The purpose of the current study was to investigate the potential ameliorating murine reproductive effects of herbal tea extracts against bisphenol A-induced (BPA) cytotoxicity. A comparative study was applied among red, green and blue teas in mice groups. Samples were coded as RTE, GTE and BTE groups, respectively.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAn intelligent transportation system (ITS) offers commercial and personal movement through the smart city (SC) communication paradigms with hassle-free information sharing. ITS designs and architectures have improved via information and communication technologies in recent years. The information shared through the communication medium in SCs is exposed to adversary risk, resulting in privacy issues.
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December 2024
Background/purpose: Rural adults and children are at higher risk for overweight and obesity. However, there are relatively few lifestyle modification programs available for these high-risk families, mainly because of the difficulty in reaching them. This mindfulness-based motivational interviewing (MM-based-MI) pilot aimed to improve parents' healthy eating index (HEI), collective family efficacy, family satisfaction, perceived stress, and depressive symptoms as well as parent-child dyads' eating patterns, physical activity (PA), and body mass index (BMI).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBereavement, the experience of losing a loved one, significantly affects emotional, psychological, and physical wellbeing. Assessing the quality of end-of-life care and the bereavement experiences of family members is crucial for improving healthcare services. The CANHELP Lite Bereavement Questionnaire, a validated tool for evaluating end-of-life care from bereaved family members' perspectives, needs cultural adaptation for non-English-speaking contexts.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThis research article presents a thorough and all-encompassing examination of predictive models utilized in the estimation of viscosity for ionic liquid solutions. The study focuses on crucial input parameters, namely the type of cation, the type of anion, the temperature (measured in Kelvin), and the concentration of the ionic liquid (expressed in mol%). This study assesses three influential machine learning algorithms that are based on the Decision Tree methodology.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune disease associated with increased cardiovascular risk, partly due to dyslipidemia. This study aimed to evaluate the lipid profiles of Saudi Arabian patients with SLE and examine the impact of hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) and steroid use on these profiles, with a particular focus on patients with lupus nephritis. Methods A retrospective observational study was conducted at King Saud Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, including SLE patients treated at the hospital's rheumatology clinic between July 2023 and December 2023.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a critical complication of diabetes mellitus, posing significant health. While global studies have indicated a concerning lack of awareness regarding DKA among patients with diabetes, research specific to the northern area of Saudi Arabia remains limited. This study aims to explore the level of knowledge and awareness of DKA among patients with diabetes residing in the local region.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Radiation Dose Monitoring Software (DMS) tools have been developed to monitor doses and alert computed tomography (CT) users of high radiation exposure. However, the causal factors for alerts and the impact of DMS in dose optimisation are poorly understood.
Aim: This review aims to identify high-dose CT examinations triggering alerts and their determinants, and to assess if the alerts from DMS help to reduce CT dose levels.
An eco-friendly approach was used to fabricate zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) using thyme, L., leaf extract. The produced ZnO nanoparticles were characterized by XRD and SEM analysis.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFLow Voltage Ride Through (LVRT) is considered one of the main and serious problems facing the electrical grid. It occurs due to three-phase symmetric faults and asymmetric faults such as a double line to ground fault that applies in this system. This paper applies Static Synchronous Compensators (STATCOM) to improve the LVRT capability and dynamic performance of an electrical grid linked to a Photovoltaic (PV)/Wind hybrid system through grid disturbances.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe distinct conformational characteristics, functionality, affordability, low toxicity, and usefulness make calixarene-based compounds a promising treatment option for cancer. The aim of the present study is to synthesize a new calixarene-based compound and assess of its anticancer potential on some human cancer cells. The synthesized C-4-Hydroxyphenylcalix[4] resorcinarene (HPCR) was characterized by several spectroscopic techniques such as 1HNMR, 13CNMR, and X-ray crystallographic analysis to confirm its purity and identity.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Obesity is one of the most prevalent and relevant health problems in Saudi Arabia and requires urgent attention. Family physicians are the first point of contact and one of the most important starting points for the successful treatment of being overweight or obese.
Aim: This study aimed to assess the knowledge, beliefs, and practices of primary care physicians in promoting healthy lifestyles and physical activity among obese patients.
Background/objectives: is a medicinal plant extensively used by the Moroccan population for treating a range of illnesses, especially respiratory conditions.
Methods: This study aimed to assess the antioxidant and antibacterial properties of essential oil and its individual fractions (F1, F2, and F3). Antioxidant activity was evaluated through iron-reducing power, 2,2'-azino-bis (3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid) (ABTS), and 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) assays.
Individuals with congenital color vision defects (CVDs) are at greater risk of misidentifying colors, necessitating an investigation into their ability to distinguish colors accurately. This study aimed to assess how individuals with CVDs perceive the colors in the Worth four-dot (W4D) and duochrome tests. It also explored whether individuals with CVDs require more detailed instructions from optometrists and eye care providers during these tests.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Adiponectin (AQ) plays a role in regulating immune responses. Previous research indicates that B cells can affect T cell transmigration via the adiponectin-induced peptide PEPITEM in Caucasians. This study explores whether this mechanism is also applicable to Saudi populations, considering potential ethnic variations in immune response.
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November 2024
Inflammation is a complex physiological response associated with the onset and progression of various disorders, including diabetes. In this study, we synthesized a series of diclofenac acid derivatives and evaluated their potential anti-diabetic and anti-inflammatory activities. The compounds were specifically assessed for their ability to inhibit 15-lipoxygenase (15-LOX) and α-glucosidase enzymes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCovid-19 caused by SARS-CoV-2 virus has emerged as an immense burden and an unparalleled global health challenge in recorded human history. The clinical characteristics and risk factors of COVID-19 exhibit considerable variability, leading to a spectrum of clinical severity. Moreover, the likelihood of exposure to the virus may differ based on comorbidity status as comorbid illnesses have mechanisms that can considerably increase mortality by reducing the body's ability to withstand injury.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFGastrointestinal bleeding is a common occurrence in emergency departments. The standard of care for it is an esophagogastroduodenoscopy within 24 hours to diagnose and potentially treat the bleeding. Several tools and pre-endoscopic risk assessment scores are used to help evaluate and manage upper gastrointestinal bleeding.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFChronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), a malignant tumour, is characterized by expansion of mature monoclonal B lymphocytes expressing CD23 and CD5 in secondary lymphocytic organs, blood, and bone marrow. Here, we provide an in-depth review of CLL, emphasizing its pathophysiology, cytogenic changes, and treatment strategies, particularly the efficacy and challenges of treatments, such as Bruton tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitors, B cell lymphoma 2 (BCL2) inhibitors, and phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase (PI3K) inhibitors, as well as the need to understand their role in managing disease progression, chemoresistance, and intolerance. In addition, we explore efficacy based on patient response and comparison between monotherapy and combination therapy.
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