Nurniati Tianastia Rullynil, Ermawati ., Lisma Evareny

“…<br />Kata kunci: senam nifas, tinggi fundus uteri, post partum</p><p>Abstract<br />Hemorrhage is a major cause of maternal morbidity and mortality in the puerperium, about 50%-60% of hemorrhage occurs due to failure of myometrium to contract completely. …”
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Meta Analysis of Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase (MTHFR) C677T polymorphism and its association with folate and colorectal cancer by Meng Ye, Guojie Xu, Liming Zhang, Zhihui Kong, Zhenhua Qiu

“…Amount folate intakes might reduce the morbidity of CRC for people in MTHFR 677TT genotype (OR = 0.68; 95% CI: 0.48,0.96; P = 0.03). …”
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One-Year Review Of Reduced Fetal Movements In Izzat Ali Shah MCH Center: A Predictor Of Poor Perinatal Outcome by Humera Rani, Gulwish Salahuddin, Ayesha Naz, Noreen Majeed, Faiza Safdar, Shazia Rafique

“…The purpose is to reduce perinatal morbidity and mortality. Methodology: This Prospective, Observational study was conducted at Izzat Ali Shah Maternal and child health center, unit III Gynae, Wah medical college Wah Cantt, from January 2019 to December 2019. …”
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Evolution of the microbiota of wound infections in military personnel during the full-scale russian invasion: a retrospective cohort study (2022–2024) by N.A. Beley, O.A. Loskutov, A.M. Strokan, O.B. Izmaylova

“…Infectious complications remain one of the main causes of mortality and morbidity in blast injury among military personnel. …”
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The Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on the Diagnosis, Treatment, and Outcomes of Colorectal Cancer in Singapore by Hui Lionel Raphael Chen, Piea Peng Lee, Yun Zhao, Wei Hao Caleb Ng, Jiashen Zhao, Yu En Christopher Tan, Bo Jie Sean Loh, Kah-Hoe Pierce Chow, Hiang Khoon Tan, Kwong-Wei Emile Tan

“…Healthcare policies should facilitate early cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment to reduce cancer-related morbidity for future pandemics.…”
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Bacterial Profiles and Antibiotic Resistance in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Patients with Exacerbation and Type 2 Respiratory Failure at Adam Malik General Hospital by Lia Mutia Annisa, Fajrinur Syarani, Andika Pradana, Erna Mutiara

“…Bacterial infections may trigger COPD exacerbations, leading to more severe symptoms as well as increased morbidity and mortality rates. This study aimed to investigate the bacterial profiles and antibiotic resistance in COPD patients who had experienced exacerbation and type 2 respiratory failure at Adam Malik Central General Hospital, Medan, Indonesia. …”
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Prevalence and contributors to anaemia among children aged 6 to 59 months in Kyangwali Refugee settlement, Western Uganda: a cross-sectional study by Christine Nakimera, Philip Bright Bwajojo, William Kaweesa, Joan Nampiima, Faith Chebet, Sharifah Namuwawu, Martin Bwemage, Moses Nuwabasa, Regina Ndagire, Allan Lugaajju, Joel Tumwebaze, Catherine Nassozi Lwanira

“…Abstract Background Anaemia is a major cause of morbidity among children under five years in Uganda. …”
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Attributable risk factors for asymptomatic malaria and anaemia and their association with cognitive and psychomotor functions in schoolchildren of north-eastern Tanzania. by Geofrey Makenga, Vito Baraka, Filbert Francis, Daniel T R Minja, Samwel Gesase, Edna Kyaruzi, George Mtove, Swabra Nakato, Rashid Madebe, Sif R Søeborg, Kathrine H Langhoff, Helle S Hansson, Michael Alifrangis, John P A Lusingu, Jean-Pierre Van Geertruyden

“…This study was a comprehensive baseline survey, within the scope of a randomised, controlled trial on the effectiveness and safety of antimalarial drugs in preventing malaria and its related morbidity in schoolchildren. We enrolled 1,587 schoolchildren from 7 primary schools located in Muheza, north-eastern Tanzania. …”
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Differentiations in Illness Duration, Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone, Glucose and P300 Latency Between Drug-Na&iuml;ve Unipolar and Bipolar Depression: A Comparative Cross-Sectional S... by Li C, Yang L, Zhang Q, Zhang Y, Li R, Jia F, Wang L, Ma X, Yao K, Tian H, Liu Z, Zhuo C

“…Chao Li,1,2 Lei Yang,1,2 Qiuyu Zhang,1,2 Ying Zhang,1,2 Ranli Li,1,2 Feng Jia,1,2 Lina Wang,1,2 Xiaoyan Ma,1,2 Kaifang Yao,1,2 Hongjun Tian,3,&ast; Zengxun Liu,4,&ast; Chuanjun Zhuo1,2,&ast; 1Computational Biology and Animal Imaging Center (CBAC), Tianjin Anding Hospital, Nankai University Affiliated Tianjin Anding Hospital, Tianjin Medical University Affiliated Tianjin Anding Hospital, Tianjin Medical University Affiliated Tianjin Mental Health Center, Tianjin, 300222, People’s Republic of China; 2Laboratory of Psychiatric-Neuroimaging-Genetic and Co-morbidity (PNGC_Lab), Tianjin Anding Hospital, Tianjin Mental Health Center of Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, 300222, People’s Republic of China; 3Department of Psychiatry, Tianjin Fourth Center Hospital, Nankai University Affiliated Tianjin Fourth Center Hospital, Tianjin, 300140, People’s Republic of China; 4Department of Psychiatry, Shandong Mental Health Center, Jinan, 250014, People’s Republic of China&ast;These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Chuanjun Zhuo, Tianjin Anding Hospital, Nankai University Affiliated Tianjin Anding Hospital, Tianjin Medical University Affiliated Tianjin Anding Hospital, Tianjin Medical University Affiliated Tianjin Mental Health Center, Tianjin, 300222, People’s Republic of China, Tel/Fax +86-22-24394542, Email chuanjunzhuotjmh@163.comBackground: Distinguishing bipolar depression (BD) from unipolar depression (UD) remains a major clinical challenge, especially in drug-naïve patients. …”
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Prevalence and determinants of full vaccination coverage according to the national schedule among children aged 12–35 months in Ghana by Berhan Tekeba, Tadesse Tarik Tamir, Alebachew Ferede Zegeye

“…Abstract Universal immunization of children against common vaccine-preventable diseases is crucial in reducing infant and child morbidity and mortality. Assessing the vaccination coverage is a key step to improve utilization and coverage of vaccines for under-five children. …”
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Role of preconception nutrition supplements in maternal anemia and intrauterine growth: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Sumera Aziz Ali, Jeanine Genkinger, Ka Kahe, Linda Valeri, Nayab Khowaja, Nancy F. Krebs, Louise Kuhn

“…Abstract Background Impaired intrauterine growth, a significant global health problem, contributes to a higher burden of infant morbidity and mortality, mainly in resource-poor settings. …”
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The Association Between Medication Adherence, Internalized Stigma and Social Support Among Outpatients with Major Depressive Disorder in a Malaysian Hospital: A Cross-Sectional Stu... by Halim R, Kaur M, Syed Mokhtar SS, Chemi N, Sajatovic M, Tan YK, Siau CS, Ng CG

“…Rahilah Halim,1,&ast; Manveen Kaur,2,&ast; Sharifah Suziah Syed Mokhtar,1 Norliza Chemi,1 Martha Sajatovic,3 Yee Kee Tan,4 Ching Sin Siau,4 Chong Guan Ng2 1Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health, Hospital Kajang, Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia; 2Psychological Medicine Department, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; 3Neurological and Behavioral Outcomes Center, University Hospital Cleveland Medical Center & Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, OH, USA; 4Centre for Community Health Studies (Reach), Faculty of Health Sciences, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia&ast;These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Manveen Kaur, Psychological Medicine Department, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Email manveen@um.edu.my Ching Sin Siau, Centre for Community Health Studies, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan, Malaysia, Email chingsin.siau@ukm.edu.myBackground: Internalized stigma and medication non-adherence pose significant challenges for treating major depressive disorder (MDD), leading to disability, increased suicide risk, and morbidity. Limited data exists on modifiable factors associated with adherence in lower-resourced settings like Malaysia. …”
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Association between weight-adjusted-waist index and long-term prognostic outcomes in cardiovascular disease patients: results from the NHANES 1999–2018 study by Hanbin Li, Wen Zhong, Hongxin Cheng, Shiqi Wang, Ran Li, Lu Wang, Chengqi He, Quan Wei

“…Abstract Background As cardiovascular disease (CVD) morbidity and mortality increase yearly, this study aimed to explore the potential of the weight-adjusted-waist index (WWI) and its relation to long-term mortality in patients with CVD. …”
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Immunogenetics of longevity and its association with human endogenous retrovirus K by Lisa M. James, Lisa M. James, Lisa M. James, Apostolos P. Georgopoulos, Apostolos P. Georgopoulos, Apostolos P. Georgopoulos, Apostolos P. Georgopoulos

“…Here we tested the hypothesis that certain HLA alleles may promote longevity by enhanced ability to counter virus antigens that may otherwise contribute to morbidity and mortality.MethodsWe utilized high-resolution genotyping to characterize HLA and apolipoprotein E in a large sample (N = 986) of participants (469 men, 517 women) ranging in age from 24 to 90+ years old (mean age: 58.10 years) and identified 244 HLA alleles that occurred in the sample. …”
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