Mental well-being in Swedish adolescents 2014-2023: A repeated population-based cross-sectional study focusing on temporal variations and differences between groups. by Lena Uvhagen, Johanna Gustafsson, Fredrik Söderqvist

“…Current study is based on four waves (2014-2017-2020-2023) of a cross-sectional student survey (N = 16288, Mage = 16.23). …”
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Periodontitis, risk factors, and their impact on oral health-related quality of life (OHRQOL) among Egyptian Geriatric patients: a multi-center cross-sectional study by Suzan Seif Allah Ibrahim, Mohammed Al-Bahrawy, Aya Hosny Taha Zahran

“…This study aims to provide insights into the broader implications of this disease for quality of life by assessing functional, psychological, and social domains. …”
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Can routine data be used to estimate the mental health service use of children and young people living on Gypsy and Traveller sites in Wales? A feasibility study. by Sarah Rees, Richard Fry, Jason Davies, Ann John, Louise Condon

“…ADP algorithms were used to describe health service use, and to estimate incidence and prevalence of common mental disorders (CMD) and self-harm.<h4>Results</h4>Our study found a subgroup of young Gypsies and Travellers (n = 802). …”
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Vascularised and Non-Vascularised Adipofascial Flap Applications in Tissue Trauma with Tendon Injury, Flap Viability and Tendon Healing a Hystological and Scintigraphical Rat Model... by Mehmet Yucens, Ahmet Nadir Aydemir, Tarık Sengoz, Gulcin Abban Mete, Nusret Ök, Mehmet Rauf Koç, Ahmet Fahir Demirkan

“…These findings provide valuable insights into optimising tendon repair strategies using adipofascial flaps, with implications for enhancing functional recovery in complex wounds.…”
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Quantum Simulation Study of Ultrascaled Label-Free DNA Sensors Based on Sub-10 nm Dielectric-Modulated TMD FETs: Sensitivity Enhancement Through Downscaling by Khalil Tamersit, Abdellah Kouzou, José Rodriguez, Mohamed Abdelrahem

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The time has come to eliminate the gaps in the under-recognized burden of elder mistreatment: A community-based, cross-sectional study from rural eastern Nepal. by Uday Narayan Yadav, Man Kumar Tamang, Grish Paudel, Bharat Kafle, Suresh Mehta, Varalakshmi Chandra Sekaran, Jeroen R J H Gruiskens

“…<h4>Materials and methods</h4>We conducted a cross-sectional study of 339 elders adults aged 60 or above residing in a rural part of eastern Nepal between August and November 2016. …”
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Long-Term Variability in the Content of Some Metals and Metalloids in <i>Aesculus</i> Flowers: A Four-Year Study Using ICP OES and PCA Analysis by Veronica D’Eusanio, Elia Frignani, Andrea Marchetti, Laura Pigani, Mirco Rivi, Fabrizio Roncaglia

“…This comprehensive analysis enhances understanding of metal absorption and distribution in ornamental plants, providing insights into their metabolic processes and potential implications for environmental monitoring and phytoremediation strategies.…”
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Dynamic optimization of support parameters and risk prevention and control during tunneling with fractured surrounding rock: a case study of the Gande’er Mountain tunnel project by Gang Wang, Wenpeng Yuan, Feng Jiang, Yujing Jiang, Peng He

“…The findings have significant practical implications for the construction of similar underground projects.…”
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Enhanced Antimicrobial Activity of Green-Synthesized <i>Artemisia</i>-ZnO Nanoparticles: A Comparative Study with Pure ZnO Nanoparticles and Plant Extract by Noor Akhras, Abuzer Çelekli, Hüseyin Bozkurt

“…The biosynthesized nanoparticles exhibited notably lower minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum bactericidal/fungicidal concentration (MBC/MFC) values against <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i>, <i>Escherichia coli</i>, and <i>Candida albicans</i>, suggesting a strong synergistic effect between ZnO and the phytochemicals of <i>A. absinthium</i> L. Thus, the study confirms and quantifies the superior antibacterial potential of <i>Artemisia</i>-derived ZnO NPs, offering promising implications for food, biomedical and pharmaceutical applications.…”
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Evaluation of the outcomes of equity-deserving individuals receiving services and support from integrated substance use health and mental health services: a pilot study protocol by Hanie Edalati, Christina Katan, Sheena Taha

“…This consultation may also inform knowledge mobilization activities and future studies. This study also recruited staff in different roles from the providing center to rate the implementation of key dimensions of equity-oriented care into their practices and their level and capability to provide integrated services and support to individuals with cooccurring substance use disorders and mental illnesses.DiscussionThe results of this study will inform integrated SUHMH services by emphasizing equity and inclusive approaches, and engagement with the community. …”
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Treatment outcomes of multi-drug-resistant and rifampicin-resistant tuberculosis with and without isolation of nontuberculous mycobacteria between 2018-2021: A retrospective cohort... by Elizabeth Tabitha Abbew, Roger Laryea, Ama Owusuaa Kwakye, Yaw Adusi Poku, Dorcas Obiri-Yeboah, Lutgarde Lynen, Tom Decroo, Leen Rigouts, Natalie Lorent

“…This retrospective cohort study analysed MDR/RR-TB patients in Ghana from 2018 to 2021 across four regions. …”
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The complex social, cultural and psychological drivers of the ‘chemsex’ experiences of men who have sex with men: a systematic review and conceptual thematic synthesis of qualitati... by Edward Mundy, Edward Mundy, Alexander Carter, Tom Nadarzynski, Christopher Whiteley, Richard O. de Visser, Carrie D. Llewellyn

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Does the risk of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) incidence change by day of week and holidays? A nationwide case time series study in South Korea by Whanhee Lee, Cinoo Kang, Hyewon Yun, Harin Min, Jiwoo Park, Jieun Oh, Sojin Ahn

“…Objectives Several studies suggested that short-term variations in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) might be associated with the day of the week and holidays. …”
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Predicting Gestational Diabetes Mellitus in the first trimester using machine learning algorithms: a cross-sectional study at a hospital fertility health center in Iran by Somayeh Kianian Bigdeli, Marjan Ghazisaedi, Seyed Mohammad Ayyoubzadeh, Sedigheh Hantoushzadeh, Marjan Ahmadi

“…Methods This applied descriptive study was conducted at the fertility health center of Vali-e-Asr Hospital in Tehran, Iran. …”
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Optimizing Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis Treatment Outcomes in a High HIV-Burden Setting: A Study of Sputum Conversion and Regimen Efficacy in Rural South Africa by Mojisola Clara Hosu, Lindiwe Modest Faye, Teke Apalata

“…The findings support optimizing DR-TB treatment through personalized regimens based on patient health status and drug resistance patterns. This study provides evidence to enhance TB control efforts in high-burden regions, with implications for global treatment strategies.…”
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Comparative risk assessment of non-communicable diseases by evacuation scenario– a retrospective study in the 7 years following the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant accident by Shuhei Nomura, Michio Murakami, Akihiko Ozaki, Toyoaki Sawano, Claire Leppold, Yoshitaka Nishikawa, Hiroaki Saito, Tomoyoshi Oikawa, Masaharu Tsubokura

“…Our findings have important implications for the need of an assessment of the health effects of evacuations in more localized manner. …”
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A Biosocial Perspective to Understand Antimicrobial Prescription Practices: A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study from a Public Community Health Center in North India by Rashmi Surial, Sundeep Sahay, Vinay Modgil, Arunima Mukherjee, Ritika Kondal Bhandari

“…<b>Conclusions:</b> This study highlights that antimicrobial prescriptions in public health settings are influenced by both biomedical and social factors, supporting a biosocial perspective. …”
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A mixed-method study on awareness, haemoglobin phenotype result accuracy and sickle cell knowledge among parents of children with sickle cell disease in ibadan, Nigeria by Adeniyi Abraham Adesola, David Mobolaji Akoki, Joshua Simpa Lawal, Abigail Olawumi Oyedokun, Oluwatomisin Esther Agboola, Anuoluwapo Agnes Babawale, Biobele Jotham Brown

“…Abstract Introduction Nigeria bears the highest global burden of sickle cell disease (SCD), with significant implications for public health infrastructure and healthcare delivery. …”
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Examining the impact of sex-biased information on health behaviors: a study of HPV vaccination among male college students based on the extended theory of planned behavior by Tong-Chen Lucas Wang, Tong-Chen Lucas Wang, Mei-Juan Zhang, Hualin Zhang

“…The paper concludes by suggesting avenues for future research aimed at developing health communication strategies to enhance HPV vaccination rates among men. Implications and limitations are discussed.…”
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Evaluation of the underground space safety resilience of Chinese urban agglomerations based on the “Pressure-State-Response”: A case study of underground rail transit in 26 cities... by Chong Li, Yibao Wang

“…Differences in underground space safety resilience (USSR) and key pathways of urban agglomerations are issues that remain under-discussed. This study is based on the perspective of resilience genesis, and it constructs a Pressure-State-Response (PSR) analysis framework. …”
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