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The Effect of Cognitive-Motor Dual Tasks on the Risk of Falls in Female Saudi Students: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Risk Manag Healthc Policy

January 2025

Department of Medical Rehabilitation Science, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Umm Al-Qura University-Makkah-Saudi Arabia; Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt.

Introduction: Dual tasking (DT) requires individuals to carry out two actions simultaneously, comparable to how the brain can perform a cognitive function while the body is in motion, which eventually enhances human balance. This paper aims to examine and compare the impact of DT on the risk of falling (ROF) among Saudi female students.

Methods: A cross-sectional design was used.

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To concentrate omega-3 fatty acids (-3) in fish oil (FO), olein and super olein fraction (OF) of FO were produced by winterization. For this purpose, FO was slowly cooled to -50°C (24 h), the mixture of crystallized and non-crystallized phases was separated, filtrate was coded as OF (yield 32%), 35% of OF was kept for storage study and analytical purpose, remaining 65% was further slowly cooled down to -75°C (24 h) and filtered, filtrate was coded as super olein (SF, yield 23%). GC-MS analysis showed that unsaturated fatty acids increased due to successive winterization.

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Seed cycling therapy (SCT) involves the consumption of specific seeds during the follicular and luteal phases of the menstrual cycle to help balance reproductive hormones. This study aimed to investigate the effects of SCT on healthy female Wistar albino rats to prevent hormonal imbalances. For SCT, a seed mixture (SM1) consisting of flax, pumpkin, and soybeans (estrogenic seeds) was administered at doses of 5.

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Background The prevalence of obesity has increased over the years, resulting in multiple physical and psychological health issues that impact the quality of human life. Numerous Western studies have linked obesity and depression, but few studies have investigated this correlation among the Saudi population. Hence, this study assesses the correlation between obesity and depression among the general population of Saudi Arabia.

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Long-Term Success of Teeth Undergoing Intentional Replantation: A Report of Two Cases.

Clin Case Rep

December 2024

Department of Endodontics King Abdulaziz Medical City Jeddah Saudi Arabia.

Intentional replantation has been shown to be a viable treatment option for failed endodontic cases with long-term success rates.

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Turmeric () is an herbaceous plant that contains a phytochemical which is bright yellow and is known as curcumin. Turmeric, a member of Zingiberaceae family, has extensive application worldwide due to its beneficial medicinal attributes and is extensively used as a medicinal plant. Most people use turmeric as a spice, and it is a chief source of polyphenol curcumin.

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Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS) is a highly sensitive analytical technique used for fingerprint recognition of molecular samples. The SERS effect, which enhances Raman scattering signals, has been the subject of extensive research over the past few decades. More recently, the commercialization of portable Raman spectrometers has brought SERS closer to real-world applications.

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Hypercholesteremia is the main contributor to metabolic diseases, including obesity, hypertension, and diabetes, which are the primary global sources of morbidity and death rates. Garlic scapes, a member of the family and a rich source of antioxidants, are utilized in various cuisine preparations due to their unique flavors and tastes. The current study examined garlic scape powder's effect on apoprotein E and its ability to decrease cholesterol.

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  • * Over 20% of marketed medications contain fluorine, with nearly 300 approved fluorine-containing drugs, highlighting their significance in pharmaceuticals.
  • * This review focuses on the therapeutic potential of five-membered heterocycles and their fused systems, detailing various activities like antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and more, often showing effectiveness comparable to standard reference drugs.
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  • This study explores the use of a new nanocomposite (ZnFeO@Co-Ni MOF - ZFCNM) for efficiently degrading Congo red dye in water using photocatalysis.
  • The ZFCNM nanocomposite, created through hydrothermal synthesis, exhibits a low band gap and high surface area, enhancing its photocatalytic performance compared to its individual components.
  • The results show that ZFCNM achieved a remarkable 98% dye removal efficiency under specific conditions, highlighting its potential as a promising solution for addressing water pollution.
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The current work reports the synthesis of Cr(iii), Mn(ii), Co(ii), Ni(ii) and Cu(ii) chelates of the Schiff base ligand named hydroxy-phenyl-acetic acid (2-hydroxy-naphthalen-1-ylmethylene)-hydrazide with multi-chelation centre toward metal ions. The spectral tools, H-NMR, FTIR, mass, UV-vis spectra, and the analytical elemental and thermal analysis, in addition to magnetic moment and conductivity measurements all combined have been applied to conclude the structure and geometry of the synthesized metal complexes. The formed metal chelates have been assured to be formed with the molar compositions of 1 L : 1 M for PANH-Cr, PANH-Mn, PANH-Co, PANH-Ni and 2 L : 1 M for PANH-Cu.

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Background: A digital rectal examination (DRE) is a crucial diagnostic examination used to identify various medical conditions by inserting a finger into the patient's rectum to check for abnormalities. Although clinically significant, DRE can be challenging, especially for first-time patients. Reasons for refusal often include misunderstandings about the examination, fear of the way the test is done, and feelings of embarrassment.

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This paper presents a comprehensive study on the corrosion inhibition properties of new organic compounds, (1-benzimidazol-2-yl)methanethiol (LF) and 1-dodecyl-2-((dodecylthio)methyl)-1-benzimidazole (LF), have been examined for inhibiting of Carbon-Steel (C.S) in 1.0 M HCl.

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Objective: The evolution of medical directives surrounding cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) has led to the prominence of do-not-resuscitate (DNR) orders. These orders aim to respect patient autonomy and ensure dignified end-of-life care. While regulations in the United States emphasize patient choice and comprehensive discussions, Saudi Arabia's approach to DNR orders integrates Islamic principles alongside expert medical judgment.

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The current work discusses the synthesis of three different solid adsorbents: silica nanoparticles derived from rice husk (RS), calcium alginate beads (AG), and silica/alginate nanocomposite (RSG). The fabricated solid adsorbents were characterized by using different physicochemical techniques such as TGA, XRD, nitrogen adsorption/desorption analysis, ATR-FTIR, pH, SEM, and TEM. The adsorption efficiencies of the prepared solid adsorbents were considered for the removal of phenol as a selected hazardous pollutant.

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Background Students at two universities in Saudi Arabia found endodontics or root canal treatment (RCT) difficult due to challenges in the procedures. Until now, there has been no evidence that Umm Al-Qura University students face difficulties when performing RCT. Therefore, this study aims to explore students' perceptions of the critical steps in RCT.

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The genus , which belongs to the Asteraceae family, is a flowering genus with 12 species found in Africa, North and South. Among the species present in Algeria, L. is distributed in the eastern regions of Algeria.

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A series of novel phenothiazine-containing imidazo[1,2-]pyridine derivatives were designed and synthesized under metal-free conditions in excellent yield. These derivatives were effectively transformed further into -alkyl, sulfoxide, and sulfone derivatives. Derivatives were deployed against human microtubule affinity regulating kinase (MARK4), some molecules play crucial roles in cell-cycle progression such as G1/S transition and regulator of microtubule dynamics.

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  • Fluorinated heterocycles are crucial in pharmaceuticals, with about 20% of anticancer and antibiotic drugs containing fluorine atoms, prompting this review of five-membered and benzo-fused systems with fluorine.
  • These compounds have demonstrated notable anticancer and antimicrobial activities, with some serving as lead structures for drug development, showing efficacy comparable to or better than existing drugs.
  • Studies indicate that the type of substituents on these fluorinated heterocycles (electron-donating or electron-withdrawing) greatly influences their biological activity and safety profiles, showcasing reduced cytotoxicity in non-cancerous cells.
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Chicory ( L. ) is a renowned medicinal plant traditionally used for various ailments, yet the pharmacological potential of its roots, particularly in terms of antitumor activity, remains elusive. In the present study, we explore, for the first time, the metabolomic profile of ethanolic extract from roots (CIR) and further unveil its antiproliferative potential.

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This review covers the significance of green banana resistant starch (RS), a substantial polysaccharide. The food industry has taken an interest in green banana flour due to its 30% availability of resistant starch and its approximately 70% starch content on a dry basis, making its use suitable for food formulations where starch serves as the base. A variety of processing techniques, such as heat-moisture, autoclaving, microwaving, high hydrostatic pressure, extrusion, ultrasound, acid hydrolysis, and enzymatic debranching treatments, have made significant advancements in the preparation of resistant starch.

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Objectives: This analysis assessed disease characteristics and response to dupilumab treatment in male and female patients with severe chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) (SINUS-52 study; NCT02898454).

Methods: Patients received dupilumab 300 mg or placebo every 2 weeks for 52 weeks on background intranasal corticosteroids. Efficacy was assessed through Week 52 using nasal polyp score (NPS), nasal congestion/obstruction score, loss of smell score and University of Pennsylvania Smell Identification Test score.

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Delays in diagnosis and management of patients with oral mucosal lesions have serious implications for the patients. Early referral and collaboration between HCPs and OM specialists are essential in improving patients' quality of life and outcomes.

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Background: Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a heterogeneous disorder with a wide range of validated subjective and objective assessment tools to assess disease severity. However, a comprehensive and easy-to-use tool that integrates these measures for determining disease severity and response to treatment is still obscure. The objective of this study was to develop a standardized assessment tool that facilitates diagnosis, uniform patient monitoring, and comparison of treatment outcomes between different centers both in routine clinical practice and in research.

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Central nervous system (CNS) involvement by mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is rare and portends a poor prognosis. We describe the first patient to have a complete response with front-line treatment with single-agent acalabrutinib for MCL CNS.

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