A Convolutional Mixer-Based Deep Learning Network for Alzheimer’s Disease Classification from Structural Magnetic Resonance Imaging by M. Krithika Alias Anbu Devi, K. Suganthi

“…However, medical imaging datasets contain class imbalance as a major challenge, which often results in biased models with poor generalization to the underrepresented disease stages. A hybrid sampling approach combining SMOTE (synthetic minority oversampling technique) with the ENN (edited nearest neighbors) effectively handles the complications of class imbalance issue inherent in the datasets. …”
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Childhood Obesity and Overweight in Ghana: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Prince Kwaku Akowuah, Emmanuel Kobia-Acquah

“…The increasing prevalence of childhood obesity and overweight is considered a public health issue in both developed and developing countries. …”
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Virological outcomes of antiretroviral therapy and its determinants among HIV patients in Ethiopia: Implications for achieving the 95-95-95 target. by Tegene Atamenta Kitaw, Ribka Nigatu Haile

“…The survey employed a two-stage, stratified sampling design across urban areas in nine regions and two city administrations. …”
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Can public health reconcile profits and pandemics? An analysis of attitudes to commercial sector engagement in health policy and research. by Jeff Collin, Sarah E Hill, Mor Kandlik Eltanani, Evgeniya Plotnikova, Rob Ralston, Katherine E Smith

“…<h4>Methods</h4>Using snowball sampling, we undertook an online survey of 335 health researchers, advocates and policymakers, in 40 countries, assessing responses to stated principles, claims and recommendations for engaging with unhealthy commodity industries in relation to key policy and research initiatives.…”
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Decision-making deficits in patients with chronic schizophrenia: Iowa Gambling Task and Prospect Valence Learning model by Kim M, Kang B, Lim JY

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Prevalence of depressive symptoms and associated factors among older adults living in aged care homes of Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Nepal. by Sanju Maharjan, Nujan Tiwari, Sita Bista, Prem Basel

“…A cross-sectional study was conducted among 142 older adults; aged 60 years and above recruited through proportional simple random sampling from six aged care homes. The 15 item-Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) was used to assess the depressive symptoms among the participants. …”
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A cross-sectional evaluation of binge-eating behavior and its correlation with anxiety disorders among adolescents in Northern Saudi Arabia: implications for future generations by Ahmed M. Alhuwaydi

“…Background and aimBinge-eating behavior and anxiety disorders pose a significant public health issue worldwide, as it has severe implications for both the physical and mental health of the adolescent population. …”
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Comparison of computed tomography–guided core needle biopsy of pulmonary nodules performed with and without the coaxial technique by Qun-Qun Zhu, Li Zhang, Fengfei Xia, Yi-Bing Shi, Lei Zhu, Xian-Xian Liang

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The Role of Perceived Social-Emotional Competence in Adolescents&amp;rsquo; Mental Health: The Longitudinal Mediating Effect of Peer Relationship and Teacher-Student Relationship by Zhou P, Yan S, Hou L

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Quantitative Fit Test of a 3D Printed Frame Fitted Over a Surgical Mask: An Alternative Option to N95 Respirator by Suchada Kongkiatkamon, Norachai Wongkornchaowalit, Valailuck Kiatthanakorn, Somkiat Tonphu, Chaiyos Kunanusont

“…The authors suggested that further study on frame material, shape, and expanded sample size would be beneficial to society.…”
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Missed nursing care and associated factors among nurses at University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Ethiopia, 2022 by Chanyalew Worku Kassahun, Kidist Endalkachew, Chilot Kassa Mekonnen, Huluager Kassie

“…Abstract The issue of missed nursing care is a problem that affects the overall quality of nursing care in hospitals around the world. …”
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A predictive analysis of STEM vocation through students’ attitudes to school science classes by María-Antonia Manassero-Mas, Ángel Vázquez-Alonso

“…It develops a gender perspective on the issue.MethodsThe quantitative methodology surveys thousands of Spanish 15-year-old students who completed the Relevance of Science Education Second (ROSES-Q) questionnaire from 2021 to 2023. …”
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Assessing Impulsivity in Adolescents with Borderline Personality Features via an Emotional Contextual Go/NoGo Paradigm by Wang Q, Chen Y, Zhong J

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READINESS Of ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN IMPLEMENTING CHARACTERS INTEGRATED LEARNING IN THE SCIENCE SUBJECT by N. Hindarto

“…<p>Many problems that arise in today's society are rooted in the issue of morality as a result of the marginalization of the values of character. …”
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Knowledge and behaviors of Turkish dentists regarding rational drug use in pediatric patients: a cross-sectional survey by Menekşe Alim, Nurhan Öztaş Kirmizi

“…Abstract Background Medication use is a highly sensitive issue, especially in children, as they have different physiology than adults. …”
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The pattern of problematic internet use and mental health-related internet use among psychiatric outpatients at a tertiary care center by Yatan Pal Singh Balhara, Swarndeep Singh, Rachna Bhargava

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Comparative Analysis of Bioactive Compounds in Pine Resin: Headspace/GC-MS and Direct Injection/GC-MS by Nurten Yılmaz, Mustafa Oğuzhan Kaya, Elif Coşkun Dağgeçen

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Development and application of species ID and insecticide resistance assays, for monitoring sand fly Leishmania vectors in the Mediterranean basin and in the Middle East. by Sofia Balaska, Jahangir Khajehali, Konstantinos Mavridis, Mustafa Akiner, Kyriaki Maria Papapostolou, Latifa Remadi, Ilias Kioulos, Michail Miaoulis, Emmanouil Alexandros Fotakis, Alexandra Chaskopoulou, John Vontas

“…<h4>Background</h4>Development of insecticide resistance (IR) in sand fly populations is an issue of public health concern, threatening leishmaniasis mitigation efforts by insecticide-based vector control. …”
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Structural Relationship Analysis of Substance Use Tendencies in Adolescents: The Role of Childhood Maltreatment, Parenting Styles, and the Mediating Role of Impulsivity by Ali Beheshti Motlagh, Sajjad Basharpoor

“…Introduction and purpose: The tendency to use drugs in adolescents has become an important issue at the individual-social level, and an addicted person imposes enormous costs on the family, as well as the education and health systems. …”
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EXPLORING ATTITUDES TOWARDS STUDENT ICT USE IN LUKUNGA DISTRICT PRIMARY SCHOOLS by Benjamin MANDA KISIMBA, Eustache BANZA NSOMWE-A-NKUNKWA, Francis ADAMS

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