The impact of emotional labor on the health in the workplace: a narrative review of literature from 2013–2018

Aims and method As drug policies pertaining to cannabis use become more liberalised, the prevalence of cannabis use in pregnancy could increase. However, there is limited guidance available for clinicians. This paper presents a narrative review of literature published in the past 16 years (2006–2021) to (a) address the impact of legalisation and decriminalisation on the risks, ethics and support of women who use cannabis during pregnancy and (b) develop guidance for clinicians. Results Both national and international trends suggest increased use of cannabis over the past decade, while the risks of cannabis use for recreational or medicinal purposes in pregnancy remain unmitigated. Clinical implications This review confirmed that the recommendation of cannabinoid-based products for pregnant and breast-feeding women is currently premature. More research is needed to address safety concerns. We discussed navigating ethical concerns and suggest targeted management strategies for clinicians treating pregnant women who choose to use cannabis.

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Professional risk in processing processes complex (review of literature)

Sanitarnyj vrač (Sanitary Inspector) ◽

10.33920/med-08-2003-03 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 29-37

Author(s):

L. Mavrina ◽

E. Shaikhlislamova ◽

I. Khasanova ◽

L. Karimova ◽

N. Muldasheva ◽

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Keyword(s):

Working Conditions ◽

Urgent Problem ◽

Review Of Literature ◽

Complex Materials ◽

Work Analysis ◽

Production Factors ◽

Bibliographic Data ◽

Industrial Injuries ◽

The Impact ◽

Safe Working

The relevance of the problem. Ensuring safe working conditions is currently an urgent problem of our time. Purpose of work. Analysis of bibliographic data on issues of occupational risk, industrial injuries among workers of the processing complex. Materials and methods. To achieve this goal, materials related to this topic were studied in the works of domestic and foreign scientists. Results. A lot of scientific works are devoted to the problem of assessing professional risk in the production of a processing complex. Modern research has proved that risk assessment is one of the main methods for analyzing the impact of various production factors on an employee. Conclusion Occupational morbidity and industrial injuries are a consequence of unsatisfactory conditions and labor protection in enterprises.

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Impact of dust and sand storms on the aviation operation and assessment of conditions for their occurrence at aerodromes in European Russia

Hydrometeorological research and forecasting ◽

10.37162/2618-9631-2020-4-78-95 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 4 ◽

pp. 78-95

Author(s):

A.R. Ivanova ◽

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E.N. Skriptunova ◽

N.I. Komasko ◽

A.A. Zavialova ◽

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Keyword(s):

Seasonal Variations ◽

Dust Storms ◽

European Russia ◽

Air Transport ◽

Review Of Literature ◽

Dust Transport ◽

Air Masses ◽

The Past ◽

Sand Storm ◽

The Impact

A review of literature on the impact of dust and sand storms on the air transport operation is presented. Observational data on dust storms at the aerodromes of European Russia for the period of 2001-2019 are analyzed. The seasonal variations in dust transport episodes at aerodromes and its relationship with visibility changes are discussed. The characteristics of dusty air masses and advection are given. It is concluded that the frequency of dust transfer episodes for the aerodromes under study has decreased over the past five years, except for Gumrak aerodrome (Volgograd). Keywords: dust storm, sand storm, aviation, visibility, seasonal variations, aerodrome оf European Russia

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Meconium peritonitis: review of literature and own clinical observations

10.21516/2413-1458-2020-19-2-117-124 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

E.N. Glavatskaya , O.V. Pribushenya , N.A. Venchikova

Keyword(s):

Prenatal Diagnosis ◽

Premature Birth ◽

Surgical Care ◽

Intestinal Wall ◽

Meconium Peritonitis ◽

Review Of Literature ◽

Review Of The Literature ◽

Clinical Observations ◽

Loop Expansion ◽

The Impact

Two clinical cases of meconium peritonitis in the fetuses are presented. The diagnosis was made prenatally at 30+5 and 20+1 weeks of gestation. The main ultrasound signs were ascites, loop expansion and thickening of the intestinal wall, peritoneal calcifications, meconium pseudocysts. In one case, pregnancy was complicated by polyhydramnios. In both cases, the pregnancy ended in premature birth, followed by surgical treatment during the first days of life. A review of the literature on the topic are discussed the etiology, the spectrum and frequency of ultrasound signs suggesting this condition in the fetus, the effectiveness of prenatal diagnosis, the prognosis for the life and health of the newborn, as well as the impact of the quality and timeliness of the prenatal diagnosis on the management of pregnancy and timeliness of surgical care for the newborn.

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Quality of Life and Mental Health of Infertile Women Affected by Endometriosis: A Narrative Review

Current Women s Health Reviews ◽

10.2174/1573404815666190405112419 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 15 (4) ◽

pp. 238-244

Author(s):

Cristina Zarbo ◽

Agostino Brugnera ◽

Rita Secomandi ◽

Ilario Candeloro ◽

Chiara Malandrino ◽

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Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Mental Health ◽

Narrative Review ◽

Stress Perception ◽

Infertile Women ◽

Assisted Reproductive Treatment ◽

General Quality ◽

The Impact ◽

Test Outcomes

Objective: Infertility has a severe impact on quality of life and mental health. This condition could be exacerbated by the existence of comorbid medical disease, like endometriosis. The aim of this critical narrative review is the examination of the state of the art about the quality of life and mental health in infertile women with endometriosis. Methods: We performed a rigorous and systematic search for studies on multiple electronic databases. A total of 6 papers were included in the review and were subjected to interpretative and critical narrative synthesis. Results and Discussion: Major findings are resumed in the following points: (a) infertile women with endometriosis when compared to infertile ones without endometriosis show higher depression, stress perception, and anxiety, and lower general quality of life; (b) quality of life specifically related to infertility is similar among women with and without endometriosis and seems to be related to personality and beliefs factors; (c) giving birth to a child is related to better mental quality of life; (d) during assisted reproductive treatment (ART) stimulation, infertile women with endometriosis have a decrease of dysmenorrhea and dyspareunia; (e) satisfaction of ART is related to the number of attempts, treatment accomplishment and pregnancy test outcomes. Clinical implications of these findings and suggestions for future researches were discussed. Conclusion: Concluding, it is crucial to assess the psychological factors related to endometriosis and infertility to reduce the impact of these diseases on quality of life and mental health, provide adequate support to these patients, improve their satisfaction and increase the change to get pregnant.

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Virological Factors Associated with Failure to the Latest Generation of Direct Acting Agents (DAA) and Re-Treatment Strategy: A Narrative Review

Viruses ◽

10.3390/v13030432 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (3) ◽

pp. 432

Author(s):

Lorenzo Onorato ◽

Mariantonietta Pisaturo ◽

Mario Starace ◽

Carmine Minichini ◽

Alessandra Di Fraia ◽

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Keyword(s):

Liver Disease ◽

Hepatitis C ◽

Antiviral Agents ◽

Clinical Problem ◽

Narrative Review ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Direct Acting Antiviral ◽

Direct Acting ◽

The Impact ◽

Direct Acting Antiviral Agents

The availability of all oral direct acting antiviral agents (DAAs) has revolutionized the management of HCV infections in recent years, allowing to achieve a sustained virological response (SVR) in more than 95% of cases, irrespective of hepatitis C Virus (HCV) genotype or staging of liver disease. Although rare, the failure to the latest-generation regimens (grazoprevir/elbasvir, sofosbuvir/velpatasvir, pibrentasvir/glecaprevir) represents a serious clinical problem, since the data available in the literature on the virological characteristics and management of these patients are few. The aim of the present narrative review was to provide an overview of the impact of baseline RASs in patients treated with the latest-generation DAAs and to analyze the efficacy of the available retreatment strategies in those who have failed these regimens.

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Immunoglobulin levels in systemic lupus erythematosus: A narrative review

Lupus ◽

10.1177/09612033211004714 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 096120332110047

Author(s):

Ibrahim Almaghlouth ◽

Sindhu R Johnson ◽

Eleanor Pullenayegum ◽

Dafna Gladman ◽

Murray Urowitz

Keyword(s):

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus ◽

Lupus Erythematosus ◽

Narrative Review ◽

Special Focus ◽

Immunoglobulin Level ◽

Systemic Lupus ◽

External Threats ◽

Self Tolerance ◽

Low Levels ◽

The Impact

Immunoglobulins play a fundamental role in the protection of the human body against internal and external threats. They also contribute to the immune system homeostasis and maintenance of self-tolerance. Hypogammaglobulinemia is occasionally encountered in routine clinical practice by rheumatologists. Low levels of immunoglobulins can occur as primary or secondary issues and may predispose patients to various forms of infection. However, the impact of the low immunoglobulin level abnormality varies with the underlying condition. In this narrative review, we shed light on the overall types and functions of immunoglobulins for clinicians. We discuss important principles of immunoglobulin measurements. We then consider the primary and secondary causes of low immunoglobulins with a special focus on hypogammaglobulinemia in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).

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Religion, Belonging, and Active Citizenship: A Systematic Review of Literature on Muslim Youth in Australia

Religions ◽

10.3390/rel12040237 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 12 (4) ◽

pp. 237

Author(s):

Mehmet Ozalp ◽

Mirela Ćufurović

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Civic Engagement ◽

The Body ◽

Active Citizenship ◽

Review Of Literature ◽

The West ◽

Important Conclusion ◽

Muslim Youth ◽

Effective Manner ◽

The Impact

Muslim youth have been under scrutiny over the last two decades from a radicalisation and countering violent extremism lens. This bias has largely carried itself to research conducted on Muslim youth in the West. This article undertakes a systematic review and analysis of literature conducted on Muslim youth in the West and in Australia in the last two decades since 11 September 2001. The body of literature in this field can be grouped under three main themes: (1) the impact of terrorism policies and discourse on Muslim youth and their disengaged identities, (2) the relationship between religion (Islam) and civic engagement of Muslim youth, and (3) Muslim youth as active citizens. An important conclusion of this review is that most of the research is dated. There have been significant changes in the development of youth as they quickly evolve and adapt. The systematic review of literature exposed a number of gaps in the research: the current literature ignores generic adolescent factors and external social factors other than Islam that also influence Muslim youth; studies that examine both online and traditional activism and volunteering space are needed to understand the dynamics of change and shift; research needs to focus on Muslim youth who were born and raised in Australia rather than focus only on migrant youth; the ways some Muslim youth use their unique sense of identity as Australian Muslims to become successful citizens engaged in positive action is not known; how Muslim youth use avenues other than their faith to express themselves in civic engagement and their commitment to society is underexplored; it is not known the degree to which bonding networks influence the identity formation and transformation of Muslim youth; there is no research done to examine how adult–youth partnership is managed in organisations that successfully integrate youth in their leadership; there is a need to include Australian Muslim youth individual accounts of their active citizenship; there is a need to understand the process of positive Muslim youth transformations as a complement to the current focus on the radicalisation process. Addressing these gaps will allow a more complete understanding of Muslim youth in the West and inform educational and social policies in a more effective manner.

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The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Urology Residents: a Narrative Review

Current Urology Reports ◽

10.1007/s11934-021-01063-9 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 22 (9) ◽

Author(s):

Johnathan A. Khusid ◽

Mahyar Kashani ◽

Lauren E. Fink ◽

Corey S. Weinstein ◽

Mantu Gupta

Keyword(s):

Narrative Review ◽

The Impact

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Factors Impacting Pharmaceutical Prices and Affordability: Narrative Review

Pharmacy ◽

10.3390/pharmacy9010001 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 9 (1) ◽

pp. 1

Author(s):

Kah Seng Lee ◽

Yaman Walid Kassab ◽

Nur Akmar Taha ◽

Zainol Akbar Zainal

Keyword(s):

Narrative Review ◽

Financial Advisors ◽

Cost Information ◽

Electronic Prescription ◽

Related Information ◽

Pharmaceutical Distribution ◽

Out Of Pocket Expenses ◽

Additional Charges ◽

The Impact ◽

Pharmaceutical Prices

Increasing prescription drug pricing often reflects additional work stress on medical professionals because they function as financial advisors for patients and help them manage out-of-pocket expenses. Providers or prescribers wish to help patients with prescription costs but often lack related information. Healthcare plan providers try to display prescription and drug cost information on their websites, but such data may not be linked to electronic prescription software. A mark-up is defined as the additional charges and costs that are applied to the price of a product for the purpose of covering overhead costs, distribution charges, and profit. Therefore, the policies implemented in the pharmaceutical distribution chain might include the regulation of wholesale and retails mark-ups and pharmaceutical remuneration. If mark-ups are regulated, countries are highly recommended to use regressive mark-ups rather than fixed percentage mark-ups. This narrative review provides insights into the framework of pharmaceutical mark-up systems by describing different factors impacting pharmaceutical prices and affordability. These include the interplay of medicine pricing and the supply chain, the impact of pertinent laws and regulation and out-of-pocket expenditure.

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