Experiences of telehealth e-mentoring within postgraduate musculoskeletal physical therapy education in the UK and Canada: a protocol for parallel mixed-methods studies and cross-c... by Alison B Rushton, Isaak Tyros, Nicola R Heneghan, Madeleine Nazareth, Wendy J Johnson, Jackie Sadi, Heather Gillis

“…To investigate the experiences and outcomes of multiple stakeholders (student mentees, mentors and patients) engaged in musculoskeletal physical therapy telehealth e-mentoring across two universities (UK and Canada).Methods and analysis Using case study design, we will use sequential mixed methods involving qualitative and quantitative components based on existing evidence. …”
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Patient-Reported Outcomes among people living with Chronic Pruritus (PROs-CP): Protocol for a single-center, multistage, mixed-methods prospective cohort study in Thailand. by Surapon Nochaiwong, Chidchanok Ruengorn, Salin Kiratikanon, Rujira Rujiwetpongstorn, Panjit Chieosilapatham, Napatra Tovanabutra, Siri Chiewchanvit, Ratanaporn Awiphan, Chabaphai Phosuya, Yongyuth Ruanta, Kednapa Thavorn, Mati Chuamanochan

“…Qualitative data will be obtained from the patient's perspectives through individual interviews.<h4>Ethics and dissemination</h4>The study protocol was approved by the Ethics Committee of the Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University (MED-2566-0299), Thailand. …”
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Challenges and possibilities when doing research on active school travel interventions in a school setting - a non-randomized pilot study assessing feasibility of an evaluation des... by Mathias Andersson, Elena Tseli, Anna-Karin Lindqvist, Stina Rutberg, Annie Palstam

“…Evaluation of the effectiveness of interventions requires suitable study designs and feasible quantitative evaluations relating to the school setting. …”
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Exploring the research interest, capacity and culture of NHS staff in South-East Scotland and changes in attitudes to research following the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic: a qualitative stud... by Magdalena Pribanova, David J. Chinn, Fleur Davey, Frances Quirk

“…We investigated the current research interest, culture, and capacity amongst staff in one medium-sized, regional Health Board in Scotland to determine how research activity may be increased and how attitudes to research may have changed following the recent pandemic. Methods This study was part of a two-phase evaluation with both quantitative and qualitative methods using an initial questionnaire (n = 503) and then semi-structured interviews with 28 staff recruited following completion of their questionnaire. …”
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Oral health status and treatment needs among 5–15-year-old children of tribal population in Noolpuzha Panchayath of Wayanad: A cross-sectional study by M. T. Jeseem, Soumya Mohanan Thotten Veetil, Kannan Vadakkepurayil, Muhammed Rasif Manningal

“…The caries status was assessed using decayed, missing and filled (dmf) and Decayed, Missing, Filled (DMF) and the gingival condition using the Modified Gingival Index. The subjects were interviewed with a validated WHO Oral Health Questionnaire 2013 for children. …”
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Higher biosecurity level was associated with reduced risk of Danish dairy cattle farms becoming test-positive for Salmonella Dublin in a nested case–control study by Lars Pedersen, Lars Pedersen, Hans Houe, Erik Rattenborg, Liza Rosenbaum Nielsen

“…Dublin (BAF-SD) was used to systematically and semi-quantitatively assess the on-farm biosecurity practices across 12 farm sections. …”
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A Conceptual Pattern for Ranking Urban Furniture in Pedestrian Pathways of Tabriz from a Socio-Cultural Perspective (Case Study: Ark, Maqsudiyeh, Tarbiat, and Valiasr Pathways) by Afrang Beignejad Heric, Reza Valizadeh, Ali Panahi

“…This study aims to present a conceptual model for ranking urban furniture in the pedestrian pathways of Ark, Maqsudiyeh, Tarbiat, and Valiasr in the city of Tabriz. …”
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Electronic community health information system practice and associated factors among health extension workers in South Wollo Zone, North East Ethiopia: Mixed study by Mohammed Ali Dawud, Mulugeta Hayelom Kalayou, Yitbarek Wasihun, Toyeb Yasine, Tewoflos Ayalew, Mulugeta Desalegn Kasaye

“…Study participants were selected by using simple random sampling for the quantitative study, and purposive sampling was employed for qualitative study. …”
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Multilevel determinants of racial/ethnic disparities in severe maternal morbidity and mortality in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic in the USA: protocol for a concurrent triang... by Bankole Olatosi, Jiajia Zhang, Xiaoming Li, Chen Liang, Jihong Liu, Peiyin Hung, Shan Qiao, Berry A Campbell, Myriam E Torres, Neset Hikmet

“…We will use a convergent parallel design which includes a quantitative analysis of data from the 2018–2021 SC Pregnancy Risk Assessment and Monitoring System (unweighted n&gt;2000) and in-depth interviews of 40 postpartum women and 10 maternal care providers to identify distinct mediating pathways.Ethics and dissemination The study was approved by institutional review boards at the University of SC (Pro00115169) and the SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC IRB.21-030). …”
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Patient-centeredness and determinant factors of palliative care service for adult cancer patients in public hospitals of addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2024: cross-sectional mixed method s... by Muday Beneberu, Getachew Teshale, Kaleb Assegid Demissie, Endalkachew Dellie, Melak Jejaw, Asmamaw Atnafu

“…A total of 407 adult cancer patients, 7 key informant interviews and five in-depth interviews were included. …”
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Assessing HIV treatment literacy among men living with HIV in Mozambique: a mixed-methods study to identify insights, gaps and impact from the ‘Somos Iguais’ campaign by Marcos Chissano, Paul Bouanchaud, Mercy Murire, Nina Hasen, Montague Hermann, Micaela Rodrigrues, Yolanda Chongo

“…This study was conducted in Maputo, Nampula and Sofala provinces.Participants The study comprised 10 focus group discussions with MLHIV aged 18–35 years and 58 indepth interviews with MLHIV aged 15–35 years across diverse subpopulations. …”
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Evaluation of combined multi-chamber with compounded bags and multi-chamber bags only for British adults on home parenteral nutrition: A mixed methods pilot study by Karen Allsopp, Simon Lal, Anne Marie Sowerbutts, Debra Jones, Michael Taylor, Simon Harrison, Arun Abraham, Kirstine Farrer, Gavin Leahy, Antje Teubner, Sorrel Burden

“…Data were gathered at baseline and 180 days post-discharge. Patients were interviewed about their lived experiences and completed a QoL questionnaire. …”
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Designing an AI-Enhanced Public Health Care Platform for the Rapidly Aging Population in South Korea: Protocol for a Mixed Methods Study Based on the Design Thinking Approach by Jeongone Seo

“…MethodsThis mixed methods study will integrate qualitative and quantitative research within a design thinking framework, progressing through 3 operational phases: empathize and define, ideate, and prototype and test. …”
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Women's knowledge and attitudes toward female genital mutilation and associated factors in Diguna Fango, a rural district in southern Ethiopia: a community-based mixed study by Tamirat Beyene Gerete, Asresash Demissie, Enatfenta Sewmehone, Wubishet Gezimu, Wubishet Gezimu

“…It was conducted from May 20, 2023, to June 30, 2023, among 821 participants selected using a multistage sampling technique. The quantitative data were collected using a structured interviewer-administered questionnaire. …”
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User Experience of and Adherence to a Smartphone App to Maintain Behavior Change and Self-Management in Patients With Work-Related Skin Diseases: Multistep, Single-Arm Feasibility... by Nele Ristow, Annika Wilke, Christoph Skudlik, Swen Malte John, Michaela Ludewig

“…We developed a maintenance program consisting of the Mein Hautschutz im Alltag (MiA; “My skin protection in everyday life”) app combined with an individual face-to-face goal-setting interview to support patients in the implementation of skin protection behavior after inpatient rehabilitation. …”
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A Chatbot-Based Version of a World Health Organization–Validated Intervention (Self-Help Plus) for Stress Management in Pregnant Women: Protocol for a Usability Study by Silvia Rizzi, Valentina Fietta, Lorenzo Gios, Stefania Poggianella, Maria Chiara Pavesi, Chiara De Luca, Debora Marroni, Claudia Paoli, Anna Gianatti, Barbara Burlon, Vanda Chiodega, Barbara Endrizzi, Angela Giordano, Francesca Biagioli, Veronica Albertini, Marianna Purgato, Corrado Barbui, Chiara Guella, Erik Gadotti, Stefano Forti, Fabrizio Taddei

“…Usability and engagement are assessed using the System Usability Scale, Chatbot Usability Questionnaire, User Engagement Scale-Short Form, and the User Mobile Rating Scale. Moreover, other quantitative outcome measures include levels of stress, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, psychological flexibility, coping strategies, self-efficacy, and overall well-being, along with qualitative data from semistructured interviews. …”
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Investigating the Quality of Waiting Time and Visits of Patients Referring to Comprehensive Health Centers using the Structure, Process, and Outcome Standards: A Case Study of Nort... by Maysam Yousefi, Eshrati Ali Asghar, Andisheh Eslami, Milad Mehri, Anahita Behzadi

“…In the qualitative phase, using purposive sampling and semi-structured interviews, factors influencing waiting times and consultation durations based on physicians’ perspectives were examined. …”
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Longer sitting times and bulk amounts of rice intake are associated with the increased risks of metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver diseases (MAFLD): A case-control study by Shahinul Alam, Mahbuba Kawser, Saif Uddin Nisar Ahmed, Md Mahabubul Alam, Md Saiful Islam, Shayla Nasrin

“…Quantitative approaches, such as interviews, were applied to measure dietary practices and physical activity levels. …”
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Delays in health care seeking for diarrheal disease and associated factors among caregivers of under five children in health centers of northwest Ethiopia: a mixed-method study by Asnakech Marew, Zenebe Jebero Zaza, Shiferaw Birhanu, Amare Belachew, Tsehaynew Kasse

“…Quantitative data were collected from 374 participants who were selected by systematic random sampling using a structured interviewer-administered questionnaire and chart review. …”
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Optimizing the Measurement of Information on the Context of Alcohol Consumption Within the Drink Less App Among People Drinking at Increasing and Higher Risk Levels: Mixed-Methods... by Abigail K Stevely, Claire Garnett, John Holmes, Andrew Jones, Larisa Dinu, Melissa Oldham

“…We assessed engagement and data quality with app data, usability with a validated questionnaire, and acceptability with semistructured interviews. ResultsQuantitative findings on engagement, data quality, and app usability were good overall, with participants using the app on most days (tags: mean 12.23, SD 2.46 days; occasion type: mean 12.39, SD 2.12 days). …”
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