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2024 Guidelines of the Taiwan Society of Cardiology on the Primary Prevention of Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease --- Part I.

Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) is one of the leading causes of death worldwide and in Taiwan. It is highly prevalent and has a tremendous impact on global health. Therefore, the Taiwan Society of Cardiology developed these best-evidence preventive guidelines for decision-making in clinical practice involving aspects of primordial prevention including national policies, promotion of health education, primary prevention of clinical risk factors, and management and control of clinical risk factors. These guidelines cover the full spectrum of ASCVD, including chronic coronary syndrome, acute coronary syndrome, cerebrovascular disease, peripheral artery disease, and aortic aneurysm. In order to enhance medical education and health promotion not only for physicians but also for the general public, we propose a slogan (2H2L) for the primary prevention of ASCVD on the basis of the essential role of healthy dietary pattern and lifestyles: "Healthy Diet and Healthy Lifestyles to Help Your Life and Save Your Lives". We also propose an acronym of the modifiable risk factors/enhancers and relevant strategies to facilitate memory: " ABC2D2EFG-I'M2 ACE": Adiposity, Blood pressure, Cholesterol and Cigarette smoking, Diabetes mellitus and Dietary pattern, Exercise, Frailty, Gout/hyperuricemia, Inflammation/infection, Metabolic syndrome and Metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease, Atmosphere (environment), Chronic kidney disease, and Easy life (sleep well and no stress). Some imaging studies can be risk enhancers. Some risk factors/clinical conditions are deemed to be preventable, and healthy dietary pattern, physical activity, and body weight control remain the cornerstone of the preventive strategy.

Pengalaman Penyintas Kekerasan Seksual dalam Komunitas Save Your Mental: Analisis Feminisme Gayatri Spivak

This research explores the experiences of sexual violence survivors within the Save Your Mental (SYM) community, addressing a subject that remains largely underexamined. The study employs Gayatri Spivak’s feminist theory, focusing on subalternity, discrimination, and social construction, which is rarely discussed in this context. Using a qualitative descriptive method with an inductive approach and multimethod framework, the research uncovers several key findings: The first participant endured sexual violence, including harassment and attempted rape by a cousin. A lack of trust and protection from her parents resulted in repeated instances of abuse. The second participant suffered domestic and sexual violence, as well as non-physical abuse, at the hands of her husband and mother-in-law, who restricted her from leaving the house, even for essential personal needs and those of her child. Both participants eventually transcended their subaltern positions, evolving into individuals who are more open and content. These findings highlight the crucial role of community support and the pressing need for societal reforms to safeguard and empower survivors. The study contributes to a broader understanding of how marginalized individuals navigate and resist systemic oppression.

“You Knit to Save Your Life”: Trauma and Textile in Ann Hood’s The Knitting Circle (2006)

This paper includes a hermeneutic revision of Ann Hood’s novel The Knitting Circle (2006), a text that has been scarcely approached from the perspective of literary theory and criticism. In order to carry out this analysis, particularly focused on its protagonist, the presuppositions of trauma studies are employed, especially the considerations of Laurie Vickroy, as well as the semiotics of the textile in terms of its discursive and collective potential. Through the prism of close reading, it is proposed that the textile activity (and, by extension, the community that is generated around it) fosters a process of psychological recovery that depends not only on the articulation of the traumatic event, but also on the forms of social experiencing established around that episode.

A Lesson for the Future: Will You Let Me Violate Your Privacy to Save Your Life?

COVID-19 was an unprecedented pandemic that changed the lives of everyone. To handle the virus’s rapid spread, governments and big tech companies, such as Google and Apple, implemented Contact Tracing Applications (CTAs). However, the response by the public was different in each country. While some countries mandated downloading the application for their citizens, others made it optional, revealing contrasting patterns to the spread of COVID-19. In this study, in addition to investigating the privacy and security of the Canadian CTA, COVID Alert, we aim to disclose the public’s perception of these varying patterns. Additionally, if known of the results of other nations, would Canadians sacrifice their freedoms to prevent the spread of a future pandemic? Hence, a survey was conducted, gathering responses from 154 participants across Canada. Next, we questioned the participants regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and their knowledge and opinion of CTAs before presenting our findings regarding other countries. After showing our results, we then asked the participants their views of CTAs again. The arrangement of the preceding questions, the findings, and succeeding questions to identify whether Canadians’ opinions on CTAs would change, after presenting the proper evidence, were performed. Among all of our findings, there is a clear difference between before and after the findings regarding whether CTAs should be mandatory, with 34% of participants agreeing before and 56% agreeing afterward. This hints that all the public needed was information to decide whether or not to participate. In addition, this exposes the value of transparency and communication when persuading the public to collaborate. Finally, we offer three recommendations on how governments and health authorities can respond effectively in a future pandemic and increase the adoption rate for CTAs to save more lives.

Impact of 2021 ESC Guidelines for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention on Hypertensive Patients Risk: Secondary Analysis of Save Your Heart Study.

Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are a leading cause of death worldwide, and several modifiable and unmodifiable risk factors contribute to this burden of disability and mortality. Thus, effective cardiovascular prevention relies on appropriate strategies to control risk factors within the frame of unmodifiable traits. We conducted a secondary analysis of treated hypertensive adults aged ≥50 years enrolled in Save Your Heart. CVD risk and hypertension control rates based on the 2021 updated European Society of Cardiology guidelines were evaluated. Comparisons with previous standards in terms of risk stratification and hypertension control rates were performed. Among the 512 patients evaluated, with the application of the new parameters for fatal and non-fatal cardiovascular risk assessment, the proportion of individuals at high or very high risk rises from 48.7 to 77.1% of cases. A trend towards lower hypertension control rates was observed based on 2021 European guidelines compared with the 2018 edition (likelihood estimate for difference: 1.76%, 95% CI -4.1 to 7.6%, p=0.589). In this secondary analysis on the Save Your Heart study, the application of the new parameters reported in the European Guidelines for Cardiovascular Prevention 2021 showed a hypertensive population with a very high probability of encountering a fatal or non-fatal cardiovascular event due to failure to control risk factors. For this reason, a better management of risk factors must be the main goal for the patient and all the involved stakeholders.

AN AUTOMATED SYSTEM TO SAVE YOUR LIFE

We are satisfied to introduce Save Your Life that will help the issues of patients assuming they can't get meetings with the specialists. This application is a stage to give assistance to the patients in having a superior discussion with the specialists. The patients would have to enlist themselves on the application. Everyday capacities like patient enrollment, checking blood donation center, overseeing affirmation, and by and large administration of different offices can be effectively performed with higher precision after the establishment of medical clinic applications. it is a coordinated mechanized framework planned and customized to manage everyday tasks and the executives of the medical clinic exercises. The program can take care of inpatients, short term patients, records, data set medicines, status sickness, billings in the drug store, and labs. In this project we will give the additional office to store the report in the information base and make it accessible from anyplace on the planet. The modules of the Save Your Life application are easy to use and simple to get to. It has a typical easy to understand interface having a few modules. The authorities can use these modules in their cycles with practically no problem and make the most ideal utilization of Save Your Life. Keywords: Doctor suggestion, Patient direct Communicate, Patient gave feedback, Hospitality, Administrator.

AIRA, an Artificial Intelligence Realistic Assistant that Will Save Your Time: Proof of Concepts

Background: AIRA is an AI designed to reduce the time that doctors dedicate filling out EHR, winner of the first edition of MIT Hacking Medicine held in Brazil in 2020.As a proof of concept, AIRA was implemented in administrative process before its application in a medical process. Aim: The aim of the study is to determinate the impact of AIRA by eliminating the Medical Care Registration (MCR) on Electronic Health Record (EHR) by Administrative Officer. Setting: The study was conducted at Hospital das Clinicas of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Sao Paulo (HCFMUSP)´s employee´s care center. Methods: This is a comparative before-and-after study following the guidance “Evaluating digital health products” from Public Health England. An Artificial Intelligence named AIRA was created and implemented at CEAC (Employee Attention Center) from HCFMUSP. A total of 25,507 attendances were evaluated along 2020 for determinate AIRA´s impact. Total of MCR, time of health screening and time between the end of the screening and the beginning of medical care, were compared in the pre and post AIRA periods. Results: AIRA eliminated the need for Medical Care Registration by Administrative Officer in 92% (p<0.0001). The nurse´s time of health screening increased 16% (p<0.0001) during the implementation, and 13% (p<0.0001) until three months after the implementation, but reduced in 4% three months after implementation (p<0.0001). The mean and median total time to Medical Care after the nurse’ Screening was decreased in 30% (p<0.0001) and 41% (p<0.0001) respectively. Conclusion: The implementation of AIRA reduced the time to medical care in an urgent care after the nurse´ screening, by eliminating non-value-added activity the Medical Care Registration on Electronic Health Record (EHR) by Administrative Officer. Funding Statement: Fundacao Faculdade de Medicina (FFM) for the costs of equipment, S.K.O. would like to thank Brazilian Council for Development of Science and Technology (CNPq) for grant PQ 308609/2018-2. Declaration of Interests: We wish to confirm that there are no known conflicts of interest associated with this publication and there has been no financial support for this work that could have influenced its outcome.

Reflections on the Registered Report Process for “Save Your Strokes: Handwriting Ineffective in Chinese Second Language Instruction”

Reflections on the Registered Report Process for “Save Your Strokes: Handwriting Ineffective in Chinese Second Language Instruction”

Can Your Smartphone Save Your Hearing?

Can Your Smartphone Save Your Hearing?

The Dispute of Statins and Cholesterol: Can Statins Save Your Life by Abating the Risk of Heart Disease?

The Dispute of Statins and Cholesterol: Can Statins Save Your Life by Abating the Risk of Heart Disease?

Signs, symbols and staying alive

De Lange reviews Can Graphic Design Save Your Life?, an exhibition of the works of several artists at the Wellcome Collection in London

‘Can Graphic Design Save Your Life?’ Exhibition Wellcome Collection 7 September 2017–14 January 2018

‘Can Graphic Design Save Your Life?’ An outwardly simple question is the title of the latest free exhibition from 7 September 2017–14 January 2018 at the Wellcome Collection, London. However, this ...

The Empowering Women Discharge Instruction Project

Empowering Women was implemented to provide postpartum patients with the highest level of evidence-based education available related to discharge. Information that identifies diseases and comorbidities that women are at risk for developing after discharge is a critical component of the program, With assistance from the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses and the Empowering Women project, we redesigned postpartum discharge instructions to include the high risk disease process. We distributed a Save Your Life flyer and educated women with handouts that outlined the importance of a healthy lifestyle, the need for a primary care physician in the presence of comorbidities, and statistical risk factors for cardiovascular disease and other medical conditions. We provided evidence-based education to mothers and their families. Our women's health specialty service team provided handouts and forms that describe cardiovascular disease risk during tours and pre-birth educational classes. Two women were readmitted, one with a deep vein thrombosis and one with a pulmonary embolism, and both said that our Save Your Life flyer was why they sought medical attention. In the United States, 50% of maternal deaths occur in the postpartum period; therefore, it is essential that women receive evidence-based discharge education to save lives.

Developing Save Your Food Kit (Sayofu Kit) to Support Inquiry, Improve Student Learning Outcomes at SMP Plus Hidayatul Mubtadiin and Public Awareness on Food Additives

Food additives are materials that can not be separated from the lives of students and the community. Based on the preliminary questionnaire, it indicates the lack of kit supporting material additives in some schools and communities. The research objectives of this development are (1) to develop Kit experiment (SAYOFU KIT) and supplementary books to improve student learning outcomes in the classroom and public awareness on food additives (2) to describe the feasibility and potential effectiveness of SAYOFU KIT developed (3) to analyze the practice of SAYOFU KIT and benefits for students and the community. This development study uses 4-D models Thiagarajan, et al (1974). Through some stages, they are: defining, designing, developing and disseminating which involes the students and community. The developed SAYOFU KIT includes additives sample kit, borax test kit, curcumin test kit, formaldehyde test kit, modification heater to the identification of dyes and dye test paper. The study is conducted at SMP Plus Hidayatul Mubtadiin, and TKIT Al Uswah. The products are validated by experts and education practitioners. Qualitative data processing uses descriptive method, whereas quantitative data by using the N-gain. The average yield of expert validation of SAYOFU KIT with supplementary books 76.50% teacher’s book and 76.30% student’s book are eligible. The average yield of 96.81% validation of educational practitioners criteria, piloting a small group of 83.15%, and 82.89% field trials are very decent. The average yield on the student questionnaire responses SAYOFU kit and supplementary book is 87.6% with the criteria very well worth it. N-Gain 0:56 cognitive achievement with the criteria enough. The results of the public poll showed 95% feel the benefits SAYOFU kits for testing food. Based from description indicates that SAYOFU Kit developed feasible, practical, useful to support inquiry learning and improve student learning outcomes as well as public awareness of food additives.

SPOTLIGHTS

SAVE your Sight – New Treatment for PCV Patients. APBN Interview with Roche Diagnostics. New Finding on Acne Pathogenesis: Interview with Dr. Anita Damodaran, The Pond’s Institute.

High throughput transfer technique: Save your graphene

The development rate of graphene-related research is tremendous. New methods of graphene growth and transfer are reported on a regular basis, trending towards large-scale. Nevertheless, the fabrication of high-yield and low-cost graphene devices is still challenging. In this work, we approach this problem from a technological point of view and propose a new, so-called “high-throughput transfer technique”. The technique allows a semi-automatic transfer of graphene films right at the desired places on a wafer. We demonstrate the applicability of our method by aligning 52 graphene devices on a 4-inch wafer using only 4 cm2 of graphene. The overall yield of this process is over 90%.

EYE ON CHINA

Clinical Genomics and its Exclusive China Partner BioChain Group Receive CFDA Approval for InSure® FIT™ in China. China-U.S. Team Uses Stem Cells in Cataract Treatment. Celsion Corporation Announces Launch of the OPTIMA Study in China. 3SBio's PEG-irinotecan Wins IND Approval from China FDA. New Zealand to Fund Joint Research Centers with China. Roche Receives China Food and Drug Administration (CFDA) Approval for the CINtec® PLUS Cytology Test to Help Prevent Women from Developing Cervical Cancer. Infographic: Cervical Cancer &amp; Human Papilloma Virus – What You Do Not Know May Save Your Life. Transgenic Monkeys for Autism Study in China - Featuring Dr. Zilong Qiu.

Gender Responsiveness of HIV/AIDS Awareness Program in Addis Ababa

A qualitative research method was employed to ascertain gender responsiveness of HIV/AIDS awareness education program by three Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)in Addis Ababa, Arada sub-city administration. The NGOs include the Save Your Generation Ethiopia (SYGE), Welfare for the Street Mothers and Children Organization (WeSMCO) and Integrated Service for AIDS Prevention and Support Organization (ISAPSO). Data were gathered from key informants and other experts in each NGO. The researchers transcribed, coded and interpreted the interview transcript to analyze thedata. The research questions set formed the basis for describing and interpreting the views, experiences and knowledge of the key informants on each question. Eventually, it was concluded that the HIV/AIDS awareness education program that the selected NGOs conducted under the above captioned sub-city administration was not gender responsive due to several reasons that include; time constraints as participants did not have enough time for the awareness education program that each of the selected NGO implemented; the selection of trainers was not based on fair gender selection; time suitability for implementing awareness education programs, selecting learning materials and using teaching methods did not consider the learning needs of both sexes; the selected NGOs were applying gender analysis method prior to the implementation of the awareness education program. Recommendations were also formulated.

This Song Will Save Your Life by Leila Sales (review)

This Song Will Save Your Life by Leila Sales (review)

Modeling Menaquinone 7 production in tray type solid state fermenter

Modeling Menaquinone 7 production in tray type solid state fermenter