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A Randomised Single-Blinded Controlled Trial on the Effectiveness of Brief Advice on Smoking Cessation among Tertiary Students in Malaysia
( OMICS International , 2016 , Article)Introduction Tobacco smoking, a habitual behavior, is addictive and detrimental to health. Quitting requires personal abilities and environmental opportunities and therefore, improving these abilities and opportunities ... -
Rapid Exclusion of COVID Infection With the Artificial Intelligence Electrocardiogram
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)ObjectiveTo rapidly exclude severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection using artificial intelligence applied to the electrocardiogram (ECG). MethodsA global, volunteer consortium from 4 continents ... -
Rates of recurrent positive SARS-CoV-2 swab results among patients attending primary care in Qatar
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)We read with interest the work of COCOREC (Collaborative study COvid RECurrences) study group.1 Recurrent positive rt-PCR results for SARS-CoV-2 infection were reported from early in the epidemic.1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , ... -
Rational design of a multivalent vaccine targeting arthropod-borne viruses using reverse vaccinology strategies
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Viruses transmitted by arthropods, such as Dengue, Zika, and Chikungunya, represent substantial worldwide health threats, particularly in countries like India. The lack of approved vaccines and effective antiviral therapies ... -
Recent advances in functional nanostructures as cancer photothermal therapy.
( Dove Medical Press , 2018 , Article Review)Being a non-invasive and relatively safe technique, photothermal therapy has attracted a lot of interest in the cancer treatment field. Recently, nanostructure technology has entered the forefront of cancer therapy owing ... -
Recent Perspective About the Amyloid Cascade Hypothesis and Stem Cell-Based Therapy in the Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease
( Bentham Science , 2016 , Book chapter)Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a complex neurodegenerative condition that is clinically characterized by impaired cognitive functions. The major morphologically observed lesion of AD encompasses the accumulation of extracellular ... -
Redefining Postpartum Depression Treatment: The Clinical Potential of Zuranolone
( Elsevier , 2024 , Other)We write to bring to attention a pressing health concern: Postpartum Depression (PPD), which affects a significant 17% of mothers globally (Wang et al., 2021). This psychiatric condition manifests as intense mood swings, ... -
Reduced Cardiotoxicity of Ponatinib-Loaded PLGA-PEG-PLGA Nanoparticles in Zebrafish Xenograft Model.
( MDPI , 2022 , Article)Tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) are the new generation of anti-cancer drugs with high potential against cancer cells' proliferation and growth. However, TKIs are associated with severe cardiotoxicity, limiting their ... -
Reduced vasorin enhances angiotensin II signaling within the aging arterial wall
( Impact Journals , 2018 , Article)The glycosylated protein vasorin physically interacts with the transforming growth factor-beta1 (TGF-β1) and functionally attenuates its fibrogenic signaling in the vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) of the arterial wall. ... -
Reference ranges of lymphocyte subsets in healthy Qatari adults
( Future Medicine Ltd , 2015 , Article)Aim: Determine reference ranges of lymphocyte subsets in healthy Qatari adults. Patients & Methods: Blood samples (n = 150) were investigated using four colors flow cytometery. Results: The mean percentage and absolute ... -
Reframing how we care for people with persistent non-traumatic musculoskeletal pain. Suggestions for the rehabilitation community
( Elsevier Ltd , 2021 , Other)There have been repeated calls to re-evaluate how clinicians provide care for people presenting with persistent non-traumatic musculoskeletal conditions. One suggestion is to move away from the ‘we can fix and cure you’ ... -
Region-specific Exercises vs General Exercises in the Management of Spinal and Peripheral Musculoskeletal Disorders: A Systematic Review With Meta-analyses of Randomized Controlled Trials
( W.B. Saunders , 2021 , Article Review)Objective: To compare the efficacy of region-specific exercises to general exercises approaches for adults with spinal or peripheral musculoskeletal disorders (MSKDs). Data Sources: Electronic searches were conducted up ... -
Regional Difference in the Association between the Trajectory of Selenium Intake and Hypertension: A 20-Year Cohort Study.
( MDPI , 2021 , Article)The effect of selenium on hypertension is inconclusive. We aimed to study the relationship between selenium intake and incident hypertension. Adults (age ≥20 years) in the China Health and Nutrition Survey were followed ... -
Rehabilitation needs in individuals with knee OA in rural Western Cape, South Africa: an exploratory qualitative study
( Cambridge University Press , 2020 , Article)Background: Current clinical practice guidelines have suggested that each individual with knee osteoarthritis (OA) should receive three core treatments from their health care provider. These core treatments comprise of ... -
Reinforcement learning-based decision support system for COVID-19
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)Globally, informed decision on the most effective set of restrictions for the containment of COVID-19 has been the subject of intense debates. There is a significant need for a structured dynamic framework to model and ... -
Relation of Age to Survival in Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea who Develop an Acute Coronary Event (From The National Inpatient Sample)
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)This study was undertaken to investigate whether obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) produces a survival advantage in acute coronary syndrome (ACS), and to evaluate the mechanism of any benefit, including the impact of age and ... -
Relationship between body mass index, risk of venous thromboembolism and pulmonary embolism: A systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of cohort studies among four million participants
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article Review)Background: The relationship between body mass index (BMI) and risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) and pulmonary embolism (PE) is a controversial issue. This dose-response meta-analysis was performed to investigate the ... -
The relationship between bone mineral density and body composition among Qatari women with high rate of obesity: qatar Biobank Data
( Frontiers Media , 2022 , Article)Studies have reported inconsistent results for the relationship between body composition and bone mineral density (BMD) among women, especially those with a high rate of obesity. This study aims to examine the association ... -
Relationship between fat distribution, iron status, and hepcidin in Qatari obese adults
( 21st World Obesity Conference (2018) , 2019 , Conference Paper)Introduction: The global prevalence of obesity has reached an alarming rate. In addition to obesity and chronic diseases, high prevalence of micronutrient deficiencies especially iron deficiency anemia (ADA) was observed ... -
The Relationship Between Leptin and PCOS
( De Gruyter , 2014 , Conference Paper)Background: The ob gene produces a leptin hormone that works as a satiety signal to the hypothalamus. Leptin may have a role in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) via its role on obesity and insulin resistance. Materials ...