Author(s): Jäger AP; Steele CJ; Dreyer FR; Osterloh MR; Sadlon A; Nikulin V; Mohr B; Pulvermüller F;

Background: Intensive language-action therapy treats language deficits and depressive symptoms in chronic poststroke aphasia, yet the underlying neural mechanisms remain underexplored. Long-range temporal correlations (LRTCs) in blood oxygenation level-dependent signals indicate persistence in brain activity patterns and may relate to learning and levels ...

Article GUID: 40927858

Author(s): Pollock D; Hasanoff S; McBride G; Kanukula R; Tricco AC; Khalil H; Campbell F; Jia RM; Alexander L; Peters M; Vieira AM; Aromataris E; Nunn J; Saran A; Evans C; Godfrey C; Pieper D; de Moraes ÉB; Biesty L; Colquhoun H; Devane D; Toomey E ...

Introduction: Scoping reviews, mapping reviews and evidence and gap maps (collectively known as 'big picture reviews') in health continue to gain popularity within the evidence ecosystem. These big-picture reviews are beneficial for policy-makers, guideline developers and researchers with ...

Article GUID: 40759523

Author(s): Vézina-Im LA; Morin CM; Chen S; Ivers H; Carney CE; Chaput JP; Dang-Vu TT; Davidson JR; Robillard R;

Objectives: To evaluate whether bedtime screen use is associated with sleep health and if this association varies by biological sex, age, and income among adults in Canada. Methods: Data were collected through a national stratified random population-based phone interview on sleep health among ad ...

Article GUID: 40713469

Author(s): Wu KY; Su ME; Kim Y; Nguyen L; Marchand M; Tran SD;

Wearable biosensors are revolutionizing the landscape of modern healthcare by enabling continuous, non-invasive monitoring and real-time diagnostics across a myriad of medical applications. This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of wearable biosensors, beginning with an exploration of their fundamental components, including biological elements, tr ...

Article GUID: 40683741

Author(s): Alberga AS; Incollingo Rodriguez AC; Nagpal TS;

In this commentary, we discuss how the practice of measuring gestational weight gain may perpetuate weight stigma and resultant discrimination if not thoughtfully assessed. We offer suggestions to reduce the likelihood of weight stigma and discrimination in perinatal care settings.

Article GUID: 40652172

Author(s): Campbell JR; Russell WA; Wagner CE; Manuel DG; Anipindi V; Baral P; Evans TG; Hankins CA; Sander B;

The Government of Canada, through the COVID-19 Immunity Task Force (CITF), supported over 100 serosurveillance studies during the COVID-19 pandemic, building and strengthening the technical infrastructure necessary for a national serosurveillance network. The value of such a network extends beyon ...

Article GUID: 40588636

Author(s): Sajedi S; An C; Chen Z;

Single-use plastic products, such as water bottles, have become ubiquitous in modern society, contributing significantly to the growing problem of plastic waste in landfills, rivers, oceans, and natural habitats. This poses severe threats to biodiversity and ecosystem stability. The emergence of microplastics (1 µm to 5 mm) and nanoplastics (less than 1 µ ...

Article GUID: 40555020

Author(s): Yan B; Huang F; Ying J; Zhou D; Norouzi S; Zhang X; Wang B; Liu F;

Antibiotics are increasingly prevalent in global environments, driving antimicrobial resistance and disrupting microbial cycling. These impacts pose threats to human, animal, and environmental health. Therefore, addressing this emergent issue necessitates a One Health framework that integrates these interconnected dimensions. Here we systematically review ...

Article GUID: 40469481

Author(s): Forouhar V; Edache IY; Alberga AS;

The majority of Canadian adults are not meeting the recommended physical activity and sedentary behaviour guidelines. Previous studies have highlighted experiences of weight bias as a potential barrier to physical activity and an enabler of sedentary behaviours. Few studies have examined whether endorsing or internalizing weight bias is associated with th ...

Article GUID: 40374859

Author(s): Islam S; Rjoub G; Elmekki H; Bentahar J; Pedrycz W; Cohen R;

This survey paper explores the transformative role of Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), marking a paradigm shift from conventional, manually driven resuscitation practices to intelligent, data-driven interventions. It examines the evolution of CPR through the lens of predictive modeling, AI-enha ...

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Author(s): Hanley J; Ventura Sanchez G; Goswami P; Mayell S; McLaughlin J; Hennebry J;

BackgroundMigrant workers in Canada work in the most dangerous industries, with documented difficulties with occupational health and safety (OHS) and workers' compensation (WC). Little is known, however, about migrant workers' experiences with "return-to-work", the ultimate objective of WC for those who recover from their illness or inju ...

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