Systemic Racism Affecting Latinx Population Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic and Beyond: Perspectives of Latinx Community Health Workers and Community-Based Organization Leaders

Introduction: The purpose of this study is to identify forms of systemic racism experienced by Latinx communities in North Carolina during the COVID-19 pandemic as identified by Latinx community health workers (CHWs) and community-based organization (CBO) leaders.Methods: We conducted three focus groups in July 2022 (N=16).We performed qualitative

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Factors impacting on the activation and approach times of helicopter emergency medical services in four Alpine countries

Abstract Background The outcome of severely injured or ill patients can be time dependent.Short activation and approach times for emergency medical service (EMS) units Roller Pad are widely recognized to be important quality indicators.The use of a helicopter emergency medical service (HEMS) can significantly shorten rescue missions especially in m

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A Comparative Study of Machine Learning Techniques for Predicting Mechanical Properties of Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM)-Based 3D-Printed Wood/PLA Biocomposite

Wood/PLA biocomposite filament is a 3D printing material that blends Polylactic Acid (PLA), a biopolymer, with wood powder acting as reinforcement.This combination results in a sustainable 3D printing filament that has grown in popularity in recent years due to its eco-friendliness and the natural appearance of 3D-printed parts.To assess the suitab

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Effect of Adding Halloysite to Different Solid Biomass Fuels on Combustion Process in a Small-Scale Domestic Retort Boiler

Biomass combustion in small-scale boilers in Eastern Europe has recently become a very popular heating option.Biomass boilers are gradually replacing old, coal-fired installations, especially in the domestic sector.In comparison with coal, biomass contains more phosphorus, chlorine, and potassium, which may cause the corrosion, slagging, and foulin

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