Level of satisfaction with the quality of antenatal care services in public health facilities and associated factors among pregnant women in Unguja, Zanzibar by Nassra Is-hak Yussuf, Michael Johnson Mahande, Rachel Nathaniel Manongi, Jelle Stekelenburg

“…Systematic random sampling was used to select study participants. A pre-programmed, smartphone-based application, Kobo tool Kit (ODK Collect VVI.27.3), was used to collect information. …”
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Provincial distribution of unintended pregnancy and its associated factors in Sierra Leone by Augustus Osborne, Regina Mamidy Yillah, Camilla Bangura, Bright Opoku Ahinkorah

“…Abstract Background Unintended pregnancy is a significant public health concern in Sierra Leone, with far-reaching consequences for both mothers and children. …”
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Assessment of Nurses' Perception toward Application of Evidence Based Practice Approach by Nour Al-huda Muhannad Mousa, Jihad Jawad Kadhim

“…Such analyses are computed by using the SPSS program version 24. Results : The  findings  indicate  that  the total assessment of perception about application of evidence-based practice approach about (39.54%) of the nurses have poor perception of evidence-based practice,(51.23 %) of them have moderate perception; while (9.32 %) of them have good levels according to the total assessment of perception about evidence-based practice. …”
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Implementation research to develop an optimized delivery model for effective implementation of evidence-based interventions to reduce stillbirth in India: A study protocol. by Gadapani Barsha Pathak, Reema Mukherjee, Vani Kandpal, Abhishek Agarwal, Prem Mony, Maryann Washington, Sarmila Mazumder, N K Arora

“…<h4>Background</h4>Stillbirth remains a public health concern in India, despite a decrease in reported rates. …”
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Adherence to ADA Clinical Guidelines in Type 2 Diabetes Management in Public Health Clinics in Palestine by Abukhalil AD, Muhanna SA, Madi MN, Al-Shami N, Naseef HA, Rabba AK

“…Medical associations and health institutions must adopt programs to increase professional education and awareness of the current guidelines to improve outcomes.Keywords: diabetes, diabetes adherence, diabetes management, diabetic medications, diabetes clinical guidelines…”
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Efficacy and acceptability of a self-collected medical grade tampon as a novel vaginal sample collection tool for the detection of HPV and STIs by Valentina Milanova, Iva Lazarova, Kalina Mihaylova, Michelle Gomes, Teodora Georgieva, Jan Multmeier

“…Abstract Objective Cervical cancer remains a significant health concern, particularly in low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs). …”
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Novel Identification of CD74 as a Biomarker for Diagnosing and Prognosing Sepsis Patients by Hu K, Shi A, Shu Y, Sudesh S, Ling J, Chen Y, Hua F, Yu S, Zhang J, Yu P

“…Kaibo Hu,1,2,&ast; Ao Shi,3,&ast; Yuan Shu,1,2 Shivon Sudesh,3 Jitao Ling,1,2 Yixuan Chen,2,4 Fuzhou Hua,4 Shuchun Yu,4 Jing Zhang,4 Peng Yu1 1Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, People’s Republic of China; 2The second Clinical Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang, People’s Republic of China; 3Faculty of Medicine, St George’s University of London, London, UK; 4Department of Anesthesiology, second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, People’s Republic of China&ast;These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Peng Yu, Email zhangyuteam2022@163.comPurpose: Sepsis, a life-threatening inflammatory condition due to an imbalanced response to infections, has been a major concern. Necroptosis, a newly discovered programmed cell death form, plays a crucial role in various inflammatory diseases. …”
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Pelecehan Verbal terhadap Siswi Berjilbab: Bentuk, Faktor, dan Dampak Sosial by Rizki Julia, Neila Susanti

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Lipodystrophy induced by combination antiretroviral therapy in HIV/AIDS patients: A Belgrade cohort study by Dragović Gordana, Danilović Dragana, Dimić Aleksandra, Jevtović Đorđe

“…[Projekat Ministarstva nauke Republike Srbije, br. 175024 i “European AIDS Treatment Network” (NEAT): LSHPCT - 2006-037570 within the FP 6 program]…”
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Factors associated with bacterial sexually transmitted infection screening uptake and diagnosis among men who have sex with men in France by Cheick Haïballa Kounta, Emilie Chazelle, Youssoufa M. Ousseine, Florence Lot, Annie Velter

“…This result provides an insight into bSTI screening uptake and diagnosis among MSM in France, and could inform future decisions about how to plan effective bSTI screening and diagnosis programs for this population.…”
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Off-grid field-deployable molecular diagnostic platform for malaria surveillance by Madhavinadha Prasad Kona, Armel N. Tedjou, Mary Kefi, Francesco Buongiorno, Charles S. Wondji, George Dimopoulos

“…Abstract Background Malaria, a major global health concern, continues to cause substantial morbidity and mortality, particularly in tropical regions. …”
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Differential effects of clary sage (Salvia sclarea L.) oil and linalyl acetate on depression levels in diabetic foot ulcer patients with T2DM: a randomized blinded controlled trial by Ji Won Son, Purum Kang, Sun Seek Min, Geun Hee Seol, Geun Hee Seol

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Budgetary impact of increasing use of peritoneal dialysis over haemodialysis in Spain by Gemma Barbado, Carla Garí, Asís Ariznavarreta, Neus Vidal-Vilar, Carlos Alvarez

“…Abstract Background Chronic kidney disease (CKD) represents a significant public health concern, due to its high prevalence and incidence, as well as its substantial socio-economic costs. …”
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Viral kinetics among persons living with HIV (PLWH) on Dolutegravir-based antiretroviral Regimen: A retrospective and prospective analysis from selected HIV clinics in Ghana. by Samuel Badu Nyarko, Joel Adu Twum, Aikins Sarpong Obeng, Helena Dede Djangba, Oksana Ryabinina, Foster Kyei, George Boateng Kyei, Nicholas Ekow Thomford

“…<h4>Conclusion</h4>The presence of virologic failures was of concern despite the high rates of viral suppression that DTG-based ART demonstrated. …”
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The Effect of Different Lipoproteins on the Severity of Coronary Atherosclerosis and Relation between them in Patients in Kurdistan by Marewan Hawil Saka, Abdulsatar Kamil Faeq

“…Conclusions:Serum level of non-high density lipoprotein is more important than low density lipoprotein as far as severity of coronary atherosclerosis is concerned and target LDL level was not achieved …”
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Sanitation and Hygienic Practices of Ready-to-Drink Milk Seller Based on Total of Coliform and Staphylococcus aureus by Herwin Pisestyani, Nada Nursaffana Ramadhani, Mirnawati Sudarwanto, Denny Widaya Lukman, Ardilasunu Wicaksono

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Factors Affecting Psychological Distress among People Living with HIV/AIDS at Selected Hospitals of North Shewa Zone, Amhara Region, Ethiopia by Elyas Admasu Basha, Behailu Tariku Derseh, Yohannes Gebre Egziabher Haile, Gedion Tafere

“…Data analysis was done with the help of a computer program (SPSS version 16.0). Binary logistic regression analysis was used for bivariate and multivariate analysis. …”
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HPV vaccination campaigns in Ethiopia and Bangladesh: Strategic implementation, challenges, identifying best practices and lessons for success in low and middle-income countries by Abu Sadat Mohammad Sayem, Brian Atuhaire, Anisur Rahman Siddique, Riad Mahmud, Melkamu Ayalew Kokebie, Godfrey Musuka

“…Numerous countries have gained valuable insights from implementing HPV vaccination programs targeting adolescent girls through pilot initiatives, demonstration projects, and extensive nationwide campaigns. …”
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Understanding the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of stakeholders in reporting African swine fever cases in Abuyog, Leyte, Philippines by Valine A. Cabodil, Harvie P. Portugaliza

“…Conclusion: The findings reveal a notable gap in knowledge concerning ASF among participants, highlighting an essential need for enhanced educational initiatives. …”
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Factors Affecting Medical Device-Related Pressure Injuries in Intensive Care Units by Fatma Ali, Sahar Mohammad, Dalia Ameen

“…Results: The findings from this study reveal that 40% of the nurses under investigation demonstrated a moderate level of knowledge concerning Medical Device-Related Pressure Injuries (MDRPI). …”
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