Abstract Background Quality of life (QoL) is multi-dimensional concept of an
individual'general well-being status in relation to their value, environment, cultural and …

Background: In this paper, the basic elements related to the selection of participants for a
health research are discussed. Sample representativeness, sample frame, types of …

The importance of estimating sample sizes is rarely understood by researchers, when
planning a study. This paper aims to highlight the centrality of sample size estimations in …

Background Little is known about the epidemiology and health related quality of life
(HRQoL) of the new DSM-5 diagnoses, Binge Eating Disorder (BED) and …

Endometriosis affects 1 in 9 women and those assigned female at birth. However, it takes
6.4 years to diagnose using the conventional standard of laparoscopy. Noninvasive imaging …

While the impact of interpersonal discrimination on mental health is well established, its
effects on physical health outcomes have not been fully elucidated. This study systematically …

The selection of instruments that will be used to collect data is a crucial step in the research
process. Validity and reliability of the collected data and, above all, their potential …

Background Describing the prevalence and trends of cardiometabolic risk factors that are
associated with non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is crucial for monitoring progress …

Objectives: To assess whether social isolation, social support, and loneliness are
independently associated with health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Method: Retrospective …

Objective To determine the prevalence of sleep conditions (obstructive sleep apnea [OSA],
insomnia symptoms, simple snoring, and restless legs) and their associated burden of …