Volume 4 Issue 1
- Short Commentary
Implementing osteoarthritis prevention in China: An urgent priority
Daren Zhao*
The world is undergoing a pronounced demographic shift toward population aging, a trend that China is also experiencing. By the end of 2024, China’s population aged 60 and above reached 310.31 million, accounting for 22.0% of the total population, while those aged 65 and older numbered 220.23 million, representing 15.6% of the population ...
- Research Article
Utility of polygenic risk scores and pharmacogenetic testing for cardiovascular risk management
Morcillo Serra César*; Espinar Vicario Iñigo; Canepa Leite Juan Pablo; Martí Sánchez David; Ortega Marcos Javier; Jiménez Mena Manuel; Zamorano Gómez José Luis; Gutiérrez Gabriel Sonia; Tomás Martínez José Francisco; Suela Rubio Javier
Polygenic Risk Scores (PRS) may aid in risk prediction and facilitate earlier interventions for primary prevention. Pharmacogenetic testing has the potential to optimize cardiovascular pharmacotherapy. This study aimed to evaluate the utility of PRS by comparing ...
- Research Article
Predictors of depression among justice involved youth
Richard Dembo, PhD*; Alexis Swezey; James Schmeidler, PhD
Depressed mood remains a significant mental health problem among justice involved youth. There is a well-established correlation between depressed mood and conduct problems (e.g., conduct disorder and oppositional defiant disorder) during childhood ...
- Research Article
Patient satisfaction on COVID and not COVID wards – A cross-sectional comparative pilot study
Pevec Teodor, PhD, MD*; Pevec Tia
Introduction: Staying in COVID wards is different from in regular internal wards where non-COVID patients are treated. The objective of this study was to evaluate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on patient satisfaction in comparison with patient satisfaction in non COVID-19 departments.
- Research Article
GC–MS characterization, antioxidant capacity, and nutritional prospects of Utebe Ekpo (Eryngium foetidum L.) cultivated in Ikono, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria: An underexplored functional food resource
Anietie Eyo Robert*; Uduak Onofiok Luke; Cletus Anes Ukwubile; Kenneth Onwe Tochukwu; Abbas Sani; Ima Obot Jimmy
Eryngium foetidum L., locally known as Utebe Ekpo in southern Nigeria, is a tropical leafy herb traditionally consumed as a spice and medicinal plant, yet remains underexplored as a functional food. This study evaluated the phytochemical composition, nutritional ...
- Research Article
A Bio-Digital Twin framework for forecasting RSV transmission through integration of viral molecular stability, environmental microclimates, and population vulnerability across California
Rolando Mantilla*
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a leading cause of pediatric and geriatric hospitalizations, with significant burden documented in both young children [10] and older adults [7]. Traditional forecasting models often rely on historical case trajectories and treat viral phenotypes as static, overlooking the dynamic ...
- Review Article
A review of the performance of rapid diagnostic tests for the NS1 protein in diagnosing dengue infection
Zapata de la Cruz Melina, MSc; Falcón Lezama Jorge A, PhD; Quiroz Gómez Sergio, PhD; Guzmán Priego Crystell G, PhD*
The dengue virus is composed of structural proteins (envelope, membrane, and capsid) and non- structural proteins (NS1, NS2A, NS2B, NS3, NS4A, NS4B, and NS5). The NS1 protein is the most relevant, as its hexameric form is released into the blood and can be detected in this medium, in serum and plasma...
- Review Article
Qualitative review of SMOG crisis and public health in Pakistan
Hamna Khuld, MS*
To evaluate the health impact of the 2024 Lahore SMOG crisis on children, with particular focus on respiratory illnesses and long-term health risks, using qualitative insights to capture lived experiences. An observational qualitative study utilizing semi-structured interviews with caregivers, healthcare professionals, and community members directly affected by the SMOG crisis...
- Research Article
Perception of workplace violence risk among healthcare workers: A single center cross-sectional survey
Giovanna Sepe*; Giovanni Cirillo
Workplace Violence (WPV) is an increasing concern in healthcare. This study investigated the perception of WPV risk among healthcare professionals at Nola Hospital, Southern Italy, in 2023, focusing on awareness, contributing factors, and preparedness...
- Research Article
The impact of patient and healthcare system-related delays on tuberculosis management among aged 15 years and above at Kenyatta National Hospital
Magoba Ronald Arnold*; Mogere Dominic; Magu Dennis; Mudenyo Mark Owang
Delays in Tuberculosis (TB) diagnosis and treatment continue to compromise control efforts, particularly in high-burden settings such as Kenya. These delays increase transmission, worsen clinical outcomes, and elevate mortality.....