bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Must Every Golem Die?
Authors: Lustick Ian
Published: May 2024

Settler-colonial projects often produce states that eventually turn against the purposes of those who created them. We see this in the American and Boer revolts against the British and the sabotage by British settlers in Ireland and French settlers in Algeria of efforts to integrate the native populations of those territories into the British and French states. We see it also in the relationship between the objectives of European states and Zionists to end antisemitism by exporting the Jewish problem to the Middle East and in Israel’s increasingly pariah status on the world stage and the global increase in antisemitism—both accelerated by Israel’s ferocious response to the Hamas and Islamic Jihad attacks in October 2023. In the Jewish tradition this is the story of the golem—the legendary creature conjured by rabbinic skill and divine power to protect the Jews from their enemies in sixteenth-century Prague. At first successful, the golem became increasingly wild and eventually was put to death by the rabbi who created him out of fear for the welfare of the Jewish community itself. But not all golems must die. The key is to recognize they are not tied to their original purposes and can thus be transformed.
The Urgency of the Settler Colonialism Framework in Understanding 7 October and the War on Gaza
Authors: Ghanim Honaida
Published: May 2024

The new far-right leadership under Benjamin Netanyahu has deployed the strategy of “conflict management,” which has a clear colonial marker to dismantle the Palestinian cause. This strategy involves the Judaization of the space, the alteration of demography, and the division of Palestinians into isolated communities under Israeli dominance. These policies were pursued under the auspices of international and Arab abandonment of Palestinians. Therefore, Palestinian hopelessness has intensified to an indescribable extent, leading to an intractable organic crisis that culminated in an eruption of extreme violence. Recognizing the colonial character of this dynamics is crucial for confronting it.
The October 2023 War—From a Colonial to an Imperial Analysis
Authors: Frenkel Michal
Published: May 2024

This essay introduces an imperial approach to the study of Palestine/Israel in general and to the understanding of the 7 October War in particular as an alternative to the colonial perspective. By focusing on how local dynamics have been embedded in the constantly evolving imperial matrix, this perspective aids in moving beyond the oversimplified and binary viewpoints often found in popular political language, which, while based on academic discourse, tends to overlook its nuanced complexities. Such an imperial approach, I argue, allows a more thorough understanding of local dynamics, contextualized within a broader historical and analytical framework, which is crucial for a more comprehensive explanation of the current war.
Ophthalmic artery ischemia in hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis: A case report and review of current literature
Authors: Gupta Ayushi , Shah Neal , ElHousseini Zine , Bremner Fion , Asaria Riaz
Published: May 2024

Introduction: This case report describes the ocular manifestations of hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis in a 35-year-old male with suspected Adult-onset Still’s Disease. Documented ocular presentations of hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis are variable, and the pathophysiology remains unclear. A complete review of the current literature suggests that posterior segment findings, including retinal and vitreous hemorrhage, are most common.

Case Report: Here we describe the first published case of bilateral combined choroidal and retinal ischemia in a patient with ocular hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis. This is suggestive of complete ophthalmic artery occlusion driving proliferative retinopathy. Mechanistic hypotheses include anemia, thrombocytopenia, coagulopathy, and histiocytic infiltration.

Conclusion: In this case, pre-retinal hemorrhage, retinal hemorrhage, and vitreous hemorrhage were treated with panretinal photocoagulation, pars plana vitrectomy, and bevacizumab at different stages in each eye. Unusually for ocular hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, the patient developed a unilateral tractional retinal detachment, later thought to be due to early administration bevacizumab prior to vitrectomy in the left eye. Final visual acuity in this patient remains poor, and worse in the left eye. We therefore suggest early vitrectomy to maintain adequate views of the fundus before bevacizumab or panretinal photocoagulation in this patient cohort.
Residents’ Attitude Towards Pilgrims: Development And Validation Of Sustainable Religious Tourism Scale
Authors: Mani Mukta , Dar Dr. Mohd Ashraf
Published: May 2024

The research aims to develop a sustainable religious tourism (SRT) scale that can assess the attitude of the local residents towards the pilgrims. The development of the scale starts with the literature review wherein the identification of dimensions of sustainable tourism and generation of attributes have been accomplished. This is followed by refinement of the items through the content validation procedure where both domain and industry experts are consulted and made their recommendations. The refinement of items through the exploratory factor analysis (EFA) followed the content validation process with a rotated component matrix yielding 5 factors with a total of 30 items for the SRT scale. The psychometric properties of the SRT scale are then tested with the help of confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) which establishes both the reliability and validity of the SRT scale. The SRT scale thus developed by the study consists of a total of 30 items under the 5 different dimensions of SRT.
Comparison of physical, chemical and sensory analyzes of tarhana containing black carrot extract and classical tarhana
Authors: Sahin Zuhal , Sönmez Fatih
Published: May 2024

Tarhana, which is very rich in nutritional value, has been the crown of our tables for centuries and is one of our common values wherever we live. It is obtained with black carrot extract to give this special food an even richer form. Black carrot extract was used to increase the anthocyanin content of the tarhana. In this study, physical and chemical analyzes, total phenolic content and total flavonoid content, antioxidant activities, colour measurement, sensory analysis of tarhana prepared with black carrot extract were determined. At the same time, the total amount of monomeric anthocyanin was determined. All these values were compared with classical tarhana and it was determined that tarhana containing black carrot extract had high DPPH activity (4.21±1.78 mg/mL) and high anthocyanin content (19.14±2.02 mg cyn3-glu/kg sample). According to the sensory analysis, the acceptability of tarhana with black carrot extract was determined to be high.
What Do Students' Need in Learning English for Constitutional Law?
Authors: Furwana Dewi , Syam Andi Tenrisanna , Ermawati Ermawati , Ismayanti Devi , Said Yuyun Ruqiyyat , Fadhilah Alifa Zahra
Published: May 2024

This research aims to determine the need for English in the Constitutional Law class and the students’ problems in learning English. The writers applied a narrative qualitative research method. The participants of this research were the Constitutional Law Study Program students at the State Islamic Institute of Palopo in the 2022/2023 academic year. Ninety-five students (35 males and 60 females) were involved in this research. The data collection method was the survey by distributing a questionnaire through Google Forms. The questionnaires consisted of 26 statements with choices the participants had to select. The writers used a Likert Scale. The results of data analysis were presented using quantitative and qualitative methods. The research findings identified speaking and listening as the two most crucial English skills; 35 students were at an intermediate level, and 43.5% of students struggled to construct sentences in English correctly. 71.6% of students struggled to understand the text because of the lack of vocabulary. The students answered about learning materials they need to learn. 48% of students chose the topic of introduction to Constitutional Law. They (34.7%) find it difficult to use punctuation, capitalization, and spelling. In the setting aspect, the students answered their favourite places for learning English. Most students (44.2%) like studying in the classroom.
The characteristics of the vertical distribution of radionuclide in free troposphere from simplified release scenarios: a case study
Authors: Sun Xiangming , Chung Keng Yeow , Dai Qiudan
Published: May 2024

Dose estimation in the upper air is not studied as much as on ground level or in boundary layer. However, there is a need from stakeholders in aviation industry for a reasonable estimation of the radioactive plume impact at cruising levels. This study aims to provide a quantitative estimation of the dose and how reliable it is for dispersion processes up to seven days. A Lagrangian atmospheric dispersion model is used to estimate quantitively the vertical extension of radionuclides from simplified hypothetical radionuclide release scenarios. Sources at different latitudes are selected for simulation in a boreal winter case. Three meteorological data are examined to test the sensitivity of vertical plume distribution to driving meteorological data. The vertical distribution of air concentration of radionuclides is investigated and the associated uncertainties are analysed. It is found that the vertical extension of plumes is sensitive to meteorological data being used where vertical turbulent velocities play an important role. It is therefore necessary to address the uncertainties of air concentration or dose in the free troposphere and caution must be taken when providing the results to stakeholders.
YENİ ÇAĞ BİLGİ FELSEFESİNDE DOĞAL DİLLERİN ELEŞTİRİSİ VE EVRENSEL DİL TASARIMI
Authors: Aray Başak
Published: May 2024

Yeni Çağ Avrupa’sında Kraliyet Derneği’nin kuruluşuyla birlikte modern bilimin oluşumunu takiben pek çok yapma dil boy göstermiştir. Bu diller, konuşulmakta olan dillerin bilişsel sınırlarını aşmak amacıyla modern bilimin verileri doğrultusunda dünyayı doğru bir biçimde yansıtacak bir araç olarak tasarlanmıştır. Kavramlarımızın yapısıyla uyumluluk ilkesi üzerine kurulu bu diller, böylelikle bilginin ilerlemesine hizmet etme iddiasındaydı. Felsefi dillerin tasarımı modern epistemolojide hem akılcı hem deneyci geleneğin benimsediği temelci bilgi anlayışına uygun olarak sınırlı sayıda bir ilksel kavramlar temelinde tutarlı ve sistematik bir mantıksal çıkarım zinciri aracılığıyla kavramlarımızın tamamını şeffaf bir bütün içinde düzenleyecek biçimde yapılmıştır. Yeni Çağ’da dil inşası çalışmaları dönemin Aristoteles metafiziğinin izlerini taşıyan taksonomik düşüncesinden etkilenmiştir. Rönesans ve modern bilimin ortaya çıkışının etkisiyle bu diller geleneksel dillerin yanıltıcı etkisine panzehir ve doğanın bilimsel kavrayışını ifade etmek üzere güncel bir araç olarak düşünülmüştür. Ampiristler dile, soyutlayıcı etkisi zihni deneyimin temel gerçekliğinden uzaklaştırarak yanılgılara sürüklediği gerekçesiyle kuşkuyla yaklaşırken rasyonalistler de matematiksel yöntemin mantıksal bütünlüğünü örnek alacak bir rasyonel dil üzerine düşünmüşlerdir. Yeni Çağ bilgi felsefesinde doğal dillere yönelik bu ortak kuşkuculuk gerçekliği olduğu şekliyle anlamaya yönelen yapma dil projelerine zemin hazırlamıştır.
RORTY VE GADAMER FELSEFESİNDE DİL-DÜNYA İLİŞKİSİ
Authors: Taşdelen Mustafa , Topakkaya Arslan
Published: May 2024

Rorty ve Gadamer düşünceleri ile çağdaş felsefede etkili olan filozoflardır. Ancak, bu etkilerinin dile felsefelerinde merkezi bir yer vermelerinden kaynaklandığı söylenebilir. Rorty ve Gadamer dil felsefelerinde esas olarak geç Wittgenstein’ın anlamın kullanım olarak formüle edildiği dil oyunları anlayışını benimser. Bununla birlikte, Rorty ve Gadamer dil oyunlarını Wittgenstein’ın verdiği anlamın çok ötesine taşıyarak kapsamını genişletmişlerdir. Dile verilen bu kapsam dil-dünya ilişkisi sorununun geleneksel paradigmalardan farklı yaklaşılabileceğini göstermiştir. Rorty ve Gadamer’de dünya ya da gerçeklik insanın betimleme veya yorumlama faaliyetlerinde ortaya çıkan bir sorun olarak ele alınmaktadır. Bu makale, Rorty ve Gadamer’in dil felsefelerinde dil-dünya/gerçeklik ilişkisini nasıl ele aldıklarına odaklanmakta ve bu yaklaşım tarzının felsefeye yeni olanaklar sunabileceği konusunu aydınlatmaya çalışmaktadır.
ON DISCLOSEDNESS AS THE PRIMORDIAL PHENOMENON OF TRUTH IN HEIDEGGER
Authors: Birgül Osman Gazi
Published: May 2024

This article aims to revive and evaluate a relatively recent epistemological debate focused on Heidegger’s primordial truth, specifically delving into the 44th section of Being and Time. Unfolding in five parts, the first establishes Heidegger’s conception of truth, paving the way for a nuanced exploration of the ensuing discourse. Part two outlines the foundations of Tugendhat’s criticisms, providing a critical lens for scrutinizing Heidegger’s framework. The third and fourth sections articulate substantial criticisms, centering on the legitimacy of defining disclosedness as the most primordial truth within Heidegger’s framework. Tugendhat’s contentions are met with Dahlstrom’s defense, countering claims by presenting alternative interpretations and highlighting the inherent errancy in human disclosedness. The final and fifth section advocates for Tugendhat’s perspective, comparing Heidegger’s position with pragmatist philosophers. The conclusion suggests that Tugendhat’s claims persist either disregarded or inadequately addressed, leaving the criticisms unanswered. Notably, a comprehensive resolution seems elusive without resorting to hermeneutic violence against Heidegger’s texts.
Efeito da benzocaína e carbamato aldicarb em parâmetros populacionais de Dermestes maculatus DeGeer 1774 (Coleoptera, Dermestidae)
Authors: Savordelli Natalia Castejon , Souza Fagner de , Pelli Pedro Machado , Santos Sueli Aparecida dos , Silva Anna Clara Balbina , Pelli Afonso
Published: May 2024

A entomotoxicologia é a união da entomologia com a toxicologia e as ciências forenses. Esta área avalia o efeito biológico de xenobióticos sobre o desenvolvimento de insetos necrófagos. O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar a interferência da Benzocaína e do Carbamato Aldicarb nos parâmetros populacionais de Dermestes maculatus DeGeer, 1774. A partir de uma criação de manutenção de D. maculatus, em sala com fotoperíodo natural e sem controle de temperatura, coletou-se aleatoriamente 24 insetos adultos dos quais, 8 foram colocados em recipiente de vidro contendo Rattus norvegicus (Berkenhout, 1769) eutanasiado com benzocaína, 8 em recipiente de vidro contendo Rattus norvegicus envenenado com Carbamato Aldicarb e, 8 adultos em recipiente um rato eutanasiado por deslocamento cervical, para ser utilizado como controle. Após completa esqueletização dos vertebrados, os insetos foram coletados e submetidos à hipotermia em freezer à -20° C. Posteriormente, foram separados em frascos contendo álcool 70%. As larvas foram posteriormente medidas em estereomicroscópio BEL PHOTONICS® acoplado a ocular micrométrica. Foram realizadas as medidas: comprimento total; comprimento da cápsula cefálica, largura da cápsula cefálica e largura do mesotórax. A análise quantitativa das variações morfométricas relacionada à dinâmica populacional pode explicar como fatores ambientais estão diretamente relacionados às alterações fenotípicas. Quando comparados instares entre as dietas contendo drogas com a dieta controle, verifica-se que nem todos os instares possuem variações biométricas entre si. Uma hipótese para explicar a não diferença no desenvolvimento entre o grupo tratado com Carbamato Aldicarb e o controle é o fato das larvas de D. maculatus não terem metabolizado essa droga. Por outro lado, a diferença apresentada no grupo tratado com benzocaína pode ser um indicativo do efeito biológico deste princípio ativo no metabolismo de Dermestes maculatus, influenciando na biometria e parâmetros populacionais, com um aumento significativo no número de ínstares. Para determinar a colonização de Dermestes maculatus por diferentes substratos, o uso de medidas morfométricas não se mostra, até o momento, viável. Inviabilizando, por exemplo o uso desse grupo em algumas áreas, como o cálculo do Intervallum post mortem, ou tempo decorrido após a morte de uma pessoa.
O uso pedagógico das tecnologias e o desenvolvimento do conhecimento matemático dos professores dos anos iniciais: impactos no desenvolvimento regional
Authors: Purificação Marcelo Máximo , Amado Nélia Maria Pontes , Catarino Elisângela Maura
Published: May 2024

Este artigo científico aborda o uso pedagógico das tecnologias no ensino de matemática. Essa prática tem se mostrado uma poderosa ferramenta para o desenvolvimento do conhecimento matemático dos professores dos anos iniciais e, consequentemente, tem gerado impactos significativos no desenvolvimento regional. A integração das tecnologias no processo de ensino e aprendizagem promove um ambiente dinâmico e motivador, capaz de potencializar o aprendizado dos estudantes, bem como o aprimoramento dos professores. O modelo TPACK (Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge) é apresentado como uma abordagem que integra o conhecimento tecnológico, pedagógico e do conteúdo para aprimorar as práticas pedagógicas. No entanto, a falta de compreensão dos professores sobre o uso das tecnologias e sua insegurança em incorporá-las nas aulas são identificadas como limitações. No entanto, foi demonstrado que a utilização correta do modelo TPACK contribui para o desenvolvimento do conhecimento matemático dos professores e promove a aprendizagem dos alunos. A importância da formação continuada dos professores, com foco na utilização das tecnologias, é ressaltada, assim como a necessidade de acesso a recursos tecnológicos adequados e de qualidade. À guisa de conclusão, pontuamos que os impactos gerados pelo uso pedagógico das tecnologias no TPACK matemático dos professores dos anos iniciais vão além da sala de aula, refletindo também no desenvolvimento regional. Com professores capacitados e atualizados em relação às tecnologias educacionais, os estudantes têm a oportunidade de adquirir uma base sólida de conhecimentos matemáticos desde os primeiros anos de escolaridade. Isso contribui para a formação de uma sociedade mais preparada para lidar com os desafios do mundo moderno, especialmente as demandas tecnológicas presentes em diversas áreas profissionais.
Impacto econômico da rede de feiras agroecológicas na região metropoplitana de João Pessoa na pandemia de COVID-19
Authors: Marini Fillipe Silveira , Rodrigues Neta Edithe , Moura Ivane Pontes , Souza Paulo Marcelo de , Pereira Maria Rosângela , Morais Fernando Ferreira de , Araujo Sueila Silva
Published: May 2024

O mercado de alimentos orgânicos vem aumentando a cada ano no Brasil e no mundo. Entretanto, o impacto do comércio orgânico local ainda é incipiente de informações, principalmente, tratando se de circuitos curtos e agricultores familiares. Assim, o objetivo desse trabalho foi o de analisar e compreender o impacto econômico dos circuitos curtos, especialmente nas feiras agroecológicas da região metropolitana de João Pessoa em um contexto pandêmico ocasionado pelo COVID-19. A metodologia utilizada foi qualitativa e quantitativa. Assim, foram avaliadas quatro feiras agroecológicas na cidade de João Pessoa no estado da Paraíba, sendo um total de 64 feirantes pesquisados. Foi realizado o levantamento dos alimentos comercializados, a receita e a diversidade das feiras pelo Índice de Simpson. Os principais resultados foram que as feiras em um momento de pandemia tiveram uma receita de R$ 1,79 milhões em um ano, evidenciando uma importante fonte de renda aos agricultores familiares agroecológicos. As feiras livres e o acesso a produção de circuitos curtos de comercialização proporcionam uma alta diversidade de alimentos, destacando-se as variedades vegetais, como banana e inhame, e o ovo caipira como o alimento de origem animal mais comercializado. Portanto, torna-se evidente que o reforço e a defesa de circuitos curtos de comercialização são fundamentais, não só para garantir a segurança alimentar das comunidades locais, mas também para promover práticas sustentáveis de produção e consumo. As feiras agroecológicas mostraram se como estratégias importantes para o fornecimento de uma alimentação saudável para a população em momento de crises, contribuindo para o avanço e o desenvolvimento sustentável local.
Revision and description of new Piperamarginella species (Gastropoda: Marginellidae: Marginella), from the Eastern Cape, South Africa – Part 2
Authors: Veldsman Stephan
Published: May 2024

Three new species in the subgenus Piperamarginella, genus Marginella from the Eastern Cape, South Africa, are described. This study follows on the study conducted by the author (2024) where three new species, Marginella (Piperamarginella) buffaloensis, M. (P.) lindaswartae, and M. (P.) gonubiensis were described and compared to M. (P.) monozona, M. (P.) obliqua, (P.) scitula and M. (P.) piperata. This study took the sorting of Piperamarginella shells further and three more new species identified, described here as M. (P.) salmarosea n. sp., M. (P.) boetveldsmani n. sp., and M. (P.) florescopictorata n. sp.
Review of the Voluta musica Complex
Authors: Berschauer David
Published: May 2024

The distinctive morphology, color pattern, and isolated geographic locations of the various proposed taxa of the Voluta musica complex are discussed and specimens of the various taxa are illustrated. From the Miocene to the present, during interglacial times and the associated higher sea levels during the Neogene, evidence shows that populations of ancestral V. musica had become genetically isolated on offshore islands resulting in a species swarm of closely-related allopatric species. The following taxa are recognized as full species, and these include: Voluta musica, V. carneolata, V. thiarella, V. damula, and V. typica.
Controlling Powdery Mildew; Use of Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi as Biocontrol Agent instead of Chemical Fungicides
Authors: Yousefi Zohreh , Zanganeh Sima , Riahi Hossein , Kaya Yusuf
Published: May 2024

Plant protection based solely on modern fungicides could lead to genetic changes in neurons of animal and humans that contribute to cases of autism and Alzheimer disease, unless the bio control agents is applied or replaced. Most researches is focused on the strongest chemical fungicides, dangerous to human health, for effective plant disease control and we believe that non-chemical control methods such as biological agents like AMF are of great importance. The aim of study was to investigate whether the soil inoculation with Glomus isolates of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) affected control of powdery mildew disease of apple MM111 and its survival and growth instead of use of chemical fungicides such as Flint and Stroby. Twenty apple seedlings were randomly arranged to 4 treatments, each with 5 replicates (T1, control = no AMF, no fungicide, T2= Flint fungicide, T3= Stroby fungicide and T4 = only AMF mixture) and were monitored throughout 9 weeks. All seedlings were exposed to powdery mildew on week 6 and only T2 and T3 plants treated by fungicides after developing mildew colonies on the leaves. Results showed that, seedling length in plants cultivated in AMF-inoculated-soil was significantly higher than other treatments especially in weeks 1-4 and weeks 6-9. Leaf growth rate of all plants during the experimental growth period non-significantly increased between treatments with the exception of first week that did show a significant increase in leaf growth rate of group 4 plants, even after exposure to disease. T4 samples showed a high average of leaves numbers (P < 0.05) in compared to other groups followed by T3 samples during the experimental growth period. The data from this study confirmed the response of seedling and leaf growth rates of apple seedlings to mycorrhizal colonization. It was concluded that plants cultivated in soil inoculated to AMF throughout 6 weeks had higher resistance and growth rates against Podosphaera leucotricha fungi as an agent of powdery mildew disease in apple seedling and it can be considered as an applicable strategy in biocontrol measures against pathogens when most researches is focused on chemical fungicides.
Digital Herbarium Databases
Authors: Sambandan K. , Chowdhery Harsh
Published: May 2024

Herbarium database is a computational method, where the information about the herbarium specimens are digitalized in such a way that it is easily accessible with the help of Internet and World Wide Web (WWW) throughout the world. The modern databases also include the actual herbarium specimens as digital images with all accompanying information available on the herbarium sheet label. Herbarium databases are also available in the form of Compact Discs. With the advancement in the development of herbarium databases, the Taxonomists around the world can share the information about herbarium specimens stored in a herbarium by considerably cutting down the cost and time. However, based on the application, management, utility and other factors, the herbarium database has its own merits and demerits. The present paper deals with development of a herbarium database in Central National Herbarium (CAL), Botanical Survey of India, Howrah and its future prospects.
A preliminary account of the lichens from Mehao Wildlife Sanctuary, Arunachal Pradesh, India
Authors: Singh K. , Bujarbarua Pranab , Pinokiyo Athokpam , Dixit P.
Published: May 2024

The paper records 106 species of Lichens distributed among 39 genera and 17 families from Mehao Wildlife Sanctuary in Dibang Valley District of Arunachal Pradesh. Family Parmeliaceae shows maximum diversity, represented by 24 species within 9 genera, whereas Graphis is the largest genus with 13 species.
Ocular Manifestation of the Pediatric Age Group in Almarj
Authors: Marwa Amish  , Jasmine Mahmud  , Yasmena Abdulhadi
Published: May 2024

Children are disproportionately affected by visual disorders like refractive errors, amblyopia, and strabismus. Early intervention and vision screening are crucial. The study aims to investigate the ocular manifestation among children of the age group 4–15 years. A cross-sectional study conducted at Marj Teaching Hospital in 2024 examined 100 children with ophthalmological conditions. The examinations included slit lamp examinations, visual acuity assessments, spherical refractive error measurements, and dilated retinal exams. The study examined children aged 4-15 years old, with 59% being male and 43% female. Diagnosis revealed a range of ocular conditions, with astigmatism being the most common at 48%. There were significant differences in visual acuity between males and females (p<0.001), particularly in left eye visual acuity without glasses. There was no significant difference in visual acuity between age groups when wearing or not wearing glasses. However, there was a trend towards better right-eye visual acuity for children aged 4-10 years compared to those aged 11-15 years (p<0.001). Refractive errors with a higher prevalence of simple astigmatism in females compared to males. High hypermetropia was only present in females, suggesting some differences in refractive errors between males and females, particularly hypermetropia. The study emphasizes the significance of regular eye examinations for detecting and addressing visual impairments, and calls for further research into factors contributing to these conditions, particularly male-female differences, to improve eye health and quality of life. we highly advocate assessing the visual acuity of preschool children in order to prevent amblyopia.
Study of Anatomical Divergences in Facial Artery Endings
Authors: Hussain Atif , Imtiaz Humaira , Jadoon Sara , Javed Sumaira , Khattak Munila Shabnum , Shaheen Robina
Published: May 2024

Facial artery supplies musculocutaneous tissue, visceral organs, and salivary glands at the upper cervical and facial level. This artery has wide range of anatomical variations in its course. Objective: To find the anatomical divergences in facial artery endings. Methods: It is a cross sectional study conducted at Jinnah international hospital, Abbottabad from January 2023 to July 2023 for duration of 6 months after taking approval from the ethical review committee. A group of 86 people were selected and anatomical course of facial artery was categorized in to four types. Angiographic images of each participant were evaluated by radiologist to categorize the course of facial artery. Results: The average Body Mass Index (BMI) of the participants was 28.3 ± 5.6. The study of angiographic images has concluded that 38.37% (n=33) has Type I course of facial artery, 47.67% (n=41) participants has Type II, 9.3% (n=8) participants has Type III and 4.65% (n=4) has Type IV category (p=0.01. Of the type I category of facial artery, 5 (15.2%) participants met the criteria of type IA, 7(21.2%) has Type IB and 21(63.6%) participants Type IC course of facial artery (p=0.01). Conclusions: This study has concluded that there exists vast variation in the anatomical course of facial artery in local population that streamlines with other studies conducted internationally. Facial artery with a nasal branch with or without alar endings is the most common anatomical variation.
An Evaluation of Platelet Indices in Newly Diagnosed Cases of Acute Myocardial Infarction
Authors: Ghafoor Muhammad Bilal , Sarwar Faiza , Bashir Babar , Yasmeen Farah , Abbasi Sumrah , Hameed Zeeshan
Published: May 2024

Acute myocardial infarction (AMI) is characterized by prothrombotic phenotype associated with endothelial dysfunction, an increase in platelet activation and systemic inflammation. Platelet aggregation and activation are crucial in the formation of thrombi and acceleration of atherosclerosis, associated with unstable angina, sudden cardiac death is brought on by an acute myocardial infarction. Objective: To evaluate the platelet-indices in newly diagnosed cases of acute myocardial infarction. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted during November 2022 to December 2023 in Pathology Department of Sheikh Zayed Medical College/Hospital Rahim Yar Khan. Samples were collected from the patients of AMI admitted to Emergency Ward and from healthy controls as well. Complete Blood Count (CBC) with platelet indices, platelet count, Mean Platelet Volume (MPV), Platelet Crit (PCT) and Platelet Distribution Width (PDW) were investigated on five-part automated hematology analyzer BT-PRO 2300. Analysis of the data was done by using SPSS version 20.0. Results: Total 140 patients were divided into a healthy control group (70) and newly diagnosed cases of acute myocardial infarction (70). Among diagnosed cases of AMI 46 (65.7%) had ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and 24 cases (34.2%) got non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI). It was found that AMI patients had lower platelet counts and PCT with higher MPV and PDW. Conclusions: It was concluded that the platelet indices (PDW, and PCT, MPV) are significant predictors of myocardial infarction. They might be applied as an easy, reliable, and economical way to anticipate an impending acute coronary event.
Hubungan Antara Leucorrhea, Pola Seksual, Dan Personal Hygiene Dengan Kejadian Ketuban Pecah Dini
Authors: Mayang Sari Intan
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Premature rupture of membranes (PROM) is a condition in which the membranes rupture before delivery. Premature rupture of membranes can cause several problems for the mother as well as for the fetus. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between vaginal discharge, sexual patterns, and Personal Hygiene with the incidence of premature rupture of membranes at Cianjur Dr. Hafiz Hospital 2021.
Methods: This research is a quantitative type with an analytic nature. The research design used is a cross-sectional or cross-sectional study. The population in this study were pregnant women at Cianjur Dr. Hafiz Hospital as many as 729 people and from the results of the calculation of the sample in this study were as many as 88 respondents. Determination of the sample in this study using the purposive sampling technique.
Results: The research instrument used a questionnaire. Data analysis using chi-square test.  The results are based on the study of the relationship between Leucorrhea, a p-value = 0,000 was obtained. The sexual pattern obtained p-value = 0,004 and Personal hygiene with the incidence of premature rupture of membranes at Cianjur Dr. Hafiz Hospital in 2021.
Discussion: There is a relationship between vaginal discharge, sexual patterns, and Personal Hygiene with the incidence of premature rupture of membranes at Cianjur Dr. Hafiz Hospital in 2021 Suggestions for hospitals to provide information to pregnant women during ANC related to preventing the occurrence of PROM events.
Hubungan Dukungan Keluarga Dengan Kepatuhan Diet Terhadap Kualitas Hidup Pasien Diabetes Melitus Di Puskesmas Cikalong Kulon Tahun 2021
Authors: Oktavia Silvi
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Food regulation is the key to the management of Diabetes Mellitus, which at first glance looks easy but in reality, it is difficult to control your appetite. Quality of life is an individual's perception of his position in life, in the context of the culture, value system in which they are located, and their relationship to life goals, expectations, standards, and other related matters. Problems that cover the quality of life are very broad and complex including problems of physical health, psychological status, level of freedom, social relationships, and the environment in which they are located. This study was to determine the relationship of family support to dietary compliance with the quality of life of Diabetes Mellitus patients in the working area of ​​the Cikalong Kulon Public Health Center.
 Methods: The research design used in this study was descriptive with a cross-sectional study approach, namely to determine Family Support and Dietary Compliance on the Quality of Life of Diabetes Mellitus Patients at the Cikalong Kulon Health Center.
 Results: The population in this study were all DM patients in 2021 at the Cikalong Kulon Health Center, Cianjur Regency, amounting to 439 people. And the samples taken from this study were 82 respondents.
 Discussion: Shows that supportive family support is 45 (31.7%) while those who are not supportive are 37 (26,1%), diet compliance shows that those who comply show 47 (33.1%) while those who do not comply show 35 (13.4%), while for good quality of life as many as 63 (44.4%) while those who are less good are 19 (13.4%). The researcher concludes that there is a relationship between Family Support and Diet Compliance on Quality of Life at the Cikalong Kulon Health Center in 2021 as indicated by the P-Value = 0.03 for Family Support and Diet Compliance and P-Value = 0.00 for Family Support and Life Compliance is 0.05, which means H0 is rejected and the sample supports or there is a significant relationship.
Hubungan Berat Badan, Lila Dan Tekanan Darah Pada Ibu Terhadap Kejadian BBLR Di PMB Lina, Menteng Atas, Jakarta Selatan Tahun 2021
Authors: Aritonang Tiarlina
Published: May 2024

Introduction: According to the World Health Organization (WHO), low birth weight (LBW) is defined as a birth weight of less than 2500 g regardless of gestational age. It is an important marker of maternal, fetal and nutritional health.3 Globally, it is estimated that 15% of all births are LBW, representing more than 20.5 million births a year.4 Most LBW births occur in low- and middle-income countries. WHO in 2020 there are 2.4 million children who die in the first month of a child's life. Around 6,700 babies die at birth every day, even 47% of them die before the age of 5 years. Sub-Saharan Africa has a neonatal mortality rate of 27 (25-32) deaths per 1000 live births. The prevalence of low birth weight is estimated at 15% worldwide with a range of 3.3 to 38% and mostly occurs in developing countries. Disability in infancy, childhood, even morbidity and even death is one of the factors of Low Birth Weight. LBW can even have a long impact on health into adulthood. The consequences of poor nutritional status and inadequate nutritional intake for women during pregnancy not only directly affect women's health status, but also have a negative impact on birth weight and early development. Lack of nutritional intake in mothers during pregnancy, can be one of the causes of births in babies with a baby's birth weight. Low Birth Weight (LBW) is the highest contributor to infant mortality.
Methods: This research is descriptive using cross sectional method which aims to obtain information about the relationship between body weight and blood pressure of pregnant women with the incidence of LBW by using medical records with samples using a total sampling of 120 pregnant women.
Results: Statistical test results obtained p value 0.007, known p value > 0.05, which means that there is no significant relationship between weight gain and the incidence of LBW. LILA and LBW also have no relationship with the p value of 0.296, and the statistical test results obtained a p value of 1,000. It is known that the p value > 0.05, which means that there is no significant relationship between blood pressure and the incidence of LBW.
Discussion: Although the results do not show a relationship between the three variables with low birth weight, this is because there are factors that help, namely the mother's adherence to taking 120 tablets of Fe during pregnancy, thus helping the mother in maintaining physical health for pregnant women.
Hubungan Pengetahuan, Sikap, Dan Persepsi Terhadap Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Dengan Upaya Vaksinasi COVID-19 Pada Remaja Di SMK N 2 Rangkasbitung Banten Tahun 2022
Authors: Ayuni Widya
Published: May 2024

Introduction: COVID-19 is a respiratory infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. On March 2, 2020, Indonesia reported its first case of COVID-19. The case continues to increase in 34 provinces in Indonesia. In Indonesia, as of July 5, 2021, there were 2,284,084 confirmed cases. So far, as of August 5, 2021, the number of cases has reached 3,568,331. Banten Province has become an area with local transmission, as of August 5, 2021 cases have increased to 116,005 cases compared to July as many as 59,603 cases, which means there is a significant increase in the incidence rate in Banten Province. COVID-19 disease does not only attack adults but also affects children and adolescents. So that the readiness of teenagers and anticipatory efforts really need to be done to minimize the spread of COVID-19. One very possible way to prevent the spread of this virus is by developing a vaccine. The application of health protocols to break the chain of the spread of COVID-19, especially in adolescents, requires good knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions.
Methods: This study uses a cross-sectional with a quantitative type of research conducted on adolescents at SMK N 2 Rangkasbitung Banten. Research subjects were selected by purposive sampling method.
Results: The results of the Chi-Square test show that there is no significant relationship between knowledge of the Corona Virus Disease (COVID-19) and COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts, namely the p-value (0,153). There is a significant relationship between attitudes towards the Corona Virus Disease (COVID-19) and COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts, namely the p-value (0,032). And there is a significant relationship between perceptions of the Corona Virus Disease (COVID-19) and COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts, namely the p-value (0,000). 
Discussion: There is no significant relationship between knowledge of the Corona Virus Disease (COVID-19) and COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts. However, there is a significant relationship between Attitudes and Perceptions of the Corona Virus Disease (COVID-19) with COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts in Adolescents at SMK N 2 Rangkasbitung Banten.
Meningkatkan Kesembuhan Pasien TB Paru Dengan Memberikan Dukungan Keluarga Dan Meningkatkan Motivasi Kesembuhan
Authors: Gumelar Muhammad Agung
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Globally, Indonesia ranks third out of eight countries that contributed the largest tuberculosis cases, accounting for 442,000 cases in 2017, and it is estimated that there are 8,600-15,000 MDR/RR TB. All patients who are confirmed to have pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) must undergo a long course of treatment, namely a minimum of six months of treatment, in which the first two months are the intensive phase and the next four months are latent or continuation phases, while undergoing a long treatment, the patient must have supporting factors to continue to undergo treatment regularly, including the motivation for healing from within the patient, and support from the family.
Methods: This study is a quantitative analytical observational with a Cross-sectional approach. The sampling technique used was simple random sampling taken from all pulmonary TB patients at Dr. Goenawan Partowidigdo Cisarua Lung Hospital and produced as many as 30 respondents. The instruments used were two questionnaires, namely a recovery motivation questionnaire and a family support questionnaire, and an observation sheet used to observe the laboratory results of respondents' sputum smears.
Results: The results of the study showed that from the results of the bivariate test between the motivation for recovery (p-value: 0.007), family support (p-value: 0,034), and the cure rate of pulmonary TB patients at Dr. Goenawan Partowidigdo Cisarua Lung Hospital.
Discussion: There is a relationship between recovery motivation, family support and the cure rate of pulmonary TB patierts at Dr. Goenawan Partowidigdo Cisarua Lung Hospital.
Hubungan Sikap, Dukungan Keluarga Dan Pola Asuh Terhadap Status Gizi Balita Usia 6-24 Bulan Di Puskesmas Menes
Authors: Rafa Mardiah
Published: May 2024

Introduction: In general, the problem of under-five malnutrition is still quite high, it can be calculated on the Weight/Height indicator which describes the acute nutritional status as a result of conditions that last for a short time, such as decreased appetite due to illness, or suffering from diarrhea. The purpose of the study was to determine the relationship between the level of attitude, family support, and parenting on the nutritional status of children aged 6-24 months at the Menes Health Center.
Methods: The design of this research is descriptive-analytic with a cross-sectional approach. The population used in this study were mothers who visited PKM baby care in Menes District, Pandeglang Regency as many as 110 mothers. Meanwhile, in taking the sample, the writer used the Slovin formula to obtain as many as 87 samples. Researchers used the Chi-Square test.
Results: The results of the study showed that there was a univariate relationship between attitude and nutritional status in toddlers aged 6-24 months.
Discussion: After doing the research, the researcher suggests to several parties, namely mothers, it is hoped that they can increase knowledge, especially regarding nutritional status.
Pengaruh Konseling KB Terhadap Pemilihan Alat Kontrasepsi Pada Ibu Nifas Di BLUD UPT Puskesmas Kaduhejo Tahun 2022
Authors: Wulan Ayi Dayu
Published: May 2024

Introduction: As technology and science development, the world's population also grows seven times. Indonesia is ranked 4th with the largest population in the world. One of the government's efforts to suppress the rate of population growth in Indonesia is the Family Planning Program (KB). The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of counseling on the selection of contraceptives for postpartum mothers at the BLUD UPT Health Center Kaduhejo in 2022.
Methods: The current method is a one-group pre-test and post-test design. The population of postpartum mothers in BLUD UPT Health Center Kaduhejo period May-June with a total of 124 people, and with a sample of postpartum mothers in June 55 people. Data were taken using a family planning counseling questionnaire. Data were analyzed by T-Test (paired sample T-test).
Results: The results of the study show that counseling is very useful in determining the choice of family planning. This happens because through counseling clients can see the problem more clearly so they can choose their own way out according to the information that has been received, previously. From the results of the study, it can be concluded that there is a difference between the group that was given counseling and the group that was not given counseling with p < 0,05.
Discussion: Based on the results of the analysis and conclusions, the authors propose the following suggestions: it is hoped that midwives will improve the quality of the counseling provided so that it affects the stability of acceptors in choosing family planning, it is hoped that this thesis can be used as a reading source or reference to improve the quality of midwifery education, for further researchers, it can be used as a reference. references or readings for further research and can develop this research.
Hubungan Respon Time Petugas Ambulans Gawat Darurat dengan Keberhasilan Penanganan Pasien Cardiac Arrest
Authors: Mitcel Handoyo
Published: May 2024

Introduction: According to the World Health Organization (WHO) states that heart attack is still the number one killer of humans in developed and developing countries killing 60 percent of all deaths. Signs of cardiac arrest, namely there is no reaction from the patient, there is stopping breathing or shortness of breath, and no vibrations are felt within 5 seconds. One indicator of the success of a medical emergency response is the speed in providing adequate assistance for emergency patients. One of the efforts to deal with the increasing cases of medical emergencies and disasters is to provide Emergency Medical Services and prepare healthcare workers.
 Methods: This research is a type of quantitative correlation analysis. The research design used is a cross-sectional or cross-sectional study. The population in this study were 68 cardiac arrest patients in the North Jakarta area using the AGD ambulance of the DKI Jakarta Health Office. The sampling technique used was accidental sampling. So, the sample in this study was 30 patients. The research instrument used an observation sheet. Researchers used the Chi-Square Test.
.Results: The relationship between the response time of emergency ambulance staff and the successful handling of cardiac arrest patients obtained a p-value = 0.009, meaning that the p-value <α (0,05).
Discussion: There is a relationship between the response time of emergency ambulance staff and the successful handling of cardiac arrest patients. Cardiac arrest is one of the emergency cases that can be life-threatening and requires a fast response time to be given good treatment, without cardiac compression or defibrillation, death will occur within minutes.