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Activation of the pro-oxidant PKC?IIp66Shc Signaling pathway contributes to pericyte dysfunction in skeletal muscles of patients with diabetes with critical limb Ischemia
( American Diabetes Association Inc. , 2016 , Article)Critical limb ischemia (CLI), foot ulcers, former amputation, and impaired regeneration are independent risk factors for limb amputation in subjects with diabetes. The present work investigates whether and by which mechanism ... -
Meals served to hypertensive and cardiac inpatients in Jordan: comparison with WHO and NIH dietary guidelines
( World Health Organization , 2016 , Article)This study aimed to evaluate the compliance of daily meals served to hypertensive and cardiac inpatients in Jordan according to WHO guidelines and the Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes (TLC) and Dietary Approach to Stop ... -
Consumption of Whole Grains, Refined Cereals and Legumes and its Association with Colorectal Cancer among Jordanians
( Sage , 2016 , Article)Background The role of whole grains, refined cereals, and legumes in preventing or initiating colorectal cancer (CRC) is still uncertain. The aim of this study is to examine the possible association between the consumption ... -
Energy balance and macronutrient distribution in relation to C-reactive protein and HbA1c levels among patients with type 2 diabetes
( Co-Action Publishing , 2016 , Article)BACKGROUND: Recently growing evidence indicates that obesity and diabetes are states of inflammation associated with elevated circulation of inflammatory mediators. Excess adiposity and oxidative stress, induced by ... -
Is it the time for Hepatitis E virus (HEV) Testing for Blood Donors in Qatar?
( Qatar Foundation , 2016 , Conference Paper)HEV is the etiologic agent of acute hepatitis E. Although HEV usually causes a self-limiting infection, the disease may develop into a chronic or fulminant form of Hepatitis. Sporadic HEV infections spread in several ... -
Knowledge of MERS-Corona Virus among Female Students at Qatar University.
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Proceedings)Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) is a severe, acute respiratory illness caused by Corona Virus (CDC, 2015). Globally, there are 1599 cases diagnosed with MERS Corona virus and at least 574 related death cases were ... -
Experiencing Loss: A Muslim Widow's Bereavement Narrative
( Springer New York LLC , 2016 , Article)In this article, we explore how Islam, minority status and refugee experiences intersect in shaping meaning-making processes following bereavement. We do this through a phenomenological analysis of a biographical account ... -
If there is really a Notable Concern about allergenicity of genetically modified foods?
( Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences , 2016 , Article)In recent decades, biotechnologists have striven to improve the quantity and quality of food supply. Producing genetically modified (GM) foods is one of the main goals and many countries all over the world have approved ... -
Is it the time for Hepatitis E virus (HEV) Testing for Blood Donors in Qatar?
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Background: HEV is the etiologic agent of acute hepatitis E. Although HEV usually causes a self-limiting infection, the disease may develop into a chronic or fulminant form of Hepatitis. Sporadic HEV infections spread in ... -
Enteric Protoz Associated with Acute Diarrhea in Hospitalized Children in Qatar
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Diarrhea is the passage of three or more watery stool in a period of 24 hours (WHO, 2013). Types of diarrhea include acute watery diarrhea, acute bloody diarrhea known as dysentery and persistent diarrhea (WHO, 2013). It ... -
Prevalence of Gastrointestinal Protoz in Feral Cat Population in Qatar
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Introduction: Doha city has a high feral cat population that is estimated to outnumber its human inhabitants by 2-3:1 with a total population of 2-3 million cats according to Qatar Cat Control Unit (QCCU). Doha had a ... -
Association between Insulin and Nitric Oxide in Human Retinal Microvascular Endothelial Cells in vitro
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Obesity and type 2 diabetes is characterized by insulin resistance which has been reported as the major risk factors associated with the development of the endothelial dysfunction and vascular complications such as ... -
Seroprevalence of Toxoplasma Gondii Among Stray Cats in Qatar
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Toxoplasmosis is the most widespread infection worldwide due to the parasite Toxoplasma gondii. The protozoan is a ubiquitous pathogen of warm-blooded animals, including man. In man it is responsible for fetal damage and ... -
A Pilot Study On Cognitive-behavioral Approach For Combatting Childhood Obesity In Qatar
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Levels of overweight and obesity have reached alarming proportions in Qatar and other Gulf nations. In Qatar, the need to establish national strategies for the prevention and treatment of obesity was recognized in the ... -
Mitochondrial dysfunction and cell death in neurodegenerative diseases through nitroxidative stress
( Elsevier B.V. , 2016 , Article)Mitochondria are important for providing cellular energy ATP through the oxidative phosphorylation pathway. They are also critical in regulating many cellular functions including the fatty acid oxidation, the metabolism ... -
Lipidomics for the Prediction of the Unstable Coronary Plaque
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Plaques that build up in the lining of the coronary arteries are made up of lipids, inflammatory cells, smooth muscle cells and connective tissue. Thormbosis of a not necessarily occlusive but unstable plaque most often ... -
Knowledge of MERS-Corona Virus among Female Students at Qatar University
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) is a severe, acute respiratory illness caused by Corona Virus (CDC, 2015). Globally, there are 1599 cases diagnosed with MERS Corona virus and at least 574 related death cases were ... -
Conversion of Organic Municipal Wastes into Biochars and their Effect on Fertility Parameters of Normal and Sabkha Soils of Qatar
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Qatar is undergoing rapid economic growth fueled by its ambitious national vision 2030 which specifically aims to achieve sustainable development. To achieve the latter, durable and sustainable alternatives for municipal ... -
Prevalence of Virulence/Stress Genes in Campylobacter Jejuni from Chicken Meat Sold in Qatari Retail Outlets
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Chicken meat from the shelves of supermarkets in Qatar was tested for the presence of Camplobacter spp., and the presence of five virulence genes (htrB, cdtB, clpB, cadF and ciaB) was assessed in isolates. Forty eight ... -
Specific Bioactive Compounds from Ginger, Tea, and Apple Prevent Diabetes-Related Cataract Via Inhibition of Aldose Reducatse
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Paper)North Carolina Research Campus, 500 Laureate Way, Kannapolis, NC 28081, United States Abstract Chronic hyperglycemia is an important risk factor involved in the onset and progression of secondary complications of diabetes. ...