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Oral health knowledge, attitudes, and practices among female public health and nutrition university students in Qatar
( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Article)Objectives: The present study aimed to determine oral health (OH) related knowledge, attitudes, and practices among Public Health (PH) and Nutrition (NU) students at Qatar University. Method: A cross-sectional study was ... -
The apoptotic and anti-proliferative effects of Neosetophomone B in T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukaemia via PI3K/AKT/mTOR pathway inhibition
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2025 , Article)The phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase/Protein Kinase B/mammalian target of rapamycin (PI3K/AKT/mTOR) signalling pathway is pivotal in various cancers, including T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (T-ALL), a particularly ... -
Evaluating the appropriateness and the factors associated with sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitors prescribing in a Middle Eastern country: a cross-sectional study
( Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH , 2025 , Article)Background: Sodium glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitors (SGLT2is) are a novel class of oral antidiabetic drugs (ADDs). Studies evaluating the appropriateness of SGLT2is prescribing, and the factors associated with their ... -
World antimicrobial awareness week
( Frontiers Media S.A. , 2024 , Other)The World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW), established at the 68th World Health Assembly in 2015 and observed from the 18th to the 24th of November each year, has been an annual occasion to direct public attention to ... -
Remote online learning reimagined: perceptions and experiences of medical students in a post-pandemic world
( Springer Nature , 2025 , Article)Background: Blended learning is a key educational methodology, particularly in medical education, and involves integration of online and face-to-face interactions to enhance flexibility and engagement. Blended learning ... -
Readiness for self-directed learning among undergraduate medical students in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during COVID-19, Pakistan
( Springer Nature , 2025 , Article)Background: The field of medical sciences has continuously been changing and evolving rapidly pertaining to the newly introduced practices and guidelines according to the principles of evidence-based medicine. Therefore, ... -
Improving the structure of lentil proteins during fermentation and their association with nutritional values and solubility
( Taylor & Francis , 2025 , Article)Lentil proteins (LPs) may encounter challenges in their food industry applications due to certain limitations in their functional properties. This study focused on enhancing the quality of LPs through physical modifications ... -
A comparative retrospective study of pre-fibrotic primary myelofibrosis versus overtly fibrotic stage in Qatar: clinicopathological, genetic landscape, risk stratification and survival data (2008-2021)-a single center experience
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2024 , Article)Background: In MENA region, there is a lack of evidence on Primary Myelofibrosis (PMF), leading to its underrepresentation in medical literature. This study marks the first comprehensive report on PMF data in Qatar, ... -
Lentil protein and trehalose conjugates: Structural interactions and mechanisms for improving multi-level structure and functional characteristics
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2024 , Article)This study aimed to improve lentil proteins' (LPs) functionality and nutritional value, specifically addressing their lower water solubility and digestibility. A unique combination of LP-disaccharide interactions was ... -
Genomics of rare diseases in the Greater Middle East
( Nature Research , 2025 , Article)The Greater Middle East (GME) represents a concentrated region of unparalleled genetic diversity, characterized by an abundance of distinct alleles, founder mutations and extensive autozygosity driven by high consanguinity ... -
Developing and evaluating a Disaster Management Assessment Tool for Health Care Practitioners
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2025 , Article)Background: Over the last fifty years, the frequency and intensity of disasters have escalated, highlighting the importance of healthcare practitioners (HCPs) being thoroughly prepared for disaster management. Despite this ... -
Prognostic Models of Mortality Following First-Ever Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Population-Based Retrospective Cohort Study
( John Wiley & Sons , 2025 , Article)Background and Aims: There is a lack of population-based studies focusing on guideline-based prognostic models for stroke. This study aimed to develop and validate a prognostic model that predicts mortality following a ... -
Factors associated with contrast-associated acute kidney injury in an emergency department: A cohort study in Lebanon.
( Public Library of Science , 2025 , Article)Contrast-associated acute kidney injury (CA-AKI) is a common problem in hospitals, particularly in low-middle-income countries (LMIC), due to limited resources and a high prevalence of comorbidities. Kidney function ... -
Epidemiology, transmission dynamics, risk factors, and future directions of rabies in the Arabian Peninsula using one health approach: a review
( Oxford University Press , 2025 , Article)Despite global initiatives to eliminate dog-mediated human rabies by 2030, the Arabian Peninsula faces challenges due to insufficient data. This review addresses the current rabies situation and knowledge gaps in the region ... -
Metabarcoding analysis of oral microbiome during pregnancy
( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Article)Pregnancy is a dynamic physiological process involving significant hormonal, immune, and metabolic changes to support fetal growth and development. This study investigates the changes in salivary microbiome and biochemical ... -
Introduction to health and medication literacy
( Elsevier , 2024 , Book chapter)Health literacy is an important aspect of healthcare that has received significant global attention in recent years. For healthcare professionals, researchers, and policymakers, understanding the definition, conceptual ... -
Assessment of health and medication literacy
( Elsevier , 2024 , Book chapter)This chapter explores various health and medication literacy assessment methods and instruments. These instruments are crucial in health communication and providing patient care. It identifies and discusses the most commonly ... -
Syphilis infection prevalence in the Middle East and North Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Background: Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can be prevented and effectively treated; yet it continues to be a cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. There is a limited understanding of the ... -
Equity in Basic Medical Education accreditation standards: a scoping review protocol
( BMJ Publishing Group , 2025 , Article Review)Introduction Accreditation in Health Professions Education is a pivotal process to ensure the quality of medical institutions and health professionals. 'Equity' is an umbrella term reflecting the principles of justice and ... -
A multi-objective planning and scheduling model for elective and emergency cases in the operating room under uncertainty
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Hospitals are paramount hubs for delivering healthcare services, with their Operating Rooms (ORs) as a pivotal and financially substantial component. Efficient surgery ward planning is crucial in healthcare institutions, ...
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