Network meta-analysis of randomized control trials evaluating the effectiveness of various probiotic formulations in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus by Abdallah R. Allam, Mohamed Basyouni Helal, Mohamed Salah Alhateem, Mohamed Ashraf Shehab, Ahmed Gamal Elshaar, Mohamed Ahmed Saeda, Fatma Magdi Ibrahim, Ahmed Maher Khalil, Abdelrahman Mohamed Mahmoud

“…Abstract Background Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a global health concern with a rising prevalence. Recent studies indicate that the gut microbiota plays a role in the development of T2DM, making probiotics a promising avenue for proper glycemic control. …”
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Special Features of a 24-hour Arterial Blood Pressure Profile in Healthy Children During the Period of Adaptation to Studying at Different School Types by I. N. Zakharova, T. M. Tvorogova, I. I. Pshenichnikova, M. A. Shkolnikova

“…The most important predictors of AH development and elevated AP persistence in children aged 10–12 years of 1 and 2 health groups are: values of SAP and/or DAP 90 and 95 percentile taking into account sex, age and height at one-shot measurements, the presence of AH in relatives within the immediate family, excessive (over 75 percent for this age and height) body weight and high (over 96 bpm) values of average day-time heart rate following results of HM. The previous data concerning a quick enough adaptation of children to increased daily loads was confirmed, including an authentic increase of motion activity volume within educational programs of cadet educational institutions.…”
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Implementation of the WHO surgical safety checklist in resource-limited Somalia: a new standard in surgical safety by Najib Isse Dirie, Abdullahi Hassan Elmi, Abdishakor Mohamud Ahmed, Mohamed Mustaf Ahmed, Mohamed Abdinor Omar, Mulki Mukhtar Hassan, Ahmed Omar Abdi

“…Abstract Background Surgical safety remains a critical global health concern, with complications from surgical procedures resulting in significant morbidity and mortality, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. …”
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Exergaming System for Exercise-Based Cardiac Rehabilitation in Patients With Heart Failure: Development and Usability Assessment Study of a Device Prototype by Carles Blasco-Peris, Juan Pedro Alcolea Garrido, Barbara Seguí, Rocio Zaragoza, Vicente Climent-Paya, Laura Fuertes-Kenneally, Agustín Manresa-Rocamora, Ana Sanz-Rocher, Sabina Baladzhaeva, José M Sarabia

“… Abstract BackgroundHeart failure (HF) is a growing global health concern, and adherence to early cardiac rehabilitation (CR) remains suboptimal. …”
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Prevalence and characteristics of tobacco use among adults in Kazakhstan: A cross-sectional National Survey by Anel Ibrayeva, Marat Shoranov, Rassulbek Aipov, Adil Katarbayev, Shynar Tanabayeva, Ildar Fakhradiyev

“…Background: Smoking remains a major public health concern worldwide, contributing significantly to morbidity and mortality. …”
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Comparing two corrective exercise approaches for body image and upper-quadrant posture in schoolgirls with hyperkyphosis by Samineh Mokhtaran, Hashem Piri, Rahman Sheikhhoseini, Mohammad Salsali

“…The current study compared the effectiveness of 6 weeks of NASM-based exercise training and eccentric-based exercise programs on body image and upper-quarter posture in schoolgirls with hyperkyphosis. …”
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Anxiety, depression, and their association with unintentional injury risk among older adult populations in Guangxi, China: a cross-sectional study by Li Niu, Jie Zhang, Chun-liu Lu, Yong Zhang, Xin-xin Mo, Rong Xu, Hong-ye Luo

“…BackgroundThe aging population presents a significant public health challenge, particularly concerning mental health and injury prevention. Anxiety and depression are common among the older adult, affecting their quality of life and increasing the risk of unintentional injuries (UI). …”
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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

“…Background: Adolescence is a period in which individuals are more concerned with their body image. However, little is known about the prevalence of body image dissatisfaction and its associated factors. …”
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Impact of the SAGAL livelihood project on community engagement, economic empowerment, and maternal health service uptake in Galmudug, Somalia by Salad Halane, Mohamed Hussein Muhumed, Mohamed Mustaf Ahmed, Abdiwali Mohamed Ahmed, Jamilu Sani, Rashed Shah, Abdullahi Mohamed Mohamud, Abdullahi Abdulle Farah, Mohamud Isse Yusuf

“…Abstract Background Maternal health outcomes remain a pressing concern in fragile and conflict-affected settings such as Somalia, where financial and sociocultural barriers exacerbate disparities in access to essential health services. …”
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Spatial delineation on marine environmental characteristics using fuzzy c-means clustering method by E.D. Lusiana, S. Astutik, N. Nurjannah, A.B. Sambah

“…Moreover, it is also consistent with existing conservation programs, including the notable national marine protected areas of the Savu Sea. …”
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Immune checkpoint blockades in gynecological cancers: A review of clinical trials by Hongling Peng, Xiang He, Qiao Wang

“…In this study, we provide a comprehensive review of clinical evidence concerning ICB therapy in gynecological cancers and discuss future implications. …”
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Fecal methylated syndecan-2 (SDC2) testing for early screening of colorectal cancerous and precancerous lesions: A real-world retrospective study in China by Boyu Qin, Haitao Niu, Lupeng Qiu, Hongfeng Zhou, Peng Lyu

“…Background: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a major public health concern and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. …”
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Role of Exercise in Vascular Function and Inflammatory Profile in Age-Related Obesity by Anna Pedrinolla, Massimo Venturelli, Emine Kirmizi, Federica Moschetta, Monica Zardini, Doriana Rudi, Elisabetta Bacchi, Federico Schena, Paolo Moghetti, Massimo Lanza

“…Thirty normal weight (NW; 70 ± 5 years, 23.9 ± 2.6 BMI) and forty overweight and obese elderly (OW&OB; 69 ± 5 years, 30.1 ± 2.3 BMI) regularly taking part in a structured, supervised exercise program were enrolled in the study and evaluated for vascular function (flow-mediated dilation; FMD) and inflammatory profile (plasma CRP, IL-1β, IL-1ra, IL-6, IL-8, IL-10, TNF-α, and MCP-1). …”
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Barriers and Enablers for Accessing Rehabilitation Services: Findings From the Rehabilitation Choices Study, Part 1—Healthcare Professionals' Perspectives by Nicolette Hodyl, Gillian Mason, Karen Ribbons, Lucy Bailey, Adrian O'Malley, Tracy Ward, Stephen Ward, Michael Pollack, Michael Nilsson, Frederick Rohan Walker

“…Conclusions Healthcare professionals who make decisions about rehabilitation referrals and services feel that it was necessary for them to keep up to date with information relating to rehabilitation services. There was some concern regarding what rehabilitation constituted and what services were available for different clinical indications. …”
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Sagittal Spinal Alignment in Children and Adolescents: Associations with Age, Weight Status, and Sports Participation by Giada Annarumma, Fiore Mazza, Alessandro Ambrosi, Erica Keeling, Fredrick Fernando, Felice Sirico, Rossana Gnasso, Andrea Demeco, Marco Vecchiato, Maria Letizia Motti, Alessandro Biffi, Stefano Palermi

“…Poor posture is a common musculoskeletal concern in children and adolescents and may lead to spinal discomfort and long-term structural issues. …”
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Design of a Mobile App and a Clinical Trial Management System for Cognitive Health and Dementia Risk Reduction: User-Centered Design Approach by Hannes Hilberger, Bianca Buchgraber-Schnalzer, Simone Huber, Theresa Weitlaner, Markus Bödenler, Alara Abaci, Jeroen Bruinsma, Ana Diaz, Anna Giulia Guazzarini, Jenni Lehtisalo, Seungjune Lee, Vasileios Loukas, Francesca Mangialasche, Patrizia Mecocci, Tiia Ngandu, Anna Rosenberg, Elisabeth Stögmann, Konsta Valkonen, Elena Uhlik, Helena Untersteiner, Laura Kneß, Helmut Ahammer, Sten Hanke

“… BackgroundThe rising prevalence of dementia is a major concern, with approximately 45% of cases linked to 14 modifiable risk factors. …”
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National survey on pediatric respiratory physiotherapy units: primary ciliary dyskinesia and non-CF bronchiectasis by Beatrice Tani, Nicola Ullmann, Paola Leone, Alessandra Boni, Eugenio Barbieri, Matteo D’Angelo, Sara De Dominicis, Beniamino Giacomodonato, Stefania Monduzzi, Irene Piermarini, Chiara Pizziconi, Beatrice Ferrari, Renato Cutrera

“…Abstract Background Currently, there is a lack of data concerning the organization and characteristics of Italian pediatric physiotherapy units for the treatment of patients with chronic lung diseases, especially those with rare conditions such as Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) and non-Cystic Fibrosis bronchiectasis (NCFB). …”
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Nurses' occupational fatigue level and risk factors: A systematic review and meta-analysis. by Rong Pi, Yunfang Liu, Rong Yan, Zong De, Yali Wan, Yi Chen, Zihan He, Fang Liu, Yan Wang, Suyun Li

“…<h4>Background</h4>Occupational fatigue, characterized by both physical and mental exhaustion, is a pressing concern in various professions, particularly among nurses. …”
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Trends in medically serious suicide attempts before and after COVID-19: a four-year retrospective analysis (2018–2022) by Anna Beneria, Luis Marte, Marta Quesada-Franco, Sara García-González, Damià Restoy, Citlalli Pérez-Galbarro, Olga Santesteban-Echarri, Rosa Ramos, Josep Antoni Ramos-Quiroga, María Dolores Braquehais

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Helheter i de finländska styrdokumenten för småbarnspedagogik – huvudsak och huvudbry för lärarutbildningen by Sofie Tjäru, Mikaela Svanbäck-Laaksonen, Eva Staffans, Johanna Still, Johanna Hirvi, Pia Nordin, Linda Eriksson, Mia Heikkilä

“…Further, we also suggest that the teacher education program should be organised in ways that make integrating different subjects and content areas a natural part of the education. …”
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