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Examining Influenza Vaccination Patterns Among Young Adults with Asthma: Insights into Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices
(Dove Medical Press Ltd, 2023)Purpose: Asthma is a major chronic disease of all ages, globally. Exacerbations are a significant problem for asthmatic patients. Despite advances in asthma management and efforts to identify asthma triggers, viral infections ... -
Factors associated with children's dietary patterns during COVID-19 pandemic lockdown: a multinational study across Middle Eastern Arab Nations
(Mahidol University - ASEAN Institute for Health Development, 2023)This study investigated the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Middle Eastern Arab children’s eating habits, body weight, lifestyle, physical activity, sleeping hours, use of smart electronic devices, and mental health. ... -
Fabrication, organoleptic evaluation and in vitro characterization of cream loaded with Carica papaya seed extract
(John Wiley and Sons Inc, 2023)Objective: The current study aimed to provide preliminary insights into potential biopharmaceutical applications of Carica papaya seed extract by evaluating its phytochemical and biological profiles. Furthermore, the study ... -
Behavioral dualism of endophytes in plant-microbe interaction and their diverse applications - a review
(Slovak University of Agriculture, 2023)Microbes are harmful as well as beneficial for the human, plants and environment. Plant-microbe interaction array depicts both mutualism and pathogenesis. This dual nature of microbes depends on their surrounding abiotic ... -
Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment Potential of Stearic Acid Nanoparticles of Quercetin in Rats
(American Chemical Society, 2023)This study aims to assess the anti-inflammatory potential of stearic acid nanoparticles of quercetin in an arthritic rat model. This article describes the fabrication of solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs) using the hot melt ... -
A narrative review of approved and emerging anti-obesity medications
(Elsevier B.V., 2023)Background: Recently, many drugs have been approved for halting overweight and obesity—few types of research shifted to using Anti-obesity medications (AOM) solely for well-being and shape-keeping. Objective: This narrative ... -
Impact of Processing and Preservation Methods and Storage on Total Phenolics, Flavonoids, and Antioxidant Activities of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.)
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2023-10)Very few studies have thus far evaluated the impact of various processing and preservation techniques (blanching, frying, freezing, dehydration, and sun drying) on the levels of total phenolics, flavonoids, and antioxidant ... -
Effect of Dietary Fiber Supplementation on Metabolic Endotoxemia: A Protocol for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2023-10)Introduction: Metabolic endotoxemia (ME) is the main cause of sub-clinical chronic inflammation, which subsequently triggers the onset of several chronic diseases. However, recent reports have indicated that dietary fiber ... -
The Prevalence of Stimulant and Nutritional Supplement Usage Among Students at Abu Dhabi Universities in Gyms
(North American Business Press, 2023-10-13)University students in Abu Dhabi used stimulants and nutritional supplements at gyms. The study pinpointed variations based on the variables (years of practice, education level, age, and gender) and other. 512 male and ... -
Multi-Method Analysis of Histopathological Image for Early Diagnosis of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Using Deep Learning and Hybrid Techniques
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2023-11)Oral cancer is a fatal disease and ranks seventh among the most common cancers throughout the whole globe. Oral cancer is a type of cancer that usually affects the head and neck. The current gold standard for diagnosis is ... -
Factors influencing pharmacists' participation in continuing education activities in the United Arab Emirates: insights and implications from a cross-sectional study
(BioMed Central Ltd, 2023-12)Background: Continuing professional development (CPD) is essential for pharmacists to maintain and enhance their knowledge and skills. The purpose of this research was to collect data about the perception of pharmacists ... -
The flavonoid luteolin reduces mutant huntingtin aggregation and cytotoxicity in huntingtin-mutated neuroblastoma cells
(Elsevier B.V., 2023-12)Background: Huntington's disease is an inherited progressive neurodegenerative disorder caused by an expansion of the polyglutamine tract leading to malformation and aggregation of the mutant huntingtin protein in the cell ... -
Exploring knowledge, attitudes, and practices towards artificial intelligence among health professions’ students in Jordan
(BioMed Central Ltd, 2023-12)Introduction: The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in medical education and practice is a significant development. This study examined the Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) of health professions’ students ... -
Evaluation of anticancer potential of tetracene-5,12-dione (A01) and pyrimidine-2,4-dione (A02) via caspase 3 and lactate dehydrogenase cytotoxicity investigations
(Public Library of Science, 2023-12)Cancer stands as a significant global cause of mortality, predominantly arising from the dysregulation of key enzymes and DNA. One strategic avenue in developing new anticancer agents involves targeting specific proteins ... -
Development and Characterization of Thiolated Cyclodextrin-Based Nanoparticles for Topical Delivery of Minoxidil
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2023-12)Purpose: The aim of this research was to prepare adhesive nanoparticles for the topical application of Minoxidil (MXD). Methods: Thiolated β-CDs were prepared via conjugation of cysteamine with oxidized CDs. MXD was ... -
Apolipoprotein E Genetic Variant and Blood Lipid Responses to Plant Sterols: A Systematic Review and Pooled Analysis of Clinical Trials
(Korean Society of Food Science and Nutrition, 2023-12)Plant sterols/stanols are effective cholesterol-lowering agents. However, it is unclear whether the apolipoprotein E (ApoE) genetic variants influence it. We investigated whether ApoE genetic variants modulate the responses ... -
Relation between myostatin levels and malnutrition and muscle wasting in hemodialysis patients
(PubMed ID, 2023-12-20)BACKGROUND AND AIM: Malnutrition is one of the most troublesome comorbidities among hemodialysis patients (HD). Myostatin (MSTN) belongs to the transforming growth factor-β superfamily. In HD patients, MSTN effects are not ... -
Cytotoxicity, Antioxidant Activity and Phytochemical Screening of Four Euphorbia Species from Jordan
(Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Benin, 2023-12-31)The current study was designed to reveal the main groups of secondary metabolites in the methanol (M) and acetone (A) extracts from four Euphorbia species from Jordan. The extracts of these species were also tested for ... -
An epidemiological model for analysing pandemic trends of novel coronavirus transmission with optimal control
(Taylor and Francis Ltd., 2024)Symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals play a significant role in the transmission dynamics of novel Coronaviruses. By considering the dynamical behaviour of symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals, this study examines ... -
Exploring Undergraduate Nursing Students’ Perceptions on Clinical Learning Environment in the UAE: A Focus on Perceived Benefits and Challenges
(SAGE Publications Inc., 2024)Introduction: Establishing a supportive clinical environment is paramount for enhancing nursing students’ engagement in clinical practice, their clinical proficiencies, and satisfaction. The increase in nursing student ...