Analyzing latent categories of stress, anxiety, and depression in medical students: insights into their psychological resilience by Huang Lei, Huang Lei, Jiang Jiaming, Huang Bin, Yuwen Lyu, Liu Junrong, Lawrence T. Lam, Chen Yufei

“…Data processing was conducted using latent category analysis, contingency table analysis, logistic regression, and other methods.ResultThree subgroups for stress and depression, and two subgroups for anxiety were obtained. …”
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Artificial intelligence–based diabetes risk prediction from longitudinal DXA bone measurements by Sulaiman Khan, Zubair Shah

“…To handle class imbalance, we augmented our data using Synthetic Minority Over-sampling Technique (SMOTE) and SMOTEENN (SMOTE with Edited Nearest Neighbors), and to further investigated the association between bones data features and diabetes status, we employed ANOVA analytical method. …”
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Physical test instrument: a development study for junior Karateka in the kata category by Ardo Okilanda, Mikkey Anggara Suganda, Kurdi Kurdi, I Putu Eka Wijaya Putra, Rubiyatno Rubiyatno, Pangondian Hotliber Purba, Didi Suryadi, Singha Tulyakul, Mottakin Ahmed, Ikram Hussain, Fajar Kurniawan

“…The karate trial subjects were 16-17 years old (junior) and determined the trial sample with purposive sampling technique. Data analysis techniques using correlation tests, validity tests and reliability tests. …”
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Determinants of Anemia in Pregnancy: Findings from the Ethiopian Health and Demographic Survey by Ataklti Gebretsadik Woldegebriel, Gebremedhin Gebregziabiher Gebrehiwot, Abraham Aregay Desta, Kiros Fenta Ajemu, Asfawosen Aregay Berhe, Tewolde Wubayehu Woldearegay, Nega Mamo Bezabih

“…Therefore, this study aimed to assess the determinants of anemia among pregnant women in Ethiopia. Method. This study was based on the 2016 Ethiopian Demographic Health Survey (EDHS) that used a two-stage stratified cluster sampling technique. …”
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Prevalence, Management, and Impact of Dysmenorrhea on the Lives of Nurse and Midwife Trainees in Northern Ghana by Abubakari Wuni, Brenda Abena Nyarko, Mudasir Mohammed Ibrahim, Issahaka Abdulai Baako, Iddrisu Sisala Mohammed, Camillus Buunaaisie

“…A proportionate stratified random sampling technique was used to recruit 303 respondents for the study. …”
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The analysis of factors influencing patient choice of healthcare providers between tertiary hospitals and community clinics by Silin Wu, Silin Wu, Zhaoxia Lei, Tinglian Liu, Lan Chen, Yang Qin

“…Understanding the factors influencing healthcare-seeking behaviors is crucial for improving policies and promoting system efficiency.ObjectiveTo analyse the factors influencing patient choices between a tertiary hospital and a community health service center in Chengdu and provide recommendations for advancing the tiered healthcare system.MethodsA random sampling method was used in August 2023 to survey patients at a tertiary hospital (Group A) and a community health service center (Group B). …”
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Article RETRACTED due to manipulation by the authors and citations Results of Beginner Archery Skills Among Adolescents Based on Gender Review and Shot Distance by Destriani Destriani, Herri Yusfi, Destriana Destriana, Hendra Setyawan, José Vicente García-Jiménez, Francesca Latino, Francesco Tafuri, Tiok Wijanarko, Ari Wibowo Kurniawan, Khoiril Anam, Abdul Aziz Purnomo Shidiq, Muhammad Imam Rahmatullah, Özgür Eken

“… This study aims to examine differences in scores resulting from beginner archery skills among teenagers based on gender (male & female) and shooting target distance factors (5 m, 10 m, & accumulated distances of 5 and 10 m). The sample for this research was 22 male and female students from classes XA, XB and XIA, taken using the cluster random sampling method. …”
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Comparative study on risk prediction model of type 2 diabetes based on machine learning theory: a cross-sectional study by Shu Wang, Shuang Wang, Rong Chen, Ling Luo, Qiaoli Zhang, Danli Kong, Rudai Cao, Chunwen Lin, Jialu Huang, Haibing Yu, Yuan Lin Ding

“…The multistage cluster random sampling method was adopted at each monitoring site, and 4157 people were finally selected. …”
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Association of dietary patterns with the risk of central obesity in Chinese adults: the China Nutrition and Health Surveillance 2015–2017 by Jing Nan, Yuxiang Yang, Fusheng Li, Shuya Cai, Shuya Cai, Wei Piao, Wei Piao, Liyun Zhao, Liyun Zhao, Jiao Xu, Dongmei Yu, Dongmei Yu

“…Therefore, it is of great significance to study the association between dietary patterns and central obesity to promote the change of residents' dietary behavior in the direction of healthier.ObjectivesThe purpose of this study was to extract the dietary patterns among Chinese adults aged 18 and above and to explore its relationship with central obesity.MethodThe data was derived from the China Nutrition and Health Surveillance (2015–2017), and the sample participants were obtained by stratified, multi-stage, and random sampling. …”
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Post stroke fall and associated factors among stroke survivors at hospitals in Jimma town, oromia regional state, Southwest Ethiopia, 2025: a cross sectional study by Yohannes Girma Legese, Foad Akmel, Keiru Abajebal, Dechasa Imiru Wayessa, Sisay Deme, Yazachew Mekonnen, Tesfalem Yitbarek

“…Subjects Stroke survivors who attended stroke units and physiotherapy outpatient clinics at hospitals in Jimma town, Oromia Regional State, South west Ethiopia. Method A hospital-based cross-sectional study with a systematic random sampling technique was employed, and the data collection occurred through chart review, physical examination, and face-to-face interviews. …”
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Effect of Education Using Animation on the Ability to Develop Personal Skills for Early Stroke Detection and Initial Treatment at Home by Yoany Maria Vianney Bita Aty, Florentianus Tat, Gadur Blasius, Irfan Irfan, Pius Selasa, Trifonia Sri Nurwela

“…Methodology: The research method used a quasi-experimental design with a quota sampling technique, involving two groups: intervention and control. …”
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Why People with Overweight and Obesity Are Seeking Care Through Digital Obesity Services: A Qualitative Analysis of Patients from Australia’s Largest Digital Obesity Provider by Louis Talay, Matt Vickers, Sarah Loftus

“…The study aimed to qualitatively assess the reasons PWOO subscribe to Australia’s largest DWLS. Methods: The study applied a purposive sampling strategy, limiting recruitment to patients who had been approved by a doctor for the Eucalyptus DWLS and paid their first monthly subscription but were yet to receive their first GLP-1 RA order and commence treatment. …”
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Development and validation of a LASSO logistic regression based nomogram for predicting live births in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a retrospective cohort study by Yue Liu, Jingshu Gao, Hang Ge, Hang Ge, Jiaxing Feng, Yu Wang, Xiaoke Wu, Xiaoke Wu

“…A total of 927 patients with PCOS were investigated using stratified random sampling. The mean-filling method was used to address missing data, and Lasso-Logistic regression was combined with machine learning models to identify the most significant predictors of live births. …”
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Menstrual hygiene knowledge and practices among female senior high school students in the new Juaben North municipality of Ghana: a cross-sectional study by Nana Nimo Appiah-Agyekum, Mary Adebi Nyamekye, Ivy Akushika Agbenu, Desmond Dzidzornu Otoo

“…Nearly all participants (99%) bathed during menstruation, with water only (61.13%) being the most common method for genital cleaning. Logistic regression analysis revealed that students who lived with their mothers only (AOR = 1.88, 95% CI: 1.16–3.02, p = 0.01), had access to dedicated disposal bins (AOR = 2.20, 95% CI: 1.42–3.39, p < 0.001), and reported adequate facilities for menstrual hygiene needs (AOR = 0.60, 95% CI: 0.39–0.91, p = 0.017) were more likely to practice good menstrual hygiene. …”
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Elastosonographic Evaluation of Endometrium in Postmenopausal Bleeding by İsmail Burak Gültekin, Orhan Altınboğa, Serap Gültekin, Elif Akkaş Yılmaz, Gökşen İnanç İmamoğlu, Afra Alkan, Tuncay Küçüközkan

“…Evaluation of the endometrium with real-time tissue elastosonography is one of the noninvasive methods with this potential and the diagnostic value of RTE could be possible with multicentric studies including more subjects. …”
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Correlation between sleep and multimorbidity in community-dwelling older adults in Hunan Province: a cross-sectional study by Manman Su, Manman Su, Yang Zhou, Yang Zhou, Wenhui Chen, Wenhui Chen, Yanping Liu

“…BackgroundThe aim of this study was to provide global estimates of the prevalence of sleep quality and chronic diseases and to analyze the correlation between sleep and multimorbidity in community-dwelling older adults (≥65 years) in China.MethodsThis is a cross-sectional study and a stratified multistage random sampling method was used to collect data on demographic characteristics, the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and assessment of chronic conditions. …”
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Timeliness of the second dose of measles-containing vaccine uptake and its determinants among children aged 24–36 months in Gondar City, Northwest Ethiopia, 2023: Community-based c... by Molalign Aligaz Adisu

“…Participants were selected using a two-stage systematic random sampling method from April 25 to May 25. Structured questionnaires were administered through interviews, and data were collected using the Kobo toolbox and then analyzed using Stata version 17. …”
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Exploring computer vision syndrome among primary school students in Dhaka, Bangladesh: a cross-sectional study by Hasibul Hassain Emon, Jakia Sultana Pingky, Hriday Halder, Santu Karmaker, Musfiqur Rahman, Fahim Muntasir Shishir, Tonima Rahaman Tithi, Suchana Akter, Moinur Rahman, Md Moyazzem Hossain

“…This study aimed to assess the prevalence of CVS, identify its risk factors, evaluate parental awareness and examine the impact of COVID-19 on screen time among primary school children in Dhaka, Bangladesh.Methods Primary data were collected from the parents of 500 primary school students aged 5–14 years using a convenience sampling method through face-to-face interviews. …”
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Distribution characteristics of soil organic carbon in Carya cathayensis producing regions of Lin an City, Zhejiang Province by WU Jiasen, ZHANG Jinchi, HUANG Jianqin, TONG Zhipeng, YE Jing, GU Guangtong

“…So the objectives of this study were to investigate the effects of intensive management on SOC content and distribution of hickory forest, which could provide useful information for sustainable management of hickory forests.The experiment sites located in Lin an City (118°51′ 119°52′ E, 29°56′ 30°23′ N), which were the major production base of hickory and the total acreage reached 29 047.1 hm². Soil samples (0 30 cm depth) were collected from 306 plots with the areas of 1 km by 1 km for each plot between July and August in 2008 according to the multi-point sampling method. …”
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Exploring Teachers’ Narratives: Challenges and Strategies for Enhancing the Teaching Process by Fevzi Dursun, Ahmet Aykan

“…Additionally, making the curriculum more flexible and increasing the application of student-centered methods could enhance the efficiency of the process. …”
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