Research update on the effects of probiotic supplementation during pregnancy on pregnancy complications: a systematic literature review by Jing YANG, Xiaochuan WANG, Borui LIU, Xiaoyan ZHANG, Xiaoyu GAO, Jiajin HU

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A data-driven cluster analysis to explore cognitive reserve and modifiable risk factors in early phases of cognitive decline by Sara Bernini, Alice Valcarenghi, Elena Ballante, Federico Fassio, Marta Picascia, Elena Cavallini, Matteo Cotta Ramusino, Alfredo Costa, Tomaso Vecchi, Cristina Tassorelli, Sara Bottiroli

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Suicidal ideation and its associated risk factors among students of a medical college in Chennai—A cross-sectional study by M Koushik, Prarthana Veeramani, L Pooja Mary Vaishali, B Charumathi, Timsi Jain

“…It is an important public health issue. A severe cause of mortality worldwide is suicide. …”
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Appropriate Use of Inpatient Erythropoiesis Stimulating Agents by Chenghao Cui, Timothy Nguyen, Mohammad Rattu

“… Background: Anemia is a significant global public health issue, and it is associated with lethargy, weakness, tiredness, and shortness of breath. …”
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Chronic kidney disease among people living with HIV on TDF based regimen: A systematic review and meta-analysis. by Taklo Simeneh Yazie, Wondimeneh Shibabaw Shiferaw, Asaye Alamneh Gebeyehu, Assefa Agegnehu Teshome, Zenaw Debasu Addisu, Abebe Muche Belete

“…<h4>Introduction</h4>Chronic kidney disease is a major public health concern among people living with human immunodeficiency virus (PLWHIV) who are taking tenofovir disoproxil fumarate-based regimen. …”
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Addressing the mental health needs of India’s aging population: Understanding depression prevalence and social risk factors in tertiary care outpatients by Joanne Lydia Rajkumar, Surekha Viggeswarapu, Suja Kurian, Munaf B. Nandyal, Mahasampath Gowri

“…Background: Depression is a major public health problem among older persons. Identifying the prevalence and recognizing modifiable risk factors of depression in older persons is essential for early diagnosis and appropriate management. …”
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Molecular identification and genetic diversity analysis of Cryptosporidium spp. infecting dogs from central and northern Jordan: Detection of zoonotic genotype IId. by Rami M Mukbel, Eman M Etoom, Haifa B Hammad, Heidi L Enemark, Marwan M Abu Halaweh

“…Consequently, dogs may serve as a source of infection with C. parvum and pose a public health risk in Jordan.…”
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National survey of US primary care physicians’ perspectives about causes of obesity and solutions to improve care by Wendy L Bennett, Sara N Bleich, Kimberly A Gudzune, Lisa A Cooper

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Economic impact of fetal wastage and common diseases, along with their incidence rates and seasonal variations, at an abattoir in FCT, Nigeria. by Ibrahim Dauda Dauda, Abdulhakeem Binhambali, Abdurrahman Hassan Jibril, Zainab Oyiza Idris, Farhan Rhidor Akorede

“…These findings highlight the essential role of abattoirs in improving food security, detecting zoonotic diseases, and bolstering public health and economic stability in low-income countries.…”
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Treatment journey in rheumatoid arthritis with biosimilars: from better access to good disease control through cost savings and prevention of nocebo effects by Bruno Fautrel, Josef S Smolen, Fabrizio Benedetti, Roberto Caporali, Thomas Doerner, Burkhard Pieper, Minjun Jang

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‘Underestimation of fall risks by older adults: The need for professional evaluation to identify home hazards’ by E．Y Ishigaki, A．S Passos, L．E．G Leme

“…Falls are a significant public health issue among older adults, often resulting in serious injuries and decreased quality of life. …”
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HPV vaccination knowledge, attitude, and practices among physicians in a teaching hospital, Karachi by Sehrish Habib Memon, Bhombhal Swaleha Tariq

“…Context: Cervical cancer is a global public health problem. It is the fourth most common cancer in women globally. …”
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Depression, Anxiety, and Stress In The Time of COVID-19 Pandemic In Kurdistan Region, Iraq by Niaz mustafa kamal, Nasih Othman

“…The study indicates high levels of common mental health disorders during the pandemic and calls for public health measures to promote the mental health and resilience of the population. …”
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Women's experiences and outcomes of abortion care in sub-Saharan countries: A mixed methods systematic review protocol. by Negash Wakgari, Gizachew A Tessema, Stuart J Watson, Delayehu Bekele, Zoe Bradfield

“…The lack of woman-centred and respectful abortion services, influenced by stigma and restrictive abortion laws in certain contexts, poses a public health concern. These challenges may lead to variations in women's experiences and care outcomes, potentially resulting in adverse physical, psychological, and emotional outcomes for individuals seeking abortions. …”
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HIV Infection in Iran: An Update on Epidemiology, Testing and Gaps by Seyed Ahmad Seyed Alinaghi, Mohammad Mahdi Roozbahani, Behnam Farhoudi, Seyed Ali Dehghan Manshadi, Shayesteh Jahanfar

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Impact of Climate Change and Air Pollution Forecasting Using Machine Learning Techniques in Bishkek by Erkin Isaev, Boobek Ajikeev, Urmatbek Shamyrkanov, Kenjebek-uulu Kalnur, Karimov Maisalbek, Roy C. Sidle

“…Air pollution in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, is an ever-increasing problem with little research conducted on the impact of air pollutants on public health. We evaluate the performance of several machine learning algorithms applied to air quality and meteorology datasets and compare prediction accuracies of Bishkek air quality given its significant public importance. …”
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The Direct Healthcare Expenditures of Prostate Cancer by Disease Severity: Evidence from US National Survey Data by Peter J. Mallow, Jie Chen, John A. Rizzo, John R. Penrod, Geralyn C. Trudel, Teresa M. Zyczynski

“…With a growing and aging population, the prevalence of PC is expected to rise, increasing the burden on public health.…”
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Identification of Mycobacterium tuberculosis and its Drug Resistance by Targeted Nanopore Sequencing Technology by Chen Tang, Feng Xu, Xiaoqun Zheng, Guangxin Xiang

“…Drug-resistant TB, particularly multidrug-resistant TB and extensively drug-resistant TB, poses a pressing clinical and public health challenge. The main causative agents of TB are known as Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB), which exhibits a highly complex drug resistance profile. …”
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Assessing the Relationship between COVID-19, Air Quality, and Meteorological Variables: A Case Study of Dhaka City in Bangladesh by Md Sariful Islam, Mizanur Rahman, Tanmoy Roy Tusher, Shimul Roy, Mohammad Arfar Razi

“…Therefore, our results suggest that an effective public health intervention measures should be implemented to slowdown the spreading of COVID-19.…”
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Wellbeing for young elite musicians: development of a health protocol from a student perspective by Ann Shoebridge, Margaret S. Osborne, Margaret S. Osborne

“…Recommendations from the health, education, performance science, behavior change, and occupational and public health literature provided theoretical and practical foundations for the project. …”
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