The Role of Intermittent Fasting on Metabolic Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Intermittent fasting has gained popularity as a dietary intervention to improve metabolic health. Metabolic syndrome may benefit from intermittent fasting by improving weight, cholesterol levels, blood pressure (BP), and glucose control. This study aims to assess the effects of intermittent fasting on weight, BMI, cholesterol levels, BP, and glucose in individuals with metabolic syndrome.

Evaluation of Clinical Preventive Management Provided by Primary Healthcare Physicians Against Brucellosis in Saudi Arabia.

Background:  Brucellosis is among the most common zoonotic bacterial infections, leading to major public health consequences in endemic areas such as Saudi Arabia. Primary healthcare is crucial in controlling brucellosis, as it serves as the frontline for disease prevention, early detection, and appropriate management. However, enhancing the contribution of primary healthcare to the entire brucellosis notification process is necessary to minimize the underreporting and inadequate data collection, which hinders the implementation of effective control measures.