Publications by authors named "S Amin Nordin"
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- The study evaluates the reliability and validity of two common self-reported measures for somatic symptoms: the Patient Health Questionnaire-15 (PHQ-15) and the Somatic Symptom Scale-8 (SSS-8).
- Extensive data was extracted from 305 studies involving over 361,000 participants, focusing primarily on routine care and the general population.
- Results indicated that both scales measure specific symptom domains and overall symptom burden, with the PHQ-15 showing good reliability (α = 0.81) while certain items had low correlations, and the SSS-8 also showing strong reliability (α = 0.80).
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a significant global health concern, due to the persistence of pathogens and the emergence of resistance in bacterial infections. Bacterial-derived antimicrobial peptides (BAMPs) have emerged as a promising strategy to combat these challenges. Known for their diversity and multifaceted nature, BAMPs are notable bioactive agents which exhibit potent antimicrobial activities against various pathogens.
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- * It addresses the challenges these individuals face in accessing outdoor spaces, despite research highlighting their benefits, and presents two case studies that illustrate effective approaches to improve outdoor environments.
- * An interdisciplinary team proposes six actionable recommendations to enhance outdoor experiences for older adults in RCFs, aiming for equitable conditions and better overall quality of life.
Time dependency and individual variation in human sensory irritation from acrolein - a controlled exposure study.
Int J Environ Health Res
August 2024
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- Acrolein, a reactive compound, poses risks for indoor air health and this study aimed to assess sensory irritation symptoms in human volunteers exposed to it.* -
- Forty participants were exposed to heptane and acrolein in a controlled setting, with 70% reporting eye irritation from acrolein, showing a significant interaction between exposure duration and symptom intensity.* -
- Findings indicate that eye irritation is the most significant effect of acrolein exposure, and that both the length of exposure and perceived stress influence how individuals react to its presence.*
Background: Donor-derived dengue infections present significant challenges to organ transplantation, particularly in endemic regions like Singapore. Although primarily transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, dengue can also be transmitted through organ transplantation, occasionally with fatal outcomes. This study aims to evaluate the outcomes and evolution of dengue screening protocols for potential deceased donors in Singapore from 2006 to 2022.
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