Digital health tools for hypertension self-management: evaluating user experience and effectiveness in referral hospital in Imo state by Ugonma Winnie Dozie, Gift Uchechi Daniel, Clara Ogechi Raphael, Kelechukwu Celestine Nosike Dozie, Chioma Judith Nnadede, Igwe Chidinma Nkem, Agwoko Anthony, Ikechukwu Nosike Simplicius Dozie

“…Factors influencing adoption included ease of use 119 (54%), recommendations from health providers 144 (65%), cost considerations 148 (67%) and trust in digital health technology 132 (60%). …”
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Biochar MMT ZnAl LDH composite materials derived from solid waste for heavy metal removal in artificial acid mine drainage by Yudha Gusti Wibowo, Hana Safitri, Kusumawati, Wahyu Dera Aini, Richar Farantino, Simparmin Br Ginting, Asnan Rinovian, Setyo Budi Kurniawan, Khairurrijal Khairurrijal, Tarmizi Taher, Wida Banar Kusumaningrum, Sudibyo Sudibyo, Ahmad Tawfiequrrahman Yuliansyah, Himawan Tri Bayu Murti Petrus

“…The findings highlight the potential of biochar-based composites in developing cost-effective and environmentally sustainable solutions for acid mine drainage treatment.…”
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Progress in MXene‐based catalysts for oxygen evolution reaction by Jieli Chen, Xiaohong Gao, Jing Li, Zhenye Kang, Juan Bai, Tianjiao Wang, Yuliang Yuan, Chenghang You, Yu Chen, Bao Yu Xia, Xinlong Tian

“…The key to solving this dilemma is the development of highly efficient catalysts with minimized overpotential, long‐term stability, and low cost. As a new 2D material, MXene has emerged as an intriguing material for future energy conversion technology due to its benefits, including superior conductivity, excellent hydrophilic properties, high surface area, versatile chemical composition, and ease of processing, which make it a potential constituent of the oxygen evolution catalyst layer. …”
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Obtaining new brewing yeasts using regional Chilean wine yeasts through an adaptive evolution program by Ángela Contreras, Manuel Villalobos-Cid, Cristian Valdés, Carlos A. Villarroel, Felipe Castro, Ignacio Farías, Gustavo Lorca

“…These conditions restrict beer producers to a limited range of yeast strains, increasing their cost and contributing to beer flavors uniformity. …”
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Antimicrobial therapy of community-acquired pneumonia in a hospital setting (clinical and economic aspects) by O. V. Zhukova, O. V. Ruina, M. V. Khazov, S. V. Romanov

“…The average duration  and cost of monotherapy of moderate CAP were: 10.5 days and 731.65 rubles for ceftriaxone;  9.1 days and 1353.00 rubles – for levofloxacin; 4 days and 11035.36 rubles – for ceftaroline  fosamyl; 9 days and 16,153.35 rubles – for ertapenem. …”
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Information Communication Technology and Service Delivery in Nyagatare District Local Goverment, Rwanda. by Wellars, Kanamugire

“…Basing on the study findings, the study recommends that in the wake of increasing challenges to deliver quality of public services in district local governments in developing counties like Rwanda, it is better to encourage ICT in all development projects of local governments and make the citizens happier with timely and cost savings in availing services and improvement in the reliability of services. …”
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High-adhesive and conductive AMPSs-TA-Fe hydrogels via E-beam-assisted rapid one-pot synthesis for strain sensor by Eunhye Kim, Heewoong Park, Ngo Thi Hang, Daewoo Kim, Seunghan Shin, Kiok Kwon

“…However, TA's radical scavenging effect complicates polymerization by UV or thermal curing, leading prior studies to adopt time-intensive, costly approaches, such as post-polymerization soaking or pre-formed polymers. …”
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Inoculation with Pseudomonas spp. in Solanum lycopersicum increases yield and fruit quality under nutrient shortage conditions by Patricia Torres-Solórzano, Homero Reyes-De la Cruz, Josué Altamirano-Hernández, Lourdes Macías-Rodríguez, Jesús Campos-García, Alfonso Luna-Cruz

“…Additionally, rising global fertilizer costs have made it necessary to seek efficient alternatives with lower contamination risks. …”
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Diabetic Foot Talk-Time: framework for effective communication in diabetic foot management by Lavinia Cacciatore, Marco Meloni

“…IntroductionDiabetic foot syndrome is a prevalent and costly chronic complication of diabetes mellitus, linked to high mortality rates and significant psychological and social burdens. …”
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QI at Barnet General Hospital: to make the AAU Hub a paperless, Sustainable Green project by Lauren Farber, Ratnadeep Ghadge

“…Surveys were undertaken pre and post rollout of the online system.Interventions were carried out in the form of teaching and training of doctors, admins and nurses. …”
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Assessment of seed rate and weed management practice on weed control, crop productivity and profitability of dry direct-seeded rice by V.K. Choudhary, M.P. Sahu, R.P. Dubey, Rajbir Singh, J.S. Mishra

“…Dry direct-seeded rice (DDSR) is gaining attention as a sustainable alternative to traditional transplanted rice, addressing critical issues like water scarcity, labour shortage, and high production costs. However, heavy weed infestation poses a major limitation, significantly reducing yields. …”
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Clinical application analysis of a novel robotic system for total hysterectomy by Bingxin Han, Jun Wang, Jing Na, Shichao Han, Ya Li

“…Key indicators such as surgical duration, intraoperative blood loss, and time to first flatus post-surgery were observed. Additionally, the CUSUM method was employed to analyze the learning curve for the new robotic total hysterectomy. …”
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The impact of primary mental healthcare on core symptoms of depression among underrepresented adolescents: a network analysis perspective by Qianyu Zhang, Li Ran, Wei Li, Xuerong Liu, Jie Gong, Xianyong An, Zhengzhi Feng, Zhiyi Chen, Jingxuan Zhang

“…Network analysis revealed changes in the structure and centrality of depressive symptoms post-intervention, with specific symptoms such as sadness (C18) showing consistent reductions across subgroups. …”
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Thoracic dysfunction in whiplash associated disorders: A systematic review. by Nicola R Heneghan, Richard Smith, Isaak Tyros, Deborah Falla, Alison Rushton

“…Approximately 50% WAD patients develop chronic pain and disability resulting in high levels of societal and healthcare costs. It is time to look beyond the cervical spine to fully understand anatomical dysfunction in WAD and provide new directions for clinical practice and research.…”
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Studi Benchmarking Unit Sistem Pengelolaan Air Limbah Domestik Terpusat (SPALDT) Program SANIMAS IDB di Kota Pontianak by Remalda Liberda, Isna Apriani, Kiki Prio Utomo

“…Tri Dharma are to conduct regular draining of the sedimentation basin (Settler) and to provide operational and maintenance costs in the form of donations/grants from the government, while at the location on Gg. …”
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Risk Factors for Surgical Site Infection in Patients Undergoing Breast Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Yin Liu, Zhan Yang, Dong Wang, Huan Zhang

“…Despite advancements in surgical techniques, SSIs contribute to prolonged hospitalization, increased mortality, and substantial healthcare costs. This research applied a quantitative systematic review and meta-analysis to identify and summarize risk factors for SSIs following breast surgery. …”
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Cross-sectional survey on cancer patients’ concerns and consultation needs with pharmacists at the time of initial diagnosis by Tomofumi Watanabe, Atsunobu Sagara, Tomoya Abe, Masato Komuro, Koharu Yubune, Satoshi Yoshikawa, Hiroyuki Terakado

“…Abstract Background The immediate post-diagnosis period is a critical phase for cancer patients, marked by significant informational and emotional distress. …”
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The effect of antimicrobial stewardship interventions upon antimicrobial consumption and appropriateness in Vietnamese district hospitals: a cluster randomised trialResearch in con... by Jaslyn Doshi, Yen Pham Ngoc, Thu Thuy Ma, Linh Thuy Duong, Van Thi Thuy Pham, Van Giap Vu, Rodney James, Qingbin Li, Quy Trinh Van, Tu Son Nguyen, Thi Thu Trang Tran, Pham Minh Thu Vo, Van An Ngo, Huu Phuc Phan, Ngoc Canh Hoang, Justin Beardsley, Thu Anh Nguyen, Greg J. Fox

“…Secondary outcomes included antimicrobial costs and all-cause mortality. After the intervention period, control sites also received the AMS program. …”
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A China-Based exploration of surgical timing for polytrauma with a focus on fracture reconstruction by Chenning Ding, Mingwang Jia, Xing Han, Jiahui Zhang, Xin Zhao, Xiguang Sang

“…Given China’s healthcare context, this study will assess injury severity and perform definitive fracture reconstruction at specified post-trauma intervals. Postoperative infection rates, including wound infections, other complication incidences, hospital stay duration, treatment costs, and long-term outcomes will be observed and compared to identify the optimal timing for surgical intervention. …”
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Effects of community action on animal vaccination uptake, antimicrobial usage, and farmers’ wellbeing in Ghana: study protocol for a cluster-randomized controlled trial by Francis Sena Nuvey, Günther Fink, Jan Hattendorf, Daniel T. Haydon, Gilbert Fokou, Kennedy Kwasi Addo, Jakob Zinsstag, Clemence Esse-Dibby, Bassirou Bonfoh

“…The main idea is the platforms enabling information exchange on livestock vaccines, enhancing service scheduling, and sharing vaccination costs among farmers living in the same locality. …”
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