METHOD THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTION ON PHYSICAL STABILITY AMONG ELDERLY INDIVIDUALS IN KAKAMEGA COUNTY by Micky Oloo, Edwin Wamukoya, James Oloo

“…In Kenya, falls among individuals over 60 years of age are a major concern. Despite physical activity being known to reduce fall risks, existing studies face challenges like high drop-out rates and limited exercise types. …”
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Severe and enduring prostate cancer burden attributable to smoking among old men amid global decline and socioeconomic disparities by Hao Chen, Chen Sang, Jia Jia, Shan Zheng, Minzhen Wang

“…Abstract Prostate cancer (PC) is a significant global health concern, particularly among older men (OM), and smoking is a well-established modifiable risk factor contributing to its incidence and mortality. …”
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Effectiveness of Radioiodine Therapy for Graves' Hyperthyroidism: A Quality-of-Life Assessment by Machfud Fauzi, Jongky Hendro Prajitno, Gwenny Ichsan Prabowo, Hermina Novida

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Malaria-Associated Factors among Pregnant Women in Guinea by Almamy Amara Touré, Abdoulaye Doumbouya, Abdourahamane Diallo, Gaspard Loua, Abdourahim Cissé, Sidikiba Sidibé, Abdoul Habib Beavogui

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The association between maternal tobacco smoking during pregnancy and the risk of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in offspring: A systematic review and meta-analysi... by Mahdi Mohammadian, Lusine G Khachatryan, Filipp V Vadiyan, Mostafa Maleki, Fatemeh Fatahian, Abdollah Mohammadian-Hafshejani

“…<h4>Introduction</h4>Maternal tobacco smoking during pregnancy is a significant public health concern with potential long-lasting effects on child development. …”
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Knowledge, attitudes, and practices among Syrian dentists towards minimal invasive dentistry and chemomechanical caries removal: a cross-sectional study by Dana Alakkad, Mohammed N. Al-Shiekh, Mawia Karkoutly, Mohannad Laflouf

“…However, views varied concerning specific diagnostic and treatment techniques, particularly ART and pit and fissure sealants in permanent teeth.…”
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Understanding local determinants of dengue: a geographically weighted panel regression approach in Yogyakarta, Indonesia by Marko Ferdian Salim, Tri Baskoro Tunggul Satoto, Danardono

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Romanian Dentists’ Perceptions on Molar Incisor Hypomineralization—A Questionnaire-Based Study by Beatrice Ciocan, Lucian Cristian Petcu, Rodica Luca

“…There was near-unanimous agreement on the importance of early MIH diagnosis (99.09%), and almost all participants (98.63%) expressed a desire for more information about this condition, demonstrating high awareness and concern about MIH among Romanian dental professionals. …”
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Exploring oral health related awareness, perceptions, practices and experiences among type 2 diabetes mellitus patients: a mixed method design by Aymen Elsous, Aesha Fetaiha, Mahmoud Radwan

“…Abstract Background/Objective The World Health Organization has classified diabetes mellitus as a pandemic disease, which is causing it to become a major worldwide health concern. It can have significant long-term repercussions, especially on dental health, if treatment is not received. …”
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Our Food: How we went wrong by Aamir Shahzad

“…Keto diet is still debatable as far as its long term effects on health are concerned. How to cite this: Shahzad A. Our Food: How we went wrong. …”
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Participation of the highest official of the constituent entity of the Russian Federation in municipal legal relations by Oleg A. Kozhevnikov, Aleksandr N. Meshcheryakov

“…Such participation helps to provide additional guarantees for the implementation of governmental programs for the development of local self-government on the territory of the constituent entity of the Russian Federation, to assist local self-government bodies in resolving local issues and vested certain state powers, to ensure strict observance of the law, rights and freedoms of people on the territory of municipalities.…”
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Intimate Partner Violence and Associated Factors Among Pregnant Women in the Conflicted Northeast Ethiopia: A Cross‐Sectional Study by Destaw Asefa, Endalkachew Worku Mengesha, Zemenu S. Yadita

“…During pregnancy, it becomes a significant public health concern and human rights violation, especially in conflict‐affected areas, affecting both mother and fetus negatively. …”
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Prevalence of ocular Chlamydia trachomatis infection and antibodies within districts persistently endemic for trachoma, Amhara, Ethiopia. by Mary K Lynn, Zebene Ayele, Ambahun Chernet, E Brook Goodhew, Karana Wickens, Eshetu Sata, Andrew W Nute, Sarah Gwyn, Nishanth Parameswaran, Demelash Gessese, Mulat Zerihun, Kimberly A Jensen, Gizachew Yismaw, Taye Zeru, Adisu Abebe Dawed, Fikre Seife, Zerihun Tadesse, E Kelly Callahan, Diana L Martin, Scott D Nash

“…<h4>Background</h4>Persistent trachoma is increasingly recognized as a serious concern for the global trachoma program. Persistent trachoma is defined as those districts that have had two or more trachoma impact surveys in which the trachomatous inflammation-follicular (TF) prevalence has never been <5%, the elimination threshold for TF. …”
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Magnitude of multidrug-resistant and extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing gram-negative bacteria from tracheal aspirates of intensive care unit patients in Ethiopia. by Zenebe Gebreyohannes Berhe, Shambel Araya Haile, Gadissa Bedada Hundie, Ashenafi Alemu Wami, Tesfa Addis, Elias Alehegn, Mahlet Abayneh, Shalom Tsegaye Zergaw, Natnael Dejene Engida, Alganesh Gebreyohanns, Firehiwot Workneh, Tsedale Woldu Hadgu, Yonas Kahasay, Kasahun Gorems, Rozina Ambachew Geremew, Fitsum Girma Teshome, Tibebe Adinew, Daniel Kahase Gebrelibanos, Gizachew Taddesse Akalu, Semaria Solomon

“…Regular monitoring of antimicrobial resistance levels, implementing antimicrobial stewardship, and an effective infection control program should be strengthened.…”
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Association between healthy lifestyle choices and mental health among students: a cross sectional study by Yan Wang, Jiayu Zhang, Lihua Huang, Xiaonan Li, Yanyan Zhong

“…Abstract Background The prevalence of mental health problems among college students, both domestically and internationally, has emerged as a significant public health concern. College students are in a period of transition to independent living. …”
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Knowledge and Attitude Toward Lumbar Puncture Among Medina Population by Asma Alshanqiti

“…Some potential interventions include: intensifying health promotion campaigns, increasing involvement of physicians in patients’ education to improve knowledge, as well as maintaining the quality and reliability of information provided concerning LP and carrying out further research to evaluate the effect of intervention programs on the knowledge and attitude. …”
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Over-the-counter procured emergency contraception among undergraduate students in a public University in Ghana by Fred Yao Gbagbo

“…These findings suggest that sexually active students are concerned about pregnancy prevention and need health education programs on modern contraceptive methods to prevent unwanted pregnancy and possible STIs. …”
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Caregiver burden and associated factors among primary caregivers of children with congenital disorders: a comparative cross-sectional study in Hunan Province, China by Yi Yu, Long Yang, Yanlin Liu, Junqun Fang, Hua Wang, Dan Luo

“…Abstract Background Congenital disorders are a significant public health concern and a leading cause of infant mortality and morbidity, causing a substantial burden to the family caregivers. …”
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Expatriation-enhanced competencies: A multiple case study of technology-based entrepreneurs by Hilka Pelizza Vier Machado, Jörg Freiling

“…Universities and innovators may recognize their discretion to develop programs for people like former students who want to self-expatriate. …”
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The burden and trends of infectious diseases among children aged 14 and below in China from 1990 to 2021: a systematic analysis from the 2021 global burden of disease study by Chun Guo Miao, Gui Rong Le, Si Yan Miao, Zhi Xin Liu

“…The burden of pediatric HIV/AIDS has also decreased in recent years, though adolescent HIV/AIDS education remains a key area of concern. Children under 5 continue to represent the highest burden group. …”
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