Cost of illness of breast cancer in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review.

This systematic review explores the cost of illness (COI) studies on breast cancer in low- to middle-income countries (LMICs). Studies in Cochrane, Proquest Thesis, PubMed and Scopus were considered. The reporting criteria were evaluated using the Consolidated Health Economic Evaluation Reporting Standards (CHEERS) 2022 statement.

Cost-Effectiveness of Breast Cancer Early Detection Program in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Systematic Review.

Objectives: This review explores the cost-effectiveness of the strategies used in the breast cancer early detection programs of low- to middle-income countries.

Methods: A systematic review was performed to identify related studies, published up to August 2021, on PubMed, Cochrane, ProQuest, and the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature. The Cochrane Handbook and the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses protocol were referenced during the reporting process.

Does correctional supervision of amphetamine users reduce the risk of re-offending?

Aim: To examine the specific deterrent effect of offender supervision on the risk of a further offence by persons convicted of amphetamine use and/or possession.

Design: Observational study of two groups matched on a wide range of factors using augmented inverse probability of treatment weighting.

Setting: New South Wales (NSW), Australia.

Prognostic Utility of Histological Growth Patterns of Colorectal Lung Oligometastasis.

Background: Patients with resectable colorectal lung oligometastasis (CLOM) demonstrate a heterogeneous oncological outcome. However, the parameters for predicting tumor aggressiveness have not yet been fully investigated in CLOM. This study was performed to determine the prognostic value of histological growth patterns in patients who underwent surgery for CLOM.

Knowledge and characteristics of herbal supplement usage among community pharmacy customers in a Malaysian population.

Objectives: We investigated the knowledge and characteristics of herbal supplement usage of the customers of community pharmacies in a Malaysian population.

Design And Setting: Self-administered questionnaires (in English, Malay, or Chinese) were provided to customers at three community pharmacies in Malaysia (Ipoh, Perak). Questionnaire validation and translation validation were performed.