Increasing our knowledge about the epidemiology of Helicobacter pylori in Nunavik’s Inuit population (Québec, Canada) using Qanuilirpitaa? 2017 cross-sectional survey by Julie Ducrocq, Benoit Lévesque, Gaston De Serres, Véronique Boiteau, Cedric P. Yansouni, Jean-François Proulx, Denis Talbot

“…Despite current regional guidelines targeting high risk individuals in the context of high prevalence, Nunavik’s health authorities must remain vigilant by following gastric cancer incidence and the rapid evolution of guidelines, while considering local realities.…”
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Epidemiological characteristics and interrupted time series analysis of mumps in Quzhou City, 2005–2023 by Canya Fu, Wenjie Xu, Wangfeng Zheng, Xiaoying Gong, Quanjun Fang, Zhiying Yin, Canjie Zheng

“…To analyze epidemiological characteristics of mumps in different periods and explore the impact of different immunization strategies of mumps containing vaccine (MuCV) on the incidence of mumps in Quzhou. …”
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Antiviral efficacy of fluoxetine in early symptomatic COVID-19: an open-label, randomised, controlled, adaptive platform trial (PLATCOV)Research in context by Podjanee Jittamala, Simon Boyd, William H.K. Schilling, James A. Watson, Thundon Ngamprasertchai, Tanaya Siripoon, Viravarn Luvira, Elizabeth M. Batty, Phrutsamon Wongnak, Lisia M. Esper, Pedro J. Almeida, Cintia Cruz, Fernando R. Ascencao, Renato S. Aguiar, Najia K. Ghanchi, James J. Callery, Shivani Singh, Varaporn Kruabkontho, Thatsanun Ngernseng, Jaruwan Tubprasert, Wanassanan Madmanee, Kanokon Suwannasin, Amornrat Promsongsil, Borimas Hanboonkunupakarn, Kittiyod Poovorawan, Manus Potaporn, Attasit Srisubat, Bootsakorn Loharjun, Walter R.J. Taylor, Farah Qamar, Abdul Momin Kazi, M. Asim Beg, Danoy Chommanam, Sisouphanh Vidhamaly, Kesinee Chotivanich, Mallika Imwong, Sasithon Pukrittayakamee, Arjen M. Dondorp, Nicholas P.J. Day, Mauro M. Teixeira, Watcharapong Piyaphanee, Weerapong Phumratanaprapin, Nicholas J. White

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The Main Directions of Improving the Methodology for the Application of Advanced Information and Communication Technologies in the Statistical Activities of the Republic of Uzbekis... by I. E. Zhukovskaya

“…This article presents the main directions of improving the methodology of using advanced information and communication technologies in the statistical industry of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the context of the digitalization of the economy. In particular, it is shown that modern ICTs have a huge potential for global competitiveness and contribute to the growth of the country's economy.Currently, in the statistical industry of the Republic of Uzbekistan, a large number of statistical calculations and forecasts are carried out on the basis of the use of the advanced ICT, there is experience in organizing interaction between information systems (IS), operating in the State Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan on Statistics (Goskomstat), however, in preparation for population census and the implementation of the National Program “Digital Uzbekistan – 2030”, there is a need to develop new methodological solutions, technologies, software products, innovative mechanisms for collecting, processing and providing reporting information to various categories of users based on the use of the advanced ICT.Purpose. …”
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Short Interfering RNA Directed against the SLUG Gene Increases Cell Death Induction in Human Melanoma Cell Lines Exposed to Cisplatin and Fotemustine by Ivan Vannini, Massimiliano Bonafe, Anna Tesei, Marco Rosetti, Francesco Fabbri, Gianluca Storci, Paola Ulivi, Giovanni Brigliadori, Dino Amadori, Wainer Zoli

“…Background: Melanoma remains largely resistant to currently available chemotherapy, and new strategies have been proposed to flank standardized therapeutic protocols in an effort to improve efficacy. …”
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The epidemiology of bacterial meningitis in the United States during 2008–2023: an analysis of active, laboratory, population-based, multistate surveillance dataResearch in context... by Namrata Prasad, Miwako Kobayashi, Jennifer P. Collins, Amy B. Rubis, Gordana Derado, Miranda J. Delahoy, Daniel C. Payne, Lesley McGee, Sopio Chochua, Henju Marjuki, Lucy A. McNamara, LeAnne M. Fox, Arthur Reingold, Megan Barnes, Susan Petit, Monica M. Farley, Lee H. Harrison, Ruth Lynfield, Jessica Houston, Bridget J. Anderson, Ann Thomas, Keipp H. Talbot, William Schaffner, Adam L. Cohen, Stephanie J. Schrag, Melissa Arvay

“…Between 2008–2009 and 2010–2019, overall bacterial meningitis incidence declined from 1.3 to 1.1, driven by decreases in S. pneumoniae meningitis caused by serotypes contained in the 13-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV13) and N. meningitidis meningitis. …”
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Antiretroviral drug class and anaemia risk in the current treatment era among people living with HIV in the USA: a clinical cohort study by Richard D Moore, Kenneth Mayer, Greer Burkholder, Susan R Heckbert, Barbara N Harding, Bridget M Whitney, Robin M Nance, Heidi M Crane, W Christopher Mathews, Joseph J Eron, Peter W Hunt, Paul Volberding, Michael S Saag, Mari M Kitahata, Joseph A C Delaney

“…Objective Anaemia is common among people living with HIV (PLWH) and has been associated with certain, often older, antiretroviral medications. Information on current antiretroviral therapy (ART) and anaemia is limited. …”
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Analysis of the Effect of Energy Consumption on Current Account Deficit Using Panel Data: Evidence from the Organization of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation by Emre Kılıç, Ersin Yavuz, Şevket Pazarcı, Alican Umut

“…Coefficient estimation results indicate that energy consumption in BSEC countries negatively affects current account deficit, indicating that increased energy consumption raises current account deficit. …”
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Child abuse prevalence estimates in Canada; comparisons of nationally representative data from 2012 to 2022: a population-based studyResearch in context by Tracie O. Afifi, Julie-Anne McCarthy, Ana Osorio, Lauren MacGowan, Tamara L. Taillieu, Ashley Stewart-Tufescu, Jitender Sareen, Harriet L. MacMillan, Lil Tonmyr, Ian Colman, Mark A. Ferro, Kelly K. Anderson, Jordan Edwards

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Current State And Trends In The Incidence Of Chronic Kidney Disease Among Adult Population And Opportunities For Its Prevention And Treatment In Moscow Healthcare Organizations by O. N. Kotenko, V. N. Vasina, A. Y. Brazhnikov, V. M. Kuraeva

“…Introduction. Currently, the incidence of kidney diseases among adult population is growing. …”
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Supporting statistical literacy skills for prospective teachers: A learning trajectory used South Sumatra local wisdom context through hybrid learning by Rahma Siska Utari, Ratu Ilma Indra Putri, Zulkardi Zulkardi, Hapizah Hapizah

“…In an era where data is increasingly prevalent, statistical literacy skills are essential for active citizenship and informed decision-making. …”
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Evaluation of Temporal Changes in Evapotranspiration and Crop Water Requirements in the Context of Changing Climate: Case Study of the Northern Bucharest–Ilfov Development Region,... by Florentina Iuliana Mincu, Daniel Constantin Diaconu, Dana Maria Oprea Constantin, Daniel Peptenatu

“…The methodology used highlights this fact, showing that major changes are needed in the choice of crop schemes and future technological processes in the current context of climate change. The current results of the study, conducted over a period of 30 years (1991–2020), showed that the climatic, land use and economic changes in the study area have led to a decrease in evapotranspiration and crop water requirements due to the amounts of precipitation that can provide for the water needs of strawberry, sunflower and pea crops. …”
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Impact of strategic public health interventions to reduce tuberculosis incidence in Brazil: a Bayesian structural time-series scenario analysisResearch in context by Klauss Villalva-Serra, Beatriz Barreto-Duarte, Moreno M. Rodrigues, Artur T.L. Queiroz, Leonardo Martinez, Julio Croda, Valeria C. Rolla, Afrânio L. Kritski, Marcelo Cordeiro-Santos, Timothy R. Sterling, Mariana Araújo-Pereira, Bruno B. Andrade

“…Additional reductions were seen with increased coverage of DOT, TPT adherence, and contact investigation rates (−14.4 [−13 to −16.2]), and by combining these with efforts to reduce TB cases among vulnerable populations (−23.6 [−26.3 to −41.4]), potentially lowering incidence to 18.5 [7.8–28.4] per 100,000, though still above WHO targets. …”
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Current experience and future potential of facilitating access to digital NHS primary care services in England: the Di-Facto mixed-methods study by Gary Abel, Helen Atherton, Jon Sussex, Nurunnahar Akter, Abodunrin Q Aminu, Wiktoria Bak, Carol Bryce, Christopher E Clark, Emma Cockcroft, Hamish Evans, Evangelos Gkousis, Georgia Jenkins, Caroline Jenkinson, Nada Khan, Jeffrey Lambert, Brandi Leach, Christine Marriott, Jennifer Newbould, Sarah Parkinson, Jo Parsons, Emma Pitchforth, Laura Sheard, Stephanie Stockwell, Chloe Thomas, Bethan Treadgold, Rachel Winder, John L Campbell

“…Background Current National Health Service policy in England encourages enhanced digital access in primary care service provision. …”
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Recent Nanotechnological Trends in the Management of Microbial Keratitis by Shraddha Jaiswal, Prabhavati Shinde, Vidya Tale

“…In addition, safety and toxicological concerns about the increasingly widespread use of contact lenses are also discussed. …”
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The current state of physical activity and exercise programs in German-speaking, Swiss psychiatric hospitals: results from a brief online survey by Brand S, Colledge F, Beeler N, Pühse U, Kalak N, Sadeghi Bahmani D, Mikoteit T, Holsboer-Trachsler E, Gerber M

“…Methods: All psychiatric hospitals (N=55) in the German-speaking part of Switzerland were contacted in spring 2014. Staff responsible for PAEPs were asked to complete an online questionnaire covering questions related to PAEPs such as type, frequency, staff training, treatment rationale, importance of PAEPs within the treatment strategy, and possible avenues to increase PAEPs. …”
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From Living in the Shadows to Facebook Livestreams: The Impact of Social Media on Current Mediumship Practice of Mother Goddesses Worship (Đạo Mẫu) in Vietnam by Isabel Weitschies

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An Attempt to Accord the Quality of Therapy of Stable Coronary Heart Disease Patients with Current Clinical Guidelines (ALIGN study): Design and the First Results by S. Yu. Martsevich, E. D. Zharkova, N. P. Kutishenko, Yu. V. Lukina, S. N. Tolpygina, V. P. Voronina, A. V. Zagrebelnyy

“…To assess the quality of therapy in stable coronary heart disease (CHD) patients, who first sought consultation in the specialized cardiology department of the research center, and try to adjust the therapy in accordance with current clinical guidelines, paying special attention to achieving the target levels of blood pressure, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL), and glycosylated hemoglobin (in patients with diabetes mellitus), increasing exercise tolerance and improving the quality of life (QL).Material and methods. …”
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An Analysis of Supply Chain Macro-Strategies in the Context of Industry 4.0 with a System Dynamics Approach (The Case of: Iran's Steel Supply Chain) by Sima Motallebi, Mostafa Zandieh, Akbar Alem Tabriz

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Experimental and Theoretical Study on Local Damage of Reinforced Concrete Column under Rectangular Charge by Qiuyang Wang, Xin Jia, Zhengxiang Huang, Taian Chen, Yujie Shi

“…During an explosion, a building’s stability is directly impacted by reinforced concrete (RC) columns. However, there is currently no theoretical analysis model that can precisely predict damage to RC columns after close-in/contact explosions. …”
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