Physicochemical Characterization and Oral Bioavailability of Curcumin–Phospholipid Complex Nanosuspensions Prepared Based on Microfluidic System by Bo Zhang, Wenjing Guo, Zhenyu Chen, Yaxin Chen, Ruining Zhang, Minchen Liu, Jian Yang, Jiquan Zhang

“…This study aimed to improve the bioavailability of curcumin by using microfluidic preparation technology. <b>Methods</b>: Using a self-built microfluidic system, polyvinylpyrrolidone K30 and sodium dodecyl sulfate were used as stabilizers to further prepare curcumin–phospholipid complex nanoparticles (CPC-NPs) on the basis of curcumin–phospholipid complex (CPC). …”
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An investigation into the psychological status and influencing factors among residents undergoing standardized training by Zhenhua Liu, Haoyuan Zhang, Haoyuan Zhang, Haoyuan Zhang, Yufei Zhang, Lifang Zhou, Yixuan Wu, Zihan Lang, Leyuan Zhang, Haoyu Zhang, Qianqian Yu

“…This study aims to assess the mental health status of Chinese resident physicians and identify key demographic and professional factors associated with psychiatric symptoms.MethodsA cross-sectional survey was conducted among 276 resident physicians at Qilu Hospital, Shandong University. …”
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Pre-intervention characteristics of the mosquito species in Benin in preparation for a randomized controlled trial assessing the efficacy of dual active-ingredient long-lasting ins... by Boulais Yovogan, Arthur Sovi, Gil G Padonou, Constantin J Adoha, Bruno Akinro, Saïd Chitou, Manfred Accrombessi, Edouard Dangbénon, Hilaire Akpovi, Louisa A Messenger, Razaki Ossè, Aurore Ogouyemi Hounto, Jackie Cook, Immo Kleinschmidt, Corine Ngufor, Mark Rowland, Natacha Protopopoff, Martin C Akogbéto

“…<h4>Background</h4>This study provides detailed characteristics of vector populations in preparation for a three-arm cluster randomized controlled trial (RCT) aiming to compare the community impact of dual active-ingredient (AI) long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) that combine two novel insecticide classes-chlorfenapyr or pyriproxifen-with alpha-cypermethrin to improve the prevention of malaria transmitted by insecticide-resistant vectors compared to standard pyrethroid LLINs.<h4>Methods</h4>The study was carried out in 60 villages across Cove, Zangnanando and Ouinhi districts, southern Benin. …”
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Prevalence and risk factors associated with sexually transmitted infections among adults attending an STI clinic in a small island developing state by Akil J. Williams, T’Shara P. Ali, Imani D. Griffith, Simone T. Jeremie, Shivani Mahabir, Chelsea A. Sudan, Kristof C. Stüven, Marsha A. Ivey

“…Abstract Background To determine the prevalence and risk factors associated with STIs among adults 18 years or older attending two STI clinics in Trinidad. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted using a convenience sample of 250 persons, ≥ 18 years old, visiting two STI testing sites. …”
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Chromato-mass spectroscopy of tinctures of Valeriana officinalis aerial part by V. M. Odyntsova, V. I. Kokitko, V. H. Korniievska, Yu. I. Korniievskyi, Ye. O. Karpun

“…(Łódź, Bydgoszcz, Poland). Materials and methods. Tincture samples of the aerial part of wild species V. tuberosa L., V. stolonifera Czern (Kantserivska balka, Zaporizhzhia region), and V. officinalis L. …”
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Clinical outcomes of a peri-implant keratinized mucosa augmentation procedure using concentrated growth factor: a prospective case series by Lu Zhan, Yang Yang, Xiwen Zhao, Chenbing Wang, Yi Man, Yili Qu

“…This prospective case series aimed to present the clinical outcomes of apically repositioned flap (ARF) combined with CGF and to provide histological evidence. Methods Patients with insufficient keratinized mucosa (< 2 mm) were included. …”
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Reliability of transversus abdominis thickness and inter-recti distance during forced expiration with limb adduction in primiparous women following vaginal delivery by Patricia Pérez-Pascual, Elena Vegas-Sánchez, Sandra Ortiz-Barahona, Guillermo García-Pérez-de-Sevilla, María García-Arrabé, Gonzalo Jaén-Crespo, Ángel González-de-la-Flor

“…The secondary objective is to evaluate the intra-observer reliability of these ultrasound measurements. Methods This cross-sectional study, conducted with a sample of 32 participants, assessed TrA thickness (primary outcome) and IRD (secondary outcome), quantified under four conditions: (1) resting position, (2) forced expiration, (3) forced expiration with upper limb adduction, and (4) forced expiration with lower limb adduction. …”
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Smartphone-based machine learning model for real-time assessment of medical kidney biopsy by Odianosen J. Eigbire-Molen, Clarissa A. Cassol, Daniel J. Kenan, Johnathan O.H. Napier, Lyle J. Burdine, Shana M. Coley, Shree G. Sharma

“…In response to this challenge, we aimed to develop a machine learning model capable of assessing the percentage cortex of each biopsy pass using smartphone images of the kidney biopsy tissue at the time of biopsy. Methods: 747 kidney biopsy cores and corresponding smartphone macro images were collected from five unused deceased donor kidneys. …”
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Association Between Fentanyl Use and Post-Intubation Mean Arterial Pressure During Rapid Sequence Intubation: Prospective Observational Study by Abdullah Bakhsh, Ahmad Bakhribah, Raghad Alshehri, Nada Alghazzawi, Jehan Alsubhi, Ebtesam Redwan, Yasmin Nour, Ahmed Nashar, Elmoiz Babekir, Mohamed Azzam

“…The first-pass success rate was 77.7% in our sample and did not differ significantly between the two groups (P = 0.84). …”
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Impact of Nutritional Education Intervention on Mothers Knowledge, Practices and Nutritional Status of Children Under-Five in Rural Mangaluru, Karnataka: A Quasi-experimental Pilot... by Savitha Naik, Abhay Nirgude, Priya Reshma Arahna

“…Enhancing mothers’ knowledge and practices can lead to better child health and development, and also contribute to more favourable long-term outcomes for both children and their communities. …”
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Association of Omega-3 Index and Blood Cell Count-Derived Systemic Inflammatory Indexes among Testicular Germ Cell Tumor Survivors by Milica Zeković, Marko Živković, Marija Takić, Sanja Stanković, Nebojša Bojanić, Aleksandar Janičić, Uroš Bumbaširević

“…Methods: Erythrocyte membrane fatty acid (FA) profiling was performed by gas chromatography with flame ionization detection. …”
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Associations between internet addiction and suicidal ideation in depressed adolescents: the mediating effect of insomnia as well as sex differences by Lewei Liu, Yinghan Tian, Haojie Fan, Jiawei Wang, Changhao Chen, Zhiwei Liu, Feng Geng, Daming Mo, Xiangfen Luo, Xiangwang Wen, Xin Zhao, Mingru Hao, Lei Xia, Huanzhong Liu

“…Thus, our study aimed to explore whether insomnia significantly affects the association between IA and SI in adolescents with MDD, as well as any sex differences. Methods From January 2021 to September 2023, this cross-sectional study included 502 adolescents with MDD and 123 healthy controls (HCs). …”
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Epidemiology and clinical characteristics of human rhinovirus in hospitalized children and adolescents with acute respiratory infections: a longitudinal study in Shenzhen, China (2... by Jiao Liu, Wei Wang, Ke Cao, Zhenmin Ren, Xiaoying Fu, Yunsheng Chen, WenJian Wang, Yuejie Zheng, Yanmin Bao, Xiaojuan Luo, Jiehua Chen

“…This study aims to investigate the epidemiology, clinical characteristics of HRV, and to explore the impact of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) on HRV dynamics. Methods A retrospective analysis was conducted on HRV-positive cases among children and adolescents hospitalized for ARIs at a tertiary medical center in Shenzhen, China, from September 2019 to December 2024. …”
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Intervention With WhatsApp Messaging to Compare the Effect of Self-Designed Messages and Standardized Messages in Adherence to Antiretroviral Treatment in Young People Living With... by Jeffrey Freidenson-Bejar, Dianne Espinoza, Rodrigo Calderon-Flores, Fernando Mejia, Elsa González-Lagos

“…We hypothesize that WhatsApp messages self-designed by participants, with spontaneous targeting of BCTs, could be more effective than standard WhatsApp messages designed by the researchers to improve ART adherence. …”
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Trends, and patterns, of premarital sexual intercourse and its associated factors among never-married young women aged 15-24 in Sierra Leone. by Augustus Osborne, Castro Ayebeng, Peter Bai James, Camilla Bangura, Richard Gyan Aboagye, Bright Opoku Ahinkorah

“…This study examined the trends, patterns, and associations of premarital sexual intercourse among young women aged 15-24 in Sierra Leone.<h4>Methods</h4>Nationally representative cross-sectional data from the 2008, 2013, and 2019 Demographic and Health Surveys in Sierra Leone were used for the study. …”
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Exploratory Impact of iCARE Nigeria, a Combined mHealth and Peer Navigation Intervention, on Depressive Symptoms and Substance Use Among Youth Living With HIV in Nigeria: Single-Ar... by Olusegun Ayomikun Ogunmola, Rita Frinue Tamambang, Kehinde Kuti, Lisa M Kuhns, Olutosin Awolude, Adedotun Adetunji, Bibilola Oladeji, Oladayo Olaleye, Adeola Mary Oyerinde, Robert Garofalo, Babafemi Taiwo, Olayinka Olusola Omigbodun

“…Emerging evidence suggests that combination interventions may be more effective than single interventions in improving key HIV testing and treatment outcomes among youth in Nigeria. …”
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Towards Prepared mums (TOP-mums) for a healthy start, a lifestyle intervention for women with overweight and a child wish: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial in the N... by Luc J I Zimmermann, Régine P M Steegers-Theunissen, Yvon E G Timmermans, Kim D G van de Kant, Dorien Reijnders, Lina M P Kleijkers, Edward Dompeling, Boris W Kramer, Marc E A Spaanderman, Anita C E Vreugdenhil

“…A preconception lifestyle intervention might be more effective to reduce perinatal complications. …”
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Administration of dehydroepiandrosterone improves endometrial thickness in women undergoing IVF/ICSI: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Ling Huang, Ying Gao, Shuo Liang, Mei Jiang

“…Study appraisal and synthesis methods RCTs evaluating the effects of DHEA on IVF/ICSI outcomes were included. …”
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Comparative cardiomyocyte differentiation potential of rat adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells from two anatomical sites: metabolomic profiling and pathway analysis by Ahmed Farag, Ahmed Farag, Haney Samir, Sai Koung Ngeun, Masahiro Kaneda, Hanan Hendawy, Ken Takahashi, Ryou Tanaka

“…This study aimed to compare the differentiation capacity of AD-MSCs derived from peri-ovarian and peri-renal adipose tissue, with a focus on metabolic adaptations during cardiomyocyte differentiation.MethodsAD-MSCs were isolated from peri-ovarian and peri-renal fat of Sprague-Dawley rats and characterized by morphology, immunophenotyping, and multilineage differentiation potential. …”
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Role of ILC2s as Potential Effector Cells of IL25-Mediated Type 2 Inflammation in Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps in China by Yu Q, Song R, Ba Y, Geng J, Liu X, Liang T, Wang S, Zhao Y

“…TM samples from 7 patients with pituitary tumors were used as controls. …”
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