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Correction to: Role of non-coding RNA networks in leukemia progression, metastasis and drug resistance (Molecular Cancer, (2020), 19, 1, (57), 10.1186/s12943-020-01175-9)
( BMC , 2020 , Other)Following the publication of the original article [1], authors have noticed that one of the authors, Syed Shadab Raza, was missing in the Authors’ Contributions section. Please see below updated section. -
Forging the Path to Precision Medicine in Qatar: A Public Health Perspective on Pharmacogenomics Initiatives
( Frontiers Media , 2024 , Article Review)Pharmacogenomics (PGx) is an important component of precision medicine that promises tailored treatment approaches based on an individual’s genetic information. Exploring the initiatives in research that help to integrate ... -
Sugar-sweetened beverage intakes among adults between 1990 and 2018 in 185 countries
(2023 , Article)Sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) are associated with cardiometabolic diseases and social inequities. For most nations, recent estimates and trends of intake are not available; nor variation by education or urbanicity. We ... -
Dietary Intake Is Not Associated with Body Composition nor with Biochemical Tests but with Psychological Status of Cancer Patients Receiving Chemotherapy
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2023 , Article)Chemotherapy can negatively affect cancer patients’ eating patterns, psychological status, body composition, and quality of life. In this study, we aimed to investigate the correlations between dietary intake/care and the ... -
Factors Affecting Healthcare Provider Referral to Heart Function Clinics: A Mixed-Methods Study
( Wolters Kluwer Health , 2024 , Article)Background Heart failure (HF) care providers are gatekeepers for patients to appropriately access lifesaving HF clinics. Objective The aim of this study was to investigate referring providers' perceptions regarding referral ... -
The role of genetic and epigenetic GNAS alterations in the development of early-onset obesity
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)BackgroundGNAS (guanine nucleotide-binding protein, alpha stimulating) is an imprinted gene that encodes Gsα, the α subunit of the heterotrimeric stimulatory G protein. This subunit mediates the signalling of a diverse ... -
Impact of emotional intelligence in resolving clinical conflicts among postgraduate residents of surgery
( Professional Medical Publications , 2023 , Article)Background & Objective: Emotional intelligence (EI) can become a vital tool for resolving clinical conflicts (CC) in surgery. The postgraduate residents focus on the technical skills and undermine the soft skills required ... -
Women-Focused Cardiac Rehabilitation Delivery Around the World and Program Enablers to Support Broader Implementation
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)BackgroundWomen are less likely than men to use cardiac rehabilitation (CR); thus, women-focused (W-F) CR was developed. Implementation of W-F CR globally was investigated, as well as barriers and enablers to its delivery. ... -
Prevalence, knowledge, awareness, and attitudes towards dietary supplements among Bahraini adults: a cross-sectional study
( Springer Nature , 2023 , Article)The usage of dietary supplements (DS) is a global trend that is likely influenced by sociodemographic variables and body weight status. Some individuals utilize supplements in the hopes that they may enhance their health ... -
Food safety-related practices among residents aged 18–75 years during the COVID-19 pandemic: a cross-sectional study in Southwest China
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2024 , Article)Background: Good food safety practices are essential to minimizing foodborne diseases. The present study explored the food safety-related practices of residents during the COVID-19 pandemic in Southwest China and identified ... -
Mangifera indica L. kernel ethanol extract inhibits cell viability and proliferation with induction of cell cycle arrest and apoptosis in lung cancer cells
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2024 , Article)In this study, we investigated the effects of an ethanolic extract of Mangifera indica L. kernel on the viability and proliferation of human lung cancer cells. We utilized MTT and BrdU cell proliferation assays, morphological ... -
Can absence of cardiac activity on point-of-care echocardiography predict death in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest? A systematic review and meta-analysis
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article Review)Aim: The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to evaluate the accuracy of the absence of cardiac motion on point-of-care echocardiography (PCE) in predicting termination of resuscitation (TOR), short-term ... -
Identification of Potential Inhibitors Targeting GTPase-Kirsten RAt Sarcoma Virus (K-Ras) Driven Cancers via E-Pharmacophore-Based Virtual Screening and Drug Repurposing Approach
( IMR Press Limited , 2023 , Article)Background: Mutations in the K-Ras gene are among the most frequent genetic alterations in various cancers, and inhibiting RAS signaling has shown promising results in treating solid tumors. However, finding effective drugs ... -
Patterns and trends of hepatitis C virus infection in Jordan: an observational study
( Frontiers Media SA , 2023 , Article)Background: Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection levels in Jordan remain uncertain. No HCV national population-based survey has ever been conducted in the country. To meet the World Health Organization’s target of reducing ... -
The effectiveness and safety of palbociclib and ribociclib in stage IV HR+/HER-2 negative breast cancer: a nationwide real world comparative retrospective cohort study
( Frontiers Media SA , 2023 , Article)Introduction: Palbociclib and ribociclib are indicated in the first-line treatment of hormonal receptor-positive HER-2 negative (HR+/HER2- negative) advanced breast cancer. Although randomized-controlled trials (RCTs) ... -
Transforming cancer clinical trials: The integral role of artificial intelligence in electronic health records for efficient patient recruitment
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Healthcare is one of the sectors where artificial intelligence (AI) is currently viewed as a crucial driving factor. Patient care, medical research, and clinical trial enrollment could all significantly improve due to AI's ... -
Challenges in Managing Nonmotor Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease in Low-Resourced Settings with Unavailability of Newer Drugs
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2024 , Article)Nonmotor symptoms (NMS) are prevalent in people with Parkinson's disease (PD). They can be just as debilitating and challenging to manage as the motor symptoms that are often more well known. The available evidence supporting ... -
Genomic insights and advanced machine learning: characterizing autism spectrum disorder biomarkers and genetic interactions
( Springer , 2024 , Article)Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition characterized by altered brain connectivity and function. In this study, we employed advanced bioinformatics and explainable AI to analyze gene ... -
Congenital absence of appendix: a rare condition that could result in severe complications-a review of literature
( Oxford University Press , 2023 , Article)Acute appendicitis is the most frequent cause of abdominal pain and acute emergency surgeries, with a mortality risk of 6-7% at its onset. Since atypical deviations in these structures are rare, they can lead to diagnosis ... -
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 ...