Uncovering women's healthcare access challenges in low- and middle-income countries using mixed effects modelling approach: Insights for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals... by Bewuketu Terefe, Belayneh Shetie Workneh, Gebreeyesus Abera Zeleke, Enyew Getaneh Mekonen, Alebachew Ferede Zegeye, Agazhe Aemro, Berhan Tekeba, Tadesse Tarik Tamir, Mulugeta Wassie, Mohammed Seid Ali

“…This study used Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) data from 61 LMICs between 2010-2023 to identify women's healthcare access challenges.<h4>Methods</h4>This study used data from the DHS conducted in 61 LMICs to identify women's healthcare access challenges from 2010 to 2023. …”
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Latent profile analysis of fear of progression in Chinese hematologic malignancy survivors by Yating Liu, Qianqian Zhang, Jinying Zhao, Tiantian Zhang, Fei Tian, Zhixin Wang, Zhuli Shao, Xiaobin Li, Wenjun Xie, Fan Yang, Qiuyan Li, Junjie Li

“…To gather multidimensional data from the Fear of Progression Questionnaire-Short Form (FoP-Q-SF), the Brief Illness Perception Questionnaire (BIPQ), the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), the Family Hardiness Index (FHI), and the EuroQol-Visual Analogue Scale (EQ-VAS), we performed a questionnaire-based cross-sectional study on 455 survivors with HM. The statistical method included latent profile analysis (LPA) and multivariate logistic regression. …”
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Unravelling the prognostic and operative role of intratumoural microbiota in non‐small cell lung cancer: Insights from 16S rRNA and RNA sequencing by Fuling Mao, Zixuan Hu, Ruifeng Shi, Hongbing Zhang, Zihe Zhang, Yongwen Li, Xuanguang Li, Penghu Gao, Jinhui Li, Minghui Liu, Hongyu Liu, Jun Chen

“…Results In comparing different sample types, we identified more pronounced beta diversity disparity between NSCLC, lung squamous cell carcinoma (LUSC) and corresponding paired normal tissues. …”
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Maternal Clostridium butyricum supplementation during late gestation and lactation enhances gut bacterial communities, milk quality, and reduces piglet diarrhea by Morakot Nuntapaitoon, Piraya Chatthanathon, Matanee Palasuk, Alisa Wilantho, Jakavat Ruampatana, Sissades Tongsima, Sarn Settachaimongkon, Naraporn Somboonna

“…This study thereby investigated the effects of probiotic supplementation on sow gut (feces) microbiota and their potential microbial metabolisms. Methods: Sow and litter performances, including milk compositions and incidences of piglet diarrhea, were recorded from farrowing to weaning of control- supplemented vs. probiotic-supplemented sows. …”
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Formation and Characterization of Xylitol-Modified Glycidyl Methacrylate-<i>co</i>-Ethyl Methacrylate Matrices for Controlled Release of Antimicrobial Compounds by Adam Chyzy, Przemysław Gnatowski, Edyta Piłat, Maciej Sienkiewicz, Katarzyna Wozniak, Marta Wojnicka, Krzysztof Brzezinski, Marta E. Plonska-Brzezinska

“…For this reason, developing methods for eradicating pathogens from wounds is a challenging medical issue. …”
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Determinants of attendance in antenatal care clinics in rural settings in Mali and Burkina Faso: a cross-sectional study by Joel D. Bognini, Kadiatou Koita, Jean-Baptiste N’takpe, Biébo Bihoun, Mahamadou Dembélé, Oumou Coulibaly, Toussaint Rouamba, Efundem Agboraw, Sirima Traoré, Dario Scaramuzzi, Eve Worrall, Jenny Hill, Kassoum Kayentao, Halidou Tinto, Valérie Briand

“…To anticipate possible obstacles to the implementation of the new recommendations, this study aimed to identify the individual determinants of ANC attendance in two study districts, with a representative sample of women recruited from the community. Methods Data were collected in June 2022 through a three-stage household survey with a representative sample of women who delivered in the previous 12 months in the health districts of Kangaba (Mali) and Boussé (Burkina Faso). …”
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A comprehensive analysis of the genomic and proteomic profiles of a megalocytivirus isolated from Larimichthys crocea by Xiaodong Liu, Xiaodong Liu, Hongshu Chi, Hongshu Chi, Xixi Yang, Xixi Yang, Zaiyu Zheng, Zaiyu Zheng, Chunhua Zhu, Yunkun Wu, Yunkun Wu, Wei-Jen Chang, Hui Gong, Hui Gong, Hui Gong

“…However, both studies were conducted more than 10 years ago. To further investigate the pathogenesis of megalocytivirus, we sequenced the genome of the viral strain FD201807 isolated from L. crocea, and conducted a proteomics analysis.MethodsViral DNA was sequenced using the Illumina HiSeq 2000 platform. …”
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Mitochondrial Sensitivity to Submaximal [ADP] Following Bed Rest: A Novel Two‐Phase Approach Associated With Fibre Types by Lucrezia Zuccarelli, Maria De Martino, Antonio Filippi, Alice E. Knapton, Benjamin D. Thackray, Giovanni Baldassarre, Boštjan Šimunič, Rado Pišot, Giuseppe Sirago, Elena Monti, Marco Narici, Miriam Isola, Andrew J. Murray, Giovanna Lippe, Bruno Grassi

“…The aim of this study was to evaluate mitochondrial sensitivity to submaximal [ADP] by an alternative approach aimed at identifying responses associated with fibre type composition. Methods Isolated permeabilized vastus lateralis fibres were analysed by high‐resolution respirometry in 9 young males before and after a 10‐day horizontal bed rest. …”
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Gender Differences for the Associations among Housework, Self-Stigma, and Psychiatric Symptoms among Community Severe Mental Disorder Patients by Li Q, Xu M, Chen Y, Su X, Zhong Y, Wang M, Sun L

“…Considering gender differences, we examined the relationship between housework, self-stigma, and psychiatric symptoms to link family, social, and disease factors, aiding rehabilitation from a “life-oriented” perspective, promoting patients from “passive treatment” to “active life reconstruction”.Patients and Methods: We collected 486 questionnaires from SMI patients in Shandong, China (210 men, 276 women, 124 in 0– 40 age group, 244 in 41– 64 age group, and 118 in 65 or older age group). …”
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Phase I Pharmacokinetics Study of Drug «COVID-globulin» (Specific Human Immunoglobulin Against COVID-19) by T. I. Smolyanova, N. S. Bagaeva, M. A. Kolganova, I. E. Shohin, A. M. Nikolaeva, T. V. Vyaznikova, A. A. Pankratova, E. A. Bykova

“…In this aspect, the use of a human immunoglobulin G preparation containing specific antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 ("COVID-globulin") appears to be safer and more effective.Aim. The aim is pharmacokinetics study of drug "COVID-globulin" (specific human immunoglobulin against COVID-19, solution for infusions, not less than 160 anti-COVID units/mL (ACU/mL), JSC "NPO Microgen", owner of the registration certificate of JSC "Natsibio", Russia), in addition to standard therapy for the treatment of patients with middle-grade COVID-19.Materials and methods. …”
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C-Reactive Protein Monitoring Identifies Urinary Tract Infections in Ambulatory Kidney Transplant Recipients by Emily Wang, Abdelhamid Aboghanem, Niki Dacouris, Lindita Rapi, Sami Mahmud, Weiqiu Yuan, Rosane Nisenbaum, Michelle M. Nash, G. V. Ramesh Prasad

“…Measurements: Patient demographics, urine cultures, CRP, and kidney function during the first posttransplant year. Methods: We identified a cohort of KTR transplanted between January 1, 2016, and December 31, 2019. …”
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Integrating local malaria molecular monitoring into regular malaria indicator surveys on Bioko Island: high association between urban communities and low-density infections by Thomas C. Stabler, Salome Hosch, Elizabeth Nyakarungu, Johanna Nouria Giger, Monserrat Kobe Elonga, Rosalia Nzang Bibang, Victoria Mangue Ndong, Ilda Elobe Mometolo, Alejandro Lopelo Bolopa, Rosa Maria Oko Bedoung, Jose Raso Bijeri, Esperanza Willy Roka, Ana Gertrudis Nguema, Victoria Palacios Ichinda, Salvador Bakale, Cristina Nka Esokolete, Matilde Riloha Rivas, David S. Galick, Wonder Philip Phiri, Carlos A. Guerra, Guillermo A. García, Luca Montemartini, Tobias Schindler, Joana C. Silva, Claudia Daubenberger

“…Methods The study utilized a combination of RDTs and the DiaxxoPCR device for molecular monitoring. …”
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Candida and Bacterial Skin Colonisation of Critically-ill Patients in Two Tertiary Healthcare Facilities in Zambia by Prof Geoffrey Kwenda, Dr John Mwaba, Ms Chalwe Sokoni, Mr Christone Kaile, Ms Faith Kabansa, Mr Darlingtone Mwenya, Ms Tshiama Mirriam Mwamba, Ms Ruth Mpembe, Dr Sabelle Jallow, Ms Rudzani Mashau, Prof Nelesh Govender, Miss Chalwe Sokoni

“…This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of Candida and bacterial colonisation in critically ill patients in Zambia. Methods: In a Point-prevalence survey (PPS) for Candida and bacterial skin colonisation conducted on October 2 and 3, 2023, skin swab samples (composite axilla/groin) were collected from critically-ill patients who were admitted for at least 48 hours to two tertiary hospitals in Zambia. …”
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Mechanistic Insights into Shenzhuo Formula for Diabetic Retinopathy: Integrating UPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS, Network Pharmacology, Single-Cell RNA Sequencing Data, and Experimental Validatio... by Zang X, Zhang L, Ma J, Wang A, Ding L, Wang Y, Sun J, Li J, Hang X, Li X, Zhao L

“…Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop safer and more effective therapeutic strategies for early-stage DR. …”
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Role of LncRNA in Trauma Susceptibility and Resilience to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): A Pilot Study in the African American Population by Sadhukhan T, Rai N, Misiak-Christian M, Hipolito MMS, Sadhukhan S, Shelby M, Mejía Mondragón CI, Idowu A, Gondringer A, Kalejaiye A, Li J, Islam MN, Ressom HW, Nwulia EA

“…Further evaluation of the relationship between these differentially expressed lncRNAs and PTSD should be conducted with larger samples and more diverse cohorts.Keywords: PTSD, lncRNA, CYP1B1-AS1, SLC7A11-AS1, NFAT5…”
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Carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic hazards associated with trace elements and organochlorines from fish consumption in tropical river watershed by D. Dwiyitno, F. Ariyani, G.R. Barokah, D. Yogaswara, R. Grandiosa, E. Frimawaty, H.E. Irianto, Y. Sani

“…This study is important as the rapid development of population and industrial activities along Citarum Watershed has contributed to domestic waste production, agricultural run-off, and industrial emissions that could leak into the river watershed.METHODS: This risk assessment was conducted based on the framework according to the Codex Alimentarius Commission. …”
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QUALITY CONTROL EVALUATION OF LEUCODEPLETED RED BLOOD CELL COMPONENTS PREPARATION WITH TOP AND BOTTOM TECHNIQUE IN GSH BLOOD BANK IN SAO PAULO, BRAZIL by MS Aline, Akil-Fabiana, R Eduardo, AD Santos-Janaina, F Felipe, S Paula, García-Rebecca, Vianna-Thiago, Frontier-Ludwig, Moreno-Dalia

“…Objectives: To evaluate the quality of leukodepleted red cell concentrates (LD-RCC) obtained with top and bottom systems from the whole blood collected and processed in the GSH blood bank Sao Paulo, during 22 – 26 April 2024, verifying local and the European Directorate for the Quality of Medicines &amp; HealthCare (EDQM) Blood Guide. Material and methods: The study was performed following European guidelines for blood processing during collection day, after resting at 22°C. …”
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Prognostic value of plasma biomarkers for informing clinical trial design in mild-to-moderate Alzheimer’s disease by Yuqi Qiu, Diane M. Jacobs, Karen Messer, David P. Salmon, Cheryl L. Wellington, Sophie Stukas, Carolyn Revta, James B. Brewer, Gabriel C. Léger, Brianna Askew, Lia Donahue, Stephen Kaplita, Vladimir Coric, Irfan A. Qureshi, Howard H. Feldman, The Alzheimer’s Disease Cooperative Study T2 Protect AD Study Group

“…Modeling of biomarker-informed power calculations revealed that including high NfL as a trial entry criterion could substantially reduce requisite trial sample size. Conclusions Elevated baseline plasma NfL predicted more rapid clinical decline and MRI volume loss. …”
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Correlation between interleukins in aqueous humor and vitreous humor of vitreoretinal lymphoma patients by Yurun Liu, Xinyi Zhou, Kaiyu Zhang, Shixue Liu, Ruiwen Li, Yifan Gong, Zhujian Wang, Tingting Jiang, Ting Zhang, Gezhi Xu, Junxiang Gu, Qing Chang

“…Methods This was a case series study. Reviewed were consecutive biopsy-proven B-cell VRL cases of which adequate paired AqH and VH samples were obtained for the measurement of interleukin 10 (IL-10) and interleukin 6 (IL-6). …”
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Healthcare Workers and Nonhealthcare Workers Pro-Vaccination Attitude and Its Associated Factors towards COVID-19 Vaccine Globally: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Addisu Dabi Wake

“…The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis were to determine the global pro-vaccination attitude and associated factors towards COVID-19 vaccine among healthcare workers (HCWs) and nonhealthcare workers (non-HCWs). Methods. Different databases such as PubMed, Scopus, EMBASE, and Google Scholar were used. …”
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