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The development of contraceptive vaccines [PDF]

open access: yes, 2002
The use of vaccination as a means of controlling fertility was established during the last decade with the publication of a successful Phase II trial demonstrating the efficacy of this approach to family planning.
Delves, PJ
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Natural contraceptive use in a modern population: correlates, fertility timing and efficacy among users in Moldova

open access: yes, 2012
This thesis investigates the dynamics of natural contraceptive method use in a low fertility setting in contemporary Eastern Europe. Natural contraception was one of the key drivers of European fertility transition and still accounts for a large ...
Lyons-Amos, Mark James
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Esterified Cholesterol Conjugates Enable LNP‐Mediated mRNA Delivery to the Blood–Brain Barrier Following Intravenous Administration

open access: yesAdvanced Materials, EarlyView.
A cholesterol‐conjugated lipid library enabled the identification of a ligand‐free LNP platform for efficient mRNA delivery to brain endothelial cells via systemic administration. This platform achieves selective BBB targeting without disrupting barrier integrity, and enables modulation of neuroinflammation and vascular function without requiring trans‐
Zeru Tian   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

The impact of oral contraceptive initiation on young women's condom use in 3 American Cities: Missed opportunities for intervention [PDF]

open access: yes, 2014
Purpose: To describe women's condom use and assess predictors of consistent condom use and dual method use in the 6 months after the initiation of oral contraception (OC). Methods: We conducted a planned secondary cohort analysis among women less than 25
Sharon Edwards   +14 more
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Modulation of miR‐23b Wnt/β‐catenin Axis Strengthens Endothelial Barrier Properties

open access: yesAdvanced Science, EarlyView.
Early blood‐brain barrier (BBB) disruption contributes to stroke and CNS disease pathology. miR‐23b was identified as a regulator of BBB integrity in brain endothelial cells. Inhibition of miR‐23b enhanced barrier‐associated properties, promoted repair‐related signaling, and reduced BBB leakage in experimental stroke models, supporting further ...
Victor Anthony Martinez   +16 more
wiley   +1 more source

Who is Being Saved Least by Family Planning Providers?A Study of Modern Contraceptive Use in Ghana,Tanzania and Zimbabwe [PDF]

open access: yes, 2004
\ud This study was conducted to identify the poorest and other vulnerable sub-groups being served least by family planning providers. The study was set in three countries in sub-Saharan Africa, namely, Ghana, Tanzania and Zimbabwe.
Madice, Nyovani, Clements , Steve
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Contraceptive decision-making in India [PDF]

open access: yes, 2023
Women’s contraceptive decision-making continues to be at an all-time low in both urban and rural areas.
Ojha, Manini, Babbar, Karan
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Assessment of Pregnancy Intention and Its Related Factors among Females Attending the Antenatal Clinic [PDF]

open access: yesLiaquat National Journal of Primary Care
Background: The intention of pregnancy is considered one of the major factors contributing to the foetal or maternal outcome. An exploration of the magnitude of this problem and its related factors can lead to improved foetal or maternal health ...
Nida Arif   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Lactiplantibacillus Plantarum GUANKE Alleviates Allergic Asthma by Restricting Monocyte‐to‐DC Differentiation Via Microbiota‐Associated IAA

open access: yesAdvanced Science, EarlyView.
Lactiplantibacillus plantarum GUANKE remodels the indigenous gut microbiota and is associated with microbiota‐dependent restoration of circulating IAA. IAA treatment attenuates JAK3‐STAT3 and Jag1‐Notch4‐Hey1 signaling and reduces CX3CR1+Ly6C− monocytic precursor generation and pulmonary CD11b+ DC accumulation, together with reduced Th2 inflammation ...
Yujia He   +10 more
wiley   +1 more source

An exploration of social determinants of health in relation to contraceptive use among young adults [PDF]

open access: yes, 2022
Background: Low and inconsistent contraceptive use in young adults leads to increased unintended pregnancies. Prior research primarily focused on individual-level influences such as contraceptive attitudes and beliefs, with little consideration of social
Bhochhibhoya, Shristi
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