Associations of dietary pattern, insulin resistance and risk of developing metabolic syndrome among Chinese population. by Liyong Kou, Jing Sun, Ping Wu, Zhou Cheng, Ping Zhou, Nana Li, Liang Cheng, Pengfei Xu, Yunzhuo Xue, Jiamin Tian, Wei Chen

“…Conversely, participants in the higher quartiles of the modern Chinese dietary pattern had higher odds of MetS compared to those in the lowest quartile (Q1) (OR = 1.40, 95%CI: 1.17, 1.68 for Q4; OR = 1.27, 95%CI: 1.06, 1.52 for Q3). …”
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A lesson for post-COVID healthcare: assessment of physical and psychosocial risk factors on perceived pain intensity among urban individuals by Hung Chak Ho, Hung Chak Ho, Wentao Bai, Stanley Sau-Ching Wong, Chi Wai Cheung, Chi Wai Cheung

“…Participants with respiratory disease had the most significant increase in perceived pain intensity (increase in NRS: 1.29 [0.65, 1.93]), seconded by those with known psychiatric diseases and living with special needs. …”
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The feasibility of assessing prognosis over 3 years in persons with a previous stroke/transient ischemic attack in general practice by Eimear Ryan, Harmeet Gill, Róisín Doogue, David McCann, Andrew W. Murphy, Peter Hayes

“…Results All six general practices approached participated freely, and 193/196 patients’ files were reidentified (98.5%). …”
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Empathy and attitude of university students toward students with disabilities in Jordan: A cross-sectional study by Mutaz F. ALRADAYDEH, Izzeddin A. BDAIR, Gladys Marie L. MARIBBAY

“…The study sample was comprised of 303 participants who were conveniently selected. Self-reported questionnaires were used to collect data, including demographic characteristics. …”
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Association of the abdominal aortic calcification with all-cause and cardiovascular disease-specific mortality: Prospective cohort study. by Chang Sheng, Zhou Cai, Pu Yang

“…<h4>Methods</h4>The study, conducted on NHANES participants aged 40 years or older during the 2013-2014 cycle, assessed AAC using the Kauppila scoring system. …”
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Clustering of non-communicable disease risk factors among school teachers: A cross-sectional study in Kerala, India by Mini GK, Sangeeth KS, Anand Marthanda Pillai, Sarma PS, Thankappan KR

“…For overweight participants, physical inactivity and insufficient fruit and vegetable consumption were prevalent. …”
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Analysis of engineered T7 bacteriophages containing genetic sequences encoding antimicrobial peptides by Tobias Ludwig, Daniela Volke, Andor Krizsan

“…The integration of two copies of the OmpA-Api805 insert into the phage genome resulted in T7Select-2xOmpA-Api805 phages, which had a partially improved activity in inhibiting phage-resistant E. coli compared to the T7Select phages without insert and with only one copy of the OmpA-Api805 insert. …”
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The prevalence of online food delivery service usage and its association with anthropometric measurements in Muscat, Oman; a cross-sectional study by Ahmed Yahya Al Kharusi, Safa Khamis Ambusaidi, Marwa Abdullah Al Raisi, Haitham Mohammed Al Mahrouqi, Asma Ali Al Kendi, Muna Mohammed Almatrushi, Mohammed Juma Al Abdali, Sanjay Jaju, Maisa Hamed Al Kiyumi

“…Results: A total of 467 participants were surveyed, revealing a high prevalence rate of online food delivery service usage (76.9 %,359). …”
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Impact of coronavirus disease 2019 on Dental Match residency applicant statistics in the United States of America: a cross sectional analysis by Vinayak M. Joshi, Eswar Kandaswamy, Sivaraman Prakasam, Veerasathpurush Allareddy, Andrew G. Chapple

“…Results Total Match participants increased in 2021 followed by a drop in 2022, and 2023 despite an increase in total MATCH positions offered in 2023. …”
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Validation of the factor structure of the Experiences Questionnaire using Exploratory Graph Analysis by Lena Rader, Barbara Drueke, Saskia Doreen Forster, Siegfried Gauggel, Verena Mainz

“…Therefore, the current study aimed to assess the dimensionality of the EQ-D using Exploratory Graph Analysis (EGA).MethodsIn total, 1,100 participants were recruited online (790 female, 307 male, 3 non-binary; age 18 to 65 years). …”
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25 years of the Institute of Higher Education of the NAES of Ukraine: Achievements and prospects for development by Ірина Драч, Світлана Калашнікова, Олена Слюсаренко, Юрій Скиба, Олександр Жабенко, Леся Червона

“…The In­stitute actively cooperates with Ukrainian and foreign universities, participates in international projects aimed at the development and modernization of the higher education system. …”
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Parental stress and dedication to the education of their children among parents from eastern Peru by Jhomira Tucto-Claudio, Uriaz Navarro, Jessica Aranda-Turpo, Julio Cjuno

“…Conclusions: In the parents who participated in the study, the greater the stressors, the lower the dedication to their children's virtual education, and an increase in parental reward increased the dedication to their children's virtual education. …”
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Qualitative study of antibiotic prescription patterns and associated drivers in Sudan, Guinea-Bissau, Central African Republic and Democratic Republic of Congo by Mohit Nair, Carolina Jimenez, Tonka Eibs, Alena Koscalova, Paul Grohma, Gisa Kohler, Rawa Gafar Bakhit, Mzia Thurashvili, Estrella Lasry, Sandra Wagner Bauer

“…Objectives The objective of this study was to address the knowledge gap regarding antibiotic use in Medecins Sans Frontiéres (MSF) projects located in Africa by exploring antibiotic prescription and consumption habits and their drivers at different healthcare levels.Design This study used an exploratory study design through thematic analysis of semistructured, in-depth interviews, focus group discussions (FGDs) and field observations in order to understand the main drivers influencing current antibiotics prescription habits and consumption habits of patients in different geographical settings.Setting The study took place in MSF centres and towns across four countries: Guinea-Bissau, Central African Republic (CAR), Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Sudan.Participants 384 respondents participated in the study, which includes project staff, prescribers, community members, patients, among other groups.Results Treatment protocols were physically present in all countries except DRC, but compliance to protocols varied across contexts. …”
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Prevalence and impact of combined vision and hearing (dual sensory) impairment: A scoping review. by Tess Bright, Jacqueline Ramke, Justine H Zhang, Gatera Fiston Kitema, Sare Safi, Shaffi Mdala, Miho Yoshizaki, Christopher G Brennan-Jones, Islay Mactaggart, Iris Gordon, Bonnielin K Swenor, Matthew J Burton, Jennifer R Evans

“…Prevalence varied across reports, as did age groups of participants and definitions used. The prevalence of DSI increased with age. …”
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A persona-based exploration of rabies post-exposure prophylaxis seeking behavior and its implication for communication strategic planning: Evidence from Thailand by Jitjayang Yamabhai, Patoo Cusripituck, Teerawan Mingbualuang, Nareerat Sangkachai, Wimwiga Sakchainanon, Chanatda Tungwongjulaniam, Onphirul Yurachai, Ratana Theerawat, Anuwat Wiratsudakul

“…We categorized the participants into three distinct personas: positive, neutral, and negative trends. …”
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Monitoring and Evaluation System for Performance Contracts in Nyanza District, Rwanda by Marie Christine, Umurerwa

“…This study suggests that the success of Imihigo requires active citizen participation beyond consultation, and official accountability that engages local people in planning as well as implementation of development projects. …”
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Adoption of Mobile Payments in Brazil: Technology Readiness, Trust and Perceived Quality by Tharcisio Alexandrino Caldeira, Jorge Brantes Ferreira, Angilberto Freitas, Roberto Pessoa de Queiroz Falcão

“…The authors conducted a survey with 402 participants to test the proposed model, analyzing the data via structural equation modeling (SEM). …”
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The Influence of Fiber Length and Concentration on the Physical Properties of Wheat Husk Fibers Rubber Composites by Maged S. Sobhy, M. T. Tammam

“…From the TGA analysis, a thermally stable property is exhibited, which in turn partially enhanced the reinforcement of the WHF-EPDM composites due to the natural adhesion during vulcanization.…”
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Volunteer activities as a basis for the formation of youth activity in Russia by E. V. Domashova, E. V. Blagovskaya, T. А. Gonohova

“…The role of volunteer activities in the formation of youth activity is of great importance, since volunteer activity is quite diverse, has different directions, forms that allow young people to participate in the process of social development of society, self-actualize in the development of social and environmental projects, in the prevention of various social problems.…”
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THE JARGON USED BY EMPLOYEES OF FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICE (FBS DIVISION) AT HOTELS by Muhammad Nasir Mi'raj Juddin

“…The object is the jargons used while the employees of Food and Beverage Service Division are on duty. The writer uses participant observation, recording or taking note the conversation and documentary techniques. …”
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