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Aug 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2644-0105.jbfb-26-6368
Wyconda Cotton-CurtisCorresponding author
Background Pump-dependent milk expression frequently occurs in environments that lack the sensory and emotional cues associated with direct breastfeeding, which may interfere with relaxation and milk let-down. Emerging digital technologies such as augmented reality (AR) may help recreate visual and…
Aug 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2641-5518.jcci-26-6134
Ashraf KhafagaCorresponding author
Background Sural neuritis is a recognized and common complication resulting from iatrogenic injury, postsurgical or posttraumatic fibrosis, traction injury, or chronic nerve compression. Previously in a case series by Stockton and Brodsky, sural neuritis was reported as a complication in 16.6% of th…
Aug 2026
Dale E. BredesenCorresponding author
Background/Objectives The etiology and pathophysiology of neurodegenerative diseases are incompletely understood, and the treatments largely ineffective. A unifying theory that explains otherwise poorly understood observations may help to enhance therapeutic outcomes. Methods Here is proposed a unif…
Aug 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2691-5014.jphn-26-6038
Bouko Boni Orou Marius BioCorresponding author
Malnutrition is a major global public health issue, especially in low-income regions. Identifying contributing factors is crucial for effective interventions. This study aims to determine the factors contributing to malnutrition among children under 5 years old at Papané Hospital in northeast Benin…
Jul 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2693-1176.ijgh-26-6309
Joan NakkaziCorresponding author
Introduction Young pregnant mothers experience heightened biological, social, and economic vulnerabilities that may compromise health-related quality of life (HRQoL), especially in low-resource settings. Although maternal healthcare service utilization (MHCSU) improves clinical outcomes, evidence li…
Jul 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2640-690X.jfm-26-6001
Tiffany McLeishCorresponding author
With an emphasis on the implications for Grenada, this systematic study delves into the complexities of setting up a successful primary healthcare system in tiny island states. It is emphasized how crucial primary healthcare is as a community-based, preventative paradigm and how it improves general…
Jun 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2690-4721.ijcm-26-6039
Nidhi RaoCorresponding author
Background Mucormycosis is a rapidly progressive invasive fungal infection associated with high mortality in patients with hematological malignancies such as Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia(ALL). Early diagnosis is challenging because clinical and radiological findings are often nonspecific, and tissue…
Jun 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2766-8681.jcsr-26-6296
Manyasani Jisoli YahulaCorresponding author
Background Acute diarrhea is the major cause of health public problem among paediatric patients in Tanzania. And in Low income countries (LICs), studies have shown, Acute watery Diarrhea (AWD) is the cause of morbidity and mortality which can be prevented by immediate identification and treatment of…
May 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2574-4518.jsdr-25-5773
Lucas Peres de SousaCorresponding author
Introduction Sleep quality is a fundamental determinant of human health and well-being. Modified Intravascular Laser Irradiation of Blood (ILIB), a non-invasive therapeutic modality, has emerged as a potential intervention for sleep-related disturbances. Proposed mechanisms include reduced blood vis…
May 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2693-1176.ijgh-26-6165
Christine Ruth PiloyaCorresponding author
Background Women’s participation in environmental conservation within patriarchal societies is a critical factor for achieving sustainable development and improved community outcomes. Despite this importance, limited research has examined women’s perceptions of their roles and contributions to envir…
May 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2690-4837.ijip-26-6169
Julia ErshovaCorresponding author
Introduction The risk of exposure to M. tuberculosis among healthcare workers (HCW) remains a public health concern worldwide. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Biomedical Research and Training Institute supported the Zimbabwe Ministry of Health and Child Care in strengthening infection prevention a…
Apr 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2644-1101.jhp-26-6100
Aman Asif-MalikCorresponding author
Honour and shame are central moral constructs within many South Asian communities, yet their psychological internalisation in diasporic contexts remains underexamined. This qualitative study explored how young British South Asian women (aged 18–25; N = 6) understand and negotiate honour in relation…
Mar 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2574-4518.jsdr-26-6010
Peter MarmannCorresponding author
Background/Aim Sleep disturbances are common and are associated with impaired daytime functioning, reduced quality of life, and increased health risks. Non-pharmacological neuromodulatory interventions have gained interest as alternatives to hypnotic medication. Pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) t…
Mar 2026
Perry GambaCorresponding author
Background Health systems play a crucial role in supporting HIV status disclosure, which is essential for HIV prevention, treatment adherence, and psychosocial support. Understanding how health systems support disclosure is vital for improving HIV care outcomes. Methods A descriptive cross-sectional…
Jan 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2640-6403.jtrr-25-5922
Margaret KalmetaCorresponding author
Diabetic foot and leg ulcers represent a significant global health burden and are frequently associated with peripheral neuropathy, vascular compromise, infection, and high rates of recurrence and amputation. Standard wound care often fails to achieve healing in chronic cases due to unaddressed unde…
Dec 2025 DOI 10.14302/issn.2473-1005.jdoi-25-5870
Arthur Ferreira RibasCorresponding author
This narrative literature review investigates the clinical feasibility of maxillary sinus lift using the lateral window (or traumatic) technique, employing a grafting material composed of hydroxyapatite associated with beta-tricalcium phosphate. The study is based on the premise that bone resorption…
Dec 2025
Golnaz Darvishzadeh NooshabadiCorresponding author
Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) has proven effective in over 120 outcome studies, particularly for anxiety, depression, and personality disorders. This conceptual paper proposes a theoretical integration of ISTDP with Solution- Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and clinical hypnosis. E…
Dec 2025 DOI 10.14302/issn.2575-1212.jvhc-24-4889
Mohammed A ElmetwallyCorresponding author
L-Carnitine (Lc) acts as an antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals, especially superoxide anions and protects cells against oxidative damage-induced apoptosis, as following ovulation, intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) accumulation increases in oocytes, Oocytes exhibit an intracellular…
Dec 2025 DOI 10.14302/issn.2691-5014.jphn-25-5577
Mark GormleyCorresponding author
Infants with single ventricle (SV) physiology are at increased risk of undernutrition, which can contribute to adverse outcomes. This is a retrospective case series examining factors associated with undernutrition in patients with SV physiology at one year of age. It includes 56 infants from a singl…
Dec 2025 DOI 10.14302/issn.2997-1977.jd-25-5754
Grace Valentine OlagunjuCorresponding author
With more than 150,000 affected infants annually, Nigeria bears the largest burden worldwide of sickle cell disease (SCD), making it a significant public health concern. The management of SCD in Nigeria is challenging, despite advancements in medical research and increased knowledge. This review exa…