Introduction Diabetic foot osteomyelitis (DFO) poses a serious threat to the quality of life and survival of patients, and systemic antibiotic therapy is effective and plays a pivotal role in the ...

Objectives To identify and assess the social support interventions provided to caregivers of older adults with dementia. By ...

Introduction The prevalence of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) may be as high as 38% in the adult population with potential serious complications, multiple ...

Introduction This is the fourth phase of a longitudinal cohort study (2022–2023) to investigate the health and well-being of UK serving (Regulars and Reservists) and ex-serving personnel (veterans) ...

Objectives To use a community-based participatory research (CBPR) design to explore local community behaviours and stakeholders’ challenges in engaging communities in dengue prevention behaviours in ...

Background Atypical Haemolytic Uremic Syndrome (aHUS) is a rare but life-threatening thrombotic microangiopathy. If inadequately managed, aHUS can lead to progressive kidney failure, cardiovascular ...

Introduction Clinical learning is the crucial element of undergraduate nursing education, with preceptors playing a pivotal role in bridging theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Their clinical ...

Background Stroke is a leading cause of disability among older adults worldwide, often resulting in significant physical, cognitive and emotional impairments that require long-term care. With ageing ...

Introduction Poor menstrual health and unmet menstrual needs influence several aspects of adolescent girls’ lives, including their educational outcomes. However, evidence on menstrual health needs and ...

Introduction Long-term psychodynamic/psychoanalytic psychotherapy (LTPP) is a prevalent treatment option for complex mental disorders. Yet, little is known about the ...

Objective To address clinical uncertainties about the effectiveness and safety of long-term antibiotic therapy for preventing recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) in older adults. Design ...

Introduction Postoperative sleep quality is generally impaired in elderly patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty. Decreased postoperative sleep quality seriously affects postoperative recovery.