Modifiable early life risk factors for dental calculus in dogs: a retrospective cross-sectional study in Finland by Manal B. M. Hemida, Sarah Holm, Mia Eklundh, Anna Hielm-Björkman

“…Abstract Background Dental calculus (DC) in dogs is a common oral health issue that can result in discomfort and may lead to systemic complications, if not managed effectively. …”
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Medication Adherence in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes: A Comprehensive Qualitative Meta-Synthesis of Factors in the MENA Region by Al-Salmi N, Muliira JK, Lazarus ER

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Lifestyle factors associated with being overweight and obesity in children and adolescents: a cross-sectional study in Zhejiang, China by Xiaoting Pan, Chaoyi Jiang, Wenqing Wang, Jianfeng Lin

“…This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of overweight and obesity in this demographic, explore associations with lifestyle factors, and propose strategies for health promotion.MethodsThis study combines a questionnaire survey with field interviews. …”
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Incidence and Associated Risk Factors of Neonatal Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip in Saudi Arabia: A Retrospective Cohort Study by Sayed J, Abdulwahab IJ, Aldaadi BB, Eltahan A, Alzahrani NA, Aburiziza AJ, Alzahrani GAM

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Assessment of disordered eating attitudes and associated factors among female undergraduates at Arba Minch University, Southern Ethiopia by Addisalem Damtie Aserese, Melkamu Merid, Asmare Getie, Yosef Belayhun

“…Early identification of disordered eating attitudes is critical for preventing the progression to more severe forms of eating disorders; however, there is limited evidence on this issue among university students in Ethiopia. Therefore, this study aimed to assess disordered eating attitudes and their associated factors among female students at Arba Minch University, Arba Minch, Southern Ethiopia, in 2023. …”
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Factors associated with overall and high-risk return visits to the emergency department: a vital sign trajectory approach by Hsiao-Chia Wang, Cheng-Chung Fang, Chien-Hua Huang, Jun-Wan Gao, Jiann-Hwa Chen, Chu-Lin Tsai

“…Abstract Background For patients and emergency department (ED) physicians, return visits to the ED represent a potentially detrimental issue. In this study, our goal was to examine factors associated with overall and high-risk ED revisits. …”
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Effects of some socio-economic, demographic and life style factors on the prevalence of thinness among pre-school children by Pushpa Lata Tigga, Jaydip Sen, Nitish Mondal

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Factors Influencing Cardiac Rehabilitation Compliance in Elderly Myocardial Infarction Patients and the Development of a Nomogram Prediction Model by Zhou B, Yan J, Wang Q, He Q, Ao W, Yang Y, Ren Y

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Prevalence and factors associated with substance abuse among adolescents in public and private secondary schools in Katsina State, Nigeria by Aminu Lawal, Suleiman Bello Abdullahi, Abdulhakeem Abayomi Olorukooba, Khadeejah Liman Hamza, Bilkisu Usman, Amir Abdulkadir, Shaimau Kabir Abba, Shamsuddeen Suleiman Yahaya, Nafisa Sani Nass, Lawal Amadu, Zaharaddeen Babandi Shuaibu, Salamatu Belgore, Hadiza Iliyasu, Umar Muhammad Umar, Bashar Muhammad Jibril, Suleiman Saidu Bashir, Adam Ahmad, Fahad Abubakar Saulawa, Muawiyyah Sufiyan Babale, Alhaji Aliyu Abubakar

“…Abstract Background Globally, substance abuse has been identified as a major public health issue. The aim of the study was to determine and compare the prevalence, pattern, and predictors of substance abuse among adolescents in public and private day secondary schools in Katsina State. …”
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Variations in sex differences in major cardiometabolic risk factors by age and menopause status: results from the UK Biobank by Mark Woodward, Paul Muntner, Katie Harris, Rebecca Kathe Kelly

“…We addressed this issue in a large population cohort.Methods UK Biobank participants with ≥1 risk factor measured at baseline were included. …”
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Retrospective Analysis of Factors Influencing Clinical Outcomes of Revision Surgery for Periprosthetic Infection After Unicondylar Knee Arthroplasty by Cao X, Zhao Z, Zhang C, Gao B, Dong R, Ma L

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Post-TACE ALBI-Score Trajectory in Intermediate and Advanced Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Prognostic Implications and Influencing Factors Analysis by Li J, Feng T, Cui C, Wang H, Su T, Jin L, Zhao X, Xiao W

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Prevalence of Postpartum Anemia and Associated Risk Factors in Najran Hospitals, Saudi Arabia; A Retrospective Observational Study by Alshahrani MS, Al Mansour AS, Alkazaim SH, Alshamrani SA, Alyami NA, Alessa MR, Alwadai NM, AL Mustanyir HA, Alrefaei AK, Al-shadadi FA

“…This growing public health issue is a leading cause of complications that can affect maternal health and increase the risk of morbidity and mortality. …”
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Knowledge, attitudes, and factors associated with vertical transmission of hepatitis B among pregnant women in Gurage Zone, Ethiopia by Aynalem Belay, Abdulaziz Assefa, Fentahun Tamene Zeleke, Mulugeta Animaw, Muche Argaw, Fikremariam Endeshaw, Samrawit Birhanu Alemu, Ayele Sahile, Mangistu Abera

“…Abstract Hepatitis B virus is a highly contagious virus and a significant public health issue globally. Its prevalence among the general and prenatal populations indicates its endemicity in Ethiopia. …”
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Exploring Influencing Factors on Health Literacy Knowledge and Experience Among Healthcare Providers: A Cross-Sectional Study by Khraim F, Elshatarat RA, Wolsey C, Johnson J, Schnurman D, Alhalaiqa F, Al-Hassan M, Al-Farsi A

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A Prospective Nested Case-Control Study of Risk Factors for Postoperative Delirium in Elderly Patients with Colorectal Cancer by Cui X, Cao N, Tian S, Liu Y, Xiang J

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Comparison of obesity prevalence and associated factors among Thai patients with type 2 diabetes between 2014 and 2018 by Methavee Poochanasri, Chutawat Kookanok, Wisit Kaewput, Ram Rangsin, Nattapol Sathavarodom, Apussanee Boonyavarakul, Parinya Samakkarnthai

“…Abstract Background Obesity is an emerging public health issue and a significant risk factor for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). …”
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A 5-year retrospective study of demographic, anamnestic, and clinical factors related to psychiatric hospitalizations of adolescent patients by Di Lorenzo R, Cimino N, Di Pietro E, Pollutri G, Neviani V, Ferri P

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Analysis of sub-health status and related factors in medical students in the Chinese Mainland from the perspective of health ecology by Yifan Jiang, Xuan Wang, Min Zhang, Zhiyong Xu, Yibo Wu, Liang Chen

“…Conclusions Medical students in mainland China have a high rate of SHS, indicating it’s a pressing public health issue for them. Factors like mental health, internet use problems, and health literacy are linked to SHS occurrence in this group. …”
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Factors Associated with Initial Treatment Failure in Inpatients with Exacerbation of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Cohort Study by Kohyama N, Hirai K, Sagara H, Sato MT, Ohbayashi M, Kogo M

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