Experiences along the diagnostic pathway for patients with advanced lung cancer in the USA: a qualitative study by Fiona M Walter, Morhaf Al Achkar, Monica Zigman Suchsland, Matthew J Thompson, Bernardo H L Goulart

“…During the ‘secondary care interval’, obtaining tissue samples was pivotal in confirming diagnosis. Delays in accessing oncology care sometimes led to patient distress. …”
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Parents’ Perceptions of the Challenges to Helping Their Children Maintain or Achieve a Healthy Weight by Sara N. Bleich, Mary T. Gorski Findling, Robert J. Blendon, Eran Ben-Porath, Gillian K. SteelFisher

“…This paper examines parents’ perceptions about the challenges to helping their kids maintain or achieve a healthy weight. Methods. We analyzed data in 2017 from a U.S. telephone poll conducted during October-November 2012 among parents or caregivers of children aged 2–17 years using a nationally representative sample of households. …”
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Prevalence and risk factors of low back pain in middle-aged and older adult in China: a cross-sectional study by Xue Jiang, Rui Wang, Yi-Wen Bai, Le Tang, Wen-Yuan Xing, Nan Chen, Xue-Qiang Wang

“…We sampled people aged 45 years and above, representing the national population, with a response rate of 83.8%. …”
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Invaded Invaders: Infection of Invasive Brown Treesnakes on Guam by an Exotic Larval Cestode with a Life Cycle Comprised of Non-Native Hosts. by Elden T Holldorf, Shane R Siers, Jonathan Q Richmond, Page E Klug, Robert N Reed

“…This baseline study provides little evidence of any effects on host fitness, but additional data are needed to more thoroughly explore the consequences of infection in this invasive snake population.…”
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THE EFFECT OF GIBBERELLIC ACID (GA₃) ON GROWTH, PHOTOSYNTHETIC PIGMENTS, AND METAL BIOSORPTION IN THE WATER FERN Salvinia natans (L.) All. UNDER ZINC STRESS by V.A. Vasyuk, M.M. Shcherbatiuk, L.V. Voytenko, K.O. Romanenko, I.V. Kosakivska

“…This study investigates the impact of exogenous gibberellic acid (GA₃) on growth, photosynthetic pigment content, and zinc biosorption by sporophytes of the water fern Salvinia natans at both the initial and final stages of ontogeny. Methods. The ability of S. natans sporophytes to remove zinc from the aquatic environment was assessed by analyzing water samples post-cultivation using a portable Macherey-Nagel PF-12 Plus photometer. …”
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Weight and height influence on first permanent molar’s eruption age by Arasai Almaguer Berberena, Georgina Jiménez Estrada, Adys Castro Barberena, Idalgis Sánchez Reyes, Laura Naranjo Hernández, Liliana Paz Milián

“…The delay was more observed in men.</p>…”
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An In vitro study of biomechanical comparison between titanium 4-hole 3D plates and titanium conventional 4-hole miniplates for internal fixation of mandibular angle fractures by Mathew Tharakan, Surej Kumar L K, Meghna Chandrachood

“…Objective: To measure load at break, maximum load, and displacement at maximal load for internal fixation done with 3D mini plates and conventional mini plates respectively. Methods: Five dry cadaveric mandibles were sectioned into 10 hemi-mandibles. …”
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Global prevalence of malnutrition in older adults: A comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis by Nader Salari, Niloofar Darvishi, Yalda Bartina, Fatemeh Keshavarzi, Melika Hosseinian-Far, Masoud Mohammadi

“…Conclusion: Therefore, in addition to raising awareness among families about malnutrition in the elderly and its negative effects on the quality of life of the elderly, it is necessary to take the necessary measures to provide more care for the elderly and also to pay serious attention to the importance of nutrition during old age.…”
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Influence of Environmental Factors on Social Participation Post-Stroke by Erin L. Foley, Marjorie L. Nicholas, Carolyn M. Baum, Lisa Tabor Connor

“…Focusing on social support during post-stroke rehabilitation may provide an avenue for increased social participation and more successful community reintegration.…”
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Identifying Hub Genes and Pathways in Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma (PAAD): A comprehensive in silico study by Elham Karimi, Niloufar Sadat Kalaki, Seyed Mohammad Akrami

“…These genes could serve as promising diagnostic biomarkers, offering a valuable chance to detect PAAD in its initial stages, leading to more effective treatment options.…”
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Knowledge on physical activity participation among secondary school students in Kakamega County, Kenya: descriptive study on 422 students aged 14–18 years by Joseph Muchiri Ndunda, Edwin Wamukoya, Roselyne Odiango

“…A sample size of 422 students aged 14–18 years was used. …”
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Effect of myo-inositol on the prevention of gestational diabetes in high-risk pregnant women: An RCT by Ashraf Moini, Mahboobeh Shirazi, Mahdi Sepidarkish, Maryam Rabiei, Afsaneh Tehranian, Arshia Shizarpour, Reihaneh Pirjani

“…With insufficient evidences, more studies with an appropriate sample size are recommended. …”
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A prospective comparative study of single-layer versus double-layer uterine closure techniques on cesarean scar formation by Mustafa Raşit Özler, Ragıp Atakan Al

“…However, this group required more frequent additional uterine suturing due to suboptimal tissue approximation or bleeding, which did not significantly extend operative duration. …”
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Health disparity at the intersection of religion and caste: Evidence from India by Biplab Kumar Datta, Shriya Thakkar

“…Results: We found that Dalit MC women were 1.13 (95% CI: 1.03–1.25) and 1.19 (95% CI: 1.05–1.36) times more likely to have hypertension and diabetes, respectively, compared to Dalit HBS women. …”
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Cryptocurrency trading and its relationship with other addictions among healthcare professionals in Türkiye by Ece Mumcu, Osman Hasan Tahsin Kılıç, Aysel Başer

“…Cryptocurrencies, being significantly more volatile than traditional investment tools, have increasingly been linked to gambling disorder (GD). …”
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Studying the Environmental Health Status and Consumption of Baking Soda in Military and Urban Lavash Bakeries of Tehran in 2012 by H Rostami, D farajzadeh, P Haratian, H Masoumbeigi, A Ebadi, M Delkhosh

“…PH in the samples was tested based on Institute of Standards and Industrial Research of Iran No. 2628. …”
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Assessing Body Dysmorphic Disorder Prevalence among Patients Seeking Cosmetic Dermatology Procedures in a Tertiary Care Hospital by Neha Singh, Anupama YG, Namita A Tumbal, Dadapeer HJ

“…It is often difficult to diagnose, causing a lot of suffering, and is more prevalent in dermatology patients. There are few reports on the prevalence of BDD in the Indian population. …”
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Exploring caregiver experiences and support needs in end-of-life care for people living with HIV: A scoping review protocol. by Kristina M Kokorelias, Andrew D Eaton, Marina Wasilewski, Tyler Redublo, Luxey Sirisegaram

“…<h4>Research design and methods</h4>A scoping review, guided by Arksey and O'Malley's framework and the Joanna Briggs Institute's recommendations, will be conducted. …”
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Demographic and Occupational Determinants of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders: A Cross-Sectional Study by Monika S. Popova, Silviya P. Nikolova, Silviya I. Filkova

“…These results emphasize the urgent need for targeted workplace interventions aimed at reducing ergonomic risks, improving posture, and enhancing employee well-being, ultimately fostering a healthier and more productive work environment.…”
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Comparison of an AI Chatbot With a Nurse Hotline in Reducing Anxiety and Depression Levels in the General Population: Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial by Chen Chen, Kok Tai Lam, Ka Man Yip, Hung Kwan So, Terry Yat Sang Lum, Ian Chi Kei Wong, Jason C Yam, Celine Sze Ling Chui, Patrick Ip

“…While the AI chatbot presents a promising solution for offering accessible strategies to the public, more extensive randomized controlled studies are necessary to further validate its effectiveness.…”
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