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BackgroundRandomised controlled trials (RCTs) are widely accepted as the preferred study design for evaluating healthcare interventions. When the sample size is determined, a (target) difference is typically specified th...

Abstract Rickettsia felis is an obligate intracellular bacterium capable of infecting ticks, fleas, lice, and other arthropods. This bacterium is classified as a member of the Transitional Group (TRG) Rickettsia. It is k...

Dental students will play an important role in educating and promoting oral health. The oral health behavior of dental providers and their attitudes toward their oral health could depict the oral health of their patients...

Abstract Objective: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects approximately 7% of children and 5% of adolescents worldwide. ADHD is characterized by inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity as symptoms. ...

Abstract Despite the demonstrated effectiveness of vaccines, varying levels of hesitancy were observed among healthcare and long‐term care workers, who were prioritized in the roll out of COVID‐19 vaccines due to the...

Abstract The objective was to map the existing literature on the use of digital media during parent-child play and its possible impacts on domains of child development through an integrative review. Three electronic data...

ABSTRACT This study was developed using meta-analysis to evaluate the effect of β-mannanase on both poultry and pig performance. Two databases were constructed using information from previous studies that evaluated the ...

This systematic review investigated the effectiveness of personal assistance versus any other form of care for adults with physical impairments. A literature search identified one study that met the inclusion criteria, w...

This review investigated the effectiveness of personal assistance versus any other form of care for children and adolescents with intellectual impairments. Personal assistance is here defined as paid support of at least ...

Abstract The liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LC-MS)-based metabolomic and lipidomic methodology has great sensitivity and can describe the fingerprint of metabolites and lipids in pork and beef. This approach is...

Background Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) is a frequent and prominent phenomenon in major depressive disorder (MDD). Even though its prevalence and risk factors are relatively well understood, the potential mechanisms o...

Abstract Background Sleep disturbance is common among college students. However, the prevalence and associated factors among Chinese college students require an updated synthesis. This study aimed to estimate the pooled ...

Abstract Background Nipple wounds are common complications during breastfeeding and may lead to pain, early cessation of breastfeeding, and maternal distress. Various pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches ha...

This Campbell systematic review assesses the effects of psychosocial interventions for school refusal. The review summarizes the findings from eight studies. Medium quality evidence shows that cognitive‐behavioural the...

ABSTRACT Background Skin cancer is one of the most prevalent malignancies worldwide, characterized by the abnormal growth of skin cells and significant clinical challenges. Conventional treatments—including surgery, ch...

This Campbell systematic review examines the effects of recovery schools on student behavioral and academic outcomes, compared to the effects of non‐recovery schools. The review summarizes evidence from one quasi‐exp...

Abstract Objective To describe the effects of combined oral contraceptives (COC) on the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS). Data sourcesThis is a systematic review according to the criteria of Preferred Reporti...

Digital research artifacts (articles, datasets, software, etc.) are the basis for scientific research. Due to the continuous growth and complexity (e.g., due to formats) of such artifacts, ensuring their organization and...

This Campbell systematic review examines the effectiveness of school‐based interventions to reduce or prevent violence in intimate relationships. The review focused on programmes to change attitudes and beliefs, reduce...

Introduction Behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) affect up to 80% of people with dementia and pose significant challenges in the context of care. Psychosocial interventions have been recommended as ...

Sexual offender treatment programs to reduce reoffending have been implemented in many countries as part of a strategy in managing this offender group. However, there are still controversies regarding their effectiveness...

Abstract Ports and marinas are global hotspots for non-indigenous species (NIS), yet biofouling communities in the Arabian Gulf remain poorly documented. Here, we present the first spatially extensive assessment of biofo...

This study analyzes five years of 1-min solar global horizontal irradiance (GHI) and direct normal irradiance (DNI) observations obtained at Petrolina (northeast Brazil). Quality-assured hourly and daily averages are obt...

Abstract Objective To evaluate the effects of vitamin D supplementation in the postpartum period of women with previous gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). Methods Randomized clinical trials of pregnant women with G...