College of Health Sciences: Recent submissions
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Silicone quaterium-22 surfactant as an eco-friendly carbon steel anticorrosive: Assessment of corrosion inhibition properties and ecotoxicity in zebrafish embryos
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)Corrosion of carbon steel pipelines in the oil and gas industry presents operational and environmental challenges, requiring safer alternatives to toxic corrosion inhibitors. This study evaluates Silicon-Q-22 (SQ22) as a ... -
Consumers perception of insect-based foods in Lebanon: A novel sustainable food source
( Wageningen Academic , 2025 , Article)The focus on sustainable food innovation is driving interest in insect-based foods as a unique and environmentally friendly protein alternative. The aim of the study was to assess consumer perception, knowledge and ... -
Comprehensive global-scale evaluation of the COVID-19 pandemic associated with 234 countries, territories, and sub-national locations during 2020–2024
( Springer Nature , 2025 , Article)Comprehensive estimation of COVID-19, including infection, death, excess mortality, case fatality rate (CFR), and infection fatality rate (IFR), is essential for understanding the pandemic’s pattern. The location-specific ... -
The impact of online food delivery applications on dietary pattern disruption in the Arab region
( Frontiers Media , 2025 , Article)Background: While online food delivery applications (OFDAs) offer convenient food accessibility, their impact on dietary behaviors remains insufficiently explored, especially in the Arab region. This study applies machine ... -
Correction to: Intravenous administration of gold nanoparticles in rats exhibit alterations in sphingomyelins, bile acids, sphingolipids, and cholesterol esters levels (Emergent Materials, (2025), 8, 2, (985-998), 10.1007/s42247-024-00888-7)
( Springer Nature , 2025 , Article)The original version of this publication contained wrong texts in the Acknowledgement section and in the Author contributions section. In addition, the article note on page 1 has been corrected. These errors have been ... -
Comprehensive performance evaluation of four chemiluminescence immunoassays for detecting vitamin D deficiency across diverse clinical conditions
( The Public Library of Science (PLOS) , 2025 , Article)Background/Objectives Vitamin D deficiency is a significant global health concern, requiring accurate diagnosis. This study evaluates the performance of four chemiluminescent immunoassay (CLIA) platforms; Snibe, Roche, ... -
Advanced monolayer and layer-by-layer nanocapsule systems for sustained release of carvacrol and trans-cinnamaldehyde against multidrug-resistant Salmonella in poultry
( Springer Nature , 2025 , Article)Abstract: The rise of antibiotic-resistant Salmonella in poultry poses a significant public health challenge. This study assessed the efficacy of carvacrol and trans-cinnamaldehyde, in free and nanoencapsulated forms, as ... -
Association between external eating and dietary patterns among middle school students in Chongqing, China
( Frontiers , 2025 , Article)Background: The dietary pattern, serving as a comprehensive indicator of the nutritional intake of middle school students, plays a crucial role in guiding their health. External eating, the behavior of eating based on ... -
Associations of Abdominal Obesity-Related Dietary Patterns with Prediabetes and Type 2 Diabetes: Exploring the Mediating Effects of Body Composition and Altitude in Tibetan Adults
(2025 , Article)Objectives: To investigate the association of dietary patterns (DPs) with prediabetes and Type 2 Diabetes among Tibetan adults, first to identify DPs associated with abdominal obesity and examine their relationships with ... -
Adherence to the Lebanese National Dietary and Lifestyle Guidelines for Pregnancy and Its Association With Postpartum Weight Retention
( Wiley-Blackwell , 2025 , Article)The Lebanese National Dietary and Lifestyle Guidelines for Pregnancy (DLGP) were developed to foster maternal and child health. The study aims to examine adherence to the DLGP and investigate its association with postpartum ... -
Silver-based dressings for the prevention of surgical site infections: evidence from randomized trials
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)BackgroundSurgical site infections (SSIs) are a major cause of postoperative complications, increasing morbidity and healthcare costs. Silver-based dressings are commonly used due to their antimicrobial properties, but ... -
Dietary glycemic index is associated with overweight and obesity in preschool children: a national cross-sectional study in Lebanon.
( Springer Nature , 2025 , Article)Although dietary glycemic index (GI) and glycemic load (GL) have been proposed to modulate overweight risk, evidence in preschoolers remains scarce and contentious, and lacking in the Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR). ... -
The effect of self-reported flossing behavior on cardiovascular disease events and mortality Findings from the 2009-2016 National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)BackgroundThere is increasing evidence suggesting that daily oral hygiene self-care measures may alleviate cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. The authors aimed to determine the influence of self-reported dental flossing ... -
Telehealth satisfaction among patients with chronic diseases: a cross-sectional analysis
( PeerJ Inc. , 2025 , Article)Background. The study aims to assess telehealth satisfaction among patients with chronic diseases focusing on key demographic and clinical factors that influence satisfaction. Methods. A descriptive cross-sectional study ... -
Clinical outcome of OviTex reinforced tissue matrix in hernia repair: A systematic review and meta-analysis
( HBKU Press , 2025 , Article)Background: This review provides a comprehensive and current overview of the clinical outcomes associated with the use of OviTex reinforced tissue matrix (RTM) in hernia repair. Methods: We conducted a systematic review ... -
Outcomes and management of Peyronie’s disease with combined treatment of collagenase clostridium histolyticum, vacuum erection device, and tadalafil
( Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications , 2025 , Article)Peyronie’s disease (PD) is a connective tissue disorder characterized by abnormal collagen deposition in the tunica albuginea, leading to penile curvature, pain, and erectile dysfunction. This study aimed to evaluate the ... -
Sleep Quality and Its Predictors Among Pregnant Women in Jordan: A Cross-Sectional Study
( Dove Medical Press , 2025 , Article)Introduction: Pregnant women often report poor sleep quality and increased sleep disturbances, especially in the second and third trimesters. Studies showed inconsistent prevalence of poor sleep quality among pregnant ... -
Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation Effectiveness on Gait, Balance, and Motor Functions in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
( Sage Journals , 2025 , Article)BackgroundStudies on non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) for children with cerebral palsy (CP) have yielded inconsistent findings regarding motor skills. This research will evaluate its efficacy through a systematic ... -
Factors Associated with Physical Activity Among People with Multiple Sclerosis in Jordan: Which Clinical Characteristics are Important?
( SAGE , 2025 , Article)BackgroundPhysical activity (PA) enhances mental and physical functioning of people with multiple sclerosis (PwMS). Yet, PwMS often do not engage in sufficient PA in the Middle East region.ObjectiveTo explore PA-associated ... -
Exploring Differentially Methylated Genes among Preterm Birth and Full-Term Birth
( Karger , 2025 , Article)INTRODUCTION: Preterm birth (PTB) is a major contributor to neonatal morbidity and mortality. DNA methylation plays a critical role in fetal development and may serve as an epigenetic biomarker for PTB. However, few ...
