Values clarification as part of shared decision-making with patients with limited health literacy in general practice by Laura Vriese, Jesse Jansen, Bart Knottnerus, Jany Rademakers, Trudy van der Weijden

“…Patients with LHL often adopt a more passive role in shared decision-making (SDM), relying on their doctor to make decisions. …”
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Research on the return migration characteristics of highly educated groups targeting Wuhan as their intended destination by GAO Zhe, YU Jiayi, QIU Jiayi, ZHU Yuanyuan

“…Type I migrants predominantly originated from the northeastern and southwestern parts of China, Type II migrants were more concentrated in eastern China, and Type III migration exhibited localized mobility patterns within proximate regions. (3) Samples characterized by “younger age, county-level birth origin, higher education attainment, elite academic institutions, recent graduates, and employment or study location in higher-tier cities” exhibit a higher probability of return migration. …”
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Association of miR polymorphisms with coronary artery disease risk: a comprehensive meta-analysis by Vinodhini Subramanian, Vettriselvi Venkatesan

“…Identifying miRNA polymorphisms associated with CAD may improve prognostic indicators and treatment strategies. Methods This study aimed to investigate the association between miRNA polymorphisms and CAD through a comprehensive meta-analysis using data from PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Embase. …”
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Comparison of a single high-sensitivity cardiac troponin T measurement with the HEART score for rapid rule-out of acute myocardial infarction in a primary care emergency setting: a... by Sigrun Halvorsen, Ibrahimu Mdala, Dan Atar, Tonje R Johannessen, Odd Martin Vallersnes, Anne Cecilie K Larstorp

“…Objective This study aims to compare the rule-out safety of a single high-sensitivity cardiac troponin T (hs-cTnT) with the History, ECG, Age, Risk factors and Troponin (HEART) score in a low-prevalence primary care setting of acute myocardial infarction (AMI).Participants Patients with non-specific symptoms suggestive of AMI were consecutively enroled at a primary care emergency clinic in Oslo, Norway from November 2016 to October 2018.Methods After initial assessment by a general practitioner, hs-cTnT samples were drawn. …”
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CHARACTERISTICS OF ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION AMONG VISITORS OF TOMSK HEALTH CENTERS by O. S. Kobyakova, Ye. A. Starovoytova, I. A. Deyev, Ye. S. Kulikov, N. A. Kirillova, A. V. Panimaskina

“…The aim of this study was to analyze the data of visitors ofTomskhealth centers in order to assess the use of alcohol as a risk factor for NCD in the period from 2010 to 2012.Material and methods. During the period 2010–2012 examination at the health centers was lead with 9302 people, including 7466 women and 1836 men aged 18 to 88, the average age of visitors was 49.2 ± 15.6. …”
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The prevalence of sleep breathing disorders in patients with atrial fibrillation undergoing catheter treatment by M. V. Agaltsov, O. M. Drapkina, K. V. Davtyan, G. G. Arutyunyan

“…To study the prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) among patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) who have undergone catheter treatment for this arrhythmia, as well as to study the possible interrelationships of these sleep breathing disorders with comorbid diseases and the received therapy in this cohort.Material and methods. 231 patients from a random sample were examined (men – 118 [51.1%], mean age 57.8±9.3 years) in the range of 1-6 months after catheter therapy for AF. …”
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Healthcare-seeking behaviors and barriers among medical students in Egypt: a national cross-sectional study by Ghada O. El-Khawaga, Yusof M. Omar, Mohamed Elsaadany, Mohamed Ghazy, Amr Khaled Abdelaal, Mahmoud Hekal, Abdel-Hady El-Gilany, H. S. B. team of collaborators

“…This study aims to examine the healthcare-seeking behaviors and barriers among medical students in Egypt. Methods This cross-sectional study involved a convenience sample of 1,535 medical students from 12 public universities across Egypt. …”
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The prevalence and socioeconomic correlates of depressive and anxiety symptoms in a group of 1,940 Serbian university students by Simić-Vukomanović Ivana, Mihajlović Goran, Kocić Sanja, Đonović Nela, Banković Dragić, Vukomanović Vladimir, Đukić-Dejanović Slavica

“…The aim of this study was to identify demographic and socioeconomic variables associated with depressive and anxiety symptoms among university students. Methods. This cross-sectional study on 1,940 university students was performed using a questionnaire including demographic and socioeconomic variables, Beck Depression Inventory and Beck Anxiety Inventory. …”
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Prospective associations between occupational physical activity level and sleep disturbances: a five-year follow-up study by Yun-Han Wang, Chien-Fong Huang, Li-Jung Chen, Po-Wen Ku, Emmanuel Stamatakis

“…The study aimed to examine the prospective associations between OPA levels and sleep disturbances in adults. Methods We utilized longitudinal data from the MJ cohort study (1998 to 2022). …”
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Perceived stress shapes symptom and social network dynamics: a network analysis of depression, anxiety, and relationship-specific support and strain by Huiyoung Shin, Chaerim Park

“…We also examined whether these associations varied by level of perceived stress. Methods Data were drawn from a community sample of South Korean adults (N = 449; M age = 55.17 years; 49.67% male), all of whom were married and had at least one child and one sibling, based on targeted recruitment and inclusion criteria. …”
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SARS-CoV-2 pneumonia follow-up and long COVID in primary care: A retrospective observational study in Madrid city. by Sara Ares-Blanco, Marta Pérez Álvarez, Ileana Gefaell Larrondo, Cristina Muñoz, Vanesa Aguilar Ruiz, Marta Castelo Jurado, Marina Guisado-Clavero

“…The study aim was to describe SARS-CoV-2 pneumonia and cut-offs for defining long COVID in primary care follow-up patients.<h4>Methods</h4>A retrospective observational study in primary care in Madrid, Spain, was conducted. …”
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Effect of Thermal Processing by Spray Drying on Key Ginger Compounds by Alina Warren-Walker, Manfred Beckmann, Alison Watson, Steffan McAllister, Amanda J. Lloyd

“…This study aimed to investigate the impact of spray drying on the chemical profile of ginger, particularly focusing on the transformation of gingerols into shogaols and related compounds. Methods: Fresh ginger juice was spray-dried using various carrier agents, including Clear Gum (CO03), pea protein, and inulin. …”
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The Comparative Effects of Anakinra and Tocilizumab on Inflammation and Cerebral Vasospasm in an Experimental Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Model by Güven Kılıç, Berk Enes Engin, Amir Halabi, Cengiz Tuncer, Mehmet Ali Sungur, Merve Alpay, Adem Kurtuluş, Hakan Soylu, Ali Gök

“…Combination therapy was more effective in reducing inflammation and vasospasm than either treatment alone (<i>p</i> < 0.05). …”
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Identification of novel prognostic biomarkers for thyroid cancer by integrated transcriptome analysis of metastasis-associated genes by Bushra Alnwisser, Salman Alshehri, Salman Alshehri, Amal Qattan, Minjing Zou, Abdelilah Aboussekhra, Ali S. Alzahrani, Ali S. Alzahrani, Yufei Shi

“…Mutation load was increased in patients with seven-gene expression signature: 26 samples had more than one driver mutation (47%, 26/55). …”
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Spatial disparities and determinants of modern contraceptive use among reproductive age women in Ethiopia: application of multilevel spatial analysis by Bisrategebriel Tesfaye Muchie, Ashenafi Abate Woya, Awoke Seyoum Tegegne, Maru Zewdu Kassie, Muluhabt Alene Assfaw, Wondaya Fenta Zewdia

“…This study investigates factors influencing modern contraceptive use among reproductive-age women in Ethiopia.MethodsWe analyzed the 2019 Ethiopia Mini Demographic and Health Survey (EMDHS) dataset, which includes 8,196 weighted samples of women and girls aged 15–49. …”
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The prevalence and predictors of vaping quit attempt among electronic cigarette users: findings from provincial version of Global Adult Tobacco Survey 2020 in Vietnam by Thi Phuong Thao Tran, Thi Thanh Nguyen, Thi Ngoc Phuong Nguyen, Thi Tuyet Hanh Tran, Van Can Phan, Ngoc Khue Luong, Thi Hai Phan, Tu Anh Duong, Van Minh Hoang, Scott R. Weaver

“…This study aimed to determine the prevalence of e-cigarette quit attempts and investigate associated factors among e-cigarette users in a sample of 34 provinces in Vietnam. Methods A country-specific provincial version of the Global Adult Tobacco Survey was conducted in 34 provinces of Vietnam in 2020 (n = 80,166). …”
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The Role of Adherence to Basic Pharmacotherapy of Heart Failure for Prevention of Late Adverse Events in Patients with Coronary Artery Disease and Left Ventricular Dysfunction Afte... by O. A. Yepanchintseva, K. A. Mikhaliev, I. V. Shklianka, O. J. Zharinov, B. M. Todurov

“…To determine the role of adherence to the basic drug treatment of heart failure (HF) in prevention of late major adverse events (MAEs) after isolated coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) in patients with stable coronary artery disease (CAD) and left ventricular (LV) dysfunction at three-year follow-up.Material and methods. A prospective non-controlled single-center study included 125 consecutive patients with stable CAD and LV EF&lt;50% (62±8 years; 114 [91.2%] males), after isolated CABG. …”
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Perioperative Healthcare Utilization of Patients Undergoing Brostrom Repair: A Truven Marketscan Retrospective Study by Michelle M. Coleman MD, PhD, Jenny Nguyen BSc, Megan Lameka MD, Sameh A. Labib MD

“…Cohorts that did not delay surgery for more than a year had a significant decrease post-operative imaging and PCP visits. …”
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Association between morphological manifestations of inflammatory bowel disease and biochemical markers of inflammation by M. V. Stoikevych, Yu. A. Haidar, D. F. Mylostуva, I. A. Klenina, O. M. Tatarchuk, V. A. Karachynova

“…To determine morphological and morphometric changes in the structure of the mucous membrane of the large intestine and their relationship with the content of short-chain volatile fatty acids and fecal calprotectin in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. Materials and methods. We examined 68 patients with inflammatory bowel disease, including 30 women and 38 men aged 20–66 years, 55 patients were with ulcerative colitis and 13 patients – with Crohn’s disease. …”
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Prevalence and determinants of female genital mutilation: current insights from ten at-risk countries in Sub-Saharan Africa by Pankras Luoga, Heavenlight A. Paulo, Jackline Vicent Mbishi, Huda Omary, Suleiman Chombo, John Andrew, Abdallah Zacharia, Isaac Y. Addo

“…This study aims to address this gap by examining the current prevalence and determinants of FGM in ten at-risk countries in SSA. Methods This cross-sectional study utilised Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) data of 129,182 women aged 15–49 years from ten at-risk countries. …”
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