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View article: The role of inferior vena cava diameter and collapsibility index assessment of fluid status among hemodialysis dependent patients : A cross sectional comparative study
The role of inferior vena cava diameter and collapsibility index assessment of fluid status among hemodialysis dependent patients : A cross sectional comparative study Open
Introduction: Accurate assessment of fluid status in hemodialysis dependent patients to achieve a euvolumic state remains the cornerstone of Chronic Kidney disease management. There are various clinical and physical examination parameters …
View article: Prevalence and interventions for anxiety and depression in children and adolescents
Prevalence and interventions for anxiety and depression in children and adolescents Open
Anxiety and depression rank among the most prevalent mental health disorders impacting children and adolescents globally, carrying significant consequences for development, academic achievement, and long-term well-being. It is essential to…
View article: Machine Learning Applications in Population and Public Health: Guidelines for Development, Testing, and Implementation
Machine Learning Applications in Population and Public Health: Guidelines for Development, Testing, and Implementation Open
Machine learning (ML), a subset of artificial intelligence, uses large datasets to identify patterns between potential predictors and outcomes. ML involves iterative learning from data and is increasingly used in population and public heal…
View article: When Governance Meets Finance: Explaining Inequality in BRICS through Nonlinear Evidence
When Governance Meets Finance: Explaining Inequality in BRICS through Nonlinear Evidence Open
Why do fast-growing economies like BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) remain trapped in persistent income inequality? This study tackles that puzzle by examining how governance quality and financial development jointly …
View article: NCDs burden among immigrant communities: global perspectives
NCDs burden among immigrant communities: global perspectives Open
Background Globally, the burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) falls disproportionately on underserved populations. Immigrants are particularly vulnerable due to economic instability, social and institutional marginalization and persi…
View article: Broadening dementia risk models: building on the 2024 Lancet Commission report for a more inclusive global framework
Broadening dementia risk models: building on the 2024 Lancet Commission report for a more inclusive global framework Open
View article: Artificial Intelligence Applications in the Prediction and Management of Pediatric Asthma Exacerbation: A Systematic Review
Artificial Intelligence Applications in the Prediction and Management of Pediatric Asthma Exacerbation: A Systematic Review Open
Pediatric asthma exacerbations remain a significant global health challenge due to their unpredictable nature and potential for severe morbidity. While artificial intelligence (AI) shows promise in improving prediction and management, the …
View article: Co-Use of Alcohol and Cannabis During COVID-19: Associations Between Sociodemographic Factors and Self-Reported Mental Health Symptoms and Heavy Episodic Drinking in Canadian Adults
Co-Use of Alcohol and Cannabis During COVID-19: Associations Between Sociodemographic Factors and Self-Reported Mental Health Symptoms and Heavy Episodic Drinking in Canadian Adults Open
This study estimates the prevalence of co-use of alcohol and cannabis, assesses the sociodemographic risk factors of co-use, and examines the associations between mental health and heavy episodic drinking (HED) and alcohol–cannabis co-use …
View article: Clinical profile, management, and outcome of electric burn injuries at a tertiary care hospital
Clinical profile, management, and outcome of electric burn injuries at a tertiary care hospital Open
Objective: To determine the clinical profile, management and outcomes of electric burn injury cases in a tertiary care setting. Method: The prospective, cross-sectional study was conducted at the Jinnah Burns and Reconstructive Surgery Cen…
View article: Measuring Aversion to Income-Related Health Inequality in Canada: An Equity-Efficiency Trade-Off Experiment
Measuring Aversion to Income-Related Health Inequality in Canada: An Equity-Efficiency Trade-Off Experiment Open
Our findings suggest a strong aversion to income-related health inequality among the respondents with more than half being classified as egalitarians.
View article: <b>Impacts of Financial Inclusion on Income Inequality; Mediating Effects of Institutional Economic Framework and Government Policies: An Empirical Analysis of Pakistan</b>
<b>Impacts of Financial Inclusion on Income Inequality; Mediating Effects of Institutional Economic Framework and Government Policies: An Empirical Analysis of Pakistan</b> Open
Economic development, together with poverty reduction, depends on financial inclusion as an important strategic approach. The growth of financial inclusion in Pakistan matches other developing countries, yet there is no established system …
View article: Evaluation of Apelin, Elabela, and Certain Biomarkers in Patients with Metabolic Disease Associated with Obesity
Evaluation of Apelin, Elabela, and Certain Biomarkers in Patients with Metabolic Disease Associated with Obesity Open
Background: A novel peptide known as Elabela was recently discovered; it functions similarly to apelin and acts through apelin receptors. This research is to compare the characteristics and biological roles of apelin and Elabela in patient…
View article: Systematic Review of Respiratory Complications in Pregnant Patients: Evidence and Recommendations
Systematic Review of Respiratory Complications in Pregnant Patients: Evidence and Recommendations Open
Respiratory complications during pregnancy can significantly affect maternal and fetal health. This systematic review aims to consolidate existing literature on the prevalence, risk factors, and management of respiratory complications in p…
View article: Quick fixes, lasting problems: Rethinking obesity management through a public health lens beyond pharmacological solutions
Quick fixes, lasting problems: Rethinking obesity management through a public health lens beyond pharmacological solutions Open
In response to the obesity epidemic, pharmacological treatments have gained significant attention for their ability to produce substantial weight loss in the short-term. However, the increasing reliance on these medication risks narrowing …
View article: Public preferences for allocating health system resources in Canada: a systematic review
Public preferences for allocating health system resources in Canada: a systematic review Open
View article: Determinants of Compliance to Therapeutic Recommendations and Self Mangement among Patients with Heart Failure
Determinants of Compliance to Therapeutic Recommendations and Self Mangement among Patients with Heart Failure Open
View article: Machine learning used to study risk factors for chronic diseases: A scoping review
Machine learning used to study risk factors for chronic diseases: A scoping review Open
Objectives Machine learning (ML) has received significant attention for its potential to process and learn from vast amounts of data. Our aim was to perform a scoping review to identify studies that used ML to study risk factors for chroni…
View article: The value of mental science: we publish what matters
The value of mental science: we publish what matters Open
Summary Recent changes to US research funding are having far-reaching consequences that imperil the integrity of science and the provision of care to vulnerable populations. Resisting these changes, the BJPsych Portfolio reaffirms its comm…
View article: Prevalence and Factors Associated with the Use of Artificial Sweeteners in Nonpregnant, Nonlactating Females of Reproductive Age – A Systematic Review
Prevalence and Factors Associated with the Use of Artificial Sweeteners in Nonpregnant, Nonlactating Females of Reproductive Age – A Systematic Review Open
This review highlights significant AS/NNS consumption among nonpregnant, nonlactating females of reproductive age. The findings underscore the need for further research on the long-term health implications of AS/NNS use in this population.…
View article: Interdependence or Contagion? Examining the Correlation between Australia and New Zealand Equity Markets
Interdependence or Contagion? Examining the Correlation between Australia and New Zealand Equity Markets Open
View article: Co-Use of Alcohol and Cannabis During COVID-19: Associations Between Sociodemographic Factors and Self-Reported Mental Health Symptoms and Heavy Episodic Drinking in Canadian Adults
Co-Use of Alcohol and Cannabis During COVID-19: Associations Between Sociodemographic Factors and Self-Reported Mental Health Symptoms and Heavy Episodic Drinking in Canadian Adults Open
This study estimates the prevalence of co-use of alcohol and cannabis, assesses the sociodemographic risk factors of co-use, and examines the associations between mental health and heavy episodic drinking (HED) and co-use of alcohol and ca…
View article: Enhancing Obstetric Decision-Making With AI: A Systematic Review of AI Models for Predicting Mode of Delivery
Enhancing Obstetric Decision-Making With AI: A Systematic Review of AI Models for Predicting Mode of Delivery Open
View article: High Serum Levels of Irisin, Visfatin and Adiponectin as Potential Independent Risk Factors for Diabetic Nephropathy Progression in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
High Serum Levels of Irisin, Visfatin and Adiponectin as Potential Independent Risk Factors for Diabetic Nephropathy Progression in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Open
High irisin levels in normo-albuminuric patients indicates their potential to develop DN even prior to detectable albuminuria. Both irisin and adiponectin may be considered as potential biomarkers indicating risk for DN progression in T2DM…
View article: Characterizing suicidal thoughts and behaviours in individuals presenting to a psychiatric emergency department: a protocol for a multimethod approach for suicide prevention research
Characterizing suicidal thoughts and behaviours in individuals presenting to a psychiatric emergency department: a protocol for a multimethod approach for suicide prevention research Open
Introduction Identifying individuals at risk of suicide remains an ongoing challenge. Previous research investigating risk factors for suicidal thoughts and behaviours (STB) has been informative for assessing suicide risk. However, the com…
View article: Performance enhancement of evacuated tube solar collectors: A review
Performance enhancement of evacuated tube solar collectors: A review Open
Solar thermal energy is essential for industrial and home applications, such as solar drying, space heating, water heating, and water desalination. Solar collectors are essential elements in these systems, as they transform solar irradianc…
View article: Life span policies and macroeconomic transition will help the 21st‐century brain health revolution in developing countries
Life span policies and macroeconomic transition will help the 21st‐century brain health revolution in developing countries Open
In 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) issued the Intersectoral Global Action Plan for Epilepsy and Other Neurological Disorders for 2022 to 2031, emphasizing important connections between brain health, population well‐being, and eco…
View article: Investing in equitable healthy aging: Why Africa must reform social pension schemes to improve Alzheimer's disease and dementia outcomes
Investing in equitable healthy aging: Why Africa must reform social pension schemes to improve Alzheimer's disease and dementia outcomes Open
The eligibility criteria for social pension schemes in Africa hinder equitable and healthy aging. In 2019, women in 14 sub‐Saharan African countries had an average life expectancy of 67 years but a healthy life expectancy of only 57 years,…
View article: The impact of hypertension prevention and modification on dementia burden: A systematic review of economic studies
The impact of hypertension prevention and modification on dementia burden: A systematic review of economic studies Open
Hypertension modification has the potential to reduce the burden of dementia in a cost-effective way. However, further economic evaluations of applied interventions are needed to determine real-world feasibility and cost-effectiveness.
View article: A Study of Cultural Influence on Marketing Management of Retail Sector
A Study of Cultural Influence on Marketing Management of Retail Sector Open
View article: Transforming Growth Factor Beta 1, Ca15-3 and Serum Retinol Levels as Biomarkers of Disease Progression in Diabetic Nephropathy Associated with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Transforming Growth Factor Beta 1, Ca15-3 and Serum Retinol Levels as Biomarkers of Disease Progression in Diabetic Nephropathy Associated with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Open