Protecting the Autonomy of Patients with Severe Mental Illness Through Psychiatric Advance Directive Peer-Facilitation by Nicholas Karasik

“…Guiding Distributive Justice: Capability Theory Capability theory is an account of justice opportunity that places a fundamental moral significance on individuals' ability to reach proper functioning and well-being.[52] Whether or not an individual can make use of a particular set of resources and convert them into a state of functioning depends on personal, sociopolitical, and environmental conditions ("conversion factors").[53] In this sense, liberty is not the absence of restraint from others or institutions but the freedom achieved through capability-enhancing relationships.[54] Within the context of bioethics, capability theory shifts focus toward creating circumstances by which individuals can direct their lives as they choose.[55] Acting in accordance with the principle of beneficence, peer-support specialists could enhance the capability of patients to be self-determined and autonomous, which would promote patient well-being and empowerment.[56] Those living with SMI, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, are among the most disadvantaged in society, experiencing social and economic hardship related to their illness.[57] These individuals are often feared and rejected by others, which increases depression, lowers self-esteem, and engenders feelings of social isolation.[58] Compounding their challenges, especially for those facing structural inequalities, is insufficient access to appropriate mental health services supporting recovery.[59] Capability theory provides a sound justification for the resource distribution necessary to create and sustain a thriving network of peer-support specialists, to which those with SMI currently do not have access. …”
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Impact on alcohol selection and online purchasing of changing the proportion of available non-alcoholic versus alcoholic drinks: A randomised controlled trial. by Natasha Clarke, Anna K M Blackwell, Jennifer Ferrar, Katie De-Loyde, Mark A Pilling, Marcus R Munafò, Theresa M Marteau, Gareth J Hollands

“…<h4>Background</h4>Increasing the availability of non-alcoholic options is a promising population-level intervention to reduce alcohol consumption, currently unassessed in naturalistic settings. …”
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Evaluating the impact, implementation experience and political economy of primary care networks in Kenya: protocol for a mixed methods study by Beatrice Amboko, Jacinta Nzinga, Benjamin Tsofa, Peter Mugo, Anita Musiega, Beryl Maritim, Ethan Wong, Caitlin Mazzilli, Wangari Ng’ang’a, Brittany Hagedorn, Gillian Turner, Anne Musuva, Felix Murira, Nirmala Ravishankar, Salim Hussein, Edwine Barasa

“…Abstract Background Primary care networks (PCNs) are increasingly being adopted in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to improve the delivery of primary health care (PHC). …”
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Assessing and Enhancing Nutrition and Physical Activity Environments in Early Childhood Education and Care Centers: Scoping Review of eHealth Tools by Joyce Hayek, Kelsi Dickson, Lynne M Z Lafave

“… BackgroundEarly childhood is a critical period for shaping lifelong health behaviors, making early childhood education and care (ECEC) environments ideal for implementing nutrition and physical activity interventions. eHealth tools are increasingly utilized in ECEC settings due to their accessibility, scalability, and cost-effectiveness, demonstrating promise in enhancing educators’ practices. …”
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Presentation of Financial Assets in the Monetary Statistics by V. N. Salin, O. Y. Sitnikova, L. Y. Arhangelskaya

“…The purpose of the study. Currently, the issues of determining, presenting and analyzing indicators of economic assets, in particular, financial ones, are relevant, since financial assets, along with nonfinancial ones, constitute the most important characteristic of national wealth as a level of development of the country and are the basis for constructing national accounts, indicators of monetary statistics and other sections of macroeconomic statistics. …”
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A Legal Analysis of Liability for the Loss of the Subject Matter of Sale after Contract Termination: A New Inquiry into Sunni Jurisprudence by Mohammad Hossein Taghipour Darzi Naghibi, Umm al-Banin Ramzan Zadeh, Mostafa Firoozi Rad

“…Determining who bears the liability for this loss becomes a contentious issue: should it be the party currently in possession or the rightful owner awaiting the return? …”
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Everyday living with osteoarthritis in the global South: A qualitative focus group inquiry in Nigeria by Tolulope Owoyemi, Ibidunni Alonge, Oladapo Adetunji, Emmanuel Ogbu, Adebimpe Ogunbanjo, Simon White, Adewale Adebajo, Christian Mallen, Opeyemi O. Babatunde, Krysia Dziedzic

“…This study aimed to explore lived experiences, expressed needs and current care gaps for people living with osteoarthritis in low-health resource contexts using Nigeria as a case study. …”
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A comprehensive review of methodologies and application to use the real-world data and analytics platform TriNetX by Ralf J. Ludwig, Ralf J. Ludwig, Ralf J. Ludwig, Matthew Anson, Matthew Anson, Henner Zirpel, Diamant Thaci, Henning Olbrich, Katja Bieber, Khalaf Kridin, Khalaf Kridin, Khalaf Kridin, Astrid Dempfle, Philip Curman, Philip Curman, Philip Curman, Philip Curman, Sizheng S. Zhao, Uazman Alam, Uazman Alam, Uazman Alam

“…TriNetX’s federated network architecture allows real-time, privacy-compliant data access, significantly enhancing the ability to conduct retrospective studies and refine clinical trial designs. With access to currently over 150 million EHRs, TriNetX has proven particularly effective in filling gaps left by RCTs, especially in the context of rare diseases, rare endpoints, and diverse patient populations. …”
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Valorising mango, cashew apple, and papaya by-products for sustainable small ruminant production in low-income food deficit countries—a review by Antoinette Simpah Anim-Jnr, Salma Binta Yusif Ishaq, Prince Sasu, Sadat Gyimah, Henry Michael Rivers Greathead, Christine Boesch, Faith Philemon Mabiki, Mohammad Naushad Emmambux

“…The review examines the current state of small ruminant livestock production in LIFDCs, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa and adopts a systems thinking approach to consider using cashew apple, papaya, and mango by-products as a potential feed source. …”
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Interior Point Algorithm in Multi-objective Portfolio Optimization: GlueVaR Approach by Elaheh Gohania, Gholamreza Mansourfar, Fahimeh Biglari

“…Conclusion Based on the current findings, it is evident that the internal point algorithm is effective in resolving stock portfolio optimization issues. …”
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Manganese for Whom? A Review on Manganese Mining Permits towards the Existence of Springs’ Sacred Forest in Manggarai Flores by Bernadinus Steni, Hariadi Kartodihardjo, Soeryo Adiwibowo, Ruchyat Deni Djakapermana

“…Both the spatial analysis and qualitative data are then analyzed alongside the legal framework of land use and spring used to distill the institutional barriers leading to the issuance of permits in such contexts. The analysis then briefly traces the current political economy of mining’s permits underlying the institutional interactions to better understand why the institutions behave as they do. …”
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Genomic Insights into and Lytic Potential of Native Bacteriophages M8-2 and M8-3 Against Clinically Relevant Multidrug-Resistant <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> by Francisco Ricardo Rodríguez-Recio, Javier Alberto Garza-Cervantes, Francisco de Jesús Balderas-Cisneros, José Rubén Morones-Ramírez

“…Their safety profile, high target specificity, and robust lytic activity underscore the feasibility of incorporating phage-based strategies into current antimicrobial protocols. This study contributes to the broader goal of developing sustainable and effective phage therapies for diverse clinical and environmental contexts.…”
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Medical embryology and regenerative medicine: research and applications in clinical practice by Julia Soczyńska, Julia Soczyńska, Wiktor Gawełczyk, Wiktor Gawełczyk, Patrycja Obrycka, Patrycja Obrycka, Mateusz Żołyniak, Mateusz Żołyniak, Adrian Muzyka, Adrian Muzyka, Krzysztof Majcherczyk, Krzysztof Majcherczyk, Julia Papierkowska, Julia Papierkowska, Sławomir Woźniak

“…Taking this progress a step further, the ability to introduce stem cells into damaged tissues, thereby facilitating the formation of functional structures, has led to the growing interest in organoids -three-dimensional models that replicate key functions of real organs. Organoids are currently applied not only in drug screening but are also gaining increasing attention for their role in cancer therapy research. …”
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The Bioethics-CSR Divide by Caio Caesar Dib

“…This includes investments, entrepreneurship models, and its relationship to stakeholders, leading to an increasing operationalization and globalization of the concept.[6] At first sight, these two movements seem to stem from different contexts. …”
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A novel in vitro system for simultaneous infections with hepatitis B, C, D and E viruses by Roxanne Fouillé, Eloi R. Verrier, Amse De Meyer, Lieven Verhoye, Maud Michelet, Romain Barnault, Caroline Pons, Olivier Diaz, Michel Rivoire, Guillaume Passot, Eike Steinmann, Heiner Wedemeyer, Anna Salvetti, Nicole Pavio, Virginie Doceul, Raphaël Darteil, Philip Meuleman, David Durantel, Julie Lucifora

“…Using HEV-infected HuHep mice, we confirmed the antiviral effect of vonafexor, an FXR agonist, that is currently being tested clinically against HBV/HDV. …”
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Prevalence and associated factors of tuberculosis among diabetic patients attending public health facilities in Ethiopia: a multicenter study by Ayinalem Alemu, Getachew Seid, Getu Diriba, Michael Hailu, Biniyam Dange, Shewki Moga, Daniel Melese, Gemechu Tadesse, Solomon H Mariam, Nega Berhe, Balako Gumi

“…Abstract Background Individuals with diabetes mellitus (DM) have high tuberculosis (TB) prevalence. Currently, the incidence of DM is increasing in low and middle-income countries including Ethiopia where TB is also endemic, which may complicate TB prevention and control efforts. …”
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Improving older people’s experiences and safety at transitions of care: the PACT mixed-methods study including RCT by Jenni Murray, Ruth Baxter, Jane O’Hara, Laura Sheard, Catherine Hewitt, Natasha Hardicre, Charles Vincent, Eirini Oikonomou, Gerry Richardson, Rosie Shannon, Kalpita Baird, Stephen Brealey, Robbie Foy, Laura Mandefield, Sarah Hampton, Ed Breckin, Lubena Mirza, Alfredo Palacios, Sally Moore, Jayne Marran, Jacqui Elliot, Jane Schofield, Alison Cracknell, Beth Woods, Sarah Cockayne, Thomas Mills, Yvonne Birks, Olivia Joseph, Rebecca Lawton

“…This research aimed to understand if increased involvement of older people in their care in hospital would improve the safety and experience of care transitions. …”
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Mapping the Dream: Designing Optimal E-Bike Routes in Valparaíso, Chile, Using a Multicriteria Analysis and an Experimental Study by Vicente Aprigliano, Catalina Toro, Gonzalo Rojas, Iván Bastías, Marcus Cardoso, Tálita Santos, Marcelino Aurélio Vieira da Silva, Emilio Bustos, Ualison Rébula de Oliveira, Sebastian Seriani

“…These findings challenge the current regulatory limit of 250 W for non-motorized vehicles in Chile, highlighting the potential benefits of increasing their power limits to enhance sustainable mobility in the hilly urban contexts of this country. …”
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Are they looking for support? Mental health and trauma awareness as predictors of mental health help-seeking behaviour among young adults and adolescents in Bangladesh, Egypt, Ghan... by Maxwell Peprah Opoku, Rahemeen Yusuf, Shakila Nur, Ebenezer Mensah Gyimah, Lilian Frimpomaa, Eleana Charalambous, Yasmin A. Salem, Mokhtar A. Elkayal, Aisha A. Abosrea, Tawasol Babiker, Mahra Murad Alblooshi, Erin September, Nada Obaid, Daniel Miezah, Ashraf Moustafa

“…This stagnation may be attributed to limited research on the underlying causes of mental health issues, such as trauma, as well as a lack of awareness regarding mental health disorders and help-seeking behaviours. The current study seeks to mainstream the understanding of mental health disorders by investigating the impact of trauma awareness and mental health disorders on the variance in help-seeking behaviours for mental health in non-Western contexts. …”
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Burnout in medical education: interventions from a co-creation process by Anke Boone, Lutgart Braeckman, Nele Michels, Kris Van den Broeck, Hanne Kindermans, Ann Roex, Marie-Claire Lambrechts, Sofie Vandenbroeck, Annabel Bijnens, Sofie Van den Acker, Sofie Boghe, Charlotte Vanneck, Dirk Devroey, Lode Godderis

“…While organisational interventions are increasingly recognized as crucial to address burnout, individual-focused interventions remain predominant in current research. …”
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