High Rate of Obesity-Associated Hypertension among Primary Schoolchildren in Sudan by Zeena Salman, Gregory D. Kirk, Mark D. DeBoer

“…Incidence of CVD has increased in developing countries in East Africa during recent urbanization. …”
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Evolution of Cluster Policy in Japan by А. V. Belov

“…Furthermore, the implementation of cluster measures yielded valuable insights applicable to numerous transition and developing countries. Following the introduction, the article provides an overview of key concepts from economic-geographical theory, which characterize clusters as pivotal tools for innovative development. …”
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Prevalence and determinants of eating disorder risk among Bangladeshi public university students: A cross-sectional study by Md​. Hasan Al Banna, Md​. Forshed Dewan, Mohammad Raihan Tariq, Abu Sayeed, Satyajit Kundu, Tasnim Rahman Disu, Sumaiya Akter, Sumaia Sahrin, Md Shafiqul Islam Khan

“…Eating disorders among university students have been increasing day by day in developing countries. However, there is a dearth of existing literature that assessed eating disorder risk among this population group in Bangladesh. …”
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Seroprevalence of hepatitis B and C virus among a group of hemophilia patients in Kurdistan Region, Iraq by Salih A. Hama

“…Background: The risk of blood-borne infections, particularly hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV), continues to persist in developing countries among patients who receive blood products, such as hemophiliacs, but there is a lack of up-to-date data in such countries. …”
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Interpretive structural modeling of factors affecting the internal development of cities in arid regions (Case study: Ardakan city by mohamad reza hatafi ardakani, mphammad hosein saraei, mohamad mahdi karimnejad, seyed ali almodaresi, saideh moayed far

“…In many cities in developing countries, rapid urbanization and increasing urban population have exacerbated environmental hazards. …”
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Data-driven modeling of the aggregator-based price-maker virtual power plant (VPP) in the day-ahead wholesale electricity markets; evidence from the Japan Electric power Exchange (... by Mohamed Saad Suliman, Hooman Farzaneh

“…This study hypothesizes that many regulated electricity markets in developing countries are not prepared to undertake major and long-term reforms to deregulate their electricity sectors. …”
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Factors influencing the adoption of appropriate electronic waste recycling practices in Sub-Saharan Africa: Empirical literature review by Benjamin MWALUGENI, Jacob KIHILA, Alphonce KYESSI

“…The paper utilized publications from different developed and developing countries by examining legal and institutional frameworks, infrastructures, recycling practices, etc. …”
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Defaulting from antiretroviral therapy and associated factors among HIV/AIDS patients in public hospitals of Eastern Zone, Tigray, Ethiopia, 2020: a cross-sectional study by Tsegu Hailu Gebru, Haftea Hagos Mekonen

“…Studies revealed that in developing countries, defaulting patients were outnumbering patients who were known to have died. …”
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A feasibility study of combining solar/wind energy to power a water pumping system in Jordan's Desert/Al-Mudawwara village by Zakaria Al-Omari, Nour Khlaifat, Mike Haddad

“…Water availability and accessibility are the most significant challenges facing developing countries like Jordan, which is ranked as one of the world's worst countries in terms of water resources. …”
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The Influence of Coffee Husk Ash as a Filler on the Performance of Bituminous Concrete Mix by Amare Tilahun Tessema, Getachew Asefa Alene, Natnael Melsew Wolelaw

“…Utilization of agricultural waste by-products in road construction has become a common practice in developing countries. The present study investigates the effect of coffee husk ash compared to basaltic stone dust on the performance of bituminous concrete mixes for road construction. …”
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Intestinal Parasites Infection in Children with Cancer in Ahvaz, Southwest Iran by Roya Salehi Kahyesh, Arash Alghasi, Shekoufe Haddadi, Asaad Sharhani

“…Infection with intestinal parasites is widespread worldwide, especially in developing countries. Intestinal parasites are known as one of the leading causes of diarrhea in both immunocompetent and immunocompromised subjects, but cancer patients are highly susceptible to contamination, and it can be deadly for them. …”
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Predictors of Neonatal Mortality in Ethiopia: A Comprehensive Review of Follow-Up Studies by Derara Girma, Hiwot Dejene, Leta Adugna

“…Neonatal mortality remains a prominent public health problem in developing countries. Particularly, Ethiopia has a higher neonatal mortality rate than the average sub-Saharan African countries. …”
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Knowledge on Food Safety and Food-Handling Practices of Street Food Vendors in Ejisu-Juaben Municipality of Ghana by Raymond Addo-Tham, Emmanuel Appiah-Brempong, Hasehni Vampere, Emmanuel Acquah-Gyan, Adjei Gyimah Akwasi

“…Street foods have become a major source of cooked food for most households and individuals in many developing countries including Ghana. However, the rising concern about food-borne illness has questioned the knowledge of the street food vendors to constitute safety practices for food handling. …”
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Previous Early Antenatal Service Utilization Improves Timely Booking: Cross-Sectional Study at University of Gondar Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia by Tadesse Belayneh, Mulat Adefris, Gashaw Andargie

“…However, existing evidence from developing countries indicate that lots of pregnant woman begin ANC booking lately. …”
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Prevalence of pulmonary arterial hypertension in post-tuberculosis lung fibrosis patients: A cross-sectional observational study by Rupak Chatterjee, Priyanka Ghosh, Kumkum Sarkar, Shambo Samrat Samajdar, Shatavisa Mukherjee, Alex George, Netai Pramanik

“…Pulmonary TB still being an important global health problem, especially in developing countries, PAH developing after pulmonary TB deserves attention. …”
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Effectiveness of Moringa Leaf Juice in Increasing Hemoglobin Levels and Reducing Blood Pressure in Pregnant Women with Anemia and Hypertension by Hastuti Usman, Niluh Nita Silfia, Narmin Narmin, Artika Dewie

“… Background: Anemia and hypertension during pregnancy are significant public health challenges, particularly in developing countries, as they are associated with increased risks of maternal and fetal complications, such as preeclampsia and stunting. …”
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Determinants of Occupational Injury: A Case Control Study among Textile Factory Workers in Amhara Regional State, Ethiopia by Zewdie Aderaw, Dagnew Engdaw, Takele Tadesse

“…However, efforts towards investigation of determinants among factory workers are very minimal in developing countries. Thus, this study aimed at to identify determinants of occupational injury among textile factory workers in Amahara regional state in Ethiopia. …”
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Determinants of e-pharmacy adoption and the mediating role of social influence among young users by Adetumilara Iyanuoluwa Adebo, Kehinde Aladelusi, Mustapha Mohammed

“…Practical implications – Research includes information relevant to access the impact of e-pharmacy services on healthcare accessibility, affordability and quality in developing countries. Originality/value – The findings extend the adoption of technology literature in healthcare and offer a new understanding of adoption dynamics. …”
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Self-medication pattern among medical students in Middle Delta, Egypt by Nadira Mansour Hassan, Shimaa Mohamed Mohamed Koabar

“…Abstract Background Self- medication leading to wastage of limited resources in developing countries, prolonged suffering, increase resistance to drugs and may result in significant medical complications such as adverse drug responses and dependence. …”
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YouTube Hindi Videos Proved to be a Valid and Reliable Source of Health Information: A Case Study of COVID-19 Vaccine by Nibha Sinha, Sonali Patle

“…Almost all 50 videos had wide viewership, so health professionals and news media organizations cannot ignore this popular platform to improve the health awareness of citizens in a developing country like India.…”
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