Understanding Referral Patterns for Bone Mineral Density Testing among Family Physicians: A Qualitative Descriptive Study by Sarah E. P. Munce, Sonya Allin, Leslie Carlin, Joanna Sale, Gillian Hawker, Sandra Kim, Debra A. Butt, Irene Polidoulis, Karen Tu, Susan B. Jaglal

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Continuous quality improvement across a South Australian health service and the role it plays in a learning health system: a qualitative study by Mia Bierbaum, Susan Hillier, Louise A. Ellis, Robyn Clay-Williams, Angie Goodrich, Robert Padbury, Peter Hibbert

“…Methods A qualitative study was conducted in 2023/2024 to evaluate the implementation of CIP009 and 12 associated quality improvement projects. Semi-structured interviews and focus groups were conducted with key stakeholders (executives, coaches and CIP009 fellows) and guided by the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR). …”
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Communicating to the Intellect, Heart, and Person: A Model Describing Participants’ Experience of Goals of Care Discussions Conducted During Acute Inpatient Care by Joshua S. Lee, Katrielle Joy X.Y. Fu, Lynn Wiryasaputra, Celestine Z.Q. Lim, Paul Victor Patinadan, Joseph Y.J. Ong, Andy H.Y. Ho, Tricia S.H. Yung

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Model description of combined numerical and stochastic groundwater flow in Bandung-Soreang Groundwater Basin, West Java, Indonesia by Achmad Darul, Dasapta Erwin Irawan, Prihadi Sumintadireja, Gumilar Ramadhan

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Can high-value markets ensure households food security? Evidence from avocado producers in Sidama Region of Ethiopia by Tibebu Legesse, Kehabtimer Kebede, Aneteneh Ashebir, Zerhun Ganewo, Abera Alemu, Andachew Samuel

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HEALTH LITERACY AND HYGIENE PRACTICES: IMPACT ON SCABIES PREVENTION IN ISLAMIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS by Moh. Bahrawi Angga Reksa, Asri Kusyani, Yusiana Vidhiastutik, Kusuma Wijaya Ridi Putra

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Stakeholder-based sustainable management strategy in artisanal and small-scale gold mining: a case study of Sekotong, West Lombok, Indonesia by Fairuz Luqyana Ismayanti, Dyah Tjahyandari Suryaningtyas, Nuva Nuva

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Beyond the basics: A qualitative exploration of mathematics teaching effectiveness in South African secondary schools by Oratilwe Penwell Mokoena, Solly Matshonisa Seeletse

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Investigation of the sustainability of breastfeeding and infant nutrition in the earthquake region based on mothers' experiences: a qualitative study by Özge Karakaya Suzan, Sümeyra Topal, Sinem Yalnızoğlu Çaka, Nursan Çınar

“…Data were collected between September and November 2023 by face-to-face interviews using a Personal Information Form and a semi-structured interview form. A total of 21 participants who breastfed their babies before the earthquake and experienced the earthquake were included in the study, which was conducted using purposive sampling technique. …”
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Effect of Educational Intervention Guideline on Quality of Life among Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome by Aziza I. Mohamed, Shimaa A. Moustafa

“…Three tools used for data collection.  A structured interviewing questionnaire, a healthy practice assessment scale, and health-related quality of life questionnaire for polycystic ovary syndrome. …”
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Chronic Kidney Disease in the Eastern Region of the State of Mexico: Implication of the Social Determinants of Health by Luis Enrique Hernández Gamundi, Donovan Casas Patiño, Alejandra Rodríguez Torres, Angélica Heredia Sánchez

“…<br /><strong>Methods:</strong> a qualitative study was carried out in the eastern part of the State of Mexico in which 27 patients with chronic kidney disease participated who answered a semi-structured interview, using the Iramuteq v0.7alpha2 software to code the speeches. …”
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Language concerns and issues of Uyghur international students in Japan by Z Alifu, K. T Selorio, H Saito

“…To enhance the study-abroad experience for all international students, we argue that Japan should clarify study pathways at language schools, reduce initial adjustment burdens, and provide comprehensive information on higher education to facilitate a smoother academic transition. Moreover, structured language exchange programs and government-supported initiatives could help students integrate more effectively into society. …”
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Factors impeding physical activity in older patients with chronic diseases: a qualitative study by Peiting Wen, Ying Fang, Rong Xu, Zhaodi Wang

“…Semi-structured face-to-face interviews were conducted one-on-one, and the social ecology model and theme analysis method were used to examine the data. …”
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Conservative treatment of older adult patients with shoulder diseases: a narrative review by Kook Jong Kim, Ho-Seung Jeong

“…Platelet-rich plasma is a regenerative option that may improve tendon healing, but mixed findings highlight the need for further investigation. A structured physical therapy program focusing on range of motion and strengthening is essential, with alternative interventions used judiciously. …”
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Assessing breakthrough infections: Covishield (late schedule) versus Covaxin - A prospective comparative analysis in the general population by Anuradha Nadda, Neha Kapoor, Sahil Sharma, Nikita Sharma, Viyusha T. Viswanathan, Anamika Soni, Ritu Attri, Taranjot Kaur, Nishu Gupta, Nikhil Govil, Kapil Goel, Rahul Gupta

“…Clients aged 18 years or above who had completed second vaccine dose were enrolled using systematic random sampling and followed up for 1 year. Using a semi-structured questionnaire, participants were telephonically interviewed within 1 month, 6 months, and 12 months of the second vaccine dose. …”
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“It’s like nursing a butterfly—so delicate, difficult, and unpredictable” – challenges of nurses in caring for patients with epidermolysis bullosa: a qualitative study by Parivash Karimi, Moloud Radfar, Yaser Moradi

“…Methods This is a qualitative study conducted from August to December 2024. Semi-structured, in-depth, face-to-face interviews were conducted with 15 nurses who provided care to patients with EB in Urmia, Northwest Iran. …”
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Doping in Martial Arts: How Is It Managed? by Agung Nugroho, Arko Jatmiko Wicaksono, Hary Widodo, Santosa Budiharjo, Djoko Pekik Irianto, Rustamaji Rustamaji, Lismadiana Lismadiana

“…Data were collected through structured interviews and standardized questionnaires. …”
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Designing an innovative Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) framework for optimized teaching and delivery of physical education curriculum by Xu Sun, Basuo Yu, Runmei Li

“…This study proposes an innovative Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) framework, based on the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP), to optimize the teaching and delivery of PE programs. The research adopts a structured methodology encompassing literature-based criteria identification, expert consultations, and a hierarchically organized decision model to prioritize instructional strategies. …”
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Needs of novice midwives in the management of obstetric emergencies: a qualitative study by Soheila Mohamadirizi, Mojgan Janighorban, Ashraf Kazemi, Fariba Haghani

“…Data collection was performed through in-depth and semi-structured individual interviews, and the process continued until data saturation was reached. …”
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Children’s Opinion of Retrospective Pre-Post ‘Then-Test’ Survey Validity by Leanne M. Kelly

“…Each focus group was guided by three semi-structured questions, ran for 10-15 minutes, and had 2-3 participants. …”
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