Impacts of topography on the morphological indices of ephemeral gullies in the Chinese mollisol region by Luyou Zhao, Fenli Zheng, Ting Zhao, Ximeng Xu, Xuesong Wang, Hongqiang Shi, Lun Wang, Binglong Wu

“…The results provide an important basis for understanding EG erosion development and implementing precise soil conservation measures.…”
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Abnormal Cerebral Perfusion and Functional Connectivity in Women with Overactive Bladder by Shichun Chen, Zongpai Zhang, Yakun Zhang, Kenneth Wengler, Steven Weissbart, Weiying Dai, Xiang He, Justina Tam

“…A flexible factorial design was implemented with three factors: subject, group (control, OAB at baseline, and OAB posttreatment), and urge state (low vs. high). …”
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Application of quality control circle activities to reduce the risk of defects in the intra-hospital transport of critically ill ICU patients (降低危重患者院内转运缺陷的品管圈实践)... by HAN Jing (韩静), FENG Yihuan (冯益环), XU Yuanle (许远乐), ZHANG Dongxia (张东霞), LUO Li (罗莉), FU Lili (付莉莉), WEI Caizhen (韦彩珍)

“…Methods A QCC team was established, and factors influencing quality of the intra-hospital transport of critically ill ICU patients were analyzed. …”
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Health risks related to air pollution by transport categories and vehicle types: Comparison by mortality indicators by Otto Hänninen, Heli Lehtomäki, Antti Korhonen, Tuukka Kokkola, Anni Hartikainen, Olli Sippula, Ulla Haverinen-Shaughnessy, Pekka Leviäkangas, Isabell Katharina Rumrich

“…Our aim is to make an overview of the potential transport sector air pollution health risks remaining after implementing most of the current legislation by EU27 in 2030. …”
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Indoor Air Wellness: A Predictive Model for Pollution Control Using Advanced AI Techniques by Kalyan Chatterjee, Muntha Raju, Bhoomeshwar Bala, U. Nikitha, Gampala Prabhas, Naim Ahmad, Ayman Qahmash, Wade Ghribi, Bernardo Lemos, Saurav Mallik

“…IAQ prediction consists of Learning and Analysis subphases, continuously monitoring and forecasting indoor parameters such as temperature, humidity, and CO levels while considering external factors. The Analysis phase implements control measures based on these predictions, leading to a 60% improvement in energy utilization in green buildings compared to traditional methods. …”
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Seroprevalence of measles antibody among immigrants in Gwangju, South Korea by Ran Lee, Ran Lee, Sarah Kim, Hyerin Na, Ji In Seo, Jang Gwon Yoon, Jang Gwon Yoon, A Ram Park, So Hyun Bae, So Yeong Park, Jun Hwi Cho, Jun Hwi Cho, Jin Kim, Seong-Woo Choi, Sun-Seog Kweon, Bongkyu Sun, Kyunghak Kim, Kyung-Hwa Park, Kyung-Hwa Park, Seong Eun Kim, Seong Eun Kim

“…Statistical analyses included Fisher’s exact and chi-squared tests to identify associations between seropositivity and demographic factors.ResultsMeasles antibody positivity rates varied significantly by age group (p < 0.01). …”
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Phase II study of transcatheter arterial chemoembolization (TACE) combined with apatinib for advanced perihilar cholangiocarcinoma by Hao Li, Pengfei Chen, Mengfan Zhang, Zhengfeng Wang, Yanbang Lian, Baohong Wen, Jianzhuang Ren, Xinwei Han, Bingjie Li, Xuhua Duan

“…Kaplan-Meier method was used to assess survival risk factors. From November 2019 to October 2020, a total of 41 patients were enrolled with perihilar cholangiocarcinoma who were pathologically diagnosed. …”
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Forensic psychiatric care professionals’ experiences of communicating with foreign patients and their relatives: the importance of language and culture by Omed Abdul Rahman, Omed Abdul Rahman, Omed Abdul Rahman, Eirini Alexiou, Eirini Alexiou, Alessio Degl’Innocenti, Alessio Degl’Innocenti, Christopher Holmberg, Christopher Holmberg, Christopher Holmberg, Patricia Olaya-Contreras, Patricia Olaya-Contreras

“…Family education and health literacy are crucial in fostering comprehension and optimizing interpreter use, enabling consistent and clear communication. Implementing these measures can lead to a more inclusive healthcare environment, ensuring equal access to mental health services for linguistically diverse patients.…”
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Comparative performance of twelve machine learning models in predicting COVID-19 mortality risk in children: a population-based retrospective cohort study in Brazil by Adriano Lages dos Santos, Maria Christina L. Oliveira, Enrico A. Colosimo, Robert H. Mak, Clara C. Pinhati, Stella C. Gallante, Hercílio Martelli-Júnior, Ana Cristina Simões e Silva, Eduardo A. Oliveira

“…The use of ML models can be an asset in making clinical decisions and implementing evidence-based patient management strategies, which can enhance patient outcomes and overall quality of medical care. …”
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Youth Culturally adapted Manual Assisted Problem Solving Training (YCMAP) in Pakistani adolescent with a history of self-harm: protocol for multicentre clinical and cost-effectiven... by Maria Panagioti, Jonathan Green, Anita Patel, Richard Emsley, Tinevimbo Shiri, Keith Hawton, Shilpa Aggarwal, Thomas Mason, Sarah Edwards, Mima Simic, Christopher Williams, Nusrat Husain, Peter Taylor, Farooq Naeem, Moin Ahmad Ansari, Andrew Beck, Nasim Chaudhry, Aaron Poppleton, Zainab Zadeh, Rakhshi Memon, Sehrish Tofique, Imran B Chaudhry, Tayyeba Kiran, Mohsin Hassan Alvi, S Ananiadou, Saadia Aseem, Sumira Alam, Erminia Colucci, Kate Davidson, Anil Gumber, Farhat Jafri, Ayesha Khaliq, Ann Mcreath, Ayesha Minhas, Haider Ali Naqvi, Amna Noureen, Sarwat Sultan, Asad Tamizuddin Nizami, Shehla Naeem Zafar

“…Introduction Suicide is a global health concern. Sociocultural factors have an impact on self-harm and suicide rates. …”
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Adoption model of eco-friendly livestock innovation for beef cattle sustainability in dry climate regions by Ture Simamora, Paulus Klau Tahuk, Muhamad Nasir Rofiq, Ody Wolfrit Matoneng, Stefanus Sio, Lalu Muhamad Risman Dwi Jumansyah, Brigida Antonia Correia, Ligia Tomas Correia

“…The characteristics of innovation are the factors that most influence the sustainability of beef cattle. …”
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Some issues of local drinking water supply of the population during martial law (using the example of Ukrainian cities with a population of over 100 thousand people). Part 2 by Yu. F. Rudenko, N. A. Yurkova, O. V. Gural, V. Yu. Saprykin

“…The research is funded by the National Academy Sciences of Ukraine. Their implementation is planned for 2023–2025. The reliability of drinking water supply in cities is increased by creating a branched system of pump-station water supply with autonomous power supply of pumps and portable water purification systems where necessary. …”
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Association between physicians’ maldistribution and core clinical competency of resident physicians: a nationwide cross-sectional study by Kiyoshi Shikino, Yasuharu Tokuda, Yu Yamamoto, Taro Shimizu, Hiroyuki Kobayashi, Masanori Nojima, Sho Fukui, Daiki Yokokawa, Koshi Kataoka, Yuji Nishizaki, Kazuya Nagasaki

“…Objectives With physician maldistribution recognised as a global issue, Japan implemented the physician uneven distribution (PUD) index as a strategic measure. …”
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A Spatial–Temporal Analysis and Multi-Scenario Projections of Carbon Sequestration in Sea Islands: A Case Study of Pingtan Island by Siyu Chen, Ming Xu, Heshan Lin, Fei Tang, Jinyan Xu, Yikang Gao, Yunling Zhuang, Yong Chen

“…With the strong carbon sequestration effect of the ocean, the total social carbon cost due to changes in island utilization is projected to decrease in 2030. (3) The factors driving changes in island utilization will vary in the design of different future scenarios. …”
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Prevalence and determinants of incomplete or not at all vaccination among children aged 12–36 months in Dabat and Gondar districts, northwest of Ethiopia: findings from the primary... by Tadesse Awoke Ayele, Kassahun Alemu, Haileab Fekadu Wolde, Destaw Fetene Teshome, Asmamaw Atnafu, Gashaw Andargie, Mezgebu Yitayal, Getu Debalkie Demissie, Endalkachew Dellie, Telake Azale, Bisrat Misganaw Geremew, Adane Kebede, Tsegaye Gebremedhin, Terefe Derso

“…Objective Ethiopia is one of the Africa’s signatory countries for implementation of the primary healthcare strategy including immunisation. …”
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Evaluation and prioritization of food safety risks in the Nigerian red meat industry by Ismail Ayoade Odetokun, Damilola Christiana Olawoye, Akeem Adebola Bakare, Tajudeen Opeyemi Isola, Nma Bida Alhaji, Oluwadamilola Olawumi Abiodun-Adewusi, Taiwo Adeniyi Adewoye, Hama Cisse, Ibraheem Ghali-Mohammed

“…However, the gap between intent and actual outcomes underscores the need for effective implementation and continuous monitoring of food safety practices.…”
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Effectiveness of Kangaroo Mother Care in enhancing survival and health outcomes among preterm neonates in a resource-limited tertiary care setting by Rubina Akhtar, Rukhsana Karim, Syeda Sitwat Fatima, Sabah Safdar

“…Data on neonatal demographics, maternal factors, duration of hospital stay, and weight gain were collected and analyzed using descriptive and comparative statistical tests. …”
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Prescribing Vitamin-K-Antagonists Versus Direct Oral Anticoagulants Among Bavarian General Practitioners: A Qualitative Study by Nikoletta Zeschick, Julia Gollnick, Julia Muth, Franziska Hörbrand, Peter Killian, Norbert Donner-Banzhoff, Thomas Kühlein, Maria Sebastião

“…Results: Participants actively weighed various factors when deciding between prescribing phenprocoumon or DOACs. …”
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Optimizing larval mass-rearing techniques for Aedes mosquitoes: enhancing production and quality for genetic control strategies by Mamai Wadaka, Brengues Cécile, Maiga Hamidou, Wallner Thomas, Herbin Anthony, Whiteside Mathieu, Kotla Simran Singh, Bueno-Masso Odet, Somda Nanwintoum Sévérin Bimbilé, Xi Zhiyong, Yamada Hanano, de Beer Chantel Janet, Bouyer Jérémy

“…Finally, a 4-day feeding regime was implemented in a field program on Reunion island, yielding similar pupae recovery rates and contamination as the reference regime, a significant step toward improving cost-efficiency and scaling-up the program. …”
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Expanding the Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Teleconference Experience: From Twinning to International Cases Discussions by Essra' Al Badarin, Omar Chamdine, Moatasem Elayadi, Abeer Al-Battashi, Mohammed Al Nuaimi, Eman Taryam Alshamsi, Laila Hessissen, Hiba Al-Tarrah, Eslam Maher, Roula Farah, Ata Maaz, Waleed Said, Ruba Hazaimeh, Maher Khader, Khadra Salami, Cynthia Hawkins, Mohamed S. Abdelbaki, Ute Bartels, Uri Tabori, Eric Bouffet, Nisreen Amayiri

“…We documented the implementation of recommendations and the impact perceived by the treating oncologists.RESULTSTwo hundred fifty-one patients were discussed: 137 from Jordan and 114 from eight other countries. …”
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