Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences

Factors Influencing the Decision to Have Children in Iranian Military Families: A Qualitative Study

Objective: The present study was conducted to explain the dynamics of military families and the factors influencing childbearing within the context of Iranian society. Methods and Materials: This study was conducted using a qualitative approach based on grounded theory, employing...

Modelling the economic and health impacts of crises: a system dynamics analysis of health and military investments across income groups

This study uses a calibrated system-dynamics model to compare the economic and health implications of health-system and military expenditure during crises across high-, middle-, and low-income countries. Annual data for 180 countries cover 1990–2024; the model was calibrated over...

Black Myrobalan (Terminalia chebula) as a potential multitarget neuroprotective agent: Translational insights and future directions in neurodegenerative diseases

Myrobalan or Haritaki ( Terminalia chebula Retz. ) has been integrated into Ayurvedic, Unani, and even Tibetan medicine systems for over 2000 years. The “King of Medicines” has traditionally been used for diverse ailments such as digestive issues, wound healing, and general body...

Combined transcranial direct current stimulation and embodiment-based psychotherapy on interoceptive awareness and depressive symptoms in patients with major depressive disorder: a randomized, sham-controlled clinical trial

Major depressive disorder (MDD) is associated with impaired interoceptive processing, contributing to emotional dysregulation and disturbed bodily experience. Although transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) and embodiment-based psychotherapy (EPT) have each shown therapeu...

Strategic analysis of online pharmacy implementation: a scoping review and SWOT-based framework

The expansion of online pharmacies, a key development in digital health, has influenced both patient care and health system operations. Despite their benefits, these platforms face regulatory, infrastructural, and safety challenges. This study aimed to provide a strategic overvie...

Investigating the effect of buprenorphine on pain in the acute phase of patients with mild traumatic brain injury: a double-blind clinical trial

INTRODUCTION: TBI is one of the main causes of neurological, behavioral, and physiological disorders. The aim of this pilot research was to assess the efficacy and safety of using buprenorphine in treatment of mild TBI complications. METHODS: This double-blind, randomized clinica...

Factors affecting the prediction of health care costs in cardiovascular patients using artificial intelligence tools: a systematic review of regression and machine learning approaches

Abstract Introduction Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are a public health issue in many countries and the primary cause of disease burden worldwide, leading to the increasing cost of health care. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) tools offer promising solution...

EducaPlay gamified digital assessment versus traditional assessment in undergraduate nursing education: a quasi experimental study

Gamified digital assessment combines interactive clinical cases, structured progression, and immediate feedback within the assessment process. This study compared immediate case-based performance and assessment experience outcomes between the EducaPlay gamified digital assessment...

Antibacterial and antibiofilm properties of 1,3,4-oxadiazoles against multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolated from burn infections – an in vitro study

Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a major causative agent of burn wound infections, frequently characterised by multidrug resistance (MDR) and robust biofilm formation, which limit the efficacy of conventional antibiotics. 1,3,4-Oxadiazole derivatives have emerged as potential antimicrob...

Analysis of the Interactive Relationships Between Barriers Affecting Patients’ Informed Consent

Introduction Getting informed consent right isn’t just a box to check. It’s a vital part of building trust and ensuring the best possible care. When done well, it can make patients feel more confident and involved in their treatment, which often leads to better outcomes and highe...

Oral Immunization with YncE-Encapsulated Chitosan Nanoparticles Confers Protective Immunity against Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC) in a BALB/c Murine Model.

Background: Every year, a large number of people worldwide suffer from gastrointestinal diseases such as diarrhea. Among this population, children under five are particularly vulnerable and are at increased risk of death or malnutrition. Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC) is...