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The Prevalence of Depression Among Students with Nursing Major in Iran Using the Beck Questionnaire: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Background and Objectives: Depression is one of the most prevalent mental disorders among students associated with a major decline in academic and social performance. This study was carried out to determine the prevalence of depression in Iran's nursing students. Methods: the research was conducted as a systematic review and meta analysis, all published scientific articles related to the prevalence of depression in nursing students were searched in 5 databases (Web of Science, Scopus, PubMed, SID, Magiran) and Google Scholar search engine and then their quality was evaluated. The heterogeneity of the studies was investigated using the I2 index and meta-regression model to evaluate heterogeneity-prone variables at a significance level of 0.05. Ultimately, 9 articles met the criteria for inclusion in this study and were analyzed using Comprehensive Meta-Analysis (CMA) software. Results: Based on the random model, the prevalence of depression in Iranian nursing students was equal to 3.2% (2.1 – 4.5; 95% confidence level). Results showed that the highest prevalence of depression in nursing students was 6.2% (5.3-7.1; 95% confidence limit) in Sistan and Balochestan province in 2004, while the lowest prevalence was 0.8% (0.5-1.2; confidence limit 95%) in Esfahan and Qom provinces in 2016. Also, there was a significant relationship between the calendar year, sample size, average age, and prevalence of depression in Iranian nursing students (P<0.05). Conclusion: The results showed that the prevalence of depression in nursing students was 3.2%, which decreased with the increase of the calendar year and average age. Nevertheless, policymakers and managers must take measures to reduce depression.

Prevalence of and factors associated with formula feeding among mothers with infants 0-6 months of age in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Inconsistent results have been reported regarding the prevalence of and factors associated with formula feeding in Ethiopia. This study aimed to determine the pooled prevalence of and factors associated with formula feeding among mothers with infants 0-6 months of age in Ethiopia. A comprehensive systematic search was conducted across 3 databases (PubMed, EMBASE, and ScienceDirect) and the Google Scholar search engine to identify relevant studies published up to April 2, 2024. After assessing the quality of each study using the Joanna Briggs Institute Critical Appraisal Checklist for Prevalence Studies, data were independently extracted by 2 authors using pre-designed forms in an Excel spreadsheet. Any disagreements were resolved through discussion and consultation with additional authors. Statistical heterogeneity across studies was assessed using the I2 statistic. A random-effects meta-analysis was used to pool the proportions, due to high heterogeneity, while a fixed-effect meta-analysis was used to pool associated factors with low heterogeneity. A sensitivity analysis was performed to assess the potential impact of outlier studies on the overall estimates. Five studies, with a combined sample size of 2344 participants, were included. The pooled prevalence of formula feeding was 34.0% (95% CI: 23.0%, 44.0%). Factors significantly associated with formula feeding included cesarean delivery (POR [pooled odds ratio] = 4.72, 95% CI: 3.32, 6.71) compared with vaginal delivery, a positive attitude toward formula feeding (POR = 2.26, 95% CI: 1.45, 3.53) compared with a negative attitude, initiation of breastfeeding more than 1 hour after delivery (POR = 2.27, 95% CI: 1.25, 4.13) compared with initiation within 1 hour, and receiving information about formula feeding from friends or family (POR = 2.47, 95% CI: 1.46, 4.20) compared with receiving information from health-care professionals. The prevalence of formula feeding in Ethiopia is significant. Cesarean delivery, a positive attitude toward formula feeding, late initiation of breastfeeding, and receiving formula feeding-related information from friends and family were positively associated with formula feeding. Given these findings, the authors recommend that public health interventions in Ethiopia target these key determinants to decrease the high prevalence of formula feeding practices observed in the country. Strategies addressing factors such as promoting vaginal delivery, improving attitudes toward breastfeeding, encouraging early breastfeeding initiation, and limiting the influence of social networks on formula-feeding decisions may be beneficial.

Risks of greater incidence in the occurrence of work accidents and occupational diseases: a bibliographic review

Introduction: the term occupational risk can be defined as the possibility that a worker suffers a certain injury derived from his workObjective: to argue the importance of the prevention of work accidents and occupational diseases based on risk control and compliance with international standards.Methods: A narrative bibliographic review was carried out, the search for information was carried out through the Google Scholar search engine in databases such as Scopus and Scielo, as well as in institutional thesis repositories, to guarantee access to applied studies with scientific validity. The terms used "occupational risk", "work accident", "occupational diseases" allowed access to more than 40 articles on the subject and 19 articles in Spanish were selected from official websites and with demonstrated credibilityDevelopment: occupational risks can be of chemical, psychological, biological, physical and ergonomic origin. There are risks in every workplace, so it is vitally important to provide and use personal protective equipment to protect the different parts of the body, thus avoiding direct contact with the different risk factors that may affect safety and health and thus avoid any type of injury, fracture or fall. In addition, each company must have a minimum plan for the prevention of occupational risks, with different matrices.Conclusions: it is essential for companies to have better systems for recording and reporting work accidents and occupational diseases, since adequate information is essential to establish priorities and improve the design of prevention strategies.

Common Questions and Misconceptions About Energy Drinks: What Does the Scientific Evidence Really Show?

Energy drinks are a commonly consumed beverage, and studies suggest a possible performance-enhancing effect. A Google Scholar search using the keywords "energy drinks" and "exercise" yields numerous results, underscoring the voluminous research on this topic. However, there are questions regarding the effectiveness and safety of energy drinks. These questions include, but are not limited to: (1) What are the main active ingredients in energy drinks? (2) Do energy drinks assist in weight management? (3) Do energy drinks enhance aerobic performance? (4) Do energy drinks enhance athletic speed? (5) Do energy drinks improve reaction time? (6) Do energy drinks enhance lean tissue mass? (7) Can energy drinks improve cognitive performance? (8) Does the acute consumption of energy drinks elevate resting energy expenditure? (9) Is there any evidence to suggest that energy drinks are more effective than an identical serving of caffeine alone? (10) Are there sex differences in the response to energy drink consumption? (11) Do energy drinks affect sleep or sleepiness? (12) Should pregnant women avoid energy drinks? (13) Do energy drinks adversely affect cardiovascular function? (14) Does consuming energy drinks cause brain damage? (15) What are other safety considerations regarding energy drinks? (16) Is there any evidence to suggest that energy drinks are more effective than an identical serving of caffeine alone? (17) If caffeine is the main active ingredient in energy drinks and coffee, why is there a discrepancy in the adverse events reported for each? To address these questions, we performed an evidence-based scientific evaluation of the literature on energy drink supplementation.

COMPARISON OF UV-VIS SPECTROPHOTOMETRIC AND HPLC METHODS IN THE ANALYSIS OF RETINOIC ACID AND HYDROQUINONE CONTENT IN FACE CREAMS: A LITERATURE REVIEW

UV-Vis spectrophotometry and HPLC are commonly used for the analysis of hydroquinone and retinoic acid, as both instruments offer a combination of accuracy, sensitivity, and ease in detecting and quantifying these compounds. UV-Vis is quick and simple to detect the content of materials based on light absorption, while HPLC is superior in separating and analyzing compounds in complex mixtures with high precision. The purpose of this literature review is to compare UV-Vis Spectrophotometry and HPLC methods for analyzing hydroquinone and retinoic acid, and a comparison was performed by examining method validation data between UV-Vis spectrophotometry and HPLC. The method applied involves a review of various related research journals, utilizing the Publish or Perish application using the Google Scholar and Semantic Scholar search engines. The results and conclusions of this study recommend HPLC as the method of choice for the identification of harmful substances, such as retinoic acid and hydroquinone, in face creams. Keywords: retinoic acid, hydroquinone, face cream, uv-vis spectrophotometry, HPLC

Resolution of Nonspecific Low Back Pain in Athletes with Core Stability Exercises: A Systematic Review

Abstract Background: Complaints of nonspecific low back pain (NSLBP) have been reported by several athletes, which consequently affects their sports performance. The integration of local trunk muscles and sensory processes necessary for stability and reducing back pain can be impacted using core stabilization exercises. The current review aims to synthesize evidence that evaluates the effect of core stability exercises (CSE) in athletes with NSLBP. Materials and Methods: The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines were used to conduct this systematic review. The Physiotherapy Evidence Database and various electronic databases in the English language, such as PubMed, the Cochrane Library, Google Scholar, and other search engines, were searched for relevant research that had been published between 2018 and 2022. Results: Out of 18,016 studies on the initial search, 16,766 studies were removed because they were duplicates, ineligible by automation tools, and after title screening. An abstract review was done for the remaining 1250 studies. Five articles were initially included in this systematic review but eventually, in 2022, one of the articles was retracted from the public domain. Four full-text randomized controlled trials on core strengthening in athletes with NSLBP were assessed for eligibility and were included in this qualitative review. Conclusions: The findings from the included studies indicate that CSE significantly reduces pain intensity and disability, thereby playing a crucial role in the management of NSLBP. CSE should be considered when managing NSLBP in athletes, with a potential for even greater benefits when combined with other therapies.

Global prevalence of constipation during pregnancy: a systematic review and meta-analysis

BackgroundConstipation is a common complication and an unpleasant experience during pregnancy. Due to hormonal factors, intestinal movements decrease during this time, causing the digestive system to malfunction. This study aims to explore the worldwide prevalence of constipation during pregnancy to prevent and minimize its complications.MethodResearchers conducted a meta-analysis of published data on the prevalence of constipation in pregnancy. The articles, which covered the period 1966 to 2024, were collected by searching Embase, PubMed, Scopus, Science Direct, Wos, and the Google Scholar search engine. The initial search was conducted on July 21, 2024, and the final update was made on August 10, 2024.ResultsThirteen studies were identified to determine the prevalence of constipation during pregnancy. The results show that the global prevalence of constipation throughout pregnancy is 32.4%, with the first trimester at 21.1%, the second trimester at 34%, and the third trimester at 30.3%.ConclusionAccording to a study, constipation is most common during the second trimester of pregnancy and the least common during the first trimester. Further research on the causes of constipation and prevention methods can help decrease its prevalence during pregnancy. Therefore, it is important to provide educational interventions on nutrition and encourage moderate physical activity during pregnancy to reduce the occurrence of constipation.

Dietary diversity and its associated factors among adolescent girls in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis

BackgroundEven though fragmented and inconsistent findings have been reported in Ethiopia, adolescence is a period of rapid growth following infancy and is severely affected by micronutrient deficiencies, food insecurity, and poor-quality diets. Therefore, the aim of this meta-analysis was to estimate the pooled prevalence of dietary diversity and its associated factors among adolescent girls in Ethiopia.MethodsInternational databases such as EMBASE, Hinari, Scopus, PubMed, Google Scholar, and direct Google searches were systematically used to search for articles and reports. The Newcastle-Ottawa Scale, modified as appropriate, was used for cross-sectional studies to assess the quality of the included articles and reports. A Microsoft Excel sheet was used for data extraction and then exported into STATA version 17 for further analysis. The pooled prevalence of dietary diversity was estimated using a random effects meta-analysis approach. Egger’s and Begg’s tests were employed to evaluate publication bias.ResultsThe pooled prevalence of minimum dietary diversity among adolescent girls in Ethiopia was 43% (95% CI: 30, 56) with significant heterogeneity (I2 = 99.2%, p = 0.00). Urban residence (OR: 2.46), mother being a government employee (OR: 2.31), attending a private school (OR: 6.24), adolescent having formal maternal education (OR: 4.49), adolescent having formal paternal education (OR: 3.26), father being a government employee (OR: 3.50), father being a merchant employee (OR: 2.51), middle family wealth index (OR: 1.76), household food security (OR: 3.96), receiving nutrition counseling (OR: 2.46), and higher meal frequency (OR: 7.35) were significantly associated with minimum dietary diversity.ConclusionThe pooled prevalence of dietary diversity among adolescent girls was low. Factors significantly associated with achieving minimum dietary diversity included urban residence, higher parental education and employment in government, private school attendance, household wealth, food security, receiving nutrition counseling, and higher meal frequency. These findings emphasize the need to improve dietary diversity among rural adolescent girls and food insecure households. Establishing nutrition counseling services could enhance understanding and skills related to a varied diet.

The Role of Allergies in Outcomes Following Shoulder, Knee, and Hip Arthroplasty: A Review

Introduction The incidence of joint arthroplasty continues to rise globally with an aging population. There have been significant improvements in clinical outcomes and survivorship for shoulder, knee, and hip arthroplasty over the last few decades. Given the increasing incidence, significant emphasis has been placed on optimizing complication and revision rates after surgery. Allergies have become a recent area of focus in understanding patient risks for negative outcomes following arthroplasty. Methods A PubMed and Google Scholar search was performed to identify articles pertinent to the article topic. The keywords covered a comprehensive range of topics such as metal, antibiotic, and food allergies in addition to surgical interventions such as anatomic, reverse, and hemiarthroplasty. The literature review was performed independently by two authors and organized into an outline by a third author. Information relating to clinical outcomes, complication rates, and revision rates were extracted from the relevant articles. Results Preliminary research has been mixed; some studies suggest there is no significant disparity in outcomes based on number and type of allergies. However, other studies suggest there are higher rates of complications and worse clinical outcomes in patients with allergies. A key area of interest is the role that allergies may play in increasing the risk of postoperative infections in arthroplasty patients. Allergies remains an area of focus among shoulder, hip, and knee arthroplasty surgeons as they continue to optimize outcomes for patients. Conclusions Further research needs to be performed to better understand the relationship between allergies and outcomes following arthroplasty. While current research is mixed, there is enough literature suggestive of a relationship that this area merits an increased focus. An improvement in the understanding between allergies and postoperative outcomes will help improve patient satisfaction following arthroplasty.

Environmental Fate and Sustainable Management of Pesticides in Soils: A Critical Review Focusing on Sustainable Agriculture

Pesticides are inevitable agrochemicals employed as plant protection agents and their application follows good agricultural practice (GAP). Although pesticides are primarily used for plant protection purposes, the residual pesticides may pose a threat to the next crops and/or off-target biota. Another important aspect of applied pesticides is the transformation into toxic metabolites. As a result, misuse or overuse of pesticides can lead to raised residual uncertainty, hidden risk of transformed metabolites, and potential risk to off-target biota. As per pesticide safety guidelines, regulations for the maximum limit of residual pesticides, addressing toxic metabolites derived from parent pesticides, and managing the potential risk of pesticides for off-targets are considered vital components. Despite the countable number of studies that have already been published on pesticide fate, residual risk, and metabolism in soils and plants, several vital research gaps remain untouched. In this study, the vital research gap of pesticide fate and transport is explored through vital keyword searches, followed by sorting of relevant articles using scholarly search engines. According to the study outcomes, residual uncertainty, secondary pollution, diversified fate and transport, and toxic metabolites, including their persistence, were detected as key research pitfalls. Thus, this paper critically addresses the current trends and research gaps and suggests specific recommendations for pesticide fate and potential risk studies.

A Systematic Review of Trauma Informed Care in Substance Use Settings.

Trauma-informed care as an organisational intervention has gained increasing attention in recent years. Substance use settings may be overrepresented with service users who have experienced trauma and adversity. This systematic review will examine the effectiveness of trauma -informed care as an organisational intervention from an implementation perspective. The preferred reporting items for systematic review and meta-analyses (PRISMA) guidelines were followed. Three databases were searched; Academic Search Complete, Embase, and Scopus, supplemented with a Google Scholar search. Articles were included if they were peer reviewed in the English language from inception to February 2024 and reported on trauma- informed care in substance use settings with an implementation context. Quality appraisal was conducted with the Mixed Method Appraisal Tool. This systematic review of trauma-informed care with implementation domains in substance use settings included (N = 15) studies of varying quality; studies were classified as low quality in (n = 5), moderate in (n = 1) and high in (n = 6). Studies reported positive findings on reductions in substance use, and reductions on mental health and trauma symptoms, and treatment retention across community and residential settings. While satisfaction with services provided was also highlighted as an outcome for service users and employees. The results further highlight the importance of the role of leadership across implementation domains, and the possibility of using the 10 trauma informed implementation domains in different treatment contexts as a framework to support implementation. Findings in this review are mapped onto these 10-trauma- informed care implementation domains and reported as a narrative synthesis. Trauma- informed care is a promising organisational wide intervention with the potential to improve outcomes for service users and employees. Implementation can be supported by using the 10 trauma- informed care implementation domains described in this review. However, most of the studies were qualitative and quantitative descriptive meaning drawing causal inferences is difficult. As such, further research should be undertaken.

Association Between Temporomandibular Disorders and Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Scoping Review.

Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) encompass various clinical conditions associated with the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and the masticatory muscles. TMD symptoms include pain in the orofacial region, restricted or altered mandibular movement, and sounds associated with the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). This condition adversely affects quality of life, social functioning, and daily activities, and may also contribute to widespread pain syndromes and comorbidities, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is a common chronic functional disorder of the lower gastrointestinal tract, characterized by recurrent abdominal pain associated with impaired bowel symptoms. Previous studies indicate an association between TMD and IBS. This scoping review examined the correlation between TMD and IBS concerning their pathology, frequency, and severity, and the potential similarities in how the nervous and endocrine systems influence them. PubMed, SCOPUS, Web of Science, and Google Scholar search engines were utilized to identify suitable studies for this article. Following the application of selection criteria, a total of 58 clinical papers met the eligibility requirements for inclusion in the systematic review. Research showed that both conditions significantly enhance the development of one another and have mutual comorbidities. Both ailments were proven to modify central nervous system processing, leading to high comorbidity in patients. Combining dental and gastroenterological treatments, including a simultaneous therapeutic approach, can significantly enhance patients' quality of life, but further research is needed for a holistic approach.

Prevalence of molecular markers of chloroquine resistance in malaria parasites in East Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Malaria is a serious global public health problem, which is caused by genus Plasmodium. Resistance of the human malaria parasite to antimalarial drugs is a public health concern in malaria endemic countries. Chloroquine is resistant for both P. vivax and P. falciparum. Chloroquine resistance is understood throughout all of Africa's P. falciparum endemic regions. Molecular markers play a crucial role in tracking and understanding the prevalence of antimalarial drug resistance. Currently, there is inadequate information on the prevalence of molecular markers of chloroquine resistance in malaria parasites. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to determine the pooled prevalence of molecular markers of chloroquine resistance in malaria parasites in East Africa. Systematic search was performed to retrieve articles from PubMed, Scopus, Science Direct, and the Google Scholar search engine. Twenty potential studies that provided important data on markers of chloroquine resistance in malaria parasites were systematically reviewed and analyzed. Five antimalarial drug resistance markers of chloroquine resistance were extracted separately into Microsoft Excel and analyzed using STATA 17.0. The Inverse of variance (I2) was done to evaluate heterogeneity across studies. The funnel plot and the Egger's test were used to determine the existence or absence of publication bias. A trim-and-fill meta-analysis was carried out to generate a bias-adjusted effect estimate. A random effect model was used to determine the pooled prevalence of molecular markers associated with chloroquine resistance in malaria parasites. Subgroup analysis was performed based on country and year of publication. A total of 20 studies were included for this systematic review and meta-analysis. The molecular markers like K76T, 76T, N86Y, Y184F, and 86Y were selected for meta-analysis. From this meta-analysis, the pooled prevalence of K76T, 76T, N86Y, Y184F, and 86Y was 34.5 %, 47.3 %, 43.8 %, 58.3 %, and 29.2 %, respectively. After adjusting for publication bias, the estimated pooled prevalence of K76T, 76T, N86Y, Y184F, and 86Y were 34.5 %, 47.3 %, 43.8 %, 58.3 %, and 29.2 %, respectively. Meta-analysis showed a significant difference in all molecular marker prevalence like K76T and 86Y among studies on year of publication except 76T, N86Y, and Y184F. In addition, the meta-analysis showed a significant difference in all molecular marker prevalence like K76T, 76T, N86Y, Y184F, and 86Y among studies at the country level. The findings of this systematic review and meta-analysis concerning the molecular markers of chloroquine resistance of malaria parasites in East Africa revealed a significant prevalence of antimalarial drug resistance markers of chloroquine. As a result, continued surveillance and monitoring of the prevalence of molecular markers of chloroquine resistance, identification and limitation of drug-resistant malaria parasite strains, and development of new antimalarial treatments are required to guide malaria treatment policies, interventions, control, and elimination of malaria worldwide.

Scientific Misconduct in Biomonitoring Measurement of Workers Exposed to Chemical Hazard and Impact in Workplace Policy

Background: Scientific integrity is a cornerstone for ensuring reliable outcomes in toxicology and environmental health, particularly in biomonitoring practices used to assess chemical exposure among workers. Despite advancements in analytical methods, inconsistencies in data collection and interpretation can lead to flawed conclusions, impacting health assessments and regulatory policies. Ethical challenges, such as data manipulation and selective reporting, undermine public trust and jeopardize worker safety.Methods: This study conducted by literature review in October 2024 using Google Scholar and PubMed search engine to identify ethical issues and challenges in biomonitoring related to occupational health and regulatory policies. Relevant literature was analysed to understand the ethical considerations in biomonitoring practices and their implications on workplace policy.Results: Inconsistencies in scientific integrity significantly affect biomonitoring, resulting in misinterpretations and weak safety policies. The absence of standardized biomarkers and uniform sampling methodologies complicates exposure assessment. Inaccurate data can lead to misguided policies, endangering worker safety and diminishing public trust in regulatory frameworks.Conclusions: The integrity of biomonitoring is crucial in shaping effective occupational health policies. Reforms are needed to address ethical challenges in biomonitoring through clear standards and enhanced transparency. By ensuring accurate and ethical data, occupational health policies can better protect workers from chemical hazards.

Vaccination Communication Strategies and Uptake in Africa: A Systematic Review.

Background: African countries experience high rates of infectious diseases that are mostly preventable by vaccination. Despite the risks of infections and other adverse outcomes, vaccination coverage in the African region remains significantly low. Poor vaccination knowledge is a contributory factor, and effective communication is crucial to bridging the vaccination uptake gap. This review summarises vaccination communication strategies adopted across African countries and associated changes in vaccine uptake. Methods: A systematic search was conducted in five bibliographic databases between 2000 and 2023 and supplemented with an additional Google Scholar search. Studies with data on vaccination communication and uptake in the English language were considered. A narrative synthesis was performed, and findings were presented in text and tables. Findings: Forty-one studies from fourteen African countries met the inclusion criteria. Several communication strategies were implemented for 13 different vaccines, mainly childhood vaccines. Mass campaigns and capacity building were the most common strategies for the public and health workers, respectively. Community-based strategies using social mobilisation effectively complemented other communication strategies.Overall, vaccination uptake increased in all countries following vaccination communication interventions. Barriers and facilitators to optimising vaccination communication at systemic and individual levels were also identified. Key barriers included lack of vaccine information, access issues, and high cost, while facilitators included improved vaccine education, reminders, trust-building initiatives, and community involvement. Conclusions: This review highlights effective vaccination communication strategies implemented across Africa as well as systemic and individual barriers and facilitators influencing vaccination uptake. The findings can inform strategies for vaccination communication and campaign planning to improve vaccination coverage in Africa.

The Use of AI In Digital Transformation Ethics and Public Relations Strategies

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) has become a significant trend in various sectors, including in public relations practice. This research aims to examine the ethics and strategies of using artificial intelligence in public relations practice. The research method used in this research is qualitative, which is based on literature review studies; data was collected from the Sinta Journal, Scopus, and Garuda Ristek Dikti databases. The scope and focus of the article search apply explicitly to the topic of ethics and Artificial Intelligence-based strategies using search queries based on the Google Scholar search engine. Supporting data comes from books and other relevant reference sources. The research results highlight the importance of maintaining balance and diversity of data and maintaining its confidentiality by applicable privacy regulations. Strategically, AI can help parse text to accurately identify public sentiment, improve interactions withchatbots and virtual assistants, and use recommendation systems based on browsing history or user interactions. The practical implications of this research emphasize the need for PR practitioners to develop transparent and responsible policies for managing data processed by AI, as well as ensuring its use is in line with organizational communication goals and to improve relations with the public. There are also opportunities for further research into the ethical and strategic implications of the use of AI in PR, as well as the development of more sophisticated methods for applying this technology in organizational communications contexts.

Two fast algorithms for computation of h-index

Despite its many limitations, h-index is one of the popular productivity indicators used by many scholarly indexing databases and search engine tools. Apart from indicating scientific and inventive productivity at individual level, it can be used for other actors such as journals, institutions, countries and assignees. Though h-index is relatively simple to compute than most of the h-type indicators for a single actor profile, efficient algorithms are always useful to manage large databases or repositories that require handling and frequent updating of large number of such profiles. However, there are very few attempts to improve the computation of h-index. In this work, we introduce two new estimation-based algorithms for computation of h-index on sorted profile and compare it with two existing approaches using (1) the real dataset of scholarly profiles of 50 eminent researchers in the area of information science and scientometrics, (2) a real dataset of 4177 scholars with h-index greater than 100 and (3) three sets of simulated profiles of actors. Both the algorithms are found to be performing better than their existing counterparts. Furthermore, we attempt to provide guidelines for the choice of strategies to implement these algorithms to ensure maximisation of speed.

Ethnopharmacological Insights into Diabetes Management: Exploring Medicinal Flora of Shivalik range of Himalaya in Uttarakhand

Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder which is commonly found life-threatening disease and it continuously reducing the life expectancy. It is characterized by hyperglycaemia (raised blood sugar level) resulting from defects in insulin secretion, action, or both. Since thousands of years, medicinal plants are being used by our ancestors for the prevention, treatment or even cure the diabetes mellitus. Utilization of these herbal plants is increasing rapidly last two to three decades due to their lesser toxicity and cost effectiveness property as compared to synthetic drugs. In this review, approximately 30 medicinal plants were described which are native to India and traditionally used by the people living in shivalik range of Himalaya in Uttarakhand (specially Dehradun & Haridwar) for the treatment of diabetes mellitus. The data about these plants was collected from science direct, PubMed, web of science, scopus, mdpi, google scholar and different other search engines and websites. This review was conferred in a systematic way as it includes botanical name, family, vernacular name, parts used and pharmacological uses of plants in a tabulated form. There are various scientific evidences behind the uses of some medicinal plants which have been mentioned along with the summary of individual medicinal plant. In this review, all the plants and herbs are easily available in these regions of Uttarakhand and local people traditionally uses these plants as vegetable, seasoning, flavouring and usually consume as a part of their diet. There are some limitations of phytotherapy which limit it to completely replace the allopathic therapy as less bioavailability, less rate of absorption and slow rate of dissolution. But by using various advanced dosage forms (phytosomes, neosomes, liposomes, nanoparticles, nanobubbles, nano diamonds, nanosphere etc.) and method of delivery (various invasive and non-invasive methods) which can bypass these all problems associated with the potency and efficacy of phytochemicals.

Factors Influencing User Satisfaction While Using Health Dashboard in Asia: A Rapid Review of the Evidence

Despite having many dashboards to display large-scale real-time data in this big data era, there is a shortage of user-friendly dashboards in Asian countries, indicating the importance of examining the factors that make a dashboard effective. This literature gap in dashboard usage has created the ground for this rapid review. This study followed a Google Scholar and PubMed search for a rapid review of 8 health-related dashboard articles taken from 33 articles following the step-by-step screening process, where some critical exclusion and inclusion criteria were maintained. The first finding of this study is that there are a few relevant articles available in Asian countries that match the inclusion criteria of the study focusing on usability and user satisfaction while using health-related dashboards. The second finding is that user satisfaction is one of the essential components for any effective health-related dashboard. The third finding considers easy-to-use, relevant, and accurate content, the right object to display data, an interactive dashboard, increased work efficiency, simplicity, patient care, and data quality as the factors of a user-friendly health-related dashboard. Finally, this study revealed that the dashboard on the web and different access levels have better usability.

Boosting community engagement: Leveraging the ward health system approach for enhanced HPV vaccination acceptance in Nigeria.

Rationale The efficacy of vaccination programs, particularly for diseases like HPV, hinges on widespread acceptance and uptake within communities. However, vaccine hesitancy and inadequate healthcare infrastructure pose significant barriers to achieving optimal vaccination coverage in Nigeria. Recognizing the pivotal role of community engagement in overcoming these challenges, this study aims to explore the potential of leveraging the ward health system (WHS) to enhance HPV vaccination acceptance in Nigeria. Objective The primary objective of this study is to assess the impact of community-based approaches facilitated by the WHS on HPV vaccination demand and acceptance in Nigeria. Specifically, the study seeks to evaluate the effectiveness of ward development committees (WDCs) in mobilizing communities, addressing vaccine hesitancy, and fostering positive attitudes towards HPV vaccination. Method A comprehensive search strategy using various scholarly search engines and sources was employed to gather relevant material. Keywords such as “Boosting Community Engagement” and “Leveraging Ward Health System Approach” guided the search process. Methodical content analysis was used to examine the texts, focusing on identifying emerging trends in community engagement related to HPV vaccination. Discourse analysis further explored the linguistic features of scholarly publications to reveal implicit content through critical thinking. This rigorous approach aimed to extract trustworthy data aligning with the study’s goals, providing a robust foundation for enhancing HPV vaccination strategies in Nigeria. Results The results of the study provide comprehensive insights into the effectiveness of community-based interventions facilitated by the WHS in driving HPV vaccination demand and acceptance. Quantitative data offer valuable information on vaccination coverage rates and factors influencing vaccine acceptance, while qualitative findings provide deeper insights into community perceptions and the role of the WHS in addressing vaccine hesitancy. Conclusions Based on the findings, conclusions drawn regarding the effectiveness of leveraging the WHS to enhance HPV vaccination acceptance in Nigeria. The study highlights the importance of community engagement and the potential of the WHS in overcoming barriers to vaccination uptake. Recommendations The study conclude with recommendations for policymakers, healthcare providers, and community leaders on strategies to optimize the role of the WHS in promoting HPV vaccination acceptance. Recommendations include strengthening WDC functionality, enhancing community outreach efforts, and fostering partnerships to support vaccination programs. Significance Statement This study holds significance as it addresses a critical gap in understanding the role of community-based approaches, particularly through the WHS, in promoting HPV vaccination acceptance in Nigeria. By providing evidence-based insights and recommendations, the study aims to inform policy and practice, ultimately assisting Nigeria in achieving universal health coverage and better health outcomes.