bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Current challenges and future development of India’s healthcare system’ towards tuberculosis free India – research evidence and programmatic initiatives
Authors: Gopalan N. , Newtonraj A. , Elizabeth L. K. , Shanmugam S. K. , Ranganathan U. D. , Muniyandi M. , Ramraj B. , Devaleenal B. , Venkataraman A. , Nagarajan K. , Bethunaickan R. , Sathya Narayanan M. K. , Deka M. , Selvaraju S. , Santhanakrishnan R. , Krishnan R. , Chinnaiyan P. , Palaniyandi K. , Vetrivel U. , Jeyakumar S. M. , Natarajan S. , Mathur A.
Published: January 2025

Tuberculosis (TB), the single most infectious killer deserves special attention in a focussed manner, to reduce morbidity and mortality. We describe the challenges in the four pillars of TB control: detect or diagnosis, treat, prevent, build and elaborate the success stories, listing out newer and advanced tools like artificial intelligence, whole genome sequencing, clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats based technologies, one health approach and cost effectiveness strategies for an all- round reduction in TB control. Special problems posed by paediatric and extra-pulmonary TB are dealt with. Post TB lung sequalae, reverse zoonosis and behavioural modification that can influence catastrophic costs are explored. Use of molecular and genomic methods of TB detection has revolutionized TB care with increased sensitivity of diagnosis, and timely detection of drug resistance, saving many a precious lives. Undoubtedly, the need of the hour would be shortening TB treatment duration and comprehensive preventive strategies that simultaneously decrease both the incidence and prevalence of TB. The various schemes and initiatives undertaken by the Government of India including the Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan – “TB free India” stand as a unique solution in the wake of eliminating TB. India has been extending its success stories to other countries as well, by creating platforms for multilateral research and multinational implementation. This manuscript gives a concise and comprehensive outlook of process involved in TB elimination, amalgamating the research evidences with the programmatic initiatives, enlisting the existing challenges, envisaging the current achievements, providing a road map for TB elimination.
The Brazilian health economicindustrial complex perspective: health as a strategic option for BRICS development
Authors: Gadelha CAG , De La Roca Soares MF , Kamia F.
Published: January 2025

The Health Economic-Industrial Complex (HEIC) is recognized as a fundamental pillar for the Welfare State, essential for ensuring universal health access and reducing the vulnerability of Brazil's Unified Health System. This paper argues that the HEIC must be positioned as a key vector in the national development strategy, linking the reconstruction of Brazil's economy with social development, science, technology, innovation, and environmental sustainability. These strategies collectively work towards building a dynamic, just, and democratic Brazil. Furthermore, it presents how Brazil, under Lula Presidency, incorporated HEIC in a set of public policies aiming to strengthen the production and innovation in health to increase the Brazilian Health System resilience and increase health access to Brazilian population. Furthermore, the paper explores how the principles of the HEIC can be adapted to the BRICS context. By leveraging this model, BRICS nations can address global health disparities and enhance their capacity to produce vaccines, treatments, diagnostics, and other critical health technologies. Ultimately, this paper advocates for the bold reimagining of the HEIC as a transformative force in BRICS countries capable of driving structural changes in both national and global health landscapes, promoting a healthier, more equitable, and sustainable society.
Health system strengthening in China: progress, challenges and ways forward
Authors: Liu X. , Tang H.
Published: January 2025

China's health system reform, launched in 2009, has been a comprehensive effort to enhance healthcare accessibility and quality while addressing the challenges of escalating costs, an aging population, and the rise in non-communicable diseases. The reform has achieved near-universal health insurance coverage, leading to reduced out-ofpocket expenses and improved financial protection for citizens. It has also focused on public hospital reform, aiming to improve management efficiency, eliminate financial dependency on drug sales, and introduce new payment models to curb over-prescription. Strengthening primary care has been a cornerstone, with investments in infrastructure and workforce to enhance local healthcare services and introduce a family doctor system for continuous care. The Essential Medicines Program has made medications more affordable and accessible. Despite these advancements, challenges such as service delivery fragmentation, quality of care inconsistencies, and health financing issues persist. The Healthy China 2030 vision, building on these reforms, aims to further integrate health services, enhance governance, and promote preventive care to achieve a more equitable and sustainable healthcare system. The article underscores the importance of robust governance, financial investment, and policy innovation in realizing health reform goals and offers lessons for other nations facing similar health system challenges.
Law Enforcement and Prosecution Of Counterfeit Money Distribution Activities In Enhancing National Banking Security
Authors: Sitindaon Risky Sukoy , Esther July , Debora
Published: January 2025

Currency counterfeiting threatens economic stability and public confidence in the Rupiah as legal tender. Law No. 7/2011 and Article 244 of the Criminal Code regulate strict sanctions against perpetrators, but its implementation faces challenges such as sophisticated modus operandi and lack of detection tools. This research uses normative legal methods to examine the relevant regulations and solutions to this problem. The results show the need for consistent law enforcement, public education on the characteristics of genuine money, and the development of detection technology. Cooperation between the government, authorities and the public is key to preventing counterfeiting as a whole.
Enhancing Preschoolers' Letter Recognition Through Audio-Visual Mnemonics: a Quasi-Experimental Study
Authors: Jamian Nurul Hilda Adila , Rameli Mohd Rustam Mohd , Ashari Zakiah Mohamad
Published: January 2025

Objective: Recent studies have shown that literacy skills among primary schoolers in Malaysia are still unsatisfactory. One main contributing factor is their letter recognition skills, which are developed during preschool. Thus, this study explores this problem and introduces a method to improve this skill’s learning process via the audio-visual mnemonic (AVM) approach. The AVM combines story and image mnemonics by embedding audio and visual cues into images to suit the cognitive development level of preschool students and alleviate their learning difficulties.
 
Theoretical Framework: The proposed AVM method incorporates concepts from the dual-coding (combination of audio and visual materials), phonological loop (incorporating short repeating audio cues), and story mnemonic (presenting the combined materials in a fun and memorable way, adding contextual cues) theories. This combination assists in memory retention and reduces the cognitive load processing during lessons.
 
Method: This study implemented a one-group pre-test and post-test design to determine the effectiveness of the proposed intervention. Twenty preschool students exposed to phonics but not mastered letter recognition were selected and tested using the pre-test to measure their initial ability. Then, they were taught using the proposed intervention method for 35 one-hour lessons (spread across seven weeks). Following the intervention, the students were measured using the post-test. The pre-test and post-test results were analyzed using the paired t-test to measure whether the improvement was significant. The results reveal the effectiveness of AVM despite the lack of a control group.
 
Results and Discussion: The results (M=25.55, SD=0.76, p<0.05) show that the students’ scores have improved significantly. The multisensory approach in the AVM method effectively underpinned letter recognition, as it relies on embedded narration and visual support. Findings show its worth, especially in preschoolers operating within Piaget's preoperational stage.
 
Research Implications: These results support that audio-visual mnemonics may be a particularly efficient pedagogical tool in developing letter recognition knowledge within the frames of preschool education. Thus, it can be concluded that the proposed method can enhance the effectiveness of preschool teachers’ letter recognition and letter sound knowledge lessons.
 
Originality/Value: The AVM method innovatively combines audio-visual mnemonics with principles of developmental psychology, offering an evidence-based strategy to enhance early literacy education and address the limitations of conventional teaching methods.
Reconceptualizing Health Education: the Role of Existential Psychology and Philosophical Ethics in Curriculum Development
Authors: Zhylin Mykhailo , Sprynska Zoriana , Posatskyi Oleksandr , Zalibovska-Ilnitska Zoia , Shevchuk Roman
Published: January 2025

Objectives: This study aims to reconceptualize health education by integrating principles from existential psychology and philosophical ethics into curriculum development. The objective is to enhance the understanding of health not merely as a physical state but as a holistic concept that encompasses emotional, psychological, and ethical dimensions.
 
Methods: A qualitative approach was employed, involving a comprehensive literature review of existing health education frameworks, existential psychology theories, and philosophical ethics. Focus groups with educators and health professionals were conducted to gather insights on current curriculum practices and the potential for integrating these philosophical perspectives. Additionally, case studies of existing programs that incorporate these elements were analyzed.
 
Results: The findings indicate that incorporating existential psychology fosters a deeper understanding of individual experiences and motivations related to health. Philosophical ethics provides a framework for addressing moral dilemmas in health education, promoting critical thinking and ethical decision-making among students. Participants reported that a curriculum grounded in these principles encourages a more comprehensive approach to health, emphasizing personal responsibility, resilience, and ethical considerations in health-related choices.
 
Conclusion: Reconceptualizing health education through the lens of existential psychology and philosophical ethics offers a transformative approach that enriches the curriculum. This integration addresses the complexities of health and also prepares students to navigate the ethical challenges they may encounter in their personal and professional lives. Future curriculum development should prioritize these dimensions to foster a more holistic understanding of health and well-being.
The Subject Scope of the Arbitrator's Duty to Disclose "in Light of Legislative Foundations and Jurisprudential Standards"
Authors: Muassa Tareq Azeez , Shahbazinia Morteza , Mojab Seyed Doraid Mousavi
Published: January 2025

Objective: Our research aims to study and analyze the arbitrator's obligation to disclose in order to define its substantive scope and to avoid leaving this crucial area to the opinions of legal scholars and judicial interpretations in determining what the arbitrator must disclose.
 
Theoretical Framework: Most legislations, despite agreeing on the necessity of disclosure, do not specify what the arbitrator must disclose and what they are not required to disclose. This generalization cannot be applied without limitation, as some relationships are influential while others are not. Therefore, this study aims to clarify what an arbitrator is obligated to disclose and what they are not , In order to prepare an arbitrator who upholds fairness when examining disputes and avoids favoring the interests of one party over another, this aligns with the goals of sustainable development, which our study aims to achieve.
 
Method: We followed an analytical approach to the texts of international legislations related to the topic of "the arbitrator's obligation to disclose in the context of international commercial arbitration," comparing them with the Iraqi Code of Civil Procedure and the draft Iraqi Arbitration Law, in order to identify the areas of deficiency in Iraqi legislation and address these shortcomings.
 
Results and Discussion: We did not find any provisions within the texts of Iraqi legislation addressing the substantive scope of disclosure, despite its mention in the draft Iraqi Arbitration Law. However, in some international legislations and arbitral decisions, it was noted that the facts requiring disclosure by the arbitrator should not be matters of common knowledge and must have an impact on the arbitrator's impartiality and independence, such as relationships of kinship or employment.
Work Engagement Mediation to Optimize the State Civil Apparatus Performance
Authors:   Universitas Darma Agung, Medan, Indonesia, Siregar Pandapotan Na Uli Sun , Sinaga Dearma Sariani ,   Universitas Darma Agung, Medan, Indonesia, Tarigan Jenni ,   Universitas Darma Agung, Medan, Indonesia, Gaol Jonner Lumban ,   Universitas Darma Agung, Medan, Indonesia, Napitupulu Runggu Besmandala ,   Universitas Darma Agung, Medan, Indonesia
Published: January 2025

This research aims to investigate the effect of self-efficacy on work engagement and the influence of both constructs on the performance of the state civil apparatus at the tourism office of North Sumatra province. The target population was 269 people. The sample was set at 200 people, their opinions were collected using cluster random sampling techniques. Primary data were processed using a structural equation model supported by the lisrel application program. Self-efficacy affects work engagement and the performance of state civil apparatus. Work engagement affects employee performance. Work engagement fully mediates the effect of self-efficacy on the state civil apparatus performance. The leadership of the tourism office of North Sumatra province is important to pay attention to work enthusiasm, especially enthusiasm when working to enhance work quality.
Sharia Financial Literacy Promotion Strategy to Support Green Economy
Authors: Yulitasari Lis , Habibi Ahmad , Tradena Dewi
Published: January 2025

The issue of climate change and environmental damage has become a serious global concern. Green economy is echoed as an alternative solution that synergizes economic and environmental aspects in a sustainable manner. Islamic financial literacy plays an important role in supporting the implementation of green economy through the application of sharia principles that are in line with the concept of sustainability. However, the level of Islamic financial literacy in the community is still low, so an effective promotion strategy is needed. This study aims to explore and analyze effective Islamic financial literacy promotion strategies in supporting the implementation of green economy in the community. This research uses the literature study method to explore the promotional strategies of Islamic financial literacy in supporting the green economy. The data collection process was carried out by tracing related literature sources, such as scientific journals, books, and research reports. The data was analyzed qualitatively using the content analysis method to identify the main themes and key concepts. The results revealed that an effective Islamic financial literacy promotion strategy requires collaboration from various stakeholders, such as the government, Islamic financial institutions, educational institutions, community organizations, and mass media. The most effective promotion method is a combination of conventional and digital approaches, taking into account the social, cultural and economic context in each region. The research also found synergies between Islamic financial literacy and green economy. The research also provides recommendations for comprehensive promotional strategies, such as curriculum development and educational materials, utilization of digital technology, collaboration with educational institutions and community organizations, as well as strengthening regulations and incentives from the government.
Public Service Internship Programme towards Graduates’ Employability: A Case of Limpopo Province, South Africa
Authors:   Department of Public Management, Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria, South Africa, Ngoepe Kwena Maureen
Published: January 2025

The South African government introduced the Public Service Internship Programme as a measure to assist graduates in increasing their employability in
the public sector by providing them with practical and accelerated work experience programmes that expose interns to specific occupations. Whilst the
gap between theory and practice has often been considered from an employer and academic standpoint, less is known about the graduate perspective. This
study sought to investigate the contribution of the Public Service Internship Programme towards graduate employability, with a distinct focus on Limpopo
Province in South Africa.
A mixed-method approach was adopted as the research approach. The main aims for adopting this method were to fully comprehend and analyse the
detailed findings of the study as provided by the respondents. The data collection was made using semi-structured interviews and questionnaires and the
data analysis was done using content analysis. The sample size consists of 30 respondents drawn from the three respective hosting institutions which are the
Limpopo Office of the Premier, Limpopo Department of Public Works and Polokwane Municipality. The findings of the study show that the programme
does expose the graduates to practical work in the public service to assist them in becoming employable. The study concludes that the programme does
afford the interns the skills to enter the labour market.
Emerging Trends in the Era of Decolonization: The Examples of British and French African Colonies
Authors:   Literary Edifice, Roma, Italy, Olukorede Adewole
Published: January 2025

This discussion is an extensive delineation of the Emerging Trends in the Era of Decolonization: The Examples of British and French Africa.
A number of significant and crucial events saw and preceded colonization in British and French Africa, and historical underpinnings, while recognizing
the challenges and struggles emerging from colonization and anti-colonization, uncertainty in decolonization, and the terrains culminating in social issues
and problems.
The article also discusses the social change regime of modernization and post-colonial imperialism from a stakeholder perspective and achieving equality
from stabilization of a modern world.
AI-Driven Academic Achievement Tracker
Authors: Ms. M. Savitha  , S J Gopika  , E K Jayaprakash  , G J Lashman
Published: January 2025

Currently, colleges and universities manage certificates for students and faculty in physical formats, which is inefficient and cumbersome. In addition, tracking class advisor records, faculty participation certificates, YouTube lectures, and student placement details is a challenging process that complicates the generation of academic reports for each department. This manual technique interferes with the capacity to keep correct records, reducing institutional efficiency and production. This paper aims to overcome these issues by creating a centralized system for automating the collecting and maintenance of certificates and related academic data. By digitizing certificates and adding data such as event attendance, placement records, and faculty-led events, the system improves administration and reporting efficiency. This paper improves institutional operations by implementing a recommendation system that proposes skill-based courses and project ideas to students based on their academic and extracurricular activities, allowing them to expand their knowledge and abilities. With these improvements, the system optimizes institutional procedures, minimizes manual effort, and enhances overall academic management.
Smart Solar Powered Grass Trimmer and Liquids Spraying Vehicle Using Arduino UNO
Authors: Chandan K  , Mahammad Mueen Raza  , R Vishvajit  , Sameer Kashyap S  , Dr. Lk Sudha
Published: January 2025

The Arduino based Solar Grass Trimmer and Liquids Spraying Vehicle is an eco-friendly, automated system designed to simplify lawn maintenance and irrigation. Powered by solar energy, the system integrates an Arduino microcontroller and IOT technology to enable efficient grass cutting, trimming and water, pesticides and any fluid spraying with minimal human intervention. The grass cutter features sharp blades, while the liquids spraying module optimizes irrigation using water pump. Users can control and monitor the system remotely via a mobile app or web interface, ensuring convenience and flexibility. The use of solar power promotes sustainability and reduces operational costs, making the system suitable for residential, commercial, public, and agricultural applications. This work aims to reduce labor, conserve resources, and promote renewable energy utilization, providing a modern, automated solution for smart landscaping and irrigation.
Human and material resources management as correlates of students’ academic performance in secondary schools, Ogun State, Nigeria
Authors: Lambe M. J. , Rasheed O. K. , Abioro O. O.
Published: January 2025

The study examined human and material resources management as correlates of students' academic performance in Secondary Schools, Ogun State, Nigeria. Subjects for the study were two hundred (200) students and hundred (100) teachers randomly drawn from five secondary schools in Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State. Questionnaire was used to collect relevant data for the study. Pearson Product Moment Correlation was used to analyses the formulated hypotheses. The findings of the study revealed that there was significant positive relationship between human resources management and students; academic performance (r=.814; p<.05). Also, significant relationship exist between material resources management and students' academic performance (r=.629; p<.05)..The implication is that effective material resource management may bring about improvement in student's academic performance. While it was recommended that effective practice of both human and material resources are to be well implemented for effective performance of students at any level of educational system.
Application of strategic management in addressing the rising population and educational demand to higher institutions of learning in Nigeria
Authors: Rasheed Oluwasegun Kazeem
Published: January 2025

Nigeria population is estimated to be more than 200 million with limited number of higher institutions to cater for the craving zeal of multiple candidates who are applying for higher education. Following the observed fall in the standard of education attributed to the admission policies, one of the key areas that have received an increasing attention in the last two decades is the need and importance of educational transformations and changes. These challenges are compounded in terms of admission to higher institutions of learning, the shortage of infrastructural facilities for learning and the burden faced by the government and stakeholders in terms of budget deficit which makes the carrying capacity of the higher institutions to be lower. This study explored the strategic management process in addressing the rising population and educational demand to higher institutions of learning in Nigeria. The objectives of the study perhaps, is to improve admission processes and emphasize the need to open minds of prospective applicants on other means of getting access into tertiary institutions of their choice instead of sticking to JAMB alone. The study employed a descriptive survey to address the rising population and educational demand to higher institutions of learning. To address this through structured questionnaire entitled “Application of Strategic Management in Addressing the Rising Demands in Higher Institutions Questionnaire (ASMARPDHILQ)” involving 350 respondents sampled from twelve (12) higher institutions in Ogun State, Nigeria ranging from federal, state and privately owned.. The chi-square analysis method was used to test the hypotheses of the study. The findings from the study revealed that pressure of admission process open ways for admission of less qualified candidates which later resulted in many problems such as examination malpractice, cult problem, drug abuse as well as other anti-social behaviour, carrying capacity and quota system did not favour number of applicants to higher institutions which leads to brain drain and lack of appropriate strategy especially during admission process has effect on the nation as a whole. The study recommended that satellite campuses should be allowed across the country to enable young and adult Nigerians to have access to higher education, multi-media channels of communication should be adopted in promoting professional examinations to young people, adoption of diplomas awarded by professional bodies and accept them as basis for graduate level employment and career advancement, accelerating more opportunities to allow more of open higher institutions to cater for more admissions; above all, higher education aspirants should demonstrate the flexibility it takes to make a successful career by considering alternative routes to the achievement of their career goals when their preferred options have become unrealistic.
Peningkatan Omset Penjualan Dengan Teknologi dan Pemasaran Online pada Home Industri Keripik Jahe di Prokimal Kabupaten Lampung Utara
Authors: Rohmah Aida , Plaza R M Abu Jihad , Wijaya Ryan Aji
Published: January 2025

Hasil observasi pada UMKM keripik jahe, tim pengabdi mengidentifikasi beberapa peluang dan tantangan yang dihadapi oleh mitra dalam mengembangkan usaha keripik jahe. Peluang utama adalah tingginya minat konsumen terhadap keripik jahe, yang terbukti dari pesanan berulang dari pelanggan lama dan baru, serta lokasi strategis home industri di depan pasar Manggris, Prokimal, yang mendukung distribusi dan pemasaran. Namun, tantangan yang dihadapi adalah kemasan produk yang kurang menarik dan kebutuhan akan media promosi yang efektif untuk meningkatkan omset penjualan. Oleh karena itu, tim pengabdi bermaksud mengadakan pengabdian di home industri ini untuk membantu menyelesaikan permasalahan tersebut. Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk memperbaiki kemasan produk agar lebih menarik bagi konsumen dan membuat media promosi yang dapat meningkatkan omset penjualan di masa depan. Target luaran yang diharapkan adalah peningkatan omset penjualan keripik jahe melalui perbaikan kemasan dan penggunaan media promosi online, dengan hasil berupa sticker kemasan produk, mesin pres plastik, dan media promosi berbasis teknologi informasi.
Pengembangan LOM (Learning Object Material) Interaktif Berbasis Video, Infografis, Animasi dan VR dalam Implementasi Pembelajaran Kolaboratif
Authors: Risdianto Eko , Ariani Tri , Yolanda Yaspin
Published: January 2025

Kegiatan ini dilaksanakan dengan tujuan untuk melatih para dosen di Universitas PGRI Silampari dalam mengembangkan LOM (Learning Object Material) interaktif berbasis video, infografis, animasi dan vr dalam implementasi pembelajaran kolaboratif. Kegiatan yang dilaksanakan pada 12 Juli 2024 ini berlangsung melalui Zoom dan diikuti oleh 38 orang dosen. Kuesioner tertutup dengan 4 pilihan jawaban digunakan sebagai alat penelitian. Analisis statistik deskriptif adalah metode analisis data yang digunakan. Hasil pengisian angket respon oleh peserta pelatihan dijadikan sebagai evaluasi kegiatan. Hasi pengisian angket dianalisis dalam bentuk persentase yang merupakan hasil perhitungan menggunakan Skala Likert yang dimodifikasi. Hasil analisis data menunjukkan bahwa 20 pernyataan positif mengenai kegiatan pelatihan memperoleh jawaban pada kategori sangat setuju. Hal tersebut menunjukkan bahwa responden atau peserta pelatihan memberikan respon yang positif terhadap kegiatan pelatihan pengembangan LOM (Learning Object Material) interaktif berbasis video, infografis, animasi dan vr dalam implementasi pembelajaran kolaboratif.
Sosialisasi Sistem Penyiraman Tanaman Otomatis Berbasis Android dan Internet Of Things (IoT) Pada Desa Sawojajar
Authors: Khusnul Khotimah  , Ryan Aji Wijaya  , Muhammad Yudi Abdul Syawari  , Retno Sulistiani  , Mona Jesica Efendi  , Rizky Satrio Wibowo  , Annisa Salsabila
Published: January 2025

Along with the advancement of technology, the agricultural sector in Indonesia, particularly in Sawojajar Village, faces challenges in the efficient use of natural resources, especially water. Manual plant watering, which is still commonly used, is often ineffective and can lead to water wastage. Therefore, technological solutions are needed to optimize resource management in agriculture. One such technology that can be implemented is the Internet of Things (IoT), which enables the monitoring and control of agricultural systems automatically through digital devices, such as android applications. This socialization aims to introduce the IoT-based automatic plant watering system to the community of Sawojajar Village, by providing knowledge about the basic concepts of IoT and its applications in agriculture. The results of this socialization have had a positive impact on the participants. The participants realized the importance of innovation in supporting the advancement of the agricultural sector, improving water efficiency in agriculture, reducing dependence on manual watering, and increasing productivity and sustainability in the village's agriculture
Zelf-gerapporteerde penicilline-allergie bij patiënten in het Chirurgisch Dagziekenhuis: prevalentie, invloed en gevolgen
Authors: De Ruysscher F. , Dua E. , Lapeere H. , Coppens M.
Published: January 2025

Self-reported penicillin allergy in patients in the Surgical Day Hospital: prevalence, impact and consequences

Objective: Penicillin allergy is a prevalent global issue, affecting approximately 2-12% of the population. However, studies indicate that up to 90% of individuals labeled as penicillin-allergic can tolerate penicillins. Consequently, patients often receive less effective antibiotics, leading to increased rates of surgical site infections.

Design: This study aims to assess the prevalence of self-reported penicillin allergy. Secondary objectives include evaluating the availability of allergy documentation and the utilization of allergy testing.

Method: Questionnaires were administered for 2 months in which 299 patients were included.

Results: Among the patient cohort, 26.8% reported allergies to medical substances or medications, with only 3% possessing an allergy card. The prevalence of self-reported penicillin allergy was found to be 13.0%, with 10.3% of these patients having an allergy pass.

Conclusion: The high prevalence of self-reported penicillin allergy underscores the need for improved guidelines emphasizing accurate documentation of allergic reactions.
Aspects of Multilingualism in Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s Purple Hibiscus
Authors:   Transilvania University of Braşov, Fazakas Edit
Published: January 2025

When examining the topic of multilingualism, Nigeria emerges as a captivating subject due to its renowned linguistic diversity. Authors who have a bicultural background encompassing African and European-language cultures consistently exhibited a type of hybridity in their use of the colonial language. Consequently, a unique European linguistic variation emerged as a result of this. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie demonstrates a strong inclination to transcend the extensive language debates prevalent in the history of African literature.What is more, she asserts her use of English and her interjections in Igbo as normative rather than confrontational. Adichie frequently incorporates Igbo vocabulary, phrases, and proverbial expressions into her predominantly English writing, demonstrating a profound understanding of the enduring influence of English colonialism. However, Adichie also embraces and skilfully uses English as a universal language, transcending its postcolonial connotations. Consequently, she possesses the ability to access and engage with a broader spectrum of global literary traditions and contemporary movements. The primary focus of this study has been the elucidation of the manifestation of multilingualism in the fiction of the Nigerian writer, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. The motivational elements of code-switching, which Adichie uses to express various aspects of oppression and cultural hybridity, have received a great deal of attention.
In the Quest for the Face of YHWH / The Lord:
About the Meanings of Biqqesh Panim
Authors:   University of Bucharest, Gurămultă Rodica
Published: January 2025

In Psalm 27:8 from the Hebrew Bible,1 the syntagm biqqesh panim appears twice, with reference to the quest of the Face of YHWH / The Lord. Since the sphere of meaning of both terms reaches at a certain moment a point of convergence, the phrase acquires a strong significance. Is this a simple construction or can it be considered an idiom, whose meaning surpasses the cumulation of meanings of its term, acquiring the connotation of “striving for the divine Presence” or “intense desire to meet YHWH / The Lord face to face”?
Our paper begins with the above question and aims to analyse the syntagm and its meanings in different contexts, to identify and to give possible arguments that would support its status of idiom and would open new research perspectives on it.
Cosmic Imagery in Psalm 72
חַרֵיָ ילִּבְ־דעַ [ad bli yareah]̣
Authors:   University of Bucharest, Bujor Ioana
Published: January 2025

Psalm 72, usually identified as a “royal psalm”, vividly portrays the profound connection between God and Creation. The psalm employs carefully crafted language to suggest a multi-faceted portrayal of the universe, encompassing both temporal and physical dimensions. The paper aims to analyse this language, with a peculiar focus on the Hebrew text. When necessary, parallels with translations in English will be employed. Special attention will be given to the semantic range of celestial or natural elements, which are used to evoke a sense of the seemingly endless or boundless extent of time or space. This is especially evident in v. 5 (“as long as the sun and as long as the moon”), v. 7 (“till the moon is no more”), v. 8 (“from the River to the ends of the earth”), and v. 17 (“as long as the sun”) of the psalm.
Translation and Easy-to-Read Language Skills
in the Context of Professional Competence
in Tourism
Authors:   Turība University, Sproģe Ieva
Published: January 2025

The article is a theoretical study of the role of translation/ interpreting/mediation as the 5th foreign language learning skill (along with the four traditional ones: speaking, listening, reading, writing) in tourism industry studies, taking into account the knowledge of easy-to-read language text production. In today’s globalized world and in the context of European mobility, interdisciplinary education is gaining increasing attention.
Although the profession of an interpreter and translator is taught in separate study programmes in Europe and worldwide, the tourism sector is one of the areas where both interpretation and translation skills and the presentation of information in plain/easy-to-read language are essential.
The aim of the author’s theoretical research is to outline the place of these skills in the structure of professional competence in tourism. To this end, the types of translation required in the tourism sector as well as the techniques of simplified text production are analysed in the context of translatology. The author also gives a brief overview of easy and plain language, its role in language use and also in foreign language learning in general, highlighting the tourism sector.
The Light as a Central Symbol in V. Voiculescu’s
Zahei orbul / Zahei the Blind
Authors:   Sapientia Hungarian University of Transylvania, Dorin Gheorghe Suciu
Published: January 2025

Our paper discusses the way in which one of the Orthodox symbols present in Vasile Voiculescu’s novel, Zahei Orbul / Zahei the Blind, the light, reflects the others and helps the reader to see the depths of the author’s work. In order to do that, we see the symbol of light’s meaning as anagogical, as it was seen by the Hesychasts, especially Saint Gregory Palamas. In addition, we are using Jean-Claude Marion’s concept of intuitively saturated phenomenon, as the novel could be perceived as an icon by the reader who is able to contemplate it through its symbols. Seeing the novel as an icon could also happen because, according to Constantin Jinga, Voiculescu’s style of writing, on some levels, is similar to that of the authors of the Midrash.
Decoding Islamic Advertising: The Power of Signaling Theory for Halal Food in Malaysian Context
Authors: Khan Asma , Mazher Muhammad Ahmad , Adzharuddin Nor Azura
Published: January 2025

This study explores the key factors influencing Malaysian consumers’ behavioral intention for purchasing halal food products. Using a sample of 422 respondents, this research employs a multiple regression analysis to examine the impact of brand, halal logo, purity, religious compliance, and quality on behavioral intention. The findings reveal that while purity does not have a significant effect, brand, the presence of a halal certification, compliance to religious standards, and product quality play a substantial role in shaping behavioral intentions. Among these, the halal logo and product quality emerge as the most influential factors. The study highlights the importance for businesses to prioritize halal certification, enhance product quality, and strengthen brand identity to effectively engage their target customers. Future research is encouraged to explore additional variables that may further influence consumer intentions in this domain.
Role of Work Motivation and Expectations on Female Students’ Choice of Study Programmes in TEVET Institutions in Lusaka Province, Zambia
Authors: Ndhlovu Daniel , Munyati Malambo Phillip
Published: January 2025

This paper is an extract from an ongoing doctoral study aimed at exploring how work motivation and work expectation played a role on the choices of study programmes by Female students in Institutions under TEVETA in Lusaka province, Zambia. The study used an intrinsic case study research design. The population of the study was all first-year female students at one of the TEVETA accredited institutions in Lusaka province. Typical case purposive sampling was used to select one institution out of the four in the province. A sample of 20 first year female students was used in the study and was selected using the typical case purposive sampling procedure. Semi structured interview and non-participant observation guides were used to collect data. Trustworthiness of the data collected was assured through rigorous adherence to credibility, transferability, dependability, confirm ability, and flexibility quality criteria of qualitative study. The findings indicate that motivation and work expectation played a huge role in the choices of study programmes by female students at the TEVETA accredited institution. The female students were convinced that through the chosen study programmes, they would acquire property, attain stability and survive as they would be earning enough money as salaries. The female students indicated that through the chosen study programmes they were going to acquire property, be stable, perform some social responsibility duties and be able to survive. This was attributed to the fact that work is important as it is a means to fulfilling basic needs such as survival, pleasure and contribution. The results imply that work motivation and work expectation play a huge role in career decision making by female students as they strive to fully fulfil the basic needs. It is therefore recommended that work motivation and expectations should be considered as constructs that interact to influence career decision making by female students in addition to family, peers and school career guidance.
Environmental Sustainability in Urban Areas Construction Site: Malaysian Perspectives
Authors: Mohamed Hasnah , Wen Liu Hui , Zaini Farhana Mohd
Published: January 2025

The construction industry is the biggest contributor to every country’s economy and development. It also uses many natural resources and produces much solid waste. It is important to apply environmental sustainability in the construction industry as construction activities contribute to environmental damage. This study investigates the impacts of construction activities in urban areas on environmental sustainability. The study adopts quantitative data collection via a questionnaire survey of the registered total population of 1,670 G7 Contractors in the Kuala Lumpur City Centre. A sample size of 313 was obtained and a total of 42 responded. The practice of sustainable construction sites in urban areas is still low. The construction sites in urban areas cause four main environmental impact. The highest is the ecosystem ecological impact followed by, public impact, and energy and natural resources impact. Additionally, the challenges of construction sites in urban areas to achieve environmental sustainability were higher initial costs, technical challenges, insufficient training, and lack of awareness and knowledge. The first potential solution was implementing green building assessment tools specifically using MyCREST followed by specific government roles, development of skills and education, and digitalization and Networking for construction site pollution management.
Role of Engineering Ethics in Construction Execution and Completion
Authors: Sarman Asmawan Mohd , Mazlan Elis Mardzianah , Iskandar Jazmina Bazla Jun , Hugh Bernice Annette , Ling Shen , Guomin Wei
Published: January 2025

The main objective of this paper is to analyse the current issues related to unethical behaviours in the construction industry. This research will discover the law acting on the cases of bribery, money laundering, cheating and corruption. The case study area focuses on Malaysia’s construction industry. Suggestions and recommendations are addressed in preventing unethical behavior from occurring. This paper is a comprehensive review paper where several past papers, journals, articles, newspapers and websites were analysed to collect information on the case topic. Databases such as Google Scholar, Scopus, IEEE, and Science Direct were used as primary sources. The paper presents the latest cases relating to unethical behaviour in the construction industry including, engineers, project managers and project directors between the years 2017 to 2023. The effect of the unethical behaviour was also discussed and explained in three different aspects which are individual, organization and nation. Lastly, three (3) recommendations for encountering immoral behaviour in the construction industry were clearly stated which are “Reporting Suspicious Transaction”, “Internal Audit”, and “Whistle-blowing system”. As a result, this paper has successfully proven that engineering ethics plays a significant role in construction execution and completion. This paper analysed 48 papers from reliable sources to prove the role of engineering ethics in construction execution and completion.
Impact of Stigma on Mental Health and Suicidal Ideation among Young Adults in Zimbabwe
Authors: Masheedze Sibongile , Samantha Joshua Susan , Kaila Olivia , Nkomo Indra , Chirombe Tsitsi
Published: January 2025

Mental health stigma remains a significant barrier to seeking psychological support, particularly among young adults. This study examines the influence of stigma on mental health outcomes and suicidal ideation among young adults in Zimbabwe. A cross-sectional survey of 500 participants, aged 18–35, revealed that 68% reported moderate to severe levels of stigma using the Stigma Scale for Mental Illness (SSMI). Suicidal ideation, measured by the Beck Scale for Suicide Ideation (BSS), was present in 35% of participants, with a higher prevalence among those in rural areas (42%) compared to urban areas (28%). In-depth interviews with 30 participants highlighted that cultural norms associating mental illness with weakness and shame discourage help-seeking behaviour, while fear of social ostracism exacerbates feelings of hopelessness and alienation. Quantitative analysis demonstrated a significant correlation between perceived stigma (r = 0.62, p < 0.01) and internalized stigma (r = 0.58, p < 0.01) with suicidal ideation. Structural challenges, such as a 30% shortage of mental health professionals and limited access to culturally sensitive interventions, further compound these issues. The study concludes that addressing stigma through public education campaigns, policy reforms, and community-based interventions is essential for improving mental health outcomes and reducing suicide risks among Zimbabwean youth.
Building Solidarity Scale for Academic Institutions
Authors: Ochoa Josefina C. , Yalong Bernadette P. , Parinas Sherwin M.
Published: January 2025

Solidarity is a construct that is worthy to measure and uphold by each mentor. Its helpfulness in the workplace is indispensable as educators have to dispense responsibilities with love and concern for others. The psychological construct refers to the value of agreeing, uniting, and harmonizing with others and yield attainment of actualized state of being. The study employed mixed methods of qualitative and quantitative data analysis in the construction and validation of solidarity scale particularly embedded design. The qualitative data were taken from seven (7) selected department heads, where transcripts underwent transcriptions, coding and thematic analysis. The quantitative data came from a survey of pooled items referring to solidarity and with the integration of the themes confirming the facets affectual, associational and functional from 279 adult participants who are academicians where items were subjected to factor analysis. Qualitative data revolved around the themes: shared decision making, clarity of direction, openness to change, and timeliness. From the quantitative data, distinct facets of solidarity as affectual – 15 items, associational – 12 items and functional – 9 items were confirmed. Findings strengthen the claim that solidarity arise from individual’s mindfulness, relational-cultural values that must function in the workplace as well as visioning  intergenerational solidarity. The study implies that solidarity as a value must be assessed and reflected in the academic workforce who should express mutual concern, appreciation and mindfully acting on cohesive endeavors in programs and undertakings. Further implications for human resource development are forwarded.