A call to action to include disability in intersectional health equity research and policy by Susan M. Havercamp, Gloria L. Krahn, Alexa J. Murray, Ilhom Akobirshoev, Chyrell D. Bellamy, Alexandra Bonardi, Mary Lou Breslin, Ly Xīnzhèn Zhǎngsūn Brown, Mark Costa, Robert S. Dembo, David Ellsworth, Jean P. Hall, Willi Horner-Johnson, David Hughes, Marjorie McGee, Nancy R. Mudrick, Elayne Otstot, Germán Parodi, Shaylin Sluzalis, Silvia Yee

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Prevalence and factors associated with teenage pregnancy among girls aged 13 to 19 years in Atutur sub-county, Kumi district, Eastern Uganda: a community-based cross-sectional stud... by Michael Akol, Ronald Opito, Bonniface Oryokot, Hellen Akurut, James Kalema, Maxwell Chekwoti, John Paul Matovu, Nasta Mayamba Chelimo, Hannah Muwanguzi, Moses Eremu, Samuel Kabwigu

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The Effectiveness of Computerized Cognitive Training in Patients With Poststroke Cognitive Impairment: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Min Gao, Lu Huang, Jiang Yi, Tianqi Zhang, Guangyao Zhu, Qi Zhang, Jiaxiao Tian, Rongxuan Zhao, Xiaoqin Duan, Zhongliang Liu

“…In addition, a structured maintenance plan is essential to sustain long-term benefits and prevent regression. …”
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“I Don’t Have Time to Exercise”: Determinants of Physical Activity and Diet Consumption Among Adolescents Living with HIV in Southern Tanzania &nd... by Maganga JJ, Katende A, Luoga E, Nshatsi N, Siru J, Sigalla G, Mollay C, Weisser M, Mtenga S

“…This study aimed at qualitatively exploring the factors perceived to influence physical activity and diet consumption in this vulnerable population.Methods: Semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted with ALHIV aged 15 to 19 years (N=22) and their parents and caregivers (N=10) to explore the lived experiences and perceptions regarding physical activity and diet consumption. …”
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Net ownership, utilization and malaria burden in the context of Piperonyl butoxide-LLINs intervention in western Kenya. by Job Oyweri, Patrick O Onyango, Maxwell G Machani, Josephat Bungei, Sammy Cheruiyot, Yaw A Afrane, Ming-Chieh Lee, Daibin Zhong, Guofa Zhou, John Githure, Harrysone Atieli, Guiyun Yan

“…Data on net ownership and usage was collected using a standardized semi-structured questionnaire. Finger prick blood smears were collected on slides for microscopic examination, while dry blood spots (DBS) on filter paper were collected for real-time PCR (RT-PCR) diagnosis of Plasmodium infection in both intervention groups. …”
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A look beyond the needle: high prevalence of injecting risk behaviours among people who inject drugs in Zanzibar by Stephen M. Kibusi, Khadija K. Mohamed, Elihuruma E. Stephano, Angelina A. Joho, Azan Nyundo, Bonaventura C.T. Mpondo

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Comparison of AI and resident doctors in diagnosing and managing acute respiratory cases: a retrospective study by Abdurrahmaan Manga, Saher Sultan, Ammarah Yasmeen, Fasihul Khan

“…Exclusion criteria included patients lacking capacity (eg, confusion or dementia), those with language barriers preventing a coherent history, patients with a primary diagnosis unrelated to respiratory medicine, and patients clerked alongside registrars or consultants, because we wanted to compare AI outcomes solely to those of resident doctors.Patient-clerking proformas and investigations were scanned and inputted into ChatGPT 4.0 using a structured prompt to generate diagnostic and management plans. …”
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DEVELOPMENT OF PRACTICAL SKILLS IN FOREIGN STUDENTS DURING EDUCATION AT THE DEPARTMENT OF PROPEDEUTICS OF SURGICAL DENTISTRY by I.A. Kolisnyk, A.I. Pankevych, A.M. Hohol, V.M. Novikov, E.Yu. Rezvina, M.A. Korostashova

“…Dentistry", as well as during objective structured clinical examination in dentistry. Theoretical knowledge is checked during practical classes. …”
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Barreras y facilitadores en el cuidado de personas mayores dependientes: una visión desde los cuidadores informales en la atención primaria by Angélica Valencia Guevara, Evelyn Iriarte, Solange Campos Romero

“…Method: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with the informal caregivers. …”
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Prevalence of Malnutrition and Associated Factors among Under-Five Children in Pastoral Communities of Afar Regional State, Northeast Ethiopia: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional St... by Abel Gebre, P. Surender Reddy, Afework Mulugeta, Yayo Sedik, Molla Kahssay

“…A multistage cluster sampling method was used to select the study participants. A structured questionnaire was used and anthropometric measurements were taken to collect data. …”
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Resource-Oriented Case Management to Implement Recommendations for Patients With Chronic Pain and Frequent Use of Analgesics in General Practices (Project RELIEF): Protocol for a S... by Regina Poß-Doering, Sabrina Brinkmöller, Alexandra Balzer, Viktoria Sophie Wurmbach, Cinara Paul, Regina Stolz, Marco Richard Zugaj, Jonas Tesarz, Michel Wensing, Cornelia Straßner

“…The intervention comprises 5 components, including software-supported medical pain history, 3 scheduled structured appointments, e-learning on CNCP for general practitioners and medical assistants, educational material for patients, toolbox with information on (regional) resources for patients and practice teams. …”
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he Phenomenon of Marginality in the Middle Ages by Oleksandr Yakovlev, Olena Ustymenko-Kosorich∗, Tetiana Gumenyuk, Tetiana Kablova

“…At the same time, marginality is positioned as a difference in relation to the inviolability of the universe of social hierarchy in a conformal and comfortable social structure, as a deviation from the stable state of the system. …”
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Measuring teacher beliefs about factors that promote Classroom Social and Emotional Learning (CSEL) by Mayank Sharma, Anya Chakraborty, Nandini Chatterjee Singh

“…Factor analysis revealed a three-factor structure comprising beliefs about healthy classroom management, inclusive classroom culture and supportive student relationships. …”
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Modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular diseases in staff of aboveground and underground rail transport in Moscow by E. A. Zhidkova, K. G. Gurevich, E. M. Gutor, V. V. Zhelvis, O. N. Dzhioeva, A. A. Orlova, O. M. Drapkina

“…The collection and processing of data was carried out using Microsoft Excel and Statistica programs.Results. The studied groups were comparable in age structure. …”
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PILAT (FRESHWATER CATFISH FARMING) IN AN EFFORT TO OPTIMIZE FACILITIES AND IMPROVE THE ECONOMY AT NURUL AMANAH BOARDING SCHOOL by Roy Wilyanto Putra, Silvia Baharrizki, Deswa Audry Astrantia, Sa'adiyah Nuraini, Oky Selka Dwiyanti, Sri Rangga Wira Kertanegara, Amaliyah

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Nodal and cripto-1: distinct functions regulate trophoblast specification in mouse pregnancy by Laura Girardet, Laura Girardet, Neha Kamath, Neha Kamath, Daniel Dufort, Daniel Dufort

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Recent advances in asbestos bioremediation: a short review and comparison with other methods by Roger Borges, Lilian Fernanda Martins Do Amaral, Camila Cristina Vieira Velloso, Ludimila Araujo Lodi, Joslaine Jacumazo, Fernando Wypych, Caue Ribeiro

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Body composition changes in resistance-trained adults Following 8-Weeks of supplementation with a combination of plant protein and creatine monohydrate by Joesi M. Krieger, Kevin F. Holley, Alex C. Schrautemeier, James L. Tice, Joshua Iannotti, Anthony M. Hagele, Connor J. Gaige, Wyatt B. McLaughlin, Ralf Jäger, Chad M. Kerksick

“…Participants were randomly assigned (n = 15 each group) to supplement with either 48 g of plant protein blend + creatine (PPCr), 48 g of plant protein blend (PP), 49 g of whey protein (WP), or 48 g of carbohydrate placebo (CHO) for 8 weeks, while following a structured 4-day per week resistance training program that emphasized strength and muscle hypertrophy. …”
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The First 6 Years’ Experiences of a National Centralized Offspring Surveillance Setting for Dutch Children Prenatally Exposed to Maternal Cancer to Inform Future International Prac... by Evangeline A Huis in 't Veld, Anouk M Kruse, Emma J Verwaaijen, Sterre C Huizer, Elisabeth M van Dijk-Lokkart, Christianne Lok, Maaike Kuethe, Frederic Amant, Mathilde M A van Gerwen, Martine van Grotel, Marry M van den Heuvel-Eibrink

“…ConclusionsThe CIP offspring outpatient clinic provides a unique, structured approach to long-term surveillance for in utero–exposed children, which enables early detection of potential late effects and provides comprehensive family support. …”
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Valorization of Spent Coffee Grounds as a Substrate for Fungal Laccase Production and Biosorbents for Textile Dye Decolorization by Eduardo da Silva França, Adriana Ferreira de Souza, Dayana Montero Rodríguez, Nazareth Zimiani de Paula, Anna Gabrielly Duarte Neves, Kethylen Barbara Barbosa Cardoso, Galba Maria de Campos-Takaki, Marcos Antonio Barbosa de Lima, Ana Lucia Figueiredo Porto

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