Ear disease, hearing loss, and cognitive outcomes in high school children who were previous participants in a randomized placebo controlled trial of an 11 valent conjugate pneumococcal vaccine administered in infancy

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The Lancet Regional Health - Western Pacific, Volume 49, August 2024
This Article supports SDG 3 by presenting strong evidence of negative effects of ear disease and/or hearing loss on all measured cognitive domains in a cohort of children enrolled in a randomized placebo-controlled trial of an 11-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine conducted between 2000 and 2004 in Bohol, Philippines.
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In the Age of AI: Highlights from RELX SDG Inspiration Day 2024

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More than 1100 people came together virtually on 18 June 2024 for the tenth edition of the RELX SDG Inspiration Day: "In the Age of AI: Information to Advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)." The annual online event brings together thought leaders, corporate representatives, students, investors, governments, and NGOs to explore pressing issues, gain practical insight, and inspire action on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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RELX SDG Customer Awards 2024

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Recognising our customers' exceptional work to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples 2024

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On 23 December 1994, the United Nations General Assembly decided, in its resolution 49/214, that the International Day

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Handbook of Clinical Neurology - Chapter 11: Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation for multiple sclerosis

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Handbook of Clinical Neurology, Volume 202, 2024, Pages 153-167
This content aligns with Goal 3: Good Health by addressing innovative treatment options for multiple sclerosis (MS), specifically hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT), which may offer hope for patients with aggressive forms of the disease and improve their chances of long-term remission. By discussing the efficacy, safety, and unique considerations of HSCT, the chapter emphasizes the importance of personalized treatment approaches in enhancing health outcomes for individuals with MS. Furthermore, it supports Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities by providing insights into advanced therapies and recommendations for patient selection, which can help ensure that all patients, regardless of their background, have access to cutting-edge treatments that can significantly impact their quality of life and manage their condition effectively.
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Rematriation and climate justice: Intersections of indigenous health and place

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Journal of Climate Change and Health, Volume 18, 1 July 2024
Indigenous Peoples face disproportionate risks from climate change while being key to planetary health and climate resilience due to their traditional ecological knowledge. This manuscript provides Indigenous perspectives on climate justice, exploring the intersection of health, sovereignty, and ancestral practices, and discusses opportunities for decolonizing relationships to place, highlighting a case of rematriation and healing at Bdóte, the place of genesis for Dakota Peoples, also known as Minneapolis and Saint Paul, MN.
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Linking Neuroscience and Behavior in COVID-19 - Chapter 4: Linking community participation, mobility disabilities, and the COVID-19 pandemic

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Linking Neuroscience and Behavior in COVID-19

2024, Pages 39-48

This content aligns with Goal 3: Good Health as well as Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities by providing research on disabilities to help prepare for future public health disasters. It also promotes inclusive leadership and implementation that considers the needs of people with disabilities.

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Specialist physiotherapy for functional motor disorder in England and Scotland (Physio4FMD): a pragmatic, multicentre, phase 3 randomised controlled trial

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The Lancet Neurology, Volume 23, July 2024
This Article supports SDG 3 by assessing the effectiveness of specialist physiotherapy for functional motor disorder and finding that future research should refine interventions for this population and develop evidence-based methods to guide treatment.
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Leprosy identified in Sumba Island, eastern Indonesia: elimination targets under threat

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The Lancet Regional Health - Southeast Asia, Volume 26, July 2024
This paper calls for structural investment in leprosy elimination programmes for underserved areas where there is high risk of re-emergence of disease due to lack of resources.
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Additive Manufacturing Materials and Technology: Additive Manufacturing Materials and Technologies - Chapter 13: Role of 3D printing in sports and prosthetics

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Additive Manufacturing Materials and Technology: Additive Manufacturing Materials and Technologies, 2024, Pages 341-357
This content aligns with Goal 3: Good Health by demonstrating how advancements in 3D printing (3DP) technology enhance medical service delivery by creating customized prosthetics, implants, and equipment that can significantly improve health outcomes for individuals, particularly para-athletes and those with limb loss. By emphasizing the benefits of personalized medical devices and the potential for improved activities of daily living, the chapter highlights the importance of innovative solutions in healthcare. Additionally, it supports Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities by advocating for accessible and customized technologies that empower para-athletes and individuals with disabilities, promoting equity in sports and medical care and ensuring that all individuals have the opportunity to participate fully in both athletic and everyday activities.
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