Publications by authors named "D D Doan"

Sexual minority (SM) adults have a higher prevalence of risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD), largely attributable to increased exposure to minority stressors. There are no evidence-based CVD risk reduction interventions tailored to the needs of SM adults. We conducted a qualitative descriptive study to explore SM adults' perceptions and preferences for a culturally tailored, minority stress-informed intervention for CVD risk reduction.

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Introduction: Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) were once commonly used to treat major depressive disorder (MDD), but are now considered second-line options after SSRIs and SNRIs. Additionally, TCAs are used to treat other conditions such as chronic pain and enuresis in children. Due to their numerous side effects and potential for drug interactions, cases of poisoning and death from TCA overdose, particularly amitriptyline, are on the rise.

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This study investigated Vietnamese people's behavior and future intention to purchase medicines and functional foods online and their associated factors. From March to May 2023, a Google Form questionnaire was distributed via social networks and online platforms. Convenience and snowballing sampling methods were employed to recruit 1,305 Vietnamese people.

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  • The study explored the knowledge, attitudes, and purchasing experiences of Vietnamese people regarding online medicines and functional foods, using data from 1,070 online survey participants.
  • Results showed that while 52.8% of participants had bought these products online, many were unaware of the legality issues, with only 19.9% understanding that selling medicines online is illegal in Vietnam.
  • Concerns about counterfeit products, misleading information, and the difficulty in distinguishing legal online pharmacies were prevalent, highlighting a need for increased awareness and education on these topics.
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  • A 16-year-old girl experienced tender swollen lymph nodes, a long-lasting fever, and hypothyroidism, prompting further investigation.
  • After ruling out common causes, a biopsy confirmed Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease, which improved with NSAIDs.
  • The presence of thyroperoxidase antibodies led to the diagnosis of Hashimoto's thyroiditis, emphasizing the need to consider Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease in similar cases and to monitor for hypothyroidism post-recovery.
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