An exploration of desired abstinent and non-abstinent recovery outcomes among people who use methamphetamine by Alex Elswick, Amanda Fallin-Bennett, Karen L. Roper, Evan Batty, Christopher J. McLouth, William Stoops, Hilary L. Surratt, Carrie B. Oser

“…Abstract Background In the United States, complete abstinence persists as the standard for demonstrating recovery success from substance use disorders (SUDs), apart from alcohol use disorder (AUD). …”
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Enhancing Disaster Preparedness Through Tabletop Disaster Exercises: A Scoping Review of Benefits for Health Workers and Students by Emaliyawati E, Ibrahim K, Trisyani Y, Nuraeni A, Sugiharto F, Miladi QN, Abdillah H, Christina M, Setiawan DR, Sutini T

“…The studies were conducted across a variety of countries, including Indonesia, United States, Australia, Iran, Greece, Korea, Qatar, and India. …”
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Fine particulate matter concentrations forecasting using long short-term memory network and meteorological inputs by T. Istiana, B. Kurniawan, S. Soekirno, A. Wihono, D.E. Nuryanto, B.A. Pertala, A. Sopaheluwakan

“…The objective of this study is to address the issue by examining the most effective approaches for predicting the non-linear time-series data of daily particulate matter 2.5 concentration using meteorological inputs.METHODS: The concentration data of particulate matter 2.5 at Central Jakarta and South Jakarta were collected using sensors from the United States of America Embassy in Indonesia and Indonesia’s Meteorological, Climatological, and Geophysical Agency. …”
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Targeting necroptosis in MCF-7 breast cancer cells: In Silico insights into 8,12-dimethoxysanguinarine from Eomecon Chionantha through molecular docking, dynamics, DFT, and MEP stu... by Maram B Alhawarri, Mohammad G Al-Thiabat, Amit Dubey, Aisha Tufail, Katreen Banisalman, Ghazi A Al Jabal, Eman Alkasasbeh, Esra'a Ibrahim Al-Trad, Bilal Harieth Alrimawi

“…DFT and MEP studies corroborated these findings, revealing that the electronic structure of SG-A is conducive to stable binding interactions, characterized by a narrow band gap (~0.16 units) and distinct electrostatic potential favourable for necroptosis induction. …”
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Factors and Reasons Associated with Hesitating to Seek Care for Migraine: Results of the OVERCOME (US) Study by Robert E. Shapiro, Eva Jolanda Muenzel, Robert A. Nicholson, Anthony J. Zagar, Michael L. Reed, Dawn C. Buse, Susan Hutchinson, Sait Ashina, Eric M. Pearlman, Richard B. Lipton

“…The aim of this study, in a large adult population sample in the United States (US), was to identify factors associated with and reasons for hesitating to seek healthcare for migraine. …”
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Assessing COVID-19 Pandemic-Era Vaccine Uptake and Adherence to Prevention Measures: A Comparative Analysis Among Men and Women Using Lot Quality Assurance Sampling in Central Ugan... by Anguyo RO, Mukama SC, Tasaga C, Bindeeba DS, Senyimba C, Ezajobo S, Nakawesi JS, Mugisa A, Nakubulwa SK, Namitala II E, Aniku G, Katongole SP

“…Robert Onzima DDM Anguyo,1 Semei Christopher Mukama,2 Charles Tasaga,2 Dedrix Stephenson Bindeeba,2 Catherine Senyimba,2 Simons Ezajobo,2 Jane Senyondo Nakawesi,2 Andrew Mugisa,2 Susan Kiwanuka Nakubulwa,2 Eve Namitala II,3 Gilbert Aniku,4 Simon Peter Katongole5 1Department of International Public Health, Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM), Kampala, Uganda; 2Mildmay Uganda, Naziba Hill, Lweza, Kampala, Uganda; 3RA International, Medical Department, Mogadishu Somalia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates; 4Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, Arua Regional Referral Hospital, Arua, Uganda; 5School of Public Health, Gudie University Project, Kampala, UgandaCorrespondence: Simon Peter Katongole, Email spkatongole@gmail.comAim: This study examined citizens’ knowledge and compliance with COVID-19 standard operating procedures (SOPs), vaccine acceptance and hesitancy, and factors that could influence these behaviors.Methods: The study that utilised the Lot Quality Assurance Sampling (LQAS) approach was conducted in eight districts of Central Uganda; Kiboga, Kyankwanzi, Mubende, Kasanda, Mityana, Luwero, Nakaseke, and Nakasongola districts. …”
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Translation, content validity and internal structure of the Brazilian version of the Adolescent Resilience Questionnaire (B-ARQ). by Genara Brum Gomes, Luisa Gatti-Reis, Matheus França Perazzo, Marisa Alves Araújo, Flávio Freitas Mattos, Deirdre Gartland, Saul Martins Paiva, Isabela Almeida Pordeus

“…The short version with 49 items was validated in a cross-sectional study in an adolescent population of high school students using exploratory factor analysis in the Unites States. The 88-item ARQ had poor structural validity with unsatisfactory model fit indices. …”
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Data-Sharing Statements Requested from Clinical Trials by Public, Environmental, and Occupational Health Journals: Cross-Sectional Study by Yingxin Liu, Jingyi Zhang, Lehana Thabane, Xuerui Bai, Lili Kang, Gregory Y H Lip, Harriette G C Van Spall, Min Xia, Guowei Li

“…Factors significantly associated with journal requests for data-sharing statements included open access status (OR 0.43, 95% CI 0.19-0.97), high journal impact factor (OR 2.31, 95% CI 1.15-4.78), endorsement of Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials (OR 2.43, 95% CI 1.25-4.79), and publication in the United Kingdom (OR 7.18, 95% CI 2.61-23.4). Among the 134 journals requesting data-sharing statements, 26.9% (36/134) did not have statements in their published trial reports. …”
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Effects of Microbial Fertilizer Application on Soil Ecology in Saline–Alkali Fields by Xingguo Tian, Xiu Zhang, Guoping Yang, Yu Wang, Qianru Liu, Jingjing Song

“…After applying microbial fertilizer in the saline–alkali field, the number of bacterial and fungal operational taxonomic units (OTUs) significantly increased. In the bacteria, the proportion of <i>Proteobacteria</i> rose, while <i>Actinobacteriota</i> exhibited a significant reduction. …”
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Pre-exposure Prophylaxis Awareness and Endorsement among Adolescents and Young Adults in Tanzania: Insights from the 2022 Demographic and Health Survey by Alpha Johnson Kapola, Rahma Musoke, Glenda Marie Manayon, Hassan Fredrick Fussi, Hafidha Mhando Bakari, Haji Mbwana Ally, Swalehe Mustafa Salim, Zuhura Mbwana Ally, Lynn Moshi, Mariam Salim Mbwana, Habib Omari Ramadhani

“…Targeted interventions focused on adolescents, females, and rural communities are needed to increase PrEP awareness and usage to achieve the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) (UNAIDS) 95–95–95 goals for HIV epidemic control.…”
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The Spectrum of Pulmonary Disease in Patients with HIV Infection by Julio Sg Montaner, Leila Spour, Carlos Zala

“…On the other hand. bacterial pneumonias and tuberculosis tend to occur at any time during the natural history of HIV disease. …”
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Association of genetic variations in the NOS1 gene with insomnia, sleep duration and obstructive sleep apnea-related clinical quantitative traits by YUAN Haolin, LI Niannian, HU Junhui, SHEN Jinhong, GAO Zhenfei, GUAN Jian, LIU Feng, YIN Shankai

“…Regression analysis was conducted to assess the associations between rs7305526 and rs11615756 with insomnia and sleep duration based on the United Kingdom Biobank (UKB) Genome-Wide Association Study (GWAS) dataset. …”
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The Contract for the Construction of Ocean Liners MS “Piłsudski” and MS “Batory” of 29 November 1933 by Jarosław Drozd

“…MS “Batory,” after being refitted and rearmed, served for six years during World War II, before being returned to GAL in 1946 and once again flying the Polish flag.…”
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Prevalence of complications and comorbidities associated with obesity: a health insurance claims analysis by Jay P. Bae, David R. Nelson, Kristina S. Boye, Kieren J. Mather

“…Abstract Background Despite the substantial burden of obesity in the United States (US), data on the comprehensive range of comorbidities in different age groups is limited. …”
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Spatial-Temporal Changes and Influencing Factors of Regional Technological Innovation Efficiency in China: A Three Entity Comparative Perspective by Ye Lei, Zhang Ting, Cao Xianzhong, Zeng Gang

“…Using 31 provincial-level administrative regions in China as decision-making units, this study measures and compares the spatiotemporal changes in technological innovation efficiencies and the factors influencing the technical inefficiencies of the three entities using GIS spatial analysis and Stochastic Frontier Analysis. …”
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The Mechanical Power in Patients with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Undergoing Prone Positioning Can Predict Mortality by Ko-Wei Chang, Shaw-Woei Leu, Han-Chung Hu, Ming-Cheng Chan, Shinn-Jye Liang, Kuang-Yao Yang, Li-Chung Chiu, Wen-Feng Fang, Chau-Chyun Sheu, Ying-Chun Chien, Chung-Kan Peng, Ching-Tzu Huang, Kuo-Chin Kao

“…<b>Methods:</b> This multicenter retrospective study included data on all patients admitted to the intensive care units of eight referral hospitals in Taiwan from October 2015 to March 2016, and in Chang Gung Memorial Hospital Linkou branch from January 2017 to October 2023. …”
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Suitability of Measures of Pharmacy-Based Medication Adherence for Routine Clinical Use Among Patients with Chronic Diseases: A Systematic Review by Jannah W, Khoiry QA, Alfian SD, Abdulah R

“…All of the studies, which were published from 2000 to 2023 and mostly utilized a retrospective cohort design (n = 53), included 17.6 million patients. …”
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Prevalence and associated factors of multidimensional poverty among rural households in East Gojjam zone, Northern Ethiopia: a community-based cross-sectional study by Amare Wubishet Ayele, Yeshiwas Ewinetu, Asefa Delesho, Yirsie Alemayehu, Hayimro Edemealem

“…Furthermore, it is essential to account for the variations in poverty levels across different administrative units and ecological zones to effectively eradicate poverty among rural households.…”
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The Application of Machine Learning Algorithms to Predict HIV Testing in Repeated Adult Population–Based Surveys in South Africa: Protocol for a Multiwave Cross-Sectional Analysis... by Musa Jaiteh, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew A Shiferaw, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya

“… BackgroundHIV testing is the cornerstone of HIV prevention and a pivotal step in realizing the Joint United Nations Program on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) goal of ending AIDS by 2030. …”
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Efficacy, safety and cost-effectiveness of obinutuzumab in patients with follicular lymphoma: a rapid review by Chao Wang, Yunzhuo Dong, Peng Men, Ruixia Zhang, Ying Xiao, Yishan Bu, Yinpeng Qin, Xinran Zhang, Qianqian Dou, Yiheng Yang, Huier Gao, Yi Zhang

“…The economic researches conducted in China, United States, Japan, Italy and Norway had demonstrated that obinutuzumab-based chemothrepy was cost-effective compared to other chemothrepies. …”
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