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BackgroundChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) continues to pose a significant global burden, which may be exacerbated by pro-inflammatory diets. This study aimed to investigate the association between the Dietar...

Loneliness among young persons is an increasing concern in Sweden and internationally, yet knowledge about its relation to perceived social support remains limited. This study examines the associations between loneliness...

Abstract Background Eating behaviors are shaped by contextual factors such as where people eat, who they eat with, and their activities and mood during meals. However, data on these determinants of food choice in Asian p...

Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] is a useful marker for cardiovascular risk stratification. Previous studies have shown higher Lp(a) levels in women than in men and sex differences in its association with atherosclerosis. The aim ...

Abstract Background Migraine, a common primary headache disorder, has implicated daily behaviors like sleep, physical activity (PA), and sedentary behavior (SB), yet the findings are inconsistent or remain unclear. This ...

BackgroundAdolescent depression is a major public health concern, yet the relative contributions of smartphone use duration and perceived loneliness remain unclear. This study examined their independent and comparative a...

ObjectiveSarcopenia is a progressive and complex disorder associated with higher morbidity and mortality, which significantly increases the financial burden and medical costs. This study aims to investigate the relations...

Abstract Background Shoulder dystocia is a severe and emergent adverse perinatal complication. Existing literature suggests that the risk of shoulder dystocia varies by race and socioeconomic status, but research in this...

Abstract Background Healthy ageing encompasses maintaining optimal physical, psychological, social, and cognitive well-being across the lifespan. While age-specific needs are widely acknowledged, many studies aggregate a...

Abstract Restorative sleep and morning sleepiness are essential factors associated with daytime functioning among workers, yet their variability and determinants remain unclear. Previous studies have primarily focused on...

Abstract Knowledge of genetic variability and the degree of association between yield and yield-attributing traits is fundamental for effective selection and yield improvement in breeding programs. Thus, eighteen finger ...

Abstract Background We investigated the association between income parameters and the risk of type 2 diabetes (T2D) influenced by obesity. Methods We analyzed the Korean National Health Insurance Service data (2002–202...

Abstract Background Visceral obesity contributes to hypertension through pathways of insulin resistance and inflammation. The joint association of C-reactive protein-triglyceride-glucose index (CTI), which integrates the...

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...

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 ...

Abstract Background Utu is a Kiswahili term with a long history of cultural significance in Tanzania. It conveys a value system of shared, collective humanity. While variants of Utu have been studied in other contexts, a...

Abstract Background Celiac disease (CD) is a systemic autoimmune disorder frequently associated with micronutrient deficiencies and extraintestinal manifestations, including neurological complications. Restless Legs Synd...

Abstract Background Gallstone disease exhibits a marked sex difference. While obesity and female sex hormones are known risk factors, the role of sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) and testosterone in gallstone-related ...

PURPOSE: To describe associations between pregnancy rates in adolescence and socioeconomic and social responsibility indicators in the municipalities of the State of Minas Gerais, Southeast of Brazil, in the year of 2010...

The article is devoted to the sphere of higher education in two former Soviet countries: Russia and Belarus . It is aimed to compare the systems of higher education in these countries under the angle of global and region...

IntroductionProgram coherence is considered a critical factor for student learning and professional development in higher education. In teacher education, the subjective perception of coherence—defined as the degree to...

This study aimed to examine the psychometric properties of an Arabic translation of the Nine Item Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder Screen—Parent Report (NIAS-PR) and validate a tool suitable for identifying AR...

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...

Background Mentalization supports emotion regulation and interpersonal functioning, and meaning in life is a key psychological resource in nursing. This study examined associations between mentalizing capacity and meanin...