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Intermittent Fasting Regulates Metabolic Homeostasis and Improves Cardiovascular Health
( Springer , 2024 , Article Review)Obesity is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality globally. While the prevalence of obesity has been increasing, the incidence of its related complications including dyslipidemia and cardiovascular disease (CVD) has ... -
Impact of Obesity-Related Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress on Cancer and Associated Molecular Targets
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article Review)Obesity, characterized by excessive body fat, is closely linked to endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress, leading to insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes. Inflammatory pathways like c-Jun N-terminal kinase (JNK) worsen insulin ... -
A scoping review of the questionnaires used for the assessment of the perception of undergraduate students of the learning environment in healthcare professions education programs
( Springer Science and Business Media B.V. , 2024 , Article Review)The learning environment (LE) includes social interactions, organizational culture, structures, and physical and virtual spaces that influence the learning experiences of students. Despite numerous studies exploring the ... -
Exploring the perceptions of faculty members about research courses in undergraduate pharmacy curriculum: A qualitative study
( Public Library of Science , 2024 , Article)Introduction and objective The commitment of pharmacy graduates to patient care and research is crucial to advancing pharmaceutical science and practice. Consequently, the value of involving undergraduate pharmacy students ... -
Exploring the barriers and facilitators experienced by patients with heart failure when using popular exergaming platforms for self-management-a systematic review
( SAGE Publications Inc. , 2024 , Article Review)Objective: To systematically explore the barriers and facilitators experienced by patients with heart failure when using the most popular commercially-accessible digital exergaming platforms for self-management. Methods: ... -
Potential Anti-Tumorigenic Properties of Diverse Medicinal Plants against the Majority of Common Types of Cancer
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article Review)Globally, cancer is one of the primary causes of both morbidity and mortality. To prevent cancer from getting worse, more targeted and efficient treatment plans must be developed immediately. Recent research has demonstrated ... -
Strategic approaches in oral squamous cell carcinoma diagnostics using liquid biopsy
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2024 , Article Review)Liquid biopsy is a noninvasive diagnostic technique used for monitoring cancer utilizing specific genetic biomarkers present in bodily fluids, such as blood, saliva, or urine. These analyses employ multiple biomolecular ... -
Association between Serum Vitamin D Status and Circadian Syndrome: A Cross-Sectional Study
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Background: Circadian Syndrome (CircS) encompasses cardiometabolic risk factors and comorbidities, indicating an elevated susceptibility to cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Methods: This cross-sectional study ... -
Bridging the gap: How investing in advanced practice nurses could transform emergency care in Africa
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2024 , Article)Aim: This paper aims to highlight the vital importance of investing in advanced practice nursing (APN) for enhancing emergency care throughout Africa. Background: APN's role is increasingly recognized as pivotal in optimizing ... -
Metabolomics Profiling of Stages of Coronary Artery Disease Progression
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Coronary artery disease (CAD) and atherosclerosis pose significant global health challenges, with intricate molecular changes influencing disease progression. Hypercholesterolemia (HC), hypertension (HT), and diabetes are ... -
Undesirable Levels of Practice Behaviours and Associated Knowledge amongst Community Health Workers in Rural South India Responsible for Type 2 Diabetes Screening and Management
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Background: Type 2 diabetes (T2DM) poses an enormous global health care challenge, especially among rural communities. Healthcare in these areas can be inadequate and inaccessible due to socio-demographic barriers. To ... -
Genetic polymorphisms and their association with neurobiological and psychological factors in anorexia nervosa: a systematic review
( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Article Review)Background and aims: Anorexia nervosa (AN) is a complex neuropsychiatric disorder. This systematic review synthesizes evidence from diverse studies to assess and investigate the association between gene polymorphisms and ... -
QPGx-CARES: Qatar pharmacogenetics clinical applications and research enhancement strategies
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2024 , Article Review)Pharmacogenetic (PGx)-informed medication prescription is a cutting-edge genomic application in contemporary medicine, offering the potential to overcome the conventional "trial-and-error" approach in drug prescription. ... -
Facilitating inclusive education: Assessing faculty awareness and attitudes towards students with special educational needs at Qatar university
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Introduction: An increasing number of students with special educational needs (SEN) are attending higher education institutions. Faculty members are key players in the implementation of inclusive policies, the success of ... -
Enhanced vasorin signaling mitigates adverse cardiovascular remodeling
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2024 , Article Review)Arterial stiffening is a critical risk factor contributing to the exponential rise in age-associated cardiovascular disease incidence. This process involves age-induced arterial proinflammation, collagen deposition, and ... -
Impact of COVID-19 on antimicrobial stewardship program: Study protocol
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic affects the healthcare system worldwide and challenges many governments and institutions. Antimicrobial stewardship program advocating the wise use of antimicrobial agents. Its ... -
Editorial: Reviews in healthcare professions education
( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Other)Healthcare is a complex and ever-evolving field, encompassing various challenges, advancements, and intricacies that impact patient care, medical education, and clinical practice. Review articles play a crucial role in ... -
Patients' knowledge, attitude, and practices toward unused medications in Qatar: A cross-sectional survey
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Background: Global evidence has linked unused medications and their inappropriate disposal to adverse health, economic, environmental, and ethical impacts. However, such evidence is scarce in Qatar. This study explored ... -
Efficacy and safety of aldafermin in non-alcoholic steatohepatitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article Review)Background Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is an advanced subtype of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). NASH prevalence is increasing exponentially and carries a high risk for disease progression, cirrhosis, ... -
A Chance to Grow and Excel as an Associate Editor of Pharmacological Reviews-Editorial
( American Society for Pharmacology and Experimental Therapy (ASPET) , 2024 , Other)Like many scientists, my first experience with Pharmacological Reviews began when I was a senior undergraduate student. An extensive review in such a highly reputable journal is a gold mine for a student working on a term ...