bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Patient preferences for models of care for fibromyalgia: A discrete choice experiment
Authors: Norwood Patrícia , Beasley Marcus , Stevens Martin , Hollick Rosemary , Macfarlane Gary , McNamee Paul ,   for the PACFiND Study Investigators
Published: June 2024

Background
Fibromyalgia is a common reason for referral to a rheumatologist and is a centralised pain state with symptoms beginning in adolescence/early adulthood and manifests as pain throughout the body, fatigue and cognitive dysfunction. Whilst there is considerable evidence on effective treatments, diagnosis and management are complex. There is almost no evidence on how to organise health services to deliver recommended therapies. The aim of the current study was to understand patient preferences for different features of healthcare services for fibromyalgia.

Methodology
We use the Discrete Choice Experiment Method (DCE), a choice-based survey that quantifies preferences for attributes of goods, services or policy interventions, to elicit preferences in relation to alternative models of care for people with fibromyalgia. In this study, attributes describe different models of care for fibromyalgia. We based attributes and levels on earlier phases of the PACFiND project and a literature review on fibromyalgia models of care. The final analysis sample consisted of 518 respondents who completed the survey in full.

Results
The final analysis sample consisted of 518 respondents ((patients living in the UK, over 18 years old, with a diagnosis of fibromyalgia), who completed the survey in full. The model of care most preferred is one characterised by earlier diagnosis and ongoing management by a Rheumatologist, via Face-to-face or Phone/video call appointments, with a stronger preference for the latter mode of support. The most preferred treatment was Medication, followed by Physical Therapy, with the least preferred being Talking Therapy. Relative to a Waiting Time for treatment of 6 months, respondents would prefer a lower Waiting Time of 3 months and dislike waiting 12 months for treatment. Respondents showed willingness to receive Ongoing Help and Advice by a Nurse Practitioner or a GP, instead of a Specialist Rheumatologist, provided they were compensated by other changes in the model of care.

Conclusion
This study has found that, although respondents express a preference for specialist care, provided by a Rheumatologist, they may be willing to trade-off this preference against other features within a model of care. This willingness to accept a different skill-mix (e.g., appointments with a GP or a Nurse Practitioner) has important implications for practice and policy, as this is a more feasible option in settings where the availability of specialist care is highly constrained.
Uncovering the knowledge gap: A web-based survey of healthcare providers’ understanding and management of dengue fever in East Azerbaijan, Iran
Authors: Abbasi Madineh , Zaim Morteza , Moosazadeh Mahmood , Alizadeh Mahasti , Dorosti Abbasali , Khayatzadeh Simin , Nikookar Seyed Hassan , Raeisi Ahmad , Nikpoor Fatemeh , Mirolyaie Abdolreza , Hokmabad Behrooz Naghili , Bazmani Ahad , Kaveh Farzad , Azimi Somayeh , Enayati Ahmadali 
Published: June 2024

Background
Dengue fever (DF) is increasingly recognized as one of the world’s major mosquito-borne diseases and causes significant morbidity and mortality in tropical and subtropical countries. Appropriate and timely diagnosis and risk stratification for severe disease are crucial in the appropriate management of this illness. Healthcare providers (HCPs) play a key role in dengue fever diagnosis, management and prevention. The present study was conducted to determine the knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) among HCPs in East Azerbaijan Province, Iran.

Methods
A cross-sectional survey among 948 HCPs, using a structured questionnaire, was conducted in East Azerbaijan Province from May to July 2022. Data analysis was undertaken using descriptive methods, the Chi-square test or Fisher’s exact test, and logistic regression. A P-value <0.05 was considered for statistical significance.

Results
Out of the 948 (68.5% female) respondents, 227 were physicians and 721 were health professionals. The knowledge level of DF was found to be largely inadequate in the present study population (80.4%). The physician vs. health professional were a significant factor in differentiating attitude scores. The mean practice score regarding DF prevention and control measures among respondents was 8.40±1.97.

Conclusion
The findings call for urgent continuous education and training courses to increase KAP levels and increased capacity and capability for DF prevention and control. This is of outmost importance for the first point of care of DF patients.
The Cancer Plot: Terminal Mortality in Marvel’s Moral Universe, Reginald Wiebe and Dorothy Woodman (2023)
Authors: Tiro Hana 
Published: June 2024

Review of: The Cancer Plot: Terminal Mortality in Marvel’s Moral Universe, Reginald Wiebe and Dorothy Woodman (2023)
Edmonton: University of Alberta Press, 336 pp.,
ISBN 978-1-77212-711-9, p/bk, $39.99 CAD
Stimulation of the calcium‐sensing receptor induces relaxations through CGRP and NK1 receptor‐mediated pathways in male rat mesenteric arteries
Authors: Carlton‐Carew Simonette R. E. , Greenberg Harry Z. E. , Greenwood Iain A. , Albert Anthony P. 
Published: June 2024

AbstractStimulation of the calcium‐sensing receptor (CaSR) regulates vascular contractility, but cellular mechanisms involved remain unclear. This study investigated the role of perivascular sensory nerves in CaSR‐induced relaxations of male rat mesenteric arteries. In fluorescence studies, colocalisation between synaptophysin, a synaptic vesicle marker, and the CaSR was present in the adventitial layer of arterial segments. Using wire myography, increasing external Ca2+ concentration ([Ca2+]o) from 1 to 10 mM induced vasorelaxations, previously shown to involve the CaSR, which were inhibited by pretreatment with capsaicin. [Ca2+]o‐induced vasorelaxations were partially reduced by the calcitonin gene‐related peptide (CGRP) receptor blockers, CGRP 8–37 and BIBN 4096, and the neurokinin 1 (NK1) receptor blocker L733,060. The inhibitory effect of CGRP 8–37 required a functional endothelium whereas the inhibitory action of L733,060 did not. Complete inhibition of [Ca2+]o‐induced vasorelaxations occurred when CGRP 8–37 and L733,060 were applied together. [Ca2+]o‐induced vasorelaxations in the presence of capsaicin were abolished by the ATP‐dependent K+ channel (KATP) blocker PNU 37883, but unaffected by the endothelium nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) inhibitor L‐NAME. We suggest that the CaSR on perivascular sensory nerves mediate relaxations in rat mesenteric arteries via endothelium‐dependent and ‐independent mechanisms involving CGRP and NK1 receptor‐activated NO production and KATP channels, respectively.
BOF steelmaking endpoint carbon content and temperature soft sensor model based on supervised weighted local structure preserving projection
Authors: Su YunKe , Liu Hui , Chen FuGang , Liu JianXun , Li Heng , Xue XiaoJun 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
Endpoint control stands as a pivotal determinant of steel quality. However, the data derived from the BOF steelmaking process are characterized by high dimension, with intricate nonlinear relationships between variables and diverse working conditions. Traditional dimension reduction does not fully use non-local structural information within manifold shapes. To address these challenges, the article introduces a novel approach termed supervised weighting-based local structure preserving projection. This method dynamically includes label information using sparse representation and constructs weighted submanifolds to mitigate the influence of irrelevant labels. Subsequently, trend match is employed to establish the same distribution datasets for the submanifold. The global and local initial neighborhood maps are then constructed, extracting non-local relations from the submanifold by analyzing manifold curvature. This process eliminates interference from non-nearest-neighbor points on the manifold while preserving the local geometric structure, facilitating adaptive neighborhood parameter change. The proposed method enhances the adaptability of the model to changing working conditions and improves overall performance. The carbon content prediction maintains a controlled error range of within ±0.02%, achieving an accuracy rate of 82.50%. The temperature prediction maintains a controlled error range of within ±10°C, achieving an accuracy rate of 79.00%.
Nursing students’ evaluation of patient safety culture in three central European countries: a cross-sectional study
Authors: Bartoníčková Daniela , Kohanová Dominika , Žiaková Katarína , Młynarska Agnieszka , Kolarczyk Ewelina , Steven Alison 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Objectives
This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate and compare the perceptions of nursing students regarding patient safety culture (PSC) during the COVID-19 pandemic in three Central European countries.

Methods
Data were collected from 624 nursing students between April and September 2021 using the Hospital Survey on Patient Safety Culture.

Results
The evaluation of the PSC dimensions did not reach the expected level of 75 %. Significant associations were found between the perception of the dimensions of the individual PSC and age, student status, study year, and clinical placement. The overall patient safety grade, the number of events reported, and the number of events reported by nursing students were significantly predicted by several dimensions of the PSC (p<0.05).

Conclusions
The evaluation of patient safety culture by nursing students offers a unique perspective. Students come with ‘fresh eyes’ and provide different perspectives that can provide healthcare leaders with a practical opportunity to identify blind spots, review and improve safety protocols, and foster a more inclusive culture that prioritizes patient safety.
The crystal structure of propane-1-aminium-2-carbamate, C4H10N2O2
Authors: Wu Yujiu , Ji Yangling , Gong Xusen , Jin Shouwen , Hong Xinyi 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
C4H10N2O2, monoclinic, Cc (no. 9), a = 9.5726(8) Å, b = 9.2271(9) Å, c = 7.4577(7) Å, β = 115.295(3)°, V = 595.56(9) Å3, Z = 4, Rgt
(F) = 0.0520, wRref
(F
2) = 0.1436, T = 298 K .
Crystal structure of bis(14,34-dimethyl[11,21:23,31-terphenyl]-22-yl)diselane, C40H34Se2
Authors: Zhao Ling-Yu , Lü Shuang , Shen Guo-Dong 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
C40H34Se2, monoclinic, P21/c (no. 14), a = 13.377(3) Å, b = 14.843(3) Å, c = 16.003(4) Å, β = 93.922(4)°, V = 3170.0(12) Å3, Z = 4, Rgt
(F) = 0.0336, wRref
(F
2) = 0.0717, T = 113(2) K.
Disrupting the melody: The interplay of obesity and metabolic dysfunction
Authors: Willie Michael Mncedisi , Maqbool Mudasir , Qadrie Zulfkar 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
Obesity has become a global epidemic, intricately linked with metabolic dysfunction and posing significant health risks. This article presents a comprehensive investigation into the complex dynamics of obesity and metabolic disorders, focusing on adipose tissue as an active endocrine organ and its role in chronic inflammation and insulin resistance. Through a thorough literature review and analysis of epidemiological data, this study explores the socioeconomic, lifestyle, and environmental factors influencing obesity prevalence and its associated complications. Case studies from countries with successful intervention programs, expert interviews, and a comparative analysis of strategies implemented worldwide provide valuable insights into effective approaches for addressing obesity and metabolic dysfunction. Drawing on these findings, evidence-based recommendations are proposed for healthcare systems, policymakers, and public health practitioners to combat the multifaceted challenges posed by obesity and promote population health.
Psychedelic Christianity: From evangelical hippies and Roman Catholic intellectuals in the sixties to clergy in a Johns Hopkins clinical trial
Authors: McCarthy Bryan , Priest Hunt 
Published: June 2024

AbstractAs the wider culture is experiencing what some call a “psychedelic renaissance,” various Christian voices are beginning to comment on this cultural moment in the press and social media. Some are curious, even open minded, about the developments; others are expressing concern about what they see as the inauthenticity and danger of psychedelics as a spiritual practice. In the academic literature, most work on the intersection of Christianity and psychedelic medicine treat either the historical question of psychedelics' possible role in the foundations of the religion or on the practical question of “should we or shouldn't we?” Absent, however, is discussion of how a Christian psychedelic practice might look. This article seeks to address this shortfall by showcasing three extant examples of what we term “psychedelic Christianity”: 1) hippies who converted to Christianity while still using psychedelic substances during the “Jesus movement”; 2) mid-twentieth-century Catholic intellectuals experimenting with the compounds for spiritual and therapeutic reasons; and 3) contemporary clergy who participated in the Johns Hopkins and NYU study with psychedelics and religious professionals. In all of this, we give special attention to the healing experienced by these Christians who undertook a psychedelic Christianity in their recourse to these substances.
Functional performance of low-cost electronic yarn for E-textiles
Authors: Seidu Raphael Kanyire , Jiang Shouxiang 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
The current work presents and discusses the design and performance qualities of braided electronic yarns for woven textiles to produce red light-intensity effects. The design process involves a simple encapsulation process with adhesive tape and a heat-shrinkable tube to secure stainless-steel conductive threads (SS-CTs) to the solder pads of light-emitting diodes. These are arranged in a series against two SS-CTs to provide single positive and negative terminals at both ends. Findings from the infrared images show that the heat distribution and dissipation of the stainless-steel conductive threads are insignificant in affecting the wear comfort of the electronic textiles on the human body. The washing test shows the robust nature of the braided electronic yarns even after 20 cycles of being subjected to high agitation and mechanical stress. A proof of concept illustrates the effectiveness of the study results, which calls on further research work to enhance the durability and flexibility of the braided electronic yarns and electronic textiles to ensure a higher level of wear comfort. These braided electronic yarns would find end applications for nighttime visibility of pedestrians, a situation that would improve the recognition of drivers for reduced collision.

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Impact statement
Electronic textiles otherwise known as e-textiles have been the subject of scholarly attention in recent years due to their performance properties and wide areas of application for entertainment, monitoring, and safety purposes. The use of appropriate electronic yarns (e-yarns) plays a key role in connectivity and provides the necessary feedback when applied to a textile material. E-yarns are now replacing a few modern electronic textiles (e-textiles) that use rigid copper wires commonly applied in electronic circuits for e-textiles and improve the wear comfort of the garment. The integration of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) into conductive threads to form electronic yarns for textile material can be applied not only for entertainment purposes but also as a safety feature for pedestrians. The use of appropriate components is necessary to ensure and maintain the textile quality and properties for effective wearability. Herein, an e-yarn fabricated with stainless-steel conductive threads and LEDs for e-textiles is presented. As part of ongoing research work to develop smart interactive clothing to increase the nighttime visibility of pedestrians, this work discusses the design and performance qualities of braided e-yarns for woven textiles. The success of these low-cost, flexible, and strong (high wash durability) braided e-yarns facilitates their integration into woven fabrics for smart clothing to enhance the visibility and therefore safety of pedestrians.
Конвергенция уровней смертности и продолжительности жизни в крупных городах России до и после пандемии
Authors: Ветрова Екатерина Дмитриевна , Калмыкова Наталья Михайловна 
Published: June 2024

В статье на данных Федеральной службы государственной статистики анализируются процессы конвергенции в смертности в городах России с населением от 100 тыс. до 1 млн человек в допандемийный период (2012-2019 гг.), во время пандемии COVID-19 (2020 г.) и после ее окончания (2021-2022 гг.). Показано, что наибольшая конвергенция интервальной продолжительности жизни наблюдается в возрастных группах 0-15 и 15-35 лет, а группа 35-65 лет остается наиболее значимым резервом для снижения смертности и дальнейшей конвергенции. Также показано, что пандемия затормозила конвергенцию регионов по уровню смертности, дифференциация ожидаемой продолжительности жизни в возрастном интервале 35-65 лет практические не сокращается с годами, т. е. отстающие города не заимствуют практики городов-лидеров.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND SLEEP QUALITY WITH MUSCLE MASS IN FEMALE MEDICAL STUDENTS
Authors: Yusuf Kevina Nuraini , Bustamam Nurfitri , Faranita Tri , Purwaningastuti Diana Agustini 
Published: June 2024

Female medical students tend to have low physical activity levels (PAL) accompanied by a poor sleep quality. This condition could disrupt muscle protein metabolism, resulting in decreased muscle mass at a young age. This study aimed to determine the association between physical activity and sleep quality with muscle mass in female medical students. A cross-sectional study design was conducted on 60 female students according to the criteria selected using stratified random sampling. The study instruments were Tanita Medical Body Composition Analyzer (MC-980MA Plus), Global Physical Activity Questionnaire (GPAQ), and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Study results found that 34 (56,7%) subjects, 23 (38,3%) subjects, and 3 (5%) subjects had low, normal, and high muscle mass respectively. Physical activity levels (PAL) of 25 (41,7%) subjects were low, 30 (50%) subjects were moderate, and 5 (8,3%) subjects were high. A number of 55 (88,3%) subjects had a poor sleep quality, while the other 7 (11,7%) subjects had a good sleep quality. Multiple regression logistic test showed that PAL had more effects on muscle mass (p = 0,000; OR = 14,056, CI = 3,488-56,637) compared to sleep quality (p = 0,104; OR = 7,680, CI = 0,657-89,726). Therefore, young adults need to exercise regularly and perform sleep hygiene to maintain their muscle mass.
Risk Factors for Neck Functional Ability in Esports Players
Authors: Andriawan Wahyu , Rahman Farid 
Published: June 2024

The public's interest in the world of esports is increasing, both nationally and internationally. The current generation's participation, along with the government's support through prestigious competitions, is producing promising talents. The ambition to compete in esports games has caught the attention of researchers, as the process of engaging the body's functions can lead to physical problems that affect performance. Musculoskeletal disorders that occur involve the accumulation of various factors, which are considered disruptive to players. The highest reported prevalence of complaints is in the neck region, with varying levels of pain. The aim of this study is to determine the relationship and influence of age, gender, player type, duration of play, length of participation, and stress levels on the functional ability of esports players' necks. Through observational analytical research with a cross-sectional approach, researchers analyzed statistically to find the relationship and influence. The results showed that gender and stress level variables have a weak relationship and influence on the occurrence of neck disability. Meanwhile, the player type, age, duration of play, and length of participation variables do not seem to correlate with the functional ability of the neck. Further research is needed on the effect of stress levels experienced by individuals that affect their physical performance in performing functional activities in the field of esports.
Mortalidad por COVID-19: desigualdades educativas y contexto socio-espacial en dos provincias de Argentina
Authors: Leveau Carlos M. , Velázquez Guillermo A. 
Published: June 2024

Con el objetivo de describir la asociación entre las características sociodemográficas y factores contextuales con la mortalidad por COVID-19, durante 2020-2021 en las provincias de Mendoza y San Juan enArgentina se realizó un estudio de tipo ecológico, donde los factores sociodemográficos fueron la edad, el sexo y el nivel educativo y contextuales la pobreza y la urbanización a nivel departamental. Los análisis se estimaron mediante modelos jerárquicos bayesianos binomial negativos. Existieron desigualdades educacionales independientemente del contexto socioeconómico y el nivel de urbanización. La excepción fue el grupo etario de 65 a más años durante 2021 que, independientemente del nivel educativo, mostró un riesgo de muerte por COVID-19 mayor en departamentos con niveles altos de pobreza estructural. En conclusión, la desigualdad educativa es un indicador de desigualdad social que aumenta la vulnerabilidad para la mortalidad por COVID-19.
First report of an acute case of Chagas disease in the municipality of Miraflores, Guaviare, Colombia
Authors: Benítez José Ziadé , Cedeño Díaz Diana , Colorado Luz Alba , Mosquera Murillo Laureano , Orozco María Trinidad , Vallecilla Sandra , Padilla Julio Cesar , Olivera Mario J. 
Published: June 2024

We present a case of acute phase Chagas disease in a 40-year-old male patient from Vereda Buenos Aires, Municipality of Miraflores, Department of Guaviare. The patient attended the emergency department with fever, headache, asthenia, adynamia and dysuria. The blood smear and urinalysis were positive for symptomatic urinary tract infection, but negative for malaria. Five days later the diagnosis of acute phase Chagas disease was confirmed after a positive result for Trypanosoma cruzi. The patient was treated with nifurtimox and benznidazole, his contacts and risk areas were investigated, an active entomological community and institutional search was carried out, as well as in the reservoirs, finally, laboratory surveillance for possible cases of infection in the community was conducted. Five cases with similar symptoms were identified, but parasitological tests were negative. Health education measures were implemented to prevent the spread of the disease.
Case report: liver failure as a debut of autoimmune hepatitis triggered by dengue virus in a pregnant woman
Authors: Sato-Espinoza Karina , Berrospi Diego , Diaz-Ferrer Javier 
Published: June 2024

Autoimmune hepatitis (AIH) is a complex condition with unclear origins, involving genetic susceptibility and environmental triggers that lead to immune system dysfunction. We report a case of a pregnant woman from a mosquito-borne disease-endemic area who presented jaundice, abdominal pain, and pruritus, complicated by acute liver failure. Immunological markers showed AIH triggered by dengue virus infection, which was confirmed by a positive IgM test. Treatment with supportive care followed by steroids and azathioprine resulted in favorable outcomes, averting the need for a liver transplant. Although AIH can be triggered by viruses, the role of dengue in its pathogenesis remains poorly understood. Regular clinical monitoring is vital for managing AIH, particularly during pregnancy, due to variable immune status and treatment responses. Further research is necessary to understand the link between dengue infection and AIH. Individualized treatment strategies are crucial, especially during pregnancy, in order to ensure favorable outcomes.