Association of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with gout risk: a cross-sectional analysis of NHANES 2007–2018 data emphasizing mixture effects by Haixin Feng, Siran Li, Shiqing Huang, Linxi He, Ruihao Huang, Renhuizi Wei, Xin Peng, Haiyi Yan, Chongxiang Xiong, Bingsong Zhang

“…Four PFAS compounds (PFOA, PFOS, PFHxS, PFNA) were measured. PFOS is the most prevalent PFAS in the environment, biota, and human tissues. …”
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Is joint hypermobility linked to self-reported non-recovery from COVID-19? Case–control evidence from the British COVID Symptom Study Biobank by Hugo D Critchley, Dorina Cadar, Claire J Steves, Kevin A Davies, Alan J Hakim, Nicholas Gall, Jessica A Eccles, Vicky Bowyer, Lisa Quadt, Nathan Cheetham

“…These individuals self-reported on recovery and completed a self-report questionnaire to detect GJH (Hakim and Grahame 5-part questionnaire, 5PQ).Main outcome measures The primary outcome was the presence of self-reported non-recovery from COVID-19 infection at the time of the survey. …”
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Effect of diet containing alfalfa (Medicago sativa) powder and leaf extract on hemolymph factors of western whiteleg shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) under low salinity stress by Kobra Babanejad Abkenar, Arash Akbarzadeh, Ahmad Noori, Mohammad Niroomand

“…Survival rates were recorded at the end of the feeding and stress period, and total and differential hemocyte counts were measured. Results: In non-stress conditions, the number of hemocytes in the control group was significantly lower compared to the other treatments. …”
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Health literacy status and associated factors among residents in Anhui Province, China: a cross-sectional study by Yuansheng Fu, Jianrong Xie, De Xu, Yuanrui Xia, Zhimin Wang, Yinguang Fan

“…Participants were selected using a multi-stage stratified random sampling method. HL was measured using the Chinese Citizen Health Literacy Questionnaire. …”
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Epidemics In The 21st Century: A Multifaceted Challenge by Shawana Sharif

“…The surge in non-communicable diseases, including obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular ailments, amplifies the burden on healthcare systems and demands multifaceted preventive measures. Amidst the convoluted landscape of epidemics, medical professionals confront an amalgamation of challenges. …”
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Preoperative Analgesia Efficacy of Liposomal Bupivacaine Following Pericapsular Nerve Group (PENG) Block in Patients with Hip Fracture: A Randomized Controlled Observer-Blinded Stu... by Haobin Peng, Jiajun Wen, Manli Chen, Zhengyuan Xia, Ying Jiang, Kaiqi Xie, Weitao Huang, Bangsheng Cui, Peixing Li, Yiwen Zhang, Xianping Wu

“…The primary outcome was the static and dynamic pain scores measured at 48 h post-block. Pain scores at 12, 24, 36, 60, and 72 h post-block, rescue analgesia rate, time to first opioid, additional morphine consumption, and adverse events were assessed as the secondary outcomes. …”
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The Method of Situation Analysis of International Relations as A Forecasting Tool Under Conditions of Transforming World Order by V. G. Baranovsky, I. Ya. Kobrinskaya, S. V. Utkin, B. E. Frumkin

“…The second is Russia’s adoption of trade restrictive measures in response to the "sanctions" from Western countries because of the Ukrainian crisis. …”
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Use of erectile dysfunction treatments after prostate cancer treatment and their perceived impact on men’s sex life: an analysis of patient reported outcome survey data by Megan Charlick, Tenaw Tiruye, Kerry Ettridge, Michael O’Callaghan, Alex Jay, Kerri Beckmann

“…Methods This retrospective cohort study included all men on the South Australian prostate cancer registry who completed one or more Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) survey from 2016 to 2023 (n = 5561). …”
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Integrative hydrologic modelling of soil and water conservation strategies: a SWAT-based evaluation of environmental resilience in the Merguellil watershed, Tunisia by Taoufik Hermassi, Fathia Jarray, Waad Tlili, Issam Achour, Mohamed Mechergui

“…This study investigates the impact of SWC measures on the hydrological dynamics of the Merguellil watershed, Central Tunisia. …”
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Faktor-faktor yang Memengaruhi Insiden Miopia Pada Siswa Sekolah Menengah Atas di Kota Padang by Martga Bella Rahimi, Yanwirasti , Kemala Sayuti

“…The process of data collection was conducted by initially classifying the respondents into case or control group using visual acuity test. It was followed by measuring body height and weight and filling the questionnaire.  …”
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Optical coherence tomography for examining retina in patients with HIV/TB coinfection by E.A. Burylova, A.P. Demin, S.N. Skornyakov, E.V. Sabadash

“…All patients underwent standard eye exam and OCT (iVue-100 v3.2, Optovue, USA) to measure peripapillary RNFL thickness, central macular thickness, and the first-order retinal vessel diameter (eight vessels).…”
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Ningaloo Marine Park management program best practice for whale shark (Rhincodon typus) conservation by Julian A. Tyne, Holly Raudino, Emily Lester, Gemma Francis, Peter Barnes, Kelly Waples

“…The Ningaloo Marine Park (NMP), Western Australia is one of those locations and a management program has been in place since 1993. Measuring the effectiveness of the management program is important to minimise potential impacts on the whale sharks. …”
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Suicidal ideation and suicide attempt among pregnant adolescent girls in Ghana: a cross-sectional study by Kwaku Oppong Asante, Emmanuel Nii-Boye Quarshie, Erica Danfrekua Dickson, Sandra Naa-Shasha Quarshie, Sophia Ewuenye Adwoa Kpebu

“…Adverse childhood experiences (aOR=3.04; 95% CI 1.33 to 6.97; p=0.008), history of attempted suicide before current pregnancy (aOR=3.47; 95% CI 1.27 to 9.47; p=0.0.015) and depression (measured by the 5-item World Health Organization Well-Being Index; aOR=0.31; 95% CI 0.12 to 0.77; p=0.012) were uniquely associated with increased odds of suicide attempt. …”
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Predictive value of circulating fibroblast growth factor-23 and Klotho on protein-energy wasting in patients undergoing hemodialysis by Xiaoling Zhou, Yang Luo, Yidan Guo, Meng Jia, Chunxia Zhang, Zhihua Shi, Ye Du

“…Therefore, we conducted this cross-sectional study to evaluate the association between plasma FGF-23 and Klotho levels and PEW in hemodialysis patients and to explore whether these markers could predict the presence of PEW.MethodsPlasma concentrations of FGF-23 and Klotho were measured, and their associations with PEW were assessed. …”
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A Study on Axial Compression Performance of Large Diameter-Thickness Ratio Concrete-Filled Gas Drainage Steel Pipe by Zi-Lu Liu, Zhan-Guo Ma, Ye Li, Peng Gong, Ke-Long Li, Wang Liu

“…Theoretical calculations show that the calculation of concrete-filled gas drainage pipe columns based on the superposition theory EC4-2004 is the closest to the measured value. Therefore, the EC4-2004 standard is recommended to calculate the ultimate bearing capacity of concrete-filled gas drainage pipe columns.…”
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Diagnostic features, management and prognosis of type 2 myocardial infarction compared to type 1 myocardial infarction: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Kyle White, Ian Scott, Mansey Kinarivala

“…All review stages were conducted by two reviewers.Main outcomes and measures Risk factors, presenting symptoms, cardiac investigations such as troponin and angiogram, management and outcomes such as mortality.Results 40 cohort studies comprising 98 930 patients with T1MI and 13 803 patients with T2MI were included. …”
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Adaptive coping mechanisms use and associated factors among adult glaucoma patients attending the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Tertiary Eye Care and Tra... by Bisrat Misganaw Geremew, Biruk Fanta Alemayehu, Getenet Shumet Birhan, Biruk Lelisa Eticha, Mahtot Leykun Sisay, Woretaw Endalew Melese, Abebe Tilahun Mekonenne

“…This study aimed to assess the proportion of ACM and associated factors among adult glaucoma patients enrolled at the tertiary eye care and training centre in Northwest Ethiopia.Design An institution-based cross-sectional study.Setting This study was conducted at a tertiary eye care and training centre in Northwest Ethiopia from 15 May 2022 to 30 June 2022.Participants The study included a sample of 398 adult glaucoma patients selected using a systematic random sampling technique.Primary and secondary outcome measures The participants were diagnosed with glaucoma by ophthalmologists. …”
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Work rate adjustments needed to maintain heart rate and RPE during high-intensity interval training in the heat by Hillary A. Yoder, Hillary A. Yoder, Anne M. Mulholland, Anne M. Mulholland, Hayley V. MacDonald, Jonathan E. Wingo

“…Each trial ended with a GXT to measure V˙O2max.ResultsIn the 43-min trials work rate decreased from the first to the fifth work interval in both conditions, but by a non-significant, yet moderately larger (ES = 0.53) amount during 43HR (46 ± 29 W) compared to 43RPE (30 ± 28 W). …”
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Using the CIPP Model to elicit perceptions of health professions faculty and students about virtual learning by Sakineh Gerayllo, Mohammadali Vakili, Leila Jouybari, Zahra Moghadam, Ali Jafari, Alireza Heidari

“…The present findings can facilitate decision-making and policy-making at the macro level, enabling officials to plan appropriately, take professional measures, and decide whether to continue, cease, or revise educational goals, inputs, processes, and products.…”
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Effect of SNORD113-3/ADAR2 on glycolipid metabolism in glioblastoma via A-to-I editing of PHKA2 by Zheng Cui, Xiaobai Liu, Tiange E, Hongda Lin, Di Wang, Yunhui Liu, Xuelei Ruan, Ping Wang, Libo Liu, Yixue Xue

“…Furthermore, the phosphorylation of EBF1 was measured by in vitro kinase assay. Finally, in vivo studies using nude mice confirmed that SNORD113-3 and ADAR2 overexpression, along with PHKA2 knockdown, could suppress the formation of subcutaneous xenograft tumors and improve the outcome of tumor-bearing nude mice. …”
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