The influence of sex on sleep characteristics in the adult and older adult population: findings from the EPISONO sleep study by Mayra dos Santos Silva, Priscila Farias Tempaku, Priscila Farias Tempaku, Monica Levy Andersen, Monica Levy Andersen, Sergio Tufik, Sergio Tufik, Dalva Poyares, Dalva Poyares

“…This study prospectively evaluated, with full-night PSG, the sleep of the general population and reported significant findings according to sex and age, suggesting that some sleep parameters change differently in men and women, as we age.…”
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Perceptions and attitudes towards AI among trainee and qualified radiologists at selected South African training hospitals by Ayanda I. Nciki, Linda T. Hlabangana

“…Most knew about AI from media reports (77%) and majority (95%) were never involved in AI training; only 3% of participants had no knowledge of AI at all. …”
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Are all tuberculosis deaths correctly attributed due to tuberculosis? Analysis of causes of death (COD) using verbal autopsy: A cross-sectional study in Puducherry by Reenaa Mohan, M Rajalakshmi, G Kalaiselvan

“…Material and Method: The community-based cross-sectional study was conducted among the closest caregivers of the reported TB death cases using a verbal autopsy questionnaire. …”
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ZBiotics ameliorates T2DM-induced histopathological damage in liver, kidney and adipose tissues by modulating the NOD-like receptor signaling in Wistar rats by Mohammed Esawie, Marwa Matboli, Mariam Sameh Bushra, Amany H. Hasanin, Eman Kamal Habib, Reham Hussein Mohamed, Hebatalla Said Ali

“…With immunohistochemistry, TNF-alpha and LC3B were assessed as reflectors for inflammation and autophagy respectively. ZBiotics was reported to ameliorate the T2DM-induced histological damage. …”
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The Feasibility and Acceptability of a Community Science Approach to Explore Infant Formula Preparation Safety in the Home by Sara Jones, Jonie Cooper, Abbie Dolling, Tara McNamara, Susan Dvorak, Vicky Sibson, Amy Brown, Emma Yhnell, Phyll Buchanan, Sharon Breward, Rebecca Ellis, Aimee Grant

“…This had limited effectiveness in engaging parents in research design but was more successful in recruitment to the data generation stage. Many parents reported enjoyment in taking part and feeling valued for their knowledge, although for a minority, increased awareness of the risks of preparing infant formula caused distress. …”
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Exploring the mediating role of the non-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol to high-density lipoprotein cholesterol ratio (NHHR) in the association between obesity and sleep-disor... by Ying Cui, Ziyi Cheng

“…SDB was defined based on the self-reported frequency of snoring, snorting, or excessive daytime sleepiness. …”
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FEDERALISM, INSECURITY, AND THE PERSISTENT AGITATIONS AMONG ETHNIC GROUPS IN NIGERIA’S FOURTH REPUBLIC: ANY WAY FORWARD? by TEMITOPE EMMANUEL ABIODUN, IBRAHIM ADEDAYO OYEWOLE, ENOCH AKINLOLUWA MAKINDE

“…Data were obtained through official publications, journals, textbooks, newspapers and reports. Findings revealed that the current pseudo-federal setup in Nigeria is indeed a major contributory factor to persistent ethnic agitations which have led to diverse insecurity cases in the fourth republic. …”
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Heavy metal and metalloid pollution: A systematic review of health implications for pregnant women, children, and geriatrics in the East African region by Godswill J. Udom, Brian Turyahabwe, Ayodeji Aturamu, Omoirri M. Aziakpono, Richard D. Agbana, Omole G. Joseph, Nita-wills G. Udom, Nuru Mugide, Omali P. Odey, Haron Olot, Orish E. Orisakwe

“…The study adopted the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses. …”
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Long-Term Results of the Etiotropic Therapy of Subcompensed Liver Cirrhosis in the Outcome of Chronic Hepatitis C by P. O. Bogomolov, A. O. Bueverov, V. E. Bakirova, E. O. Lyusina, E. A. Fedosyina, S. V. Koblov, O. V. Sumtsova

“…The assessment of laboratory data revealed a decrease in the median of total bilirubin by 13.6 μmol/l, as well as an increase in the median of serum albumin by 9.7 g/L and the median of platelets by 41,700/μl. Two deaths were reported due to hepatocellular cancer (HCC) and bleeding from esophageal varices. …”
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Affordability of sugar-sweetened beverages and nonessential energy-dense foods after taxation, Mexico, 2010–2022 by Néstor A. Sánchez-Ortiz, Adriana Vargas Flores, Jesús E. Morales-Ríos, J. Alai Quiroz-Reyes, M. Arantxa Colchero

“…Trends in the affordability ratio and its components (e.g. income and costs) are reported. Additionally, different tax increases were simulated for 2014–2022. …”
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Epidemiology of urinary tract infections in the Middle East and North Africa, 1990–2021 by Fatemeh Amiri, Saeid Safiri, Reza Aletaha, Mark J. M. Sullman, Kamaleddin Hassanzadeh, Ali-Asghar Kolahi, Shahnam Arshi

“…Abstract Objective This research reports the incidence, mortality, and disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) associated with urinary tract infections (UTIs) in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, stratified by sex, age, and Socio-demographic Index (SDI) from 1990 to 2021. …”
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Financial and economic consequences of the war for Ukraine by Olena Lytvyn

“…Most of the Ukrainian companies focus on the domestic market, with a limited presence on foreign markets. They report losses of up to 100 USD thousand. The scale of financial losses varies across sectors, with the construction sector suffering the most and the least, agriculture, telecommunications, marketing, consulting and design services. …”
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Poor school attendance and exclusion: a systematic review protocol on educational risk factors for self-harm and suicidal behaviours by Sophie Epstein, Emmert Roberts, Rosemary Sedgwick, Katie Finning, Tamsin Ford, Rina Dutta, Johnny Downs

“…A descriptive analysis will be performed, and where appropriate, results will be combined in meta-analyses.Ethics and dissemination This is a systematic review of published literature, and therefore ethical approval will not be sought. We will publish reports in health and education journals, present our work at conferences focused on school mental health and communicate our findings to practitioners and managers in public health, education and child mental health.PROSPERO registration number CRD42018088608.…”
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Clinical and Morphological Manifestations of Gastritis and Serum Cytokine Levels in Schoolchildren with Familial History of Gastric Cancer by T. V. Polivanova, E. V. Kasparov, V. A. Vshivkov

“…The cytokine regulation properties of gastritis in schoolchildren with familial history of gastric cancer have been reported.…”
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Predicting hydropower generation: A comparative analysis of Machine learning models and optimization algorithms for enhanced forecasting accuracy and operational efficiency by Chunyang Wang, Chao Li, Yudong Feng, Shoufeng Wang

“…This examination’s contributions comprise the creation of a scalable, data-driven method for hydropower optimization, the illustration of its capability to decrease prediction errors remarkably, and its practical application in renewable energy management. These reports highlight the potential of the proposed configuration to elevate hydropower prediction accuracy and support the transition to sustainable energy frameworks.…”
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A qualitative exploration of owner experiences following dog adoption by Bethany Joy Moyer, Helen Zulch, Beth Ann Ventura, Oliver Burman

“…Behaviours used by owners to assess dog adjustment included: moderation of behavioural extremes (e.g. lethargy and restlessness); play; tail wagging; greeting; and learning their routine. Owners reported that prior experiences and medical needs impacted the adjustment duration, that they adjusted aspects of their lifestyle, and raised concerns about being the right fit for their dog. …”
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Future climate and agricultural farming systems affect the fungal plastisphere of different biodegradable plastics at the early stage of field degradation by Benjawan Tanunchai, Martin Schädler, Matthias Noll

“…These microbes were previously reported as plastic colonizers and potential plastic degraders. …”
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CONGENITAL PSEUDOARTHROSIS TIBIA IN CHILD WITH NEUROFIBROMATOSIS TYPE 1 TREATED WITH THE COMBINED VASCULARIZED FIBULAR GRAFT AND ELASTIC STABLE INTRAMEDULLARY NAIL (ESIN) by Sulis Bayusentono, Trixie Brevi Putri

“…Conclusion: Combination of VFG after complete resection of tibial pseudoarthrosis and ESIN in this case report showed a success in achieving and maintaining the bony union, thus this therapy became one of the preferences as a suitable standard therapy that we use in our hospital institution.…”
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Digital therapeutics in Korea: current status, challenges, and future directions – a narrative review by Hee Jun Shin, Ik Tae Cho, Wan Suk Choi, Hong Rae Kim, Min Bong Kang, Won Jong Yang

“…This study utilized a literature review and market analysis approach to examine the latest research, industry reports, and regulatory documents related to DTx. …”
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Working experiences of remote interpreters in health care settings—insights from Austria and Germany by Sophie Klomfar, Sophie Klomfar, Anna Teufel, Gernot Gerger, Maria Kletečka-Pulker, Maria Kletečka-Pulker, Klara Doppler, Klara Doppler, Magdalena Eitenberger, Magdalena Eitenberger, Sabine Völkl-Kernstock, Sabine Völkl-Kernstock

“…For example, in some studies, VRI interpreters report higher stress and job dissatisfaction. We hypothesize that interpreters’ work experience and supervision attendance mitigate negative effects. …”
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