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View article: Evaluating dietary habits of adults and their relationship with sleep quality in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Evaluating dietary habits of adults and their relationship with sleep quality in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Open
Introduction Sleep plays a vital role in daily functioning and well-being, yet insufficient sleep is a growing global concern influenced by modern lifestyles. Methods This study examined the relationship between dietary habits, and sleep q…
View article: <b>Knowledge, Attitude, and Obstacles to Hand Hygiene Practices in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: A Preliminary Cross-Sectional Study</b>
<b>Knowledge, Attitude, and Obstacles to Hand Hygiene Practices in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: A Preliminary Cross-Sectional Study</b> Open
Objectives: As a primary objective, this study aims to assess healthcare workers' knowledge and attitudes about hand hygiene (HH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. A secondary objective is to identify barriers to HH implementation. Methods: In a cr…
View article: Effects of exercise conducted prior to phenylketonuria-type meal on appetite, satiety hormones and energy expenditure: a randomised cross-over trial
Effects of exercise conducted prior to phenylketonuria-type meal on appetite, satiety hormones and energy expenditure: a randomised cross-over trial Open
View article: Knowledge, Attitude, and Obstacles to Hand Hygiene Practices in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: A Preliminary Cross-Sectional Study
Knowledge, Attitude, and Obstacles to Hand Hygiene Practices in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: A Preliminary Cross-Sectional Study Open
Background: As a primary objective, this study aims to assess healthcare workers' knowledge and attitudes about hand hygiene (HH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. A secondary objective is to identify barriers to HH implementation. Methods: In a cr…
View article: The Arabic Version of Compulsive Exercise Test among Saudi Population; Translation and Validation
The Arabic Version of Compulsive Exercise Test among Saudi Population; Translation and Validation Open
Compulsive exercise is a condition characterized by uncontrollable exercise behaviour that may lead to severe and harmful physical and psychological consequences. Indeed, compulsive exercise is among the early symptoms of eating disorders …
View article: The Impact of Non-pharmacological Interventions on Blood Pressure Control in Patients With Hypertension: A Systematic Review
The Impact of Non-pharmacological Interventions on Blood Pressure Control in Patients With Hypertension: A Systematic Review Open
View article: Enhancing Physical and Psychosocial Health of Older Adults in Saudi Arabia through Walking: Comparison between Supervised Group-Based and Non-Supervised Individual-Based Walking
Enhancing Physical and Psychosocial Health of Older Adults in Saudi Arabia through Walking: Comparison between Supervised Group-Based and Non-Supervised Individual-Based Walking Open
Walking is widely recognized as one of the most common and effective forms of physical activity, particularly for older adults. This study examined the comparative effects of two types of walking interventions, including supervised group-b…
View article: The effects of walking on frailty, cognitive function and quality of life among inactive older adults in Saudi Arabia: a study protocol of randomized control trial by comparing supervised group-based intervention and non-supervised individual-based intervention
The effects of walking on frailty, cognitive function and quality of life among inactive older adults in Saudi Arabia: a study protocol of randomized control trial by comparing supervised group-based intervention and non-supervised individual-based intervention Open
Background Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) demographics are also changing with the increase in life expectancy in the country and the rise in the number of older Saudi Arabians. Saudi Arabia has a higher rate of physically inactive people, a…
View article: Risk factors predicting disease severity and mortality in coronavirus disease 2019 Saudi Arabian patients
Risk factors predicting disease severity and mortality in coronavirus disease 2019 Saudi Arabian patients Open
CONTEXT: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) became a global pandemic that may be associated with significant associated risk factors. AIMS: The aim of this study was to evaluate the factors predisposing risk to death in COVID-19 patients.…
View article: Vitamin D serum level predicts stroke clinical severity, functional independence, and disability—A retrospective cohort study
Vitamin D serum level predicts stroke clinical severity, functional independence, and disability—A retrospective cohort study Open
Background Stroke is a leading cause of mortality and disability and one of the most common neurological conditions globally. Many studies focused on vitamin D as a stroke risk factor, but only a few focused on its serum level as a predict…
View article: Comparison of pregnancy outcomes between women of advanced maternal age (≥35 years) versus younger women in a tertiary care center in Saudi Arabia
Comparison of pregnancy outcomes between women of advanced maternal age (≥35 years) versus younger women in a tertiary care center in Saudi Arabia Open
BACKGROUND: Pregnancy in women aged 35 years or above is generally considered an advanced maternal age (AMA). AMA is associated with an increased rate of maternal and neonatal complications. OBJECTIVES: Assess the effect of AMA on maternal…
View article: Antioxidant potential of bulk and nanoparticles of naringenin against cadmium-induced oxidative stress in Nile tilapia, <i>Oreochromis niloticus</i>
Antioxidant potential of bulk and nanoparticles of naringenin against cadmium-induced oxidative stress in Nile tilapia, <i>Oreochromis niloticus</i> Open
The study assessed the attenuating effect of citrus flavonone, naringenin, and its nanoformulation against cadmium (Cd) toxicity in Nile tilapia ( Oreochromis niloticus ). Nanoparticles of naringenin (NNn) were synthesized; size 165.1 nm (…
View article: Fundamental Concepts of Hydrogels: Synthesis, Properties, and Their Applications
Fundamental Concepts of Hydrogels: Synthesis, Properties, and Their Applications Open
In the present review, we focused on the fundamental concepts of hydrogels—classification, the polymers involved, synthesis methods, types of hydrogels, properties, and applications of the hydrogel. Hydrogels can be synthesized from natura…
View article: Intralesional corticosteroid injections for the treatment of oral lichen planus: A systematic review
Intralesional corticosteroid injections for the treatment of oral lichen planus: A systematic review Open
Background: Oral lichen planus is a chronic, immune-mediated disease that can impact the oral cavity significantly. Treatment options include topical and systemic corticosteroid therapy based on the disease severity. Intra-lesional cortico…
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Development of Ferrite-Based Temperature Sensors for Magnetic Resonance Imaging: A Study of Open
We investigate the use of Cu1-x Zn x Fe2O4 ferrites (0.60 < x < 0.76) as potential sensors for magnetic- resonance-imaging thermometry. Samples are prepared by a standard cer…