Duration and mode of delivery: Does maternal sleep matter?
Abstract Objective Poor sleep quality in late pregnancy has been identified as a risk factor for operative deliveries. In this study, we investigated the associations between maternal sleep throughout pregnancy and its impact on both the duration and mode of delivery.
Hilla Parttimaa +5 more
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The Effectiveness of Hands-On Practice Combined with Multimedia Education in Oral Hygiene Instruction for Adolescent Orthodontic Patients. [PDF]
Lin Q, Zheng Y, Chen Y, Lin Y.
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Abstract Objective Bacterial vaginosis, defined by Nugent score (Nugent‐BV), has been associated with preterm birth and other adverse pregnancy outcomes. However, few studies have longitudinally described the associations between Nugent‐BV and adverse pregnancy outcomes at varying times in pregnancy.
Daniel J. Erchick +15 more
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Redefining menstrual hygiene management with menstrual cups through <i>project Thinkal</i>; from self care to environmental resilience. [PDF]
Jayasree P, Hemachandran KS.
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Trends in Rheumatoid Arthritis Mortality Among Postmenopausal Women in the United States, 1999–2023
RA‐related mortality among U.S. postmenopausal women has markedly declined since 1999. Despite this overall progress, significant inequalities by race, region, and age highlight ongoing challenges in achieving equitable health outcomes. ABSTRACT Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) disproportionately affects postmenopausal women, who are at an increased risk of ...
Yuhui Zhao +4 more
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Diarrheal Illnesses and Their Association With Hygiene Practices and Food and Water Sources Among Domestic Pilgrims During the 2022 Hajj Season. [PDF]
Alrukban MO +6 more
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Rapid reconstruction of multidrug‐resistant bacterial genomes using CycloneSEQ nanopore sequencing
Multidrug‐resistant (MDR) bacteria commonly harbor highly complex genomes enriched with mobile elements and resistance islands, which are challenging to resolve using short‐read sequencing. Here, we evaluated CycloneSEQ, a newly developed Chinese nanopore sequencing platform, for MDR genome reconstruction.
Kai Peng +9 more
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Commentary on the association between toothbrushing behavior and cardiometabolic multimorbidity in aging populations. [PDF]
Akbiyik Az ZA.
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ABSTRACT Biofilm‐associated contamination and the presence of multiple pathogenic species on environmental and medical surfaces pose a major challenge in healthcare and hygiene management, contributing significantly to hospital‐acquired infections (HAIs).
Shanghui Gao +6 more
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