Assessment of the quality of news reporting of suicide by self-immolation would help to prevent the harmful effects of media on suicidal behavior in the community. However, no previous attempt was identified in Bangladesh and India. We aimed to assess the depiction of suicide by self-immolation in newspapers in Bangladesh and India. We collected data from all news articles published in English, Hindi, or any other local language that document incidents of suicide by self-immolation, provided they were published on or before November 11, 2025. We assessed the quality of reporting by comparing it with the World Health Organization guidelines. The analysis included 83 news reports published between January 2013 and November 2025. Females comprised the major victims, and kerosene or petrol were the materials. Protest against perceived injustices, marital discord, domestic disputes, and relationship conflicts were the major factors for the attempt. Sensationalism appears to be common, with many reports including graphic and vivid descriptions of the incident. There is a stark absence of preventive measures in the reporting; almost no articles provide contact information for helplines or resources for individuals struggling with suicidal thoughts. Suicide by self-immolation gets media attention in Bangladesh and India, where the quality of reporting is poor when compared to the reporting guidelines. • Self-immolation receives media attention in Bangladesh and India, with reports covering cases even outside their geographical boundaries. • The quality of reporting falls short of the reporting guidelines, with sensationalization of the event, graphic and vivid descriptions of the incident, and an absence of preventive measures in the reports. • Preventive measures targeting reporting quality are warranted to reduce the impact on the community population.

The Characteristics of Sites Delivering the Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model.

What makes people "click" on a first date and become mutually attracted to one another? While understanding and predicting the dynamics of romantic interactions used to be exclusive to human judgment, we show that Large Language Models (LLMs) demonstrate some capacity to detect linguistic cues of romantic attraction during brief getting-to-know-you interactions. Examining data from 964 speed dates, we show that ChatGPT (and Claude 3) can predict both objective and subjective indicators of speed dating success (r = 0.12-0.23), and that their judgements overlap with those made by human observers (r = 0.21-0.35) with modest levels of accuracy. Notably, however, ChatGPT's predictions of actual matching (i.e., the exchange of contact information) were not only on par with those of human judges who had access to the same information but also incremental to speed daters' own predictions. Drawing on the Brunswik lens model, our findings also offer insights into how ChatGPT arrives at its judgements. Specifically, they suggest that its predictions can be explained by a combination of common content dimensions (e.g. the valence of the conversation) as well as more complex conversational dynamics (e.g., the use of humor, common interests or aligned values). While we found substantial overlap in the social cues utilized by ChatGPT and human raters, not all of these cues were valid predictors of matching. This suggests that both humans and LLMs rely on shared but imperfect heuristics when judging romantic attraction.

Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) is a common congenital anomaly requiring early diagnosis to minimize invasive treatments. This study evaluates Lebanese pediatricians' knowledge of DDH risk factors, screening methods, and treatment strategies, comparing their practices to American and European guidelines to propose screening recommendations. A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted using a confidential questionnaire to assess Lebanese pediatricians' knowledge and practices regarding DDH. Contact information for pediatricians was obtained from the Lebanese Order of Physicians. Out of 600 emailed and 100 distributed questionnaires, 263 responses were received, and data were analyzed using proportion tests. Of the 263 respondents (19.9% response rate), 84% routinely ordered radiographs at 4 months, while only 0.4% followed recommended guidelines. About 50% performed hip stability tests (Barlow and Ortolani) at 6 months, and 78.32% recommended the Pavlik harness for post-6-month treatment. Additionally, 97% valued periodic reminders about DDH. Significant gaps were identified in training on risk factor identification, physical examination procedures, imaging indications, management of abnormal findings, and treatment choices. The study highlights a critical training gap in DDH screening among Lebanese pediatricians. Implementing routine neonatal screening aligned with international recommendations is essential to reduce delayed diagnosis and its associated economic burden. Improved education and training on DDH screening and treatment are crucial for early detection and better patient outcomes.

Patients suffering from cancer can benefit from a timely integration of palliative and end-of-life care. In the literature different approaches are discussed that can be used by health care professionals (as proxies) to determine cancer patients in need for specialist palliative care. Until now data on comparing different tools is scarce. This study compared published methods for detecting patients with advanced and incurable cancer in need for specialist palliative care. Data of three hundred and sixteen patients with incurable cancer-collected during a study validating the German version of a screening tool based on NCCN guidelines (Glare) - were used for secondary analysis. The data were used to test the performance of different tools in detecting patients with palliative care needs: two disease-specific classifications (Gaertner, Benthien), the Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group Performance Status (ECOG), the Surprise Question, as well as a combination of the Surprise Question and the German NCCN tool and the Surprise Question and the ECOG score. To quantify which tool performed best, survival, Integrated Palliative Outcome Scale (IPOS - staff version) (one or more items ≥ 3), and the information of a preexistent contact to palliative care served as indicators of real SPC needs in this patient group. The combination of Surprise Question and the German NCCN Screening tool showed a sensitivity between 71.5%-94.3% and specificity between 56.0%-91.3%, while the combination of Surprise Question and ECOG score had a sensitivity between 37.4%-75.7% and specificity between 86.2%-100%. Benthien's classification performed a fair sensitivity (74.8%-91.5%) and a weak specificity (27.3%-39.4%), whereas the guidelines by Gaertner showed high sensitivity (92.2%-100%), but very low specificity in all standards (0.0%-9.9%). While the combination of the Surprise Question and the German NCCN screening tool showed the best results in terms of sensitivity and specificity overall, a combination of the Surprise Question and ECOG score proved to be highly specific and as time-efficient in identifying patients in need of SPC, which may be beneficial.

• Superquadric particle tribocharging is simulated in a horizontal-bend-vertical pipe. • Higher charge in non-spherical particles arises from enhanced P-P/W contacts. • Charge and drag force distributions and contact information are analyzed. • Effective discharge points are identified for different particle shapes and phases. • Wall erosion is intensified with superquadric particles at deeper bend locations. Triboelectric charging, resulting from repeated particle-particle (P-P) and particle-wall (P-W) interactions, critically affects process safety and efficiency, yet remains insufficiently understood. This study presents a numerical investigation of tribocharging in a horizontal-bend-vertical pipe using our recent combined Computational Fluid Dynamics-Discrete Element Method (CFD-DEM) model, which is capable of modeling impact and frictional charging for various particle shapes. Dense- and dilute-phase conveying of non-spherical particles is simulated to assess charge evolution, wall erosion, gas-solid flow behavior, and P-P/W contact information. Charge mitigation strategy is explored, and pipe erosion under various particle shapes is also evaluated. Results reveal strong shape-dependent charging characteristics. Prolate particles achieve the highest equilibrium charge due to their elongated shape, which enhances P-P charge transfer, while oblate particles charge rapidly via extensive wall contact. Charge accumulation is amplified at bends, where secondary flows increase collision frequency and intensity. Shape-dependent drag forces and flow patterns show that particle layering and suspension govern triboelectric behaviors. Numerical results further show that strategically placing discharge points upstream of bends in the dense phase and downstream of bends in the dilute phase can substantially mitigate charge buildup. Additionally, pipe erosion intensifies with the presence of non-spherical particles. Maximum erosion occurs in deeper bend areas with non-spherical particles in the dense phase, while erosion distributions become similar in the dilute phase. A single charging cycle has a negligible impact on tribocharging-induced pipe erosion. This study offers insights into complex bend phenomena that can facilitate industrial applications.

Veterans enrolled in both Veterans Affairs (VA) health care and Medicare Part D can choose to obtain medications through the VA, Medicare Part D, or both, with each option differing in cost, coverage, and coordination of care. Poorly informed choices can lead to veteran frustration when their expectations are not met, delays in medication access, and increased risks. This study aimed to develop a decision aid (DA) to help veterans with diabetes make informed choices about medication sourcing (ie, whether to fill medications through VA health care only, Part D only, or both). DA development was guided by the International Patient DA Standards and the Ottawa Decision Support Framework. Interviews with veterans and care partners informed the prototype design. Alpha testing with 18 end users (mostly veterans) and 12 stakeholders (pharmacists, doctors, payers, Medicare counselors, and others) assessed comprehensibility, usability, and acceptability. During beta testing, the feasibility of the revised DA was assessed during interviews with 20 end users and 8 stakeholders. For end-user interviews, a survey assessing decisional conflict, satisfaction, and knowledge was provided before and after respondents filled out the DA. Alpha testing feedback led to simplifying the cost and formulary comparison chart and expanding the medication list template to include more medications, fill location, and prescriber contact information. Based on beta testing responses (n = 16), the mean system usability scale score for the DA was 77.5 (SD = 14.4), suggesting usability. Beta testers also reported the DA to be acceptable in length (94%), balance (88%), and amount of information (81%). Based on pre- vs post-DA survey responses, decisional conflict was reduced, as indicated by an increase in the mean Sure of myself; Understand information; Risk-benefit ratio; Encouragement (SURE) score (pre-DA: 3.1, SD = 1.4 to all 16 respondents reporting a maximum SURE score of 4.0). Knowledge about VA and Medicare coverage of diabetes medications also improved: the proportion who answered all 5 comprehension questions correctly increased from 57% to 81%. Last, the proportion of respondents who reported being "very satisfied" with how they were currently filling their diabetes medicines (VA only, Part D only, or both) improved from 64% pre-DA to 81% post-DA. The DA developed iteratively was usable and acceptable and showed potential in reducing decisional conflict, increasing knowledge, and increasing satisfaction, so it may help Part D-enrolled veterans with decisions about medication sourcing.

Radiation Therapy Documentation Deficiencies in Cancer Survivorship Documents.

ABSTRACT Counselors are newly eligible to enroll as providers in the Medicare program as of January 1, 2024, yet little is known about their preparedness to work with Medicare beneficiaries and related training experiences. This gap in the literature inhibits our understanding of historical and current counselor education practice, thereby preventing us from identifying strengths and weaknesses in counselor training practices and preparation among current Medicare‐enrolled mental health counselors (MEMHCs). Participants were recruited from a publicly available database of MEMHCs in conjunction with contact information from state licensure boards. This study examined training experiences of 333 MEMHCs who enrolled during the first year of Medicare eligibility. Using hierarchical multiple regression, we also explored whether graduating from a CACREP‐accredited program, time since graduation, and perceived preparedness to work with older adults or people with disabilities at the time of graduation predicted gerontological counseling competency and attitudes toward practice with people with disabilities. Time since graduation predicted gerontological counseling competency and perceived preparedness at the time of graduation predicted gerontological counseling competency with a moderate effect size ( f 2 = 0.171). Only perceived preparedness at the time of graduation predicted attitudes toward practice with people with disabilities with a small effect size ( f 2 = 0.107). Our results suggest that perceived preparedness at the time of graduation may be especially salient in MEMHCs’ perceived competencies and attitudes toward practice later in their careers. Counselor education programs may therefore need to more intentionally integrate these topics into their curricula. However, more information is needed about current practices.

Federal policy changes, including restrictions on research topics and proposed National Institutes of Health (NIH) budget reductions, may affect perceptions of career stability among early-career biomedical researchers. To evaluate how NIH K awardees perceive the effects of federal policy on research career stability and intentions to pursue independent NIH funding. In this cross-sectional survey study, an anonymous online national survey was administered from April 15 to May 27, 2025, via REDCap using contact information from the NIH RePORTER database. All principal investigators were holding individual mentored K awards initially funded between 2019 and 2025. Data were analyzed from June 11, 2025, to February 11, 2026. Self-reported perceptions of recent federal policy changes affecting research funding and institutional support. The main outcome was perceived likelihood of remaining in science and significant funding disruptions measured via an online national survey. Secondary outcomes included perceived institutional support and the likelihood of applying for R01-equivalent funding. Of 6118 K award recipients, 1904 respondents representing all NIH institutes completed the survey (adjusted response rate, 34%); 1230 (65%) identified as women and 366 (19%) identified as underrepresented in biomedical research by race, ethnicity, or disability. A total of 1819 (96%) reported that federal policy changes negatively affected the stability of their research careers. Compared with 1 year prior, 988 (52%) believed they were somewhat less likely and 341 (18%) much less likely to continue conducting research. Significant funding disruptions were reported by 343 (18%). Postdoctoral researchers were more likely than associate professors to report being much less likely to stay in science (adjusted odds ratio [aOR], 2.57; 95% CI, 1.35-4.88; P < .001). Respondents identifying as disabled (aOR, 2.21; 95% CI, 1.38-3.54; P < .001), American Indian or Alaska Native (aOR, 5.32; 95% CI, 1.01-28; P = .048), Black (aOR, 2.48; 95% CI, 1.52-4.05; P < .001), or Hispanic (aOR, 2.67; 95% CI, 1.78-3.98; P < .001) were more likely to report significant funding disruptions. A total of 506 respondents (27%) reported high institutional support; 523 of 1338 (39%) who had not yet applied for an R01 reported decreased likelihood of doing so. In this cross-sectional survey study of NIH K-award recipients, nearly all respondents reported a decrease in career stability, and many reported reduced intent to pursue independent NIH funding amid federal policy shifts. These findings indicate widespread perceived instability among early-career NIH-funded investigators.

Sliding electrical contact is a dynamic form of electrical contact. High-speed electrical contact sliding devices enable the transmission of electrical energy and signals during the sliding process, which are widely used in transportation, military, aerospace, and other fields. During operation, these devices often operate in harsh environments characterized by high voltage, high current, and strong magnetic fields, resulting in highly complex motion characteristics and patterns. To ensure normal operation and verify performance, a rational measurement and control system design is essential. This paper focuses on the research and feasibility verification of a measurement and control system for high-speed electrical contact sliding devices, with the main research contents as follows: Firstly, this paper elaborates on the current research status of control strategies and physical quantity measurement methods for high-speed electrical contact sliding devices. The trigger control of the pulse forming network during operation is critical to ensuring proper device functionality, requiring high control precision. This study emphasizes the analysis of commonly used slider speed measurement methods between rails and their working principles. Addressing the issue that existing speed measurement methods cannot accurately measure slider movement speed, this paper proposes a voltage-based speed measurement method. Secondly, a detailed analysis of the pulse forming network’s working principle is conducted, leading to the proposal of a high-precision control scheme and an antiinterference pulse signal transmission scheme. In addition, an integrated measurement and control system based on the main controller, signal conditioning, data acquisition, and host computer interaction was constructed. By optimizing the driving circuit and timer configuration, precise generation of multi-channel programmable pulse sequences and synchronous trigger signals was achieved, meeting the requirements for multi-module collaborative operation. A high-voltage isolation, filtering, and amplification integrated signal conditioning circuit was designed to realize multi-dimensional signal acquisition. Based on the LabVIEW platform, host computer measurement and control software was developed, enabling functions such as pulse parameter visualization, multi-channel trigger logic control, and real-time data storage and analysis. Finally, a high-speed electrical contact sliding device platform was designed and developed for experimental verification. The test data verified the system’s reliability, and analysis of the rail voltage data confirmed that the voltage-based speed measurement method can accurately measure the slider speed between rails.

Abstract The Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based Peace and Justice System aims to support our society with digital technology by assisting in creating solutions for tackling major social problems. Most communication today includes a wide variety of unknown (hereafter referred to as complaints) social issues addressed publicly, along with a social media platform (or similar). Additionally, the use of digital media can create issues with finding solutions that use non-digital means; therefore, locating the original sources of these complaints and general working towards resolving these issues can be both challenging and time-consuming. We believe that by analysing input data via AI and NLP, we will be able to extract or create solutions for many of the issues mentioned earlier in your statement. In developing this project, we developed four main modules to assist users with identifying complaints, determining opinions, and identifying disinformation. The Complaint Classification Module will help agencies by allowing the automated classification of user complaints into general classifications (e.g. cybercrimes; fraud/corruption (etc.) public order/a national security); this should reduce the time spent by both agencies and users retrieving, addressing and following up on all complaints. The second module uses sentiment analysis to determine the level of positive, neutral or negative sentiment expressed in an individual text; this helps assist users by providing agencies with another tool to measure and understand the level of satisfaction expressed by users in relation to their personal situation and the overall functioning of society. Through its Fake News Detection Tool, this project seeks to establish whether news articles are fraudulent, thereby helping to reduce the number of instances of disseminating false information over the Internet. Also, the Human Rights Chatbot assists users to learn about their rights as citizens, identify their local jurisdictions and obtain contact information for their local victim services to ensure everyone has equal opportunity to access these resources. In the end, this project presents a way to use artificial intelligence for a beneficial purpose; that is to help create a well-informed society, a more equitable and just society, and finally a society of responsible citizenship. Keywords: human rights, social awareness, peace, justice, user interaction system.

Donor notification and counseling after reactive screening for transfusion-transmitted infections (TTIs) are critical to transfusion safety and public health, yet practices in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC) remain inconsistent and poorly evaluated. A Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for scoping reviews-guided scoping review was conducted to map evidence on TTI-reactive donor notification and follow-up in LMIC. We searched PubMed, EMBASE, Scopus, and Web of Science for English-language studies published between January 2005 and June 2025. Eligible studies reported notification strategies, donor psychological factors, linkage-to-care outcomes, digital health interventions, or system-level integration. Data were extracted and narratively synthesized across 5 thematic domains, as mentioned in the "Results" section. Notification success and donor response varied widely. Telephone-based notification consistently achieved higher return rates than letters or text messaging, while replacement donors demonstrated lower follow-up than did voluntary donors. Stigma, fear, and inaccurate contact information were major barriers to counseling. Evidence on linkage to confirmatory testing and treatment was limited; digital health approaches were largely absent. No studies evaluated cost-effectiveness or workforce impact. Overall, TTI-reactive donor notification in LMIC remains fragmented, with critical gaps in digital innovation, psychosocial support, and linkage-to-care evaluation. Strengthening system-integrated, technology-enabled, culturally sensitive notification models is essential to improve donor and public health outcomes.

Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) can be managed conservatively; however, surgical treatment may be required in some cases. Laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy is considered the gold standard procedure, yet long-term data on patient satisfaction and quality of life remain limited. This study aimed to evaluate long-term satisfaction and quality of life outcomes in patients undergoing laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy. Patients who underwent laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy between 2000 and 2016 were invited to complete the validated French version of the Prolapse Quality of Life questionnaire and a self-assessment questionnaire. Preoperative and postoperative data up to one year after surgery were retrieved from medical records. Among patients with available contact information, 45.00% responded, with a mean follow-up of 16.32±4.98 years. Only 29.85% reported POP-related symptoms, and overall satisfaction reached 68.66%. Most Prolapse Quality of Life scores were below 50, indicating a low impact of POP on daily life. In terms of symptom impact, 34.33% of patients reported that constipation affected them a lot, followed by urge incontinence 26.87%, stress urinary incontinence 16.42%, and voiding difficulties 8.96%. Laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy provides durable functional results, with patients maintaining a good quality of life despite persistent POP symptoms. Although some bowel or urinary symptoms remain, overall satisfaction is high, confirming this procedure as a reliable long-term solution for POP management.

To examine the relationship between police contact and self-rated health of U.S. LGBTQ and non-LGBTQ people. Data were derived from an original nationally representative survey of both LGBTQ (N = 798) and non-LGBTQ (N = 652) adults fielded as part of the Policing the Rainbow study in August 2022. Multivariate linear regression models were used to test the study's hypotheses. Predicted self-rated general health scores were lower for all respondents who had police contact compared to those who did not. This was true of both LGBTQ and non-LGBTQ respondents, with some forms of police contact decreasing self-rated health more among LGBTQ people and some decreasing self-rated health more among non-LGBTQ people. Public health scholarship on LGBTQ people should consider criminal legal system contact as a social determinant of health outcomes and incorporate such insights into minority stress models.

An optimized contact map for GōMartini 3 enabling conformational changes in protein assemblies.

Approaches to screening and enrollment in clinical trials for seriously ill older adults in rural Appalachia.

This exploratory study assessed psychological distress of grandparents of children recently diagnosed with cancer within 2 years post-diagnosis. We examined changes over time, identified associated factors, and compared distress levels with a comparison group (grandparents of survivors). Grandparents were recruited via parents of children recently diagnosed with cancer (within 3 months). Survivors (3-10 years post-diagnosis) were asked to provide contact information of their grandparents (comparison group). Grandparents completed surveys at 3 (T1), 6 (T2), 12 (T3), and 24 months (T4) post-diagnosis. The comparison group completed a questionnaire once. Psychological distress was assessed using the Brief Symptom Inventory-18, with three subscales (depression, anxiety, somatization), and an overall score (Global Severity Index; GSI). Scores were T-standardized. We used linear mixed models to compare distress across time points and linear regressions for between-group differences (grandparents versus comparison group). Forty-one grandparents (mean age = 68 years, 59% female) of 20 patients participated. In the comparison group 133 grandparents (mean age = 72 years, 60% female) of 66 survivors (mean years post-diagnosis = 6.7, SD = 2.3) participated. GSI scores were all below normative values. Increases in GSI were observed from T1 to T2 (24%) and T3 to T4 (26%). Greater distance from the child's hospital was associated with lower GSI (β: -13.27, p = 0.033) and anxiety scores (β: -5.50, p = 0.017). Grandfathers reported higher levels of somatization than grandmothers (β: 4.00, p = 0.071). Older age was associated with lower anxiety (β: -9.86, p = 0.042). Although most grandparents reported psychological distress within normative ranges, distress levels increased in some. Targeted interventions might help support grandparents of children with cancer.

Despite the rapid increase in the proportion of unmarried women in the Chinese population, little is known about their sexual and reproductive health (SRH) and well-being. The aim of this survey is to collect data on SRH knowledge and needs, past care-seeking experiences, fertility goals and attitudes towards fertility technology among unmarried women in four megacities in China where singlehood is prominent among women of reproductive age. This multi-centre cross-sectional survey, Survey of Unmarried women on Reproductive health and Fertility (SURF), aims to recruit 6000 eligible women, with 1500 from each study site. Eligibility criteria include: (1) women; (2) aged 25-40 years; (3) currently unmarried (never married, divorced or widowed); and (4) reside in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen or Guangzhou metropolitan areas. Quota sampling is used to ensure the age strata in the final sample correspond to the age distribution from the latest Chinese census. Data are currently being collected through referral recruitment and a self-administered questionnaire available on the mobile devices and computers of participants. SURF has been approved by the Biomedical Ethics Committee of Peking University (institutional review board (IRB) number: IRB00001052-24040). Each participant receives comprehensive information about the objectives, procedure and data handling of the survey before proceeding to the questionnaire. Participants are also provided with the contact information of the principal investigator in case they have questions regarding the survey. Written informed consent is obtained before data collection starts. Participation is anonymous and no personal identifiers are collected. Findings from this survey will be disseminated through peer-reviewed journals and at scientific conferences.

Purpose This study aims to review the progress in friction and wear experimental research. Design/methodology/approach Initially, it elucidates the evaluation methodologies and classifications of friction and wear testing machines. Subsequently, it consolidates the prevalent methodologies and techniques used in friction and wear experiments, encompassing friction coefficient assessment, wear volume quantification and surface morphology inspection. The discussion then delves into the friction and wear characteristics of friction pair materials under various contact conditions – point contact, line contact and surface contact within diverse environments such as dry friction, lubrication, elevated temperatures and high pressures. This discussion includes the friction coefficient, material removal amount and surface morphology of the friction pair materials. Findings Friction and wear testing serves as a fundamental research methodology within the fields of materials science and mechanical engineering. Based on the distinct forms of contact between friction pairs, these tests can be meticulously categorized into three primary types: point contact, line contact and surface contact. These classifications not only reflect the diversity of geometric characteristics at the friction interface but also profoundly influence the complexity of friction and wear behavior as well as the depth of exploration into underlying mechanisms. This paper summarizes and synthesizes the wear mechanisms of materials and the evaluation of lubricants under varying environmental conditions and different frictional states. Originality/value This paper projects the future trajectory of friction and wear experimental research, pinpointing potential directions and focal points for upcoming investigations. This paper reviews the latest advances in friction and wear experimental research, providing a certain reference value for promoting research and applications in the field of friction and wear. Peer review The peer review history for this article is available at: https://publons.com/publon/10.1108/ILT-07-2025-0322/