Assessment of the Current Level of Oral Health Knowledge among Adolescents in Lucknow, India: A Questionnaire-based Study by Shreya Pradhan, Sonali Saha, Gunjan Yadav, Kavita Dhinsa, Soni Giri, Shubham Sinha

“…Poor oral hygiene, sugary diets, and neglecting regular dental care are common issues faced by teenagers, leading to problems like cavities and gum disease. …”
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Evaluation of Fractal Drawing in the Context of Emotional Regulation and Well-being in Contemporary Educational Approaches by Maja Žmukić, Martina Kosec, Deja Muck, Danijela Domljan

“…Findings show a significant impact of intuitive drawing on emotional state, creativity, and introspection. Common expectations included stress reduction (14.09%), emotional regulation (11.20%), and new opportunities (9.85%), with 86.87% of participants reporting that these expectations were met or exceeded. …”
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Epidemiological analysis of self-harm and suicide attempts in Iran: a cross-sectional study in Kurdistan’s emergency hospitals by Armin Saedi, Bakhtiar Piroozi, Ghobad Moradi, Media Babahajiani, Kourosh akhbari, Leila Azizkhani

“…Drug overdose (71%) was the most common method, with a recovery rate of 88% (p < 0.01), while hanging had the highest fatality rate at 40% (p < 0.001). …”
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A Meta-Analysis of Association Between Strabismus in Children/Adolescents and Risk of Mental Health Disorders by Krungkraipetch L, Krungkraipetch N, Threetong T

“…Further research should explore the mechanisms underlying this relationship and the effects of early intervention programs.Keywords: exotropia, esotropia, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, depression…”
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Occupational Health Risk Management Measures for Personnel Handling Non-Human Primate Laboratory Animals: An Overview by LI Qian, CHEN Jiaqi, LI Lihong, ZHANG Feiyan, MAO Huaming, LÜ Longbao

“…This paper also covers common zoonoses, classification of the corresponding pathogens, transmission routes, risk severity levels, and protocols for post-exposure management. …”
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To save or not to save: Knowledge, attitude, skills and effects of an experimental intervention on advancing first aid skills in high school students in Hue City, Vietnam. by Le Duc Huy, Pham Thanh Tung, Dinh Thanh Tra, Le Nguyen Quynh Nhu, Nguyen Tuan Linh, Tran Xuan Tien, Nguyen Vu Phuong Thao, Trinh Thi Le Vy, Tran Thi Hang, Huu Hai Hoang, Vo Van Khoa, Nguyen Thi Anh Phuong, Bui Phuong Linh

“…The training materials were developed based on international guidance on FA and adjusted to a low-middle-income country context, particularly in Vietnam. The training program provided students with essential knowledge and skills focused on the management of common injuries in Vietnam to enhance a positive attitude toward FA. …”
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Assessment of knowledge of primary healthcare physicians in the western region of Saudi Arabia about Hidradenitis Suppurativa by Jumana Nabeel Akbar, Mawaddah Abdulgader Tallab, Sarah Bandar Aljoudi, Houriah Y. Nukaly, Mohammed Haitham Abduljabbar

“…These findings highlight the need to implement targeted dermatology education programs for PHC physicians.…”
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Depressive and anxiety symptoms, and their associated factors among adult, visually impaired follow-up patients attending the Hawassa University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital... by Beza Feleke Wube, Yezinash Addis, Biruk Fanta Alemayehu, Seblework Adugna Etsub, Biruk Lelisa Eticha

“…To enhance people's general health, public health programs must primarily target the most vulnerable populations.…”
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Capacity-building interventions for health extension workers in Ethiopia: A scoping review. by Tigist Astale, Helina Mesele, Sarah-Louise Pasquino, Anteneh Zewdie, Eskinder Wolka, Aklilu Endalamaw, Yibeltal Assefa, Getnet Mitike

“…<h4>Results</h4>Our search strategy identified 20 articles, all published except for one program report. The most common capacity-building intervention designed for HEWs was training, followed by supportive supervision, performance review and clinical mentoring meetings, and equipment supply; the most salient competency domains investigated were knowledge and skills. …”
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Assessing the Acceptability of a Vaginal Self-Sampling Device in a Rural Parish of Cuenca, Ecuador by Dayanara Delgado López, Ana Acosta Bedón, Roque Rivas-Párraga, Micaela Heredia, Carolina Muñoz, Bernardo Vega Crespo, Heleen Vermandere, Marie Hendrickx, Ana Gama, Vivian Alejandra Neira

“…In Ecuador, CC is the second most common cancer; however, screening uptake remains suboptimal due to poor knowledge, low willingness, and limited access to healthcare. …”
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Assessment of Healthcare Workers’ Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices in Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Management in Nigeria by Amaka P. Ehighibe, MBBS, FWACS, Ugochukwu T. Okeke, MBBS, MWACS, Bashar A. Hassan, MD, Andrea L. Pusic, MD, MHS, FACS, FRCSC, Philip M. Mshelbwala, MD, MPH, FWACS, FACS

“…Proper practice was more common among women and nurses but less frequent among doctors. …”
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Patient Experience of Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease: Qualitative Patient and Clinician Interviews Informing the Development of a Conceptual Model by Jeffrey L. Bennett, Asha Paireddy, Charlotte Cox, Megan Mayhew, Julia Stein, Teresa Gasalla, Béatrice Tugaut

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Epidemiological Profile and Antibiotic Resistance in Urinary Tract Infections Among Elderly Women by Francisco José Barbas Rodrigues, Patrícia Coelho, Sónia Mateus, João Metello, Miguel Castelo-Branco

“…Institutional antibiotic stewardship programs likely contributed to this trend. The study highlights <i>E. coli</i> as the main etiological agent in elderly women with UTIs. …”
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Genetic diversity and agro-morphological characterization of cassava varieties provides insight for breeding and crop improvement by Shamal Shasang Kumar, Shalendra Prasad, Owais Ali Wani, Salah El-Hendawy, Mohamed A. Mattar, Ali Salem

“…The qualitative traits’ descriptive statistics revealed diverse phenotypic expressions, with dark green leaf color and cylindrical root form being the most common. These results demonstrate significant genetic variation across cassava cultivars, which can be used for genetic improvement initiatives, germplasm conservation, and short-term varietal release programs. …”
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Among Undergraduate Medical Students in Egypt: Prevalence and Risk Factors by Essa A, Nasser A, Noureldeen IM, Ebeid I, Ebeid A, Ahmed B, Allam HK, Shehab-Eldeen S, Essa A

“…To address this, it is essential to implement counseling programs and raise awareness as initial steps toward reducing GERD prevalence.Keywords: GERD, medical, students, risk, factor, Egypt…”
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A neglected cause of recurrent rhabdomyolysis, LPIN1 gene defect: a rare case from Turkey by Sevgi Topal, Melis Demir Köse, Hasan Ağın, Ferhat Sarı, Mustafa Çolak, Gülhan Atakul, Utku Karaarslan, Rana İşgüder

“…This variant has not been described previously, however, when examined with programs such as SIFT and Mutation taster, it has been considered as pathogenic. …”
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A Qualitative Study of Attitudes Toward HPV Vaccine Recommendation in Otolaryngology Clinics by Emily A. Janio, Cori Walker, Eliza Steere, Aaron T. Seaman, Natoshia Askelson, Nitin A. Pagedar

“…Results Participants were willing to respond if patients asked about the HPV vaccine, although a common attitude toward vaccine discussions was that they were a pediatrician's responsibility. …”
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AN EPIDEMIOLOGICAL SURVEY OF OSTEOPOROTIC FRACTURES IN OLDER RESIDENTS FROM THE MIDDLE URALS by E. N. Gladkova, V. N. Khodyrev, O. M. Lesnyak

“…Statistical analysis was made applying the programs Biostatistics, Microsoft Excell 2007, and MedCalc (demo-version). …”
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Associations Between Oncology Outreach and Patient‐Sharing Measures of Care Coordination by Bruno T. Scodari, Andrew P. Schaefer, Nirav S. Kapadia, A. James O'Malley, Erika L. Moen

“…ABSTRACT Background Oncology outreach is a common strategy for addressing cancer workforce shortages, where traveling oncologists commute across clinical settings to extend their services. …”
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Evolution and trend of landslide research in India based on a decade long publication record by Ashutosh Kainthola, Vishnu Himanshu Ratnam Pandey, Gaurav Kushwaha, Kumari Priya, P. K. Singh, T. N. Singh

“…Mitigation strategies such as informed decision-making, mechanical remediation, drainage system installation, and slope re-scaling were commonly suggested. Among the 31 computer-based programs used, ArcGIS, DIPS, and RS2 were the top tools for assessing mass-movement issues. …”
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