Mapping the mHealth Nexus: A Semantic Analysis of mHealth Scholars’ Research Propensities Following an Interdisciplinary Training Institute by Junpeng Ren, Jinwen Luo, Yingshi Huang, Vivek Shetty, Minjeong Jeon

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CHALLENGES TO TEA PRODUCTION AND TEA MARKETING IN TARABA STATE OF NIGERIA by Yetunde Olasimbo Mary OLADOKUN, Kayode Akanni OLUYOLE

“…The study was carried out in Taraba state in Nigeria. Data was collected through the administration of well-structured questionnaire among tea producers and marketers (272). …”
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Household-based Survey of Diphtheria Vaccination in Osogbo Vis-à-vis 2023 Diphtheria Outbreak in Osun State, Nigeria: A Snapshot Assessment by Waidi Folorunso Sule, Hannah Ifedayo Ajayi, Ayokunle David Obayomi, Omolola Yinka Adeagbo, Omotayo Opemipo Oyedara, Olayode Olayiwola, Sunday Babatunde Akinde

“…Materials and Methods: This was a household-based survey; with ethical approval, 250 households in five clusters were contiguously selected for face-to-face interviewer-based interaction using semi-structured questionnaires. Consenting caregivers of children in each household provided pertinent socio-demographic and diphtheria vaccination data. …”
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Precipitated opioid withdrawal after buprenorphine administration in patients presenting to the emergency department: A case series by Anthony Spadaro, Sophia Faude, Jeanmarie Perrone, Ashish P. Thakrar, Margaret Lowenstein, M. Kit Delgado, Austin S. Kilaru

“…This study included patients who were reported by clinicians as potential cases of PW. Relevant clinical data were abstracted from the electronic health record using a structured retrospective chart review instrument. …”
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What influences Indian primary school children’s food behaviors? - Perceptions of children, mothers and teachers by Neha Rathi, Prarthana Tiwari, Manisha Kanwar, Anjali Patel, Mukta Singh, Kalpna Gupta, Anthony Worsley

“…Methods Informed by the socio-ecological framework, this study used an exploratory qualitative research approach to conduct semi-structured interviews with 22 primary school children, 19 mothers, and 18 teachers residing in Varanasi, India. …”
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Unmet need for family planning and associated factors among currently married women of reproductive age in Bishoftu town, Eastern Ethiopia. by Megersa Girma Garo, Sileshi Garoma Abe, Worku Dugasa Girsha, Dawit Wolde Daka

“…<h4>Methods</h4>Community-based cross-sectional study was conducted from 1st January to 28th February, 2021 among 847 randomly sampled currently married women of the reproductive age group. Data were collected using semi structured interviewer administered questionnaire. …”
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Effectiveness of Telenursing Intervention Program Focusing on Social Communication Skills and Behavioural Challenges in Parents of Children with Autism: A Research Protocol by Neelam Narula, Pawan Kumar

“…After the TNIP, parents will be reassessed for their knowledge, attitude and self-efficacy through a Google Form. Data will be collected using a structured knowledge questionnaire, an attitude questionnaire and the General Self-Efficacy (GSE) tool in both pretest and post-test formats.…”
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Translation of bioethics across cultural borders: exploring the adoption of the four-principles approach in palliative care provision on the Chinese mainland by Shengyu Zhao, Giles Birchley, Richard Huxtable

“…Conclusions Empirical data indicates that the translation of the four-principles approach remains incomplete in Chinese contexts due to its failure to consider the local socio-cultural landscape. …”
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The risks of telehealth in radiation oncology: challenges and mitigation strategies by Sotiri Stathakis, Niko Papanikolaou, Jessica Ashford, Jason Stephens, Aaron LaRose

“…Drawing upon the latest evidence, it details proactive, evidence-based mitigation strategies – encompassing the strategic implementation of hybrid care models, investments in secure and user-friendly technological infrastructure, the development and adherence to standardized clinical and operational protocols, targeted training for providers and staff, and robust support mechanisms for patients. A structured, continuous risk management framework is presented as an essential component for navigating these complexities. …”
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Prevalence of Hyperuricemia and Rheumatoid Factor Positivity Among Patients Aged 35 and Above in Huye District, Southern Province of Rwanda by Umukundwa R, Akimana E, Nsanzimana V, Mapira HT, Musarurwa C

“…We measured rheumatoid factor (RF), C-reactive protein (CRP), and serum uric acid levels, and evaluated risk factors using structured questionnaires.Results: Among the patients, 38.1% had hyperuricemia, with 9.8% RF positivity and 3.3% CRP positivity. …”
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Requirements for Driving and Perceived Barriers to Accessing Eye Care Services; a Comparative Study of Government and Commercial Drivers in Southwestern Nigeria by Adefisoye Oluwaseun Adewole, Abiodun Oladejo Egwuenu, Simeon Whenayon Ajisegiri, Adeleye Abiodun Adeomi, Oluwatosin Adediran Adeoye, Moses Katbi

“…Méthodes: We conducted a comparative cross-sectional study among 120 male commercial and government drivers each. Data were collected using a pre-tested semi-structured questionnaire. …”
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Profiling of Physical Activity Usage In Selected Urban Green Spaces In Marikina City by Trizsa Jasmin C. Ty, Alberto L. Dimarucut, Camille B. Castro, Danielle Naomi L. Uy

“…Interviews with two government officials were conducted to collect data on the historical background of the selected parks. …”
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Copilot in service: Exploring the potential of the large language model-based chatbots for fostering evaluation culture in preventing and countering violent extremism [version 2; p... by Leena Malkki, Irina van der Vet

“…Most generated responses were factually accurate, relevant, and structurally sound, i.e. sufficient to kick-start and deepen internal evidence-based practise. …”
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Synthesis, Characterization and Antimicrobial Activity of New 4-aminoantipyrine Derivatives Using Ultrasonic Mediation by Naween M. Youns

“…All produced compounds were analyzed through IR, 1H NMR, and 13C NMR spectra data to illustrate each of these distinct structures. …”
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Diagnosis of Coronary Heart Disease Through Deep Learning-Based Segmentation and Localization in Computed Tomography Angiography by Bo Zhao, Jianjun Peng, Ce Chen, Yongyan Fan, Kai Zhang, Yang Zhang

“…Vision transformers, with their self-attention mechanisms, offer a global perspective, yet demand extensive data and computational resources, making them less adaptable for the often limited medical imaging datasets. …”
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Socio-Demographic Status as a Predictor of Academic Performance among Human Kinetics and Health Education Students by Adewale Olugbemiga Adeleye, Emmanuel Akinyemi Adenuga, Olusoji James Idowu, Kanyinsola Aminat Soyombo

“…Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State Methods: This descriptive correlational design study was conducted on 350 selected students of Human Kinetics and Health Education Department. A self-structured questionnaire of SDQ and APQ were administered. …”
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From blueprint to biobank: Leveraging expert recommendations for implementing change (ERIC) to pediatric cancer biobanking in Pakistan. by Javeria Aijaz, Muhammad Rafie Raza, Kafeel Naz Sajid, Fouzia Naseer, Nida Jawaid, Saba Jamal, Nickhill Bhakta, Thomas B Alexander, Megan C Roberts

“…The ancillary processes including training and quality control have also been described and related data presented.<h4>Conclusion</h4>The implementation of Pakistan's first acute leukemia biobank using ERIC and EPIS frameworks offers a structured approach beneficial for settings with limited biobanking experience. …”
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The lived experience of mothers who give birth after induction of labour in hospital settings in Southern Ethiopia: a phenomenological study by Adanech Abebe, Temesgen Nane Setato, Fithamlak Solomon Bisetegn, Samson Kastro Dake, Debritu Nane

“…Data were analyzed thematically using Braun and Clarke’s six-phase method, supported by Open Code Software Version 4.02. …”
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The influence of the hidden curriculum on the risk of burnout in junior doctors in a palliative medicine rotation – a qualitative exploratory study by Eng Koon Ong, Ranitha Govindasamy, Wen Shan Sim, Lalit Kumar Radha Krishna

“…Methods This qualitative exploratory study was conducted at the Division of Supportive and Palliative Care in the National Cancer Centre Singapore, involving medical residents who had completed at least one month with the division between 2020 and 2022. 13 participants were recruited for individual semi-structured interviews carried out by an independent research assistant. …”
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Clinical applications of photon-counting CT in neuroimaging by LÜ Haiying, LU Yong, HE Naying

“…At present, PCCT holds broad clinical application prospects in the field of neuroimaging, especially demonstrating unique advantages in the visualization of fine intracranial structures, the diagnosis and treatment monitoring of intracranial aneurysms, and the diagnosis and treatment of intracranial artery stenosis and spinal vascular lesions. …”
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