• Bulk and molecular composition variations of gold-tube pyrolysates from severely biodegraded Athabasca bitumen 

  Li, Zhong-Xuan; Huang, Hai-Ping (2020-09-12)

  Abstract Gold-tube pyrolysis experiments were performed on two Athabasca oil sand bitumens at 300 °C to 525 °C with 2 °C/h rate and 25 °C step under 50 MPa. Pyrolysis temperature of 425 °C is critical for weight loss of ...

• Social network characteristics are correlated with dietary patterns among middle aged and older South Asians living in the United States (U.S.) 

  Talegawkar, Sameera A; Lancki, Nicola; Jin, Yichen; Siddique, Juned; Gadgil, Meghana; Kanaya, Alka M; Schneider, John A; Van Horn, Linda; De Koning, Lawrence; Kandula, Namratha R (2020-09-11)

  Abstract Background Social and cultural norms, operating through social networks, may influence an individual’s dietary choices. We examined correlations between social network ...

• Correction to: Use of medical face masks versus particulate respirators as a component of personal protective equipment for health care workers in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic 

  Conly, John; Seto, W. H; Pittet, Didier; Holmes, Alison; Chu, May; Hunter, Paul R (2020-09-09)

  An amendment to this paper has been published and can be accessed via the original article.

• High levels of third-stage larvae (L3) overwinter survival for multiple cattle gastrointestinal nematode species on western Canadian pastures as revealed by ITS2 rDNA metabarcoding 

  Wang, Tong; Avramenko, Russell W; Redman, Elizabeth M; Wit, Janneke; Gilleard, John S; Colwell, Douglas D (2020-09-10)

  Abstract Background The ability of infective larvae of cattle gastrointestinal nematode (GIN) species to overwinter on pastures in northerly climatic zones with very cold dry winters is poorly understood. This is an ...

• Comparing effects of two higher intensity feedback interventions with simple feedback on improving staff communication in nursing homes—the INFORM cluster-randomized controlled trial 

  Hoben, Matthias; Ginsburg, Liane R; Easterbrook, Adam; Norton, Peter G; Anderson, Ruth A; Andersen, Elizabeth A; Boström, Anne-Marie; Cranley, Lisa A; Lanham, Holly J; Weeks, Lori E; Cummings, Greta G; Holroyd-Leduc, Jayna M; Squires, Janet E; Wagg, Adrian S; Estabrooks, Carole A (2020-09-10)

  Abstract Background Effective communication among interdisciplinary healthcare teams is essential for quality healthcare, especially in nursing homes (NHs). Care aides provide ...

• Cav3.2 T-type calcium channels control acute itch in mice 

  Gadotti, Vinicius M; Kreitinger, Joanna M; Wageling, Nicholas B; Budke, Dylan; Diaz, Philippe; Zamponi, Gerald W (2020-09-01)

  Abstract Cav3.2 T-type calcium channels are important mediators of nociceptive signaling, but their roles in the transmission of itch remains poorly understood. Here we report a key involvement of these channels as key ...

• Hepatitis C virus infection characteristics and treatment outcomes in Canadian immigrants 

  Cooper, Curtis L; Read, Daniel; Vachon, Marie-Louise; Conway, Brian; Wong, Alexander; Ramji, Alnoor; Borgia, Sergio; Tam, Ed; Barrett, Lisa; Smyth, Dan; Feld, Jordan J; Lee, Sam (2020-09-03)

  Abstract Background There are multiple obstacles encountered by immigrants attempting to engage hepatitis C virus (HCV) care and treatment. We evaluated the diversity and treatment outcomes of HCV-infected immigrants ...

• Extensive Aplasia Cutis Congenita Encircling the Trunk Associated with Fetus Papyraceus 

  Leung, Alexander K. C.; Leong, Kin Fon; Lam, Joseph M. (2020-08-28)

  Aplasia cutis congenita associated with fetus papyraceus, though rare, is well known. On the other hand, aplasia cutis congenita associated with fetus papyraceus presenting with symmetrical circumferential scarring encircling ...

• A pragmatic randomized controlled trial of multi-dose oral ondansetron for pediatric gastroenteritis (the DOSE-AGE study): statistical analysis plan 

  Heath, Anna; Rios, Juan David; Williamson-Urquhart, Sarah; Pechlivanoglou, Petros; Offringa, Martin; McCabe, Christopher; Hopkin, Gareth; Plint, Amy C; Dixon, Andrew; Beer, Darcy; Gouin, Serge; Joubert, Gary; Klassen, Terry P; Freedman, Stephen B (2020-08-24)

  Abstract Background Acute gastroenteritis is a leading cause of emergency department visits and hospitalizations among children in North America. Oral-rehydration therapy is recommended for children with mild-to-moderate ...

• The need for a telemedicine strategy for Botswana? A scoping review and situational assessment 

  Ncube, B.; Mars, M.; Scott, R. E (2020-08-26)

  Abstract Background Health, healthcare, and healthcare system problems within the developing world are well recognised. eHealth, the use of Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) for health, is frequently ...

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