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The present study delves into the complex human-water relationships that have a significant impact on the concerned socio-cultural practices and economic livelihoods. The primary objective of this research is to explore and comprehend the dynamic relationships between local communities and water systems in the villages…

Polybia-MP1 is an antimicrobial peptide (AMP) with significant anticancer efficacy. The aim of this study is to investigate the changes in the expression levels of the long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) MALAT1, LUCAT1, and BANCR in lung cancer cells after stimulation with pDNA/Polybia-MP1 complexes. This research seeks to…

OBJECTIVES: To study the value of combining individual- and neighborhood-level sociodemographic data to predict study participation and assess the effects of baseline selection on the distribution of metabolic risk factors and lifestyle factors in the Swedish CardioPulmonary bioImage Study (SCAPIS). METHODS: We linked…

INTRODUCTION: Acetic acid in dialysis fluid has been reported to induce symptomatic hypotension and post-dialysis fatigue. However, it remains unclear whether acetate-free dialysate improves these outcomes due to the lack of comprehensive evidence. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to compare the effects o…

Parenting and family environment have significant impact on child development, including development of executive function, attention, and self-regulation, and may affect the risk of developmental disorders including attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This paper examines the relationship of parenting and…

OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to "determine post-pandemic impact on activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living factors affecting daily living activities of the elderly." No difference was identified between the post-pandemic activities of daily living and instrumental activities of da…

This study investigates the motivations and expectations of orthognathic surgery patients and their post-surgery satisfaction. The secondary objective was to explore the factors that affect expectations and satisfaction in patients undergoing single and double-jaw procedures. The retrospective single-center cohort stud…

BACKGROUND: Burnout is a syndrome that is understood as emanating from chronic workplace stressors that have not been managed successfully. Little is known about the causes of burnout among nurses in South Africa. The study aimed to determine the prevalence of burnout and its impact on depression and assess the relatio…

PURPOSE: To assess whether women with mild gestational thrombocytopenia have a higher risk of postpartum hemorrhage. METHODS: A retrospective computerized database. Primiparous women that delivered at our center (2005-2019) were included; we excluded women with possible etiologies for thrombocytopenia such as systemic…

The human skin provides the body with a barrier against transepidermal water loss and the penetration of harmful agents (e.g. microbes) from outside. This barrier function is produced mainly by the outermost, nonviable layer of the epidermis, the stratum corneum (s.c.). The s.c. consists of terminally differentiated co…

INTRODUCTION: The Department of Defense spends more than $3 billion annually on medical costs of lifestyle-related morbidity. Military service members and veterans engage in unhealthy behaviors at a higher rate than the civilian population. Lifestyle medicine may mitigate lifestyle-related chronic diseases and increase…

This study's purpose was to implement injury metrics into the Total Human Model for Safety (THUMS) mirroring the spinal accelerometers, rib accelerometers and chest band instrumentation from two lateral post-mortem human subject sled test configurations. In both sled configurations, THUMS contacted a flat rigid surface…

BACKGROUND/PURPOSE: Research from other disciplines demonstrates that ethical position, idealism, or relativism predicts ethical decision-making. Individuals from diverse cultures ascribe to various religious beliefs and studies have found that religiosity and culture affect ethical decision-making. Moreover, little li…

The primary aims of our study were to compare pregabalin and duloxetine in a neuromuscular clinic for diabetic neuropathic pain (DPN) and to study the effect of these medications in cryptogenic sensory polyneuropathy. We performed a retrospective chart review of 143 patients who were started on pregabalin or duloxetine…

PURPOSE: The purpose of this study is to identify organisational homeostasis factors in the context of healthcare organisations and to develop a conceptual model for green transformation. DESIGN/METHODOLOGY/APPROACH: The organisational homeostasis factors were determined by review of literature study and the opinions…

Immune checkpoint inhibitors are becoming an increasingly common treatment for advanced gastrointestinal cancer, but the possibility of immune-related adverse events has raised concerns. This study aimed to evaluate the risks of immune-related adverse events between patients who received immune checkpoint inhibitors an…

BACKGROUND: Bariatric surgery is underutilized as a treatment for metabolic disease and its associated comorbidities. While social support is known to play a crucial role in outcomes following bariatric surgery, little is known about the role of social support prior to surgery, which may impact preparedness for and wil…

BACKGROUND: Psychological safety is crucial for student-athletes, impacting their stress levels and academic anxiety. Understanding how interpersonal factors like intimacy and social adjustment impact psychological safety can guide interventions to enhance student-athlete well-being. OBJECTIVES: This study investigate…

BACKGROUND: Numerous studies indicate that the gut microbiome is closely associated with prostate cancer (PCa), however, owing to various confounding factors, the causal relationship between gut microbiota and PCa remains unclear. METHODS: A 2-sample Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis utilized genome-wide associati…

BACKGROUND: Social inequities in the healthcare system threaten global health. Efforts to establish equity in healthcare is a key goal of healthcare systems worldwide. Social justice is a basic value of the nursing profession that always merits attention. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to identify and explain the process…