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Influence of Prebiotic Cranberry Products on Fecal and Vaginal Microbiota in Healthy Women for Urinary Tract Infection Prevention: An In Vitro and In Vivo Investigation Open

Ahhria Kirkendall, Christy L. Teets, Shirley Arbizu, Hira Shakoor, Jagrani Minj , et al. · 2025

ASSESSMENT OF STUDENTS' KNOWLEDGE AND SURVEY OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES IN PAKISTAN Open

Shumaila Khan, Hira Shakoor, Naveeda Akhtar Qureshi, Sajid Ullah Khan, Muhammad Abdur Rehman , et al. · 2025

Background: Hepatitis remains a major global health concern, contributing to over one million deaths annually. Despite being largely preventable through vaccination, education, and proper infection control, knowledge gaps persist among hea…

TYPE 2 DIABETES IN PESHAWAR: A SURVEY OF PREVALENCE AND KEY RISK FACTORS Open

Tasleem Orakzai, Ramsha Nazar, Hira Shakoor, Muhammad Zulfiqar Ali, ⁠Rabia Shafiq , et al. · 2025

Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a prevalent metabolic disorder characterized by insulin resistance and chronic hyperglycemia, leading to severe complications if not effectively managed. Its incidence is rapidly increasing, p…

A randomised controlled feasibility trial of Behavioural activation as a treatment for people with diabetes and depression: (DiaDeM feasibility trial) Open

Naveed Ahmed, Gerardo A. Zavala, Faraz Siddiqui, Faiza Aslam, Ada Keding , et al. · 2024

Good recruitment and retention rates, completeness of data collection, and high acceptability of the intervention showed that it would be feasible to undertake a full-scale trial.

Tale of two assays: Comparison of modern donor-derived cell-free DNA technologies Open

Brian Hsi, Johanna Van Zyl, Komal Alam, Hira Shakoor, Dana Farsakh , et al. · 2024

Does temporary mechanical circulatory support with Impella 5.5 induce de novo human leukocyte antigen antibodies production in heart transplantation candidates? Open

Amit Alam, Johanna Van Zyl, Staci McKean, Ahmad B. Abdelrehim, Hira Shakoor , et al. · 2024

Short-term use of Impella 5.5 in the new heart allocation system does not appear to increase risk of de novo HLA antibody development. Further studies are needed to validate these preliminary findings.

The Muscle-Conditioned Medium Containing Protocatechuic Acid Improves Insulin Resistance by Modulating Muscle Communication with Liver and Adipose Tissue Open

Hira Shakoor, Haneen Hussein, Nour Al-Hassan, Mouza Alketbi, Jaleel Kizhakkayil , et al. · 2023

Diabetes mellitus is a public health concern, affecting 10.5% of the population. Protocatechuic acid (PCA), a polyphenol, exerts beneficial effects on insulin resistance and diabetes. This study investigated the role of PCA in improving in…

Alert! Does Prolonged Temporary Support Induce an Immunological Response? Open

Hira Shakoor, Ahmad Abdelrehim, Neville Maliakkal, Staci McKean, Caroline Harrison , et al. · 2023

Little is known about the development of human leukocyte antigen antibodies with use of the temporary transvalvular pump 5.5 mechanical circulatory support device. This case reports a patient who developed de novo antibodies prior to his h…

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Vishnu Kadiyala, Sokunvichet Long, Phinnara Has, Fabio Lima, Charles Sherrod , et al. · 2023

Cancer Patients during COVID-19 Pandemic: A Mini-Review Open

Maryam Linjawi, Hira Shakoor, Serene Hilary, Habiba I. Ali, Ayesha S. Al Dhaheri , et al. · 2023

Since its emergence, coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has affected the entire world and all commerce and industries, including healthcare systems. COVID-19 adversely affects cancer patients because they are immunocompromised. Increased …

Prevalence of Hepatitis B and C, Tuberculosis, and Human Immune Deficiency Virus among injection drug users of Punjab, Pakistan-A cross sectional study Open

Rabia Nawaz, Hira Shakoor, Muhammad Shahid, Ammara Ahad, Sabeen Sabri , et al. · 2022

Objective: To determine prevalence and factors associated with various infectious diseases such as Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, HIV, and Tuberculosis, among injection drug users (IDUs), from different rehabilitation centers in several cities …

The Effects of Bariatric Surgery on Vitamin B Status and Mental Health Open

Amna Al Mansoori, Hira Shakoor, Habiba I. Ali, Jack Feehan, Ayesha S. Al Dhaheri , et al. · 2021

Diet is a modifiable factor that ensures optimal growth, biochemical performance, improved mood and mental functioning. Lack of nutrients, notably vitamin B, has an impact on human health and wellbeing. The United Arab Emirates is facing a…

Effect of Calorie Restriction and Exercise on Type 2 Diabetes Open

Hira Shakoor, Vasso Apostolopoulos, Jack Feehan, Habiba I. Ali, Leila Cheikh Ismail , et al. · 2021

Type-2 diabetes (T2D) is a chronic condition, generally regarded as an irreversible, that is among the top 10 causes of death globally. The hallmark of T2D is hyperglycemia, which results from disturbances in insulin sensitivity, insulin s…

Role of vitamin D supplementation in aging patients with COVID-19 Open

Hira Shakoor, Jack Feehan, Ayesha S. Al Dhaheri, Leila Cheikh Ismail, Habiba I. Ali , et al. · 2021

Immunomodulatory Effects of Dietary Polyphenols Open

Hira Shakoor, Jack Feehan, Vasso Apostolopoulos, Carine Platat, Ayesha S. Al Dhaheri , et al. · 2021

Functional and nutraceutical foods provide an alternative way to improve immune function to aid in the management of various diseases. Traditionally, many medicinal products have been derived from natural compounds with healing properties.…

Be well: A potential role for vitamin B in COVID-19 Open

Hira Shakoor, Jack Feehan, Kathleen Mikkelsen, Ayesha S. Al Dhaheri, Habiba I. Ali , et al. · 2020

Immune-boosting role of vitamins D, C, E, zinc, selenium and omega-3 fatty acids: Could they help against COVID-19? Open

Hira Shakoor, Jack Feehan, Ayesha S. Al Dhaheri, Habiba I. Ali, Carine Platat , et al. · 2020

Development of omega‐3 rich eggs through dietary flaxseed and bio‐evaluation in metabolic syndrome Open

Hira Shakoor, Muhammad Issa Khan, Amna Sahar, Muhammad Kashif Iqbal Khan, Furukh Faiz , et al. · 2020

An egg is a nutrient‐dense food that contains protein, fats, vitamins, and minerals. It is proven that the consumption of eggs influences serum lipid concentration. Therefore, a study was conducted to investigate the effect of normal and o…

NUTRITIONAL STATUS AND DIETARY INTAKE OF BOARDER FEMALE STUDENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE, PESHAWAR, PAKISTAN Open

Hira Shakoor, Saleem Khan, Muhammad Samiullah, Falak Zeb, Usman Iqbal , et al. · 2017

OBJECTIVES: To assess the nutritional status and dietary intake of boarder female students of the University of Agriculture, Peshawar, Pakistan. METHODS: This cross-sectional study was conducted from March to June, 2014. A convenient sampl…

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