Potential risk factors for methamphetamine use among inmates in a Japanese prison by Masahiko Takaya, Kiyoto Takigawa, Tetsuji Kawata

“…These results may provide valuable insights for supporting and protecting inmates with methamphetamine addiction as well as individuals at risk. Trial registration Not applicable.…”
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Mortality and Its Associated Factors among Hospitalized Heart Failure Patients : The Case of South West Ethiopia by Meiraf Daniel Meshesha, Robel Hussen Kabthymer, Mohammed Mecha Abafogi

“…An integrated approach to identify those who are at high risk and implementing specific treatment strategies is of great importance for a better outcome. …”
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High SARS-CoV-2 seroincidence but low excess COVID mortality in Sierra Leone in 2020-2022. by Ahmed Osman, Ashley Aimone, Rashid Ansumana, Isaac Bogoch, Hellen Gelband, Karen Colwill, Anne-Claude Gingras, Marc-André Langlois, Ronald Carshon-Marsh, Ibrahim Bob Swaray, Amara Jambai, Mohamed Vandi, Alimatu Vandi, Mohamed Massaquoi, Anteneh Assalif, H Chaim Birnboim, Patrick E Brown, Nico Nagelkerke, Prabhat Jha

“…While SARS-CoV-2 infection appears to have spread widely throughout Africa, documentation of associated mortality is limited. We implemented a representative serosurvey in one city of Sierra Leone in Western Africa, paired with nationally representative mortality and selected death registration data. …”
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Perioperative immunonutrition intervention on postoperative outcomes among gynecological cancer patients under enhanced recovery after surgery setting: A study protocol of explanat... by ChiouYi Ho, Zulfitri Azuan Mat Daud, Barakatun Nisak Mohd Yusof, Hazreen Abdul Majid

“…Patients' perceptions play a pivotal role in enhancing understanding of disease management and adherence to the intervention approach.<h4>Trial registration</h4>NCT06039306.…”
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Waist-to-Height Ratio as a predictor of cardiovascular and metabolic health in a pediatric population. by Per Morten Fredriksen, Asgeir Mamen, Nandu Goswami, Morten Lindberg

“…<h4>Trial registration</h4>Clinical Trial.gov. Identifier: NCT02495714. …”
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Managing collaboration between Traditional and Western health practitioners in mental health care, Limpopo province, South Africa by Nare J. Masola, Mpho Maotoana

“…The study aims to inform the Department of Health on implementing workable partnerships.…”
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From Hospital to Home: PT Griyakami's Marketing Strategy to Reach Home Care Customers by Neng Ima Rahmayanti, Eko Wulandari, Nur Hayati

“…Based on these findings, this study recommends that PT Griyakami implement a data-driven, multichannel marketing strategy, including: (1) development of a digital platform integrated with HMIS and registration features; (2) partnerships with midwives and BPJS to expand outreach; (3) flexible pricing models based on patient segmentation; and (4) structured performance monitoring using KPIs and customer satisfaction surveys. …”
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Using nasal povidone-iodine to prevent bloodstream infections and transmission of Staphylococcus aureus among haemodialysis patients: a stepped-wedge cluster randomised control tri... by Ana-Monica Racila

“…The study team will publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and make each accepted peer-reviewed manuscript publicly available.Trial registration number NCT04210505.…”
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Documentary support for preclinical studies <i>in vivo</i> in accordance with the principles of Good Laboratory Practice by S. V. Khodko, M. N. Makarova, V. G. Makarov

“…At the same time, proper registration of raw data is necessary to confirm the quality of the preclinical results obtained.AIM. …”
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PROTOCOL: the On Track 2.0 cluster randomized teacher-led intervention to support executive function and self-regulation by Anne Marie Kristensen, Steven P. Blurton, Signe Vangkilde

“…A multimodal and multi-informant approach to assessment, in addition to data on teacher adherence and platform use, will aid the insight into the efficacy of the intervention content and delivery.Trial registrationThe study has been registered at Open Science Framework on 22 January 2025.…”
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A systematic review and meta-analysis protocol on stunting and its determinants among school-age children (6-14years) in Ethiopia. by Setognal Birara Aychiluhm, Abay Woday Tadesse, Kusse Urmale Mare, Dessie Abebaw, Netsanet Worku

“…So, designing and implementing different nutritional strategies and promoting healthcare services is extremely mandatory to overcome stunting problems in the country. …”
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Comparison of open-skill and closed-skill exercises in improving the response inhibitory ability of the elderly: a protocol for a randomised controlled clinical trial by Zhang Jian, Liu Ke, Zhang Lanlan, Wei Jianing

“…The interventions for the table tennis group and the fit aerobics group will be implemented in three 60 min sessions per week for 6 months; the control group will receive no exercise intervention. …”
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Measuring. Monitoring. Management. Control by P.E. Gorshenin, T.V. Gorshenina, D.V. Popchenkov

“…Automation of the stand made it possible to achieve a reduction in the registration time of analog output signals during testing, increase the accuracy and reliability of temperature reproduction due to high-precision digital recording equipment, optimize the consumption of liquid nitrogen to reproduce the required temperature values.…”

Effects of whole-body vibration training on lower limb motor function and neural plasticity in patients with stroke: protocol for a randomised controlled clinical trial by Mingkai Zhang, Jianing Wei, Xueping Wu

“…The results of this study will be disseminated via publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at international conference.Trial registration number ChiCTR2200055143.…”
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Pre-service Teachers’ Motivations to Participate in the Near-Peer Mentoring Program by Busra Karga, Ilkem Ozdinc, Dilara Kara-zorluoglu, Gaye Ceyhan

“…Furthermore, the insights derived from this study can be crucial in designing and implementing effective near-peer mentoring programs at tertiary education levels, promising mutual benefits for both the mentor and the mentees.…”
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Ticagrelor vs Clopidogrel in addition to Aspirin in minor ischemic stroke/ transient ischemic attack-Protocol for a systematic review and network meta-analysis. by Gabriele Zitikyte, Danielle Carole Roy, Shan Dhaliwal, Ronda Lun, Brian Hutton, Risa Shorr, Dar Dowlatshahi

“…A Bayesian approach to NMA will be implemented using the BUGSnet function in R Software. …”
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Impact of joint commission international accreditation on occupational health and patient safety: A systematic review. by Anni Vuohijoki, Leena Ristolainen, Juhana Leppilahti, Sanna-Maria Kivivuori, Heikki Hurri

“…Moreover, studies regarding JCI accreditation and its impact on occupational health or patient safety are limited, thus warranting further investigations. PROSPERO registration number: CRD42021275665.…”
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Tuberculosis among refugees and migrant populations: Systematic review. by Abyot Meaza, Habteyes Hailu Tola, Kirubel Eshetu, Tedla Mindaye, Girmay Medhin, Balako Gumi

“…This implies the need to implement and improve TB prevention and control in refugees and migrant populations globally. …”
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Efficiency of the Photoluminescent Method for Monitoring the Homogeneity of Feed Mixtures in Animal Husbandry by M. V. Belyakov, E. A. Nikitin, I. Yu. Efremenkov

“…(Conclusions) The proposed method for assessing the quality of mixing the feed mixture components can be implemented using a compact spectral device. It was found that the use of the proposed method in the technological process of preparing the feed mixture will reduce the energy costs.…”
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N-SOFT SETS ASSOCIATION RULE AND ITS APPLICATION FOR PROMOTION STRATEGY IN DISTANCE EDUCATION by Fatia Fatimah, Selly Anastassia Amellia Kharis, Fauzan Ihza Fajar

“…Universitas Terbuka is a pioneer in distance education that implements digital transformation for new student registration, student services, and alums. …”
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