bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Social connections and participation among people with mild cognitive impairment: barriers and recommendations
Authors: Zhu Di , Al Mahmud Abdullah , Liu Wei 
Published: July 2023

ObjectiveSocial connections and participation are essential for individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) to prevent the progression of cognitive decline and enhance their overall well-being. However, existing research has primarily focused on environmental barriers, overlooking personal factors and the interconnected nature of these barriers. Moreover, there is a lack of understanding regarding social connections and participation challenges specific to people with MCI in low- and middle-income countries. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the barriers that hinder social connections and participation among people with MCI in China and investigate opportunities to design appropriate supportive interventions.MethodsThirty-one people with MCI (13 males and 18 females; mean age = 82.74 years, SD = 7.69; mean MoCA score = 21.26, SD = 2.44) and 13 caregivers were recruited to attend focus groups. In addition, 10 therapists were interviewed using a semi-structured interview guide. Focus groups and interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed, and analyzed using a framework analysis approach.ResultsWe found that the ability to build social connections among people with MCI is affected by mobility challenges, intensive grandparenting responsibilities, availability of suitable activities, and feelings of exclusion in a closed-minded community environment. Personal reasons, such as lower social efficacy, inability to find suitable social activities, and intensive family responsibilities, discourage people with MCI from social participation. The digital literacy of people with MCI depends on their motivation to learn and use digital tools; people with MCI who live in a community have a higher digital literacy than those living in care centers. The motivation to achieve digital literacy is affected by perceived benefits, costs of technology use, and social influence.ConclusionMultidimensional initiatives are needed to address barriers to social connections, participation, and technology adoption among individuals with MCI. This includes organizing and engaging in social activities, promoting awareness and education on the importance of social participation, and exploring technology-based interventions to improve memory and storytelling abilities. These efforts can create a supportive environment and empower individuals with MCI to participate actively in social interactions, enhancing their overall well-being.
Assessing volatile organic compounds exposure and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases in US adults
Authors: Lv Jia-jie , Li Xin-yu , Shen Yu-chen , You Jian-xiong , Wen Ming-zhe , Wang Jing-bing , Yang Xi-tao 
Published: July 2023

BackgroundVolatile organic compounds (VOCs) are a large group of chemicals widely used in People’s Daily life. There is increasing evidence of the cumulative toxicity of VOCs. However, the association between VOCs and the risk of COPD has not been reported.ObjectiveWe comprehensively evaluated the association between VOCs and COPD.MethodsOur study included a total of 1,477 subjects from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, including VOCs, COPD, and other variables in the average US population. Multiple regression models and smooth-curve fitting (penalty splines) were constructed to examine potential associations, and stratified analyses were used to identify high-risk groups.ResultsWe found a positive association between blood benzene and blood o-xylene concentrations and COPD risk and identified a concentration relationship between the two. That is, when the blood benzene and O-xylene concentrations reached 0.28 ng/mL and 0.08 ng/mL, respectively, the risk of COPD was the highest. In addition, we found that gender, age, and MET influence the relationship, especially in women, young people, and people with low MET.SignificanceThis study revealed that blood benzene and blood o-xylene were independently and positively correlated with COPD risk, suggesting that long-term exposure to benzene and O-xylene may cause pulmonary diseases, and providing a new standard of related blood VOCs concentration for the prevention of COPD.
Non-English primary language and disparities in stroke outcomes after mechanical thrombectomy: a single institution study
Authors: Karim Nurose , Stone Suzanne , Salter Amber , Gebreyohanns Mehari , Johnson Mark , Jones Erica 
Published: July 2023

BackgroundDelays in acute treatment of ischemic stroke have been associated with worse outcomes. While having a non-English primary language has not been shown to delay receiving thrombolytic therapy, we assessed whether non-English primary language was associated with worse functional outcomes in patients receiving mechanical thrombectomy (MT).MethodThis is a retrospective study of our MT database from two comprehensive stroke centers from January 2016 to May 2021. Primary endpoint was discharge modified Rankin Scale (mRS) 0-2. Differences between English primary language (EPL) and non-English primary language (nEPL) groups were evaluated using an analysis of variance (ANOVA), Kruskal-Wallis and chi square test. Multivariable logistic regression was used to evaluate EPL vs. nEPL patients using data driven models determined by stepwise selection approach.ResultWe identified 276 patients receiving MT with 83% EPL and 17% nEPL patients. nEPL patients had higher mean hemoglobin A1c, were less likely to have insurance, and more likely to have symptomatic intracranial hemorrhage compared to EPL patients (Table). We observed a longer median ED arrival to groin puncture time in the nEPL group. No differences were observed in discharge or mRS 0-2 in the univariate or multivariable logistic regression.DiscussionDespite finding longer ED length of stay among nEPL patients, there was no difference between nEPL and EPL in good functional outcome rates in patients treated with MT.
Improved latrine coverage may reduce porcine cysticercosis: a comparative cross-sectional study, Busia County, Kenya 2021
Authors: Chege Bernard , Ndambuki Gideon , Owiny Maurice , Kiyong’a Alice , Fèvre Eric M. , Cook Elizabeth A. J. 
Published: July 2023

IntroductionSmallholder pig farming is an important economic activity for many poor, rural communities in developing countries. Porcine cysticercosis is a growing public health risk in countries where pig rearing is popular. A sanitation-based intervention to reduce the prevalence of open defecation was completed in Busia County, Kenya in 2016. We capitalized on this third party intervention to evaluate its impact on porcine cysticercosis prevalence.MethodsWe conducted a comparative cross-sectional survey from August through to September 2021. Household selection was done using multistage sampling. Household questionnaire data on pig production, transmission, risk factors and awareness of porcine cysticercosis were collected from 251 households. Lingual palpation was used to test for cysticerci in 370 pigs while serum was tested for circulating antigen using Ag-ELISA. We compared results of our survey to an effective baseline, which was a near equivalent cross sectional survey conducted in 2012 before the third party sanitary intervention was established. The difference in prevalence was measured using Chi-square tests. Multivariable logistic regression analysis was used to identify risk factors for lingual cysts in pigs.ResultsThe prevalence of palpable lingual cysts was estimated to be 3.8% (95% CI 2.3–6.3%) (14/370). This was 6% (95% CI 0.8–13.9%;p-value 0.0178) lower than the prevalence reported in the pre-implementation period of 9.7% (95% CI: 4.5–17.6%). Circulating antigen was detected in 2 samples (0.54%, 95% CI: 0.2–1.9). Latrine coverage was 86% (95% CI: 81–90%), which was 11% (95% CI: 4.8–16.8%;p &lt; 0.001) higher than the pre-implementation period coverage of 75% (95% CI: 71–79%). There was reduced prevalence of lingual cysts in pigs from households that had a latrine (OR = 0.14; 95% CI: 0.05–0.43;p &lt; 0.001) and where pigs were confined or tethered (OR = 0.27; 95% CI: 0.07–1.02;p = 0.053).ConclusionThere was a reduction in the prevalence of porcine cysticercosis in Busia County over the study period from 2012 to 2021. This was not a trial design so we are unable to directly link the decline to a specific cause, but the data are consistent with previous research indicating that improved sanitation reduces porcine cysticercosis. Programs for controlling porcine cysticercosis should include a focus on sanitation in addition to other integrated One Health approaches.
El método de proyectos en el desarrollo de la cultura emprendedora
Authors: Tipiana Morote Katherine Lizbet 
Published: July 2023

El método de proyectos es una herramienta estratégica en el proceso de enseñanza y aprendizaje para estimular el espíritu emprendedor y las actividades socio productivas. El objetivo del estudio fue determinar la relación del método de proyecto y la cultura emprendedora en estudiantes de 3ro y 4to año del nivel secundario de la asignatura "Educación para el Trabajo”. Se realizó un estudio correlacional de campo, utilizando dos instrumentos, para la variable método de proyectos comprendido por 13 ítems y para cultura emprendedora 14 ítems y se miden a través de la escala de Likert y, además, se aplicaron a 154 estudiantes en el I.E. Daniel Merino Ruiz- Ica. Se evidenció una asociación significativa entre la cultura emprendedora y la aplicación del método de proyectos. Esta herramienta del método de proyectos en la educación secundaria no solo tiene beneficios pedagógicos, sino que también puede desencadenar el desarrollo de una cultura emprendedora en los estudiantes.
STABILITAS POOLED SERA DENGAN PENAMBAHAN PROPILEN GLIKOL, ETILEN GLIKOL DAN NATRIUM AZIDA SEBAGAI BAHAN KONTROL ALTERNATIF
Authors: Syamsudin Ani Riyani , Solihat M. Firman , Kurnaeni Nani 
Published: July 2023

Pengendalian mutu laboratorium dapat dilakukan secara internal disebut dengan Pemantapan Mutu Internal (PMI) atau QC internal, dan yang dilakukan secara eksternal disebut dengan Pemantapan Mutu Eksternal (PME). Pemantapan mutu internal dilakukan dengan melakukan pengukuran ketelitian dan ketepatan hasil dengan menggunakan bahan kontrol. Bahan kontrol yang dapat dibuat sendiri dengan menggunakan kumpulan serum sisa pemeriksaan yang kemudian diolah dan disimpan pada lemari es dengan suhu -15 sampai -20°C yang disebut dengan pooled sera. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui stabilitas pooled sera dengan penambahan propilen glikol 15%, Etilen Glikol 15% dan natrium Azida 1% yang disimpan pada suhu -15 °C sampai -20°C. Pada penelitian ini pemeriksaan dilakukan setiap 3 hari sekali. Data yang dikumpulkan merupakan data primer yang diperoleh dengan memeriksa kadar Kreatinin, Protein Total, Albumin Dan Glukosa Darah. Data dianalisis menggunakan uji statistika General Linear Model (GLM). Penelitian dilaksanakan tahun 2022 di Jurusan Teknologi Laboratorium Medis Poltekkes Kemenkes Bandung. Hasil penelitian ini didapat bahwa Penggunaan pengawet propilen glikol dan etilen glikol untuk bahan kontrol serum alternatif dapat menstabilkan parameter kreatinin, protein total, dan glukosa darah, namun tidak dapat menstabilkan kadar albumin. Penggunaan pengawet natrium azida untuk bahan kontrol serum alternatif dapat menstabilkan parameter protein total, albumin, glukosa darah dan kreatinin.
SPATIAL DEVELOPMENT AS A FACTOR IN THE FORMATION OF INVESTMENT ATTRACTIVENESS OF THE REGION
Authors: Makarova O. , Prityko E. , Makarov Evgeny , Bunina E. 
Published: July 2023

The article examines the importance and role of investments, which are a key factor in the development of the region's economy. The main features of the concept of "investment" are highlighted and characterized. The analysis of the state of the problem is carried out on the basis of statistical data of the Federal State Statistics Service and data obtained from open sources, including official websites.
In the course of the study, a brief overview of scientific ideas about the content of the concept of "spatial development" was carried out. It was found that spatial development and investment attractiveness are closely related to each other. It is shown that when developing a spatial development strategy, it is necessary to apply a systematic approach taking into account the manifested interrelations of all elements
The interrelation of investment attractiveness and spatial development of the region is revealed on the example of the Voronezh region. One of the main characteristics of investment processes in the region is the structure of investments in fixed assets. The article analyzes data on investments in fixed assets, taking into account the investment activity of small businesses and the volume of investments not observed by direct statistical methods. The analysis of the state of the problem is carried out on the basis of statistical data of the Federal State Statistics Service, data obtained from open sources, including official websites. In the course of the study, investments in fixed assets in the Russian Federation and in the Voronezh region were analyzed. The assessment of the level of investment attractiveness is given, the main tasks of the coordination body for the investment development of the Voronezh region are briefly highlighted.
The main factors that influenced the positive dynamics of investments are highlighted, as well as weaknesses in the strategic direction of enhancing investment activity in the region are identified.
From the results obtained, it can be concluded that the state of investment activity in the Voronezh region has unstable growth trends, in particular investments in fixed assets. The structure of industrial production is mainly focused on local markets.
In conclusion, the main aspects of the relationship between investment attractiveness and spatial development of the region are summarized closely, closely related to each other. Recommendations are given to increase the investment attractiveness of the Voronezh region for further spatial development of the region. As a result of the study, the main factors that influenced spatial development as a factor in the formation of the investment attractiveness of the Voronezh region were identified.
KEWENANGAN BADAN PERTANAHAN NASIONAL DALAM PENERTIBAN DAN PENDAYAGUNAAN TANAH-TANAH TERLANTAR
Authors: Ardani Irawan Rastra , Setyawan Fendi , Ali Moh. 
Published: July 2023

Tanah merupakan sumber daya yang penting bagi adanya kegiatan pembangunan. Di sisi lain tanah juga merupakan sumber daya yang sangat dibutuhkan oleh manusia untuk memenuhi kebutuhan hidupnya. Agar dapat mendatangkan kemakmuran dan memenuhi semua bidang kebutuhan dalam kehidupan manusia maka tanah harus diusahakan, diolah, dimanfaatkan dan dipergunakan sesuai dengan kebutuhan dan tujuannya. Penelantaran tanah merupakan suatu tindakan yang tidak benar, hal ini dapat menyebabkan hilangnya peluang untuk mewujudnyatakan potensi ekonomi tanah. Selain itu, penelantaran tanah juga berdampak pada terhambatnya pencapaian berbagai tujuan program pembangunan, rentannya ketahanan pangan dan ketahanan ekonomi nasional, tertutupnya akses sosial-ekonomi masyarakat khususnya petani pada tanah, serta terusiknya rasa keadilan dan harmoni sosial. Peraturan Pemerintah Nomor 20 Tahun 2021 mengatur tentang obyek penertiban tanah terlantar, identifikasi dan penelitian, peringatan, penetapan tanah terlantar, pendayagunaan tanah negara bekas tanah terlantar. Dari sudut pandang kajian hukum normatif, terjadi kesulitan mekanisme pelaksanaanya
Perilaku Pemeliharaan Kebersihan Gigi dan Mulut pada Pengguna Ortodontik Cekat di Madrasah Aliyah Negeri I Manado
Authors: Modjo Najwa F. , Anindita Pritartha S. , Mintjelungan Christy N. 
Published: July 2023

Abstract: All groups, including teenagers use fixed orthodontic treatment worldwide, but they often often unaware of the risks and impacts of using orthodontic appliances. Fixed orthodontic appliance components attached to the tooth surface will make the user susceptible to oral hygiene problems. This study aimed to obtain the oral hygiene behavior of students of Madrasah Aliyah Negeri 1 Manado undergoing orthodontic treatment. This was a descriptive study using a cross-sectional approach. Samples were 36 students in grades 10-12 obtained by using total sampling technique. The results showed that most students in this study brushed their teeth using conventional toothbrushes twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and habitually consumed fiber rich food. However, daily use of supports such as interdental brush, dental floss and mouthwash was still very low. Many students still used toothpicks although not every day and the habit of brushing teeth in front of the mirror was still lacking. In conclusion, dental and oral hygiene behavior of fixed orthodontic wearers at Madrasah Aliyah Manado is not optimal and still need to be improved.
Keywords: orthodontic treatment; fixed orthodontic appliance; oral hygiene behavior

Abstrak: Perawatan ortodontik cekat ramai digunakan oleh segala kalangan termasuk remaja walaupun sering kali tidak menyadari risiko dan dampak dari penggunaan alat ortodontik. Komponen-komponen alat ortodontik cekat yang terpasang pada permukaan gigi akan membuat penggunanya rentan mengalami masalah kebersihan mulut. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui gambaran perilaku pemeliharaan kebersihan gigi dan mulut pada pengguna ortodontik cekat di Madrasah Aliyah Negeri I (MAN 1) Manado. Penelitian ini bersifat deskriptif dengan desain potong lintang. Sampel penelitian berjumlah 36 siswa kelas 10-12 pengguna ortodontik yang diambil menggunakan total sampling. Hasil penelitian mendapatkan bahwa sebagian besar siswa pengguna ortodontik cekat MAN 1 Manado menyikat gigi menggunakan sikat gigi konvensional dua kali sehari dengan pasta gigi berfluoride dan memiliki kebiasaan mengonsumsi makanan berserat setiap hari, namun penggunaan sehari-hari penunjang seperti interdental brush, dental floss dan obat kumur masih sangat rendah, masih banyak yang menggunakan tusuk gigi meskipun tidak setiap hari, dan kebiasaan becermin saat menyikat gigi juga masih kurang. Simpulan penelitian ini ialah perilaku pemeliharaan kebersihan gigi dan mulut pada pengguna ortodontik cekat di Madrasah Aliyah Negeri I Manado belum optimal dan masih perlu ditingkatkan.
Kata kunci: perawatan ortodontik; ortodontik cekat; pemeliharaan kebersihan mulut
Identifying the areas with the worst and poorest environmental reality in the city of Hilla
Authors: Al-Anbari Muhammad , Al-Baghdadi Abd al-Sahib , Mohammed Laden Taha 
Published: July 2023

يعيش الإنسان في بيئته الحضرية (داخل المدن ) أو الريفية (خارج المدن ) بعلاقة متكاملة ،"فلا يمكن النظر إلى البيئة من دون رؤية إنسانها ولا يمكن النظر إلى الإنسان من دون رؤية بيئته ، فالعلاقة المتبادلة بينهما هي مقياس جوهري للدلالة على حالة التوازن بين هذين الشقين ، وعليه فأن التدهور الاقتصادي والتخلف الاجتماعي وتراجع مستويات مدا خيل الأفراد والمجتمعات إلى مستويات خط الفقر ، تؤدي إلى المزيد من تدهور البيئة ولاسيما البيئة الإنسانية " (حنوش ،2004). إن التفاعل بين الفقر والبيئة غالبا ما يؤدي إلى تدهور الخصائص البيئية ، وعلاج مشكلة الفقر ليس مجرد ضرورة أخلاقية ، بل هي مهمة ضرورية للتنمية ، وهو ما يتطلب إصلاح النظم الاقتصادية وتحسين مدا خيل الفقراء وتقديم المزيد من الخدمات عن طريق أصلاح بيئة تلك الشريحة الواسعة من المجتمع .
Posisi Asbab Al-Nuzul Dalam Penafsiran Al-Qur’an Perspektif Hermeneutika Paul Ricoeur
Authors: Abnisa Almaydza Pratama 
Published: July 2023

Memang tidak dapat dipungkiri bahwa dalam penafsiran Al-Qur’an, ulama telah banyak menghadirkan metode penafsiran. Juga tidak dapat diingkari bahwa hermeneutika pun telah populer dan marak digunakan untuk menafsirkan Al-Qur’an. Namun, metode penafsiran Al-Qur’an yang ada selama ini mempunyai pandangan bahwa konteks sosial historis teks merupakan sesuatu yang signifikan dalam penafsiran Al-Qur’an, baik konteks umumnya maupun konteks khususnya (asbab al-nuzulnya), sementara metode interpretasi teks (hermeneutika) Ricoeur yang dapat dikategorikan dalam metode analisis teks (yang termasuk) terbaru memandang bahwa dalam memahami teks, teks harus diperlakukan secara otonom (lepas dari maksud pengarangnya, kondisi sosial historisnya dan audiens aslinya). Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menjelaskan asbab al-nuzul dalam penafsiran Al-Qur'an dengan hermeneutika Paul Ricoeur. Hermeneutika Paul Ricoeur memahami teks sebagai sesuatu yang berasal dari masa lalu dalam dunia kekinian. Al-Qur'an yang berasal dari masa lalu pun mengalami hal serupa. Metode Penelitian ini adalah kualitatif dengan model studi pustaka. Data penelitian berupa konsep asbabun nuzul yang bersumber dari beebrapa kitab primer. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan dokumentasi. Sedangkan analisis data dilakukan dengan content analys yaitu melakukan pertimbangan-pertimbangan tertentu terhadap teori interpretasi Paul Ricoeur dalam manelaah asbab al-nuzul dan penafsiran Al-Qur’an. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan hermeneutika Ricoeur telah memberikan arah baru bagi pemahaman teks, namun memahami teks dengan memberlakukan teks sebagai sesuatu yang otonom yang melepaskan konteks sosial-historisnya bukanlah hal yang mudah diterapkan dalam penafsiran Al-Qur'an, namun diperlukan pertimbangan tertentu. Sungguhpun Al-Qur'an adalah teks, bagaimanapun juga tidak dapat dilupakan bahwa Al-Qur'an adalah teks suci keagamaan.
Experience gained by the Polish Military Contingent of IRAK in the field of logistic support and preparation of military equipment
Authors: Piękoś Dominik Jerzy 
Published: July 2023

ObjectivesThe aim of the article is to present the experience gained by the Polish Military Contingent in Iraq in the field of logistic support and preparation of military equipment. An additional goal is to present how the process of technical security of the Polish Armed Forces outside the country has evolved.MethodsTheoretical research methods were used to author this article, e.g. analysis of specialist military literature and the empirical method - diagnostic survey, interview technique. Based on the observations of soldiers and military personnel, the basic elements of technical protection and preparation of military equipment for a military mission were presented.ResultsThe analysis of the collected information allowed to identify and characterize the experience gained by the Polish Military Contingent in Iraq in the field of logistics support and preparation of military equipment. The article presents the types of used equipment, which has undergone continuous adaptation and modifications.ConclusionsA meticulously organized and functioning technical subsystem determines the proper functioning of military units. The main task of the technical subsystem is to meet the needs of the Polish Armed Forces in times of peace, crisis and war by providing the appropriate amount of military equipment with a maintenance base, as well as providing repair services in the right place and time. On the other hand, in the training process, the technical subsystem prepares logistic units for technical protection in order to ensure the continuity of operations by military subunits.