Pay-it-forward and social network distribution to increase doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis uptake among men who have sex with men and transgender women in China: study protoc... by Weiming Tang, Cheng Wang, Joseph D Tucker, Thomas Fitzpatrick, Peizhen Zhao, Shujie Huang, Peng Liang, Wenqian Xu, Ann Marie Weideman, Kimberly Enders

“…Date of registration: 18 August 2023.…”
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Methods of experimental evaluation of lateral forces (review) by A. M. Brzhezovskiy

“…Current trends of improving registration system of lateral forces, including ways to "continuous" registration of the lateral forces are shown. …”
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Traditional herbal medicine legislative and regulatory framework: a cross-sectional quantitative study and archival review perspectives by Sileshi Dubale, Rashed Edris Usure, Yesuneh Tefera Mekasha, Gemmechu Hasen, Firdos Hafiz, Dereje Kebebe, Sultan Suleman

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School-based intervention study examining approaches for well-being and mental health literacy of pupils in Year 9 in England: study protocol for a multischool, parallel group clus... by Jessica Deighton, Emily Stapley, Neil Humphrey, João Santos, Praveetha Patalay, Jan Rasmus Boehnke, Anna Moore, Paul Stallard, Daniel Hayes, Rosie Mansfield, Emma Ashworth, Eva Bonin, Sara Evans-Lacko, Bettina Moltrecht, Abigail Thompson, Kirsty Nisbet, Emma Thornton, Aurelie Lange

“…Findings will be published in a report to the Department for Education, in peer-reviewed journals and at conferences.Trial registration number ISRCTN17631228.Protocol V1 3 January 2019. …”
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Does a complex intervention targeting communities, health facilities and district health managers increase the utilisation of community-based child health services? A before and af... by Joanna Schellenberg, Della Berhanu, Lars Åke Persson, Muluemebet Abera Wordofa, Araya Abrha Medhanyie, Fisseha Ashebir Gebregizabher, Habtamu Beyene, Ephrem Tekle Lemango, Abebe Bekele, Theodros Getachew, Mezgebu Yitayal, Yemisrach Behailu Okwaraji, Atkure Defar, Fitsum W/Gebriel, Alem Desta, Dawit Wolde Daka, Alemayehu Hunduma, Tigist Getahun, Amare Tariku Woldemariam, Desta Wolassa

“…Future funding schemes should take into consideration that complex interventions that include behaviour change may need an extended implementation period.Trial registration number ISRCTN12040912.…”
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Application of 6S management mode based on digital QR code technology in the management of ICU instruments and equipment (基于数字化二维码技术的6S管理模式在ICU仪器设备管理中的应用)... by WANG Zhuan (王转), HE Yanxia (贺艳霞), ZHANG Juan (张娟)

“…Two time periods were selected, from January 2021 to December 2021 (before implementation) and from January 2022 to December 2022 (after implementing the 6S management model based on digital QR code technology). …”
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Navigating family-witnessed resuscitation in hospitals: content analysis of free-text survey data by Annette Waldemar, Ingela Thylén

“…Background: Although international guidelines advocate family-witnessed resuscitation, its implementation varies considerably across countries. Clinical practice is often shaped by healthcare professionals’ personal beliefs and preferences, rather than standardised practice or evidence-based protocols. …”
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Evaluation of a telehealth service to support breast cancer prevention medication uptake: a protocol of a mixed methods study by Tim Spelman, Stephanie Best, Christobel Saunders, Paul A James, Sarah Latham, Louise A Keogh, Sarah Mason, Katrina Louise West, Wanda Cui, Sabine Deij, Sandy Minck, Catherine Poliness, Greg Wheeler, Kelly Anne Phillips

“…Research findings will be disseminated at scientific meetings and in peer-reviewed journals.Trial registration number ISRCTN15718519.…”
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Recommendations for a core assessment set for neurological physiotherapy entry-level education in Austria - a multistage process including a Delphi study by Andrea Greisberger, Meike Klinger, Anna Dopona, Manuela Riegler, Veronika Müller, Agnes Wilhelm, Theres Wess, Annette Nägele, Hannes Aftenberger, Katharina Kurz, Barbara Seebacher

“…The developed educational materials support implementation and can serve as a resource for both students and practitioners. …”
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Identifying behaviour change techniques in school-based childhood obesity prevention interventions: a secondary analysis of a systematic review by Daniel C.W. Lee, Serene Yoong, Sam McCrabb, Brittany J. Johnson, Justin Presseau, Ashleigh Stuart, Kate M. O’Brien, Rebecca K. Hodder

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The outcomes of electronic personal health records in patients with heart failure or coronary artery disease by Kotaro Nochioka, Satoshi Yasuda, Takashi Shiroto, Saori Yamamoto, Haruka Sato, Yuhi Hasebe, Shigeo Godo, Makoto Nakano, Tomohiko Shindo, Kensuke Nishimiya, Kiyotaka Hao, Jun Takahashi, Keisuke Ido, Yoichi Kakuta, Hiroaki Shimizu, Hiroaki Shimokawa, Masaharu Nakayama

“…However, we observed positive indications of the benefits of PHR in these patients. Trial registration number UMIN000044369…”
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Population level effects of the active kids program on children and adolescents’ physical activity and sport participation in NSW, Australia by Katherine B. Owen, Bridget C. Foley, Lindsey J. Reece, William Bellew, Adrian Bauman

“…This study assesses trends in physical activity and sport participation in children and adolescents in NSW during its implementation to determine population level program effects. …”
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Reducing outpatient wait times through telemedicine: a systematic review and quantitative analysis by Tina Hernandez-Boussard, Claudio Passino, Michele Emdin, Sabina Nuti, Alberto Giannoni, Angelo Capodici, Francesca Noci, Stefano Dalmiani

“…Focusing on clinical specialties (n=114 042), the weighted mean reduction amounted to 34.7 days, while in surgical patients (n=156 346), telemedicine was associated with a weighted mean of 17.3 days saved.Conclusions The implementation of telemedicine solutions may significantly improve waiting times, potentially leading to more efficient and equitable healthcare systems.PROSPERO registration number CRD42023490822.…”
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A multidisciplinary approach to weight management and reproductive care: a retrospective cohort study on weight loss through personalized and patient-centered care by Samantha Schon, Jocelyn Spizman, Daria Stelmak, Mark Chames, Stacey Pilarz, Jamila Abdur-Rahman, Charley Jiang, Amal Othman, Marie Menke

“…Conclusions We describe the development and implementation of a multidisciplinary program for women with reproductive disorders and obesity seeking weight management. …”
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PEP4LEP study protocol: integrated skin screening and SDR-PEP administration for leprosy prevention: comparing the effectiveness and feasibility of a community-based intervention t... by Stephen E Mshana, Jan Hendrik Richardus, Liesbeth Mieras, Artur Manuel Muloliwa, Anne Schoenmakers, Thomas Hambridge, Robin van Wijk, Christa Kasang, Kidist Bobosha, Fernando Mitano, Ephrem Mamo, Abdoulaye Marega, Nelly Mwageni, Taye Letta, Deus Vedastus Kamara, Ahmed Mohammed Eman, Litos Raimundo, Blasdus Njako

“…Study results will be published open access in peer-reviewed journals, providing evidence for the implementation of innovative leprosy screening methods and chemoprophylaxis to policymakers.Trial registration number NL7294 (NTR7503).…”
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Qualitative insights from an online community-based exercise intervention for persons living with HIV by Francisco Ibáñez-Carrasco, Kiera McDuff, George Da Silva, Ahmed M. Bayoumi, Ahmed M. Bayoumi, Ahmed M. Bayoumi, Soo Chan Carusone, Mona Loutfy, Mona Loutfy, Mona Loutfy, Ada Tang, Puja Ahluwalia, Lisa Avery, Lisa Avery, Kelly K. O’Brien, Kelly K. O’Brien, Kelly K. O’Brien

“…We aimed to describe experiences implementing a community-based exercise (CBE) intervention with adults living with HIV.MethodsWe conducted a longitudinal qualitative descriptive study involving interviews with adults living with HIV and persons implementing an online tele-coaching CBE intervention. …”
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Effects of emergency obstetric care training on maternal and perinatal outcomes: a stepped wedge cluster randomised trial in South Africa by Karla Hemming, Barbara Madaj, Nynke van den Broek, J Moodley, Charles Ameh, Jennifer Makin, Sarah White, Robert Pattinson

“…This trial did not provide evidence that the intervention was effective in reducing adverse clinical outcomes, but demonstrates randomised evaluations are feasible in implementation research.Trial registration number ISRCTN11224105.…”
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Evidence-based general practice: a scoping review by Yu Cheng, Chuan Zou, Chaojie Liu, Yu Jia, Rong Yang, Yonggang Zhang, Jianjun Han, Yi Lei, Xiaoyang Liao

“…This definition provides a solid foundational framework for the development of EBGP guidelines and policies. Registration number https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/2UNX7 .…”
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Impacts of mandatory clinical ethics consultation on resource utilization and ethical conflicts in critically ill patients: a comparison between medical and surgical intensive care... by Yen-Ko Lin, Chao-Wen Chen, Yung-Sung Yeh, Chia-Ju Lin, Yu-Wen Huang, Yu-Chih Lin, Chau-Chyun Sheu

“…Trial registration The ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier is NCT04926610.…”
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Applying therapist-guided digital cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia in psychiatry: a mixed-methods process evaluation by J. E. Reesen, F. M. van de Kamer, A. E. van Keeken, S. L.C. Ikelaar, P. van Oppen, N. Batelaan, J. Lancee, E. J.W. van Someren, F. van Nassau

“…Trial registration Netherlands Trial Register (NL9776) registered on 07/10/2021.…”
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