Inequalities in the distribution of the nursing workforce in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: a regional analysis by Waleed Kattan, Mohammed Khaled Al-Hanawi

“…Abstract Background The global nursing shortage is a growing concern, particularly in regions experiencing rapid population growth and healthcare transformation. …”
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COVID-19 vaccine demand, hesitancy, and nationalism: a case of protection motivation behavior in Bangladesh by Mostafizur Rahman, Afnan Hossain, Abu Sufian, Nahida Anwar

“…Conclusions: This study suggests that policymakers may take initiatives for making people aware and knowledgeable about the severity and vulnerability to specific health threats. In this concern, perception and efficacy-increasing programs may take part in increasing protection motivation behaviors like vaccine acceptance and (domestic) vaccine preference. …”
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CHROMagar COL-APSE medium as a screening method for fecal carriage of Colistin resistant Enterobacteriaceae among patients in Mansoura university hospitals, Egypt by Noha M. Mahmoud, Samah S. El-Kazzaz

“…This highlights the need for active surveillance in addition to the infection control programs…”
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Growth parameters and food frequently consumed by Basotho children aged 6–24 months old at Maseru and Leribe districts of Lesotho: A cross‐sectional study by Mothusi Nyofane, Malebusa Rapotsane, Mohlotsane Moshao

“…Abstract Undernutrition in children remains a public health concern. Despite the global efforts to address undernutrition, Lesotho continues to bear the highest burden of childhood undernutrition. …”
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Navigating the relationship of pet guardianship and the social determinants of health in Australia: insights from a cross sectional study by Sonya McDowall, Susan J. Hazel, M. Anne Hamilton-Bruce, Tiffani J. Howell, Rwth Stuckey

“…Securing pet-friendly rentals emerged as the most prominent concern influencing guardianship decisions. Social support networks played a protective role, aiding guardians in retaining their pets during difficult times. …”
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Conducting and automating the water Morris maze test in SPF conditions by N. V. Khotskin, V. A. Kulikov, E. L. Zavyalov, D. V. Fursenko, A. V. Kulikov

“…At the same time, conducting this test in SPF conditions must comply with very strict regulations concerning pathogen control. A white animal on the surface of whitened water is low contrast and this does not allow the animal to be traced automatically, which represents yet another major problem. …”
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Exotic grass alters micro‐climate and mobility for northern bobwhite chicks by James A. Martin, Jason K. Burkhart, Reggie E. Thackston, John P. Carroll

“…ABSTRACT Conservation practices are designed to provide habitat conditions that meet the environmental requirements for species of conservation concern. However, exotic invasive grass species may reduce the efficacy of these practices because they disrupt biological processes. …”
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NAVIGATING THE GLOBAL CHALLENGE OF DIABETES MELLITUS: INSIGHTS FROM KAZAKHSTAN'S HEALTHCARE LANDSCAPE AND STRATEGIES FOR IMPROVED MANAGEMENT by Asselkhan Otegenova, Assem Kazbekova, Maksut Kulzhanov, Zhanay Akanov

“…Theoretical and practical significance is evident in the complexity of estimating prevalence, regional variations in Central Asia, and global initiatives recognizing diabetes as a major health concern. While successful management programs exist, challenges persist, including under-reporting, discrepancies in estimations, and delayed diagnoses, impacting patient quality of life and healthcare costs. …”
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Presenting a conceptual model of the human as an agent based on the lived experience of successful youth labor: A grounded theory study by maryam hozhabriannazari, hossein salimibajestani, masumeh esmaili, ebrahim naeimi

“…Background: The phenomenon of child and youth labor is a multifaceted challenge encompassing biological, psychological, and social dimensions, and it has emerged as a significant concern in various countries, including Iran. However, the predominant research has often approached this issue from a social work perspective, focusing on description and pathology. …”
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Extended study of extreme geoelectric field event scenarios for geomagnetically induced current applications by Chigomezyo M. Ngwira, Antti Pulkkinen, Victoria Wilder, Geoffrey Crowley

“…Today, there is great concern over possible geomagnetically induced current effects on power transmission networks that can result from extreme space weather events. …”
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An adaptive filter for anemia screening using deep convolutional neural network by Jose B. Lazaro, Jr., Jennifer C. Dela Cruz, Jocelyn F. Villaverde

“…Anemia remains a significant global health concern, affecting diverse populations and contributing to substantial morbidity. …”
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The Role of Environmental Cost Information in Reducing Bank Credit Risk Analytical Study of the Opinions of a Sample of Credit Analysts in the Banks of the Province of Erbil, Iraq by Salh Ebrahim Yuns, Zaito Awla Abubakr, Rezan Salahaddin Azzat

“…   The information of cost and economic analysis is consider the key of formulating policies, decision-making and the adoption of investment programs, as a result of the high rates of pollutants and the variety of forms which different types lead to increasing concentrations, especially in recent years, prevention and treatment of its effects have become the concern of various countries and companies, took the environmental costs resulting from those pollutants constitute high rates As a result of the costs incurred by the company, information on these costs can no longer be ignored in line with the polluter pays principle. …”
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Design, modeling and cost analysis of 8.79 MW solar photovoltaic power plant at National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), Islamabad, Pakistan by Shabahat Hasnain Qamar, Dawid Piotr Hanak, Majid Ali, Joao Gomes, Khalid Zia Khan

“…Abstract Climate change, as a critical global concern, has fueled our efforts to address it through different strategies. …”
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Retention of physiology knowledge among medical students in basic science: a cross-sectional study by Mohammad Khaksari Hadad, Mahmoud Reza Dehghani, Maryam Okhovati, Sara Shafian

“…Abstract Background Medical educationists are concerned that the retention of basic science concepts weakens beyond the early years of medical programs, with clinicians rarely using basic sciences in clinical practice. …”
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The impact of the Dark Triad personalities and parental interaction patterns in predicting the tendency toward risky behaviors among adolescent girls in Ardabil, Iran in 2024 by Roya Motavalli, Hanieh Shayeghi, Tavakkol Mousazadeh, Serap Ejder Apay, Elif Odabaşı Aktaş

“…These behaviors impact the individual and have negative consequences on families and society. As a pressing concern for communities, healthcare organizations, and social policymakers, identifying factors leading adolescents toward risky behaviors is paramount and urgent. …”
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Prostate cancer in men under 50: the impact of race/ethnicity and family history by Lechuang Chen, Yu Zhang, Qing H. Meng

“…Background Prostate cancer remains a significant global public health concern. It is the most common cancer and the second leading cause of cancer death among men in the United States. …”
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Effect of Implementing Evidence-Based Nursing Practices Guidelines Related to Post-Partum Care on Maternity Nurses' Performance by Fatma A. Oraby, Afaf M. M. Emam, Nageya E. Said

“…The study recommended encouraging continuous educational training programs and workshops for nurses regarding evidence-based nursing in obstetrics and gynecological unit. …”
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Comparing Trunk and Lower Extremity Kinematic Variables during Side-Cutting Maneuver in Healthy and Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstructed Athletes by Mohammad Aziminia, Ali Abbasi

“…Objective:  However, due to the long-term recovery process in anterior cruciate ligament injury and the occurrence of secondary problems after surgery, as well as the lack of adherence to postoperative rehabilitation programs, however, there is a risk of re-rupture of this ligament. …”
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Risk factors for preterm birth and its effect on neonatal mortality in India: evidence from the National Health Family Survey-5 by Priyanka Dixit, Mrigesh Bhatia, Charusheela Bhatia, Laxmi Kant Dwivedi, Saurabh Singh

“…Conclusions Preterm birth is a matter of major concern to policy makers as it contributes significantly to neonatal mortality. …”
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Knowledge of Safe Food Temperature among Restaurant Supervisors in Dammam, Saudi Arabia by Mohammed Al-Mohaithef, Syed Taha Abidi, Nargis Begum Javed, Musaad Alruwaili, Amal Yousef Abdelwahed

“…The study results emphasize on the necessity to conduct education and training programs for restaurant supervisors to improve the quality of food served to consumers and protect them from foodborne illnesses and food poisoning.…”
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