A mixed methods process evaluation of the implementation of a peer coaching intervention to improve the execution of preventive tasks by occupational physicians by S. Orhan Pees, S. H. van Oostrom, F. G. Schaafsma, K. I. Proper

“…Specifically, the evaluation seeks to: (1) describe the reach and uptake of the intervention program; (2) determine the extent to which the program was implemented as intended; (3) provide insights into experiences of OPs, and (4) identify factors influencing the implementation. …”
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Barriers to effective communication on adult vaccination: results of in-depth interviews with the population and healthcare professionals of the Arkhangelsk Oblast by M. V. Lopatina, E. A. Kriger, N. R. Nizovtseva, A. V. Kudryavtsev, V. A. Yakovleva, V. А. Zinovieva, E. V. Usova, A. V. Kontsevaya, O. M. Drapkina

“…Based on the World Health Organization approach to adapting immunization programs, a qualitative study was conducted in May-June 2024 in the Arkhangelsk region, including 18 semi-structured personal in-depth interviews on adult vaccination with two following target groups: adult population (n=12) and health workers (n=6). …”
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Phenomenological investigation of negative attitudes towards marriage in female students by Fariba Tabkhi, Marieh Dehghan Manshadi, Yasser Rezapour-Mirsaleh

“…Among the unmarried female students of the Islamic Azad University, Yazd branch, in the academic years 2023–2024, those who scored low on the Attitude towards Marriage Scale (J Divorce Remarriage 29:83–91, 1998) were selected for semi-structured interviews. Data collection continued until saturation was reached. …”
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Image Processing Application for Pluripotent Stem Cell Colony Migration Quantification by Timofey Chibyshev, Olga Krasnova, Alina Chabina, Vitaly V. Gursky, Irina Neganova, Konstantin Kozlov

“…Registration using discrete Fourier transform and tracking based on the solution of a linear assignment problem was implemented as console programs in the Python 3 programming language using a variety of packages. …”
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“Blood is thicker than water” - experiences and perspectives of family caregivers of people living with severe mental illness at Holy Water traditional healing sites, Addis Ababa,... by Yonas Baheretibeb, Dawit Wondimagegn, Lisa Andermann, Samuel Law

“…Informal assistance and mutual support form part of the culturally shaped support networks, but there are on-going challenges. Innovative programs with collaborative approach show some promise. …”
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Present status of buffalo breeding in Bangladesh by Md O. Faruque, Yi Zhang, Abdullah I. Omar, Takashi Amano

“…., Murrah/Nili-Ravi/ Italian Mediterranean buffalo under an intensive management system and 50% X Murrah/Nili-Ravi/Italian Mediterranean buffalo under a semi-intensive or extensive management system. Inter se mating programs involving outcrossing will be practiced in both systems. …”
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Patient Experience of Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease: Qualitative Patient and Clinician Interviews Informing the Development of a Conceptual Model by Jeffrey L. Bennett, Asha Paireddy, Charlotte Cox, Megan Mayhew, Julia Stein, Teresa Gasalla, Béatrice Tugaut

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Decision-makers’ perspectives on the implementation of COVID-19 self-testing in Mozambique by E. Mavume-Mangunyane, S. Issufo, S. Ndima, E. Valverde, R.R. Peregrino, B. Tasca, C. Penicela, I. Andrade, C. Botão, P.G. Malate, R. Powers, L. Tsope, L. Chimoyi, C. Mulder, I. Spruijt, S. Keller

“…National and provincial directors, heads of programs and division chiefs were selected as decision-makers. …”
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Supporting menstrual health in homeless services: provider-informed strategies for multilevel change by Emma Schnolis, Sofia Hrubiak, Anukriti Arora, Kinzie Gamaleldin, Rebecca Martinez, Risa Cromer, Yumary Ruiz, Natalia M. Rodriguez, Andrea L. DeMaria

“…., using the Social-Ecological Model (SEM) to identify multilevel barriers and opportunities for intervention. Methods We conducted semi-structured interviews with 12 SSPs and HCPs in Tippecanoe County, Indiana. …”
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Attendee's awareness about preventive chemotherapy neglected tropical diseases (PC-NTD) control during the first world neglected tropical diseases day in Ekiti State, Nigeria. by Hammed O Mogaji, Ikenna M Odoh, Concilia I Iyeh, Abdulhakeem A Adeniran, Segun I Oyedeji, Hilary I Okoh, Adedotun A Bayegun, Olaitan O Omitola, Cynthia U Umunnakwe, Francisca O Olamiju, Olatunwa J Olamiju, Uwem F Ekpo

“…<h4>Methodology</h4>A cross-sectional study involving the administration of pretested semi-structured questionnaires to consenting attendees at the Inaugural World NTD day event was conducted on the 30th January, 2020. …”
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Translation of bioethics across cultural borders: exploring the adoption of the four-principles approach in palliative care provision on the Chinese mainland by Shengyu Zhao, Giles Birchley, Richard Huxtable

“…Abstract Background The four-principles approach is widely incorporated into Chinese curricula and training programs in medicine. Notably, in the training of palliative care practitioners, the literature and the empirical evidence show that the principlist framework appears to be the sole ethical framework taught. …”
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Formation of Ethical Competences for AI Use in English Foreign Language Teachings by Clara Abisheva, Zina Koldasbaeva, Nazym Nossiyeva, Nazilya Irgebaeva, Аinash Aipova, Saule Doldinova, Samat Smoilov, Ryskeldy Aykenova, Lyazzat Umirzakova, Mapruza Idrissova

“…Using a mixed-methods approach, quantitative and qualitative data from survey and semi-structured interviews (further coded, and thematically analyzed) were collected from 60 English language teachers from different universities in Kazakhstan. …”
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Agenda-setting Policy Analysis on Iranian Physical Activity Promotion Policies: An application of Kingdon’s Multiple Streams Framework by Behrouz Fathi, Rahim Khodayari-Zarnaq, Sara Pourazavi, Haidar Nadrian, Ahmad Kousha

“…This study was conducted to analyze the process of change in the adoption of policies which aim at promoting PA in setting the policy agenda.Methods: This qualitative study was conducted using document reviews and semi-structured interviews. A total of 23 key informants from different sections of the policymaking process for PA promotion programs in Iran participated in the study. …”
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The influence of the hidden curriculum on the risk of burnout in junior doctors in a palliative medicine rotation – a qualitative exploratory study by Eng Koon Ong, Ranitha Govindasamy, Wen Shan Sim, Lalit Kumar Radha Krishna

“…This study can guide current and future research and programs that support wellbeing for junior doctors.…”
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Understanding the needs of family caregivers of stroke patients with disabilities: A phenomenological study using the timing it right theory. by Miaozhen Wang, Ke Wang, Bin Xie, Dan Liu, Lingling Song, Xing Cao, Yunhui Tong, Chenting Liu, Hongyu Fu, You Zhou, Qinqin Chen, Yan Zhu, Ling Zhu, Fangqun Cheng

“…Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and were analyzed thematically using NVivo 12 software. …”
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Facilitators and barriers in managing older chronic heart failure patients in community health care centers: a qualitative study of medical personnel's perspectives using the socio... by Yan Lou, Min Zhang, Yun Zou, Le Zhao, Yangfan Chen, Yongzhen Qiu

“…Understanding the current status of CHF management in CHCs can therefore be effective in reducing the disease burden of CHF.ObjectivesThis study evaluates the current state of CHF services in community healthcare facilities and identifies key facilitators and obstacles faced by medical personnel in China.MethodsThis interpretive study applied the social ecological model (SEM) and used a semi-structured interview guide for data collection. …”
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The Effects of Different Irrigation Scheduling Approaches on Seed Yield and Water Use Efficiencies of Cotton by Safiye Pınar Tunalı, Talih Gürbüz, Necdet Dağdelen, Selin Muradiye Akçay

“…In conclusion, although the pan evaporation approach with 100% treatment is suggested for cotton production in the parts of the Aegean region within the semi-arid climate zone, while water resources are sufficient. …”
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Effect of six weeks of Total Body Resistance Training (TRX) and oral intake of aqueous extract of mango leaves (Mangifera indica) on serum TNF-α level and body mass index in non-at... by Omid Mohammaddoost, Fateme Shabkhiz, Ali Akbar Nejad

“…These findings suggest valuable insights for implementing effective exercise programs aimed at addressing obesity in young men.…”
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Exploring Front-line nurses’ loyalty in Covid-19 Emergency wards: a Grounded Theory study Exploring Front-line nurses’ loyalty in Covid-19 Emergency wards: a Grounded Theory study... by Lara Pierboni, Domenica Gazineo, Riccardo Triani, Pamela Bagli, Lea Godino

“…Results. Analysis of 25 semi-structured interviews identified a theoretical model describing the process through which frontline nurses developed professional loyalty in Covid-19 wards. …”
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Impact of web-based breastfeeding education on breastfeeding self-efficacy and exclusive breastfeeding rates among primiparous mothers in iran: a quasi-experimental study by Samaneh Fallah-Karimi, Hassan Robabi, zahra Khalilzadeh-Farsangi

“…Methods This research was a semi-experimental study conducted with 70 primiparous women visiting healthcare centers in Zahedan city in 2024. …”
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