Limited research exists comparing Vacutainer versus butterfly phlebotomy devices. The purpose of this study was to examine decision processes staff use when choosing a device. A qualitative, purposive sampling was used and determined a gap between correct device use and reported practice. Applied findings can enhance employee safety.
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January 2025
Health Services Academy, Chak Shahzad, Park Road, Islamabad, 44000, Pakistan.
One Health is an integrative approach aiming to achieve optimal health outcomes by recognizing the interconnection between humans, animals, and the environment. This study explores the understanding, perspectives, hurdles, and implications of intersectoral collaboration within Pakistan's human health system, focusing on One Health principles. A qualitative phenomenological approach was employed, involving 17 key informant interviews with purposively selected stakeholders from public health, agriculture, veterinary medicine, agriculture and environmental science.
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Faculty of Health Sciences, Curtin School of Allied Health, Curtin University, Perth, WA, Australia.
Purpose: Workers' compensation claims can negatively affect the wellbeing of injured workers. For some, these negative effects continue beyond finalisation of the workers' compensation claim. It is unclear what factors influence wellbeing following finalisation of a workers' compensation claim.
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January 2025
University of Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Purpose: Free Open Access Medical Education (FOAMed) is an emergent phenomenon within medical education. The rise of FOAMed resources has meant that medical education needs no longer be confined to the lecture theatre or the hospital setting, but rather, can be produced and shared amongst any individual or group with access to internet and a suitable device. This study presents a review of the use of FOAMed resources by students as part of their university medical education.
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January 2025
Community Medicine and Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy, Umeå University, Umeå, Sweden.
Background: Physical activity and exercise are promoted worldwide as effective interventions for healthy ageing. Various exercise initiatives have been developed and evaluated for their efficacy and effectiveness among older populations. However, a deeper understanding of participants' experiences with these initiatives is crucial to foster long-term activity and exercise among older persons.
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Logistics Education (LEED) at Kühne Foundation, Hamburg, Germany.
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