Recrudescence of measles cases in children under 5 years of age and associated factors in the health district of Logbaba, Cameroon: an unpaired case-control study by Florence Irita, Godfroy Rostant Pokam Djoko, Kelly Cynthia Fodom Tchogang, Joseph Raphael Moyo Tachoum, Annick Suzanne Mbazoa Mbou, Paule Dorcas Ngankeu Tooua, Gwladys Kamwa Tchiemou, Vanel Dongpe Zanbou, Monique Amor Yossa

“…The results underline the importance of targeted interventions, such as raising awareness of vaccination, improving access to nutrition and hygiene, and community-based prevention programs. …”
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Global, regional, and national burden of colorectal cancer in the elderly (aged > 60 years): a comprehensive analysis across 204 countries and territories (1990–2021)​ by Shiyin Luo, Jichun Gong, Youwen Zhu, Liqun Wang, Kun Zhang

“…Investigating the global epidemiological trends of colorectal cancer in elderly patients can aid in developing targeted prevention and control measures. …”
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Management status and influencing factors of disease stabilization in patients with severe mental disorders in Luzhou City， Sichuan Province by Zhang Xuemei, Li Bo, Cai Benjing, Tan Youguo, Xiang Bo, He Jing, Jiang Qidong, Tang Jian

“…However， credible evidence regarding the current status of disease management and factors influencing disease stabilization among patients with severe mental disorders in Luzhou City， Sichuan Province， remains limited.ObjectiveTo investigate the current management status of patients with severe mental disorders in Luzhou City， Sichuan Province， and to analyze influencing factors of disease stabilization among patients under standardized care， so as to provide evidence-based insights for developing targeted management strategies to optimize clinical interventions for this patient population.MethodsIn March 2023， data were extracted from the Sichuan Mental Health Service Comprehensive Management Platform for patients with severe mental disorders in Luzhou City who received management between December 2017 and December 2022. …”
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The circulating plasma microRNA signature in human visceral leishmaniasis by Ritirupa Roy, Cinthia L. Hudachek, Shashi Bhushan Chauhan, Shashi Kumar, Awnish Kumar, Bayan Zhanbolat, Madhukar Rai, Rajiv Kumar, Shyam Sundar, Mary E. Wilson

“…We compared these to plasma microRNAs of healthy control individuals from the same endemic villages. miRNAs hsa-miR-223-3p, hsa-miR-191-5p, hsa-miR-23a-3p, and hsa-1285-5p were significantly higher in the plasma samples from patients with VL compared to either PKDL or endemic controls. Prediction programs highlighted potential mRNA targeted by these miRNAs, among which we verified the down-modulation of several transcripts belonging to the NFκB and NLRP3 inflammasome pathways in circulating leukocytes of VL patients. …”
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Assessment of factors influencing job satisfaction among healthcare workers' in public hospitals in Nairobi County, Kenya by Lifuleze CM, Muhonja FH, Muchiri J

“…This study recommends that employers should come up with clear guidelines on rewards such as merit-based promotions, training, and development opportunities through programs such as in-service training and compensation for extra training that HCWs incur expenses for, and more resources should be invested towards the construction of more hospital spaces and improving the quality of the available hospital spaces. …”
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Transprofessional education in the student discourse: Demand, expectations, risks by A. N. Pinchuk, S. G. Karepova, D. A. Tikhomirov

“…At the first stage of the study, on the basis of a target sample, 1357 students, who are studying various educational programs of the social and humanitarian profile of the bachelor’s degree and master’s degree, were interviewed. …”
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Neuronal CDK5RAP3 deficiency leads to encephalo-dysplasia via upregulation of N-glycosylases and glycogen deposition by Fanghui Chen, Minghui Xiang, Zhipeng Wang, Fan Yang, Junzhi Zhou, Zihan Deng, Susu Wang, Ping Li, Jieqi Tew, Wei Zhang, Honglin Li, Yong Teng, Xiaobin Zhu, Yafei Cai

“…This study underscores the indispensable role of CDK5RAP3 in neuronal development and sheds new light on drug discovery endeavors targeting early brain abnormalities.…”
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Predicting high-need high-cost pediatric hospitalized patients in China based on machine learning methods by Peng Zhang, Bifan Zhu, Xing Chen, Linan Wang

“…Abstract Rapidly increasing healthcare spending globally is significantly driven by high-need, high-cost (HNHC) patients, who account for the top 5% of annual healthcare costs but over half of total expenditures. The programs targeting existing HNHC patients have shown limited long-term impact, and research predicting HNHC pediatric patients in China is limited. …”
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Prevalence and Pattern of Self‐Harm Among University Students in Dhaka: A Cross‐Sectional Study by Abdullah Muhammad Fariduzzaman, Zunayed Al Azdi, Sayedul Ashraf Kushal, Yahia Md Amin, Krishna Roy, Jhowhar Datta, Erina Tabassum, Jhunu Shamsun Nahar

“…Conclusion This study highlights the critical need for customized mental health programs targeting university students in Dhaka. The identified prevalence and influencing factors provide a foundation for future research and support the development of evidence‐based strategies to reduce self‐harm and promote overall mental well‐being on campus.…”
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The impact of gut microbiota on the occurrence, treatment, and prognosis of ischemic stroke by Liying Chen, Xi Wang, Shiqi Wang, Weili Liu, Zhangyong Song, Huiling Liao

“…Overall, this paper seeks to provide key strategies for the treatment and management of IS, advocating for healthy diets and health programs for individuals. Meanwhile, it may offer a new perspective on the future interdisciplinary development of neurology, microbiology and nutrition.…”
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Use of Postpartum Care: Predictors and Barriers by Jessica N. DiBari, Stella M. Yu, Shin M. Chao, Michael C. Lu

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An examination of veterinarians’ negotiation of emotional labor by Lynsey K. Romo, April A. Kedrowicz, Katelin A. Mueller, Colin Mayhorn

“…This study largely supports the claim that emotional labor may be worsening some vets’ preexisting stressors and mental health struggles and recommends that veterinary programs universally incorporate training that targets development of interpersonal communication competence, emotional labor, and wellbeing and their ability to decompress backstage.…”
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Optimizing screening procedures for early detection of glycemic disorders by Inna Vladimirovna Misnikova, Alexander Vasil'evich Dreval, Yulia Alexandrovna Kovaleva, Valeria Alekseevna Gubkina, Tatiana Sergeevna Lakeeva

“…Individuals considered at high risk for development of T2DM were referred to specialized educational programs. …”
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Home-based nurturing care practices for children under five with low socioeconomic position in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. by Adrianne Katrina Nelson, Laura Sánchez-Vincitore, Melanie Patricia Frias, Michelle Marie Susana, Carl Kendall, Katherine Theall, Martha Vibbert, Heidi Luft, Arachu Castro

“…<h4>Conclusion</h4>Findings highlight the need for parenting programs that build on strengths such as child-to-child social interaction and provide parents with opportunities to develop knowledge and skills to provide early learning opportunities. …”
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Information and communication technology-based health interventions for transgender people: A scoping review. by Horas T H Wong, Sujith Kumar Prankumar, Jialiang Cui, Christopher Tumwine, Isaac Yeboah Addo, Wansang Kan, Muhammad Naveed Noor

“…The findings of this review suggest that transgender people had often been regarded as a small subsample in ICT-based health projects that target other population groups (such as 'men who have sex with men' or 'sexual minority'). …”
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Sparse testing designs for optimizing resource allocation in multi‐environment cassava breeding trials by Nelson Lubanga, Beatrice E. Ifie, Reyna Persa, Ibnou Dieng, Ismail Yusuf Rabbi, Diego Jarquin

“…However, the high phenotyping costs often limit the capacity to evaluate genotypes in all the target environments. Our main objective was to explore the potential of implementing sparse testing in cassava breeding programs to reduce the cost of phenotyping in METs. …”
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The influence of social support and empowerment on physical exercise behavior in university students: A self-determination theory perspective by Jianglin Huang, Qiaoqiao Lv, Xiaojin Zeng

“…Practical implications suggest multi-level interventions targeting peer-supported communities (Cohen's d = 0.72), empowerment curricula with autonomy-supportive feedback (d = 0.65), and relationship counseling (d = 0.68) could achieve comparable outcomes to established exercise programs. …”
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Key determinants in implementation processes: a systematic review using the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR) by Marin Schmitt, Maren Hawkins, Paul Florsheim

“…Identification of key determinants, or those found to play the biggest role in the implementation process more frequently, may assist in guiding implementation of health programs and services. Damschroder & Lowery (2013) developed a rating system to assess which Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR) constructs have the strongest impact on implementation. …”
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Factors driving minimal focal species response to the implementation of habitat guidelines on private lands by Dakotah R Shaffer, Darin J McNeil, Luke F Gray, Joseph E Duchamp, Jeffery L Larkin

“…Effective conservation of breeding habitat for migratory birds benefits from the development and use of science-based management guidelines. …”
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Innovative aspects of customer relationship management in an ecosystem marketing environment by O. V. Godina, L. S. Maksimenko, Yu. V. Alekseenko, D. A. Kolominskaya

“…Examining the specifics of ecosystem marketing makes it possible to develop effective customer relationship management tools and a robust foundation for cultivating customer loyalty. …”
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