Knowledge comparison amongst telehealth service utilized and never-utilized adults in Bangladesh: a cross-sectional study.

Background: Telehealth service is an approach to health care delivery that uses various telecommunication technologies, where the knowledge of the patient plays an important role in its acceptance, preference, and utilization. This study compared telehealth service knowledge among adults who utilized and never-utilized telehealth services and explored factors associated with telehealth knowledge.

Methods: This comparative cross-sectional study recruited 1252 adults from Bangladesh.

Evaluation of the Relationship Between Serum Uric Acid and Cardiovascular Disease: A Cross-Sectional Study in Bangladesh.

Objectives: Serum uric acid (SUA) has been suggested to be associated with obesity, dyslipidaemia, diabetes, and hypertension. However, whether uric acid is independently associated with the risk of myocardial infarction (MI), a major type of cardiovascular disease (CVD), remains debatable, especially across different populations. This study aims to examine the relationship between SUA levels and MI in an adult population group in Bangladesh.

Unraveling Internet Addiction Among Adolescents in Bangladesh and Its Association With the Risk of Eating Disorders, Body Mass Index, and Other Factors: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Background And Aims: Internet-related disorders for example, internet addiction (IA) seem to be frequent among adolescents all over the world. However, there could be a possible link between body mass index (BMI) and the risk of eating disorders (EDs) in connection with IA. This study aimed to determine the relationship between risk of EDs, BMI, and IA among Bangladeshi adolescents, as well as factors associated with IA.

Advances and challenges in cancer immunotherapy: Strategies for personalized treatment.

Cancer immunotherapy has transformed oncology by harnessing the immune system to specifically target cancer cells, offering reduced systemic toxicity compared to traditional therapies. This review highlights key strategies, including adoptive cell transfer (ACT), immune checkpoint inhibitors, oncolytic viral (OV) therapy, monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), and mRNA-based vaccines. ACT reinfuses enhanced immune cells like tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs) to combat refractory cancers, while checkpoint inhibitors (eg, PD-1 and CTLA-4 blockers) restore T-cell activity.

Optimizing the Shell Thickness of Ag@TiO Nanostructures by a Simple Top-Down Method to Engineer Effective SERS Substrates and Photocatalysts.

In this article, we discuss a simple method to prepare core-shell Ag@TiO nanoparticles (NPs) with an optimized shell thickness to engineer plasmonic photocatalysts and surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) substrates. Variation in the shell (TiO) thickness was analyzed by an acid-etching method, and the deterioration of the shell was traced by monitoring the extinction spectra of both colloidal and solid-supported Ag@TiO NPs. Attainment of the optimum shell thickness was confirmed by noticing the simultaneous appearance of the LSPR absorption band (at 450 nm) of core silver nanostructures ( = ∼10 nm) and the scattering signature of the shell (TiO) in the extinction spectrum of Ag@TiO NPs.

Prevalence and associated factors of antenatal depression in rural Bangladesh.

Background: According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 322 million individuals all over the world suffered from depressive disorders in 2015. The risk of depression increases in pregnancy due to certain hormonal changes in the body. Despite the severe impacts of antenatal depression on both maternal and infant health, research on this issue remains limited in Bangladesh.

Whole-genome sequence of TP111, a potential fish probiotic that prevents motile septicemia in Nile tilapia ().

We report the genome of fish probiotic TP111 strain isolated from the gut of a healthy Nile tilapia () in Bangladesh. TP111 has a genome size of 4,174,638 bp, 43.48% guanine-cytosine, 243.

Prevalence, Determinants and Wealth-Related Inequality of Anxiety and Depression Symptoms Among Reproductive-Aged Women (15-49 Years) in Nepal: An Analysis of Nationally Representative Nepal Demographic and Health Survey Data 2022.

Mental health issues, particularly anxiety and depression, among women of reproductive age, remain a significant public health concern, yet comprehensive studies addressing these issues are limited in Nepal. This study aimed to assess the prevalence, associated factors and wealth-related inequality of anxiety and depression symptoms among women aged 15-49 years in Nepal. Data from the Nepal Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS) 2022 included 7410 women.

Determinants of Multimorbidity in a Low-Resource Setting: A Population-Based Cross-Sectional Study in Bangladesh.

Multimorbidity is a complex and highly prevalent health condition characterised by the coexistence of two or more chronic diseases within an individual. It is a growing public health issue worldwide, predominantly in low-resource countries like Bangladesh. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the prevalence and associated factors of multimorbidity among the adult population in Bangladesh.

Photoacclimation of corals in the turbid waters of the Northern Malacca Straits, Malaysia.

Reefs in the Northern Straits of Malacca are exposed to low-light conditions mainly due to sedimentation. Corals can be found in the urban reefs of Pulau Kendi (PK) and Pulau Songsong (PS) despite being exposed to low-light stress. Rapid Light Curve (RLC) measurements were performed in situ using a Diving Pulse Amplitude Modulated (PAM) fluorometer to investigate the photoacclimation of hard corals in the turbid waters of the non-protected reefs in PK and PS.

Corrigendum to "Optimization of ultrasound-assisted extraction of phenolic content & antioxidant activity of hog plum (. ) pulp by response surface methodology" [Heliyon Volume 8, Issue 10, October 2022, Article e11109].

[This corrects the article DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.

Biophysical assessments and blood profiling reveal physiological adaptations and environmental interactions of hilsa shad (Tenualosa ilisha).

The hilsa shad (Tenualosa ilisha) is a migratory fish of great economic and cultural importance in Bangladesh. However, its physiological adaptations to diverse environmental conditions are not well understood. This study provides a comprehensive assessment of the biophysical, hematological, and biochemical characteristics of hilsa shad from riverine, estuarine, and marine environments in Bangladesh.

Exploring the oncogenic role and prognostic value of in human lung adenocarcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma.

Introduction: Lung cancer (LC) is a highly aggressive malignancy and remains a leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide. Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), which includes adenocarcinoma (LUAD) and squamous cell carcinoma (LUSC), accounts for the majority of these deaths. Due to the lack of early clinical symptoms and late-stage diagnosis, there is an urgent need for precise and targeted therapeutic strategies.

Analysis of radionuclides and radiation hazards in soil, sediment, water, and rock in Sylhet, Bangladesh.

The natural radioactivity level in soil, sediment, and water samples collected from the Bisnakandi region in Sylhet was measured using a high-purity germanium detector. The mean activity concentrations of radionuclides in samples from the Bisnakandi were: 232Th (surface soil: 28.60 ± 6.

Fermentation of Sapodilla juice with Lactobacillus acidophilus: Fermentation kinetics and evaluation of functional properties.

Nowadays, probiotic-enriched fruit drinks are one of the most demanding products in the global market. In line with this trend, lactic acid bacteria are commonly used in these industries primarily due to their beneficial effects on health and ability to improve food quality. This study evaluated the adaptability and suitability of the Lactobacillus acidophilus (LA 14) strain for fermenting Sapodilla juice, monitoring its effect on viable cells during storage conditions, and the juice's phytochemical, antioxidant, enzyme inhibitory, and sensorial properties.

How monitoring crops and drought, combined with climate projections, enhances food security: Insights from the Northwestern regions of Bangladesh.

Crop and drought monitoring are vital for sustainable agriculture, as they ensure optimal crop growth, identify stress factors, and enhance productivity, all of which contribute to food security. However, climate projections are equally important as they provide future adaptation scenarios for agriculture. This study aims to project climatic scenarios for northern Bangladesh, assess agricultural and meteorological drought, and estimate crop yield using remote sensing and field data.

TFP-BD: An image dataset for Traffic Flow and Pedestrian movement analysis on Bangladeshi urban roads.

In Bangladesh, people sadly are not very much concerned about traffic rules. This study focuses on traffic flow patterns at four locations in Dhaka: Shapla Chattar, Arambag, Bashabo and Abul Hotel. Foot over bridges were used to collect video data, which captured single-lane and double-lane traffic conditions involving different types of vehicles and irregular pedestrian movement.

Comprehensive analysis of intervention and control studies for the computational identification of dengue biomarker genes.

Dengue fever, caused by the dengue virus (DENV), presents a significant global health concern, with millions of cases reported annually. Despite significant progress in understanding Dengue fever, effective prognosis and treatment remain elusive due to the complex clinical presentations and limitations in current diagnostic methods. The virus, transmitted primarily by the Aedes aegypti mosquito, exists in four closely related forms, each capable of causing flu-like symptoms ranging from mild febrile illness to severe manifestations such as plasma leakage and hemorrhagic fever.

Biochar enhances seed germination and crop early growth for sustainable agriculture in Bangladesh.

Biochar (BC) application to low-fertility soils enhances crop yield, soil quality, and sustainable agricultural production. Although many studies have explored the effects of biochar on tropical crops, research specific to Bangladesh is limited. Given the agrarian system in Bangladesh, dense population, and vulnerability to climate change, adopting sustainable agricultural practices is essential.

Impact of Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Cognitive Outcomes in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review.

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is defined as a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that is characterized by a set of deficits not limited to social communication, which is restricted and repetitive behaviors. The prevalence of autism has been seen to be consistently increasing globally. Autism is multifactorial in its etiology, and it involves several physiological systems, including the central nervous system and the gut-brain axis.

Extraction of pectin from watermelon rinds using sequential ultrasound-microwave technique: Optimization using RSM and ANN modeling and characterization.

This study aimed to optimize pectin extraction from watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) rind using sequential ultrasound-microwave assisted extraction (UMAE) with artificial neural network (ANN) and response surface methodology (RSM). The effects of pH, sonication time, microwave power, and irradiation time on pectin yield were evaluated. The ANN model showed higher precision in predicting yield compared to the RSM model.

Comparing Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists to Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors in Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction: A Systematic Review.

Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) is a subtype of congestive heart failure distinguished by a normal ejection fraction. Comorbidities associated with its development typically include chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and obesity that restrict the heart's filling pressure. Since heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) has been the subject of much research, physicians have always been faced with the problem of a lack of effective therapeutic interventions when treating patients with HFpEF.

Assessment of serum biomarker changes following the COVID-19 pandemic and vaccination: a cohort study in Sylhet, Bangladesh.

Objectives: Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) has spread throughout the world and the current COVID-19 vaccines have shown to be the most effective means of combating the COVID-19. This study focused to examine the status of serum biomarkers in individuals infected and non-infected with SARS-CoV-2, both before and after COVID-19 pandemic and vaccination.

Methods: This study comprised 133 adults aged 35 and older including both academic and non-academic personnel associated with Shahjalal University of Science and Technology in Sylhet, Bangladesh.

Evaluation of groundwater quality and potential health risks in the Tengratila Gas Field Blowout Region, Bangladesh: An in-depth analysis utilizing multivariate statistics, heavy metal indices and Monte Carlo simulation.

Safe drinking water assessment is crucial for municipal and national health and socioeconomic issues. This study focuses on drinking water quality and health risks around the Tengratila gas field, which experienced two blowouts within six months in 2005. In total, 27 groundwater samples were collected for evaluating several physicochemical parameters and heavy metal concentrations.

XLTLDisNet: A novel and lightweight approach to identify tomato leaf diseases with transparency.

Agricultural productivity is essential for global economic development by ensuring food security, boosting incomes and supporting employment. It enhances stability, reduces poverty and promotes sustainable growth, creating a robust foundation for overall economic progress and improved quality of life worldwide. However, crop diseases can significantly affect agricultural output and economic resources.