Road Traffic Injuries and Related Safety Measures: A Multicentre Analysis at Military Hospitals in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia by Umar Yagoub, Nasrin S. Saiyed, Bahaa-eldin E. A. Rahim, Nizar Musawa, Attiya Mohammed Al Zahrani

“…Road traffic injuries are one of the major public safety issues around the world, as they put a great burden on countries’ economies. Saudi Arabia has a good road transportation system, but still, road-related fatalities are higher in this country. …”
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A systematic review of One Health perspective on the use of antimicrobials in Nigeria by Umulkhairah Onyioiza Arama, Malik Olatunde Oduoye, Bolanle Akanbi-Hakeem, Misha Khan, Polyne Wechuli, Amina Aliyu

“…Abstract Background and aim: Nigeria, being the most populous country in Africa, faces a significant burden of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This article aims to highlight the need for all sectors in One Health, including human and animal health, to work together in reducing the misuse of antimicrobials in Nigeria. …”
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RETRACTED ARTICLE: Construction and validation of a machine learning-based immune-related prognostic model for glioma by Qi Mao, Zhi Qiao, Qiang Wang, Wei Zhao, Haitao Ju

“…Additionally, the model genes were closely related to immunity (oligodendrocytes and macrophages), and mutation burden. The results of in vitro experiments showed that the expression level of the IKBKE gene had a significant effect on the apoptosis and migration of GL261 glioma cells. …”
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Effect of invasive acupuncture on awakening quality after general anesthesia: systematic review and meta-analysis by Fan-dong Bu, Shang-kun Si, Shang-kun Si, Shang-kun Si, Dong-bin Zhang, Yong-liang Chi

“…Currently, the treatment of these complications is mainly achieved through the antagonistic action of specific drugs, but sometimes the antagonistic drugs are not as effective as they should be and can add to the financial burden of the patient. Acupuncture, a common treatment in Traditional Chinese Medicine, is widely used around surgery. …”
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A nomogram for predicting bladder dysfunction in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a retrospective study by Yingjie Hu, Fengming Hao, Ying Wang, Ling Chen, Lihua Wen, Jue Li, Wei Ren, Wenzhi Cai

“…Background Diabetic bladder dysfunction (DBD) is a common urinary complication in diabetic patients, significantly affecting their overall well-being and quality of life, and placing a considerable burden on healthcare resources. Early prevention is crucial; however, the absence of a simple and effective tool to predict DBD onset remains a significant challenge. …”
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Emulation of ARISTOTLE and ROCKET AF trials in real-world atrial fibrillation patients results in similar efficacy and safety as original landmark trials: insights from the GARFIEL... by Ralf E Harskamp, Karen Pieper, A John Camm, Ajay K Kakkar, Jelle C L Himmelreich, Saverio Virdone, Jean-Pierre Bassand, Frank Misselwitz, Freek W A Verheugt, Frank Cools, Harry Gibbs, Antônio C Pereira-Barretto

“…Real-world AF patients selected according to trial criteria had lower cardiovascular burden than the original trial participants, especially compared with ROCKET AF. …”
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Resurgence of Mumps among Lower Socioeconomic Class of Children in Ahmedabad: A Cross-sectional Study of 115 Cases in a Tertiary Care Center by Dipti V Patel, Zeel Patel, Snehal V Patel, Pooja Gandhi, Gayatri Parmar, Param S Patel

“…Mumps also resulted in increased hospital burden and school absenteeism. Conclusion: It is high time that the Indian Academy of Pediatrics and the Government of India join hands to include MMR in place of MR in the National Immunization Schedule (NIS) and conduct a mass campaign for the MMR vaccine, although three doses of MMR in the 2023 Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) Advisory Committee on Vaccines and Immunization Practices (ACVIP) recommendation. …”
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A workplace-based HIV self-testing intervention as a determinant for self-testing knowledge, beliefs, and use among unskilled workers in Wakiso Uganda by Gerald Mukisa Nsereko, Khamisi Musanje, Eron Robinah Ayesiga, Loyce Kiiza Kobusingye, Rhoda Namubiru, Moses Sempala, Christine Kiwala, Martin Mabunda Baluku

“…Abstract Background The HIV burden still persists to date, as a public global health challenge despite numerous prevention interventions that have been proposed toward achieving 95% of all people living with HIV aware of their HIV status by 2030. …”
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Impact of trainees involvement on surgical outcomes of abdominal and laparoscopic myomectomy by Olga M. Fajardo, Ekaterina Grebenyuk, Katherine F. Chaves, Zhiguo Zhao, Tan Ding, Howard L. Curlin, Lara F.B Harvey

“…Trainees involvement was associated with a longer operative time for abdominal myomectomies (mean difference 20.17 minutes, 95% Confidence Interval (CI) [11.37,28.97], p < 0.01) overall and when stratified by fibroid burden. For laparoscopic myomectomy, there was no difference in operative time between trainees vs no trainees involvement (mean difference 4.64 minutes, 95% CI [−18.07,27.35], p = 0.67). …”
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Impacts of Tax Laws on the Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises: A Case Study of Kabale Municipality Kabale District. by Abaasa, Ruth

“…Moreover, 90 (60%) of respondents revealed that tax penalties impose a significant financial burden on SMEs, affecting their operational budgets and liquidity. …”
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Distribution of Candida Species Isolated from People Living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus With Oropharyngeal and Oral Candidiasis in Africa in the Era Of Universal Test and Tre... by Musinguzi, Benson, Obuku, Ekwaro A., Mwesigwa, Alex, Migisha, Richard, Kinengyere, Alison Annet, Ndagire, Regina, Baguma, Andrew, Okek, Erick Jacob, Olum, Ronald, Itabangi, Herbert, Mboowa, Gerald, Sande, Obondo James, Achan, Beatrice

“…Conclusions While C. albicans remains, the predominant species causing oropharyngeal and oral candidiasis among PLHIV in Africa, NAC species also contribute significantly to the infection burden. Despite ART and UTT policies, oropharyngeal candidiasis remains prevalent, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions.…”
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Dental and oral health assessments in the German National Cohort (NAKO) by Stefanie Samietz, Katrin Borof, Katrin Hertrampf, Ghazal Aarabi, Antonio Ciardo, Hannah Finke, Daniel Hagenfeld, Jan Kühnisch, Maurice Rütters, Sebastian-Edgar Baumeister, Stefan Lars Reckelkamm, Ti-Sun Kim, Thomas Kocher, Wolfgang Ahrens, Hermann Brenner, Carina Emmel, Beate Fischer, Amand Führer, Karin Halina Greiser, Jasmin Grischke, Kathrin Günther, Volker Harth, Stefanie Jaskulski, André Karch, Thomas Keil, Yvonne Kemmling, Alexander Kluttig, Lilian Krist, Oliver Kuss, Michael Leitzmann, Claudia Meinke-Franze, Karin B. Michels, Nadia Obi, Anette Peters, Nicole Pischon, Tobias Pischon, Sabine Schipf, Börge Schmidt, Henning Teismann, Stefan Rupf, Birte Holtfreter

“…The aim of the present article is to provide the methodological background, to report on the data quality, and to present initial results of the oral examinations. Methods During baseline examinations (2014–2019), a total of 205,184 persons aged 19–74 years has been examined in 18 study centres, including, among others, a dental interview, stimulated saliva sampling, and recording of the numbers of present teeth and prostheses (standard Level 1 program). …”
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A temporary cholesterol-rich diet and bacterial extracellular matrix factors favor Salmonella spp. biofilm formation in the cecum by Alonso Cruz-Cruz, Megan E. Schreeg, John S. Gunn

“…Gallbladder Salmonella counts were low at 36 DPI while cecal Salmonella were high, suggesting that gallbladder colonization was likely not responsible for the high cecal burden. All cecum phenotypes were significantly diminished in mice fed a normal diet (Nd). …”
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Poor sleep quality and associated factors among HIV-positive and negative postpartum women in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: a comparative cross-sectional study by Milen Mihertabe, Alehegn Bishaw Geremew, Alehegn Bishaw Geremew, Elsa Awoke Fentie, Gidey Rtbey

“…BackgroundPoor sleep quality is common during the postpartum period due to nighttime feeding and frequent nocturnal awakenings of infants. …”
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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes and Needs of Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) in Community based Cancer Awareness and Screening Programme: A Mixed Method Study from a Ru... by L Meenu, N Divyamol, K Anupriya, TK Abdu Saleem

“…Primary prevention through health education and secondary prevention through early detection and treatment can alter cancer burden and outcomes. The current study focuses on the possibility of establishing Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHAs) as facilitators in cancer awareness generation and screening. …”
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Designing community-based strategies to reach non-household contacts of people with tuberculosis in Lusaka, Zambia: a rapid qualitative study among key stakeholders by Andrew D. Kerkhoff, Marksman Foloko, Evelyn Kundu-Ng’andu, Herbert Nyirenda, Zainab Jabbie, Mainza Syulikwa, Chanda Mwamba, Mary Kagujje, Monde Muyoyeta, Anjali Sharma

“…BackgroundIn high-burden settings, most tuberculosis (TB) transmission likely occurs outside the home. …”
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Robotic total knee arthroplasty safely reduces length of stay in an Asian public healthcare system by Kai C. A. Chan, Amy Cheung, Ping-Keung Chan, Michelle H. Luk, Kwong Y. Chiu, Henry Fu

“…Conclusion: R-TKA use has increased in recent years, and has been shown to reduce hospital stay despite having a slightly longer surgical time, proving a promising candidate to alleviate the burden on healthcare systems. Individual differences between R-TKA systems contributed to variable clinical outcomes. …”
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Prevalence and Determinants of Hypertension Awareness, Treatment, and Control in Botswana: A Nationally Representative Population-Based Survey by Neo M. Tapela, Lei Clifton, Gontse Tshisimogo, Moagi Gaborone, Tebogo Madidimalo, Virginia Letsatsi, Tiny Masupe, Mosepele Mosepele, Joseph Makhema, Shahin Lockman, David J. Hunter

“…We aimed to determine the prevalence and correlates of hypertension, awareness, treatment, and control among adults in Botswana, a middle-income African country undergoing rapid demographic transition and with high HIV burden. Methods. In this 2014 cross-sectional survey of adults aged 15–69 years, information on sociodemographic characteristics, lifestyle behavior, and medical history was collected through in-person interviews and physical measurements (body mass index and triplicate blood pressure (BP)). …”
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SHoes for Adolescent PatEllofemoral pain: study protocol for the SHAPE Australian community-based, randomised clinical trial by Kim L Bennell, Kade L Paterson, Rana S Hinman, Jo-Anne Manski-Nankervis, Adam Bryant, Karen Elaine Lamb, Peixuan Li, Sam Shearer, Anurika P De Silva

“…‘Minimalist’ shoes can reduce patellofemoral joint forces in adults; and may therefore be a promising low burden management approach for patellofemoral pain. …”
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Linking PM Pollution to the Respiratory Health of Children: A Cross-sectional Study from Ahmedabad City in Western India by Khyati M. Kakkad, Chirantap Oza, Priya Dutta, Varsha Chorsiya, Prashant Rajput

“…Children living in developing countries suffer a double burden of respiratory diseases. The present study aims to find out the risk of short-term exposure to PM2.5 on respiratory admissions of children under 6 from Ahmedabad city in western India. …”
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