• FEBRUARY 23, 2024
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    DIAGNOSTIC CHALLENGES IN TUBERCULOUS PLEURAL EFFUSION

    By: Ismi Wahyu Riyanti, Adhella Menur Pleural effusion overview The pleural cavity is a space between the parietal and visceral pleurae that aids in the optimal functioning of the lungs during breathing. Normally, a small physiological amount of pleural fluid (0.1-0.3 mL per kg) resides within this space. This delicate balance of fluid is maintained

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    • JANUARY 29, 2024
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    EMBARKING ON NEW BEGINNINGS: A DIVE INTO ENGLISH IDIOMS OF RENEWAL

    By: Dedy Hidayat Early this month, in the comfort of my couch, I was watching “The Big Bang Theory” on Netflix for the fifth time; yes, you read it right. The series is so charming and witty that I cannot help myself make it as my go-to movie when I need to relax and recharge.

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    • JANUARY 29, 2024
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    PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AS A VITAL SIGN

    By: Edrick Purnomo Putra In 2020, data from the World Health Organization (WHO) indicated that physical inactivity ranked fourth among the leading global risk factors for mortality.1 A lack of physical activity (PA) is associated with up to 3% of total direct healthcare expenditures in developing countries.2 Additionally, the absence of PA contributes to numerous

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    • JANUARY 26, 2024
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    EMBRACING DIVERSITY IN RESEARCH: UNPACKING THE GENDER EQUALITY, DISABILITY, AND SOCIAL INCLUSION (GEDSI) FRAMEWORK

    By: Aly Diana Recently, when exploring calls for proposals and funding opportunities, I noticed the introduction of a ‘new’ requirement: the inclusion of GEDSI. For instance, guidelines state: “It should also reference how the project will be responsive to gender equality, disability rights, social inclusion.” My limited understanding of GEDSI and the expectations of donors

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