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Association of Oral Health with Frailty, Malnutrition Risk and Functional Decline in Hospitalized Older Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study

Poor oral health is known to be associated with adverse outcomes, but the frequency and impact of poor oral health on older adults in the acute inpatient setting has been less well studied. We examined the association between oral health, frailty, nutrition and functional decline in hospitalized older adults. Retrospective cross-sectional study. We included data from 465 inpatients (mean age 79.2±8.3 years) admitted acutely to a tertiary hospital. We evaluated oral health using the Revised Oral Assessment Guide (ROAG), frailty using the Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS), malnutrition risk using the Nutritional Screening Tool (NST) and functional status using a modified Katz Activities of Daily Living (ADL) scale. We examined cross-sectional associations of oral health with frailty, malnutrition risk and functional decline on admission, followed by multivariate logistic regression models evaluating the association between poor oral health and the aforementioned outcomes. 343 (73.8%), 100 (21.5%) and 22 (4.7%) were classified as low, moderate and high risk on the ROAG, respectively. Poorer oral health was associated with greater severity of frailty, functional decline on admission and malnutrition risk. Abnormalities in ROAG domains of voice changes, swallowing difficulty, xerostomia, lips and tongue appearance were more frequently present at greater severity of frailty. Poor oral health was associated with frailty [odds ratio (OR): 1.76, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.05–2.97; P=0.034]; malnutrition risk [OR: 2.76, 95% CI 1.46–5.19, P=0.002] and functional decline [OR: 1.62, 95% CI 1.01–2.59, P=0.046]. Poor oral health is significantly associated with frailty, malnutrition risk and functional decline in older inpatients. Oral health evaluation, as part of a comprehensive geriatric assessment may be a target for interventions to improve outcomes. Further research including longitudinal outcomes and effectiveness of specific interventions targeted at oral health are warranted in older adults in the inpatient setting.
Board diversity and firm value: A study on Malaysian listed firms in manufacturing and non-manufacturing sectors

The main purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between board diversity and firm value in firms in the manufacturing and non-manufacturing sectors listed on Bursa Malaysia. The methodology of this study utilized 200 samples of Malaysian listed companies from 2014 to 2016. The board diversity variables in this study were gender, age, educational level, outsider director, and nationality. Diversity data were collected from the annual report, while all financial data, such as firm age, firm value, and firm leverage, were collected from the Eikon database. The findings show that educational level has a negative relationship with firm value, while outsider director has a positive relationship with firm value in the manufacturing sector. In the non-manufacturing sector, gender and nationality have positive relationships with firm value. In conclusion, the manufacturing industry needs outsider directors’ expertise to improve production operations. A higher level of education may lead directors to focus on fewer business aspects rather than the overall business. The non-manufacturing sector requires knowledge and skills that enhance customer satisfaction and thus increase firm value. The practical implication is that regulators such as Bursa Malaysia can enforce boardroom diversity through rules and regulations, which will affect firm value.
Feasibility of Sustainable Asphalt Concrete Materials Utilizing Waste Plastic Aggregate, Epoxy Resin, and Magnesium-Based Additive

This research addresses the urgent need for sustainable and durable asphalt mixtures by quantitatively investigating the effects of incorporating waste plastic aggregate (WPA) and magnesium-based additives. This study explores WPA content levels of 3%, 5%, and 7% wt of aggregate in combination with a fixed 3% wt epoxy resin content to the asphalt binder, supplemented with the 1.5% wt magnesium-based additive. The novelty of this research lies in its comprehensive analysis of various performance parameters, including deformation strength, indirect tensile strength (ITS), rut depth, and dynamic stability, to assess the impact of WPA, epoxy resin, and the magnesium-based additive on asphalt mixture properties. The results demonstrate significant improvements in key performance aspects with increasing WPA content. The WPA mixtures exhibit enhanced deformation strength, with values of 4.01, 3.7, and 3.32 MPa for 3, 5, and 7% wt WPA content, respectively, compared to the control mixture. Furthermore, the inclusion of WPA and epoxy resin, along with the magnesium-based additive, contributes to improved adhesion, cohesion, and resistance to stripping damage. Notably, the 7% wt WPA mixture showcases exceptional performance, characterized by a final rut depth of 2.66 mm and a dynamic stability of 7519 passes per millimeter, highlighting its superior rutting resistance and load-bearing capacity. This study also reveals the influence of WPA content on ITS and stiffness properties, with the 5% wt WPA mixture achieving an optimal balance between strength and stiffness. Overall, this research highlights the potential of incorporating WPA, epoxy resin, and magnesium-based additives in asphalt mixtures to enhance their performance and durability. By utilizing plastic waste materials and optimizing their combination with epoxy reinforcement, along with the innovative use of magnesium-based additive, the findings contribute to the development of sustainable infrastructure materials and pave the way for further advancements in the field.
Households’ Clean Cooking Fuel Poverty: Testing the Energy-Ladder Hypothesis in the Case of Bangladesh

The study explores clean cooking fuel poverty in Bangladeshi households based on the energy ladder hypothesis stating that as income increases, households switch towards cleaner cooking fuels. Data from the Bangladesh Demographic and Household Survey (BDHS) 2017-18 reveals that 20.45% of households use advanced or cleaner cooking fuels, while a majority (79.23%) still rely on primitive or traditional cooking fuels. Electricity is used by a very small percentage (0.57%), while LPG is used by a slightly higher proportion (6.96%). Biogas usage is minimal (0.11%), and a small percentage (0.03%) still relies on kerosene. Wood is the dominant fuel (46.25%), and other minor sources include charcoal (0.10%), straw/shrubs/grass (0.63%), agricultural crop residues (25.96%), and animal dung (6.39%). The results reveal that only a small proportion of households (20.45%) are classified as "clean cooking fuel non-poor," indicating a limited adoption of cleaner cooking technologies in Bangladesh. Further analysis indicates a gradual increase in clean cooking fuel usage as wealth status improves. Only 0.25% of the poorest households use clean fuels, while the percentage increases to 0.68% in the "poorer" category, 3.92% in the "middle" wealth category, and 24.51% in the "richer" category. Among the wealthiest households, 70.64% use clean cooking fuels. The study highlights the urgent need for policymakers in Bangladesh to address clean cooking fuel poverty by implementing measures like subsidies, awareness campaigns, and infrastructure development to promote cleaner cooking technologies, thereby improving public health and environmental sustainability.
Exploring the Feasibility of Calculating Expected pCO2 From Venous Blood Gas Samples Alone in Intensive Care Patients

Introduction This study highlights the significance of assessing acid-base balance and gas exchange in intensive care patients. The research investigates the applicability of using the "expected (pCO2 = HCO3 + 15)" formula, derived from venous blood gas samples, as an alternative to Winter's formula and practical formula. The study emphasizes the importance of identifying the primary acid-base abnormality accurately and efficiently for appropriate clinical intervention in critically ill patients. Methods This study included 400 adult patients admitted to the Anesthesia Clinic in the Third Stage Anesthesia and Reanimation Intensive Care Unit at Hitit University Erol Olçok Training and Research Hospital between April 2020 and July 2023. Blood gas samples were collected simultaneously from both arterial lines and venous catheters. Patients under 18 years, pregnant women, hemodialysis patients, and those with missing data were excluded. The study aimed to calculate the expected partial pressure of carbon dioxide (pCO2) values using Winter's formula and simple formula for both arterial and venous blood gas samples and assess potential correlations between them. Results The results showed a narrow range for arterial pH values (7.12-7.72), a wider distribution for pCO2 values (17.90-81.30 mmHg), and a moderate dispersion for HCO3 values (12.80-44.33 mmol/L). Both Winter's and simple formulas were applied to estimate the expected pCO2 values, showing strong positive correlations between arterial and venous pH, pCO2, and HCO3 values. The scatterplot illustrated a very high level of association (Pearson's correlation coefficient, r = 1) between the expected pCO2 values derived from both formulas using arterial and venous blood gas samples. Conclusion The clinical study demonstrates that estimating expected pCO2 values in mixed acid-base disorders can be achieved using a simple and convenient formulation, eliminating the need for arterial blood gas sampling and its associated complications.
Chronic Periodontitis and the Potential Likelihood of Gastric Cancer: A Nested Case-Control Study in the Korean Population Utilizing a National Health Sample Cohort

Simple Summary This research investigates the potential link between gum disease and stomach cancer in the Korean population. In this study, we analyzed data from over 10,000 people with gastric cancer and 40,000 healthy individuals. The results indicate that individuals who had gum disease in the past one to two years were more likely to develop stomach cancer. This association was consistently observed in different groups, such as men under 65 years old. The study emphasizes the importance of regular screening for stomach cancer, particularly for those at high risk, such as individuals with a history of gum disease. These findings contribute to our understanding of the connection between oral health and stomach cancer and may guide future preventive measures. Abstract There is limited information regarding the potential association between chronic periodontitis (CP) and gastric cancer, especially in the Korean population. This study aimed to explore this relationship. This nested case–control study analyzed data from 10,174 patients with gastric cancer and 40,696 controls from the Korean National Health Insurance Service–National Sample Cohort using propensity score matching. Standardized differences were used to compare baseline characteristics between study groups. Logistic regression analyses adjusted for confounders were conducted to assess the association between history of CP and gastric cancer occurrence. CP histories and comprehensive subgroup analyses in the 1- and 2-year periods preceding the index date were evaluated. Individuals with a history of CP within the 1-year and 2-year periods showed an increased likelihood of developing gastric cancer. Subgroup analyses consistently supported these findings in male participants aged <65 years and individuals with various income levels or living in residential areas. However, no significant associations were observed among participants aged ≥65 years. In conclusion, CP may be a potential risk factor for gastric cancer development in the Korean population. Regular screening for gastric cancer may be necessary for high-risk individuals, specifically men aged <65 years with a history of CP.
A NEW APPROACH CHANGING EXPECTATIONS FROM SOLID PARTS OF BUILDING ENVELOPES: TESTING THE CARBON DIOXIDE DIFFUSION AND RETAINING PERFORMANCES OF BUILDING MATERIALS

Contemporary building technology focuses on fully airtight building envelopes supported with mechanical or hybrid ventilation systems for energy-efficient buildings and healthier indoors. In fact, during COVID-19 pandemic and associated lock-downs, people realized how valuable fresh air is in built environments. Experts and governments promoted natural ventilation to meet higher air change rates. If mechanical ventilation is the only option, it is recommended to stop recirculation and feed the indoor air with 100% outdoor air (ASHREA, 2020; REHVA, 2021). These recommendations are quite challenging for a sustainable construction sector aiming at energy efficiency. This challenge presents an opportunity to think out of the box. In other words, this situation awakens curiosity to other undiscovered horizons beyond the common approach which encourages fully airtight built environments and advanced mechanical ventilation solutions. Here, this study asks a striking question: “What if the key to healthier indoor air is the breathable building envelopes? ” This question may be considered as a paradigm shift for the building science community obsessed with airtightness. In fact, the concept of breathable walls is not new, but this hitherto underestimated approach is worth reconsidering.
Image of Ideal Housewife in Yoga Arizona's HappyFresh #BikinMertuaHappy Advertisement

Advertisement has the potential to exploit female figures elaborated with particular signs or language that allude to gender bias in society to achieve commercial goals. One of the representations of women in advertisements shows the social position of women as subordinated figures in the domestic areas. This strategy is also applied in Yoga Arizona’s Happyfresh #BikinMertuaHappy advertisement posted on his Instagram account on July 25, 2020. This study examined the image of the ideal housewife as depicted in that advertisement. The research data include the visual and textual elements sourced from the video and caption in the advertisement. The depiction of the ideal housewife was analyzed using the Critical Discourse Analysis approach by Sara Mills (2003), examining the subject-object and writer-audience positions. This study has identified that the housewife plays double roles as the subject and the object in the advertisement, and the writer positions the audience as those who share common characteristics with the main character. This study has revealed that the ideal housewife depicted is the one that is capable, attentive, and reliable in taking care of the family to meet the mother-in-law’s standards. The positioning of women in the advertisement supports the gender imbalance in a domestic context.
Hofstede's cultural dimensions in ELF company websites of European countries: lexical choices in Sweden and Greece

The guidelines contained in the Indicazioni Nazionali – Lingua e Cultura Straniera for Italian upper secondary schools are compared to those in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages with respect to the role of culture in language teaching. Although frequently downplayed in traditional language teaching, intercultural awareness and skills are recognized as central in the two documents. For this reason and since English is frequently used as a lingua franca among cultural diverse people, the article offers guidelines for planning intercultural school exchanges, valid educational tools to promote students’ cultural awareness and skills. Parole chiave: cultura nell’insegnamento linguistico; ELF; consapevolezza interculturale; scambi scolastici interculturali
Wild Cultures: A Comparison between Chimpanzee and Human Cultures

Introduction 1. Studying culture in the wild 2. From human culture to wild culture 3. Shaping nature into home: about material culture 4. One for all and all for one: about social culture 5. I want to have sex with you: about symbolic culture 6. Learning culture: from pupils to teachers 7. Dead or alive? Towards a notion of death and empathy 8. Wild culture - wild intelligence 9. Uniquely chimpanzee - uniquely human Epilogue: will we have the time to study chimpanzee culture? References Index.
Synthesis of Porous Activated Carbon Doped with Tetramethylammonium Hydroxide: Evaluation of Excellent Gasoline Vapor Adsorption Performance and Activation Mechanism

The rapid urbanization and industrialization in China have led to an urgent dilemma for controlling urban air pollution, including the intensified emission of gasoline vapor into the atmosphere. Herein, we selected highland barley straw as a raw material and KOH and tetramethylammonium hydroxide (TMAOH) as activators to synthesize nitrogen-doped layered porous carbon (K-thAC) by a three-step activation method. The obtained K-thAC materials had a high specific surface area, reaching 3119 m2/g. Dynamic adsorption experiments demonstrated a superior adsorption capacity of up to 501 mg/g (K-thAC-25) for gasoline vapor compared with other documented carbon adsorbents. Moreover, adjusting the ratio of raw materials with a series of active ingredients could further improve the pore properties of the obtained K-thACs and their adsorption performance for gasoline vapor. Furthermore, the K-thAC materials were also characterized by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), synchronous thermogravimetry (STA), X-ray powder diffraction (XRD), energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and nitrogen adsorption tests. This study synthesized a novel plant-based material to treat gasoline vapor pollution efficiently.
ROLE OF AGILE EMPLOYEES IN BUILDING HOSPITAL RESILIENCE: AN INVESTIGATIVE STUDY

The Covid-19 pandemic has huge impact on business environment throughout the globe, particularly it posed many challenges for healthcare sector. There are about 219 known viruses which can cause diseases to the human beings and researchers estimate that this number is like one drop of ocean. In the past twenty years, there are many virus outbreaks like SARS, Swine Flu, MERS, Ebola and Zika. These pandemics registered billions of cases and lakhs of deaths, fortunately the mortality is less due to less spread. But the recent outbreak of Corona virus registered around 61.8Cr cases and 65.5L deaths worldwide and the mortality rate is above one percent. Till now these seven viruses caused around 1Cr deaths and there are 200 plus known and thousands of unknown viruses in the world which may affect mankind in the future. Therefore, the health system in each country should prepare them to face the pandemic situations. WHO also provided policy recommendations to build resilience in the health system. Health system can be resilient when every healthcare organisation becomes resilient. There are four stages in pandemic shocks and each stage requires different resilient characteristics like adaptative, responsive, collaborative, informative, accountable etc. In this context the current research is conducted to study the role of agile employees in building hospital resilience. KEYWORDS: Resilience, Agility, Health System, Pandemics, Adaptative, Responsive, Collaborative, Informative, Accountable
Geo-characterisation and properties of natural soils by in situ tests.

Site characterisation and in situ test interpretation have been evolving from basic empirical recommendations to a sophisticated area demanding a thorough knowledge of material behaviour and numerical modelling. With the advent of modern testing techniques and more rigorous methods of analysis, site characterisation in natural soils is gaining momentum. This Report presents a critical appraisal in the understanding and assessment of the stress-strain-time and strength characteristics of natural soil conditions and explores new interpretation methods capable of measuring soil properties shaped by effects of microstructure, stiffness non-linearity, small and large strain anisotropy, weathering and destructuration, consolidation characteristics and rate dependency. Interpretation methods in different soil formations such as clay, sand, silt and bonded geomaterials are explored using different testing techniques. Since the in situ behaviour of natural soils is complex, a single general recommendation is to cross-correlate measurements from different tests. Wh en data are combined there is more scope for rational interpretation and, for this reason, emphasis has been placed on correlations with mechanical properties that are based on the combination of independent measurements. RESUME La caracterisation des sols et l’interpretation des essais in situ a profondement evolue, passant de recommandations simples et empiriques a des methodes plus sophistiquees necessitant une connaissance approfondie du comportement des materiaux et des methodes de modelisation numerique. Avec le developpement de nouvelles techniques d’essais et de methodes d’analyses de plus en plus rigoureuses, la caracterisation des sols naturels prend de plus en plus d’ampleur. Ce rapport presente une evaluation critique de notre comprehension et des methodes de determination des relations contraintes-deformations-temps et des caracteristiques de resistance des sols naturels en place. Il explore de nouvelles methodes d’interpretation capable de mesurer les proprietes du sol directement liees a sa microstructure, tels que le module d’elasticite non lineaire, les petites et larges deformations en anisotropie, la destructuration, les caracteristiques de consolidation et la dependance a la vitesse de chargement. Les methodes d’interpretation dans des sols differents tels que argile, sable, limon et autres geomateriaux formes par depot sont analysees, a partir de differentes types d’essais. Du fait de la complexite du comportement des sols en place, une premiere et simple recommandation est de croiser les resultats de differents essais. Lorsque les resultats sont combines, il y a une plus grande pour une interpretation rationnelle, et pour cette raison, l’attention a ete placee sur les correlations entre propriete mecaniques basees sur des combinaisons d’essais independants.
Nutrient Requirements and Target Growth of Calves and Heifers - Making an Integrated System

Growth is an essential component of the dairy enterprise, yet many of us that work in the dairy industry have had little training or background in applied aspects of animal growth. We are more comfortable with concepts involving milk yield and composition, primarily because that is where we generate income. However, in order to improve calf and heifer management, we must understand basic concepts of applied growth so that better recommendations can be developed.
Hire-Me-Not? The Influence of Grades and University Type on Labor Market Success

How effective is education as a signal for attracting future employers? With a sample of 143 human resource managers from Iceland's 300 largest companies, we conducted a framed field experiment to see if academic achievement and school choice influenced the job candidate's employability and salary. Candidates from public and private schools were seen as equally qualified and hirable, with public school candidates potentially getting offered a 9.8% higher salary.
Long-Term Performance of Wet Detention Ponds

Wet detention is a technology which has been successfully applied in recent years to improve stormwater runoff quality in urban areas. Since most systems have a short operational history, their long-term performance has been questioned. There is speculation that once these systems reach a state of dynamic equilibrium, nutrient removal may decline due to the reduced nutrient uptake of a mature ecosystem. This paper sheds some light on the subject by comparing the performance of relatively new wet detention systems to a case study of Lake Munson, a wet detention system which has received wastewater effluent and runoff discharges for over 30 years. Long-term removal rates for Lake Munson compared favorably with rates reported for relatively new systems.