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Effect of Acute Heat Stress During Pod Filling on Seed Quality Traits in Lentil (Lens culinaris Medikus)

Legume Science, Volume 8, Issue 3, September 2026.
ABSTRACT Heat stress is an increasing threat to lentil production systems, yet its effects on seed quality traits remain poorly understood. This study evaluated seed quality responses of lentil genotypes grown under control and heat stress conditions across three seasons (2022–2024), with acute heat stress applied during the pod‐filling stage for 3 ...
Minhao Li, Adnan Riaz, Audrey Delahunty, Joe Panozzo, Garry Rosewarne, Hafiz Suleria, Ashley Wallace, Sukhjiwan Kaur   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Association between menstrual-related disorders and sexually transmitted infections: A nationwide cross-sectional study in Japan. [PDF]

PLoS One
Yoshihara T, Owada S, Arita H, Nakagomi A, Tanaka K, Ono Y, Yoshino O.   +6 more
europepmc   +1 more source

Emergency care use in early pregnancy and adverse maternal events at birth and up to 42 days postpartum among North Carolina Medicaid beneficiaries

Pregnancy, Volume 2, Issue 5, September 2026.
Abstract Objective Emergency care (EC) utilization can indicate unmet medical or social needs. In pregnancy, EC use may identify individuals at risk for adverse outcomes and highlight opportunities for intervention. This study examined the association between EC use in early pregnancy and adverse maternal events.
Emma Trawick, Lauren M. Kucirka, Mekhala V. Dissanayake, M. Kathryn Menard, Catherine J. Vladutiu   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Barriers and facilitators to service utilisation and management of sexually transmitted infections in India: a multicentric mixed-method approach study protocol. [PDF]

BMJ Open
Aggarwal S, Khandekar J, Banerjee B, Agarwal P, Paul S, Parashar M, Goel AD, Lakshmi PVM, Datkhile K, Naik BN, Goel M, Verma V, Rajan S, Das C, Nigam K.   +14 more
europepmc   +1 more source

Syphilis screening to follow‐up: Role of social determinants in pregnant patients visiting the emergency department

Pregnancy, Volume 2, Issue 5, September 2026.
Abstract Introduction Emergency departments (EDs) offer a critical opportunity to identify syphilis during pregnancy. However, patient factors that influence test uptake and follow‐up remain understudied. This study evaluates the role of social determinants of health (SDOH) in syphilis test completion and linkage to prenatal care among pregnant ED ...
Joe Haydamous, Madelyn Guerra, Selena Salazar, Rosa Burroughs, Kayla Evans, Laura Diab, Analuisa Mosqueda, Juan Camillo Padilla, Sabrina DaCosta, Cassandra Igbe, Mason Collie, Irene Stafford   +11 more
wiley   +1 more source

Spatial variability of soil properties in Kiltie watershed, Upper Blue Nile Basin, Northwestern, Ethiopia. [PDF]

Sci Rep
Denekewu GA, Meshesha DT, Adgo E.
europepmc   +1 more source

HIV Risk Perception Among Migrant Girl Head Porters (Kayayei) in Ghana

Public Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 3, September 2026.
This study examines HIV/AIDS risk perception among migrant girl head porters (Kayayei) in Accra, Ghana. Although most perceive AIDS as dangerous and fear infection, cultural beliefs, economic pressures and structural barriers shape their responses. Findings highlight the need for culturally responsive HIV interventions that strengthen self‐efficacy and
Sylvester Kyei‐Gyamfi
wiley   +1 more source

Sexual behavior of women who have sex with women. [PDF]

Rev Bras Ginecol Obstet
Cantelli DAL, Okano SHP, Brito LGO, Reis RM, Rosa-E-Silva ACS, Lara LADS.   +5 more
europepmc   +1 more source

Prevalence, Predictors and Sexual Health Correlates of Heavy Episodic Drinking Among Females of Reproductive Age in Ghana

Public Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 3, September 2026.
Using 2022 Ghana Demographic and Health Survey data from 15,014 females aged 15–49, HED prevalence was 2.1%. Older age, daily smoking and history of terminated pregnancy predicted HED. Multiple extra‐spousal sexual partners and genital discharge are key sexual health correlates. Integrated alcohol–sexual health interventions are recommended.
Christian Chukwuma Ndu, Chioma Shallom Ndu, Christa Osei‐Mensah, Adusei Bofa, Georgina Afoakwah   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

The Online Market for Healthcare Self‐Testing Kits: Benefits, Risks and Media Representation in the United Kingdom

Public Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 3, September 2026.
UK online media coverage (2019–2023, 59 articles) of private self‐testing kits was predominantly critical. Recognised benefits of autonomy and accessibility were outweighed by concerns over accuracy, inadequate regulation, poor follow‐up and psychological harm.
Jasmine Lee, Sebastian S. Fuller, Suneeta Soni, Emma Harding‐Esch   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source