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Abstract Background This study examined the associations of reallocating time among 24-hour movement behaviors (24HMB) on cardiometabolic health outcomes (anthropometric indicators, blood pressure, glucose, lipids) in ad...

There is evidence that an ethanol extract from the leaves of the kalakai tree (Stenochlaena palustris (Burm F.) Bedd.) may provide ultra-protective sun protection. The purpose of this study is to analyze the stability of...

People living with severe mental illness have a reduced life expectancy when compared to the general population largely due to physical health comorbidities. Exercise is a valuable, evidence-based component of mental hea...

Carla S Enriquez,1– 3 Alka Bishnoi,1 Musola N Oniyide,4 Katherine L Jennings,1 Roger Luo5,6 1Department of Physical Therapy, Kean University, Union, NJ, USA; 2Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Johns H...

Background: TikTok videos on orthopaedic topics receive high engagement, but the quality of content on knee osteotomies is unclear. Purpose: To assess the quality, reliability, and educational value of TikTok videos on k...

Abstract Background New York City has recorded a historically low supply of housing affecting disproportionally low-resourced areas, including the Bronx. Affordable housing buildings are being built, however, little is k...

BackgroundThe adverse impacts of chronic pain extend far beyond the physical sensation itself. Chronic pain, an age-related condition, exacerbates geriatric disease burden and drives a central sensitivity-neuropsychiatri...

OBJECTIVE: This study was designed to compare anxiety, depression and the quality of life in hemodialysis (HD) and renal transplant (Tx) patients. MATERIAL and METHODS: A total of 90 patients (50 HD, 40 Tx) were inclu...

Abstract Background Women’s economic empowerment (WEE) is believed to reduce the risk of intimate partner violence (IPV), yet the relationship between WEE and IPV has proven to be highly variable. Little attention has ...

Abstract Practice conditions that replicate performance environments can enhance motor learning. Dyad practice, where learners alternate between physical practice and observing a partner, offers a promising approach to m...

INTRODUCTION: Hemodialysis (HD) while causing role difficulties due to physical problems and disturbances in general health perception in the short term, leads to disorders of physical function and general health percept...

OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to compare depression, anxiety and quality of life in kidney transplant patients with normal population and to evaluate mental well-being. MATERIAL and METHODS: One hundred renal transplan...

Abstract BackgroundEveryday digital technologies such as social media, gaming, and internet use are deeply integrated into the lives of children, adolescents, and young adults. While these platforms can foste...

Abstract Introduction Quality of life (QoL) is a core aspect of healthy ageing, reflecting the ability of older persons to adapt and maintain well-being in later life. Urban–rural differences pose distinct challenges, ...

Abstract Background In Hatay, Türkiye, which suffered extensive devastation from the earthquake of 2023, people were living in container cities during the recovery process. While the physical and psychological effects o...

Abstract Background Given that sleep disturbance and fatigue are pervasive among patients with advanced ovarian cancer (OC) and associated with poor health-related quality of life (HRQoL), several patient-reported outcom...

Abstract Accurate prediction of terrestrial water cycle variables like soil moisture (SM) and evapotranspiration (ET) is crucial, yet existing Deep Learning (DL) models face limitations. Many adopt Single-Task Learning (...

Background: Cadaver dissection is the cornerstone of anatomy teaching and requires effective preservation methods, including embalming. Formalin is a common fixative, preservative, and disinfectant; however, the World He...

Abstract Background Africa is facing a rising prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), driven by shifts in lifestyle and dietary habits. Children with delays in motor coordination are less likely to participate in...

BackgroundLifestyle behaviors such as physical activity, sedentary time, sleep, and dietary habits play a central role in shaping adolescent health. In Kuwait, the Arab Teens Lifestyle Study (ATLS), conducted in 2009/201...

Abstract Background Outdoor play benefits children’s mental wellbeing, social and cognitive development and physical activity levels. However, children’s outdoor play and physical activity have declined in recent yea...

In this study we compared hemodialysis patients with CAPD patients in view of quality of life and investigated influencing factors. Seventy-two hemodialysis (HD) (39 male, 33 female) and 60 CAPD (32 male, 28 female) pa...

Abstract BackgroundSedentary employees face increased chronic health risks due to physical inactivity, immobility, and unhealthy eating behavior. Although mobile health (mHealth) interventions show promise in...

OBJECTIVE: In this study, we aimed to evaluate relation between the health-related quality of life and demography-clinic-laboratory characteristics of hemodialysis patients in Konya. METHODS: 511 patients (279 male, 23...