Transforming Health in Developing Nations: Paving the Way for an Integrated Health System by Pillay P, Ijoma GN, Ntwasa M, Moodley J

“…The transformational IHS presented considers resource limitations within the context of the factors influencing political, structural, and economic reforms. …”
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Influence of High-Density Community Spaces on the Walking Activity of Older Adults: A Case Study of Macau Peninsula by Xiangyu Chen, Ning Wang, Hua Tang

“…Based on the socio-ecological framework, Phase II implements spatial analytics through ArcGIS demarcation of pedestrian catchment areas. …”
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Resilience, ingenuity, and identity: A multi-level analysis of the Filipino community health worker experience in rural and remote municipalities in the Philippines. by Regine Ynez H De Mesa, Zoé Mistrale Hendrickson, Carol Stephanie C Tan-Lim, Anton Elepaño, Noleen Marie C Fabian, Johanna Faye E Lopez, Carl A Latkin, Leonila F Dans, Mia P Rey, Antonio Miguel L Dans

“…The interviews also touched upon the roles of CHWs and the factors influencing their performance within their local health settings in-depth. …”
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The COVID-19 Pandemic and Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) Among Immigrant Women in Canada: A Narrative Review by Manal Fseifes, Josephine Etowa

“…The impact of the pandemic on immigrant women living in Canada and who experience intimate partner violence (IPV) was very concerning during lockdowns specifically. As Canada implemented social distancing measures and stay-at-home orders to curb the spread of the virus, immigrant women—already at a heightened risk of IPV due to factors such as language barriers and immigration status—faced an increased likelihood of being trapped in abusive situations, with limited access to essential support services such as shelters, counseling centers, and legal aid. …”
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A longitudinal examination of loneliness in left-behind children: the interaction between self-esteem and academic self-efficacy matters by Yutao Zhou, Chengwen Fan, Shuge Zhang

“…In a sample of 405 left-behind children (Mage = 10.51, SD = 1.36; 49.6% girls), we assessed their self-esteem, general self-efficacy, academic self-efficacy and loneliness at baseline, with follow-up measure implemented to assess changes in loneliness in one year time. …”
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Temporomandibular Disorder and Psychological Distress Relationships in Air Traffic Controllers by Cristiano Leite David, Gustavo Oliveira Zoletti, Adriano P. C. Calvo

“…Inferential statistical analyzes for comparison between factors and correlation between dependent variables were adopted with 5.0% significance. …”
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Navigating challenges and bridging gaps: Evaluating the 95-95-95 targets of UNAIDS in Northeast India’s seven sister states by Arushi Arya, T. P. Sherin Raj, Vijay Kumar Tiwari

“…Conclusion: The main causes of high prevalence of HIV/AIDs may be higher percentage of injectable drug use, less ART coverage, and less comprehensive knowledge. Factors contributing to the gaps may include inadequate infrastructure, socioeconomic challenges, policy implementation gaps, and resource allocation disparities. …”
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Cross-Scene Multi-Object Tracking for Drones: Leveraging Meta-Learning and Onboard Parameters with the New MIDDTD by Chenghang Wang, Xiaochun Shen, Zhaoxiang Zhang, Chengyang Tao, Yuelei Xu

“…During drone flight, factors such as high-altitude environments, small target proportions, irregular target movement, and frequent occlusions complicate the multi-object tracking task. …”
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Exploring the impact of gamified learning on positive psychology in CALL environments: A mixed-methods study with Thai university students by Budi Waluyo, Francis G. Balazon

“…Thus, this study intends to contribute by implementing a 10-week gamified learning program using the Quizizz application within CALL classrooms at a university in Thailand. …”
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Exploring the effect of using active learning strategies on Iranian intermediate female EFL learners reading comprehension: a mixed methods study by Zahra Majdi, Zahra Majdi, Masoud Khalili Sabet, Amir Mahdavi-Zafarghandi

“…The findings emphasize the need for culturally sensitive implementation, ongoing support, and strategic adjustments. …”
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Reduction in the incidence of cognitive impairment and related costs through an innovative health awareness programme in rural Japan. by Ayako Shoji, Kenichi Kudo, Koichi Murashita, Shigeyuki Nakaji, Ataru Igarashi

“…The incidence rate of suspected mild cognitive impairment was significantly lower in the post-CHAP group even after adjusted known factors associated with cognitive disorders. No cases of suspected severe cognitive impairment occurred in the post-CHAP group during the follow-up period. …”
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Expansion Planning of Electrical Distribution Systems Considering Voltage Quality and Reliability Criteria by Marco Israel Zuñiga Villarreal, Alexander Aguila Téllez, Narayanan Krishnan, Marcelo García

“…Given the close relationship between distribution systems and load growth, voltage quality and reliability indicators were evaluated annually to identify improvement opportunities by taking into account economic factors, implementation timelines, the replacement of electrical components, and medium- and long-term investments. …”
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Enhancing ESG Insights Using Machine Learning: A Case Study of Top Performing Banks in Indonesia by Dean Tirkaamiana, Satrio Samudro Aji Basuki

“…Due to the broad and sometimes ambiguous definition of ESG, identifying the specific practices that should be implemented by banks remains challenging. Research on frameworks to guide these actions is still limited. …”
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Mathematical modelling of the dynamical system of military population, focusing on the impact of welfare by kazeem A. Tijani, Chinwendu E. Madubeuze, Isaac O. Onwubuya, Nkiruka Maria-Assumpta Akabuike, John Olajide Akanni

“…We recognise the critical importance of security jobs and the prompt payment of special operation allowances, as these factors provide military personnel with a sense of reassurance and stability. …”
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Gene drives for schistosomiasis transmission control. by Theresa Maier, Nicolas James Wheeler, Erica K O Namigai, Josh Tycko, Richard Ernest Grewelle, Yimtubezinash Woldeamanuel, Katharina Klohe, Javier Perez-Saez, Susanne H Sokolow, Giulio A De Leo, Timothy P Yoshino, Mostafa Zamanian, Jutta Reinhard-Rupp

“…Success in this arena is a function of many factors, including gene-editing specificity and efficiency, the level of resistance conferred by the gene drive, how fast gene drives may spread in a metapopulation over a complex landscape, ecological sustainability, social equity, and, ultimately, the reduction of infection prevalence in humans. …”
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A Multi-Stakeholder Information System for Traffic Restriction Management by Maria Inês Malafaia, Joel Ribeiro, Tânia Fontes

“…This work introduces Log-ON, a multi-stakeholder information system designed to facilitate the implementation and management of sustainable traffic restrictions. …”
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Exploring consumer intention to use 5G technology: A Croatian perspective by Viktorija Jurić, Ivan Jajić, Božidar Jaković

“…Furthermore, the paper recommends future research to explore the economic and cultural impacts of the intention to use 5G technology, including factors such as income, cultural variation, and infrastructure.…”
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An Introduction to Traditional Healing in American Indian and Alaska Native Communities by Alec J. Calac, Hailey A. Baker, Daniel J. Calac

“…The session was evaluated with pre- and postsurveys and implemented four times at medical school seminars. Results There were 37 respondents in total. …”
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BANKING BUSINESS INTERNATIONALIZATION IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES (EVIDENCE FROM AZERBAIJAN AND UKRAINE) by F. Murshudli, S. Sheludko, E. Dilbazi

“… The article is devoted to the study of the banking business’ internationalization impact on financial markets, which is especially implemented in developing countries, primarily in post-communist states. …”
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Identification and Prediction Method of Working Face Water Inrush of Isolated Overburden Grout Injection by Chaochao Wang, Jialin Xu, Dayang Xuan

“…So as to ensure the effective implementation of grout injection work.…”
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