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1. IntroductionIt has been shown that around 85% of waste generated in hospitals globally is non-hazardous and does not need to be incinerated . Studies across Europe show that over 70% of the contaminated waste stream contains waste…

1. IntroductionThe Patient Blood Management (PBM) standard represents the integrated use of appropriate transfusion practices, multidisciplinary collaboration, preoperative diagnosis of anemia and appropriate clinical decision-making…

New Orleans, June 7th, 2022 – Today, nonprofits Opportunity@Work and the Ad Council announced a new collaborative effort that will inspire employers to remove hiring barriers that block the majority of workers in the U.S. from earning…

Behavioral Sciences, Vol. 14, Pages 281: Implementing a Multi-Disciplinary, Evidence-Based Resilience Intervention for Moral Injury Syndrome: Systemic Barriers and Facilitators Behavioral Sciences doi: 10.3390/bs14040281 Authors: J.…

Director of Integrated Nuclear Weapons Safety & Security at the U.S. Navy’s Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Arnold-Berrios exhibits the qualities of a poised leader—a woman who has successfully…

Managers/Local PolicymakersLM1Values or beliefsI believe the landscapes of the hot springs need protection, primarily the responsibility of the government. It should also be noted that in many hot spring landscape locations, the current…

1. IntroductionRefugee mothers are vulnerable to cultural stereotyping and socioeconomic hardships when they migrate to a new country . This vulnerability often has a negative impact on refugee mothers’ breastfeeding practices, related…

The challenges and barriers to quality education in SSA impact a wide breadth of individuals. While SSA countries grapple with multiple barriers and challenges, solutions are not universal. Each SSA country has its own context and…

1. IntroductionNon-communicable diseases (NCDs) continue to increase globally, with a disproportionate impact on low- to middle-income countries (LMICs) . As the primary cause of death, NCDs account for 41 million deaths annually,…

In today's digital world, access to technology and the Internet enables boundless opportunities.  Now more than ever, women and girls are seizing these opportunities to smash barriers and soar to new heights.  For women and girls,…

Advocacy (trans rights, services, community engagement, etc.)Definition/Context: Reported taking on the cause or seeking to defend the Trans community.EmpowermentDefinition/Context: Processes of becoming stronger and more confident,…

CREEMORE, Ontario, March 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As we approach World Water Day on March 22, Water First Education and Training Inc. wants to know what safe water means to you. For the Creemore, Ontario-based nonprofit, safe…

1. IntroductionElectric vehicles (EVs) represent a crucial avenue for fostering an environmentally conscious evolution and low-carbon metamorphosis within the global automotive industry . The latest report from the International Energy…

This is an early access version, the complete PDF, HTML, and XML versions will be available soon. Open AccessSystematic Review Department of Economic and Legal Studies, University of Naples Parthenope, 80133 Naples, Italy *…

1. IntroductionThe photovoltaic noise barrier (PVNB) is an environmentally friendly facility that integrates solar photovoltaic power generation technology with traditional acoustic technology to reduce noise and provide electrical…

Abstract This study addresses the critical need for accessible clinical screening in communities with a high incidence of Patients with Limited English Proficiency (PLEP). Recognizing the limitations of…

4.3.1. Fuzzy SWARA Results and DiscussionThe second part of this study applies the quantitative methods of Fuzzy SWARA and MRA for hypothesis testing. After the experts coupled the hurdles into three main themes, they were assessed by…

1. IntroductionAs the fourth most populous country in the world, waste is an ongoing problem in Indonesia . According to the ASEAN Post , Indonesia has the second highest rate of waste generation in the world after China, with 34.29% of…

As of 2020, women make up >14% of sworn officers and 3% of police leadership in the U.S. This under-representation of women in policing undermines public safety.Research shows women officers use less force and less excessive force,…

News ReleaseWednesday, March 6, 2024 NIH-funded research networks provide evidence on cabotegravir and rilpivirine in additional populations.Long-acting, injectable antiretroviral therapy (ART) suppressed HIV replication…

At a Glance A study in India found that children with diarrhea often aren’t given oral rehydration salts because providers assume that parents prefer other treatments. Strategies are needed to raise awareness among health care…

This section presents, for each barrier, the PMSs and why they have been classified as having capacity to mitigate or eliminate that barrier. At the end, there is a discussion about the relationship between PMSs and sustainable…

1. Introduction and ObjectivesThe automotive industry is a major player in the global economy, but concerns about its environmental impact have grown . Efforts to integrate sustainability face notable challenges, particularly within…

1. IntroductionThe human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection. About 13 million women and men in the United States (US) acquire HPV each year. HPV is a risk factor for genital warts as well as…

WASHINGTON—The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is seeking comment from the public on how U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) can reduce barriers that prevent both U.S. and foreign citizens from obtaining access to the…

1973 satellite image of Antarctica's Pine Island Glacier ice shelf showing several visible bumps on the ice surface. Credit: University of Edinburgh…

2.1. Study AreaFor this study, we selected the southern part of Ghana, an area with a rich mineral resource endowment. During the 18th century, Ghana was known as the Gold Coast under the British colonial rule and was home to…

The International Panel on Climate Change (2023) warns that global warming and greenhouse emissions keep increasing, and human activities continue to contribute it due to humans’ unsustainable energy use, lifestyles, and patterns of…

5.1. Discussion of the ResultsA complete Delphi and DEMATEL framework is employed to examine EV adoption barriers in Thailand. A survey of four experts found that the most critical obstacles to the adoption of EVs by individuals were…

1. IntroductionEmergency department (ED) overcrowding is a growing problem worldwide . It has been associated with increased waiting times, morbidity and mortality, and decreased quality of care . High ED users have historically been…

Prevelance of each NPI domain for immigrants and non-immigrants. NPI: neuropsychiatric inventory. Differences between the groups at the .05 level and .001 level are…

1. IntroductionClimate change impacts mental health through a complex multidimensional interaction between causal and correlational pathways . Directly or indirectly, climate change is linked to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD),…

4. Conclusions and Future WorkThis paper used PESTLE analysis as a tool to highlight the different challenges of P2P energy trading development from political (P), economic (E), social (S), technological (T), legal (L) and environmental…

This is an early access version, the complete PDF, HTML, and XML versions will be available soon. Open AccessArticle by 1, 2 and 1,3,4,* 1 Department of Public Health, School of Health Care Sciences, Sefako Makgatho…

1. IntroductionIn recent decades, improved health, social, and medical services have enabled people with intellectual disabilities (ID) to live longer; however, they thus become exposed to health conditions associated with aging . The…

1. IntroductionOne of the first scientific warnings about the environmental and climate consequences of the current growth model, which is not sustainable, was the Club of Rome’s Report, The Limits of Growth (in 1972) . The current…

WASHINGTON—U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) today announced updated policy guidance to clarify and conform with the revision of Form N-648, Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions. Consistent with this…

1. IntroductionThe construction industry significantly contributes to negative environmental impacts on the ecosystem. The building sector stands as a primary contributor to the emission of greenhouse gases (GHGs), which is responsible…

Karin Han, MPH1; Jessica Gannon, MSW1; Sarah Moreland-Russell, PhD1 (View author affiliations) Suggested citation for this article: Han K, Gannon J, Moreland-Russell S. Barriers and Facilitators to Program Sustainability Among…

1. IntroductionIn most countries today, the efficiency of healthcare systems is critical. Yet few, if any, nations can claim that there is not a high level of wastage inherent within their existing health infrastructure . According to a…

1. IntroductionAdequate menstrual hygiene is defined as clean absorbent supplies, privacy to change and wash, water and soap to wash, disposal facilities, education/awareness and dignity-affirming spaces . As such, a comprehensive…

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Approximately four of five primary care clinicians consider themselves on the front lines of brain…

1. IntroductionThe ongoing evolution of migration dynamics demands a heightened focus on addressing pressing public health concerns, particularly in the context of infectious disease transmission. Recent estimates from the United…

1. IntroductionA sustainable and environmentally friendly future is largely dependent on alternate energy resources. The significance of renewable energy sources cannot be over emphasized, especially considering climate change and the…

Flooding is the top environmental hazard identified in the UK’s National Risk Register, after a pandemic. Around one in six homes are currently at risk of flooding – a value likely to increase.Many floods are caused by unusually high…

January 19, 2024 – Health insurance that goes from costing zero to even a few dollars per month can keep low-income individuals from accessing coverage, according to a new study co-authored by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public…

As of early January 2024, discussion of the Gaza war heavily focuses on its humanitarian costs, cease fire possibilities, hostage prospects, and “day after” options. Yet what longer-term strategy guides actions on these vital issues…

January 19, 2024 | Austin, Texas | Press Release Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard continue to work…

1. IntroductionMental disorders, particularly depression and anxiety, are the leading contributors to years lived with disability and are the most significant contributor to disability in young people, with over 75% of mental disorders…

The study was guided by an advisory committee convened by NRDC that brought diverse knowledge and experience across affordable housing, including Association for Energy Affordability, Enterprise Community Partners, Housing…