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Wadie Salah, 103 years old from al-Ta'amra (from the Salah family); Salem Salah, 103 years old from al-Ta'amra (from the Salah family); Mra'e Sha'ebat, 95 years old from Beit Sahour; and Khadeja Ramadan, 95 years old from al-Khader discussing the Ottoman period and World War I
No full textWadie Salah (103 years old from al-Ta'amra) interviewed in 1995.He discusses the following: locust plague and how they used to put locusts in a hole and burn them; spread of disease and starvation during World War I; people used to collect animal dung and dead animal bones and boil them in water to survive.Salem Salah (103 years old from al-Ta'amra) He discusses the following: locust plague; emigration caused by the dire economic situation during the war; people used to eat herbs to survive. Mra‘e Sha‘ebat (95 years old from Beit Sahour).She discusses the following: locust plague and how they multiplied because every egg contained 99 locusts; spread of disease, especially cholera; people used to travel east to find food to bring back; discusses Ottoman military conscription. Khadeja Ramadan (95 years old from al-Khader).She discusses the following: locust plague - the appearance of the the locusts and their large size; used to put the locusts in a hole and burn them; the locusts eggs meant they kept multiplying; military conscription – anyone caught trying to run away would be killed. Original audio recording: 2 cassette tapes. Transcript: word for word. In the original collection at Bethlehem University these cassette tapes were categorised as File 3 of Box 13. This fileset exists as part of the Ottoman Empire and World War I collection within the Bethlehem University Oral History project of the Planet Bethlehem Archive.</div
Knowledge and Skills of Hands-only Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training among Secondary School Students: An Interventional Study
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Magadi
Khadeja H,
Al-Harbi Manal F,
Soliman Aziza T,
Alashmawy Maha A.
Knowledge
and Skills of Hands-only Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training among
Secondary School Students: An Interventional Study.
Journal
of Education, Health and Sport. 2018;8(9):294-300. eISNN 2391-8306.
DOI http://dx.doi.org/10.6084/m9.figshare.6988685
http://ojs.ukw.edu.pl/index.php/johs/article/view/5838
https://pbn.nauka.gov.pl/sedno-webapp/works/874082
ABSTRACT
Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of a
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)Training program (hands only) on
retention of knowledge and skills among secondary school female
students in Riyadh city. Methodology: An intervention study
was conducted. The sample was recruited by multistage sampling to
elaborate the targeted schools for research implementation. The
allocated school was in Riyadh city, with 92 Female Secondary School.
The capacity of this school was 508 students, and 117 students who
met the inclusion criteria were included in the study. Data were
collected using a structured questionnaire and checklist skills
evaluation sheet. Results: In light of the current study
findings, the majority of the students were between 17 and 19 years.
The present study showed that almost 100% of students were
willing to learn CPR; 81.2% and 76.9% of students felt comfortable
and confident to perform CPR when needed directly after training and
a 4-month follow up, respectively. All students reported that they
benefitted from the program. In general, it was found that BLS
knowledge was very poor before training while students’ retention
of the knowledge and skills ranged from fair to poor after 4-month
follow up. Conclusion: Although the current study has only
examined female students in secondary schools which limit the
generalizability of the result, it provides additional evidence with
respect to the Ministry of Education and health care service sector
to collaborate and introduce the basic life support program into the
school curriculum. National programs are needed by well-equipped
nurses for teachers and students in schools regarding basic life
support and emergency first aid through the Saudi Ministry of Health
in cooperation with nongovernmental societies.</p
The Effectiveness of Using Storytelling Technique in Enhancing 11th Graders' Listening Comprehension Sub-Skills in Middle Gaza Governorate
No full textThis study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of using storytelling technique in enhancing 11th graders' listening comprehension sub-skills in Gaza Middle Governorate. To answer the questions of the study , the researcher adopted the experimental approach .The sample of the study consisted of ( 74) female students from Shohada Al Mgazee secondary school ( B ) , the sample was divided into two groups ; experimental(37) and control group(37) .The storytelling technique was used in teaching the experimental group, while the traditional method was used to instruct the control group in the second term of the school year ( 2009-2010). The study examined the improvement shown by the experimental group who received storytelling technique integrated with (9)weeks through the training materials from the first of February to the end of March. Eight stories, which represent the proposed program , were used to measure the four sub-skills ; predicting , telling the main idea , recognizing characters and summarizing the events . The researcher used pre- and post tests as the tools of the research . The data of the study were analyzed , using t.test paired sample in addition to Eta square(η2) used to calculate the size effect and to identify the effectiveness of using storytelling technique in enhancing 11th graders' listening comprehension sub-skills ; predicting , telling the main idea , recognizing characters and summarizing the events .The study indicated that there were statistically significant differences in the eleventh graders' listening comprehension sub-skills due to storytelling technique. Based on the finding , the researcher has recommended using storytelling as a technique to enhance listening comprehension sub-skills. This study has also suggested that further researches should be conducted on the effect of storytelling technique of learning English skills
Letter to the editor of Heliyon re: A novel compound heterozygous variation in the FKBP10 gene causes Bruck syndrome without congenital contractures: a case report. [Heliyon 2024; 10(7): e28680]
No full textThe recent article by Shang et al. [1] details a case involving osteopenia, fragility fractures, lumbar kyphosis, and dentinogenesis imperfecta (DI), but notably absent are congenital joint contractures. Yet, the case is classified as “Bruck syndrome type 1 (BS1) without congenital joint contractures or OI type XI.” This classification hinges on identified genetic mutations in the FKBP10 gene, specifically a novel compound heterozygous variation including mutations c.23dupG and c.825dupC, which lead to frameshift and premature stop codons.</p
A Novel Autosomal Recessive, Progeroid Syndrome with Short Stature, Mandibular Hypoplasia, Osteoporosis and Short Eyebrows Due to a Homozygous Mutation in PRRT3
No full textA homozygous p.Glu394Lys mutation in PRRT3 causes a novel autosomal recessive, progeroid syndrome with short stature, mandibular hypoplasia, osteoporosis, short eyebrows and mild GH deficiency.This submission meets the Extended Data Sets and Supplemental Materials requirements that are included in author guidelines for Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism (Print ISSN 0021-972X, Online ISSN 1945-7197).CONTEXT: Despite considerable progress in elucidating the molecular basis of various progeroid syndromes, some rare patients remain unexplained.
OBJECTIVE: To elucidate molecular genetic basis of a novel autosomal recessive progeroid syndrome.
PARTICIPANTS: A 21-year-old male and his 17-year-old sister with short stature, mandibular hypoplasia, pointed nose, shrill voice, severe osteoporosis, and short eyebrows; and their unaffected siblings and parents belonging to a consanguineous Arab family.
RESULTS: Using exome and Sanger sequencing, we report a novel homozygous p.Glu394Lys disease-causing mutation in proline rich transmembrane protein 3 (PRRT3). PRRT3 belongs to the family of proline-rich proteins containing several repeats of a short proline-rich sequence but its function remains to be determined. Preliminary observations showing co-localization of Prrt3 and synaptophysin support its role in vesicle exocytosis. Consistent with the highest mRNA expression of PRRT3 in the pituitary, both the patients had mild growth hormone deficiency but had near normal reproductive development.
CONCLUSIONS: We conclude that the homozygous p.Glu394Lys mutation in PRRT3 causes a novel autosomal recessive, progeroid syndrome with short stature, mandibular hypoplasia, osteoporosis, short eyebrows and mild GH deficiency. Our findings extend the spectrum of progeroid syndromes and elucidate important functions of PRRT3 in human biology including secretion of growth hormone from the pituitary
Crucial trials in neurosurgery: a must-know for every neurosurgeon
No full textIn the fast-progressing domain of neurosurgery, keeping up-to-date with pioneering clinical trials is not only advantageous, but also essential for delivering exceptional patient care. Young neurosurgeons and residents embarking on their careers must possess a profound comprehension of these crucial trials. These trials provide the foundation of evidence-based medicine, guiding clinical decision-making and influencing the future of patient treatments.
The objective of this study is to examine and assess the most impactful clinical trials in the field of neurosurgery. Through a detailed analysis and synthesis of the results from these trials, our aim is to create a helpful guide for young neurosurgeons, enabling them to remain updated and make well-informed decisions for their patients.</p
Comparing the clinical outcomes of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy and hiatal hernia repair with or without fundoplication for weight loss and gastrointestinal reflux resolution
No full textIntroductionEvidence suggests that hiatal hernia should be repaired if found during laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG), either to prevent new-onset post-operative gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD), or to treat pre-existing reflux symptoms. There is interest in performing laparoscopic Nissen's fundoplication (LNF) along with hiatal hernia repair (HHR) during LSG. This study aimed to determine whether hiatal crural repair alone is adequate for symptomatic control. We compared operative time, body mass index (BMI), and reflux symptoms between those undergoing LSG with HHR vs. LSG with HHR and LNF.Materials and methodsWe retrospectively analyzed clinical data of patients who underwent LSG with HHR. This cohort was divided into those with LNF (group 1) and without LNF (group 2). We collected patients' pre-operative BMI and GERD Questionnaire (GERD-Q) scores. We then compared pre-operative BMI and GERD-Q values with post-operative indices at 1-month, 3-months, and 6-months. The patients' medical records for operative findings and time between both groups was analyzed. Statistical analyses included Independent Samples T-tests, Paired T-tests, and correlation analysis.ResultsIn this study, 978 bariatric surgeries were performed. Of 431 LSG patients, 73 fulfilled the study criteria. Both groups showed significant reduction in BMI and GERD-Q scores post-operatively. Group 1 had a decrease in BMI from an average pre-operative value of 38.03–32.17 at 6 months (p < 0.001), and GERD-Q scores from 12.25 to 6.47 (p < 0.001). Group 2 showed a BMI decrease from 39.63 to 31.67 (p < 0.001) and GERD-Q scores from 11.54 to 6.93 (p < 0.001) at 6 months. Average operative time was similar in both groups, 76.41 and 79.15 min for group 1 and 2, respectively (p = 0.621).ConclusionOur research with short-term results reports similar improvement in BMI and GERD symptoms in patients with LSG and HHR with or without LNF. A sound repair of hiatal crura combined with LSG leads to comparable outcomes to crural repair combined with LNF and LSG for weight loss and reflux resolution. Our short-term results do not support LNF in combination with LSG and HHR. Further research is essential to determine the long-term outcomes
Impact of Climatic Changes and Global Warming on Water Availability
No full textCurrent studies are performed to review the past 20 years literature regarding the impact of global warming and climatic changes on water availability, its quality/quantity/yield and consequent effects on nutrients, freshwater and biota. Water resources are susceptible to changes in climate. The water holding capacity of the atmosphere is increased with the rise of temperature. Global warming will cause increased sea levels due to the spreading of oceans and melting of glaciers. The flow of affected freshwater into the oceans will cause variations in stratification, nutrient availability, salinity, and turbidity, which will affect tourism, agriculture, and industry. The total amount of organic carbon availability varies from winter to warming, and there are also changes in enzymes' activities. There is a vast shift in rainfall due to climate changes. The intense precipitation, runoff, erosion, and transfer of a vast number of pollutants into the groundwater affect drinking water quality. Many organisms such as animals and plants migrate to other regions, so the biological composition of natural ecosystem agriculture is modified. We cannot measure these complicated processes precisely, yet we roughly estimate these processes through the extinction of species and variation in productivity. The temperature has a pronounced effect on the distribution of various species in different geographical regions. Warming shows an impact on interspecific and intraspecific interaction. It also has an impact growth period and yield of crops. The use of future climate models enables us to understand the environmental issues and future climate changes thoroughly
Comparing the clinical outcomes of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy and hiatal hernia repair with or without fundoplication for weight loss and gastrointestinal reflux resolution
No full textIntroduction: Evidence suggests that hiatal hernia should be repaired if found during laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG), either to prevent new-onset post-operative gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD), or to treat pre-existing reflux symptoms. There is interest in performing laparoscopic Nissen's fundoplication (LNF) along with hiatal hernia repair (HHR) during LSG. This study aimed to determine whether hiatal crural repair alone is adequate for symptomatic control. We compared operative time, body mass index (BMI), and reflux symptoms between those undergoing LSG with HHR vs. LSG with HHR and LNF.Materials and methods: We retrospectively analyzed clinical data of patients who underwent LSG with HHR. This cohort was divided into those with LNF (group 1) and without LNF (group 2). We collected patients' pre-operative BMI and GERD Questionnaire (GERD-Q) scores. We then compared pre-operative BMI and GERD-Q values with post-operative indices at 1-month, 3-months, and 6-months. The patients' medical records for operative findings and time between both groups was analyzed. Statistical analyses included Independent Samples T-tests, Paired T-tests, and correlation analysis.Results: In this study, 978 bariatric surgeries were performed. Of 431 LSG patients, 73 fulfilled the study criteria. Both groups showed significant reduction in BMI and GERD-Q scores post-operatively. Group 1 had a decrease in BMI from an average pre-operative value of 38.03-32.17 at 6 months (p p p p p = 0.621).Conclusion: Our research with short-term results reports similar improvement in BMI and GERD symptoms in patients with LSG and HHR with or without LNF. A sound repair of hiatal crura combined with LSG leads to comparable outcomes to crural repair combined with LNF and LSG for weight loss and reflux resolution. Our short-term results do not support LNF in combination with LSG and HHR. Further research is essential to determine the long-term outcomes.</p
