Predictors of Hypertension among Adult Female Population in Kpone-Katamanso District, Ghana by Kwabena Acheampong, Jackim M. Nyamari, Daniel Ganu, Stella Appiah, Xiongfeng Pan, Atipatsa Kaminga, Aizhong Liu

“…The data was collected using a structured questionnaire and physical measurements adapted from “WHO STEPwise approach to chronic disease risk factor surveillance (STEPS).” …”
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Household latrine utilization and associated factors in semi-urban areas of northeastern Ethiopia. by Deres Asnake, Metadel Adane

“…Data were collected by trained workers using a pre-tested, structured questionnaire via face-to-face interviews and on-the-spot observations of the latrines. …”
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Knowledge of alarm signs of stroke among caretakers of stroke patients and first contact healthcare providers at two tertiary referral hospitals in Uganda by Salvatore Ssemmanda, Abdu Kisekka Musubire

“…Methods This was a cross-sectional survey study design using data collected over ten weeks by structured questionnaire based in-depth interviews of autonomously consented adult study participants. …”
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Evaluating the Knowledge of Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging Parameters Between Undergraduate Students and Radiographers in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectiona... by Aljuaid LA, Alblowi MA, Almary SY, Alshamrani KM, Subahi AM

“…Previous studies have showed a significant knowledge gap regarding CT and MRI parameters; thus, this study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of university curricula and clinical practice in hospitals among undergraduate students and technologists in Jeddah.Methods: Quantitative data were collected through a validated structured cross-sectional survey administered to a cluster sample of undergraduate students and radiographers in Jeddah. …”
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Effect of transcranial direct current stimulation over the primary motor cortex on short-term balance acquisition in healthy individuals by Ömer Burak Tor, Michael A. Nitsche, Edmund Wascher, Nevin A. Guzel, Charles S. Layne

“…All participants were involved in a structured, three-session perturbation-based balance training program completed within one week. …”
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Embracing innovation to drive positive change to clinical practice in stroke care by Indira Natarajan

“…The NMES device stimulates nerves in the leg to activate calf and foot muscle pumps, increasing venous blood flow in the deep veins, significantly reducing VTE incidence, with no cases reported in the NMES-treated group.The successful adoption of this technology was facilitated through leadership and a structured, multidisciplinary approach involving key stakeholders. …”
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Psychosocial challenges among Asian adolescents and young adults with cancer: a scoping review by Yihui Wei, Panpan Xiao, Weishang Deng, Cho Lee Wong, Chun-Kit Ngan, Winnie Wan-Yee Tso, Alex Wing-Kwan Leung, Herbert Ho-Fung Loong, Chi Kong Li, Alexandre Chan, Yin Ting Cheung

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Impact Assessment of an Educational Intervention Toward Rational Antibiotic Use Among Community Pharmacists in Nepal by Kafle S, Jha N, Shankar PR, Bhandary S, Palaian S

“…The quantitative data were analyzed using appropriate tests (p < 0.05). Semi-structured qualitative interviews were conducted after the follow-up, among six CPs to obtain their perspectives on the intervention and their role in combating AMR.Results: The majority (n = 118; 72.84%) had a “Diploma in Pharmacy” qualification. …”
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Parental hesitancy on COVID-19 vaccination of children under the age of 16: A cross-sectional mixed-methods study among factory workers. by Kyaw Thiha Aung, Ye Minn Htun, Zin Lin Htet, Yan Naing Myint Soe, Phyo Ko Ko, Win Oo, May Soe Aung, Tun Tun Win

“…The quantitative data were collected by the face-to-face interviews using a pretested structured questionnaire that included the Oxford COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy scale. …”
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Assessing Knowledge of Radiation Protection and Safety Among Undergraduate and Intern Radiologic Technologists: A Pre- and Post-Educational Course Survey by Alamoudi D, Ahmed ME, Alhalwani AY, Alnakhli AT, Qahaf RM, Bazuhayr LF, Yamani BH

“…Knowledge of safe ionizing radiation use guidelines scored slightly lower (mean: 8.5 ± 1.6).Conclusion: Structured radiation education significantly enhances students’ knowledge of radiation physics, protection, and safety guidelines. …”
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Comprehensive geriatric assessment for oral care in older adults: a focus group study by Nattariya Wongiam, Kearkiat Praditpornsilpa, Anjalee Vacharaksa

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Newborn care service utilization and associated factors among women who gave birth in Kore district, West Arsi zone, Ethiopia, 2022: a mixed method study by Ararso Hordofa Guye, Bekele Niguse Lata, Tomas Benti Tefera, Tadesse Nigussie, Beka Teressa Meka

“…Data were collected through a structured, interviewer-administered questionnaire. …”
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Partner support and life satisfaction as predictors of postpartum quality of life among Iranian women by Nasim Bahrami, Mina Fathi, Nazanin Shakibi, Mark D. Griffiths, Zainab Alimoradi

“…Conclusion Targeted interventions should prioritize enhancing life satisfaction and postpartum partner support because they were the strongest positive predictors of maternal QoL, while addressing modifiable risk factors such as depression and poor sleep quality. Culturally adapted programs, including couples-based counseling and structured mental health support are recommended with special attention to employed mothers, mothers experiencing neonatal hospitalization, and those who have older spouses.…”
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Perceptions and Experiences of Self-Management in Patients with Prediabetes: A Qualitative Study in China by Jiang J, Feng Q, Yan L, Guo Y, Yang Q

“…An interpretive phenomenological research method was employed. Semi-structured, in-depth interviews were conducted to explore patients’ self-management experiences. …”
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Occupational health complaints and demographic features of farmers exposed to agrochemicals during agricultural activity by Dhananjayan Venugopal, Ravichandran Beerappa, Deepika Chauhan, Panjakumar Karunamoorthy, Mala Ambikapathy, Thamaraikannan Mohankumar, Avinash Gaikwad, Shridhar Kondhalkar

“…Methods A total of 226 participants were recruited, comprising 109 exposed farmers and 117 unexposed controls matched by age and gender. Structured questionnaires addressing demographics,and lifestyle characteristics, pesticide application practices, management procedures, and health complaints were used to gather data. …”
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Super-enhancers in immune system regulation: mechanisms, pathological reprogramming, and therapeutic opportunities by Xin Lai, Caizhi Li, Xinglinzi Tang, Xinyi Luo, Feiyan Wu, Yuhong Liang, Bihui Huang, Hang Li, Hang Li

“…Super-enhancers (SEs) are dynamic chromatin structures that function as epigenetic hubs, orchestrating cell-type-specific transcriptional programs crucial for immune cell differentiation, functional specialization, and adaptive responses. …”
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An overview of biopesticide regulatory frameworks in selected countries in Southern Africa by Kahsay Tadesse Mawcha, Kahsay Tadesse Mawcha, Dorothy Kyampaire, Chrian Marciale, Stella Simiyu-Wafukho, Stella Simiyu-Wafukho, Chifundo Chinyama, Olubukola Oluranti Babalola, Grace Kinyanjui, Grace Kinyanjui, Dennis Ndolo

“…The study details the stages of bill passage, from initial drafting and introduction to presidential assent, highlighting variations in parliamentary structures, public participation, and the role of subsidiary legislation. …”
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HTS analysis of resistance induction against PPV by four hairpin constructs in Nicotiana benthamiana Domin by Maryam Ghaderi Sohi, Kahraman Gürcan, Saffet Teber, Mikail Akbulut, Yazgan Tunç, Mehmet Yaman, Ali Khadivi, Azam Nikbakht-Dehkordi, Harun Karcı, Burak Özgören, Vahid Roumi

“…The potential of hairpin structures in the production of siRNAs and miRNAs in both wild-type and transgenic plants was compared by small RNA high-throughput sequencing. …”
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One Health: governance and regulatory framework for antimicrobial use in Malawi by Amos Lucky Mhone, Dishon M. Muloi, Arshnee Moodley

“…Methods: A qualitative approach was used, combining a review of policy and legal documents with semi-structured stakeholder interviews. Relevant policies and laws were sourced from government databases, the Food and Agricultural Organisation of the United Nations' (FAO) FAOLEX and AMR-LEX databases, and other publicly available resources. …”
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Utilization and modeling of satellite gravity data for geohazard assessment in the Yogyakarta area of Java Island, Indonesia by Ahmad F. Pohan, Sismanto Sismanto, Budi E. Nurcahya, Richard Lewerissa, Sorja Koesuma, Sugeng P. Saputro, Rian Amukti, Hijrah Saputra, Mochamad A. Adhi

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