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Jul 2025 DOI 10.14302/issn.2766-8681.jcsr-25-5618
Raul IseaCorresponding author
Humanity is persistently threatened by global pandemics- exemplified by the Black plague, the Spanish flu, and COVID-19, which reveal a continual absence of concern in real-time prevention. To forecast biological threats in the future and spur proactive human response, the term Global Biological Con…
Jun 2025 DOI 10.14302/issn.2379-7835.ijn-25-5560
Yeon BaiCorresponding author
The benefits of exclusive breastfeeding are well-known. Despite the legislative and systemic efforts to promote breastfeeding in South Korea, the nation’s current rate of exclusive breastfeeding (5.2%) during the infant’s first six months is alarming. Under the framework of the theory of planned beh…
Jan 2025 DOI 10.14302/issn.2644-1101.jhp-24-5355
Izzeldin AbuelaishCorresponding author
This paper examines the concept of conflict- and war-related hatred as a multifaceted construct. Drawing upon various theoretical frameworks, we hypothesized that hatred in the context of conflict and war would encompass five distinct dimensions: Groupthink (Contagious Hatred), Destructiveness, Expo…
Oct 2024 DOI 10.14302/issn.2574-4518.jsdr-24-5287
Michael HastCorresponding author
Background/Aim This study aimed to examine the relationship between loneliness and bedtime procrastination in young adults in Germany, offering critical insights into the development and maintenance of both conditions. Specifically, it sought to test a new model that connects these two psychological…
Jun 2024 DOI 10.14302/issn.2641-4538.jphi-24-5106
Masoud MohammadnezhadCorresponding author
Introduction Compared to their heterosexual counterparts, cisgender LGBTQ+ youth are more likely to experience numerous mental health conditions, for instance, suicidal ideation, stress, and anxiety. This study aimed to explore mental health disparities among LGBTQ+ youth while identifying strategie…
May 2024 DOI 10.14302/issn.2576-9383.jhhr-24-5097
Ralph J JohnsonCorresponding author
A letter to the editor comments on animal research ethics, post‑service roles in humanitarian response, and public health preparedness. It advocates clear oversight, training, and accountability frameworks for paramilitary substitutes in HA/DR.
Feb 2024 DOI 10.14302/issn.2641-4538.jphi-23-4871
Nnenna Mba-OduwusiCorresponding author
Background This study evaluates the effectiveness of quality improvement (QI) strategies in mid-level private healthcare facilities in Lagos State, with a focus on the structural components, healthcare processes, and healthcare outcomes. Employing the Donabedian model, the research aims to comprehen…
Dec 2023 DOI 10.14302/issn.2690-4829.jen-23-4799
Patrizia GartnerCorresponding author
Polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) technologies hold promise for sustainable energy solutions, yet pinhole-related challenges persist. Our research introduces a novel biohybrid approach to self-healing, enhancing multiple healing cycles with minimal membrane disruption. Initial steps involve immobil…
Sep 2023 DOI 10.14302/issn.2641-4538.jphi-23-4635
Salma R. AlKalbaniCorresponding author
Tobacco use remains a leading cause of harm to public health. Despite nearly two decades of ratifying the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC), Oman is still striving to achieve the best practice approach in different FCTC measures. Current epidemiological data shows that the prevalenc…
Sep 2023 DOI 10.14302/issn2474-9273.jbtm-23-4712
Erika HumphreysCorresponding author
The effectiveness of treating anxiety with Reiki is explored within ten quantitative studies. Methodology utilized for a critical appraisal and systematic review of the literature is explained with inclusion and exclusion criteria. Theoretical framework for the project is grounded in the work of Hil…
Aug 2023 DOI 10.14302/issn.2474-7785.jarh-23-4730
Ray MarksCorresponding author
Background Osteoarthritis and depression are both key barriers to healthy aging and greatly heighten the risk for many negative health issues that seriously impact life quality. When combined what are the implications? Aim This mini review examines 2023 data pertaining to osteoarthritis and depressi…
Jul 2023 DOI 10.14302/issn.2574-450X.jom-23-4654
Stephanie HodgesCorresponding author
Background Nearly 40% of the adult population in the United States are considered obese by current standards, which equates to approximately 93 million people. Obesity is a chronic disease that is linked to more than 40 other diseases, including hypertension, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and at…
Mar 2023 DOI 10.14302/issn.2692-5257.ijgp-22-4071
Bronagh McGuckinCorresponding author
Oral ulceration is a common disorder of the oral mucosa with individuals regularly presenting to primary care practitioners seeking advice and treatment. Diagnosis of oral ulceration remains a challenge for clinicians due to the overlap in clinical presentations and the diverse aetiological processe…
May 2022 DOI 10.14302/issn.2769-2264.jw-22-4086
Mohammad GheibiCorresponding author
Rainfall is one of the most important components of the hydrological cycle. The importance of rainfall in arid and semi-arid regions is more apparent. Due to the important role of rainfall trend assessment in the proper management of water resources, in the present study, Khorasan Razavi province, t…
Feb 2021 DOI 10.14302/issn.2994-6743.ijstd-21-3698
E.E. EnwerejiCorresponding author
Introduction Risk reduction intervention is meant to provide enhanced and desirable interventions for HIV prevention among adolescents especially the in-school. Adolescents have been identified as the most vulnerable groups that can easily acquire human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and other sexuall…
Dec 2020 DOI 10.14302/issn.2639-3166.jar-20-3318
Ebrima K. CeesayCorresponding author
For economic growth and development in any WE African country the GDP progress is depending on the key push-pull factors as migration, personal remittances received, bilateral aids and, absolutely, employment in agriculture which is about 1/3 of the population and not a predominant and protected min…
Aug 2020 DOI 10.14302/issn.2832-4048.jsm-20-3519
Seyedeh Nasim HabibzadehCorresponding author
Some certain foods or drinks have specific effects on musculoskeletal frameworks in time of pain. For instance, the extra intake of salt declines muscular spams (or cramps) in different limbs. The regular consumptions of milk products reduce the upper or lower musculature weakness and pain. The hot…
May 2020 DOI 10.14302/issn.2692-5257.ijgp-20-3335
Jose Luis TurabianCorresponding author
The consultation is the activity of meeting and communication between an individual and the doctor for the knowledge and solution of a health problem. In today's busy world of general medicine, constant demands for the general practitioner (GP) arise: she or he should not only make a diagnosis not o…
Mar 2020 DOI 10.14302/issn.2641-4538.jphi-19-2610
Awoke Seyoum TegegneCorresponding author
Background The relationship between predictors and the variable of interest was estimated using a structural equation model which is used to predict latent variables. The main advantage of the SEM is the ability to estimate the direct and indirect pathways of the effect of the primary independent va…
Mar 2020 DOI 10.14302/issn.2692-5257.ijgp-20-3164
Jose Luis TurabianCorresponding author
There is a gap between theoretical knowledge about strategies and the techniques or methods to apply in the practice of the consultation to improve compliance. Within the framework of these strategies, a number of techniques to be used in certain situations can be cited: 1) Assessing readiness to ch…