LONG-TERM PROBABILISTIC VOLCANIC HAZARD ASSESSMENT USING OPEN AND NON-OPEN DATA: OBSERVATIONS AND CURRENT ISSUES

Long-Term Probabilistic Volcanic Hazard Assessment Using Open and Non-open Data: Observations and Current Issues

Probabilistic volcanic hazard assessment (PVHA) has become the paradigm to quantify volcanic hazard over the last decades.Substantial aleatory and epistemic uncertainties in PVHA arise from complexity of physico-chemical processes, impossibility of their direct observation and, importantly, a severe scarcity of observables from past eruptions.One f

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A socio-ecological analysis of factors influencing HIV treatment initiation and adherence among key populations in Papua New Guinea

Abstract Background In Papua New Guinea (PNG) members of key populations, including female sex workers (FSW), men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgender women (TGW), have higher rates of HIV compared to the general adult population and low engagement in HIV care.This paper examines the socio-ecological factors that encourage or hinder HIV trea

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Assessing the impact of mindfulness programs on attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder in children and adolescents: a systematic review

Abstract Background Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a prevalent neurodevelopmental disorder which poses challenges for the individuals with the disorder and their families.While stimulant medications are effective, a comprehensive approach, including psychosocial and behavioral interventions, is recommended.There is a growing bod

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A practice-based trial of blood pressure control in African Americans (TLC-Clinic): study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Abstract Background Poorly controlled hypertension (HTN) remains one of the most significant public Porch Swing Accessories health problems in the United States, in terms of morbidity, mortality, and economic burden.Despite compelling evidence supporting the beneficial effects of therapeutic lifestyle changes (TLC) for blood pressure (BP) reduction

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