HIV drug resistance early warning indicators in namibia with updated World Health Organization guidance. by Anna Jonas, Victor Sumbi, Samson Mwinga, Michael DeKlerk, Francina Tjituka, Scott Penney, Michael R Jordan, Tiruneh Desta, Alice M Tang, Steven Y Hong

“…<h4>Background</h4>In response to concerns about the emergence of HIV drug resistance (HIVDR), the World Health Organization (WHO) has developed a comprehensive set of early warning indicators (EWIs) to monitor HIV drug resistance and good programme practice at antiretroviral therapy (ART) sites.…”
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Evolution of preschool girls’ beauty standards over the recent 10 years: findings of the experimental longitudinal study by O.V. Shalygina, A.B. Kholmogorova

“…The body positivity social movement has been expanding recently countering thinness standards imposed by Western culture, while raising experts&rsquo; concerns about the normalization of obesity. <strong>Objective. …”
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Boosting clerkship preparedness: student insights on the effectiveness of an intensive post-COVID transition course by Quang Thanh Nguyen, Thuy Minh Ha, Siaw Cheok Liew, Jeffrey Mayne, Thuong Thi Ha Luong, Phuoc Van Le

“…Abstract Background The Medical Doctor program at VinUniversity, developed in collaboration with the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, comprises three years of preclinical education followed by three years of clinical rotations. …”
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Hospital at home (virtual wards): developing a logic model and dark logic model by Faiza Yahya, Matthew Cooper, Hamde Nazar

“…The key themes for sustainability were securing clinical ‘buy-in’, effective communication, potential workforce re-modelling and optimising operational capabilities. Concerns and challenges were raised such as continuous funding, inadequate shared systems and duplication. …”
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The causes of parental vaccine refusal: results of a survey from Giresun, Turkey by Özlem Terzi, Elif Nur Gülen, Cihad Dündar

“…While efforts have raised immunization levels in developing countries, high rates of vaccine refusal in both developing and developed countries are causing concern worldwide. We aimed to determine the causes of vaccine refusal among parents refusing or postponing the vaccination of their children. …”
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Stages and future of women’s health: A call for a life-course approach by Zohra S. Lassi, Jeannette M. Wade, Edward Kwabena Ameyaw

“…In spite of the relevance of these aspects, such a narrow perspective overlooks the broader spectrum of health concerns that affect women across different life stages, hence the need to refocus women’s health through the lens of the life-course perspective. …”
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Factors and determinants associated with prevalence of stunting and thinness among adolescents of Tharparkar, Sindh, Pakistan: A community-based study. by Aisha Memon, Zulfiqar Ali Laghari, Ayaz Ali Samo

“…Stunting and thinness are significant public health concerns for developing countries, including Pakistan. …”
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Opportunities, challenges, and interventions for agriculture 4.0 adoption by Shanmugam Vijayakumar, Varunseelan Murugaiyan, S. Ilakkiya, Virender Kumar, Raman Meenakshi Sundaram, Rapolu Mahender Kumar

“…Additionally, investments in rural infrastructure, public-private partnerships, farmer training programs, and policy interventions, such as subsidies, tax incentives, and regulatory frameworks are critical to ensuring equitable access and maximizing the benefits of Agriculture 4.0 for sustainable and inclusive agricultural growth. …”
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Work-related grief and bereavement experiences of social and community service workers working with people experiencing social disadvantage: a rapid scoping review by Kara Whitlock, Zahra Premji, Ashley Mollison, Carolina Posada, Mauricio Arias-Rojas, Charlotte Futcher, Kelli I. Stajduhar

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Opportunities and challenges for the integration of managing non-communicable diseases within HIV care and treatment services in Tanzania by Anzibert Andrew Rugakingira, Emili Yondu, Joseph Matobo Thobias, Ikunda Dionis, Costantine Chasama Kamata, Manase Kilonzi, Emmy Metta, Nathanael Sirili

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Social Acceptability/Awareness of Genetically Modified Crops in Southeast Arkansas [Abstract only] by Tracy V. Dunbar

“…Preliminary results of this study suggest that educational programs need to be developed about the benefits and risks of GMCs. …”
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Using the resilience theory to understand and address migrant pandemic precarity among South African migrant populations by Ferdinand C. Mukumbang, Babatope O. Adebiyi

“…Conclusions The South African government should implement migrant-inclusive approaches and empower structures and programs that enhance migrants’ resilience to future crises. …”
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Objective monitoring of Insecticide-treated bednet use to improve malaria prevention: SmartNet development and validation. by Paul J Krezanoski, Jeffrey I Campbell, Data Santorino, David R Bangsberg

“…Malaria is a serious health concern for three billion people worldwide, killing nearly 600,000 people a year. …”
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Who Sets the Limits in Restorative Justice and Why? Comparative Implications Learnt from Restorative Encounters with Terrorism Victims in the Basque Country by Gema Varona

“…Secondary victimisation seems one of the major concerns of the 2012 EU Directive on the rights of victims in relation to restorative justice. …”
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The earlier the better ? Early foreign language teaching

“…Case Studies and Research: Specific case studies, such as the bilingual education initiatives in Biel/Bienne, illustrate how immersion programs can enhance language learning. Evaluations of new teaching materials show positive acceptance among teachers, yet raise concerns about the adequacy of support for diverse learners. …”
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When is synthetic sufficient? Ethical considerations and alternatives in simulation-based ultrasound education by Andrea J. Doyle, Claire M. Condron

“…Central to many simulation programs is the use of animal models, tissues, or body parts to replicate human anatomy and physiology. …”
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Information needs of kidney transplant patients on social media: a qualitative study by Bilgen Arikan, Emine Sardagi, Cigdem Erdem

“…These findings suggest the necessity of implementing personalized education programs for patients and their families and expanding remote care practices such as telehealth services (e.g., tele-nursing and online counseling). …”
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Exploring the Role of Urban Agriculture in Indonesia’s Socio-Economic and Environmental Landscape: A Systematic Literature Review by Aji Saputra, Oekan Soekotjo Abdoellah, Gemilang Lara Utama, Yusep Suparman, Dede Mulyanto, Indri Wulandari

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Exploring the Cyberpsychology of Social Media Addiction and Public Health Risks among Black American Women in the USA by Darrell Norman Burrell

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Human induced pluripotent stem cell–derived therapies for regeneration after central nervous system injury by Stephen Vidman, Yee Hang Ethan Ma, Nolan Fullenkamp, Giles W. Plant

“…Previous work has also demonstrated the ability of such cells to stimulate intrinsic growth programs in post-mitotic cells, such as neurons. While embryonic stem cells demonstrated great potential in treating central nervous system pathologies, ethical and technical concerns remained. …”
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