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The Association between Zinc and Copper and Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in Adults
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Qatar University Press
, 2021 , Poster)
Cardiometabolic risk (CMR) factors increase the likelihood of developing cardiovascular diseases (CVD). In Qatar, 24% of the total deaths are attributed to CVDs. Several nutritional disturbances have been linked to high ...
Harm Perception and Attitudes towards E-cigarette Use Among Qatar University Students: A Cross-Sectional Study
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Qatar University Press
, 2021 , Poster)
Background: Electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use is becoming popular worldwide especially among youth. Research reported that university students have poor knowledge and misconceptions about the health risks of e-cigarettes, ...
Prevalence of Asymptomatic Hyperuricemia and its Association with Prediabetes, Dyslipidemia and Subclinical Inflammation Markers among Young Healthy Adults in Qatar
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Qatar University Press
, 2021 , Poster)
Aim: To investigate the prevalence of asymptomatic hyperuricemia in Qatar and to examine its association with changes in markers of dyslipidemia, prediabetes and subclinical inflammation. Methods: A cross-sectional study ...
Clustering of lifestyle risk factors among Algerian adolescents : Comparison between urban and rural area
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Qatar University Press
, 2021 , Poster)
Background: Lifestyle behavior risk factors (LBRs) such as sedentary behavior, physical inactivity, smoking, unhealthy eating patterns and being overweight/obese play a major role in the development or prevention of NCDs. ...
Serum vitamin D concentrations are non-linearly related to breast cancer risk in postmenopausal women
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Qatar University Press
, 2021 , Poster)
Background: Post-menopausal women are at high risk for breast cancer. The association between serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] concentration and breast cancer in post-menopausal women is not well understood. Objectives: ...
Sleeping Duration, Napping and Snoring in Association with Diabetes Control among Patients with Diabetes in Qatar
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Qatar University Press
, 2021 , Poster)
Background: Poor glycemic control is associated with chronic life-threatening complications. Several studies have revealed that sleep status is associated with glycemic control. Aim: to examine the association between sleep ...
Nuts consumption and cognitive function
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Qatar University Press
, 2021 , Poster)
Background: Cognitive impairments has become a global public concern. A limited number of studies suggest a positive association between nuts intake and cognitive function. Objectives: The aim of this study is to investigate ...
Pyocyanin pigment from Pseudomonas aeruginosa modulates innate immune defenses in macrophages
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Qatar University Press
, 2021 , Poster)
Background: Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a well-known opportunistic pathogen. The gram-negative bacillus, commonly associated with hospital-acquired infections, utilizes the host's impaired immune responses to establish ...
Mental health problems in adults with diabetes: prevalence and potential determinants
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Qatar University Press
, 2021 , Poster)
Depression is associated with several chronic diseases such as diabetes. Diabetes is a long-term health disorder that have many health complications such as mental health problems, if left untreated. Our study aimed to ...
A STEM Model to engage students in Environmental Sustainability Program Through Collaborative Problem-solving Approach- Case Study in Qatar
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Qatar University Press
, 2021 , Poster)
Following the launch of Qatar's National Vision 2030, environmental development was highlighted as one of the Vision's four pillars, emphasizing the importance of developing people's awareness of their duty in maintaining ...