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Fabrication Of A Pineapple Peeling Machine And Performance Evaluation As Influenced By Pineapple Dimensions, Dare E. Ibiyeye, Olusegun J. Adedipe, Oluwole S. Ariwoola, Taiye R. Afolabi, Funmilayo B. Okanlawon, Paul O. Ogunbamowo, Afolake E. Roberts

Journal of Bioresource Management

A pineapple peeling machine was completed, and the functionality was. The Central composite rotate strategy CCRD involving three variables at five (5) stages was employed for the investigations plus the investigational variables been weight, diameter and height of pineapple, while weights of peeled pineapple and peel, machine peeling time and efficiency were the dependent variables. Data was analysed using quadratic interaction regressions model at P ≤ 0.05 levels of significance, then the working variables were correlated to the pineapple machine peeling efficiency. The investigational outcomes were applied to confirm the predicted optimal settings. Maximal pineapple peeling efficacy of 91.89 % …

Kebijakan Cukai Konsumsi Minuman Berpemanis Dalam Kemasan (Mbdk) Dalam Mengendalikan Masalah Kesehatan: Tinjauan Literatur Sistematis Dan Meta Analisis, Risky Kusuma Hartono, Fitria Aryani Susanti

Jurnal Ekonomi Kesehatan Indonesia

Globally, the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) has increased by nearly 16%. The imposition of taxes on sugary drinks is considered one of the strategic measures to control diseases associated with their consumption. This study aims to conduct a meta-analysis of the correlation between SSB taxation and health issues. The systematic review and meta-analysis were carried out following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and MetaAnalyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Literature from various countries published since January 1, 2014, was collected using databases such as Google Scholar, PubMed, and Science Direct. The meta-analysis process was performed using a funnel plot. A …

Correlation Between Drug-Related Problems And The Treatment Cost For Geriatric Ischemic Stroke Patients In Tulungagung, Dhanang Prawira Nugraha, Martanty Aditya

Jurnal Ekonomi Kesehatan Indonesia

Ischemic stroke was one of the diseases that frequently occurred in geriatric patients, while hemorrhagic stroke had a higher prevalence. Geriatric patients who experienced a stroke were not exempt from drug-related problems (DRP) due to the complexity of treatment and comorbid factors they encountered. This study aimed to determine the correlation between DRP and the cost of care for ischemic stroke patients, particularly in the geriatric population. The study design was cross-sectional, with data collected retrospectively, and the sample comprised 53 geriatric stroke patients who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. DRP was assessed using the PCNE 6.2 criteria, and …

Effect Of Genotype On Herbivory And Growth Rate In Heliconia Stricta In A Common Garden Experiment In The Amazon, Xaali O’Reilly-Berkeley, Abhiraj Chakraborty, Javier L. Patiño Uyaguari, Hannah L. Mossman, Richard F. Preziosi, Jennifer K. Rowntree

School of Biological and Marine Sciences

Plant genotype is known to affect plant-invertebrate interactions. However, in megadiverse tropical habitats there has been relatively little exploration of the influence of the plant genotype on plant growth and biotic interactions in an experimental setting. We set-up three adjacent plots in rainforest at the foothills of the Andes (Orellana, Ecuador), where we planted clones of 37 individual Heliconia stricta rhizomes collected from up to 4 km away. Each rhizome was split into at least three individual pieces, resulting in three genetically identical replicates. At least one representative of each genotype was planted in each plot. Shoot height was measured …

Obesity And Smoking Status: Relationships With Specific Pulmonary Functions In University Of Babylon College Of Pharmacy Students, Safa W. Aziz

Muthanna Medical Journal

Adult pulmonary function impairment is associated with both smoking and obesity, albeit the consequences vary from person to person. This study aims to evaluate the relationship between smoking and obesity and their relationship to specific pulmonary functions in a selected group of the population (University of Babylon College of Pharmacy students, Iraq). Materials and Methods: The observational study was carried out on 90 male students at the college pharmacy in the University of Babylon, Iraq. Students enrolled in this study were aged between 19-23 years. The control group (30 males) from general students in the college pharmacy without smoking, …

The Frequency Of Hla-Dr4/Dr4 Type And Interleukin-35 Level Among Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Patients In Al-Muthanna Governorate/Iraq, Salam Allawi Hassan, Orass Madhi Shaheed

Muthanna Medical Journal

Background: The autoimmune illness recognized as (T1DM) causes weight loss, polyuria, polydipsia, and hyperglycemia along with the progressive death of β-cells. The disease primarily affects children and adolescents. The HLA genes might production a significant part in predisposing to type 1 diabetes. Interleukin-35 as a fellow of the IL-12 family that affects of immune modulation in a number of diseases, for instance (T1D), inflammatory bowel illness, Graves' illness, rheumatoid arthritis. Aim of Study: This study aimed to investigate the frequency of HLA-DR4/DR4 type in type 1 diabetes (T1D) and evaluate of interleukin-35 Level in patients compared with healthy …

Cross-Section Study Of Iron Deficiency Anemia In A Group Of Adolescents: Frequency And Contributing Factors, Murtaza Hassan Hadi, Mostafa Abdalla Abdelkareem, Nasser Ghaly Yousif

Muthanna Medical Journal

Background: Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) remains a significant global health concern, particularly among adolescents. This study investigated the prevalence and contributing factors of IDA among adolescents at Al Hussain Teaching Hospital, addressing a critical knowledge gap in the Iraqi healthcare context. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 77 adolescent patients (ages 12-18 years) from October 01, 2024, to January 30, 2025. Data collection included hemoglobin levels, serum ferritin measurements, dietary iron intake assessment, and socioeconomic status evaluation. Statistical analysis employed descriptive statistics, chi-square tests for categorical variables, and multivariate analysis to identify contributing factors. Results: The …

Two New Majors Among Program Updates For 2025-26, Julia Perez

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Determinan Perilaku Minum Tablet Tambah Darah Pada Remaja Putri Menurut Health Belief Model: Studi Kualitatif, Tuti Surtimanah, Irfan Nafis Sjamsuddin

Perilaku dan Promosi Kesehatan: Indonesian Journal of Health Promotion and Behavior

Background. In 2018, 48.9% of adolescent girls in Indonesia were diagnosed with anemia. Knowledge about the definition, symptoms, and prevention of anemia, including the correct use of Iron Supplement Tablets (IST), is essential in the prevention of anemia. A deeper understanding of these behaviors is necessary to formulate effective educational messages. The Health Belief Model (HBM) is often used to explore and understand preventive behaviors.

Aim. To explore the determinants and practices of IST consumption among adolescent girls.

Method. This descriptive qualitative study used a phenomenological approach. Participants were selected purposively from adolescent girls. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, …

Hubungan Penggunaan Media Sosial Dengan Perilaku Sedentari Pada Dewasa Awal (20-24 Tahun) Di Kota Medan, Novitasari Wijayanti Silalahi, R. Kintoko Rochadi, Lita Sri Andayani

Perilaku dan Promosi Kesehatan: Indonesian Journal of Health Promotion and Behavior

Background. Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) are caused by four risky lifestyle behaviors, one of which is sedentary behavior. Sedentary behavior involves activities that expend minimal energy. Several factors are associated with sedentary behavior, including technological advancements. One of the most time-consuming technological advancements is excessive use of social media, leading to addiction.

Aim. This study aims to determine the relationship between social media addiction with sedentary behavior among young adults (aged 20-24 years) in Medan City.

Method. The research design was cross-sectional study. A total of 271 respondents were selected using accidental sampling. The data were analyzed using simple linear regression …

Efektifitas Metode Emotional Demonstration Terhadap Breastfeeding Self Efficacy (Bse) Ibu Primipara Di Kota Bengkulu, Lissa Ervina, Reka Lagora Marsofely

Perilaku dan Promosi Kesehatan: Indonesian Journal of Health Promotion and Behavior

Background. Primiparous mothers have a higher risk of experiencing difficulties in providing breast milk (ASI) due to lack of experience and preparation to become mothers. 90% of mothers in Indonesia have breastfed their children, but those who provide exclusively for 6 months are still low at 20%. One of the reasons for the failure of the success of providing exclusive breastfeeding is the low self-confidence or belief (Self Efficacy) of primiparous mothers in providing breast milk. Therefore, it is necessary to provide education about breastfeeding by implementing the emotional demonstration method developed by the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition …

Pengaruh Media Ceramah, Kipas Dan Poster Terhadap Peningkatan Pengetahuan Junk Food Pada Remaja Awal, Lulu' Luthfiya, Mufidatul Khoiriyah, Hafidhotun Nabawiyah, Kartika Pibriyanti, Ladya Mayu Pinasti

Perilaku dan Promosi Kesehatan: Indonesian Journal of Health Promotion and Behavior

Background. Consuming excess junk food lead to degenerative diseases and cause various nutritional problems. This is due to the lack of information regarding the dangers of junk food in teenagers from education media. Fan media and posters as a media intermediari for delivering information related to the dangers of junk food in adolescents.

Aim. This study conducted to determine the effect of educational media of lecturer fan and poster) on knowledge of junk food in adolescents.

Method. The study was conducted by quasi-experimental method with a pre-post test group design. Sample was 174 respondents that divided into …

Bayesian-Weighted Mendelian Randomization Reveals Sleep Apnea Syndrome Mediates The Bmi-Chronic Pain Link, Wenbao Shi, Jing Luo, Liu Yang, Dalin Chen, Yongqin Zhang, Jun Peng, Kurt Ruetzler, Manyun Sun, Hua Jin

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Background: Body mass index (BMI) has a complex association with a variety of chronic pain conditions, which may be influenced by sleep apnea syndrome (SAS). However, the role of SAS within the causal pathway linking BMI to chronic pain remains unconfirmed. This study explored whether and to what extent SAS serves as a mediator between BMI and chronic pain using Bayesian-weighted Mendelian randomization (BWMR) techniques.

Methods: This study utilized genome-wide association study (GWAS) summary data for BMI (N=461,460) and SAS (N=476,853; based on ICD-10 code diagnostic registries) from the IEU OpenGWAS database, along with chronic pain GWAS data (ICD-10 code-based …

The Lived Mental Health Experiences Of African American/Black Mothers With An Infant In The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit During Covid-19, Dr. Shewonyui S. Lurker

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

African American/Black (AA/B) women are more likely than other women in the United States to give birth prematurely. Experiencing premature birth and infant hospitalization in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) during the COVID-19 pandemic may have negatively affected AA/B mothers’ mental health and led them to experience elevated rates of increased posttraumatic stress disorders, depression, anxiety, and postpartum depression. The purpose of this study was to understand the lived mental health experiences of AA/B mothers of infants in the NICU during COVID-19. Feminist theory provided a lens for understanding intersectionality in the experiences of AA/B mothers. Semistructured interviews were …

Havana To Port-Au-Prince: Cuba’S Medical Internationalism Aid To Haiti, Wilner Saint Cyr

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Haiti ranks among the lowest in healthcare quality in the Americas, according to the health indicators used by the World Health Organization. Despite national and international efforts to improve health service delivery, access to primary medical care and preventive services is limited, especially in rural areas. In response to a request from the Haitian government following the devastating Hurricane Georges, the arrival of the first Cuban doctors to support ongoing public health needs commenced in December 1998. Recognizing an opportunity for international cooperation, the Haitian president sought assistance from Cuba by signing a bilateral cooperation agreement for initial and ongoing …

Enhancing Participation In Indonesia's Islamic Capital Market: Exploring Technology Acceptance, Socio-Psychological Factors, And Islamic Financial Literacy, Muhammad Hanif Ibrahim, Akmalia Lutfiaturrosyida Agung Putri, Imas Hasanah, Apia Dewi Agustin, Afnani Rosyida

Jurnal Akuntansi dan Keuangan Indonesia

Background: This research aims to examine the factors influencing Indonesian Muslims' intention to invest in the Islamic capital market by synthesizing three theoretical frameworks: the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), and Islamic Financial Literacy (IFL). Methods: The study utilizes a sample of 250 participants with previous experience in Islamic investment, employing Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) for hypothesis testing and model evaluation. Findings: The findings indicate that perceived convenience substantially influenced perceived usefulness and ease of use. Moreover, perceived usefulness, Islamic financial literacy, and past behavior significantly and positively affect investment attitudes, which …

Faktor Risiko Yang Berhubungan Dengan Kematian Pasien Penyakit Ginjal Kronis Pada Usia Dewasa Yang Menjalani Hemodialisis Reguler Di Provinsi Lampung, Joue Abraham Trixie Latupeirissa, Mondastri Korib Sudaryo, Muhamad Zulfikar Hadiaturahman, Steven Sapta Putra Sinaga

Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia

Introduction. Although mortality among adult chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients on regular hemodialysis remains infrequent within the first three months, it is still a potential outcome. Given that hemodialysis is required for life, identifying risk factors for mortality is critical. This study aims to examine risk factors associated with mortality in adult CKD patients undergoing regular hemodialysis.

Methods. A case-control study, without matching, was conducted using medical record data from adult CKD patients (≥18 years) receiving regular hemodialysis between 2022 and 2024 at three hospitals (types A, B, and C) in Lampung Province. The case group consisted of …

July 9, Learn About Graduate Degree Programs At Uab, Shannon Thomason

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Impact Of Insurance Status On Progression To Sinus Surgery Following Ct Imaging In Patients With Sinusitis, Steven Goicoechea

Graduate Medical Education Research Journal

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Self-Removal Of A Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulator: Challenges And Lessons Learned, Obinnaya Wamuo

Graduate Medical Education Research Journal

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The Effects Of Gastrostomy Tube Placement On The Utilization Of Healthcare Services In Patients Undergoing Free Flap Reconstruction, Timothy Corpuz

Graduate Medical Education Research Journal

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Development Of Adult Multidisciplinary Tracheostomy Rounding Teams: Prevalence, Template For Starting And Analysis For Diffusion Of Innovation, Sarah Schmoker

Graduate Medical Education Research Journal

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Pediatric Intracranial Non-Germinomatous Germ Cell Tumor With Extracranial Extension: A Case Report, Bailey Ballock

Graduate Medical Education Research Journal

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Unwanted Travel Souvenirs; Parasite Causing Fever In A Returning Traveler, Cristina Torres

Graduate Medical Education Research Journal

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Unmasking Constrictive Pericarditis Through Multimodality Imaging: A Rare Case, Mansi Oberoi

Graduate Medical Education Research Journal

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Subclassification Of Peripheral Artery Disease Based On Muscle Force: Leg Failure With Reduced Muscle Force And With Preserved Muscle Force, Yuqian Tian

Graduate Medical Education Research Journal

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Muscle Oxygen Levels In Patients With Claudication: Measurements During Rest, Walking, And Temporary Occlusion Of Blood Flow, Yuqian Tian

Graduate Medical Education Research Journal

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Bite By Bite: How Ungulate Browsing Shapes North America's Forest Future, Darius Hardalau, Vladut Stefanescu, Mindaugas Bakševičius, Michael Manton, Charles Ruffner, Gediminas Brazaitis, Georgeta Ionescu, Ovidiu Ionescu

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Ungulate browsing represents a contemporary issue for forest development, influencing forest regeneration, composition, and management practices across the world, especially in North America. This review synthesizes findings from 101 studies conducted between 1980 and 2025 to examine patterns of herbivory damage through browsing by moose, elk, white-tailed deer, black-tailed deer, and bison. Despite regional variation, high ungulate density consistently emerges as the primary factor driving browsing intensity and ecological and economic impact, leading to decreased social acceptance of coexistence with ungulates. This review highlights the selective suppression of palatable species such as balsam fir, red oak, and white cedar, leading …

Paternal Characteristics Associated With Low Birth Weight In India, Sadashiva Hegde, Jang Bahadur Prasad, Rajeshwari Annappa Biradar, Alex Motes Carvalho

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

BACKGROUND:

There are both interim and long-standing effects of low birth weight, which is a significant global public health issue. Using data from the National Family Health Survey-5, which was conducted in 2019–21.

AIM AND OBJECTIVE:

This study aimed to determine the relationship between the father's attributes and low birth weight in India. Materials and Method: Both bivariate and multivariate approaches were used to analyze a total of 18,950 samples of families with kids.

RESULT:

The overall percentage of low birth weight in India was 16.6%. The highest prevalence of low birth weight was among younger fathers and mothers (17.6% …

Comparative Evaluation Of Postoperative Pain After Single Sitting Pulpectomy Using Hand And Rotary Instrumentation In Primary Molars Of Children – A Randomized Control Study, Nivedita Saxena, Shivayogi M. Hugar, Pooja K. Dialani, Neha Kohli, Shweta Kajjari, Niraj S. Gokhale

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

AIM:

The aim of the study is to evaluate and compare postoperative pain after single sitting pulpectomy using hand and rotary instrumentation in the primary molars of children.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

Sixty children of age 4–8 years were selected using standard sample size formula for the single sitting pulpectomy after fulfilling inclusion and exclusion criteria and all participants were equally divided into two groups. Single sitting pulpectomy procedure was carried out in both groups. In the control group, K files and in the experimental group Pro AF baby gold pediatric rotary files were used, followed by obturation with zinc oxide-eugenol …