(Didymosphaeriaceae, Dothideomycetes) Associated with the Grapevine Trunk Disease Complex in Cyprus.

Grapevine trunk diseases (GTDs) are widespread worldwide, causing serious economic losses to the vitiviniculture industry. The etiology of the complex pathogenic mycobiome associated with this group of diseases is critical to implementing appropriate management strategies. Diseased grapevines exhibiting typical GTD symptoms were collected from vineyards in different provinces of Cyprus, resulting in 19 pycnidial isolates.

"Divergent Needs and the Empathy Gap": Exploring the Experience of Workplace Violence Against Nurses Employed in the Emergency Department.

Background/objectives: Violence in healthcare settings, especially in emergency departments (ED), remains an important public health issue worldwide. Thus, additional insight into the effect of these incidents into nurses' professional attitudes, their work life and related implications to patient safety issues may be valuable. We investigated ED nurses' living experience of exposure to workplace violence by healthcare service users, with focus on the impact on them.

Protocol for an umbrella review of systematic reviews evaluating the efficacy of digital health solutions in supporting adult cancer survivorship care.

Introduction: The growing number of people living with, through and beyond cancer poses a new challenge for sustainable survivorship care solutions. Digital health solutions which incorporate various information and communication technologies are reshaping healthcare; offering huge potential to facilitate health promotion, support healthcare efficiencies, improve access to healthcare and positively impact health outcomes. Digital health solutions include websites and mobile applications, health information technologies, telehealth solutions, wearable devices, AI-supported chatbots and other technologically assisted provision of health information, communication and services.

Association between socioeconomic indicators and pulse wave velocity (PWV) measurements in population studies: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Arterial stiffness, which is estimated by pulse wave velocity (PWV), has been associated with cardiovascular morbidity and mortality; however, there is sparse literature on socioeconomic (SES) indicators and PWV.

Methods: In this systematic review and meta-analysis, evidence was retrieved from cross-sectional and cohort studies on the association of SES indicators (both single and composite) with arterial stiffness. A total of 16,331 records were reviewed and 9 studies included.

ACT on Vaping: Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial of a Novel Digital Health App with Text Messaging for Young Adult Vaping Cessation.

Background: There is no published evidence to support the efficacy of any digital vaping cessation program for young adults (YAs) at differing levels of readiness to quit. In this pilot randomized controlled trial, we evaluated the preliminary acceptability and efficacy of a program for vaping cessation based on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT on Vaping), delivered via a smartphone app and text messaging.

Methods: YAs age 18-30 (n=61) were randomized 1:1 to ACT on Vaping (n=31) or incentivized text message control (n=30).

The Effectiveness of Social Media Campaigns in Improving Knowledge and Attitudes Toward Mental Health and Help-Seeking in High-Income Countries: Scoping Review.

Background: The prevalence of mental health problems is increasing, particularly among young people, making the prevention of mental health problems and improvements in care a public health priority. Social media, with its wide reach and low-cost information dissemination, has emerged as an important tool for public mental health campaigns in high-income countries. However, there is a limited understanding of the reach of public mental health social media campaigns and their impact on mental health knowledge, attitudes, stigma, and behaviors, such as help-seeking.

Assessing the Market Readiness for Medical Cannabis in Greece: A Qualitative Study of Patient Perspectives.

The introduction of medical cannabis in Greece marks a shift in healthcare policy, yet patient attitudes remain underexplored. This qualitative study examines the market readiness for medical cannabis through semi-structured interviews with 24 participants-12 users of cannabidiol (CBD)-based formulations and 12 medical cannabis-naive individuals. CBD-experienced patients generally perceive cannabis-based treatments as beneficial for managing musculoskeletal pain, migraines, anxiety, stress and sleep disturbances, despite concerns over product quality, cost and limited medical guidance.

Cardiovascular disease risk categories based on SCORE algorithms and age: reclassification based on number of carotid and common femoral bifurcations with plaque.

Background: The aim was to determine the efficacy of the number of carotid and common femoral bifurcations with plaque (NBP) detected by ultrasound in reclassifying individuals into atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) risk categories based on SCORE2, SCORE2-OP algorithms and age. Data from the cohort of 908 individuals free from ASCVD and diabetes in the Cyprus Epidemiological Study on Atherosclerosis (CESA) was used.

Methods: In each predicted ASCVD risk category (low to moderate, high and very high) the observed 10-year risk of subgroups according to the NBP was used to reclassify participants.

Improving Light Stability of Nonfullerene Acceptor Inverted Organic Solar Cell by Incorporating a Mixed Nanocomposite Metal Oxide Electron Transporting Layer.

We present significant light stability enhancement of nonfullerene acceptor inverted organic photovoltaics by incorporating a mixed nanocomposite metal oxide electron transporting layer. Using an appropriate mixture of ZnO:SnO nanoparticles as an electron transporting layer in a PBDB-TF-T1 (T1):IT4F based organic solar cell device mitigates light induced photodegradation by lowering the defect formation at the active layer interface. We propose that the mixed metal oxide ETL act as hole scavengers that reduces the photocatalytic reaction of its surface.

A preliminary study in milk to discriminate goat feeding regimes by FTIR and chemometrics.

In free-range (extensive) dairy farming the wealth and type of consumed vegetation positively affects milk characteristics such as flavour. As free-range feeding is included as a requirement in the specifications of certain protected designation of origin cheeses, there is a need to develop methodology to identify different animal feeding regimes. This study evaluated goat milk based on two feeding regimes, namely free-range and intensive (controlled diet fed exclusively at the farm).

Precision medicine applications in dilated cardiomyopathy: Advancing personalized care.

Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is a prevalent cardiac disorder affecting 1 in 250-500 individuals, characterized by ventricular dilation and impaired systolic function, leading to heart failure and increased mortality, including sudden cardiac death. DCM arises from genetic and environmental factors, such as drug-induced, inflammatory, and viral causes, resulting in diverse yet overlapping phenotypes. Advances in precision medicine are revolutionizing DCM management by leveraging genetic and molecular profiling for tailored diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.

Levels of catastrophizing pain and kinesiophobia in patients with osteoarthritis and their association.

Aim of the present study was to assess the level of catastrophizing pain and kinesiophobia in patients with osteoarthritis and to investigate the association between catastrophizing pain and kinesiophobia. This follow-up study included 170 osteoarthritis patients undergoing surgery. They completed the Pain Catastrophizing Scale and the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia preoperatively (T0) and then postoperatively, at one (T1) and six months (T2).

Testing the effectiveness of combined attention modification training with right dorso-lateral prefrontal cortex theta-burst stimulation on reducing levels of anxiety and attentional bias.

Neurostimulation techniques, such as continuous theta-burst stimulation (cTBS), over the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC) have been associated with improvements in anxiety symptoms and emotion processing. The aim of this feasibility study was the evaluation of the effectiveness of cTBS over the right DLPFC combined with Attention Modification Training (AMT) on reducing levels of anxiety and attentional bias. A 40s-cTBS session (real or sham) over the right DLPFC was administrated at 8 treatment sessions over a 2-week period, and each cTBS treatment was followed by computer-based AMT (real or control).

Seeds of Change: exploring the transformative effects of seed priming in sustainable agriculture.

The threats posed by climate change on agriculture at a global scale have fostered researchers to explore new and efficient strategies to ensure stable and safe food production. These new strategies must not only be efficient in reducing yield loss but also comply with environmental and consumer safety regulations, which particularly refer to restrictions to pesticide application as well as the implementation of genetically modified organisms, including CRISPR/Cas edited lines. Among other approaches, priming constitutes an easier and relatively cheaper strategy to cope with the effects of abiotic and biotic stresses by boosting plants' endogenous potential.

Application of Wine and Olive Oil Production Residues as Substrates for the Cultivation of Potted Plants.

Peat is widely used as a soilless growing medium due to its favorable physicochemical properties. However, its extraction has a significant environmental impact, highlighting the need for sustainable alternatives. Repurposing residues from olive oil (OR) and wine (GR) production offers a potential solution to reduce peat dependency and promote agricultural circularity.

Disempowered Warriors: Insights on Psychological Responses of ICU Patients Through a Meta-Ethnography.

to systematically examine and synthesize qualitative evidence on adult patients' psychological distress during an intensive care unit stay to inform development of interventions tailored to their needs. We conducted systematic literature searches in CINAHL, MEDLINE, EMBASE, PsycINFO, Scopus, Dissertations and Theses Global, and Google Scholar databases using predefined eligibility criteria. We synthesized primary qualitative research evidence using Noblit and Hare's meta-ethnographic approach.

Comprehensive chemical profiling, bioactivity evaluation, and computational modelling of various extracts from L.

In this study, various extracts of L.: hexane, dichloromethane (DCM), ethyl acetate (EA), ethanol, 70% ethanol, and water (infusion) were used to examine the chemical profiles and biological activities of the plant. The characterisation of the compounds was carried out by HPLC coupled to ion trap mass spectrometry.

Healthcare Professionals' Perceptions About Medical Cannabis in Greece: A Qualitative Study.

Background: Medical cannabis continues to generate interest as a potential therapeutic option, yet its acceptance in clinical practice faces challenges, including regulatory barriers, social stigma, and gaps in scientific evidence.

Methods: This study explores the perspectives of Greek medical doctors and pharmacists on medical cannabis-key stakeholders in its clinical application-through semi-structured interviews with 12 participants from each profession.

Results: Medical doctors and pharmacists expressed a range of views on medical cannabis, with many acknowledging its potential while emphasizing the need for rigorous, disease-specific research.

Health Effects of Desert Dust Storms in Children With Asthma: Knowledge, Perceptions and Practices of School Health Visitors in Cyprus.

Cyprus is located in the Eastern Mediterranean and is heavily exposed to desert dust storm (DDS) events, which diminish air quality and adversely impact paediatric asthma morbidity. School health visitors (SHVs) play a key role in asthma management in schoolchildren and are pivotal for the development of school-based intervention programs. This study aimed to examine the knowledge, practices and perceptions of SHVs on paediatric asthma management.

Implementing Acute Stroke Services in Sub-Saharan Africa: Steps, Progress, and Perspectives from the Tanzania Stroke Project.

Introduction: Stroke is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality globally, with Africa bearing a disproportionately high burden of poor outcomes. In sub-Saharan Africa, acute stroke care remains inconsistent, with organized stroke units being either absent or rarely available, contributing to the high stroke mortality rates in the region. To address this issue, the Tanzania Stroke Project (TSP) was launched, aimed at establishing acute stroke services at two of the largest tertiary care centers in collaboration with the Tanzanian Ministry of Health, the World Stroke Organization, and Hospital Directorates.

Iron and Zinc Foliar Spraying Affected Post. Growth, Mineral Content and Antioxidant Properties.

Species of the genus are gaining heightened recognition for their applications in both culinary and industrial contexts. The improvement of crop cultivation techniques to promote the quality of the final product is imperative nowadays for ensuring sustainable and successive agricultural production, especially for medicinal and aromatic plant species. The present study examined the impacts of foliar application of iron (Fe) and zinc (Zn) on plants grown in hydroponics.

Outbreaks in hematopoietic stem cell transplant units: a systematic review.

Objective: To identify and present the pathogens and sources of contamination linked to outbreaks within hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) units.

Design: Systematic review.

Setting: Inpatient HSCT units.

Focused Ultrasound Sonications of Tumor Model in Head Phantom under MRI Monitoring: Effect of Skull Obstruction on Focal Heating.

Purpose: This study presents the outcomes of a series of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) sonications performed on an anatomically accurate head phantom with an embedded tumor simulator to evaluate the effectiveness of partial and complete tumor ablation with obstruction from thin polymer skull mimics.

Materials And Methods: The tumor simulator was subjected to single and grid sonications using a single-element concave transducer integrated with an MRI-compatible focused ultrasound (FUS) robotic system. All experiments were carried out in a high-field MRI scanner utilizing proton resonance frequency thermometry and T2-weighted (T2-W) turbo spin echo (TSE) imaging to evaluate the induced thermal effects.

Assessing the Impact of Nutritional Status on the Quality of Life in Head and Neck Cancer Patients-The Need for Comprehensive Digital Tools.

: Malnutrition is a key determinant of quality of life (QoL) in patients with head and neck cancers (HNCs), influencing treatment outcomes and the occurrence of adverse events (AEs). Despite there being numerous studies on nutritional status and QoL, there is no standardized risk or prognostic model integrating clinical and demographic factors. A literature search was conducted in September 2024 in Scopus, PubMed, and Web of Science, covering studies published between 2013 and 2024.

Proficiency testing and cross-laboratory method comparison to support standardisation of diatom DNA metabarcoding for freshwater biomonitoring.

DNA metabarcoding of benthic diatoms has been successfully applied for biomonitoring at the national scale and can now be considered technically ready for routine application. However, protocols and methods still vary between and within countries, limiting their transferability and the comparability of results. In order to overcome this, routine use of DNA metabarcoding for diatom biomonitoring requires knowledge of the sources of variability introduced by the different steps of the procedure.