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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Strengthening health system's capacity for pre-exposure prophylaxis for adolescent girls and young women and adolescent boys and young men in South Africa (SHeS'Cap-PrEP): Protocol... by Edward Nicol, Trisha Ramraj, Mbuzeleni Hlongwa, Wisdom Basera, Ngcwalisa Jama, Carl Lombard, Tracy McClinton-Appollis, Darshini Govindasamy, Desiree Pass, Noluntu Funani, Sarah Aheron, Ariana Paredes-Vincent, Jennifer Drummond, Mireille Cheyip, Sibongile Dladla, Jason Bedford, Cathy Mathews

“…In South Africa, various approaches of delivering PrEP have been adopted at different service delivery points (facility-based only, school-based only, community-based only and hybrid school-facility and community-facility models) to overcome challenges associated with individual, structural, and health systems related barriers that may hinder access to and uptake of PrEP among these populations. …”
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Pharmacists’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward preventing congenital disabilities: a cross sectional study in Saudi Arabia by Fahad S. Alshehri, Nasser M. Alorfi, Ahmed M. Ashour, Ammar Abdulrahman Jairoun, Saad M. Wali, Mohammed M. Aldurdunji, Shaker T. Alsharif, Reem Hasaballah Alhasani, Nasser M. Aldekhail, Abdullah S. Alshehri, Alqassem Y. Hakami

“…To enhance congenital disability prevention efforts in Saudi Arabia, these findings emphasize the need for improved pharmacist knowledge, structured training programs, and more extensive integration of pharmacists within maternal healthcare teams.…”
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For-profit growth and academic decline: a retrospective nationwide assessment of Brazilian medical schools by Bruno B. Andrade, Bruno B. Andrade, Klauss Villalva-Serra, Klauss Villalva-Serra, Rodrigo C. Menezes, Rodrigo C. Menezes, Luiz F. Quintanilha, Katia de Miranda Avena, Katia de Miranda Avena

“…These patterns suggest a structural misalignment between the commercial logic of expansion and the core educational mission of medical training. …”
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Composition and Diversity Variation of Avifauna, along Different Vegetative Habitat Types in a Human-Modified Area, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka by B. K. A. Bellanthudawa, N. M. S. K. Nawalage, S. Subanky, P. A. B. G. Panagoda, H. W. G. A. S. Weerasinghe, L. K. D. N. Tharaka, H. M. A. K. Handapangoda, H. K. A. D. Silva, D. M. S. N. Dissanayake, M. S. J. Abeywickrama

“…Awareness and monitoring programs are recommended for sustainable conservation of bird species in Kelaniya.…”
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Magnitude and determinants of intimate partner controlling behavior among women in sub-Saharan African countries from the recent demographic and health survey data: a multilevel an... by Fantahun Andualem, Girum Nakie, Gidey Rtbey, Mamaru Melkam, Techilo Tinsae, Getasew Kibralew, Berihun Agegn Mengistie, Gebresilassie Tadesse, Getachew Muluye Gedef, Setegn Fentahun

“…These associations underscore the importance of promoting women’s autonomy and addressing structural gender inequalities. Programs and policies aimed at enhancing women’s access to education, economic resources, and information may contribute to reducing IPCB. …”
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The Impact of Psychological Well-Being on Learning Strategies: Analyzing Perceived Stress, Self-Esteem, and Study Approaches in Nursing and Obstetrics Students by Antonietta Pacifico, Luisa Gorrese, Carlo Sorrentino, Michele Viciconte, Vincenzo Andretta, Paola Iovino, Giulia Savarese, Carolina Amato, Luna Carpinelli

“…Both self-esteem (β = −0.52, <i>p</i> = 0.01) and perceived stress (β = −0.74, <i>p</i> = 0.01) were significant negative predictors of structured learning strategies, suggesting that higher levels of stress and self-esteem are associated with a reduced use of planned organizational approaches. …”
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Prevalence and risk factors of self-medication with antibiotics in the general population of Tehran—a population-based study by Keyvan Karimi, Yosra Azizpour, Maryam Shafaati, Erta Rajabi, Maryam Zare, Arash Seifi, Ozra Tabatabaei-Malazy, Samaneh Akbarpour, Mahnaz Khalafehnilsaz

“…Community-based antibiotic stewardship programs should use educational and behavioral approaches with an emphasis on mental health and health literacy. …”
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The sustainability of health interventions implemented in Africa: an updated systematic review on evidence and future research perspectives by Ucheoma Nwaozuru, Patrick Murphy, Ashley Richard, Chisom Obiezu-Umeh, Thembekile Shato, Ifeoma Obionu, Titilola Gbajabiamila, David Oladele, Stacey Mason, Bryce P. Takenaka, Lateef Akeem Blessing, Alexis Engelhart, Susan Nkengasong, Innocent David Chinaemerem, Onyekachukwu Anikamadu, Ebenezer Adeoti, Pranali Patel, Temitope Ojo, Olufunto Olusanya, Donna Shelley, Collins Airhihenbuwa, Gbenga Ogedegbe, Oliver Ezechi, Juliet Iwelunmor

“…In contrast, salient barriers were related to structural-level factors (e.g., limited financial resources). …”
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Community-engaged curriculum development using racial justice and biomedical lenses to address COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in black individuals with rheumatologic conditions by Eseosa Olive Osaghae, Greta Sirek, Tonya Roberson, Mia Chandler, Ariel Childs, Monica Crespo-Bosque, Gina Curry, Amar Dhand, Mary Dollear, Alice Eggleston, Nnenna Ezeh, Dieufort Fleurissaint, Denice Garrett, Gail Granville, Muriel Jean-Jacques, Elena Losina, Elena Losina, Holly Milaeger, Lutfiyya Muhammad, Mary Ann Nelson, Chisa Nosamiefan, Bisola Ojikutu, Bisola Ojikutu, Bisola Ojikutu, Neil Pillai, Mary Beth Son, Marie Jacques Toussaint, Ana Valle, Jessica N. Williams, Michael York, Karen Mancera-Cuevas, Candace H. Feldman, Candace H. Feldman, Rosalind Ramsey-Goldman

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Assessment of health-related quality of life and adherence to antituberculosis therapy among patients in three tertiary hospitals in Sierra Leone: a cross-sectional study by Michael Lahai, Sally-Mattu Conteh, Ahmed Vandy, Onome T. Abiri, Brian Thompson, Mohamed Bawoh, Alvin Turay, Peter Bai James

“…Method An institutional-based cross-sectional study was conducted using a structured questionnaire to collect data from 384 patients from Connaught Hospital, Lakka and Kenema government hospitals. …”
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Feeding practices during childhood illness and associated factors among mothers of children under 24 month olds in southwest Ethiopia: A Facility-based cross-sectional study design by Diribsa Tizazu Hailu, Vinod Bagilkar, Ebissa Bayana, Tesfaye Asfaw, Merga Garoma Jatu, Assefa Desalew, Mulualem Keneni, Fentahun Meseret, Tigist Demeke

“…Methods A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted from May 20 to June 20, 2023, involving 415 participants selected through a systematic random sampling technique.Data were collected through face-to-face interviews using a pretested, structured questionnaire.Data entry and analysis were performed using Epidata version 4.6 and Statistical Package for Social Science version 25.0, respectively. …”
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Incorporation of vasa previa screening into a routine anomaly scan: A single center cohort study by Millicent Nwandison, Elizabeth Daly‐Jones, Alexandra Drought, Lisa Story, Philippe De‐Rosnay, Neil Sebire, David Nyberg, Yinka Oyelese

“…We suggest the inclusion of structured VP assessment in standard fetal anomaly screening programs.…”
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Knowledge attitudes and practices of healthcare workers on respirator fit testing and PAPR use at a university medical center by Fatimah Alshahrani, Abba Elgujja, Lulwa Alabdan, Jaser S. Alharbi, Ali A. Rabaan, Ibrahim Alzayid, Mohammed Alasiri, Khalid Faqihi, Samih Alanazi

“…A total of 204 HCWs from different departments and hospitals around the medical center participated in cross-sectional research. Structured surveys measuring demographic variables, knowledge, attitudes, training experience, and compliance with fit testing and PAPR use gathered data. …”
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Prevalence and predictors of malocclusion among students in special needs schools in Amhara region, Ethiopia by Amare Teshome Tefera, Biruk Girma Bekele, Zelalem Aniley, Aynishet Adane, Tadesse Awoke Ayele, Kefyalew Ayalew Getahun, Simegnew Handebo, Semira Ali, Abebe Muche

“…Data were collected from 396 students attending special needs schools in the region using a pre-designed, structured, interviewer-administered questionnaire. …”
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Coverage of HPV Vaccination and Influencing Factors Among Female College Students in Northern China by Li Yang, Chen Xing, Xue Yu, Yanrui Xu, Weibing Wang, Caiyun Chang, Qingbin Lu

“…Notably, increased knowledge was associated with vaccine hesitancy in the WTG group (<i>OR</i> = 0.45, <i>p</i> < 0.001), indicating that information overload may adversely affect decision-making processes. Structural barriers, such as cost (42.63%), safety concerns (46.59%), and misconceptions (e.g., 57.76% cited “no sexual activity” as a reason for refusal), significantly impeded vaccine uptake. …”
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The Consolidated Approach to Intervention Adaptation (CLARION): Developing and undertaking an empirically and theoretically driven intervention adaptation by Lydia Ould Brahim, Sylvie D. Lambert, Nancy Feeley, Jane McCusker, Dan Bilsker, Mark J. Yaffe, Rosetta Antonacci, Stephanie Robins, John William Kayser, Christine Genest, Haida Paraskevopoulos, Jessica Blair, Andrea Laizner

“…These were added to form CLARION, which was structured in two stages: the first involves selecting an intervention, identifying core components, and deciding on modifications; the second stage solicits interest stakeholder feedback to assess the acceptability of the preliminary adapted intervention (pre-test). …”
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Awareness and acceptability of long-acting injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis for HIV prevention among female students at tertiary learning institutions: a multi-center, instituti... by Martin Kampamba, Pumulo Munawai, Remmy Sioma, Christabel Mwila Hikaambo, Steward Mudenda, Mukumbi Mutenda, Jean M. Mukumbuta, Muchindu Hampango, Muzyamba Malambo, Gunet Mwalungali, Audrey Hamachila, Billy Chabalenge, Jimmy Hangoma, Mashebe Innocent Ngula, Bernard Appiah

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Clinical syndromes linked to biallelic germline variants in MCM8 and MCM9 by Noah C. Helderman, Ting Yang, Claire Palles, Diantha Terlouw, Hailiang Mei, Ruben H.P. Vorderman, Davy Cats, Marcos Díaz-Gay, Marjolijn C.J. Jongmans, Ashwin Ramdien, Irma van de Beek, Thomas F. Eleveld, Andrew Green, Frederik J. Hes, Marry M. van den Heuvel-Eibrink, Annelore Van Der Kelen, Sabine Kliesch, Roland P. Kuiper, Inge M.M. Lakeman, Lisa E.E.L.O. Lashley, Leendert H.J. Looijenga, Manon S. Oud, Johanna Steingröver, Yardena Tenenbaum-Rakover, Carli M. Tops, Frank Tüttelmann, Richarda M. de Voer, Dineke Westra, Margot J. Wyrwoll, Mariano Golubicki, Marina Antelo, Laia Bonjoch, Mariona Terradas, Laura Valle, Ludmil B. Alexandrov, Hans Morreau, Tom van Wezel, Sergi Castellví-Bel, Yael Goldberg, Maartje Nielsen

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