Impact of Teleworking on Work‐Related and Home‐Related Stress at During the First Global Lockdown–The International COVISTRESS Study by Sébastien Couarraze, Guillaume Decormeille, Louis Delamarre, Fouad Marhar, Karen Gbaglo, Raimundo Avilès Dorlhiac, Mickael Berthon, Andy Su‐I Liu, Samuel Antunes, Bruno Pereira, Julien S Baker, Morteza Charkhabi, Ukadike C Ugbolue, Reza Bagheri, José J. Gil‐Cosano, Marek Zak, The COVISTRESS Network, Maëlys Clinchamps, Frédéric Dutheil

“…Work‐related and home‐related stress levels were evaluated using an uncalibrated visual analog scale, with a range from 0 (none) to 100 (maximum). …”
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How could 20-minute neighbourhoods impact health and health inequalities? A policy scoping review by Roxana Pollack, Jonathan R Olsen, Alison Heppenstall, Andreas Hoehn, Jennifer Boyd, Vicki Ponce Hardy, Jennifer Littlejohn, Amy Stevenson, Richard Mitchell, Petra Meier, Jonathan Stokes

“…This scoping review aimed to identify proposed and evidenced pathways to health (inequality) outcomes from international policy plans. Methods We first identified relevant academic literature, searching Scopus, (Ovid) Medline and Embase databases. …”
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Evaluation of the therapeutic effect of repeated photodynamic therapy-assisted SRP treatments on class II furcation by Yikuan Wu, Haoyu Li, Yixiang Wang, Beiying Zhang, Chunsheng Bi, Xiaojun Li

“…Subgingival microbiota was analyzed via 16S rRNA sequencing, while patient-reported outcomes (PROs) included Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and oral health impact (OHIP-14). …”
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Comparison of two portable metabolic systems for measuring energy expenditure at rest and during exercise in untrained women by Feng Gao, Feng Gao, Feng Gao, Yujing Chan-Yu, Yujing Chan-Yu, Zhi Li, Zhi Li, Yongfu Liu, Yongfu Liu, Fei Liu, Fei Liu, Di Liu, Wenjun Yu, Wenjun Yu, Weiwei Chen, Junhua Wang, Junhua Wang, Junhua Wang, Shenglong Le, Shenglong Le, Shenglong Le

“…This study aimed to compare EE measurements obtained using the COSMED K5 (K5) and CORTEX METAMAX 3B (M3B) during the resting state and submaximal-intensity exercise in women without self-reported regular exercise training.MethodsTwenty women aged 21.4 ± 1.5 years completed two measurements, including resting in a seated position and cycling on a simple upright ergometer at 30 W, 40 W, 50 W, and 60 W. …”
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Agarwood Chromone Alleviates Gastric Ulcers by Inhibiting the NF-κB and Caspase Pathways Based on Network Pharmacology and Molecular Docking by Canhong Wang, Yulan Wu, Bao Gong, Junyu Mou, Xiaoling Cheng, Ling Zhang, Jianhe Wei

“…<b>Objectives:</b> This study aimed to investigate the ameliorative effect of agarwood chromone on gastric ulcers and its mechanism. <b>Methods:</b> Network pharmacology was used to predict the disease spectrum and key therapeutic targets of 2-(2-phenylethyl)chromone (CHR1) and 2-(2-(4-methoxyphenyI)ethyl)chromone (CHR2). …”
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The oncolytic avian reovirus p17 protein suppresses invadopodia formation via disruption of TKs5 complexes and oncogenic signaling pathways by Chao-Yu Hsu, Jyun-Yi Li, Jyun-Yi Li, Wei-Ru Huang, Wei-Ru Huang, Tsai-Ling Liao, Tsai-Ling Liao, Hsiao-Wei Wen, Chi-Young Wang, Chi-Young Wang, Lon-Fye Lye, Brent L. Nielsen, Hung-Jen Liu, Hung-Jen Liu, Hung-Jen Liu, Hung-Jen Liu, Hung-Jen Liu

“…Furthermore, invadopodia detection, gelatin degradation assay, and Fluorescence imaging was performed to visualize invadopodia structures and assess extracellular matrix degradation. …”
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No significant gender differences in driving-related skills following alcohol mixed with energy drinks during an experimental binge-drinking episode by Olga Hladun, Olga Hladun, Esther Papaseit, Esther Papaseit, Lourdes Poyatos, Soraya Martín, Ana Pilar Pérez-Acevedo, Ana Pilar Pérez-Acevedo, Ana Maria Barriocanal, Tatiana Bustos-Cardona, Susana Malumbres, Rafael De La Torre, Klaus Langohr, Magí Farré, Magí Farré, Clara Pérez-Mañá, Clara Pérez-Mañá

“…The aim of the study was to assess whether women experience greater acute effects (on driving-related skills and subjective and physiological responses) after the controlled administration of alcohol and energy drinks in an experimental binge-drinking episode.MethodsA randomized, crossover, double-blind clinical trial was conducted with 28 healthy volunteers (14 men and 14 women) across four treatment conditions, namely, alcohol + energy drink (A/ED), alcohol + placebo of ED (A), placebo of alcohol + ED (ED), and both placebos (P). …”
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Effect of Midsole Compliance on Oxygen Consumption and Perception of Effort and Comfort during running by Kai Biedermann, Gian-Andri Baumann, Christina M. Spengler, Fernando G. Beltrami

“…Gas exchange was continuously monitored while perceived exertion and comfort were rated post-run using a 100mm visual analogue scale. Spatiotemporal data, including impact loading, ground contact time, and cadence, were assessed using accelerometry. …”
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Application of strut-septum complex stent in nasal tip refinement of secondary unilateral cleft rhinoplasty by DONG Zhe, LI Qiaoqiao, YANG Jiegang, FU Yuchuan, LI Jian

“…Objective To evaluate the clinical efficacy of costal cartilage septal-columellar composite grafts in refining nasal tip aesthetics for secondary unilateral cleft lip nasal deformities, and to provide a reference for clinical treatment. Methods This study has been approved by the institutional medical ethics committee and informed consent was obtained from the patients. …”
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Clinico-epidemiological characteristics of cerebral venous sinus thrombosis in Kenya: a retrospective case series by Taby Siika, Jaskirat Sokhi, Juzar Hooker, Sheila Waa, Anne Mwirigi, Jasmit Shah, Jasmit Shah, Dilraj Singh Sokhi, Dilraj Singh Sokhi

“…Apart from headaches (86.9%, 106/122), the most common presenting symptoms were visual disturbance (26.2%, 32/122) and seizures (23.8%, 29/122); 11 patients developed seizures later. …”
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Efficacy and safety of traditional Chinese medicine for post-COVID-19 syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Yiting Wang, Xiao Li, Huaizheng Hui, Dianxing Yang

“…Primary outcomes were symptom severity measured by the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS); secondary outcomes included relief rates of cough, fatigue, chest tightness, dyspnea, insomnia, and exercise intolerance. …”
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Therapeutic efficacy of home-based neuromuscular electrical stimulation on early postoperative functional recovery following arthroscopic rotator cuff repair: a double-blind random... by Rui-song Wang, Jian-ning Sun, Qun-ya Zheng, Liang Chen, Peng Chen

“…This study aimed to evaluate the clinical efficacy of home-based NMES intervention for promoting early functional recovery after ARCR. Methods A total of 63 ARCR patients were randomized into the NMES group (n = 32) and MENS (Micro-current electrical nerve stimulation) group (n = 31), both receiving a 6-week home-based intervention (5 sessions weekly, 30 min per session) following surgery. …”
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Effect of Locoregional Vs General Anesthesia on Incidence of Delayed Neurocognitive Recovery in Patients Undergoing Hip Fracture Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial by Xie S, Zhao X, Zhao Z, Gui M, Cao X, Shen X, Luo J, Chen X, Xia Y, Yu B

“…We conducted a randomized controlled trial to examine whether continuous femoral nerve block plus sacral plexus block reduces the rate of delayed neurocognitive recovery in patients undergoing hip surgery.Methods: This is a single-centre, randomized controlled trial. …”
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Improved alignment accuracy but similar early clinical outcomes with NAVIO imageless robotic-assisted vs. conventional total knee arthroplasty: a meta-analysis by Changjiao Sun, Qi Ma, Xiaofei Zhang, Huimin Li, Xin Yang, Xu Cai

“…Abstract Background This meta-analysis aimed to compare the radiological and clinical outcomes in patients who underwent total knee arthroplasty (TKA) using either NAVIO-assisted TKA or conventional TKA. Methods In accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and meta-analysis criteria, a systematic review was carried out. …”
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Effect of Yao medicine collapse stains combined with wax therapy in the treatment of chronic lumbar muscle strain (瑶药塌渍联合蜡疗治疗慢性腰肌劳损效果观察) by WEI Yingfen (韦英芬), HE Xinghong (何星宏)

“…Objective To investigate the effect of Yao medicine collapse stains combined with wax therapy in the treatment of chronic lumbar muscle strain. Methods A total of 138 patients with chronic lumbar muscle strain were selected as the study objects and randomly divided into observation group and control group, with 69 cases in each group. …”
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MORPHOLOGICAL CONDITION OF THE MUCOUS DURING THE PERIOD OF PHYSIOLOGICAL CHANGE OF THE CANINES OF THE UPPER JAW by M. Cholovskyi

“…Stratified squamous epithelium with expressive differentiation into basal, prickly granular and stratum corneum was visualized along the entire length. The formation of acanthotic epithelial cords took place in almost all cases. …”
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MULTICENTER DOUBLE-BLIND RANDOMIZED PLACEBO-CONTROLLED TRIAL OF THE SYMPTOM- AND STRUCTURE-MODIFYING EFFECT OF ALFLUTOP IN PATIENTS WITH KNEE OSTEOARTHROSIS. COMMUNICATION 1. EVA... by Lyudmila Ivanovna Alekseeva, E P Sharapova, E A Taskina, N V Chichasova, G R Imametdinova, N A Shostak, N G Pravdyuk, L N Denisov

“…Objective: to evaluate the symptom- and structure-modifying effect of alflutop versus placebo (PL) in patients with knee osteoarthrosis (OA).Subjects and methods. The trial enrolled 90 patients with knee OA (ACR criteria and Kellgren–Lawrence Stages II–III) and pain on walking ≥ 40 mm on a visual analogue scale (VAS) who signed their informed consent. …”
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Impact of Paraspinal Sarcopenia on Clinical Outcomes in Intervertebral Disc Degeneration Patients Following Percutaneous Transforaminal Endoscopic Lumbar Discectomy by Tianci Fang, Zhifang Xue, Quan Zhou, Jiawen Gao, Jian Mi, Huilin Yang, Feng Zhou, Hao Liu, Junxin Zhang

“…Primary outcomes were assessed via the visual analog scale (VAS; 0–10) and Oswestry disability index (ODI; 0%–100%) at preoperative, 1‐month, 6‐month, and final follow‐up (mean 65.6 weeks). …”
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Short-term pre-meal whey protein microgel supplementation reduces postprandial glycemia and appetite in adults with overweight: An open-label randomised controlled trial by Ian J. Neeland, Kostas Tsintzas, Bo Ahrén, Robert J. Chilton, Ambra Giorgetti, Alric Mondragon, Rachel Ambiaux, Eugenia Migliavacca, David Philippe, Olivier Aprikian, Odd Erik Johansen

“…Appetite was captured by frequent self-reporting (hunger, desire, amount, fullness, satisfaction) using a visual analogue scale (0–100 mm). Ad-libitum food consumption (lunch) was assessed by weighing the amount consumed. …”
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Emergence and characterization of a ST852 Klebsiella quasipneumoniae clinical isolate coharboring blaNDM-1 and blaKPC-2 in China by Chongmei Tian, Yaping Zhao, Su Dong, Zhixin You, Jingbai Chen, Hongfeng Xu, Yuejuan Fang, Yapei Zhang

“…ObjectivesTo characterize a rare ST852 Klebsiella quasipneumoniae strain co-producing NDM-1 and KPC-2 isolated from a clinical patient.MethodsMinimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs) were measured using a VITEK 2 compact system and broth microdilution. …”
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