Prevalence and determinants of maternal psychological distress: A hospital- based cross-sectional study among pregnant women attending antenatal care in Dar-es-salaam, Tanzania
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Glory Cuthbert, Samuel Likindikoki, Deodatus Kakoko
Pregnancy is a period of great transition in women, marked by various physiological, emotional, and social adjustment that can increase a woman's vulnerability to psychological …
Sexual and gender minority stigma and motivating beliefs among the general public in Rwanda
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Gustave Muhire, Ann Chereen Karanja, Odile Habimana
Background: Sexual and gender minorities (LGBTQ+) individuals in Rwanda face significant stigma and discrimination, driven by stigmatizing sociocultural and religious norms. This study investigates public …
Synergistic strategies of Salinivibrio kushneri immobilization on biochar alginate microspheres for the removal of phenol from aqueous solution modeling approaches
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Mohammed Taha Moustafa Hussien Hamad, Walaa S. Mohamed
Abstract Phenolic pollution poses a significant environmental issue due to its toxicity and persistence in aquatic ecosystems. This study investigates an innovative approach utilizing immobilized …
Finite element analysis of lateral pressure variations in square steel silos considering parametric impacts
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AlHussein Hilal, Abdel Monem Sanad
This study develops and validates a 3-D finite-element model for lateral pressures in square, flat-bottomed steel silos, challenging the applicability of conventional design methods. The …
Multilevel factors associated with clinical breast examination uptake among women in the Northern Region of Ghana: a cross-sectional survey
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Agani Afaya, Hyeonkyeong Lee, So Yoon Kim
BACKGROUND: Despite the World Health Organization's recommendation of clinical breast examination (CBE) in resource-limited settings where mammography services are unavailable, the participation rate among women …
Fluorinated graphene-modified biodentine: an in vitro study on its ion release, cell growth, differentiation potential, and compressive strength
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Fagr Hassan Elmergawy, Iman Fathy, Zeinab Mahmoud Abulwafa
OBJECTIVES: This study evaluated Biodentine (BD) after modification with 2 wt% fluorinated graphene (FG). METHODS: FG was prepared using the modified Hummers' method, where sulfuric …
Knowledge and practices regarding infection control precautions against blood-borne diseases among recovered HCV patients in Egypt
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Mohamed Hussein, Wesal Youssef Hassan, Mohamed Mohamed
Preventing Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) reinfection is vital for the long-term health of recovered patients. This cross-sectional study evaluated the knowledge and practices related to …
Determinants of Diagnosis Delay in a Sample of Breast Cancer Patients from the Mohammed VI Centre for Cancer Treatment
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Sbabou Mohammed, Karima Bendahhou, Mohamed Yassir Errahmani
BACKGROUND: Breast cancer (BC) is the most common type of cancer in women; a delayed diagnosis of BC is associated with advanced stages at diagnosis …
The potential of cashew by-product processing for a more sustainable agri-food system
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Agossoussi Thierry Kinkpe, Harald Grethe, Jonas Luckmann
Abstract In most cashew-producing countries, cashew apples, by-products of cashew nut production, remain largely unused despite their nutritional value. Similarly, cashew nut shells, a by-product …
Lightweight machine learning models for drone detection using acoustic and optical features
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Tinotenda Markandreck Mapara, Sesham Srinu, Pavan Kumar Sesham
Abstract The widespread deployment of drones has triggered major concerns over privacy and security, creating a demand for robust anti-drone systems (ADS). A critical component …
From protection to pollution: Evaluating environmental and human health risks of acaricide use in dairy farming in Kenya
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Kevin Maina, Martin C. Parlasca, E.J.O. Rao
Sustainable intensification of livestock production relies critically on effective disease management, yet the environmental implications of current practices remain poorly understood. The study was designed …
“Medice, cura te ipsum!” a (mini) review of how white men are portrayed in diversity management research
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Kabelo Gildenhuys, Anita Bosch, Smaranda Boroş
This mini-review explores the framing and portrayal of dominant group members (DGMs) and highlights a significant gap between the stated goals of inclusion in diversity …
POST introduction evaluation (PIE) of the malaria vaccine introduced in three pilot countries (Ghana, Kenya, and Malawi) in 2021
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Jenny A. Walldorf, Gillian F. Mayers, Kwame Amponsa-Achiano
BACKGROUND: (RTS,S) malaria vaccine into their childhood immunization programmes in 2019 as part of a pilot programme called the Malaria Vaccine Implementation Programme (MVIP). METHODS: …
Immediate allergic hypersensitivity reactions (anaphylactic shock) to intramuscular dexamethasone in an asthmatic child: a case report
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Rashid Mahrous, Wafaa Mahrous, Mahmoud Yousef Mahrous
INTRODUCTION: Glucocorticoids are essential in treating various conditions due to their immunosuppressive, anti-inflammatory, and antiallergenic properties. However, they can cause hypersensitivity reactions that may go …
Temporal fragmentation analysis of a large oak forest in Morocco using landscape metrics
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Abderrahym Ghouldan, Abdelaziz Benhoussa, Abdellah Ichen
Forest fragmentation, characterized by the reduction of forested areas and changes in their spatial distribution, greatly affects the balance of the physical environment, biodiversity, and …
Rapid development of drug resistance during initial dolutegravir-based antiretroviral therapy of an infant with HIV
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Natasha O’Connell, Tara-Lee von Mollendorff, Gert U. van Zyl
Dolutegravir resistance is predominantly reported in antiretroviral therapy-experienced individuals. We describe an infant who developed high-level resistance to abacavir, lamivudine, and dolutegravir within 97 days …
From misconceptions to empowerment: assessing health and genetic literacy on thalassemia among Tunisian secondary school students
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Foued Maaoui, France Arboix-Calas, Inès Safra
CONTEXT: Thalassemia, a prevalent hereditary hemoglobinopathy in Tunisia, poses significant public health challenges due to limited awareness, hindering prevention and management. This study evaluates health …
First insights into the scale of invasions in African marine protected areas: leveraging global databases and citizen science data
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Sarah Jane Ackland, David M. Richardson, Tamara B. Robinson
Up-to-date information on the distribution of alien species is essential for evidence-based management. However, routine monitoring is resource intensive. This has led to regional biases …
Association between human papillomavirus and behaviour, clinicopathology, and cervical cancer outcome in Zimbabwean women: a cross-sectional study
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Oppah Kuguyo, Alice Matimba, Nomsa Tsikai
BACKGROUND: Less than 10% of women infected with distinct human papillomavirus (HPV) develop cervical cancer, suggesting the need for secondary driving factors for carcinogenesis. This …
An Experimental Investigation of the Dynamic Response of Bladeless Vortex-Induced Vibration Turbines Using Novel Materials in a Wind Tunnel
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Ahmed Ketata, Lina Chelbi, Hasna Abid
This study presents an experimental investigation into the vibration characteristics of four different Vortex Bladeless Wind Turbine (VBWT) prototypes made with different mast materials - …