Leadership, Environment, and Lecturer Performance: The Mediating Role of Job Satisfaction in Islamic Higher Education by Samsul Rizal, Ismail Rasulong, Sentot Imam Wahjono

“…This study explores the role of job satisfaction as a connecting factor between leadership behavior, academic atmosphere, and lecturer performance. The method used is an exploratory study with a sample of 200 permanent lecturers with at least a lecturer status from Islamic higher education institutions in South Sulawesi. …”
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Fusion of Rough Set Theory, Genetic Algorithm-Backpropagation Neural Networks and Shapley Additive Explanations for the Design of Bamboo Furniture by Zhongchen Huang, Li Ye

“…First, the emotional needs and related samples were collected, and the sample form was deconstructed systematically. …”
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An Assessment of the Satisfaction of Students-Teachers with the Quality of Cultural Programs at Farhangian University in the Province of Kordestan by Bakhshali Aeini

“…The purpose of the present study is to evaluate the satisfaction of students with the quality of cultural programs. The method of study is a mixture of qualitative and quantitative; and a semi-structured interview and a researcher-made questionnaire were used for data collection. …”
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Incidence and predictors of respiratory tract infections among birth cohorts in Ethiopia, 2023 by Fekade Demeke Bayou, Mastewal Arefaynie, Anissa Mohammed, Abiyu Abadi Tareke, Awoke Keleb, Natnael Kebede, Yawkal Tsega, Bayu Hailemariam Mersha, Abel Endawkie, Shimels Derso Kebede, Kaleab Mesfin Abera, Eyob Tilahun Abeje, Ermias Bekele Enyew, Chala Daba, Lakew Asmare

“…Hence, this study was aimed to determine the incidence and predictors of respiratory infections among infants aged less than six months in Ethiopia, 2023. Methods This was a retrospective follow up study using data from Performance Monitoring for Action Ethiopia (PMA Ethiopia). …”
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Prevalence and predictors of percutaneous injuries among health workers in Ghana: a cross-sectional study by Philip Apraku Tawiah, Philip Apraku Tawiah, Emmanuel Appiah-Brempong, Paul Okyere, Geoffrey Adu-Fosu, Mary Eyram Ashinyo, Mary Eyram Ashinyo, Florence Shine Edziah, Florence Shine Edziah, Emmanuel Daitey Amesimeku, Emmanuel Daitey Amesimeku, Priscilla Appiah Baffoe

“…Additionally, limited evidence exists on how these factors contribute to this issue specifically in Ghana.ObjectiveThe study examined exposure to PI and its predictors among health workers in Ghana.MethodsAn analytic cross-sectional study involving multiple health facilities in the Greater Accra region was conducted between January 30 and May 31, 2023. …”
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Development of one-step multiplex real-time PCR for the detection of CHV-1, CAdV-2, and CDV by Yifan Li, Yifan Li, Jingqi Wu, Chaonan Wang, Zheng Jia, Zaixing Yang, Wei Lin, Junwei Ge, Lili Zhao

“…The method was used to detect 122 clinical samples, and the results showed that it was more sensitive and reliable than conventional singleplex PCR. …”
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Factors Associated with Acceptance of Vaccination Against Human Papillomavirus in eThekwini District of South Africa by Phelele Bhengu, Charles S. Wiysonge, Patrick D. M. C. Katoto, Duduzile Ndwandwe, Sara Cooper, Sebenzile Bhengu, Akhona V. Mazingisa, Theresa Saber, Mandisi Sithole, Darian Smith, Lindiwe G. Tembe, Paul Kuodi, Muki S. Shey

“…We conducted this cross-sectional study to assess the factors associated with HPV vaccine acceptance in eThekwini District. <b>Methods:</b> We used stratified random sampling to select caregivers of children aged 9–14 years in the district. …”
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Understanding mental health among university students in Kenya: what role do family support and age play? by Bylhah Mugotitsa, Bylhah Mugotitsa, Reinpeter Momanyi, Joseph Kuria, David Amadi, Jacob Masai, Eric Angula, Benjamin Tsofa, Benjamin Tsofa, Jay Greenfield, Jim Todd, Agnes Kiragga

“…Students aged 25–29 years were 2.6 times more likely to experience mental health conditions (OR = 2.6, 95% CI: 1.67–3.98, p &lt; 0.001). …”
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Knowledge, attitude and practice survey of COVID-19 pandemic in Northern Nigeria. by Maryam Abdulrazaq Habib, Farouq Muhammad Dayyab, Garba Iliyasu, Abdulrazaq G Habib

“…To inform effective public health measures we conducted a knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) survey among a Hausa Muslim society in Nigeria in March 2020.<h4>Methods</h4>The study is an analytic cross-sectional survey with questionnaires administered to the general population including Health Care Workers (HCW) in Kano, Nigeria. …”
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Community-based health insurance dropout rate and its' associated factors among households in Seyo District, Kellem Wollega Zone, Oromia, Ethiopia: community-based cross-sectional... by Segni Mulugeta Tafasa, Yonas Etana, Firezer Belay Keno, Worku Fikadu, Dejene Seyoum

“…Therefore, this study aimed to assess the CBHI dropout rate and its associated factors among households in Seyo District, Kellem Wollega, Ethiopia.MethodsA community-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 551 randomly selected households from eight kebeles in the Seyo district. …”
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Vaccination status and its determinants among children aged 12-23 months in Tigray, northern Ethiopia: A zero-inflated Poisson regression analysis. by Hailay Gebretnsae, Brhane Ayele, Fana Gebresilassie, Tsegay Hadgu, Hayelom Kahsay, Asfawosen Aregay, Kiros Demoz, Mulugeta Tilahun, Ataklti Gebretsadik, Znabu Hadush, Liya Mamo, Tsegay Wellay, Reda Shamie, Adhena Ayaliew Werkneh, Mebrahtu Kalayu, Assefa Ayallew, Ferehiwot Hailemariam, Abrham Gebrelibanos, Tadele Tesfean, Haben Haileselassie, Mohammedtahir Yahya, Melaku Abraha, Haftu Gebrehiwot, Desalegn Meresa, Gebrekiros Gebremichael Meles, Atakilti Fisseha, Yaynshet Gebreyohannes, Moges Mekonnen, Ashenafi Asmelash, Teame Zegeye, Mitswat Mulaw, Tesfu Alemu, Gebrehaweria Gebrekurstos, Rieye Esayas, Tsegay Berihu, Amanuel Haile, Araya Abrha Medhanyie, Mussie Alemayehu, Afework Mulugeta

“…Therefore, this study aimed to assess the vaccination status and its determinants among children aged 12-23 months in Tigray, northern Ethiopia.<h4>Methods</h4>A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted in August 2023 in the Tigray region, Northern Ethiopia. …”
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Renal drug dosing practices and clinical outcomes in patients with kidney disease admitted at two referral hospitals in Northwest Ethiopia by Gebeyaw Addis Bezie, Meseret Adugna, Gizachew Tadesse Wassie

“…This study aimed to assess renal drug dose adjustment practice and patient outcomes in hospitalized patients with kidney diseases. Methods An institution-based, Cross-sectional study was conducted from December, 01/2023- February, 29/2024. …”
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Urgent and emergent radiotherapy for hematologic malignancies of the central nervous system: a review of the literature and practical approach by Kathryn R. Tringale, Brandon S. Imber, Gustav Y. Cederquist, Joachim Yahalom, Zachary R. Moore, Richard T. Hoppe, Michael S. Binkley, Jason B. Ross, N. Ari Wijetunga, Parag Sanghvi, Dana L. Casey, Susan M. Hiniker

“…Radiotherapy (RT) can lead to quick disease response, but how it can best be incorporated early into multi-modality treatment in the urgent clinical setting is often unclear.MethodsHere, we outline a practical approach to planning and incorporating urgent RT in patients with hematologic malignancies involving the CNS. …”
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Assessment of Knowledge, Awareness and Attitudes about the Risk of Periodontal Disease among Polycystic Ovarian Disease Patients Residing in Chennai, India: A Questionnaire based C... by S Varsha, Jai Santhosh Manikandan, Makesh Raj, Sai Krishna, Hemalatha, Nanda Kumar, Pravina Fernando

“…Aim: To assess the knowledge, awareness and attitudes about the risk of PD among PCOD patients residing in Chennai. Materials and Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional survey was conducted in the Department of Oral Pathology at Tagore Dental College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, from December 2022 to March 2023 with 375 female participants diagnosed with PCOD and living in Chennai. …”
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Pattern and determinants of self-medication among pregnant women attending antenatal clinics in primary health care facilities in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria by Olaniyan Akintunde Babatunde, Ikeola Adejoke Adeoye, Aishat Bukola Usman, Chukwuma David Umeokonkwo, Olufunmilayo Ibitola Fawole

“…Therefore, this study was carried out to determine the prevalence and factors associated with self-medication among pregnant women in Oyo State. Methods: The study was a hospital-based cross-sectional survey. …”
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Sources of risk communication, knowledge and preventive practices toward Lassa fever in Bauchi State, Nigeria by Benjamin Bukky Ilesanmi, Nathanael Afolabi, Olayinka Badmus, Munkail Titilola, Abdulmajid Ahmad, Usman Inuwa, Matthew Okoh, Hajara Aliyu, Shittu Abdu-Aguye, Foyeke Oyedokun-Adebagbo

“…We examined the level and sources of risk communication influencing knowledge and preventive practices towards Lassa fever (KPLF) and determined its associated factors in Bauchi state. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted. Multistage sampling technique was used to select the respondents. …”
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Patient perceptions of in‐hospital laboratory blood testing: A patient‐oriented and patient co‐designed qualitative study by Surakshya Pokharel, Zoha Khawaja, Jonathan Williams, Adnan Adil Mithwani, Kimberly Strain, Prachi Khanna, Anna Rychtera, Veronika Kiryanova, Karen Tang, Pamela Mathura, Chris Hylton, Anshula Ambasta

“…Objectives To understand patient experience with the process of in‐hospital laboratory blood testing. Methods We used a qualitative study design via semistructured interviews conducted online or over the phone. …”
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New year, new ambitions! by Sheba Nakacubo Gitta

“…The topics were: How to write the methods section of your manuscript; study designs and sampling strategies, sample size determination for common epidemiological studies; how to write the discussion section of a manuscript; and how to write the introduction section of a scientific manuscript. …”
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Association of sociodemographic and occupational stress factors with smoking behavior among healthcare professionals: The mediating role of physical exercise by Farooq A. Chaudhary, Asma Shakoor, Muhammad A. Fareed, Osama Khattak, Mohammed S. Alqarni, Rakhi Issrani, Thani Alsharari

“…This study investigates these relationships and examines the mediating role of physical exercise in smoking behaviors among HCPs in Pakistan. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted among 302 HCPs (medical doctors and dentists) recruited using a snowball sampling technique in Pakistan from March to July 2024. …”
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Knowledge and practice of catheter-related urinary tract infection prevention and its associated factors among nurses working at public hospitals, in the Oromia region of Ethiopia:... by Misra Nure, Abebe Dechasa, Meseret Ifa, Jamel Bedane

“…Objective: To assess the knowledge and practice of catheter associated urinary tract infection prevention and its associated factors among nurses working at public hospitals in the Oromia region, Ethiopia. Methods: Institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 422 nurses working at public hospitals in the Oromia, Ethiopia. …”
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