Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsMedication Errors: Preventing Untimely DeathsCheryl Ann Alexander, Lidong WangMedication adverse events play a huge role in hospital deaths and morbidity in the US. This plays a large role in the public health of the US at large. Health education is a primary target for those taking medications. A quality assurance or improvement program that is appropriate to capture drug events and measure quality data is essential to prevent … …International Journal of Research in Nursing, Vol. 5, Issue 2 · 19 Jan 2015 · 6,954 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsAn Observational Study on the Prevalence of Sexually Transmitted Infections in Cheonan from 2017 to 2021Sun Jung Lee, Tae Su Jang, Jae Kyung KimAlthough the global incidence of sexually transmitted infections is increasing annually, there are few studies in Cheonan that have analyzed the frequency of infection by individual bacterial species by age since 2017. Therefore, in this observational study, we investigated trends in sexually transmitted infections in Cheonan, South Korea, since 2017. From January 2017 to November 2021, 3,297 specimens were obtained … …American Journal of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Vol. 20, Issue 2 · 17 Apr 2024 · 6,316 accessesView PDFCite
Review ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractVaccine Misinformation in the Digital Age: A Narrative ReviewOluwatobi AtibaConfidence in immunization has weakened across several regions over the past decade, and the circulation of inaccurate or misleading content about vaccines has accompanied, though not necessarily caused, the resurgence of vaccine-preventable infections. Adequate analysis cuts across immunology, behavioral science, communication research, and public-health practice. This narrative review draws on literature retrieved from PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Embase, … …American Journal of Infectious Diseases, Vol. 22, Issue 1 · 23 Sep 2026 · 586 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractKnowledge Evaluation of the One Health Approach in Ecuadorian Veterinary Medicine StudentsRoberto Bustillos-Huilca, Viviana Jimenez, Jessica Valdivieso-Tituana et al.Currently, the understanding of the One Health Approach among veterinary medicine students in Ecuador is necessary to ensure human, animal, and environmental health. This study aimed to assess students’ knowledge of the One Health Approach and its relevance in their academic training, providing the first nationwide evaluation of this concept among veterinary students in Ecuador. An online cross-sectional study was … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 21, Issue 1 · 4 May 2026 · 1,768 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractPrevalence and Determinants of Antibiotic Use by the Elderly in Marrakech, MoroccoNaima Aoutil, Mohamed Cherkaoui, Mohamed BouskraouiAntibiotics are essential for the prevention and treatment of bacterial infections; however, their inappropriate use among elderly populations poses serious risks, including the emergence of multidrug-resistant organisms. Antimicrobial resistance has become a critical global public health challenge, with irrational antibiotic use being one of its primary drivers. In Morocco, data on antibiotic use among older adults remain scarce, particularly regarding … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 26, Issue 1 · 13 Apr 2026 · 1,365 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractSocial Isolation and Suicidal Ideation Among University Students in Enugu State, Nigeria: A Qualitative PerspectiveCollins Chukwunonso EzeaUniversity students face growing mental health challenges, yet social isolation as a contributor to suicidal ideation remains understudied in Nigeria, particularly from the perspectives of students themselves. Understanding how isolation influences suicidal thinking is essential for designing context-sensitive interventions within Nigerian higher education environments. Despite a global rise in suicide among young adults, existing literature remains largely Western-centric, offering limited … …Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 21, Issue 1 · 23 Dec 2025 · 3,430 accessesView PDFCite
Review ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractBrucellosis Management in Dairy Cattle Farms: Reviewing Programs and Addressing Challenges in Iranian Dairy Cattle FarmsMaryam Dadar, Jamal GharekhaniBrucellosis, a zoonotic infection caused by Brucella species, remains a significant public health issue, affecting both animal and human health and the economy globally. This review focuses on brucellosis in dairy cattle farms in Iran, examining its prevalence, distribution, and control strategies. A systematic review of studies from databases like PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar found that Brucella abortus biovar … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 20, Issue 2 · 25 Aug 2025 · 5,199 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractBurden of Early Pregnancy and Reach of Cash Incentive Scheme for Promoting Institutional Delivery in IndiaAnjali Srivastava, Priyanka Ribhu, Purujit PraharajThe burdenof early pregnancy and high out-of-pocket costs necessitate the use ofinstitutional care, qualified medical staff, and financial incentives to boostthe quality of maternal health services. In response, the Indian governmentintroduced the Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) scheme in2005, which offers cashtransfers to underprivileged women using public health facilities for childdelivery. Using the data from the National Family Health Survey-5 and … …Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 21, Issue 1 · 5 Jun 2025 · 6,906 accessesView PDFCite
Review ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractThe Impact of Di-2-Ethylhexyl Phthalate (DEHP) in Focus on the Reproductive System and Toxicity in Rat or Mammalian ModelVenkataramanaiah Poli, Srinivasulu Reddy MotireddyAbsalan, F., Saremy, S., Mansouri, E., Moghadam, M. T., Moghadam, A. R. E., & Razie, G. (2016). Effects of Mono-(2-Ethylhexyl) Phthalate and Di-(2-Ethylhexyl) Phthalate Administrations on Oocyte Meiotic Maturation, Apoptosis and Gene Quantification in Mouse Model. Cell Journal, 18(4), 503–513. https://doi.org/10.22074/cellj.2016.4717 Acevedo‐Rodriguez, A., Kauffman, A. S., Cherrington, B. D., Borges, C. S., Roepke, T. A., & Laconi, M. (2018). Emerging … …American Journal of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Vol. 19, Issue 1 · 6 Jun 2024 · 12,990 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractCompliance with Standard Precautions Among Nurses in Buraidah Health Care Settings. Buraidah, Saudi ArabiaAbdulaziz Mohammed Alharbi, Amen Ahmed Bawazir, Hassan NondoThis study was designed to determine the knowledge, compliance, and self-efficacy of standard precautions among nurses in Buraidah healthcare settings in Saudi Arabia. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 420 qualified nurses with over one year of working experience in the selected health setting. A structured self-administered questionnaire was used for data collection, including sections related to knowledge, compliance, and … …American Journal of Infectious Diseases, Vol. 19, Issue 3 · 7 Oct 2023 · 6,863 accessesView PDFCite