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Analyzing RNA-Seq Data in Complex Study Designs
Recently, RNA-seq experiments have become a routine technique in studying the transcriptomic regulations in various biomedical problems. The...
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Imaging-based body fat distribution and diabetic retinopathy in general US population with diabetes: an NHANES analysis (2003–2006 and 2011–2018)
BackgroundLimited studies have investigated the correlation between fat distribution and the risk of diabetic retinopathy (DR) in the general...
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Impact of secondhand smoke on air quality in partially enclosed outdoor hospitality venues: a review
BackgroundSmoking is a leading cause of premature mortality and morbidity globally. The pollutants generated from smoke are not only harmful to...
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Spirituality, Religiosity, Caring Behavior, Spiritual Care, and Personalized Care Among Student Nurses: A Descriptive Correlational Study in the Philippines
This study sought to determine the student nurses’ spirituality, religiosity, caring behavior, spiritual care, and personalized care. Further, it...
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Beyond Belief and Practice: An Exploratory Literature Review and Discussion of the Differential Impact of Spirituality and Religiosity on Mental Health Disorders
The relationship between spirituality and religiosity and their impact on mental health is intricate and underexplored. This exploratory review aims...
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Religious Belief Among Women in Australia: Characteristics and Role in Influencing Children’s Health-Related Quality of Life and Lifestyle
Religiosity can be an important factor in women’s health-related behaviour, attitudes, and decision-making. Evidence however, regarding the...
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Doing a double take: when transthoracic echocardiography fails for mitral valve annuloplasty ring endocarditis with Streptococcus pyogenes: a case report
BackgroundThis case highlights several complications of a late and rare presentation of culture-negative Streptococcus pyogenes endocarditis of a...
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Effectiveness of synthetic versus autologous bone grafts in foot and ankle surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis
BackgroundAll orthopaedic procedures, comprising foot and ankle surgeries, seemed to show a positive trend, recently. Bone grafts are commonly...
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Social costs associated with fibromyalgia in Spain
BackgroundFibromyalgia is a chronic rheumatic disease of unknown aetiology, highly disabling and mainly affecting women. The aim of our work is to...
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Innovative approaches in discussions of diabetes among healthcare sector actors in Germany
The dramatic growth in the rate of diabetes prompts serious debates about awareness, early diagnosis, and care interventions. This Viewpoint aims to...
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Emerging biologic augmentation strategies for meniscal repair: a systematic review
BackgroundMeniscal repair should be the gold standard. However, the meniscus is poorly vascularized and even an excellent meniscus repair may not...
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Mindfulness in Orthopedic Rehabilitation: Can the Use of a Mindfulness Diary Positively Influence the Therapeutic Outcome of Orthopedic Rehabilitation?
ObjectivesMindfulness is a proven therapeutic practice for reducing anxiety, depression, and chronic pain, which are factors that influence the...
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Plastics and plastic-bound toxic metals in municipal solid waste compost from Sri Lanka
This study examined plastics and toxic metals in municipal solid waste compost from various regions in Sri Lanka. Plastics were extracted using...
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Health and environmental risk assessment of mercury in outdoor and indoor dust in artisanal and small-scale gold mining area in Amansie-west district in the Ashanti Region of Ghana
Mercury (Hg) pollution around artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) areas has been of much concern. Many studies have reported elevated Hg...
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Distribution and transformation of potentially toxic elements in cracks under coal mining disturbance in farmland
The ground cracks resulting from coal mining activities induce alterations in the physical and chemical characteristics of soil. However, limited...
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Association Between Physical Activity, Sedentary Time, and Technology Use in Autistic Adults
There is little understanding of physical activity (PA) and sedentary behavior as preventive health behaviors in autistic adults. Technology has been...
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Young People’s Barriers and Facilitators of Engagement with Web-Based Mental Health Interventions for Anxiety and Depression: A Qualitative Study
BackgroundThe prevalence of anxiety and depressive symptoms in young people have increased in many countries around the world. Web-based mental...
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Effective removal of chromium by adsorption using Delonix regia bark derived activated carbon from aqueous solution: a sustainable approach
This study introduces a new biosorbent derived from Delonix regia bark-activated carbon to efficiently remove Chromium Cr(VI) metal ions from aqueous...
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Stability and Validity of Self-Reported Depression and Anxiety in Autistic Youth
The aim of this study was to assess test-retest reliability and diagnostic validity of self-report instruments of depression and anxiety in autistic...
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Physical and Emotional Sibling Violence Behaviors with Closest-Aged Siblings in Childhood: An Exploratory Study Examining Associations with Sibling Relationships in Adulthood
Research examining the influence of physical and emotional sibling violence on siblings’ relationships across the lifespan is scant. This exploratory...