Indigenous Peoples’ responses to evacuation for birth in Ontario: conceptualizing risk through an Indigenous midwifery-led approach by Erika Campbell, Melanie Murdock, Sarah Durant, Carole Couchie, Carmel Meekis, Charitie Rae, Julie Kenequanash, Lisa Boivin, Jacob Barry, Arthi Erika Jeymohan, Karen Lawford

“…In this study, we sought to understand how pregnant Indigenous people in Ontario conceptualise health and risk. Methods We collected data through semi-structured interviews with 43 participants who have been evacuated for birth or are kin of an evacuee who live in Ontario, Canada. …”
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“Do you believe in an afterlife?”: Fabricating sustainability-oriented entrepreneurs with curvilinear effects of religious beliefs by Cong Doanh Duong, Thi Thanh Hoa Phan, Thu Van Bui, Tuan Vu Chu, Lam Hanh Trang Pham

“…Focusing on three specific religious beliefs—afterlife beliefs, karmic beliefs, and beliefs in a just world—the research investigates both the direct and indirect effects of these beliefs on sustainability-oriented intentions. Data were collected from 385 university students using a structured survey, and the proposed relationships were analyzed through regression analysis and response surface methodology. …”
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Family study of bipolar disorder with comorbid anxiety disorder points to THSD7A with possible role of parent‐of‐origin effect by Hiroaki Maki, Naomi Sakai, Muneko Kataoka, Kumiko Fujii, Yuki Kageyama, Takashi Hayama, Koji Matsuo, Masaki Nishioka, Tadafumi Kato

“…Abstract Aim The aim of this study was to provide new insights into the genetics of bipolar disorder (BD) by analyzing BD comorbid with anxiety disorders. Methods Structured interviews were conducted with BD patients and their parents. …”
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Assessing Milk Authenticity Using Protein and Peptide Biomarkers: A Decade of Progress in Species Differentiation and Fraud Detection by Achilleas Karamoutsios, Pelagia Lekka, Chrysoula Chrysa Voidarou, Marilena Dasenaki, Nikolaos S. Thomaidis, Ioannis Skoufos, Athina Tzora

“…Future progress will depend on the convergence of high-resolution proteomics with multi-omics integration, structured data fusion, and machine learning frameworks, enabling scalable, specific, and robust solutions for milk authentication in increasingly complex food systems.…”
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The Influence of Occupational Factors on Contact Dermatitis in Symptomatic Healthcare Workers: A Patch Test Study by Cristiana Ferrari, Giuseppina Somma, Viola Giovinazzo, Margherita Iarossi, Michele Treglia, Margherita Pallocci, Luca Di Giampaolo, Andrea Magrini, Luca Coppeta

“…The study population comprised 127 HCWs who attended routine occupational health surveillance at the Tor Vergata Teaching Hospital in Rome between November 2023 and May 2024. A structured dermatitis questionnaire and patch testing were administered to the participants. …”
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Nimble Approach: fast, adapting, calculating and ethically mindful approach to managing colorectal cancer screening programmes during a pandemic by Nancy N Baxter, Arlinda Ruco, Jill Tinmouth, Catherine Dubé, Anne Sorvari, Linda Rabeneck, Natalie A Baker, Marcia Facey, Amina Benmessaoud

“…Objective To describe a conceptual framework that provides understanding of the challenges encountered and the adaptive approaches taken by organised colorectal cancer (CRC) screening programmes during the initial phase of the COVID-19 pandemic.Design This was a qualitative case study of international CRC screening programmes. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with programme managers/leaders and programme experts, researchers and clinical leaders of large, population-based screening programmes. …”
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Clinical Epidemiology and Molecular Investigation of Protoparvovirus carnivoran1 Infection in Naturally Infected Domestic Cats in Bangladesh by Sanjida Ali Sani, Chandan Nath, Md Moktadir Billah Reza, Jannatul Naima, Partha Samanta, Md Saddam Hossain, Md Rayhan Faruque, Md Ahaduzzaman

“…Data were analysed using descriptive, univariable and multivariable statistical techniques. …”
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Non-Thermal Plasma Applications in Maize Seed Remediation, Disinfection, and Improvement for Growth: A Review by Diana Guadalupe Gutierrez-Leon, Jorge Jurado-Paramo, Benjamin Gonzalo Rodriguez-Mendez, Diego Medina-Castro, Regulo Lopez-Callejas

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The correlation between the amount of weight gain and physical activity levels in Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate (DMPA) users by Zumroh Hasanah, Desiana Merawati, Raja Mohammed Firhad Raja Azidin, Dessy Amelia, Alifia Candra Puriastuti, Rizqie Putri Novembriani, Nurya Viandika, Putri Nurika Dewi

“…Methods: This study used a cross-sectional design with consecutive sampling, involving 82 women (aged 19-51 years, average weight 58 kg) selected using the Slovin formula. Data were collected through structured interviews and questionnaires covering demographics, medical history, and physical activity level based on IPAQ. …”
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Perception of organ donation and its basic norms: A study among hospital employees by Anasuya Ghosh, Riya Ben, Venkata Nikesh Kumar Mallampati, Subhramoy Chaudhury, Astom Mondal

“…All the participants were individually approached for a face-to-face interview using a pre-structured and pre-validated questionnaire. The data were analyzed using Microsoft excel and Stata 12 software. …”
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Evaluating the World Health Organization’s Hearts Model for Hypertension and Diabetes Management: A Pilot Implementation Study in Guatemala by Irmgardt Alicia Wellmann, Luis Fernando Ayala, Taryn M. Valley, Vilma Irazola, Mark D. Huffman, Michele Heisler, Peter Rohloff, Rocío Donis, Eduardo Palacios, Manuel Ramírez-Zea, David Flood

“…The primary outcomes were feasibility and acceptability, measured through 20 structured interviews with Ministry of Health employees and by examining enrolment and retention data. …”
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User and healthcare provider early experiences with the PrEP ring: a quantitative study on the introduction of a new PrEP method in Eswatini by Anita Hettema, Siphesihle Shongwe, Haley Sisel, Mxolisi Khumalo, Ncediso Gama, Nolwazi Khanyile, Buyile Mahlalela, Sindy Nana Matse, Jill M. Peterson

“…During the first 2 months of offering PrEP choice, providers (n = 16) completed a structured questionnaire on the feasibility and acceptability of PrEP choice service delivery. …”
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National Healthcare Transformation Program in Saudi Arabia: Awareness of the New Models of Care Among Health Professionals by Althuwaybi MA, Alshammari TM, Tharkar S, Alodhayani AA, Al-Muammar M, Abulmeaty M, Almutari KM

“…However, there is substantial potential for improving awareness through structured training programs. Consequently, healthcare policymakers must prioritize the development of structured training programs through training and reinforcement that address all six MoC components.Keywords: awareness, healthcare transformation, National Transformation Program, model of care, Saudi Arabia, Vision 2030…”
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Screening for delirium: a quality improvement audit in geriatric care by Jazba Yousaf, Shams Ud Duja, Areeba Asghar, Sami Mehdi, Faiza Khan

“…Staff education: ongoing training for healthcare professionals on delirium recognition and the use of structured screening tools (CAM, 4AT) should be prioritised to ensure staff competency8; 2. …”
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Sentiment Dynamics Among Informal Caregivers in Web-Based Alzheimer Communities: Systematic Analysis of Emotional Support and Interaction Patterns by Congning Ni, Qingyuan Song, Qingxia Chen, Lijun Song, Patricia Commiskey, Lauren Stratton, Bradley Malin, Zhijun Yin

“…This phenomenon is part of a broader trend of steadily rising positive sentiment among ADRD caregivers. Using structured topic modeling, we cataloged a diverse range of topics that included both emotional aspects, such as family emotions, and practical concerns, such as diagnosis and treatment and everyday care practices. …”
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Reasons for non-participation and dropout in a longitudinal study of an app-based support service among adult patients in a psychiatric outpatient setting during the COVID-19 pande... by Luisa Kaufmann, Sabrina Baldofski, Konstanze Golsong, Elisabeth Kohls, Elisabeth Kohls, Christine Rummel-Kluge, Christine Rummel-Kluge

“…Analyzing underlying reasons holds promise for improving future recruitment methods, study design, and app features.ObjectiveThis study investigated reasons for non-participation and dropout among adult psychiatric outpatients in a study examining an app for self-reflection, daily structuring, relaxation, mindfulness, and psychoeducation in Germany during COVID-19 pandemic, as well as potential differences between dropouts and completers.MethodsDescriptive statistics on reasons for non-participation using an anonymous questionnaire and for dropout based on semi-structured telephone interviews were performed. …”
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Variability in anticoagulation duration and follow-up for deep venous thrombosis: a retrospective cohort study by Adam Darnley, Thomas Knight, Jecko Thachil

“…Current guidelines recommend a minimum of 3 months of anticoagulation, followed by reassessment to determine the need for continued therapy.1 However, no structured follow-up pathway exists within our Trust. …”
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A qualitative pilot study exploring the acceptability of a peer provider delivered substance use brief intervention from the perspective of youth in Kenya by Florence Jaguga, Matthew C. Aalsma, Leslie A. Enane, Matthew Turissini, Edith Kamaru Kwobah, Edith Apondi, Julius Barasa, Gilliane Kosgei, Yvonne Olando, Mary A. Ott

“…Methods We conducted qualitative semi-structured interviews with youth participants (n = 25) to explore acceptability of a substance use BI. …”
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EXPLORING DISCOURSE MARKERS IN COMPLAINTS: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF NATIVE AND NON-NATIVE ITALIAN SPEAKERS by Anna De Marco, Emanuela Paone

“…The goal is to understand the role of DMs in mitigating, intensifying, or structuring complaints in Italian language learners at A1-A2 and B1-B2 levels compared to native speakers. …”
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Tailoring nursing interventions to empower patients: personal coping strategies and self-management in type 2 diabetes care by Ateya Megahed Ibrahim, Fatma Abd El Latief Gano, Hassanat Ramadan Abdel-Aziz, Nora H. Elneblawi, Donia Elsaid Fathi Zaghamir, Lobna Mohamed Mohamed Abu Negm, Rasha Kamal Mohamed Sweelam, Safaa Ibrahim Ahmed, Heba Ahmed Osman Mohamed, Fathia gamal elsaid hassabelnaby, Aziza Mohamed Kamel

“…Aim This study evaluates the effectiveness of a structured diabetes self-management education program on patients’ self-management behaviors, empowerment, and activation levels. …”
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