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Risk factors for HIV and STI among female sex workers in a high HIV prevalent region of Ecuador
Isabel Hernandez, Miguel Reina-Ortiz, Korede K. Yusuf, Tatiana Ochoa, Carlos Rosas, Vinita Sharma, Eknath Naik, Hamisu M. Salihu, Santiago Terán, Ricardo Izurieta & Enrique Teran
Article: 1565292
Published online: 15 Jan 2019
AbstractforRisk factors for HIV and STI among female sex workers in a high HIV prevalent region of Ecuador | Full Text | References | PDF (658.9 KB) | EPUB
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Are modified RECIST the gold standard for response assessment of lung tumours treated with microwave ablation?
Masaki Bannai, Steven Smith, Satomi Okano, Anita Pelecanos & Karin Steinke
Article: 1565287
Published online: 21 Jan 2019
AbstractforAre modified RECIST the gold standard for response assessment of lung tumours treated with microwave ablation? | Full Text | References | PDF (727 KB) | EPUB
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Feasibility of a cognitive rehabilitation program for individuals with mild-to-moderate traumatic brain injury: Participants’ engagement and satisfaction
Emilie Isager Howe, Marianne Løvstad, Knut-Petter S. Langlo, Torgeir Hellstrøm, Øystein Spjelkavik, Helene Ugelstad, Elizabeth W. Twamley & Nada Andelic
Article: 1565614
Published online: 21 Jan 2019
AbstractforFeasibility of a cognitive rehabilitation program for individuals with mild-to-moderate traumatic brain injury: Participants’ engagement and satisfaction | Full Text | References | PDF (835.5 KB) | EPUB
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A community-based diabetes group pilot incorporating a community health worker and photovoice methodology in an urban primary care practice
Jenny Jia, Lisa Quintiliani, Ve Truong, Cheryl Jean, Jerome Branch & Karen E. Lasser
Article: 1567973
Published online: 21 Jan 2019
AbstractforA community-based diabetes group pilot incorporating a community health worker and photovoice methodology in an urban primary care practice | Full Text | References | PDF (974.6 KB) | EPUB
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The adverse childhood experiences questionnaire: Two decades of research on childhood trauma as a primary cause of adult mental illness, addiction, and medical diseases
Emily M. Zarse, Mallory R. Neff, Rachel Yoder, Leslie Hulvershorn, Joanna E. Chambers & R. Andrew Chambers
Article: 1581447
Published online: 07 Mar 2019
AbstractforThe adverse childhood experiences questionnaire: Two decades of research on childhood trauma as a primary cause of adult mental illness, addiction, and medical diseases | Full Text | References | PDF (1.8 MB) | EPUB
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Treatment of cutaneous lichen planus (Part 1): A review of topical therapies and phototherapy
Yasmeen Thandar, Rivesh Maharajh, Firoza Haffejee & Anisa Mosam
Article: 1582467
Published online: 27 Feb 2019
AbstractforTreatment of cutaneous lichen planus (Part 1): A review of topical therapies and phototherapy | Full Text | References | PDF (893.7 KB) | EPUB
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Identifying barriers to physical activity among African American women with asthma
S. M. Nyenhuis, N. Shah, J. Ma, D. X. Marquez, J. Wilbur, A. Cattamanchi & L. K. Sharp
Article: 1582399
Published online: 27 Feb 2019
AbstractforIdentifying barriers to physical activity among African American women with asthma | Full Text | References | PDF (863.5 KB) | EPUB
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Adherence to physical activity in a workplace setting – A qualitative interview study
Thomas Viskum Gjelstrup Bredahl, Rasmus Soelbjerg Christensen, Just Bendix Justesen & Jeanette Reffstrup Christensen
Article: 1581446
Published online: 01 Mar 2019
AbstractforAdherence to physical activity in a workplace setting – A qualitative interview study | Full Text | References | PDF (789.4 KB) | EPUB
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Effects of a ballet intervention on trunk coordination and range of motion during gait in people with Parkinson’s
Ashley McGill, Sara Houston & Raymond Y. W. Lee
Article: 1583085
Published online: 01 Mar 2019
AbstractforEffects of a ballet intervention on trunk coordination and range of motion during gait in people with Parkinson’s | Full Text | References | PDF (1.2 MB) | EPUB
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Bilingual patient navigator or healthcare interpreter: What’s the difference and why does it matter?
Ineke H. M. Crezee & Cynthia E. Roat
Article: 181087776
Published online: 01 Mar 2019
AbstractforBilingual patient navigator or healthcare interpreter: What’s the difference and why does it matter? | Full Text | References | PDF (745.5 KB) | EPUB
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A compound heterozygous −29 A>G and IVS-I-1 G>A mutation of HBB gene leading to β-thalassemia intermedia in a Syrian patient: A case report
Hossam Murad, Faten Moassas, Bashar Ali & Walid Alachkar
Article: 1581448
Published online: 07 Mar 2019
AbstractforA compound heterozygous −29 A>G and IVS-I-1 G>A mutation of HBB gene leading to β-thalassemia intermedia in a Syrian patient: A case report | Full Text | References | PDF (566.5 KB) | EPUB
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Treatment of unresolved lower back pain with platelet-rich plasma injections
Marc Darrow, Brent Shaw, Schmidt Nicholas, Xian Li & Gabrielle Boeger
Article: 1581449
Published online: 05 Mar 2019
AbstractforTreatment of unresolved lower back pain with platelet-rich plasma injections | Full Text | References | PDF (732 KB) | EPUB
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Incidence and characteristics of acute and overuse injuries in elite powerlifters
Thomas Reichel, Martin Mitnacht, Annabel Fenwick, Rainer Meffert, Olaf Hoos & Kai Fehske
Article: 1588192
Published online: 17 Mar 2019
AbstractforIncidence and characteristics of acute and overuse injuries in elite powerlifters | Full Text | References | PDF (736.5 KB) | EPUB
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Genetic alterations of C9orf72, SOD1, TARDBP, FUS, and UBQLN2 genes in patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Ciftci Vildan, Darbas Sule, Bilgen Turker, Uysal Hilmi & Karauzum Berker Sibel
Article: 1582400
Published online: 23 Mar 2019
AbstractforGenetic alterations of C9orf72, SOD1, TARDBP, FUS, and UBQLN2 genes in patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis | Full Text | References | PDF (749.2 KB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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The prevalence of HIV/AIDS frames in Kenya Newspapers: A summative content analysis of the Daily Nation
Evonne Mwangale Kiptinness & James Kiwanuka-Tondo
Article: 1596047
Published online: 28 Mar 2019
AbstractforThe prevalence of HIV/AIDS frames in Kenya Newspapers: A summative content analysis of the Daily Nation | Full Text | References | PDF (601.6 KB) | EPUB
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Implementation of a sexual and reproductive health service integration model: South African providers’ reports
Cecilia Milford, Mags Beksinska, Letitia Rambally Greener, Zonke Mabude & Jennifer Smit
Article: 1592740
Published online: 03 Apr 2019
AbstractforImplementation of a sexual and reproductive health service integration model: South African providers’ reports | Full Text | References | PDF (822.1 KB) | EPUB
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Improving communication about HIV prevention among people living with HIV and their at-risk social network members in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Hellen Siril, Anna Kaale, Anna Minja, Japheth Kilewo, Ferdinand Mugusi, Bruno Sunguya, Jim Todd, Sylvia Kaaya & Mary C. Smith Fawzi
Article: 1600230
Published online: 15 Apr 2019
AbstractforImproving communication about HIV prevention among people living with HIV and their at-risk social network members in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | Full Text | References | PDF (804.7 KB) | EPUB
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Morbidity and mortality patterns of pedestrian injuries by age at the Puerto Rico Trauma Hospital from 2000 to 2014
Natalia Pelet-Del-Toro, Ediel O. Ramos-Meléndez, Omar García-Rodríguez, Jorge Pelet Mejías & Pablo Rodríguez-Ortiz
Article: 1600211
Published online: 22 Apr 2019
AbstractforMorbidity and mortality patterns of pedestrian injuries by age at the Puerto Rico Trauma Hospital from 2000 to 2014 | Full Text | References | PDF (664.8 KB) | EPUB
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Assessing the fear of cataract surgery in rural Kenya
Thomas Gabbott, Helen Roberts & Sebastian Briesen
Article: 1607434
Published online: 29 Apr 2019
AbstractforAssessing the fear of cataract surgery in rural Kenya | Full Text | References | PDF (552.2 KB) | EPUB
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Clinical, radiological and histological correlation in diagnosis of orbital tumours
Ralene Sim, Stephanie Ming Young, Rupesh Agrawal & Gangadhara Sundar
Article: 1607128
Published online: 27 Apr 2019
AbstractforClinical, radiological and histological correlation in diagnosis of orbital tumours | Full Text | References | PDF (796.3 KB) | EPUB
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Knowledge of pregnancy danger signs and associated factors among pastoral women in Afar Regional State, Ethiopia
Misgan Legesse Liben, Abel Gebre Wuneh & Nejimu Biza Zepro
Article: 1612133
Published online: 07 May 2019
AbstractforKnowledge of pregnancy danger signs and associated factors among pastoral women in Afar Regional State, Ethiopia | Full Text | References | PDF (583 KB) | EPUB
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The family as a resource for improving patient and family functioning after traumatic brain injury: A descriptive nonrandomized feasibility study of a family-centered intervention
Mari S. Rasmussen, Nada Andelic, Tonje H. Nordenmark, Juan C. Arango-Lasprilla & Helene L. Soberg
Article: 1607433
Published online: 30 Apr 2019
AbstractforThe family as a resource for improving patient and family functioning after traumatic brain injury: A descriptive nonrandomized feasibility study of a family-centered intervention | Full Text | References | PDF (718 KB) | EPUB
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Exploring social media campaigns against sugar-sweetened beverage consumption: A systematic search
Vannarath Te, Pauline Ford & Lisa Schubert
Article: 1607432
Published online: 30 Apr 2019
AbstractforExploring social media campaigns against sugar-sweetened beverage consumption: A systematic search | Full Text | References | PDF (928.1 KB) | EPUB
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Ophthalmic anthropometry of an urban malawian population
Abraham Carl Halladay, Munthali Thandiwe, Patience Ayerakwah, Simango Dennis, Manjawira Joshua & Khakhande George
Article: 1614287
Published online: 14 May 2019
AbstractforOphthalmic anthropometry of an urban malawian population | Full Text | References | PDF (589.8 KB) | EPUB
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A controlled clinical trial of ultraviolet blood irradiation (UVBI) for hepatitis C infection
J. Todd Kuenstner, Shanker Mukherjee, Zachary Schafer, William Kuenstner & Thomas Petrie
Article: 1614286
Published online: 14 May 2019
AbstractforA controlled clinical trial of ultraviolet blood irradiation (UVBI) for hepatitis C infection | Full Text | References | PDF (629.5 KB) | EPUB
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The perspective of rehabilitation health care professionals regarding the clinical utility of a body-environment proximity measurement device
Céline Faure, Elizabeth L. Inness, Marie-Eve Lamontagne, Geneviève Sirois, Geoffrey Edwards, Bradford J. McFadyen & Karl Zabjek
Article: 1605722
Published online: 16 May 2019
AbstractforThe perspective of rehabilitation health care professionals regarding the clinical utility of a body-environment proximity measurement device | Full Text | References | PDF (835.9 KB) | EPUB
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The effects of fascia manipulation with fascia devices on myofascial tissue, subcutaneous fat and cellulite in adult women
T Bart Jameson, Ashley D. Black, Matthew H. Sharp, Jacob M. Wilson, Matthew W. Stefan & Swetanshu Chaudhari
Article: 1606146
Published online: 23 May 2019
AbstractforThe effects of fascia manipulation with fascia devices on myofascial tissue, subcutaneous fat and cellulite in adult women | Full Text | References | PDF (868.8 KB) | EPUB
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Low-dose bisphenol A (BPA)-induced DNA damage and tumorigenic events in MCF-10A cells
Nasir Jalal, Jing Wei, Yaxin Jiang, Janak L. Pathak, Austin R. Surendranath & Chang Y. Chung
Article: 1616356
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforLow-dose bisphenol A (BPA)-induced DNA damage and tumorigenic events in MCF-10A cells | Full Text | References | PDF (1.4 MB) | EPUB
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Facilitating learning and change in the daily lives of stroke survivors: A comparative analysis of municipal stroke rehabilitation services in Norway and Denmark
Cathrine Arntzen, Siri Moe, Lena Aadal & Hanne Pallesen
Article: 1608080
Published online: 03 Jun 2019
AbstractforFacilitating learning and change in the daily lives of stroke survivors: A comparative analysis of municipal stroke rehabilitation services in Norway and Denmark | Full Text | References | PDF (904 KB) | EPUB
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Analysis of the relationship between patients’ fear of falling and prescriber acceptance of community pharmacists’ recommendations
Tenley Brown, Jessica M. Robinson, Chelsea P. Renfro, Susan J. Blalock & Stefanie Ferreri
Article: 1615719
Published online: 24 May 2019
AbstractforAnalysis of the relationship between patients’ fear of falling and prescriber acceptance of community pharmacists’ recommendations | Full Text | References | PDF (627.8 KB) | EPUB
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Corporate social responsibility in public health provision: Community members’ assessment
Williams Agyemang-Duah, Francis Arthur-Holmes, Augustus Kweku Sobeng, Prince Peprah, Jennifer Mengba Dokbila, Evelyn Asare & Joshua Okyere
Article: 1622999
Published online: 03 Jun 2019
AbstractforCorporate social responsibility in public health provision: Community members’ assessment | Full Text | References | PDF (734.9 KB) | EPUB
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Hemostatic forceps in various gastrointestinal bleeding scenarios: A single center comparative study with endoclip
Mohamad Abdelaziz
Article: 1623000
Published online: 12 Aug 2019
AbstractforHemostatic forceps in various gastrointestinal bleeding scenarios: A single center comparative study with endoclip | Full Text | References | PDF (491.2 KB) | EPUB
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Understanding physical activity among young Ghanaians aged 15–34 years
Phidelia Theresa Doegah & Acheampong Yaw Amoateng
Article: 1617021
Published online: 26 May 2019
AbstractforUnderstanding physical activity among young Ghanaians aged 15–34 years | Full Text | References | PDF (725.9 KB) | EPUB
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A comparative evaluation of written medicine information of antidiabetic medicines from Qatar, Australia and Europe
Emad Eldin Munsour, Ahmed Awaisu, Mohamed Azmi Ahmad Hassali, Hamda Ali & Zeinab Dabbous
Article: 1620904
Published online: 29 May 2019
AbstractforA comparative evaluation of written medicine information of antidiabetic medicines from Qatar, Australia and Europe | Full Text | References | PDF (630 KB) | EPUB
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Factors associated with HIV-positive sero-status among exposed infants attending care at health facilities in Bahir Dar administration, Ethiopia: Evidence from medical records
Asmamaw Ketemaw Tsehay
Article: 1623754
Published online: 08 Jun 2019
AbstractforFactors associated with HIV-positive sero-status among exposed infants attending care at health facilities in Bahir Dar administration, Ethiopia: Evidence from medical records | Full Text | References | PDF (585.4 KB) | EPUB
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Real-world efficacy and problems of once-daily use of inhaled steroid (fluticasone furoate) combined with long-acting beta-2 agonist (vilanterol) in Japanese patients with asthma
Akira Umeda, Tateki Yamane, Taichi Mochizuki, Yasushi Inoue, Kenji Tsushima, Kazuya Miyagawa, Atsumi Mochida, Hiroshi Takeda, Yasumasa Okada & Koich Fukunaga
Article: 1600632
Published online: 12 Jun 2019
AbstractforReal-world efficacy and problems of once-daily use of inhaled steroid (fluticasone furoate) combined with long-acting beta-2 agonist (vilanterol) in Japanese patients with asthma | Full Text | References | PDF (820.5 KB) | EPUB
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Treatment of shoulder osteoarthritis and rotator cuff tears with bone marrow concentrate and whole bone marrow injections
Marc Darrow, Brent Shaw, Nicholas Schmidt, Gabrielle Boeger & Saskia Budgett
Article: 1628883
Published online: 20 Jun 2019
AbstractforTreatment of shoulder osteoarthritis and rotator cuff tears with bone marrow concentrate and whole bone marrow injections | Full Text | References | PDF (676.9 KB) | EPUB
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Consumptive reduction following increased production of CD34-positive cells and carotid intima-media thickness in non-hypertensive elderly Japanese men
Yuji Shimizu, Hirotomo Yamanashi, Yuko Noguchi, Jun Koyamatsu, Kairi Kiyoura, Shin-Ya Kawashiri & Takahiro Maeda
Article: 1629169
Published online: 25 Jun 2019
AbstractforConsumptive reduction following increased production of CD34-positive cells and carotid intima-media thickness in non-hypertensive elderly Japanese men | Full Text | References | PDF (781.7 KB) | EPUB
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Dual diagnosis assessment: A case study implementing the reasons for use package to engage a marginalised service user
Simon Kroes, Kevan Myers, Sarah Officer, Sarah O’Connor & Melissa Petrakis
Article: 1630097
Published online: 29 Jun 2019
AbstractforDual diagnosis assessment: A case study implementing the reasons for use package to engage a marginalised service user | Full Text | References | PDF (677.8 KB) | EPUB
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The effect of smartphone training of Ghanaian midwives by the Safe Delivery application on the incidence of postpartum hemorrhage: A cluster randomised controlled trial
Christina Marie Braüner Klokkenga, Ulrika Enemark, Richard Adanu, Stine Lund, Bjarke Lund Sørensen & Jørn Attermann
Article: 1632016
Published online: 17 Jul 2019
AbstractforThe effect of smartphone training of Ghanaian midwives by the Safe Delivery application on the incidence of postpartum hemorrhage: A cluster randomised controlled trial | Full Text | References | PDF (1,008.4 KB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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The influence of maturation on functional performance and injury markers in male youth
Regan J. Standing, Peter S. Maulder, Russ Best & Nicolas J. A. Berger
Article: 1632017
Published online: 25 Jun 2019
AbstractforThe influence of maturation on functional performance and injury markers in male youth | Full Text | References | PDF (692 KB) | EPUB
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The association of serum markers of fibrosis and development of liver cirrhosis in chronic hepatitis B patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Yongdi Chen, Gaofeng Cai, Chu Zhang, Jun Yao, Zhengting Wang, Zhifang Wang, Chonggao Hu, Huakun Lv, Li Li & Biao Zhou
Article: 1619896
Published online: 18 Jul 2019
AbstractforThe association of serum markers of fibrosis and development of liver cirrhosis in chronic hepatitis B patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (1.3 MB) | EPUB
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Validating an adapted questionnaire to measure belongingness of medical students in clinical settings
Ahoane Qureshi, Emanuele Fino, Pirashanthie Vivekananda-Schmidt & J Sandars
Article: 1620087
Published online: 18 Jul 2019
AbstractforValidating an adapted questionnaire to measure belongingness of medical students in clinical settings | Full Text | References | PDF (568.4 KB) | EPUB
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Correction
Article: 1633609
Published online: 23 Jun 2019
CitationforCorrection | Full Text | PDF (336.1 KB) | EPUB
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Alcohol expectancies in persons with severe mental illness and posttraumatic stress disorder
Pallavi Nishith, Kim T. Mueser & Gary A. Morse
Article: 1635805
Published online: 02 Jul 2019
AbstractforAlcohol expectancies in persons with severe mental illness and posttraumatic stress disorder | Full Text | References | PDF (595.6 KB) | EPUB
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Extracellular vesicles-based drug delivery system for cancer treatment
Banuja Balachandran & Yuana Yuana
Article: 1635806
Published online: 05 Jul 2019
AbstractforExtracellular vesicles-based drug delivery system for cancer treatment | Full Text | References | PDF (1.1 MB) | EPUB
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Multiple lifestyle interventions reverses hypertension
Albert Sanchez, S. Christine Chung, Alfredo Mejia, Francisco E. Ramirez, Gerald W. Shavlik, Randall L. Bivens, Sherine Brown-Fraser & Roger D. Gallant
Article: 1636534
Published online: 30 Jul 2019
AbstractforMultiple lifestyle interventions reverses hypertension | Full Text | References | PDF (1.4 MB) | EPUB
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Association of Xmn1 polymorphism and consanguineous marriage with fetal hemoglobin in Syrian patients with sickle cell disease
Fariz Kahhaleh, M Ameen Sulaiman & Faizeh Alquobaili
Article: 1639243
Published online: 19 Jul 2019
AbstractforAssociation of Xmn1 polymorphism and consanguineous marriage with fetal hemoglobin in Syrian patients with sickle cell disease | Full Text | References | PDF (759.3 KB) | EPUB
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Lipid accumulation product (LAP) index as a potential risk assessment for cardiovascular risk stratification among type II diabetes mellitus in a Ghanaian population: A cross-sectional study
Evans Asamoah Adu, Christian Obirikorang, Emmanuel Acheampong, Aaron Siaw Kwakye, Foster Fokuoh, Yaa Obirikorang, Enoch Odame Anto, Emmanuella Nsenbah Batu, Brodrick Yeboah Amoah & Patience N. Ansong
Article: 1639880
Published online: 16 Jul 2019
AbstractforLipid accumulation product (LAP) index as a potential risk assessment for cardiovascular risk stratification among type II diabetes mellitus in a Ghanaian population: A cross-sectional study | Full Text | References | PDF (765 KB) | EPUB
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Autologous ear cartilage as a carrier for the Boston Type Ⅰ Keratoprosthesis in a rabbit model
Yeqi Zhou, Yuying Zhang, Jiajie Zhai, Zhancong Ou, Jiaqi Chen & Jianjun Gu
Article: 1644706
Published online: 31 Jul 2019
AbstractforAutologous ear cartilage as a carrier for the Boston Type Ⅰ Keratoprosthesis in a rabbit model | Full Text | References | PDF (1.2 MB) | EPUB
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RETRACTED ARTICLE: Antihyperglycemic and anti-inflammatory activities of polyphenolic-rich extract of Artocarpus heterophyllus lam stem bark in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats
Basiru Olaitan Ajiboye, Oluwafemi Adeleke Ojo, Babatunji Emmanuel Oyinloye, Mary Abiola Okesola, Adeyonu Oluwatosin, Aline Augusti Boligon & Abidemi Paul Kappo
Article: 1649628
Published online: 18 Aug 2019
First Page PreviewforRETRACTED ARTICLE: Antihyperglycemic and anti-inflammatory activities of polyphenolic-rich extract of Artocarpus heterophyllus lam stem bark in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats | PDF (1.1 MB)
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Health literacy test for limited literacy populations (HELT-LL): Validation in South Africa
Chipiwa Marimwe & Ros Dowse
Article: 1650417
Published online: 08 Aug 2019
AbstractforHealth literacy test for limited literacy populations (HELT-LL): Validation in South Africa | Full Text | References | PDF (801.3 KB) | EPUB
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Barriers to eye care among participants of a mobile eye clinic
Kousanee Chheda, Rong Wu, Tosha Zaback & Mitchell V. Brinks
Article: 1650693
Published online: 20 Aug 2019
AbstractforBarriers to eye care among participants of a mobile eye clinic | Full Text | References | PDF (984.7 KB) | EPUB
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Influenza A (H1N1) outbreak in the Asokore Mampong Sub – Municipal, Ghana: A case report
Justice Ofori-Amoah, Reindolf Anokye, Alfred Mensah, Francisca Ahiavih Esinam, John Baffoe Yeboah & Isaac Kofi Kontor
Article: 1648196
Published online: 01 Aug 2019
AbstractforInfluenza A (H1N1) outbreak in the Asokore Mampong Sub – Municipal, Ghana: A case report | Full Text | References | PDF (685.9 KB) | EPUB
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Christians’ perceptions of HIV prevention in Benin City, Nigeria: Implications for HIV/AIDS communication
Sam Erevbenagie Usadolo
Article: 1658957
Published online: 26 Aug 2019
AbstractforChristians’ perceptions of HIV prevention in Benin City, Nigeria: Implications for HIV/AIDS communication | Full Text | References | PDF (814.6 KB) | EPUB
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Retraction
Article: 1661150
Published online: 03 Sep 2019
CitationforRetraction | Full Text | PDF (337 KB) | EPUB
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Evaluating the effects of participatory training in improving knowledge and skills on basic life support among commercial motorcyclists: A quasi-Experimental study in addressing road traffic injuries
Evaristus Peter Makota & Stephen Mathew Kibusi
Article: 1665937
Published online: 15 Oct 2019
AbstractforEvaluating the effects of participatory training in improving knowledge and skills on basic life support among commercial motorcyclists: A quasi-Experimental study in addressing road traffic injuries | Full Text | References | PDF (798.3 KB) | EPUB
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The effects of message framing characteristics on physical activity education: A systematic review
Jayde Williams, Melissa Saken, Suzanne Gough & Wayne Hing
Article: 1666619
Published online: 22 Sep 2019
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“Female nurses: Professional identity in question how female nurses perceive their professional identity through their relationships with physicians”
Dorit Weil Lotan
Article: 1666626
Published online: 24 Sep 2019
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Improving assessment quality in professional higher education: Could external peer review of items be the answer?
Susanne Skjervold Smeby, Børge Lillebo, Vidar Gynnild, Eivind Samstad, Rune Standal, Heidi Knobel, Anne Vik & Tobias S. Slørdahl
Article: 1659746
Published online: 13 Sep 2019
AbstractforImproving assessment quality in professional higher education: Could external peer review of items be the answer? | Full Text | References | PDF (628.5 KB) | EPUB
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Physiological demands and nutritional considerations for Olympic-style competitive rock climbing
Marisa K. Michael, Oliver C. Witard & Lanae Joubert
Article: 1667199
Published online: 18 Sep 2019
AbstractforPhysiological demands and nutritional considerations for Olympic-style competitive rock climbing | Full Text | References | PDF (720.8 KB) | EPUB
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Subjective sensitivity data: Considerations to treat heteroscedasticity
Daniel Schmidt, Andresa M.C. Germano & Thomas L. Milani
Article: 1673086
Published online: 03 Oct 2019
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Injuries in Swedish floorball players: A nationwide matched cohort study
Taru Tervo, Helena Nyström & Anna Nordström
Article: 1673087
Published online: 07 Oct 2019
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Enabling collaboration and building trust among health science students attending an interprofessional educational project
Line Nortvedt, Dorte Lybye Norenberg, Nora Hagstrøm & Inger Taasen
Article: 1669401
Published online: 26 Sep 2019
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Risky behaviours among adolescents in a rural community. A study conducted at Kwabre East District, Ashanti Region of Ghana
Ramatu Agambire, Cecilia Ackon Ansong & Charles Adusei
Article: 1673653
Published online: 08 Oct 2019
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Understanding the burden of injuries in Nepal: A systematic review of published studies
J.A. Mytton, S. Bhatta, M. Thorne & P.R. Pant
Article: 1673654
Published online: 14 Oct 2019
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Measuring adherence in pediatric hemophilia patients: French-language adaptation of the VERITAS-Pro and VERITAS-PRN and psychometric properties
Sarah Bérubé, Émélie Rondeau & Serge Sultan
Article: 1673659
Published online: 07 Oct 2019
AbstractforMeasuring adherence in pediatric hemophilia patients: French-language adaptation of the VERITAS-Pro and VERITAS-PRN and psychometric properties | Full Text | References | PDF (654 KB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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Development, feasibility, acceptability, and adjustment of a portable, multifactorial falls risk test battery for community-dwelling older adults.
Gustav V. Sørensen, Martin G. Jørgensen, Jesper Ryg, Tahir Masud & Stig Andersen
Article: 1674099
Published online: 13 Oct 2019
AbstractforDevelopment, feasibility, acceptability, and adjustment of a portable, multifactorial falls risk test battery for community-dwelling older adults. | Full Text | References | PDF (782.1 KB) | EPUB
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Interprofessional education and practice guide: Developing interprofessional community-based clinical experiences
Terry Eggenberger, Eugenia Millender, Joanna Drowos & Nancey E.M. France
Article: 1676582
Published online: 23 Oct 2019
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Muscle activity in throwing with the dominant and non-dominant arm
Johann P. Kuhtz-Buschbeck & Patrick Keller
Article: 1678221
Published online: 18 Oct 2019
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Lutein/zeaxanthin intake and visual outcomes in adults with healthy eyes: Qualitative gap analysis
Gowri Raman, Danielle Haslam, Esther Avendano & Elizabeth J. Johnson
Article: 1683939
Published online: 04 Nov 2019
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Qualitative assessment for extrapersonal neglect in patients with stroke using a virtual reality system task
Masaki Tamura, Makoto Shirakawa, Zhi-wei Luo, Kazue Noda & Rumi Tanemura
Article: 1687272
Published online: 10 Dec 2019
AbstractforQualitative assessment for extrapersonal neglect in patients with stroke using a virtual reality system task | Full Text | References | PDF (1.1 MB) | EPUB
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11th Excellence in Pediatrics Conference – 2019 Book of Abstracts
Excellence in Pediatrics
Article: 1694205
Published online: 04 Dec 2019
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Rape without remedy: Congolese refugees in South Africa
Theresa Alfaro-Velcamp & Robert H. McLaughlin
Article: 1697502
Published online: 06 Dec 2019
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Cardiopulmonary exercise performance of cancer survivors and patients with stable coronary artery disease with preserved ejection fraction compared to healthy controls
S Wernhart & M Halle
Article: 1697503
Published online: 29 Nov 2019
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NAG-PEGylated multilamellar liposomes for BBB-GLUT transporter targeting
Nahid S. Kamal, Muhammad J. Habib, Ahmed S. Zidan & Pradeep K. Karla
Article: 1701343
Published online: 08 Jan 2020
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A comprehensive view to reflection on the palliative care approach for family medicine residents: A modified Delphi method
Jun Hamano, Junji Haruta, Naoto Ishimaru, Takahiro Otsuka, Naoko Den, Keiichiro Sakato, Takuma Kimura & Ryo Yamamoto
Article: 1704137
Published online: 22 Dec 2019
AbstractforA comprehensive view to reflection on the palliative care approach for family medicine residents: A modified Delphi method | Full Text | References | PDF (1.6 MB) | EPUB
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Daily self-care and cognitive restructuring: A potentially potent prescription for physician wellness
Heidi Allespach, Yvonne Diaz, Mary Ann Burg & Joan E. St Onge
Article: 1704151
Published online: 18 Dec 2019
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Physical activity levels in the second trimester of pregnancy and related demographic factors: A cross-sectional secondary data analysis
Haruka Kikuchi-Noguchi, Mie Shiraishi, Masayo Matsuzaki & Megumi Haruna
Article: 1704607
Published online: 22 Dec 2019
AbstractforPhysical activity levels in the second trimester of pregnancy and related demographic factors: A cross-sectional secondary data analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (632.8 KB) | EPUB
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Echocardiographic E/A inversion and air trapping at rest are associated with an exaggerated blood pressure response in medically controlled hypertensives during bicycle ergometry
Simon Wernhart & Martin Halle
Article: 1707014
Published online: 22 Dec 2019
AbstractforEchocardiographic E/A inversion and air trapping at rest are associated with an exaggerated blood pressure response in medically controlled hypertensives during bicycle ergometry | Full Text | References | PDF (692.8 KB) | EPUB
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