Student Anxiety and Stress Related to Needlestick/Sharps Injuries in Dental Clinics
ABSTRACT Purpose/Objective This study explored how the threat of needlestick/sharps injuries affects stress and anxiety among dental, dental hygiene, and dental assisting students in accredited US programs. It also aimed to identify contributing factors and assess potential educational interventions.
Lindsey C. Billing, Marisa A. Cornewell
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A Rare Case of Anti-CASPR2 Encephalitis as the Presenting Manifestation of Hepatitis B Virus Infection. [PDF]
Pattnayak S +4 more
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ABSTRACT Introduction Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) remains a major cause of cancer‐related mortality worldwide, and postoperative recurrence continues to limit long‐term survival. Liver‐resident natural killer (NK) cells are key effectors of antitumor immunity in the hepatic microenvironment. Interleukin‐37 (IL‐37), an anti‐inflammatory cytokine, has
Yuki Imaoka +10 more
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ZO-2 determines cell membrane localization of receptor NTCP and supports hepatitis B virus infection. [PDF]
Nishitsuji H +8 more
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Trends in hospitalizations for vaccine‐preventable diseases in the United States from 2014 to 2024
Abstract Background and Objectives Vaccination rates have declined in recent years, resulting in outbreaks of vaccine‐preventable diseases (VPDs) among children. We aimed to evaluate VPD hospitalization rates from 2014 to 2024 and to report associated trends in outcomes including intensive care utilization, mortality, readmissions, and costs.
Nathan M. Money +5 more
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Maternal and infant growth outcomes following preconception antiviral therapy in chronic hepatitis B virus infection: A retrospective cohort study. [PDF]
Tao XR, Gao SJ, Jia J, Han G.
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The aim of this study was to explore radiography students' knowledge, attitudes, and practice (KAP) relating to infection prevention and control (IPC) in the use of contrast media injectors in the computed tomography (CT) setting. Radiography students demonstrate varied comprehension of IPC regarding contrast media equipment within CT environment, and ...
Dania Abu Awwad +4 more
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Cytokine gene polymorphisms and susceptibility to chronic hepatitis B virus infection in familial clusters from Iran: a cross-sectional study. [PDF]
Aghcheli B +9 more
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Abstract Background Metabolic dysfunction‐associated steatohepatitis (MASH) is associated with altered intestinal permeability, allowing microbial products to translocate to the liver via the enterohepatic circulation and contributes to disease progression. The aim of our study was to evaluate the association between probiotic supplementation and serum
Bruna Concheski de Moura +10 more
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Acute Hemorrhagic Leukoencephalitis With Active Hepatitis B Virus Infection: A Case Report. [PDF]
Mirg S +9 more
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