Leptospirosis in humans and animals in Malaysia: A review from 1976 to 2023 by Joy Siang Xin Lea, Mohd Farhan Hanif Reduan, Siew Shean Choong, Intan Noor Aina Kamaruzaman, Peck Toung Ooi, Sazaly AbuBakar, Shih Keng Loong, Mohammad Sabri Abdul Rahman

“…Future research should focus on strengthening diagnostic capabilities, understanding environmental reservoirs, and implementing targeted public health interventions to mitigate leptospirosis transmission in Malaysia.…”
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International importance and spread of SARS-CoV-2 variants Alpha, Delta, and Omicron BA.1 into Spain by Pilar Gallego-García, Samuel L. Hong, Nena Bollen, Simon Dellicour, Guy Baele, Marc A. Suchard, Philippe Lemey, David Posada

“…Abstract Background The spread of SARS-CoV-2 has been influenced by multiple factors, from the inherent transmission capabilities of the different variants to the control measurements put in place. …”
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Designing social behaviour change in households: sustainable mobility intervention and follow-up study by Saga Sofia Santala, Saga Sofia Santala, Merja Honkanen, Michael Lettenmeier, Michael Lettenmeier, Michael Lettenmeier, Jari Kolehmainen, Salla Lahtinen

“…Through a Climate Puzzle game intervention and a six-month follow-up study with 12 households in Espoo, Finland, we investigated the role of close social communities in implementing the planned sustainable mobility behaviour change. …”
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Zoonotic Paramyxoviruses: Evolution, Ecology, and Public Health Strategies in a Changing World by Francesco Branda, Grazia Pavia, Alessandra Ciccozzi, Angela Quirino, Nadia Marascio, Giovanni Matera, Chiara Romano, Chiara Locci, Ilenia Azzena, Noemi Pascale, Daria Sanna, Marco Casu, Giancarlo Ceccarelli, Massimo Ciccozzi, Fabio Scarpa

“…In addition, we discuss ecological factors influencing virus emergence, including changes in bat populations and habitats and the role of wildlife–human interfaces. …”
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Recurrent patellar dislocation: treatments and challenges by Fei Yang, Fei Yang, Changshun Chen, Changshun Chen, Rongjin Chen, Chenhui Yang, Hefang Xiao, Zhiwei Feng, Zhiwei Feng, Bin Geng, Yayi Xia

“…A comprehensive understanding of these is crucial for implementing preventive measures and developing targeted treatment strategies. …”
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Comprehensive narrative analysis of antimicrobial resistance in Afghanistan: key drivers, challenges, and strategic interventions by Hedayatullah Ehsan, Fazel Rahim Wardak, Hasiba Karimi, Fariha Kamal, Hasibullah Aminpoor, Abdul Salam, Hira Tariq, Rameen Damani, Mohamed Nasser Elshabrawi, Mehak Faisal, Chukwuagoziem Augustine Iloanusi, Ayushmaan Roy, Izza Shakeel, Sharvari Joshi, Md Abubakar, Abubakr Yosufi, Ahmad Jamshid Mehrpoor

“…Abstract Background Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) presents a global health crisis, and Afghanistan, with its limited healthcare infrastructure, faces an acute AMR challenge. Factors such as overuse of antibiotics, unregulated drug sales, and low public awareness contribute to an accelerated spread of resistant pathogens. …”
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A translational protocol optimizes the isolation of plasma-derived extracellular vesicle proteomics by Jussara Ríos de los Ríos Reséndiz, Freya Herrmann-Sim, Liliana Wilkesmann, Dominic Helm, Martin Schneider, Giorgia Campione, Klara Plügge, Giovanni Greiner, Leonie Lazaro García, Julia Berker, Karsten Richter, Lin Zielske, Wolf-Karsten Hofmann, Katharina Clemm von Hohenberg

“…In order to identify potential confounding factors and determine optimal conditions when studying blood-derived EV proteins, the impact of pre-analytical variables needs to be assessed. …”
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Effectiveness of heat-reflective asphalt pavements in mitigating urban heat islands: A systematic literature review by Tracy Leh Xin Wong, Ewe Loon Lim, Mohd Rosli Mohd Hasan, Oumar Orozi Sougui, Abdalrhman Milad, Xin Qu

“…To tackle this issue, the implementation of cool pavements such as heat-reflective asphalt pavements has been introduced. …”
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Problems of risk communication: methodological approaches to the use of sociological data in planning of information work with the population on radiation safety issues by L. V. Repin, A. M. Biblin, N. M. Vishnyakova, N. V. Sokolov, A. A. Davydov

“…In forming a sociological research program, it is necessary to pre-identify important factors that can influence the attitude to a particular management decision of different stakeholders. …”
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Assessment of Thyroid Function Status and Thyroid Antibody Levels Among Tribal Population of Jarugumalai Hills of Salem District, Tamil Nadu, India by Vijayakarthikeyan M, Arul Prakash S, Prema Priya G, Angayarkanni P

“…Multi-pronged approach involving educational, administrative and legal measures must be implemented to curb this problem. …”
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High Detection Rate of Rotavirus Infection Among Children Admitted with Acute Gastroenteritis to Six Public Hospitals in Luanda Province After the Introduction of Rotarix<sup>®</su... by Dikudila Vita, Manuel Lemos, Zoraima Neto, Mathebula Evans, Ngiambudulu M. Francisco, Filomeno Fortes, Ema Fernandes, Celso Cunha, Claudia Istrate

“…The association of RVA infection and AGE severity with possible risk factors was evaluated with a binary logistic regression model. …”
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Sleep Varies According to Game Venue but Not Season Period in Female Basketball Players: A Team-Based Observational Study by Aaron T. Scanlan, Nathan Elsworthy, Jordan L. Fox, Emilija Stojanović, Amalia Campos-Redondo, Sergio J. Ibáñez, Cody J. Power

“…Therefore, this study aimed to examine the impact of key contextual factors—game venue and season period—on sleep in semi-professional, female basketball players. …”
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The Role of the Electronic Service Desk in Enhancing Structural Capital at Tehran University of Medical Sciences During the COVID-19 Pandemic by Maryam Goodarzi, Mashallah Torabi, Maryam Ahmadi, Hamideh Hamidi, Samira Elmi, Reyhaneh Sadat Karimi, Fatemeh Golmahi, Samira Mortezaie, Parisa Nezari

“…This study aimed to examine the impact of implementing an electronic service desk on the structural capital of Tehran University of Medical Sciences during the COVID-19 pandemic. …”
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Regular monitoring of post-training biochemical markers as a tool for injury prevention in professional athletics – review by Sara Szydłowska, Krzysztof Błaszków, Jagoda Elias, Wiktor Biesiada, Marlena Zubiak, Dominika Kaźmierczak

“…Regular monitoring of biochemical markers can serve as an effective tool for optimizing the training process, provided it is integrated with an individualized approach to the athlete and considers a broad spectrum of factors influencing the body's response. The implementation of such an approach can contribute to minimizing injury risk, improving performance, and enhancing recovery efficiency, which is crucial for the long-term professional development of athletes. …”
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Development of a Person-Centred Coordinated Care Pathway in Swedish Healthcare for Low Back Pain by Allan Abbott, Malin Forsbrand, Thomas Torstensson, Ann-Charlotte Lindström, Gudrun Greim, Sammy Klaff, Åsa Niper, Marc Karlsson, Christian Simonsberg, Mimmi Engström, Tommy Olsson, Annelie Petersson, Per Ekman, Peter Försth, Gösta Ullmark, Steven J. Linton

“…Future research will evaluate potential improvements in healthcare quality outcomes and effectiveness of dissemination and implementation strategies.…”
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Vaccination burnout impedes the compliance with multiple-dose administration of vaccines by Xueying Fan, Yangguo Zhao, Xinyu Zhang, Shunran Li, Fan Wu, Mingting Cui, Ying Ye, Wangmu Duoji, Shiqiang Jiang, Jianhui Yuan, Caijun Sun

“…The frequency of actively paying attention to the related disease news, occupation, monthly income, and residence of the participants were key factors associated with the vaccination burnout. Interventions should be implemented to alleviate the exhausted attitudes and improve people’s compliance with vaccination schedules against the future pandemic.…”
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Time Series Clustering Analysis for Increases Food Commodity Prices in Indonesia Based on K-Means Method by M. Fariz Fadillah Mardianto, N. Ramadhan Al Akhwal Siregar, Steven Soewignjo, F. Friska Rahmana Putri, Hadi Prayogi, Citra Imama, Dita Amelia, . Sediono, Deshinta Arrova Dewi

“…Optimal results are achieved with five clusters, based on the commodity price trend. Influencing factors include seasonal variations and government policies related to consumer demand. …”
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Grain disintegration and dynamic recrystallization during impact tests of additively manufactured nickel-based alloy 718 by Anjali Sankar, Manjaiah M, Thomas McCarthy, Jubert Pasco, Stan Kristian Ejera, Clodualdo Aranas

“…Analysis of microstructural evolution under impact conditions highlighted that columnar grains with high Schmid factors tend to undergo preferential activation and dislocation pile-up. …”
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A randomized clinical trial testing the effectiveness of an adapted online HIV/AIDS prevention intervention among Latino men by Patria Rojas, Weize Wang, Jose F. Colon-Burgos, Yajaira A. Cabrera Tineo, Gira Ravelo, Osmari Beatriz Novoa, María C. Pinzón-Iregui, Berenice Castillo, Maria A. Khalona, Juan S. Castillo, Michelle Robinson, Victoria Behar-Zusman

“…Abstract Several factors exacerbate the risk of HIV infection among Latino men, including low HIV/AIDS knowledge, low perception of HIV risk, and higher related stigma, as well as limited access to health care prevention services. …”
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Applying community-based participatory research principles to build trust and equity in health and socio-ecological studies in Greenland by Malory Peterson, Augustine Rosing, Elizabeth Rink, Mark Schure, Julia Haggerty, Gitte Adler Reimer, Christina Vl Larsen

“…The study aimed to understand the socio-environmental factors influencing fertility decisions amid economic and environmental changes. …”
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