Reference ranges of CT quantitative indexes based on paired inspiratory and expiratory chest CT in healthy Chinese adults: A community-based cohort study by Ziwei Zhang, Xiuxiu Zhou, Yi Xia, Qianxi Jin, Yu Guan, Taohu Zhou, Yueze Li, Shiyuan Liu, Li Fan

“…Purpose: Computed tomography (CT) screening has established itself as the routine method to monitor lung conditions by providing pulmonary structural and functional information. However, the reference ranges of CT indices are still lacking. …”
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The phenomenological examination of Turkish mothers who have hemophilic sons by Veysel Gök, Sebahat Aydos, Begüm Fatma Kıryar, Alper Özcan, Ebru Yılmaz, Musa Karakükcü, Ekrem Ünal

“…We conducted and recorded face-to-face interviews with nine mothers of patients with severe hemophilia A. Each of the semi-structured interviews, in which the interview form consisting of 23 questions was used, lasted approximately 40 minutes. …”
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The protective effects of two varicella vaccination strategies: A Bayesian modeling study in two megacities in South China by Xing Huang, Jialing Li, Yihan Li, Weilin Zeng, Qi Zhu, Jun Liu, Pei Hu, Zhihua Zhu, Zhongyi Fan, Ying Yang, Siqing Zeng, Zhihao Li, Jianpeng Xiao, Limei Sun, Jianfeng He

“…The study aimed to evaluate the effects of two varicella vaccination (VarV) (the two-dose self-paid VarV and the two-dose free VarV) strategies implemented in Guangdong Province, China.Research design and methods We collected data on varicella cases and doses administered to children aged 0–14 in Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Foshan from 2012 to 2022. …”
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Gendered ethnobotanical practices and their influence on livelihoods: Non-Timber Forest Product collection around Ayubia National Park by Mehwish Zaman, Asma Jabeen, Muhammad Waheed, Shiekh Marifatul Haq, Abeer Hashem, Khalid F. Almutairi, Elsayed Fathi Abd_Allah, Rainer W. Bussmann

“…Field surveys were conducted through snowball method and the data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 108 households. …”
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Ethyl acetate extract of Ruta graveolens: a specific and potent inhibitor against the drug-resistant EGFR_T790M mutant in NSCLC by Vikas Kumar, Leena Chauhan, Deepa Singh, Akash Kumar, Rajkumar Kulandaisamy, Tushar Kushwaha, Kamal Baswal, Rajan Singh, Saroj Kumar, Shivajirao L. Gholap, P. Hariprasad, S. Babu Dadinaboyina, Jagadeshwar R. Thota, Deepak Sehgal, Mohan B. Appaiahgari, Krishna K. Inampudi

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User and healthcare provider early experiences with the PrEP ring: a quantitative study on the introduction of a new PrEP method in Eswatini by Anita Hettema, Siphesihle Shongwe, Haley Sisel, Mxolisi Khumalo, Ncediso Gama, Nolwazi Khanyile, Buyile Mahlalela, Sindy Nana Matse, Jill M. Peterson

“…During the first 2 months of offering PrEP choice, providers (n = 16) completed a structured questionnaire on the feasibility and acceptability of PrEP choice service delivery. …”
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Embodying disadvantage: a theoretically-informed analysis of pathways linking socioeconomic position with all-cause and cancer mortality in a nationally representative cohort of ad... by Dana Lee Olstad, Sara Nejatinamini, Seyed Hosseini Pozveh, Jenny Godley, Gavin R. McCormack, Lin Yang, Tolulope T. Sajobi

“…Abstract Background Individuals adopt particular health-related practices according to what is structurally possible for them. Given that many health-related practices and obesity are patterned by socioeconomic position (SEP) and strongly linked with mortality, they may represent mechanisms through which SEP becomes biologically embedded and influences mortality risk. …”
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Feasibility of long-read sequencing to identify molecular alterations in an Indonesian cohort of locally advanced to advanced nasopharyngeal cancer by Handoko, Marlinda Adham, Lisnawati Rachmadi, Demak Lumban Tobing, Asmarinah, Fadilah, Wei Dai, Anne Wing Mui Lee, Soehartati A Gondhowiardjo

“…DNA was extracted and sequenced using Oxford Nanopore’s Promethion 2 Solo long-read sequencer. Structural and small variants were identified and annotated. …”
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National Healthcare Transformation Program in Saudi Arabia: Awareness of the New Models of Care Among Health Professionals by Althuwaybi MA, Alshammari TM, Tharkar S, Alodhayani AA, Al-Muammar M, Abulmeaty M, Almutari KM

“…However, there is substantial potential for improving awareness through structured training programs. Consequently, healthcare policymakers must prioritize the development of structured training programs through training and reinforcement that address all six MoC components.Keywords: awareness, healthcare transformation, National Transformation Program, model of care, Saudi Arabia, Vision 2030…”
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TB treatment delays and associated risk factors in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, 2019–2021 by Radzhabali Sharifov, Dilyara Nabirova, Zulfiya Tilloeva, Sanam Zikriyarova, Nishant Kishore, Navruz Jafarov, Salomuddin Yusufi, Roberta Horth

“…Conclusions Patient delay was high before the COVID-19 pandemic and increased in 2021, while provider delay decreased during this time. Addressing structural barriers to healthcare services, such as increased DOTS facilities, expanded hours, and zero fees, may decrease delays.…”
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Classification and definition of epilepsy. Position paper by the International League Against Epilepsy on Nosology and Definitions of Epilepsy Syndromes dated 2021 by K. Yu. Mukhin, O. A. Pylaeva, V. S. Kakaulina, M. Yu. Bobylova

“…When developing the criteria for each epilepsy syndrome, the ILAE Task Force used the latest literature data, including Internet resources and the opinion of experts in this area. …”
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Screening for delirium: a quality improvement audit in geriatric care by Jazba Yousaf, Shams Ud Duja, Areeba Asghar, Sami Mehdi, Faiza Khan

“…Staff education: ongoing training for healthcare professionals on delirium recognition and the use of structured screening tools (CAM, 4AT) should be prioritised to ensure staff competency8; 2. …”
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Sentiment Dynamics Among Informal Caregivers in Web-Based Alzheimer Communities: Systematic Analysis of Emotional Support and Interaction Patterns by Congning Ni, Qingyuan Song, Qingxia Chen, Lijun Song, Patricia Commiskey, Lauren Stratton, Bradley Malin, Zhijun Yin

“…This phenomenon is part of a broader trend of steadily rising positive sentiment among ADRD caregivers. Using structured topic modeling, we cataloged a diverse range of topics that included both emotional aspects, such as family emotions, and practical concerns, such as diagnosis and treatment and everyday care practices. …”
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Reasons for non-participation and dropout in a longitudinal study of an app-based support service among adult patients in a psychiatric outpatient setting during the COVID-19 pande... by Luisa Kaufmann, Sabrina Baldofski, Konstanze Golsong, Elisabeth Kohls, Elisabeth Kohls, Christine Rummel-Kluge, Christine Rummel-Kluge

“…Analyzing underlying reasons holds promise for improving future recruitment methods, study design, and app features.ObjectiveThis study investigated reasons for non-participation and dropout among adult psychiatric outpatients in a study examining an app for self-reflection, daily structuring, relaxation, mindfulness, and psychoeducation in Germany during COVID-19 pandemic, as well as potential differences between dropouts and completers.MethodsDescriptive statistics on reasons for non-participation using an anonymous questionnaire and for dropout based on semi-structured telephone interviews were performed. …”
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Personality Traits and Social Support: Their Role in Postpartum Depression by Richa S, Parveen S, Abullais SS, Mahmood SE, Alsamghan A, Alshaikh AA

“…Analyses included descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, moderation testing with PROCESS macro (SPSS v4.2), and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM).Results: The average EPDS score was 7.9 (SD = 4.3), indicating generally low to moderate levels of PPD. …”
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Variability in anticoagulation duration and follow-up for deep venous thrombosis: a retrospective cohort study by Adam Darnley, Thomas Knight, Jecko Thachil

“…Current guidelines recommend a minimum of 3 months of anticoagulation, followed by reassessment to determine the need for continued therapy.1 However, no structured follow-up pathway exists within our Trust. …”
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Employee retention through effective human resource management practices in Maldives: Mediation effects of compensation and rewards system by Zubair Hassan

“…METHODOLOGY: A sample of 250 respondents among the employees working in the retail sector in Capital City of Maldives was selected using the random probability sampling technique. A structured questionnaire was distributed, and data was collected. …”
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A qualitative pilot study exploring the acceptability of a peer provider delivered substance use brief intervention from the perspective of youth in Kenya by Florence Jaguga, Matthew C. Aalsma, Leslie A. Enane, Matthew Turissini, Edith Kamaru Kwobah, Edith Apondi, Julius Barasa, Gilliane Kosgei, Yvonne Olando, Mary A. Ott

“…Methods We conducted qualitative semi-structured interviews with youth participants (n = 25) to explore acceptability of a substance use BI. …”
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Neuroinflammation and Natural Antidepressants: Balancing Fire with Flora by Ana Clara Figueiredo Godoy, Fernanda Fortes Frota, Larissa Parreira Araújo, Vitor E. Valenti, Eliana de Souza Bastos Mazuqueli Pereira, Claudia Rucco P. Detregiachi, Cristiano M. Galhardi, Flávia Cristina Caracio, Rafael S. A. Haber, Lucas Fornari Laurindo, Masaru Tanaka, Sandra M. Barbalho

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St. Louis enhancing engagement and retention (STEER) in HIV/AIDS care: a participatory intersectional needs assessment for intervention and implementation planning by Debbie L. Humphries, Phillip Marotta, Yue Hu, Victor Wang, Greg Gross, Darius Rucker, Johnnie Jones, Faiad Alam, Tawnya Brown, Donna Spiegelman, Chelsey R. Carter

“…Louis has a marked history of structural racism and economic inequities, we utilized the Intersectionality Based Policy Analysis (IBPA) framework to guide a participatory needs assessment for planning and program development.MethodsThe planning team included researchers, the lead implementer from our community partner, and two community representatives, and had biweekly 60–90 min meetings for 18 months. …”
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