A Comprehensive Review on the Effects of Laser Photobiomodulation on Skeletal Muscle Fatigue in Spastic Patients by Sadi F. Stamborowski, Fernanda Púpio Silva Lima, Patrícia Sardinha Leonardo, Mário Oliveira Lima

“…The present literature review seeks to recognize articles about the application of laser irradiation, also known as photobiomodulation, to patients with muscle fatigue and/or spastic palsy. …”
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Stratégies organisationnelles pour fournir des services d’enseignement des langues étrangères aux adultes de plus de 45 ans by Iryna Rudnyeva

“…Whether through social services, formal education systems, informal educational channels, or self-organization, each country’s approach highlights the importance of adapting educational services to meet the needs of an adult population seeking continued personal and professional growth.…”
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Rabies epidemiology, prevention and control in Nigeria: Scoping progress towards elimination. by Philip P Mshelbwala, J Scott Weese, Olufunmilayo A Sanni-Adeniyi, Shovon Chakma, Stephen S Okeme, Abdullah A Mamun, Charles E Rupprecht, R J Soares Magalhaes

“…We extracted information on study location, year and additional details of each study such as rabies prevalence, general characteristics of offending dogs, dog vaccination status and health-seeking behaviours.<h4>Findings</h4>Between 1978 and 2020, 90 published articles met our inclusion criteria. …”
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Impact of gingival pigmentation on laypersons’ perception of smile aesthetics: an observational study by Preethi Raj, Shweta Nagesh, Ramanarayana Boyapati

“…While gingival depigmentation is not mandatory, it may be recommended for individuals seeking cosmetic smile enhancements post-orthodontic therapy to improve the overall patient satisfaction.…”
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Effects of pH and Electrolytes on Castor Oil Emulsions with Various Stabilisers Using Khaya senegalensis Gum as an Emulsifier by Deryl Nii Okantey Kuevi, Noble Kuntworbe, Enoch Ayertey

“…It is for this reason emulsifiers/stabilisers are frequently employed in pharmaceutical emulsion formulations to increase their short- and long-term kinetic stability. This current study seeks to investigate the potential emulsifying property of gums obtained from Khaya senegalensis (family: Meliaceae) trees. …”
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Therapists perspectives on the Early Intervention after Rape study: a qualitative process evaluation of a randomized controlled trial by Tina Haugen, Joar Øveraas Halvorsen, Oddgeir Friborg, Berit Schei, Cecilie Therese Hagemann, Marianne Kjelsvik

“…This study may inform opportunities to advance evidence-based practices for rape survivors seeking help.Trial registration: ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT05489133..…”
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Effect of physiotherapy interventions on pain management, function and quality of life in patellofemoral pain syndrome: A systematic review protocol. by Chaitali S Vikhe, Swapnil U Ramteke, Sharath Hullumani

“…<h4>Conclusion</h4>This systematic review protocol seeks to identify effective physiotherapy interventions for managing PFPS in runners. …”
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Extracellular vesicles, RNA sequencing, and bioinformatic analyses: Challenges, solutions, and recommendations by Rebecca T. Miceli, Tzu‐Yi Chen, Yohei Nose, Swapnil Tichkule, Briana Brown, John F. Fullard, Marilyn D. Saulsbury, Simon O. Heyliger, Sacha Gnjatic, Natasha Kyprianou, Carlos Cordon‐Cardo, Susmita Sahoo, Emanuela Taioli, Panos Roussos, Gustavo Stolovitzky, Edgar Gonzalez‐Kozlova, Navneet Dogra

“…Here, we address these gaps by describing the following points by (1) focusing on the large canopy of the EVs and particles (EVPs), which includes, but not limited to – exosomes and other large and small EVs, lipoproteins, exomeres/supermeres, mitochondrial‐derived vesicles, RNA binding proteins, and cell‐free DNA/RNA/proteins; (2) examining the potential functional roles and biogenesis of EVPs; (3) discussing various transcriptomic methods and technologies used in uncovering the cargoes of EVPs; (4) presenting a comprehensive list of RNA subtypes reported in EVPs; (5) describing different EV‐RNA databases and resources specific to EV‐RNA species; (6) reviewing established bioinformatics pipelines and novel strategies for reproducible EV transcriptomics analyses; (7) emphasizing the significant need for a gold standard approach in identifying EV‐RNAs across studies; (8) and finally, we highlight current challenges, discuss possible solutions, and present recommendations for robust and reproducible analyses of EVP‐associated small RNAs. Overall, we seek to provide clarity on the transcriptomics landscape, sequencing technologies, and bioinformatic analyses of EVP‐RNAs. …”
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Knowledge, behaviour and attitudes towards Chagas disease among the Bolivian migrant population living in Japan: a cross-sectional study by Chris Smith, Kenji Hirayama, Nguyen Tien Huy, Inés María Iglesias Rodríguez, Dao Huy Manh, Tieu Minh Thuan, Hugo Alberto Justiniano, Sachio Miura, George Ito

“…The barriers encountered in care-seeking behaviour were language, the migration process and difficulties to access the healthcare system.Conclusion EA with an integrative approach is useful to increase the knowledge of CD within the Bolivian migrant population living in Japan. …”
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Prostate cancer screening knowledge and attitude among men over 50 at a referral Hospital in Oshana region, Namibia by Lonia Kashihakumwa, Daniel O. Ashipala, Yahaya Jafaru

“…Furthermore, this study can be used to identify possible reasons for the late reporting of men for PCa screening and aid to inform the public on the need for early-seeking behaviour through screening.…”
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STD Training in Canadian Medical Schools by Jo-Anne A Doherty, A Gordon Jessamine

“…OBJECTIVE: The emergence of the acquired immune deficiency syndrome in 1981 and the consequent publicity surrounding sexual behaviour has increased the likelihood that patients will seek medical advice. Sexually transmitted disease (STD) teaching and postgraduate medical programs in Canadian schools of medicine have not been adequately documented. …”
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Policy and practice implication of - and tools to address - mental health and psychosocial support needs in Sierra Leone by Alastair Ager, Rebecca Horn, Abdulai Bah, Abdulai Bah, Haja Wurie, Mohamed Samai, Mohamed Samai

“…In terms of research advance, studies have – through participatory and ethnographically-informed methods – identified both local idioms and social determinants of distress and mapped health seeking pathways and barriers to care. This information was utilized in the development and validation of two culturally appropriate measures: the Sierra Leone Psychological Distress Scale (to assess mental health and psychosocial needs at the community level) and the Sierra Leone Perinatal Psychological Distress Scale (to identify common perinatal mental disorder in amongst pregnant and lactating mothers). …”
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Conceptual framework of coaches’ decision-making in conventional sports by Edvard Kolar, Roberto Biloslavo, Rado Pišot, Saša Veličković, Matej Tušak

“…This framework aims to establish appropriate relationships between the various decisions coaches make during the training process and theoretical concepts related to decision-making, both in general and within the coaching context.MethodsTo design the research, we used the methodology of a conceptual paper and a “model paper” approach, which seeks to build a theoretical framework that predicts relationships between distinct research concepts and scientific disciplines, aiming to integrate them into a cohesive model of coaches’ decision-making behavior.ResultsThe proposed conceptual framework encompasses a comprehensive range of situations that may arise during the sports training process and potential ways to address them. …”
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Exploring the potential of palm oil plantation waste for local communities using mixed methods by A. Ilhami, T. Hidayat, Riandi .

“…Small-scale farmers lack sufficient knowledge and resources for waste management. The study seeks to estimate and forecast the volume of palm oil waste generated and the utilization inventory by indigenous populations in Riau province.METHODS: The present study employs a combination of quantitative and qualitative methodologies. …”
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Epidemiology and Clinical Features of Adult Patients with Psoriasis in Malaysia: 10-Year Review from the Malaysian Psoriasis Registry (2007–2016) by Azura Mohd Affandi, Iman Khan, Nooraishah Ngah Saaya

“…To evaluate the epidemiology and clinical characteristics of patients with psoriasis who seek treatment in outpatient dermatology clinics throughout hospitals in Malaysia. …”
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France in the EU Economic System: The Peerless Second by O. V. Butorina

“…This shift simultaneously elevates the Franco-German partnership while rendering France’s position within the Union increasingly contingent upon its tangible economic strength. This article seeks to examine the evolving role of France within the EU’s economic architecture, identify critical long-term trends, and forecast possible realignments in the balance of power within EU economic governance. …”
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CHATGPT: ATTITUDES AND EXPERIENCES OF TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY STUDENTS IN UKRAINE by Oksana Chugai, Kateryna Havrylenko

“…Analysis of the data revealed that the majority of students employed ChatGPT sporadically, primarily seeking assistance with programming tasks and grappling with complex concepts. …”
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Risk factors for emergency presentation with lung and colorectal cancers: a systematic review by Una MacLeod, Elizabeth D Mitchell, Benjamin Pickwell-Smith

“…Further work is needed to understand the context in which risk factors for EP exist and influence help-seeking.…”
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Computational and numerical solutions to the Benney–Luke equation: Insights into nonlinear long wave dynamics in dispersive media by Mostafa M.A. Khater

“…The current investigation seeks to explore the nonlinear Benney–Luke model, a governing equation pertinent to the propagation of extended waves within dispersive media, such as those observed in water waves and plasma waves, among other nonlinear wave phenomena. …”
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Ten proposed measures to improve vaccination: Health care providers’ perspectives on promoting the vaccination intake of children with special healthcare needs in China by Xiang Guo, Tianxing Feng, Meiyi Chen, Xuran Zhao, Xiangshi Wang, Yanling Ge, Zhonglin Wang, Zhuoying Huang, Mei Zeng

“…The interview guide explored attitudes towards and suggestions for establishing immunisation advisory clinics and referral networks, updating immunisation guidance documents and vaccine package inserts and strengthening the education of vaccination providers.Results 21 representative healthcare providers were interviewed. 10 measures were proposed to promote routine immunisation for children with special needs: (1) using immunisation advisory clinics to provide vaccination services for CSHCN; (2) establishing a referral network and specifying which cases necessitate referral to advisory clinics; (3) using an interconnected information system to identify, document and follow-up the CSHCN; (4) supporting high-quality clinical research to update immunisation protocols; (5) providing clear and definite immunisation recommendations to parents of eligible CSHCN; (6) seeking immunisation advice from specialised professionals to enhance primary care capability; (7) creating quality improvement programmes; (8) considering immunisation status a mandatory assessment during specialist visits; (9) supporting off-label use of vaccines legally and (10) encouraging pharmaceutical companies to update vaccine package inserts.Conclusion Vaccine uptake among CSHCN in China is suboptimal, highlighting the need for a referral network and a standard immunisation protocol. …”
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