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Oct 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2329-9487.jhc-26-6071
Eujin Min Houng ChoyCorresponding author
Background: Shift work is unavoidable in continuous healthcare delivery, but whether shift-working healthcare staff carry greater cardiovascular risk than their non-shift colleagues has not been synthesised endpoint by endpoint. Objective: To examine, for each cardiovascular risk factor and each cli…
Sep 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2474-7785.jarh-26-6471
Ray MarksCorresponding author
Sound bone health and the ability to respond effectively to unexpected mobility obstacles that heighten falls risks are crucial for mediating many life affirming activities at all ages, but may be impacted adversely over the course of time by multiple factors, such as excess body weight and its link…
Sep 2026
Massreshaw Assnakew AbebeCorresponding author
Gene therapy is a cancer treatment that is superior to chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and other less selective and specifically harmful forms of treatment. It entails the aberrant replacement, alteration, and deletion of a gene within a normal or healthy copy of a gene. Recent trials have made signific…
Sep 2026
Yilkal Tariku BelayCorresponding author
Immunoglobulins, commonly known as antibodies, are glycoprotein molecules present on B lymphocytes and within the bloodstream. They are essential components of the immune response, as they detect the harmful molecules of test compounds and stimulate the immune system to manifest proportional counter…
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…
Mar 2026
Carlos AulesaCorresponding author
Breathing has long been recognised as a vital process in Eastern traditions such as YOGA and Ayurvedic medicine, where Pranayama is regarded as a transformative practice that harmonises body and mind. While the East developed sophisticated systems of breath regulation for health and self-awareness,…
Mar 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2372-6601.jhor-25-5938
Caine ReganCorresponding author
Acquired haemophilia (AHA) is a rare coagulation disorder secondary to autoantibodies against coagulation factor, most commonly factor VIII with potential for life threatening bleeding episodes. We report a case of an 88-year-old female presenting with frank haematuria three weeks after catheter ins…
Dec 2025
Yilkal Tariku BelayCorresponding author
The body interacts with endogenous and exogenous molecules through various receptor networks at the cellular and organismal levels by which the different physiological processes of the organ systems get activated. Life could no longer exist without the body’s interaction with these signaling molecul…
Dec 2025
Yilkal Tariku BelayCorresponding author
Background Research and drug development industries have multiphase drug screening procedures, which can be debated. As a result, harmful products may still reach for public health service delivery due to vulnerabilities in the process. Main body A wide range of test compounds have delayed manifesta…
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…
Dec 2025 DOI 10.14302/issn.2768-5209.ijen-25-5732
Anvy S IsaacCorresponding author
The growing population demands and environmental concerns associated with traditional protein sources have prompted the exploration of alternative and sustainable food sources. The purpose of this comprehensive review is to highlight the nutritional benefits and sustainability of insect-based foods…
Dec 2025
Arnold WaineCorresponding author
Background Intravenous Fluids use during surgery is a common practice for many reasons. However recent evaluation of perioperative abdominal surgery patients have poised many issues. Mostly on the type of fluid and quantity of volume usage on major abdominal surgery. Many studies into this aspect of…
Dec 2025 DOI 10.14302/issn.2997-2108.jcc-25-5657
Zahraa M EssamCorresponding author
Viral infections contribute to a significant proportion of human cancers, with human papillomavirus (HPV) being one of the most well-established oncogenic viruses. This review summarizes HPV biology, transmission, classification, molecular mechanisms of carcinogenesis, epidemiology of HPV-associated…
Nov 2025
Alexander RyanCorresponding author
Frequency neurofeedback (FNF) is a biofeedback method that targets frequencies between 1 and 50 Hz. The efficacy of FNF with autism has been labeled ‘probably efficacious’ in literature reviews in the last decade, despite new research pointing towards a higher standard. The aim of this review was to…
Nov 2025 DOI 10.14302/issn.2694-2283.jsem-25-5730
Emily A. HeinrichCorresponding author
Objective The goal of this systematic review is to identify common themes amongst acute spinal cord injuries (SCI) in equestrian athletes. Design A systematic review was performed using PubMed, CINAHL Plus with Full Text (EBSCO), Cochrane Library, and Scopus with pre-determined MESH terms. The initi…
Feb 2025 DOI 10.14302/issn.2641-4538.jphi-25-5436
Ralph J JohnsonCorresponding author
High rates of workplace psychological stress and burnout have been chronic among Healthcare Practitioners. Research shows that Healthcare Practitioner psychological stress / burnout is related to poor quality of care and a high probability of making medical errors and mishaps resulting in harm to pa…
Dec 2024 DOI 10.14302/issn.2835-2165.jfsh-24-5371
Pradeep SarkateCorresponding author
One of the primary goals and aims of studying chemistry in society is the promotion of the well-being of humanity and the sustainable utilization of the available resources. Chemistry has played a significant role in water treatment, food production, energy production, and medicine, among other crit…
Oct 2024 DOI 10.14302/issn.2688-5328.ijp-24-5319
Nivriti PuriCorresponding author
Chronic pain affects over 30% of the global population, and reliance on external drugs for treatment has led to major issues, including the present opioid epidemic. A healthier option is necessary, which is why music therapy’s analgesic effects have been extensively studied within the last 20 years.…
Sep 2024 DOI 10.14302/issn.2693-1176.ijgh-24-5233
Fiona AtimCorresponding author
In response to the rising burden of non-communicable disease (NDC), the World Health Organization (WHO) developed tools to enable early detection and management of NCDs in Primary Healthcare centers (PHC). Globally, the prevalence of NCDs remains alarmingly high with 41 million deaths annually. Of t…
Sep 2024 DOI 10.14302/issn.2474-7785.jarh-24-5282
Ray MarksCorresponding author
Persons with osteoarthritis often have signs of reduced muscle strength. Some studies suggest that this strength could be improved with exercise. However, does this form of therapy improve the disease status as assessed by improvements in cartilage viability, a hallmark of the disease? This brief de…