Sleep Disorders and Fatigue among Patients with MS: The Role of Depression, Stress, and Anxiety by Nassim Zekibakhsh Mohammadi, Amir Sam Kianimoghadam, Niloofar Mikaeili, Seyedeh Samaneh Asgharian, Mahdieh Jafari, Abbas Masjedi-Arani

“…We utilized a demographic information questionnaire along with the Mini-Sleep Questionnaire (MSQ), Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS), and Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21) to collect data and analyzed them applying SPSS22, incorporating statistical measures including Pearson correlation and regression. …”
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DETERMINATION OF THE SUSTAINABILITY OF SOIL QUALITY AND CROP HEALTH OF TWO VARIETIES OF COFFEE, RIO BLANCO, ECUADOR by Juan Pablo Haro Altamirano, William Estuardo Carrillo Barahona, Luis Marcelo Fernández Quinde, Víctor Miguel Toalombo Vargas, Cristian David Jara Ruiz

“…Methodology: Through the evaluation of physical, chemical, biological and plant growth parameters, indicators adapted to the specific conditions of the Amazon were used, applying field and laboratory techniques and methods for data collection and subsequent analysis of the sustainability of the two varieties. …”
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The impact of CDIO implementation on retrofitting CNC based universal turn drill in vocational education by Widodo, Suhardjono, M. Khoirul Effendi

“…This evaluation and validation review relates to a 13-point institutionally developed instrument that is linear to the discipline-specific graduate outcomes. …”
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Search for genetic predictors of acute coronary syndrome in patients after coronavirus disease 2019 by V. A. Kozik, L. A. Shpagina, I. S. Shpagin, S. V. Minnikh, N. G. Lozhkina, V. N. Maksimov

“…There were no significant differences in genotype frequencies in the group of women and in the general group (without division by sex).Conclusion. The data obtained may indicate a protective role of the rs2285666 AA genotype of the ACE2 gene for males regarding ACS development after COVID-19. …”
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Factors associated with ABCDEF bundle implementation for critically ill patients: An international cross-sectional survey in 54 countries by Junpei Haruna, Takeshi Unoki, Keibun Liu, Kensuke Nakamura, Shigeaki Inoue, Osamu Nishida

“…We conducted a secondary analysis of an international 1-day point-prevalence study that investigated the implementation of the ABCDEF bundle in critically ill patients. …”
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Causal association between circulating α-Klotho levels and venous thromboembolism: a two-sample Mendelian randomization study by Yanmin Song, Liping Cao, Hui Long

“…Abstract Background α-Klotho may involve in the occurrence and development of venous thromboembolism (VTE). However, the underlying relationship between circulating α-Klotho levels and VTE is still unclear. …”
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Blockchain technology and power asymmetries in Tanzanian agricultural supply chains by Deo Shao, Roselyne Alphonce, Fredrick Ishengoma, Hilda Mwangakala, Frederick Chali, Cesilia Mambile, Abiud Bongole, Hector Mongi, Bernard Julius, Aliko Matola

“…The surveys targeted key groups in the ASC, including smallholder farmers, large-scale farmers, buyers, transporters, and local and national leaders. Quantitative data were analysed using descriptive statistics and correlation analyses. …”
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“Do we perceive the same reality?” Truth telling and persuasion techniques in Red Pilling narratives about the COVID-19 vaccine by K. Grailey, R. Gerrard, M. Kihanga, A. Buttenheim

“…Commenters shared insights into becoming red-pilled, the significance of persuasive sources and how they went on to “red-pill” others. Data also illustrated an isolated life once “red-pilled”, whilst simultaneously being a member of a global network.Our analysis provides a rich insight into the strategies and scenarios that inspire red-pilling narratives and their consequences, particularly for public health initiatives such as vaccination programmes. …”
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Short‐Form Video Media Use Is Associated With Greater Inattentive Symptoms in Thai School‐Age Children: Insights From a Cross‐Sectional Survey by Romteera Chiencharoenthanakij, Kachawan Yothamart, Naphat Chantathamma, Worachot Sukhumdecha, Saranyu Charoensri, Bhupa Thanyakulsajja, Krittisak Anuroj

“…Results The analysis included 528 participants, with 11.6% previously diagnosed with ADHD. …”
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Identifying gaps between perceived and actual intakes in Finnish adults: self-assessment of macronutrient intakes in relation to nutrition recommendations is challenging by Sari Bäck, Tiina Pellinen, Essi Päivärinta, Petra Rautio, Antti Isokangas, Maijaliisa Erkkola, Anne-Maria Pajari

“…This cross-sectional sub-study utilized data collected at the baseline of the trial. Participants’ perceptions of intakes and sources of carbohydrates, fibers, fats, and proteins were collected by a questionnaire developed for the study. …”
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Faith-based organisations and their role in supporting vaccine confidence and uptake: a scoping review protocol by Anushka Ataullahjan, Sara Allin, Shaza Fadel, Erica Di Ruggiero, Melodie Yunju Song, Denessia Blake-Hepburn

“…Two reviewers will pilot-test 20 articles to refine and finalise the inclusion/exclusion criteria and data extraction template. Four reviewers will independently screen and extract the included full-text articles. …”
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Factors Associated with Unfavorable Treatment Outcomes in New and Previously Treated TB Patients in Uzbekistan: A Five Year Countrywide Study. by Jamshid Gadoev, Damin Asadov, Mirzagolib Tillashaykhov, Katie Tayler-Smith, Petros Isaakidis, Andrei Dadu, Pierpaolo de Colombani, Sven Gudmund Hinderaker, Nargiza Parpieva, Dilrabo Ulmasova, Avazbek Jalolov, Atadjan Hamraev, Engy Ali, Martin van den Boom, Asmus Hammerich, Ogtay Gozalov, Masoud Dara

“…This requires closer analysis to explain the reasons and recommend interventions to improve the situation. …”
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Hepatic Encephalopathy Scoring Model in Hepatic Cirrhosis Based on Clinical and Laboratory Parameter by Kadek Mercu Narapati Pamungkas, Putu Itta Sandi Lesmana Dewi, Ni Luh Putu Yunia Dewi, Ni Nyoman Gita Kharisma Dewi, Dwijo Anargha Sindhughosa, Ketut Mariadi

“…Methods: An analytical cross-sectional study collected data from 96 hospitalized patients with liver cirrhosis from November 2021 to January 2022. …”
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Outcomes in gestational and non-gestational choriocarcinoma: A retrospective cohort study with nomograms and web tools by Sakhr Alshwayyat, Mahmoud Bashar Abu Al Hawa, Karam Maraqa, Tala Abdulsalam Alshwayyat, Mustafa Alshwayyat, Hamdah Hanifa, Tala Alsaghir

“…Design: A retrospective cohort study with Survival Analysis and Nomogram Development. Methods: We analyzed data from the National Cancer Institute Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) database and identified female patients diagnosed with GCC and NGCC between 2000 and 2020. …”
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Patient Perspectives on Impact of Weight and Weight Stigma on Breast and Cervical Cancer Treatment: A Qualitative Study by Jamie L. Sorensen, Michele M. West, Kathleen M. Robinson, Mary E. Charlton, Ingrid M. Lizarraga, Sarah H. Nash

“…Interviews focused on whether individuals perceived being treated differently because of their weight in daily life, in healthcare, or during cancer treatment. Data were coded using a combination of inductive and deductive approaches, and analyzed using a multi‐phase thematic analysis. …”
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Response of Pedunculate Oak (<i>Quercus robur</i> L.) to Adverse Environmental Conditions in Genetic and Dendrochronological Studies by Konstantin V. Krutovsky, Anna A. Popova, Igor A. Yakovlev, Yulai A. Yanbaev, Sergey M. Matveev

“…These insights can guide reforestation efforts and support the development of climate-resilient oak populations. By integrating genetic and dendrochronological data, researchers gain a holistic understanding of <i>Q. robur</i>’s mechanisms of resilience. …”
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Indonesian Translation and Adaptation of Social Appearance Anxiety Scale (SAAS) for Early Adolescent Girls in Indonesia by Putri BBK, Noer AH, Pebriani LV, Purba FD

“…The process consisted of three stages including 1) forward and backward translations, 2) testing of reliability coefficients, and 3) collecting validity evidence through content-based and construct-based testing using Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA). Data were collected online from respondents in Bandung, Indonesia, who were then asked to participate in a retest 1 month later. …”
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Some Morpho-Functional Changes of the Left Heart in Patients with Viral Liver Cirrhosis by M V. Chistyakova, A. V. Govorin, N. N. Kushnarenko

“…The correlation analysis was performed using the Spearman coefficient.Results. …”
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History of alternative preventive therapies for type 1 diabetes mellitus by T. S. Khobotkova, N. N. Minyailova, O. V. Budnikova, A. V. Vedernikova

“…To explore the history of alternative preventive therapeutic methods for type 1 diabetes mellitus based on data from both Russian and international research literature.Methods. …”
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Interactions between non-physician clinicians and industry: a systematic review. by Quinn Grundy, Lisa Bero, Ruth Malone

“…Recent health policy developments confer even greater importance on the decision making of non-physician clinicians. …”
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