Solid waste management in least developed countries: current status and challenges faced
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DOI: 10.1007/s10163-018-0728-3
Abstract: Increasing solid waste generation is a major concern worldwide, with least developed countries (LDCs) particularly affected due to ineffective waste management systems. This article assessed the current status of solid waste management in LDCs from… read more here.
Keywords: least developed; waste; waste management; developed countries ... See more keywords
Understanding the Pap Testing Behaviors of African Immigrant Women in Developed Countries: A Systematic Review
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DOI: 10.1007/s10903-020-01119-x
Abstract: Background African immigrant (AI) women remain burdened by cervical cancer, but the prevalence and correlates of Pap testing remains unclear in this population. Objective To review studies on the prevalence and determinants of Pap testing… read more here.
Keywords: immigrant women; african immigrant; among women; review ... See more keywords
Identifying the Multidimensional Poor in Developed Countries Using Relative Thresholds: An Application to Spanish Data
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DOI: 10.1007/s11205-016-1248-y
Abstract: Abstract In order to contribute to providing a methodology to ensure objectivity and transparency in the measurement of multidimensional poverty, this paper proposes a new threshold for the identification of the multidimensional poor which is… read more here.
Keywords: methodology; poor developed; multidimensional poor; identifying multidimensional ... See more keywords
The multilateral decision on duty free quota free market access and least developed countries’ export performance
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eap.2017.08.003
Abstract: Abstract This paper assesses whether the export performance of least developed countries (LDCs) has improved after the adoption of the 2005 multilateral Hong Kong Ministerial decision on duty free quota free (DFQF) market access for… read more here.
Keywords: least developed; export performance; decision duty; performance ... See more keywords
Why discouraged borrowers exist? An empirical (re)examination from less developed countries
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ememar.2017.08.003
Abstract: Using the fourth-round database of the Business Environment and Enterprise Performance Survey (2008/09 BEEPS), this study examines the determinants of discouragement in less developed countries in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. The results show that… read more here.
Keywords: developed countries; less developed; discouraged borrowers; empirical examination ... See more keywords
Rethinking climate leadership: Annex I countries' expectations for China's leadership role in the post-Paris UN climate negotiations
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DOI: 10.1016/j.envdev.2020.100544
Abstract: Abstract Developed countries, defined in the global climate negotiations as the Annex I countries, have been expected to take the lead in tackling climate change. However, given the severity of climate change, reducing China's emissions… read more here.
Keywords: leadership; climate; climate leadership; role ... See more keywords
Low-dose Thimerosal in pediatric vaccines: Adverse effects in perspective.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2016.10.028
Abstract: Vaccines are prophylactics used as the first line of intervention to prevent, control and eradicate infectious diseases. Young children (before the age of six months) are the demographic group most exposed to recommended/mandatory vaccines preserved… read more here.
Keywords: low dose; thimerosal; pediatric vaccines; dose thimerosal ... See more keywords
Using Evidence to Guide the Diagnosis and Management of People With Dementia.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jamda.2017.08.005
Abstract: By far the most important risk factor for the development of dementia is age itself, with the risk of dementia doubling every 5 years, extending into the ninth decade of life.1 Until recently, dementia was… read more here.
Keywords: people dementia; age; population aging; age years ... See more keywords
Comparison of pharmacists' mental health literacy: Developed versus developing countries.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.japh.2020.05.003
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To compare the mental health literacy (MHL) of pharmacists in Nigeria and their comfort rendering pharmacy services to patients with mental illness with that of pharmacists in developed countries. DESIGN A cross-sectional study design… read more here.
Keywords: developed countries; mental illness; social distance; desired social ... See more keywords
Deceleration of economic growth - The main course seeking sustainability in developed countries
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2018.04.231
Abstract: Abstract Deceleration of economic growth is a characteristic feature of developed countries. Percentage gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate in the old Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries has decreased approximately 2–3 times… read more here.
Keywords: economic growth; rate; developed countries; sustainability ... See more keywords
Ensuring best E-waste recycling practices in developed countries: An Australian example
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2018.10.306
Abstract: Abstract The waste electrical and electronic equipment (e-waste) management is one of the great challenges faced in the twenty-first century due to the steep e-waste increase worldwide and their potential to be both a source… read more here.
Keywords: developed countries; waste; example; waste recycling ... See more keywords