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ABSTRACT Background and Aims Stroke is the most significant contributor to morbidity worldwide. Prognostication in stroke patients could lead to better planning and care and, subsequently, better outcomes. Recently, lncR...

Abstract Background Cold water immersion (CWI) is a common method of post-exercise recovery, but the optimal protocols are not well understood. The lack of exercise-specific guidelines has caused confusion on how CWI sho...

ABSTRACT Background and Aims Sickle cell disease is a genetic disorder whose pathophysiology is primarily characterized by vasoocclusive crises and hemolytic crises. The stationary phase describes the interval between tw...

Abstract Background Most climate and health studies are based on a single extreme weather event and do not consider multiple physical processes across spatial and temporal scales. Our aim was to explore the current lands...

Background Heart failure (HF) is a chronic condition requiring ongoing management. Telehealth may improve HF outcomes. This review examines effects on complications, rehospitalizations, costs, and mortality. It aims to i...

Abstract Background Maxillary transverse deficiency is one of the most common issues encountered in orthodontic practice. Ideally, intervention should take place before the midpalatal suture has completely ossified, in o...

BackgroundVaping among adolescents has decreased but remains common among young adults, with ongoing concerns about nicotine health risks. Public health campaigns have increased vaping prevention messages, but evidence o...

ABSTRACT: Objective: To investigate the effects of commonly prescribed antibiotics and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) during early life on enamel development through a systematic review with quantitative ...

Abstract Background The holistic health of children, encompassing physical, psychological, and social domains, plays a crucial role in long-term societal development. However, evidence suggests that many young people eng...

MethodsUp to October 2025, a systematic search was conducted in PubMed, Embase, and Web of Science. Eligible studies included patients with confirmed breast fibroadenoma treated with high-intensity focused ultrasound (HI...

ABSTRACT Background Despite the emphasised benefits of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) among pregnant and breastfeeding mothers being recognised globally, its practice is still low among developing countries, including Tan...

Objective To quantify ethnic disparities in mortality after acute coronary syndrome (ACS) by comparing outcomes in Black, Asian and hite population groups.Methods We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of obs...

Poor housing is associated with poor health. This suggests that improving housing conditions might lead to improved health for residents. This review searched widely for studies from anywhere in the world which had inves...

Infections caused by Carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii (CRAB) isolates, such as hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP), bacteremia, and skin and soft tissue infections, among others, are particularly challenging to...

ABSTRACT Background Domestic Violence and Abuse (DVA) is a significant global problem that warrants a robust, multi‐sectoral response. The Covid‐19 pandemic highlighted that informal and social networks play a critic...

This Campbell systematic review examines the empirical research on the effectiveness of female genital mutilation/cutting (‘FGM/C’) interventions to reduce the occurrence of FGM/C practices in the 28 African countrie...

Abstract BackgroundMedlinePlus, developed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) in the United States, is one of the most widely used, authoritative, consumer-grade health information resources on the web....

Abstract Background Fear of falling (FOF) is a phenomenon prevalent among older adults associated with adverse outcomes, including reduced mental and physical health, decreased quality of life, and an overall reduction i...

Background: Anaemia remains a major public health concern in pregnancy and is associated with adverse maternal and perinatal outcomes. Low-dose aspirin (LDA) is widely prescribed to reduce the risk of preeclampsia (PE),...

Aims: Acute hand and wrist infections can be devastating, with a substantial burden in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) compared with high-income countries. Access to treatment, particularly surgery, can be limit...

Abstract Objective To investigate the relationship between maternal exposure to alcohol and low birthweight (LBW). Methods The literature search was performed in January 2017 using the following electronic databases:...

Abstract Background Surgeons work in high-pressure, high-risk environments, which can lead to physical and mental health challenges. Physical activity (PA) has known benefits for health, stress reduction, and professiona...

Abstract Background Montessori education is the oldest and most widely implemented alternative education in the world, yet its effectiveness has not been clearly established. Objectives The primary objective of this revi...

Abstract Background Opportunities for social connection between generations in the UK have diminished over the last few decades because of changes in the way that we live and work. The decline in communal spaces such as ...