Attitudes of Different Religions Toward Surrogacy: Analysis of 11 Countries' Situation Using Machine Learning Approach and Artificial Neural Networks
This study was conducted to determine and compare the attitudes of different religions toward surrogacy. This study is cross-sectional and collected from individuals living in Turkey, India, Iran, the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, Madagascar, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Mexico, England, and Japan between May 2022 and December 2022. The study was conducted with individuals belonging to Islam, Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Atheism. The study was conducted with 1177 individuals from different religions who agreed to participate in the study by snowball sampling method. The introductory Information Form and"A...
Source: Journal of Religion and Health - March 13, 2023 Category: Medical Ethics Source Type: research
Cross-sectional, hospital-based analysis of headache types using ICHD-3 criteria in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa: the Head-MENAA study
ConclusionsThe study showed that migraine is still the most common motive for admissions to NC in different regions. Furthermore, MOH, an avoidable disorder, is the most common secondary headache type and appears to be a significant problem in all regions. Remarkably, pain perception differs between regions, and pain intensity is lower in Africa than in other regions. (Source: The Journal of Headache and Pain)
Source: The Journal of Headache and Pain - March 13, 2023 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
Application of artificial intelligence in the diagnosis of sleep apnea
Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine, Ahead of Print. (Source: Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine : JCSM)
Source: Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine : JCSM - March 1, 2023 Category: Sleep Medicine Authors: George Bazoukis
Sandeep Chandra Bollepalli
Cheuk To Chung
Xinmu Li
Gary Tse
Bethany L. Bartley
Salma Batool-Anwar
Stuart F. Quan
Antonis A. Armoundas
1Department of Cardiology, Larnaca General Hospital, Larnaca, Cyprus
2Department of Basic and Clinical Sc Source Type: research
IDF2022-0718 Feasibility study of an m-health intervention led by pharmacist aiming to improve self-management of diabetes, in Cyprus
Pharmacists ’ role has evolved over the past years, towards a more clinical role to support patients to manage various prevalent health conditions. Motivational interviewing has been shown to be an effective tool in consultations. In recent years there has been increasing interest in the potential of mobile t echnologies in health care. (Source: Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice)
Source: Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice - March 1, 2023 Category: Endocrinology Authors: A. Pavlidou, F. Smith, C. Whittlesea Tags: Living with Diabetes Source Type: research
IJERPH, Vol. 20, Pages 3943: N-Source Determines Barley Productivity, Nutrient Accumulation, and Grain Quality in Cyprus Rainfed Agricultural Systems
Ioannides
The Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East (EMME) region is already experiencing the negative effects of increased temperatures and the increase in prolonged drought periods. The use of organic fertilization could be a valuable tool to meet the main challenges of climate change and maintain the productivity, quality, and sustainability of rainfed agricultural ecosystems. In the current study, we compare the effect of manure, compost, and chemical fertilization (NH4NO3) on barley grain and straw yield in a field study for three consecutive growing seasons. The hypothesis that the barley productivity, nutrient a...
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - February 23, 2023 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Michalis Omirou Dionysia Fasoula Marinos Stylianou Antonis A. Zorpas Ioannis M. Ioannides Tags: Article Source Type: research
Prevalence and Characteristics of Self-Reported Adult Asthma in Cyprus: A Population-Based Observational Study
(Source: Journal of Asthma and Allergy)
Source: Journal of Asthma and Allergy - February 22, 2023 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Journal of Asthma and Allergy Source Type: research
An analysis of the knowledge of adults aged between 18 and 45 on HPV along with their attitudes and beliefs about HPV vaccine: the Cyprus case
The aim of this research is to analyze knowledge of adults between 18 and 45 years of age and living in the Northern Cyprus about Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) along with their attitudes and beliefs towards HPV ... (Source: BMC Women's Health)
Source: BMC Women's Health - February 16, 2023 Category: OBGYN Authors: Filiz Yar ıcı and Betül Mammadov Tags: Research Source Type: research
Evaluation of the implementation of WHO infection prevention and control core components in Turkish health care facilities: results from a WHO infection prevention and control assessment framework (IPCAF) —based survey
ConclusionsMost HCFs had an advanced level of IPC implementation, for which staffing was an important driver. To further improve care quality and ensure everyone has access to safe care, it is a key element to have enough staff, the availability of certified IPC specialists, and frequent feedback. Although there is a significant decrease in HAI rates compared to previous years, HAI rates are still high and AMR is an important problem. Increasing nurses and reducing workload can prevent HAIs and AMR. Nationwide “Antibiotic Stewardship Programme” should be initiated. (Source: Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control)
Source: Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control - February 13, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research
Psychometric properties of a Greek translation of the Functionality Appreciation Scale (FAS) in adults from the Republic of Cyprus
Body Image. 2023 Feb 8;45:25-33. doi: 10.1016/j.bodyim.2023.01.010. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe Functionality Appreciation Scale is a widely used instrument for the measurement of an individual's appreciation of their body for what it can do and is capable of doing (i.e., functionality appreciation). In the present study, we examined the psychometric properties of a novel Greek translation of the FAS in Cypriot adults. A total of 448 women and 345 men from the Republic of Cyprus completed the FAS, as well as validated measures of body appreciation, appearance evaluation, and symptoms of disordered eating, and self-es...
Source: Body Image - February 10, 2023 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Elly Anastasiades Jennifer Todd Marios Argyrides Viren Swami Source Type: research
Psychometric properties of a Greek translation of the Functionality Appreciation Scale (FAS) in adults from the Republic of Cyprus
Body Image. 2023 Feb 8;45:25-33. doi: 10.1016/j.bodyim.2023.01.010. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe Functionality Appreciation Scale is a widely used instrument for the measurement of an individual's appreciation of their body for what it can do and is capable of doing (i.e., functionality appreciation). In the present study, we examined the psychometric properties of a novel Greek translation of the FAS in Cypriot adults. A total of 448 women and 345 men from the Republic of Cyprus completed the FAS, as well as validated measures of body appreciation, appearance evaluation, and symptoms of disordered eating, and self-es...
Source: Body Image - February 10, 2023 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Elly Anastasiades Jennifer Todd Marios Argyrides Viren Swami Source Type: research
Do nutritional habits and supplement use affect health-related quality of life during social isolation period in the community of North Cyprus?
. (Source: International Journal of Environmental Health Research)
Source: International Journal of Environmental Health Research - February 10, 2023 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Mustafa Hoca Cemre Elmas Seray Kabaran Source Type: research
IJERPH, Vol. 20, Pages 2898: The Role of Conspiracy Theories, Perceived Risk, and Trust in Science on COVID-19 Vaccination Decisiveness: Evidence from Cyprus
This study examined the impacts of conspiracy theories, perceived risk, and trust in science on COVID-19 vaccination decisiveness. The study was conducted at the end of the third wave of the pandemic, in July 2021, in Cyprus. Data were collected via an online self-administered anonymous survey using convenience and snowball sampling methods. Participants were 363 adults who completed a set of questionnaires that examined their believability in ten vaccine-related conspiracy theories, their perceived dangerousness of COVID-19, and their level of trust in science and scientists. The results suggest that (a) participants with...
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - February 7, 2023 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Marilena Mousoulidou Andri Christodoulou Michailina Siakalli Marios Argyrides Tags: Article Source Type: research
Decision-making on childhood vaccination against COVID-19 by nurses in Cyprus: A cross-sectional online survey
. (Source: Human Vaccines and Immunotherapeutics)
Source: Human Vaccines and Immunotherapeutics - January 30, 2023 Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Maria Kyprianidou Georgia Fakonti Giannos Toumbis Konstantinos Giannakou Source Type: research
