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• Starting breastfeeding immediately after birth is important to prevent newborn deaths during the riskiest time of life. • There was a significant variation of factors associated with early initiation of breastfeeding among rural and urban residents. • Cesarean section delivery was negatively associated with early initiation of breastfeeding, rega...
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Background Sepsis complicated by ARDS significantly increases morbidity and mortality, underscoring the need for robust predictive models to enhance patient management. Methods We collected data on 6390 patients with ARDS-complicated sepsis from the MIMIC IV database. Following rigorous data cleaning, including outlier management, handling missing ...
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This investigation portrays the phytochemical screening, green synthesis, characterization of Fe and Zn nanoparticles, their antibacterial, anti-inflammation, cytotoxicity, and anti-thrombolytic activities. Four dissimilar solvents such as, n -hexane, chloroform, ethyl acetate and n -butanol were used to prepare the extracts of Phlomis cashmeriana ...
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In general, land use and layout of streets can have a significant impact on the behavior of drivers and pedestrians. In particular, streetscape has often been overlooked that recognizing the role of streetscape on street accident in urban areas is important. The aim of this research is to investigate the influence of streetscape and land use on urb...
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Background Client satisfaction has been recognized as an essential component in evaluating healthcare quality. In Wolaita Zone, there was a lack of research on the myths, misconceptions, and elements linked to client satisfaction with family planning. This study aimed to assess the myths and misconceptions of family planning and the factors associa...
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The study examines the mineral content of table salts used by households in villages adjacent to the production areas. A total of 210 samples from commercial and local salts were collected, and analyzed using iodometry titration, spectrophotometry, colorimetry, and atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS) techniques, followed by a household interview f...
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• We studied allergic conjunctivitis symptoms and anti-allergic eye drop use patterns. • We compared antihistamine-releasing and daily disposable soft contact lenses. • Antihistamine-releasing contact lens users showed reduced ocular symptoms. • They also showed delayed anti-allergic eye drop initiation. • Antihistamine-releasing contact lenses can...
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The protection of foodstuffs against insect pests constitutes a serious problem across the world. Synthetic chemical insecticides are the most widely used method for grain protection. Unfortunately, the harmful effects of these insecticides on human health and environment have increased the interest of researchers for botanical insecticides which a...
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• Bubbling fluidized bed has been shown insufficient for the combustion of coal. • Circulating fluidized bed is dominant for combustion of all kinds of solid fuel. • Bubbling beds may have an advantage for the combustion of biomass and waste. • Combinations of bubbling and circulating beds are quite favourable.
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• Community pharmacists in Jordan show a strong awareness of financial indicators. • Younger pharmacists demonstrate higher financial indicator awareness. • Financial analysis aids in assessing pharmacy financial health and rational decision-making. • There is a notable gap in financial education within pharmacy curricula. • Incorporating financial...
