1.Trends of Esophageal Cancer Epidemiologic Characteris-tics and Life Years Lost in Linzhou City of Henan Province from 2010 to 2019
Qiang WANG ; Fuqiang QIN ; Xiaohong WANG ; Zhicai LIU ; Kai HOU ; Xiaodong YU ; Li WANG ; Chang LIU ; Ziru HAO ; Shuzheng LIU ; Qiong CHEN ; Yin LIU
China Cancer 2025;34(5):341-347
[Purpose]To analyze the trends in incidence,mortality and potential life loss of esophageal cancer in Linzhou City of Henan Province from 2010 to 2019.[Methods]The data of esophageal cancer incidence and mortality from 2010 to 2019 were collected from Linzhou cancer registries.The crude incidence and mortality rates,age-standardized rates(ASR)by sex and age group,the potential years of life lost(PYLL),average potential years of life lost(APYLL),and potential years of life lost rate(PYLLR)were calculated.The average annual percentage change(AAPC)from 2010 to 2019 were analyzed with Joinpoint software.[Results]From 2010 to 2019,there were a total of 8 447 newly diagnosed cases and 6 475 deaths of esophageal cancer in Linzhou.The ASR incidence and ASR mortality of esophageal cancer in the total population,males,females all showed significant downward trends,with AAPCs of-3.97%,-4.35%,-3.29%and-3.78%,-2.68%,-4.95%,respectively(all P<0.05).The crude incidence and mortality rates in all age groups also showed significant downward trends.The AAPCs of incidence rate for the age groups of 0~49,50~59,60~69,and ≥70 years old were-9.92%,-8.27%,-1.41%,and-3.86%,respectively(all P<0.05),and the AAPCs of mortality rate were-950%,-12.36%,-2.61%,and-2.98%,respectively(all P<0.05).From 2010 to 2019,the total PYLL caused by esophageal cancer was 60 880 person years,APYLL was 13.73 person years,and PYLLR was 5.77‰.The PYLL,APYLL,and the PYLLR of the total population and those stratified by sex all showed a decreasing trend(all P<0.05).[Con-clusion]From 2010 to 2019,the incidence,mortality and potential life loss of esophageal cancer in Linzhou City all decreased,and the long-term effect and screening programs is significant.How-ever,the risk of esophageal cancer among men and the elderly is still relatively high,indicating that more targeted prevention and control strategies should be developed.
2.Trends of Incidence and Mortality of Malignant Tumors in Linzhou City of Henan Province from 2010 to 2019
Junwu JING ; Fuqiang QIN ; Qiang WANG ; Xiaohong WANG ; Zhicai LIU ; Kai HOU ; Xiaodong YU ; Li WANG ; Chang LIU ; Ziru HAO ; Shuzheng LIU ; Qiong CHEN ; Yin LIU
China Cancer 2025;34(5):348-354
[Purpose]To analyze the trends of incidence and mortality of malignant tumors in Linzhou City of Henan Province from 2010 to 2019.[Methods]The incidence and mortality data of malignant tumors of Linzhou cancer registration areas from 2010 to 2019 were collected and evaluated for data quality.The crude incidence/mortality rates and age-standardized incidence/mortality rates by Chinese standard population(ASIRC/ASMRC)were calculated by sex,age and can-cer type.Joinpoint software was used to calculate the average annual percentage change(AAPC)to analyze the trends from 2010 to 2019.[Results]From 2010 to 2019,the crude incidence of malig-nant tumors in Linzhou City showed an upward trend,with an AAPC of 2.09%(95%CI:0.58%~3.63%),while the ASIRC tended to be stable.The incidence of malignant tumors showed a signifi-cant upward trend in the 15~29 and 60~69 age groups,and a significant downward trend in the 70~79 age group.From 2010 to 2019,the ASIRC of esophageal cancer and stomach cancer in both men and women showed a significant downward trend,while that of lung cancer and prostate cancer increased in men,and the incidences of thyroid cancer,uterus cancer,cervical cancer,lung cancer and breast cancer increased significantly in women.From 2010 to 2019,the crude mortality of malignant tumors in Linzhou showed a significant upward trend,with an AAPC of 1.18%(95%CI:0.88%~1.48%),while ASMRC showed a significant downward trend,with an AAPC of-1.63%(95%CI:-1.86%~-1.40%).The mortality increased in the group aged 80 and above,while the other age groups remained in a downward or stable state.From 2010 to 2019,the ASMRC of stomach cancer and esophageal cancer in both men and women showed a down-ward trend,while those of prostate cancer,and malignant tumors of the lip,oral cavity and pha-ryngeal in men increased,and that of ovarian cancer in women increased significantly.[Conclu-sion]The disease burden of malignant tumors in Linzhou City is still heavy.The incidence of common cancer types such as thyroid cancer,prostate cancer and lung cancer shows a significant-ly increasing trends from 2010 to 2019.
3.Mechanism of sodium valproate in inhibiting ferroptosis of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells via the adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase/Sirtuin 1 axis.
Qingsong GU ; Jianqiao LI ; Yuhu CHEN ; Linhui WANG ; Yiheng LI ; Ziru WANG ; Yicong WANG ; Min YANG
Chinese Journal of Reparative and Reconstructive Surgery 2025;39(2):215-223
OBJECTIVE:
To investigate the effects of sodium valproate (VPA) in inhibiting Erastin-induced ferroptosis in bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) and its underlying mechanisms.
METHODS:
BMSCs were isolated from bone marrow of 8-week-old Spragur Dawley rats and identified [cell surface antigens CD90, CD44, and CD45 were analyzed by flow cytometry, and osteogenic and adipogenic differentiation abilities were assessed by alizarin red S (ARS) and oil red O staining, respectively]. Cells of passage 3 were used for the Erastin-induced ferroptosis model, with different concentrations of VPA for intervention. The optimal drug concentration was determined using the cell counting kit 8 assay. The experiment was divided into 4 groups: group A, cells were cultured in osteogenic induction medium for 24 hours; group B, cells were cultured in osteogenic induction medium containing optimal concentration Erastin for 24 hours; group C, cells were cultured in osteogenic induction medium containing optimal concentration Erastin and VPA for 24 hours; group D, cells were cultured in osteogenic induction medium containing optimal concentration Erastin and VPA, and 8 μmol/L EX527 for 24 hours. The mitochondrial state of the cells was evaluated, including the levels of malondialdehyde (MDA), glutathione (GSH), and reactive oxygen species (ROS). Osteogenic capacity was assessed by alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity and ARS staining. Western blot analysis was performed to detect the expressions of osteogenic-related proteins [Runt-related transcription factor 2 (RUNX2) and osteopontin (OPN)], ferroptosis-related proteins [glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4), ferritin heavy chain 1 (FTH1), and solute carrier family 7 member 11 (SLC7A11)], and pathway-related proteins [adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase (AMPK) and Sirtuin 1 (SIRT1)].
RESULTS:
The cultured cells were identified as BMSCs. VPA inhibited Erastin-induced ferroptosis and the decline of osteogenic ability in BMSCs, acting through the activation of the AMPK/SIRT1 pathway. VPA significantly reduced the levels of ROS and MDA in Erastin-treated BMSCs and significantly increased GSH levels. Additionally, the expression levels of ferroptosis-related proteins (GPX4, FTH1, and SLC7A11) significantly decreased. VPA also upregulated the expressions of osteogenic-related proteins (RUNX2 and OPN), enhanced mineralization and osteogenic differentiation, and increased the expressions of pathway-related proteins (AMPK and SIRT1). These effects could be reversed by the SIRT1 inhibitor EX527.
CONCLUSION
VPA inhibits ferroptosis in BMSCs through the AMPK/SIRT1 axis and promotes osteogenesis.
Mesenchymal Stem Cells/metabolism*
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Ferroptosis/drug effects*
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Animals
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Valproic Acid/pharmacology*
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Rats
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Rats, Sprague-Dawley
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Sirtuin 1/metabolism*
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Cell Differentiation/drug effects*
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Cells, Cultured
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AMP-Activated Protein Kinases/metabolism*
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Osteogenesis/drug effects*
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Piperazines/pharmacology*
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Bone Marrow Cells/cytology*
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Reactive Oxygen Species/metabolism*
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Signal Transduction/drug effects*
4.Association Between Social Anxiety Symptoms and Brain Metabolism
Ziru ZHAO ; Guohua SHEN ; Taolin CHEN ; Hongsheng XIE ; Ruoqiu GAN ; Mei WANG ; Huaiqiang SUN ; Zhiyun JIA
Journal of Sichuan University (Medical Sciences) 2025;56(5):1365-1372
Objective In this study,we investigated the correlation between the scores for different Liebowitz Social Anxiety Scale(LSAS)subscale models and the metabolic activity in specific regions of the brain using 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose(FDG)positron emission tomography/computed tomography(PET/CT)(18F-FDG PET),thereby improving the understanding of the neurobiological characteristics of social anxiety.Methods A total of 39 cognitively normal participants(29 men and 10 women,aged 30-63 years)were enrolled.All participants underwent LSAS assessment and brain 18F-FDG PET scanning.Correlations between metabolic activities in various brain regions and scores from the different LSAS subscales were analyzed accordingly.Results LSAS subscale scores were significantly correlated with metabolic activity in specific brain regions.In the Safren model,the score for the observation by others subscale was positively correlated with the left fusiform gyrus(P<0.001,false discovery rate[FDR]-corrected)and the left caudate tail(P<0.001,FDR-corrected),suggesting a close association between mood states related to observation by others and the metabolic activity in these regions.In the Baker model,the score for the eating and drinking subscale was negatively correlated with the right precuneus(P<0.001,FDR-corrected),while the score for the assertiveness subscale was positively correlated with the left caudate nucleus(P<0.001,FDR-corrected).These findings revealed the complex associative patterns between various mood and behavioral dimensions and metabolic activities in specific brain regions.Conclusion Social anxiety symptoms are closely associated with metabolic changes in specific brain regions,including the left insula,left caudate tail,and right precuneus.Moreover,different social situations activate distinct brain regions.Compared with individuals with social anxiety disorder,normal individuals exhibit involvement of fewer brain regions when experiencing social anxiety.These findings provide new experimental evidence for understanding the neural mechanisms underlying social anxiety.
5.Epidemiological characteristics and delay in detection of reported brucellosis cases in Nangang District, Harbin City from 2018 to 2022
Deli JIN ; Zhiyu WANG ; Xuyang ZOU ; Ziru WEI ; Yuhua JIANG ; Yuxia HE ; Xin LI
Chinese Journal of Endemiology 2025;44(8):662-667
Objective:To analyze the epidemiological characteristics and delay in detection of reported brucellosis cases in Nangang District of Harbin City, Heilongjiang Province, in order to provide a basis for improving targeted measures for brucellosis prevention and control.Methods:Data on brucellosis reported in Nangang District of Harbin City between 2018 and 2022 were obtained from the China Disease Prevention and Control Information System. A descriptive analysis was conducted to outline the epidemiological status, epidemiological features, and sources of cases. Seasonal patterns of brucellosis were assessed using the concentration degree and seasonal index methods. Joinpoint regression model was used to analyze the trend of delay in detection.Results:From 2018 to 2022, a total of 4 428 cases of brucellosis were reported in Nangang District, with 1 183 cases (26.72%) reported in 2018 and 528 cases (11.92%) reported in 2022. The gender ratio of the cases was 2.80 ∶ 1.00 (3 264 ∶ 1 164). Most cases occurred in individuals aged 30 to 59 years (73.19%, 3 241/4 428). Occupationally, farmers comprised the majority of cases (88.73%, 3 929/4 428), followed by homemakers/unemployed individuals (3.73%, 165/4 428), and students (2.03%, 90/4 428). Regarding case origin, 31.48% (1 394/4 428) were from Harbin City, while 64.97% (2 877/4 428) originated from other cities within Heilongjiang Province, predominantly from Suihua City (38.89%, 1 722/4 428). Additionally, 157 cases (3.55%, 157/4 428) were reported from outside Heilongjiang Province, all of which were from Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region and Jilin Province. Brucellosis incidence showed weak seasonality ( M = 0.230), with the epidemic period spanning from March to August. During this period, seasonal indices C exceeded 100%, peaking in July (168.02%). From 2018 to 2022, the average annual delay rate in case detection was 20.14% (892/4 428). The delayed detection rates of brucellosis cases in each year were 30.68% (363/1 183), 17.86% (200/1 120), 17.23% (117/679), 12.75% (117/918), and 17.99% (95/528), respectively (average annual percentage change = - 17.52%, P = 0.090). Conclusions:Brucellosis in Nangang District of Harbin Citydemonstrates weak seasonality, with peak incidence occurring from March to August. Detection delays remain a concern, highlighting the need for sustained surveillance and the implementation of integrated, multi-sectoral prevention and control measures.
6.Advances in the application of digital health interventions in diabetes distress
Ziru WANG ; Dong XIE ; Chendi WANG ; Menglin ZHANG ; Wenhui HOU ; Wei SUN
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2025;41(26):2077-2081
As one of the common negative emotions in diabetic patients, diabetes distress not only directly weakens patients' self-efficacy and treatment compliance, but also increases the risk of complications. With the help of mobile applications, chatbots, virtual reality technology and other means, digital health interventions can effectively alleviate the negative emotions of diabetic patients, improve their self-management ability and confidence, and are increasingly widely used in diabetes distress. The purpose of this review is to introduce the specific forms, application effects and future development directions of digital health intervention in diabetes distress, and to promote further research and clinical practice of digital health intervention in diabetes distress.
7.Trends of Esophageal Cancer Epidemiologic Characteris-tics and Life Years Lost in Linzhou City of Henan Province from 2010 to 2019
Qiang WANG ; Fuqiang QIN ; Xiaohong WANG ; Zhicai LIU ; Kai HOU ; Xiaodong YU ; Li WANG ; Chang LIU ; Ziru HAO ; Shuzheng LIU ; Qiong CHEN ; Yin LIU
China Cancer 2025;34(5):341-347
[Purpose]To analyze the trends in incidence,mortality and potential life loss of esophageal cancer in Linzhou City of Henan Province from 2010 to 2019.[Methods]The data of esophageal cancer incidence and mortality from 2010 to 2019 were collected from Linzhou cancer registries.The crude incidence and mortality rates,age-standardized rates(ASR)by sex and age group,the potential years of life lost(PYLL),average potential years of life lost(APYLL),and potential years of life lost rate(PYLLR)were calculated.The average annual percentage change(AAPC)from 2010 to 2019 were analyzed with Joinpoint software.[Results]From 2010 to 2019,there were a total of 8 447 newly diagnosed cases and 6 475 deaths of esophageal cancer in Linzhou.The ASR incidence and ASR mortality of esophageal cancer in the total population,males,females all showed significant downward trends,with AAPCs of-3.97%,-4.35%,-3.29%and-3.78%,-2.68%,-4.95%,respectively(all P<0.05).The crude incidence and mortality rates in all age groups also showed significant downward trends.The AAPCs of incidence rate for the age groups of 0~49,50~59,60~69,and ≥70 years old were-9.92%,-8.27%,-1.41%,and-3.86%,respectively(all P<0.05),and the AAPCs of mortality rate were-950%,-12.36%,-2.61%,and-2.98%,respectively(all P<0.05).From 2010 to 2019,the total PYLL caused by esophageal cancer was 60 880 person years,APYLL was 13.73 person years,and PYLLR was 5.77‰.The PYLL,APYLL,and the PYLLR of the total population and those stratified by sex all showed a decreasing trend(all P<0.05).[Con-clusion]From 2010 to 2019,the incidence,mortality and potential life loss of esophageal cancer in Linzhou City all decreased,and the long-term effect and screening programs is significant.How-ever,the risk of esophageal cancer among men and the elderly is still relatively high,indicating that more targeted prevention and control strategies should be developed.
8.Trends of Incidence and Mortality of Malignant Tumors in Linzhou City of Henan Province from 2010 to 2019
Junwu JING ; Fuqiang QIN ; Qiang WANG ; Xiaohong WANG ; Zhicai LIU ; Kai HOU ; Xiaodong YU ; Li WANG ; Chang LIU ; Ziru HAO ; Shuzheng LIU ; Qiong CHEN ; Yin LIU
China Cancer 2025;34(5):348-354
[Purpose]To analyze the trends of incidence and mortality of malignant tumors in Linzhou City of Henan Province from 2010 to 2019.[Methods]The incidence and mortality data of malignant tumors of Linzhou cancer registration areas from 2010 to 2019 were collected and evaluated for data quality.The crude incidence/mortality rates and age-standardized incidence/mortality rates by Chinese standard population(ASIRC/ASMRC)were calculated by sex,age and can-cer type.Joinpoint software was used to calculate the average annual percentage change(AAPC)to analyze the trends from 2010 to 2019.[Results]From 2010 to 2019,the crude incidence of malig-nant tumors in Linzhou City showed an upward trend,with an AAPC of 2.09%(95%CI:0.58%~3.63%),while the ASIRC tended to be stable.The incidence of malignant tumors showed a signifi-cant upward trend in the 15~29 and 60~69 age groups,and a significant downward trend in the 70~79 age group.From 2010 to 2019,the ASIRC of esophageal cancer and stomach cancer in both men and women showed a significant downward trend,while that of lung cancer and prostate cancer increased in men,and the incidences of thyroid cancer,uterus cancer,cervical cancer,lung cancer and breast cancer increased significantly in women.From 2010 to 2019,the crude mortality of malignant tumors in Linzhou showed a significant upward trend,with an AAPC of 1.18%(95%CI:0.88%~1.48%),while ASMRC showed a significant downward trend,with an AAPC of-1.63%(95%CI:-1.86%~-1.40%).The mortality increased in the group aged 80 and above,while the other age groups remained in a downward or stable state.From 2010 to 2019,the ASMRC of stomach cancer and esophageal cancer in both men and women showed a down-ward trend,while those of prostate cancer,and malignant tumors of the lip,oral cavity and pha-ryngeal in men increased,and that of ovarian cancer in women increased significantly.[Conclu-sion]The disease burden of malignant tumors in Linzhou City is still heavy.The incidence of common cancer types such as thyroid cancer,prostate cancer and lung cancer shows a significant-ly increasing trends from 2010 to 2019.
9.Epidemiological characteristics and delay in detection of reported brucellosis cases in Nangang District, Harbin City from 2018 to 2022
Deli JIN ; Zhiyu WANG ; Xuyang ZOU ; Ziru WEI ; Yuhua JIANG ; Yuxia HE ; Xin LI
Chinese Journal of Endemiology 2025;44(8):662-667
Objective:To analyze the epidemiological characteristics and delay in detection of reported brucellosis cases in Nangang District of Harbin City, Heilongjiang Province, in order to provide a basis for improving targeted measures for brucellosis prevention and control.Methods:Data on brucellosis reported in Nangang District of Harbin City between 2018 and 2022 were obtained from the China Disease Prevention and Control Information System. A descriptive analysis was conducted to outline the epidemiological status, epidemiological features, and sources of cases. Seasonal patterns of brucellosis were assessed using the concentration degree and seasonal index methods. Joinpoint regression model was used to analyze the trend of delay in detection.Results:From 2018 to 2022, a total of 4 428 cases of brucellosis were reported in Nangang District, with 1 183 cases (26.72%) reported in 2018 and 528 cases (11.92%) reported in 2022. The gender ratio of the cases was 2.80 ∶ 1.00 (3 264 ∶ 1 164). Most cases occurred in individuals aged 30 to 59 years (73.19%, 3 241/4 428). Occupationally, farmers comprised the majority of cases (88.73%, 3 929/4 428), followed by homemakers/unemployed individuals (3.73%, 165/4 428), and students (2.03%, 90/4 428). Regarding case origin, 31.48% (1 394/4 428) were from Harbin City, while 64.97% (2 877/4 428) originated from other cities within Heilongjiang Province, predominantly from Suihua City (38.89%, 1 722/4 428). Additionally, 157 cases (3.55%, 157/4 428) were reported from outside Heilongjiang Province, all of which were from Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region and Jilin Province. Brucellosis incidence showed weak seasonality ( M = 0.230), with the epidemic period spanning from March to August. During this period, seasonal indices C exceeded 100%, peaking in July (168.02%). From 2018 to 2022, the average annual delay rate in case detection was 20.14% (892/4 428). The delayed detection rates of brucellosis cases in each year were 30.68% (363/1 183), 17.86% (200/1 120), 17.23% (117/679), 12.75% (117/918), and 17.99% (95/528), respectively (average annual percentage change = - 17.52%, P = 0.090). Conclusions:Brucellosis in Nangang District of Harbin Citydemonstrates weak seasonality, with peak incidence occurring from March to August. Detection delays remain a concern, highlighting the need for sustained surveillance and the implementation of integrated, multi-sectoral prevention and control measures.
10.Advances in the application of digital health interventions in diabetes distress
Ziru WANG ; Dong XIE ; Chendi WANG ; Menglin ZHANG ; Wenhui HOU ; Wei SUN
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2025;41(26):2077-2081
As one of the common negative emotions in diabetic patients, diabetes distress not only directly weakens patients' self-efficacy and treatment compliance, but also increases the risk of complications. With the help of mobile applications, chatbots, virtual reality technology and other means, digital health interventions can effectively alleviate the negative emotions of diabetic patients, improve their self-management ability and confidence, and are increasingly widely used in diabetes distress. The purpose of this review is to introduce the specific forms, application effects and future development directions of digital health intervention in diabetes distress, and to promote further research and clinical practice of digital health intervention in diabetes distress.

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