Gender differences in L1 vertebral strength in adults 50+ using automated CT-based finite element analysis by Hsiang-Ho Chen, Chieh-Wei Wu, Yen Cheng, Mao-Chieh Su, Yu-Jhen Chen, Po-Liang Lai

“…Abstract Osteoporosis is usually diagnosed using a Bone Mineral Density test using dual-energy X-ray Absorptiometry. However, it is limited by low testing rates and the inability to directly measure bone strength. …”
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Employing Quantum Entanglement for Real-Time Coordination of Distributed Electric Vehicle Charging Stations: Advancing Grid Efficiency and Stability by Dawei Wang, Hanqi Dai, Yuan Jin, Zhuoqun Li, Shanna Luo, Xuebin Li

“…This paper presents the first real-time quantum-enhanced electricity pricing framework for large-scale EV charging networks, marking a significant departure from existing approaches based on mixed-integer programming (MILP) and deep reinforcement learning (DRL). …”
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The status of machine learning in HIV testing in South Africa: a qualitative inquiry with stakeholders in Gauteng province by Musa Jaiteh, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew A. Shiferaw, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya

“…Key gaps identified were a lack of implementation of research findings and a lack of awareness among frontline workers and end-users.ConclusionPolicymakers should design educational programs to improve awareness of existing machine learning initiatives and encourage the implementation of research findings into HIV testing services. …”
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Communication Between Parents and Young People on Sexual and Reproductive Health Issues and Its Associated Factors in Holeta and Bako Towns, Oromia, West Ethiopia: A Cross‐Sectiona... by Tsegaye Benti Muse, Hunduma Dinsa Ayeno, Mulugeta Mekuria Mengistu, Yohannes Bacha Gemechu, Seifadin Ahmed Shallo, Elias Teferi Bala

“…Therefore, there is a crucial need to address the limited involvement of parents in programs aimed at providing SRH services to young people.…”
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ASSESSMENT OF SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING ABILITIES AMONG FIRST-YEAR UNDERGRADUATE MEDICAL STUDENTS USING THE SDLI TOOL: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY IN GUNTUR, ANDHRA PRADESH, INDIA. by Lakshmi Divya Yadavalli, Srujana Dampetla, Paleti Nanda Kumar, Indla. Devasena, Pitta Param Jyothi

“…The National Medical Commission (NMC) mandates the integration of SDL in the undergraduate curriculum. However, limited studies in India have assessed SDL abilities using standardized tools. …”
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Characterization of Intsia spp. from Indonesia using microsatellite markers by Purnamila Sulistyawati, Sapto Indrioko, Widiyatno, AYPBC Widyatmoko

“…In addition, a set of polymorphic microsatellites showing a successful transfer across species of Intsia could serve as a valuable tool for comparative studies among related taxa species and breeding and conservation programs.…”
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Construction and evaluation of an integrated “Hospital-Community-Family” public cardiopulmonary resuscitation training system by Yanhua An, Yun Wei, Dawei Wang, Bingchen Ma, Hua Wang, Qiumei Cao

“…Bystander cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is the most significant factor for out-of-hospital CA (OHCA) survival. Limited opportunities exist for community residents and family members of patients with chronic diseases to participate in CPR training programs. …”
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A Survey on the Organization and Operation of Level II/III Neonatal Intensive Care Units in Greece: A Comparison Between 2004 and 2022 by Kosmas Sarafidis, Nicoletta Iacovidou, Eleftheria Hatzidaki, Ilias Chatziioannidis, Gabriel Dimitriou

“…Background/Objectives: Limited data exist on the organization and operation of Level II/III Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs) in Greece; this retrospective cross-sectional survey explored their structure and functioning in 2004 and 2022. …”
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Examining the perception of undergraduate pharmacy students towards their leadership competencies: a mixed-methods study by Aaliah Aly, Fatima Mraiche, Esraa Maklad, Raja Ali, Alla El-Awaisi, Maguy Saffouh El Hajj, Banan Mukhalalati

“…However, research on pharmacy students' perceptions of their leadership competencies and development opportunities remains limited. This study explores students’ perceptions at the College of Pharmacy at Qatar University (CPH-QU), regarding their leadership knowledge, skills, attitudes, and available opportunities for leadership development. …”
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Prevalence of body image dissatisfaction and associated factors among high school adolescent in Hawassa city, Ethiopia by Zenebe Jebero, Amanuel Elias, Gemeda Billo, Mohammed Ayalew, Yonas Alemayehu, Fikre Moga

“…The Public Health Authority should collaborate with families for healthier lifestyles, while schools and youth centers should implement educational programs to foster positive body image. Parents should model healthy body image behaviors and avoid negative comments. …”
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Electrocardiogram screening for school children: a cross-sectional, population-based study by Ali A. Alakhfash, Abdulrahman Al Mesned, Waleed Al-Manea, Abdulla Al Qwaee, Zuhair Nasser Al-Hassnan

“…This study may serve as a model for large-scale, community-based, 12-lead ECG screening programs for children. LIMITATIONS: Causality cannot be derived given the design, the potential for false positive and false-negative results, and the lack of genetic studies for children with prolonged QT intervals.…”
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Transition from care experiences of youth aged 13 to 23 living with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder in Canada: A scoping review by Michele L. Palk, Christine Wekerle

“…Yet, knowledge about youths’ transition from care is limited. Policy may be implemented before understanding evidence for supportive programming like ensuring early and consistent prenatal care, remedial education, etc. …”
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Multi-environmental evaluation of barley core collection against spot blotch for genetic variability and identification of promising genotypes exhibiting resistance by Shiv Shankar Patel, Shyam Saran Vaish, Sherry Rachel Jacob, Gyanendra Pratap Singh, Vikender Kaur

“…These findings provide valuable insights for future breeding programs focused on integrating resistance traits into new barley varieties.…”
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Multidisciplinary collaboration and nursing practice of bone marrow suppression combined with catheter-related bloodstream infection of implanted port in a patient undergoing chemo... by WEI Ya (魏雅), LI Siqin (李思琴), LIU Yeqing (刘叶清), YUAN Wei (袁维), PENG Wenjie (彭文洁), FU Jianghong (付江红)

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Unmet maternal health information needs and mass media exposure for maternal health among women in the Gedeo zone, South Ethiopia by Getanew Aschalew Tesfa, Addisu Getnet, Binyam Tariku Seboka

“…Healthcare organizations, policymakers, and other governmental and non-governmental organizations should continuously work on maternal health educational programs by using different types of mass media platforms to fulfill the information needs of women.…”
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Lifestyle Advice Combined with Personalized Estimates of Genetic or Phenotypic Risk of Type 2 Diabetes, and Objectively Measured Physical Activity: A Randomized Controlled Trial. by Job G Godino, Esther M F van Sluijs, Theresa M Marteau, Stephen Sutton, Stephen J Sharp, Simon J Griffin

“…<h4>Background</h4>Information about genetic and phenotypic risk of type 2 diabetes is now widely available and is being incorporated into disease prevention programs. Whether such information motivates behavior change or has adverse effects is uncertain. …”
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Meta-Analysis of the Effect of Resistance Exercise Prescription on Glucose and Lipid Metabolism in Overweight and Obese Adults by SUN Yuxin, GUO Xiaoyuan, CHEN Shi, PAN Hui, ZHU Huijuan

“…The type of literature was limited to randomized controlled studies in which the exercise intervention included resistance exercise in the test group but did not include resistance exercise in the control group. …”
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Clinical Management of Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder Using a Mobile Health App Within a Primary Care Clinic: Quasi-Experimental Study by Allison D Rosen, Steven J Shoptaw, Li Li, Bengisu Tulu, Omar Nieto, Steven Jenkins, Mariah M Kalmin

“…Mobile health (mHealth) platforms may be a useful tool for increasing long-term engagement in MAT programs, but evaluation studies of such platforms are limited. …”
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An Exercise-Based Precision Medicine Tool and Smartphone App for Managing Achilles Tendinopathy (the 'PhysViz' System): User-Centered Development Study by Kohle Merry, Megan M MacPherson, Jackie L Whittaker, Christopher Napier, Liisa Holsti, Alex Scott

“… BackgroundPeople with Achilles tendinopathy (AT) experience persistent pain that can limit engagement with daily occupations and negatively impact mental health. …”
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Skill-based employment taxonomy in the global IT industry 5.0 by Jorge Valverde-Rebaza, Jorge Valverde-Rebaza, Fabiana Rodrigues de Góes, Julieta Noguez, Nathalia C. Da Silva

“…The proposed taxonomy has the potential to not only categorize diverse IT roles with precision but also forecast workforce demands effectively.ResultsKey insights suggest that this hierarchical approach could significantly aid in workforce demand forecasting and provide valuable guidance to educators in shaping programs that prepare professionals for the challenges of Industry 5.0. …”
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