Although our categorization of covariates was predetermined according to how each study assessed the covariates on their questionnaires, one advantage of our study was that we were able to control for covariates uniformly and classify the main exposures similarly, thereby lessening a potential source of heterogeneity across studies.
Thus Muslims here have a tough time relating to the general public and culture in a way that would help lessen any potential tension as a result of misconceptions about their faith.
A gifted and talented program as well as art and music classes will take place alongside the autistic program, helping to lessen any potential stigma.
BEIJING — After allowing anti-Japanese demonstrations that threatened to spin out of control, China has reined them in and turned instead to hard-edged diplomacy over disputed islands in the East China Sea to lessen any potential damage the conflict might have inflicted on the nation's softening economy and a delicate leadership transition.
That hasn't stopped the formal charges, but it may help Samsung plead its case when it responds to this written request, helping it to eliminate or lessen any potential fine that might result.
A participant group was selected that reported repeated difficulties going outside locally in order to lessen any potential simple habituation effects.
In contrast, it requires a specialist team approach to enable early bereavement to begin at the earliest possible time among the family members and caregivers to provide excellent psychological support and symptom control (if the patient regains consciousness after CE), facilitate legally sound documentation, and lessen any potential negative impacts on the clinical staff.
Turn off the lights when not in use to save energy and to lessen any potential for fire danger.
For example, individuals of African and Mediterranean descent are at higher risk of developing sickle-cell disease than others, and individuals of European descent are much more likely to develop cystic fibrosis than those of Asian descent.[5] It can be useful to know whether you should exercise particular care to lessen any potential risk factors you may have.
Economic mechanisms based on market principles that Parties to the Kyoto Protocol can use in an attempt to lessen the potential economic impacts of greenhouse gas emission-reduction requirements.
