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Abstract Background Physical activity (PA) plays a crucial role in the management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). Despite its known benefits, many individuals living with T2DM face challenges in maintaining regular P...

Abstract Background Canada is facing a national opioid crisis, with an average of 20 opioid-related deaths reported daily. Postpartum women who use non-prescription opioids and unregulated substances are at high risk of ...

Abstract Background The present goal of the World Health Organization (WHO) 2021–2030 roadmap for Neglected Tropical Diseases is to eliminate schistosomiasis as a public health problem, and reduce its prevalence of hea...

Abstract Background A rapidly rising prevalence of hypertension (HTN) is observed in low-and-middle-income countries but few studies explore factors such as attitudes and beliefs, experiences and social and cultural cond...

"Carboxymethylated bacterial cellulose (CMBC) was synthesized under controlled reaction condition to provide a material with a degree of substitution (DS) that guarantees that the characteristic water insolubility of cel...

Abstract Background The renin‐angiotensin‐aldosterone system (RAAS), when chronically activated, is harmful and RAAS‐suppressive drugs are beneficial in the treatment of congestive heart failure (CHF). Mineralocort...

Background: Clinical reasoning in the intensive care unit (ICU), a complex, high-acuity and stressful environment, may require a different set of critical thinking and decision-making approaches to undergraduate physiot...

Abstract Objective Breast cancer remains a global concern as the most common diagnosed cancer and the leading cause of cancer death among women. In Sub-Saharan Africa, although breast cancer accounts for the highest burd...

Abstract Background Heart disease is an important cause of morbidity and mortality in cats, but there is limited evidence of the benefit of any medication. Hypothesis The angiotensin‐converting enzyme inhibitor benazep...

Background: Transformational leadership is crucial for the support and sustainability of any interprofessional education (IPE) programme. This is because academic leaders are drivers at a macrosystem level, needed to us...

Abstract Background Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a complex, progressive condition associated with substantial physical, psychological, and social burden. Holistic, person-centered care is central to ef...

Abstract Background Lung stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) is the standard of care for patients with inoperable early-stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), who frequently have significant comorbidities. There is ...

Introduction Partner involvement plays a critical role in shaping women’s contraceptive choices, yet evidence on its influence remains limited in Nigeria, where contraceptive prevalence is low. This study explored how ...

Abstract Background Research capacity building programs facilitate clinician engagement with best-practice research. Benefits of research capacity in healthcare locations are far reaching, including individual community ...

Background: Arabic, as a global language, is learned by students across Indonesia who bring diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. These differences influence pronunciation, identity expression, and interaction dyn...

Abstract Background Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are a major global health problem, causing 17.9 million deaths in 2019, with 85% due to myocardial infarction and stroke. This study explores psychological and behaviour...

Abstract Background The influence of aldosterone breakthrough (ABT) on proteinuria reduction during renin‐angiotensin system (RAS) inhibition for spontaneous proteinuric chronic kidney disease (CKDP) has not been deter...

This study aims to identify the antecedents, preconditions, and enabling factors required for the Iraqi Council of Ministers to formulate and implement an effective cultural diplomacy strategy. The research methodology w...

Abstract Background This study aimed to characterize school canteens and food commercialization practices in private schools located in the capitals of Brazil. Method A cross-sectional study was conducted based on data f...

Abstract Objective This study aimed to explore self-perceptions and embodied experiences of different dimensions of frailty among older adults with hip fracture, to complement objective frailty assessment and inform the ...

Background: Vocabulary mastery is a key challenge for junior high school students, as they often face difficulties in remembering and applying new words effectively. Purpose: This study aims to explore students’ perc...

Abstract In response to the emerging threat of insecticide resistance in malaria vectors, insecticides are being repurposed for vector control or developed de novo. The longevity of disease control programs will require ...

Abstract Background Cardiac disease in dogs impacts the quality of life (QoL) of their owners, but owners' QoL has not been comprehensively assessed in this population. Objectives To develop, validate, and provide prelim...