Publications by authors named "Bates M"

In the burgeoning field of super-resolution fluorescence microscopy, significant efforts are being dedicated to expanding its applications into the 3D domain. Various methodologies have been developed that enable isotropic resolution at the nanometer scale, facilitating the visualization of 3D subcellular structures with unprecedented clarity. Central to this progress is the need for reliable 3D structures that are biologically compatible for validating resolution capabilities.

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Background: Infectious disease agents pose significant threats to humans, wildlife, and livestock, with rodents carrying a third of these agents, many linked to human diseases. However, the range of pathogens in rodents and the hotspots for disease remain poorly understood.

Aim: This study evaluated the prevalence of viral, bacterial, and parasitic pathogens in rodents in riverine and non-riverine areas in selected districts in Zambia.

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Climate-related disasters pose significant risks to mental health and well-being globally. Individuals from disaster-prone regions, such as Puerto Rico, are at even greater risk. The devastating effects of recurrent hurricanes, compounded with pre-existing structural disparities (e.

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Research suggests that forced migration may lead to cultural stress and psychological distress. However, little is known about immigrant parents' pre- and post-migration concerns for their children's welfare. The present study examined the concerns of Venezuelan parents who migrated to the United States versus those who migrated to Colombia, and whether post-migration concerns were related to cultural stressors, mental health, and cultural identity.

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Importance: Access to appropriate postpartum care is essential for improving maternal health outcomes and promoting maternal health equity.

Objective: To analyze the impact of the Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) home visiting program on use of routine and emergency postpartum care.

Design, Setting, And Participants: This study was a secondary analysis of a randomized clinical trial that enrolled eligible participants between 2016 and 2020 to receive NFP or usual care from a South Carolina Medicaid program.

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Objective: To evaluate the effect of an intensive nurse home visiting program on postpartum contraceptive use and birth spacing among individuals with a first pregnancy who were eligible for Medicaid insurance in South Carolina.

Methods: We conducted a nonblinded, randomized controlled trial of the Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP), an established intensive home visiting program that provides prenatal and postpartum home visits through 2 years after childbirth. The trial included patients who were eligible for Medicaid insurance with a first pregnancy at less than 28 weeks of gestation between April 1, 2016, and March 17, 2020, who were followed up through 2 years after childbirth.

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  • Researchers have identified a rising trend of zoonotic diseases in Zambia, a key transport hub in Southern Africa, where numerous pathogens from bats, rodents, and non-human primates pose public health risks.
  • A review of studies from 1990 to 2022 found that viruses were the most reported pathogens, with notable threats including Ebola, Marburg, and Hantavirus, though many findings are based on short-term investigations.
  • The study highlights a significant lack of surveillance for these diseases in humans and emphasizes the urgent need for improved monitoring and preventive measures to mitigate emerging infectious risks in the region.
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Urethane is widely used for its ability to induce prolonged anesthesia. Variability in previously reported cardiovascular parameters in murine models makes it challenging to definitively evaluate the cardiovascular effects of urethane anesthesia. We aimed to address these challenges, thereby advancing our understanding of urethane's effects on cardiovascular function in mice.

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Purpose: It is important to understand racial inequities in multiple myeloma treatment and survival, particularly in the Midwest where clear differences exist in cancer incidence and mortality. Since age and geographic location can greatly impact treatment and prognosis, matching patients on these characteristics can help identify reasons for outcome differences.

Methods: Retrospective data from the Iowa Cancer Registry's Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results database were analyzed for adult patients diagnosed with first primary MM between 1/1/2010-12/31/2019.

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High-grade serous ovarian cancer (HGSC) is the most common subtype of ovarian cancer. HGSC patients typically present with advanced disease, which is often resistant to chemotherapy and recurs despite initial responses to therapy, resulting in the poor prognosis associated with this disease. There is a need to utilise biomarkers to manage the various aspects of HGSC patient care.

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Background: Since 2015, ~ 8 million Venezuelans have fled what was once Latin America's most prosperous nation, with many relocating to nearby Colombia and others migrating to the United States (U.S.).

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Objective: To describe fluid dispersal and retrieval patterns in an infusion-retrieval system across various configurations and locations in a cadaveric canine model.

Study Design: Cadaveric study.

Animals: Four large breed canines.

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Ticks are widespread arthropods that transmit microorganisms of veterinary and medical significance to vertebrates, including humans. , an ixodid tick frequently infesting and feeding on humans, may play a crucial role in transmitting infectious agents across species. Despite the known association of many ticks with phleboviruses, information on is lacking.

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Purpose: We present a psychometric evaluation of the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Boston Form (CES-D-B) for use with different Latino subgroups as there is inconsistency regarding its performance across subgroups of Latinos, a large and rapidly growing cultural group in the United States.

Methods: We evaluated the reliability and structural validity of the scores generated by the CES-D-B using four distinct Latino samples residing in US: Mexicans, Venezuelans, Cubans, and "other Latinos" (total N = 1033). To further explore structural validity of CES-D-B scores, we conducted measurement invariance analyses across different countries of origin, gender groups, educational levels, and languages of assessment (English, Spanish).

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Locally sustained release antimicrobials such as silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) might prove useful in combating local infections. Their elution has been investigated in Phosphate Buffered Saline (PBS) including from poloxamer 407 (P407). No information exists on possible interactions with proteins, nor have ultrafiltration (UF) probes been evaluated to measure Ag.

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  • A study was conducted to evaluate the STRAT4 Assay's effectiveness using fine-needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB) samples for breast cancer testing in Tanzania, aiming to improve biomarker accessibility in low-resource settings.
  • The research involved collecting FNAB specimens from patients with palpable breast masses, using various testing protocols and excluding those with previous breast cancer diagnoses or specific conditions like pregnancy.
  • The analysis compared STRAT4's performance against established testing methods based on factors like concordance, sensitivity, specificity, and diagnostic accuracy over a three-year period involving 208 patients.
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  • The aftermath of Hurricane María in 2017 led to a significant migration of Puerto Ricans to the continental U.S., despite their territorial ties to the U.S. and distinct cultural identity.
  • The study focused on the experiences of 42 Puerto Rican parents who were displaced, using cultural stress theory and psychological sense of community to understand their challenges and resilience.
  • Findings reveal that these parents faced the loss of social connections and support networks in exchange for the potential economic and safety benefits in the U.S., highlighting their complex journey as cross-cultural migrants.
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We sought to identify patterns of psychedelic use among United States military veterans, compare demographic variables and perspectives of those who did and did not report use, and characterize benefits and adverse outcomes associated with use. Respondents ( = 426) were recruited to complete an online cross-sectional survey. Approximately one-half (51%) reported using psychedelics.

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  • * Out of 112 respondents, which included both surgeons and hand therapists, the study found significant variability in surgical decision-making and imaging practices, with most centers favoring ligament reconstruction using a bone anchor.
  • * Findings suggest that there is inconsistency in the treatment approaches for UCL ruptures and a strong interest among medical professionals for future clinical trials to standardize management practices.
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The Preparedness and Resilience for Emerging Threats (PRET) initiative takes an innovative mode-of-transmission approach to pandemic planning by advocating for integrated preparedness and response systems and capacities for groups of pathogens with common transmission pathways. The World Health Organization (WHO) launched this initiative in 2023 with the publication of PRET Module 1 addressing respiratory pathogens. Exercise PanPRET-1 is a customizable tabletop simulation exercise (TTX) package developed to complement PRET Module 1.

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A crosswalk of the NIOSH Impact Wellbeing™ campaign and the ANCC Pathway to Excellence® Framework.

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Background: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and tuberculosis (TB) are major contributors to morbidity and mortality in sub-Saharan Africa including Cameroon. Pharmacogenetic variants could serve as predictors of drug-induced hepatotoxicity (DIH), in patients with TB co-infected with HIV. We evaluated the occurrence of DIH and pharmacogenetic variants in Cameroonian patients.

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