Anthropogenic influences on Rhodnius ecuadoriensis populations and nesting behaviors in sylvatic areas of southern Ecuador by Jazive Esparza-Carate, Soledad Santillán-Guayasamín, César A. Yumiseva, Juan José Bustillos, Mario J. Grijalva, Sereno Denis, Anita G. Villacís

“…These findings underscore the urgent need for environmental education programs focused on waste management within local communities. …”
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A study on the status of myopia and pre-myopia among primary school students in different regions of Shaanxi Province, China by Dong Wei, Dong Wei, Li Yangbing, Liu Chengfei, Liu Chengfei, Zhang Ye, Zhang Ye, Wang Zihao, Wang Zihao, Li Yanying, Li Yanying, He Xiaokang, He Xiaokang, Fu Kunlin, Du Zhaojiang

“…The observed progression patterns suggest critical windows for prevention, advocating for: (1) Preschool-initiated vision protection programs, (2) Establishment of digital refractive registries for high-risk cohorts, and (3) Implementation of regionally tailored myopia control protocols prioritizing northern districts.…”
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Safety and long-term efficacy of autologous hematopoietic cell transplantation for patients with systemic sclerosis by Eleni Gavriilaki, Eleni Gavriilaki, Despina Mallouri, Ioannis Batsis, Zoi Bousiou, Anna Vardi, Nikolaos Spyridis, Georgios Karavalakis, Alkistis kyra Panteliadou, Panagiotis Dolgyras, Christos Varelas, Vlasios I. Alevizopoulos, Panagiotis G. Asteris, Panayiotis Vlachoyiannopoulos, Damianos Sotiropoulos, Petros P. Sfikakis, Ioanna Sakellari

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Shifting shadows: Assessing the habitat and climate change response of binturong (Arctictis binturong) in the conservation landscape of the Asian continent by Imon Abedin, Tanoy Mukherjee, Ah Ran Kim, Hyun-Woo Kim, Soo Rin Lee, Shantanu Kundu

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Risk factors associated with urogenital schistosomiasis: a multilevel assessment approach using an Oversampling Schistosomiasis Survey (SOS) community-based, Plateaux region, Togo... by Penelope Vounatsou, Fiona M Fleming, Rachel Pullan, Katherine Gass, Smaila Alidou, Hélène E Kamassa, Fiali Lack, Essoham Ataba, Efoe Sossou, Manani Hemou, Kossi Yakpa, Mawèké Tchalim, Piham Gnossike, Ameyo M Dorkenoo

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Effect of statins and antihyperglycemics on chronic kidney disease in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a retrospective cohort study with a 12-year follow-up by Ammar Abdulrahman Jairoun, Chong Chee Ping, Baharudin Ibrahim, Dina Farhan Al Jawamis, Asma Khaled Al Jaberi, Tasnim Dawoud, Khuloud Jamal Mohammed, Faris El-Dahiyat, Moyad Shahwan

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Los objetivos y contenidos de las actividades de expresión motriz, según la opinión de los profesores de educación física en Chile (Objectives and contents of the activities of mot... by Alda Reyno Freundt

“…Its purpose was detecting their opinion concerning the contents and objectives of MEA. This study describes the answers given by the teachers in the MEA questionnaire. …”
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Encuesta Nacional de Tendencias Fitness para México en 2022 (National Survey of Fitness Trends in Mexico for 2022) by Lino Francisco Jacobo Gómez Chávez, Jorge López-Haro, Adrián Ricardo Pelayo Zavalza, Luis Eduardo Aguirre Rodríguez

“…Conclusions: a greater concern of the population for health prevention can be observed, specifically about body weight and the maintenance of physical fitness, functionality and strength, as well as implementing new post-pandemic activities of COVID-19. …”
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Evaluating the structure of Antibiotic Stewardship Programme in Emirates Health Services hospitals in the United Arab Emirates by Ms Fatma Al Hamidh, Dr. Md. Hafizur Rahman, Dr. Esmita Charani

“…Introduction: Evidence on the structure and implementation of Antibiotic Stewardship Programmes (ASPs) is lacking in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), including the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This gap is concerning as bacterial antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is increasing alarmingly in the UAE. …”
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The factors associated with teenage pregnancy among young women aged between 15 and 19 years in Rwanda: a retrospective cross-sectional study on the Rwanda Demographic Health Surve... by Felix Nduhuye, Felix Nduhuye, Emmanuel Kubana, Emmanuel Kubana, Stella Matutina, David Mwesigye, Athanase Munyaneza, Laetitia Nyirazinyoye

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The mental health needs of youth involved in the juvenile justice system in Jordan by Latefa Ali Dardas, Naheel Qaddoura, Amjad Al-Khayat, Bayan Abdulhaq, Mu’taman Jarrar, Mohammad Alkhayat, Ibrahim Aqel

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Consumption of vitamin A rich foods and its associated factors among children aged 6–59 months in North Shoa Zone, Oromia regional state, Ethiopia by Meseret Moroda, Girma Garedew Goyomsa, Rebik Shukure, Shelema Nigussu

“…BackgroundVitamin A deficiency is a major nutritional concern in poor societies, especially in lower income countries. …”
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A large-scale prospective nested case-control study: developing a comprehensive risk prediction model for early detection of pancreatic cancer in the community-based ESPRIT-AI coho... by Chaoliang Zhong, Penghao Li, Jia Zhao, Xue Han, Beilei Wang, Gang Jin

“…Background: Pancreatic cancer (PC) remains a significant public health concern due to its late diagnosis and limited effective screening methods. …”
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Mitigating antibiotic misuse in dairy farming systems and milk value chain market: Insights into practices, factors, and farmers education in Nyabihu district, Rwanda by Blaise Iraguha, Jean Pierre M. Mpatswenumugabo, Methode Ngabo Gasana, Elina Åsbjer

“…The widespread misuse of antibiotics to combat bacterial infections in dairy farming is a global concern contributing to antimicrobial resistance (AMR). …”
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Family structure factors influencing modern contraceptive use in Cameroon based on analysis of 2018–2019 demographic and health survey data by Samira Amadou, Myungken Lee, Jakyoung Lee, Sangyune Kim, Sunjoo Kang

“…Abstract Maternal mortality remains a significant global concern, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, underscored by its inclusion in Sustainable Development Goal 3.1. …”
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Prevalence and determinants of Musculoskeletal Disorders among quarry workers in The Gambia: a cross-sectional study by Ebrima Touray, Lamin Sambou, Balla Jammeh, Sambou L S Kinteh, Bakary Kinteh, Amadou Barrow

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Cellular S Values and DNA Damage Induced by 125I Auger Electron and Tritium β-rays by SHEN Jiangyan1, ZHU Kun1, LI Qing1, ZHANG Desong1, LI Junli2, 3, YAN Congchong1

“…Following the discharge of nuclear wastewater in Fukushima, the radiation biological effects of tritium have become a focus of public health concern. Tritium readily enters the human body and participates in metabolic activities. …”

Rest intolerance and associated factors among Chinese nursing students: a cross-sectional network analysis by Jiukai Zhao, Yibo Wu, Jiayi Xu, Kunshuo Du, Yu Yang, Shuang Zang

“…Abstract Background In today’s fast paced society, the phenomenon of rest intolerance has emerged as a prevalent psychological concern, which has been shown to pose potential risks to the mental and physical health of many people. …”
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The Public Health Impact of Foreign Aid Withdrawal by the United States Government and Its Implications for ARVs, Preexposure, and Postexposure Prophylaxis Medications in South Afr... by Samuel Chima Ugbaja, Boitumelo Setlhare, Peterson Makinde Atiba, Hezekiel M. Kumalo, Mlungisi Ngcobo, Nceba Gqaleni

“…HIV/AIDS remains a global public health concern, with a high prevalence in sub-Saharan Africa. …”
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Knowledge, attitude, and practice of water, sanitation, and hygiene among internally displaced persons in Somalia by Abdullahi Ahmed Tahlil, Mohamed Abdisalan Dahir, Yahye Sheikh Abdulle Hassan, Marian Muse Osman, Gallad Dahir, Liban Hassan Jimale, Abdiwali Ahmed Siyad, Mohamed Abdelrahman Mohamed, Osman Abubakar Fiidow, Abdinasir Yusuf Osman

“…Conclusion The study indicates that poor knowledge, negative attitudes, and inadequate practices concerning water, sanitation, and hygiene are prevalent among Internally Displaced Persons in Somalia. …”
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