Risk factors for cardiovascular diseases in taxi drivers in Tabriz metropolis by Mohammad Saadati, Mohammad Bagher Naghizad, Mir Bahador Yazdani, Sepideh Harzand Jadidi

“…The present study investigated the prevalence of cardiovascular disease risk factors among taxi drivers in Tabriz metropolis. Methods. This cross-sectional study was conducted with the participation of taxi drivers in 2020. …”
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Evaluation of agricultural extension model sites approach in Iran by Malihe Salehi, Enayat Abbasi, Masoud Bijani, Mohammad Reza Shahpasand

“…The study was quantitative, applied, survey-based, and causal-comparative in terms of nature, purpose, methodology, and type of research, respectively. The samples included 150 main and follower farmers from a total number of 40 model sites and 37 subject-matter experts selected using the random and purposive sampling methods, respectively. …”
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TEENAGE PREGNANCY PREDICTION INDEX DURING THE ONLINE LEARNING PERIOD OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC by Eny Qurniyawati, Santi Martini, Fariani Syahrul, Jayanti Dian Eka Sari, Rahayu Lubis, Nayla Mohamed Gomaa Nasr

“…Using simple random sampling, the case sample was 40 pregnant adolescents and 80 non-pregnant controls for the Indonesian Regency of Ngawi from July 2021 until January 2022. …”
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Timely vaccination with valid doses in a high coverage country, Oman by Prakash KP, Bader Al-Rawahi, Noura Al-Farsi, Mariyam Al-Shaibi, Athari Al-Jahwari, Bader Al-Abri, Seif Al-Abri, Amal Al-Maani

“…Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted using WHO cluster sampling, targeting children under five across all 11 governorates and 61 districts in Oman. …”
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The effect of recreational fitness exercises on sedentary men’s levels of well-being by Muhammet Eyüp Uzuner, Hakan Akdeniz, Müge Sarper, Mehmet Duman, Cengiz Aydin, Talha Altuntaş, Fikret Soyer

“…A total of 200 sedentary men, engaging in fitness exercises for the first time, voluntarily participated in the study. A purposive sampling technique was used in sample selection. The fitness program was implemented 3 days a week for 8 weeks. …”
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Epidemiological features of hypertension in a high-altitude population in Tibet, China: a cross-sectional study by Yue Yu, Jieru Peng, Zongji Zhaxi, Quzhen Jimei, Heng Shi, Guoxia Bai, Qian Cheng, Chunxia Yang

“…Using multi-stage stratified cluster sampling, 8,992 residents aged 35–75 were enrolled. …”
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Kepatuhan minum obat hipoglikemik oral dan indeks massa tubuh terhadap kadar gula darah pada pasien diabetes melitus tipe 2 by Ika Hanna Nurul Wathani, Martalena Br Purba, Siti Helmyati

“…Objective: This study aims to analyze the relationship between the level of adherence to oral hypoglycemic drugs and body mass index on blood sugar levels in patients with T2DM in the working area of Minggir Health Center. Methods: A cross-sectional study design with purposive sampling technique. …”
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The Effectiveness of an Educational Intervention Based on the Health Belief Model in the Empowerment of Stockbreeders Against High-Risk Behaviors Associated with Brucellosis by Vahid Babaei, Gholamreza Garmaroodi, Azizollah Batebi, Davood Alipour, Mohammad Shahbaz, Tohid Babazadeh*

“…Conclusion: The cooperation of charismatic individuals with intervention programs and the use of education theories can be more effective in modifying high-risk behaviors these programs should therefore be widely implemented across the country.…”
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Perceived barriers and facilitators of implementing a sustained smartphone-based telemonitoring program for pregnant women at high-risk for pre-eclampsia in the public and private... by Anam Shahil-Feroz, Andaz Riaz, Haleema Yasmin, Sarah Saleem, Zulfiqar Bhutta, Emily Seto

“…Conclusion Raabta implementation may be more feasible in the private sector due to patient demographics, health and digital literacy, cultural norms, financial resources, physician readiness, and hospital infrastructure.…”
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Exploring the attitudes of healthcare professionals towards primary healthcare in northwest Syria by Sara Basha, Aravinda Guntupalli, Diana Rayes, Abdulkader Mohammad, Mahmoud Hariri, Lena Basha, Safwan Alchalati, Yamama Bdaiwi, Aula Abbara

“…In Syria, even pre-conflict, the health system had more emphasis on specialist and secondary care with weaker emphasis on PHC. …”
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Self-reported knowledge, attitude and mental health status of in-school adolescents in Nigeria by Atinuke O. Olowe, Amme M. Tshabalala, Judith C. Bruce

“…Methods: Within a cross-sectional survey design, a self-administered questionnaire was used to obtain data from a sample of in-school adolescents aged 10–19 years (n = 148), enrolled in junior and senior classes. …”
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Implementation of reaching every child immunization strategy in Ghana: a qualitative exploration of the perspectives of the district health management team by Vickita Akosua Antwiwaa Harvey, Augustine Adom-Afari, Leonard Baatiema, Emma Annan, Kwadzo Duah Dwomoh, Patricia Akweongo

“…Purposive sampling was used to select eligible participants. …”
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Faculty Members' Attitude, Perceived Barriers, and Motivators toward Using E-Learning in University Education by Wessam A. Elsayed, Shaimaa M. Nageeb, Walaa N. Othman

“…More than 75% of studied faculty members have a positive attitude toward using e-learning in university education. …”
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Tobacco use in Northern India–Part 1: The detailed habit by Sandeep Kumar, Varsha Dwivedi, Upendra Pandey, Nidhi Bala, Sheela Vasandani, Kamlesh Singh, Kishore Chaudhry

“…This study depicts the modes of tobacco use, their relative frequency, demographic and psychosocial determinants. Materials and Methods: Random stratified sampling from the list of blocks, villages and urban localities was done. …”
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Wastewater-based effective reproduction number and prediction under the absence of shedding information by Hiroki Ando, Kelly A. Reynolds

“…We also observed the necessary sampling frequency to trace dynamics of wastewater concentration and Reww accurately in the framework varies depending on the precision of detection methods, the epidemic status, the transmissibility of infectious diseases, and shedding dynamics. …”
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Impact assessment of Controlled Mechanical Ventilation systems for air quality in school buildings: a study protocol by Maria Francesca Rossi, Flavia Beccia, Raimondo Leone, Clara Peretti, Luca Verdi, Costanzo Di Perna, Sergio Montelpare, Giuseppina Caggiano, Umberto Moscato, necessARIA Working Group

“…Background: Indoor air is an important public health issue and the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted even more the importance of indoor air quality in schools. …”
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Demand and Satisfaction with Rehabilitation Knowledge and Services in Community Residents by Beibei LI, Yuehong BAI, Jian YANG, Jianping ZHANG, Guizhen LIU, Yiming XU

“…The facilities, medical teams and the services of community rehabilitation in Shanghai should be strengthened. More favorable policy should be issued to develop the community rehabilitation in Shanghai to meet the needs of the residents.…”
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Bayesian Integration of Bronchoalveolar Lavage miRNAs and KL-6 in Progressive Pulmonary Fibrosis Diagnosis by Piera Soccio, Valerio Longo, Corrado Mencar, Pasquale Tondo, Fabiola Murgolo, Giulia Scioscia, Donato Lacedonia

“…All participants underwent pulmonary function tests (PFTs), a 6 min walk test (6MWT), and bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) sampling, following the acquisition of written consent for these procedures. …”
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Experiences and perceptions of respectful maternity care among mothers during childbirth in health facilities of Eastern province of Rwanda: An appreciative inquiry. by Alice Muhayimana, Irene Josephine Kearns, Darius Gishoma, Olive Tengera, Thierry Claudien Uhawenimana

“…Purposive sampling targeted mothers who reported receiving respectful care during labour and childbirth. …”
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Improving the health-related quality of life of children with congenital heart disease undergoing corrective surgery: The impact of a family-based care transition program by Parvaneh Vasli, Zohreh Komijani, Meimanat Hosseini, Malihe Nasiri

“…Convenience sampling was employed to select participants during the 2023-2024 period. …”
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