Enhancing ICU Candida spp. surveillance: a cost-effective approach focused on Candida auris detection by Teresa Nascimento, João Inácio, Daniela Guerreiro, Priscila Diaz, Patrícia Patrício, Luís Proença, Cristina Toscano, Helena Barroso

“…IntroductionCandida auris is an emerging pathogen that represents a worldwide health problem due to its global expansion, multidrug resistance, and difficult laboratory identification. Among the risk factors for colonization/infection by C. auris, a stay in an intensive care unit (ICU) stands out. …”
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Exploring Older Adults’ Perspectives and Acceptance of AI-Driven Health Technologies: Qualitative Study by Arkers Kwan Ching Wong, Jessica Hiu Toon Lee, Yue Zhao, Qi Lu, Shulan Yang, Vivian Chi Ching Hui

“…Privacy concerns and the importance of robust security measures were also emphasized as critical factors affecting their willingness to adopt AI-based health technologies. …”
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Scalable Δ -AGC Logic for Enhanced Electromechanical Oscillation Damping in Modern Power Systems With Utility-Scale Photovoltaic Generators by Rajan Ratnakumar, Ganesh K. Venayagamoorthy

“…This online SAT has been implemented in a decentralized manner at the area level, limiting wide-area communication overheads and any cybersecurity concerns. …”
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Integrative habitat analysis and multi-instance deep learning for predictive model of PD-1/PD-L1 immunotherapy efficacy in NSCLC patients: a dual-center retrospective study by Xiaoxiao Huang, Xiaoxin Huang, Yurun Xie, Kui Wang, Housheng Bai, Ruiling Ning, Xiqi Zhu, Deyou Huang, Guanqiao Jin

“…Finally, we use the Extra-Trees classifier to construct MIL, Habitat, and Combined models, the Combined model integrating age factors into the analysis. The primary endpoint was durable clinical benefit. …”
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Effectiveness of a Person-Centered and Culturally Sensitive Course of Treatment in Arabic-, Turkish-, and Urdu-Speaking Individuals With Type 2 Diabetes (the ACCT2 Study): Protocol... by Natasja Bjerre, Lene Christensen, Christina Hoeiberg, Cecilie Ottosson, Mie Klarskov Jensen, Nanna Kildsig, Trine Kjeldgaard Møller, Anne-Ditte Termannsen, Bettina Ewers, Britt Hollender-Schou, Rikke Molin Grue, Ulla Bjerre-Christensen, Solveig Jansen, Kamran Akram

“… BackgroundIndividuals with non-Western backgrounds consistently exhibit a higher risk of type 2 diabetes (T2D) than ethnic Danes. Factors such as health behaviors, limited health care access, and social determinants of health often contribute to this disparity. …”
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Article RETRACTED due to manipulation by the authors Exercise for health in old age: Comprehensive review examining the benefits and efficacy of interven-tions by Didi Suryadi, Nugroho Susanto, Eva Faridah, Ribut Wahidi, Y Touvan Juni Samodra, Ahmad Nasrulloh, Mikkey Anggara Suganda, Isti Dwi Puspita Wati, Albadi Sinulingga, Novita Intan Arovah, Julian Dewantara

“…This review aims to explore the role of health exercise in older adults, including its benefits, appropriate types of activities, and factors that influence exercise participation in this age group. …”
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The clinical impact of oral iron treatment for anaemia in pregnancy in accordance with current guidance: a prospective cohort study in a maternity unit in the Midlands of England by David Churchill, Hind Ali, Samaher Sweity, Dianne Bautista, Mahmoud Moussa, Laura Devison, Julie Icke, Simon J. Stanworth

“…Treatment guidelines for iron deficiency anaemia in pregnancy exist, which if adopted, may reduce the associated risks of maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. However, multiple factors may impair adherence and absorption of oral iron, limiting the success of this first-line treatment. …”
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Patient-centered intrathecal morphine dose response in major abdominal surgeries when augmented by innovative five-drug antiemetic prophylaxis by Brian A. Williams, Brian A. Williams, Daniel E. Hall, Daniel E. Hall, Daniel E. Hall, Chelsee Dalessandro, Kelly E. Garbelotti, John M. Ludden

“…A retrospective, case-matched quality improvement initiative was implemented, followed by multiple regression to (i) calculate successful spinal morphine dosing and (ii) predict analgesic duration in our Veteran patient population.ResultsAs opposed to the currently recommended dose of ≤150 μg, 250 μg was the start-point for spinal morphine dosing, with adjustments for gender, height, and age. …”
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“I believe it when there is an expert next to me:” a qualitative analysis on the perceptions and experiences of pregnant women to self-monitor blood pressure in Lombok, Indonesia... by Tigest Tamrat, Yuni Dwi Setiyawati, Maria Barreix, Nya’Jeumpa Madani, Antoine Geissbühler, Anuraj H. Shankar, Ozge Tuncalp

“…Conclusion For SMBP to be implemented in line with WHO recommendations, efforts are needed to strengthen counselling among women with HDPs, clarify protocols for SMBP and subsequent actions, and provide continued support to pregnant women. …”
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Predator‐specific mortality of sage‐grouse nests based on predator DNA on eggshells by Nolan A. Helmstetter, Courtney J. Conway, Shane Roberts, Jennifer R. Adams, Paul D. Makela, Lisette P. Waits

“…Consequently, generalizing about factors influencing nest fate is challenging. Identifying the explicit predator species responsible for nest predation events is, therefore, critical to understanding causal mechanisms linking land use to patterns of sage‐grouse nest success. …”
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Gram-negative bacterial sepsis, antimicrobial susceptibility pattern and treatment outcomes at two neonatal intensive care units in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: A retrospective observati... by Biniyam Tedla Mamo, Zelalem Tazu Bonger, Feyissa Regassa Senbato, Tadesse Eguale, Kibrewossen Kiflu Akililu, Samuel Muluye Welelaw, Eden Dagnachew Zeleke, Asrat Demtse, Turegne Assefa, Ruth Woldeyohannes Yirgu, Zelalem Mekuria, Joan-Miquel Balada-Llasat, Shu-Hua Wang

“…Bivariable and multivariable logistic regression analyses were used to identify the factors associated with the treatment outcomes of neonatal sepsis. …”
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Effect of Attending Pregnant Mothers Conference on Birth Preparedness and Complication Readiness Practice among Recently Delivered Women in Rural Libo Kemkem District, North West,... by Melash Belachew Asresie, Dereje Berhanu Abitew, Habtamu Wondiye Bekele, Tadesse Dagget Tesfaye

“…Multistage simple random sampling method was implemented and 896 participants were contacted through a face-to-face interview. …”
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Differential impact of TIM-3 ligands on NK cell function by Xin Zhang, Lazar Vujanovic, Riyue Bao, Robert L Ferris, Tullia C Bruno, Aditi Kulkarni, Hridesh Banerjee, Housaiyin Li, Juncheng Wang, Lawrence P Kane, Pragati Upadhyay, Jennifer L Anderson, Onyedikachi Victor Onyekachi, Lidia M R B Arantes

“…In vitro killing, proliferation and cytokine production assays were implemented to evaluate whether the four TIM-3 ligands differentially modulate TIM-3+ NK cell functions, and whether disruption of TIM-3/ligand interaction can enhance NK cell-mediated antitumor effector mechanisms. …”
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Risk Index for Predicting Supplemental Oxygen Requirement upon Discharge from Postanesthetic Care in Adult Spinal Surgery Patients: A Single-Center Study by Edel Rafael Rodea-Montero, Magali Yuyitzi Linarte-Guerra, Ricardo Garcia-Mora, Paulina Millán-Ramos, Sergio Manuel Orozco-Ramírez

“…The aim of this study was to describe the preoperative characteristics and intra-anesthetic management of adult patients who underwent elective spinal surgery with balanced general anesthesia and to identify the predictive factors associated with supplemental oxygen requirement upon discharge from the PACU. …”
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Barriers to access diabetic retinopathy treatment in Sri Lanka: A qualitative study by D. M. Mangala Dharmapriya Bandara Dhanapala, Mapa Prabath Piyasena, M. G. L. Mahesh Premarathna, P. F. Supun Chameera Fonseka, Sairuban K, Niruththan K, Jagjit Gilhotra, Robert Casson, Upul Senarath

“…Tailormade strategies to address these barriers should be implemented in order to improve quality of care. Patient education, staff training and infrastructure development should be the cornerstones among such measures.…”
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Challenges and Opportunities of the Human-Centered Design Approach: Case Study Development of an Assistive Device for the Navigation of Persons With Visual Impairment by Mario Andres Chavarria, Luisa María Ortiz-Escobar, Bladimir Bacca-Cortes, Victor Romero-Cano, Isabella Villota, Jhon Kevin Muñoz Peña, José Roberto Londoño Sánchez, Oscar Campo, Silvan Suter, Jhon Jairo Cabrera-López, Maria Fernanda Sanchez Patiño, Eduardo Francisco Caicedo-Bravo, Michael Stein, Samia Hurst, Klaus Schönenberger, Minerva Rivas Velarde

“…Globally, only 1 in 10 people requiring assistive devices have access to them, with factors such as deficient product design stemming from limited knowledge of user expectations, local needs, and environmental constraints, posing significant challenges, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. …”
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DENTAL STATUS IN CHILDREN WITH MALIGNANT SOLID NEOPLASMS by Yu.V. Popelo

“…The urgency of this issue is due to a pronounced tendency to a rapid increase in the prevalence of disease with malignant formation, which requires a detailed study of the efficiency of already implemented methods and improving or developing new schemes for the sustainable maintenance of dental health in patients of this profile. …”
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Analisis Penerimaan Sistem Informasi Manajemen BPJS Kesehatan Layanan Primary Care di UPTD Puskesmas Kabupaten Banyumas by Yusmedi Nurfaizal, Rizki Wahyudi

“…The acceptance level of Primary Care at the Regional Technical Implementation Unit of Puskesmas in Banyumas Regency is measured using Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). …”
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Detection of Potential Occupational Health and Safety Risks (K3) in Nursing Education Laboratories by Ajeng Titah Normawati, Cipto Cipto, Vina Aditya Astuti

“…Purpose – This research was conducted with the aim of minimizing various hazard risks to students, educators, and staff in nursing education laboratories through the implementation of HIRARC (Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, and Risk Control). …”
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Evaluation of the Tu’Washindi Na PrEP Intervention to Reduce Gender-Based Violence and Increase Preexposure Prophylaxis Uptake and Adherence Among Kenyan Adolescent Girls and Young... by Sarah T Roberts, Alexandra M Minnis, Sue Napierala, Elizabeth T Montgomery, Lina Digolo, Mackenzie L Cottrell, Erica N Browne, Jacqueline Ndirangu, Joyce Boke, Kawango Agot

“…A rigorous process evaluation will explore mechanisms of change, contextual factors, and implementation considerations to inform future refinement and scale-up, using programmatic data, participant questionnaires, and qualitative interviews with participants and intervention providers. …”
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