Comparison of Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection in children admitted with community acquired pneumonia before and during the COVID-19 pandemic: a retrospective study at a tertiary hospital of southwest China
ConclusionsThe COVID-19 pandemic has markedly changed the infection landscape ofM. pneumoniae in pediatric CAP patients, with shifts observed in infection rates, demographic profiles, co-infections, and seasonal patterns. (Source: European Journal of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases)
Source: European Journal of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases - April 13, 2024 Category: Microbiology Source Type: research
Religiosity of Latinas Living in the USA Curbs Depression and Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic
AbstractThis mixed-methods study was conducted to explore the role of faith in mental health among Latino women (Latinas) during the COVID-19 pandemic. As part of a lifestyle study, surveys were administered to 89 participants during the 1st year of the pandemic. Specifically, a focus group was conducted with participants (n = 6) directly affected by COVID-19 (i.e., self or family member). The results showed inverse correlations between religiosity and both depression and anxiety, as well as positive correlations among religious practices, religious coping, and religiosity. Given these associations, future interven tio...
Source: Journal of Religion and Health - April 13, 2024 Category: Medical Ethics Source Type: research
Advance care planning in the treatment of implantable left ventricular assist device: a republication of the review published in Japanese Journal of Artificial Organs
AbstractAdvance care planning (ACP) is essential in managing serious and chronic illnesses to ensure that patients receive care aligned with their personal values, goals, and preferences. This review focuses on integrating ACP in the treatment of patients receiving implantable left ventricular assist devices (VADs). The heart failure palliative care team developed a unique advance directive form and pamphlet to facilitate ACP discussions, emphasizing not only medical treatment preferences but also patients ’ values and life goals.The study highlights the distinction between bridge to transplantation (BTT) and destination...
Source: Journal of Artificial Organs - April 13, 2024 Category: Transplant Surgery Source Type: research
Molecules, Vol. 29, Pages 1776: The Development of Aptamer-Based Gold Nanoparticle Lateral Flow Test Strips for the Detection of SARS-CoV-2 S Proteins on the Surface of Cold-Chain Food Packaging
In this study, an aptamer-based colloidal gold nanoparticle lateral flow test strip was well developed to realize the visual detection of wild-type SARS-CoV-2 spike proteins (SPs) and multiple variants. Under the optimal reaction conditions, a low detection limit of SARS-CoV-2 S proteins of 0.68 nM was acquired, and the actual detection recovery was 83.3% to 108.8% for real-world samples. This suggests a potential tool for the prompt detection of SARS-CoV-2 with good sensitivity and accuracy, and a new method for the development of alternative antibody test strips for the detection of other viral targets. (Source: Molecules)
Source: Molecules - April 13, 2024 Category: Chemistry Authors: Xiaotong Li Jiachen Wang Ge Yang Xiaona Fang Lianhui Zhao Zhaofeng Luo Yiyang Dong Tags: Article Source Type: research
Factors Contributing to Telemedicine Efficacy in Pediatric Urology
Despite swift implementation of telemedicine with the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, there is a paucity of research on its use for management of pediatric urology patients. Specifically, there is limited knowledge and inconsistent data on the effectiveness of telemedicine for various pediatric urologic conditions. Our aim was to evaluate the efficacy of pediatric urological care provided via video visits (VVs) at a large tertiary care children ’s hospital. (Source: Journal of Pediatric Urology)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Urology - April 13, 2024 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Austin Schults, Regina L. Tham, Caleb P. Nelson, Julia B. Finkelstein Source Type: research
Integrative Approach to Maxillary Reconstruction: Assessment of Proficiency of Zygomatic and 3D-Manufactured Patient-Specific Implants in Mucormycosis Post-COVID-19
ConclusionThe study concludes that the integration of patient-specific implant systems with zygomatic implants offers a promising therapeutic approach for maxillary reconstruction post-mucormycosis secondary to COVID-19. However, further research with larger sample sizes and extended follow-up periods is warranted to validate these findings. (Source: Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery)
Source: Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery - April 13, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research
Issue Information
Front coverThis special issue related to the17th Symposium on Cholinergic Mechanisms (ISCM2022) highlights the progress in the molecular, neurochemical, pharmacological, toxicological, and clinical studies of the cholinergic system, underlining its complexity and impact on health and disease. The most recent ISCM2022 was organized in a hybrid format, allowing flexibility due to travel restrictions caused by the COVID pandemics.Image contentThe figure highlights the conference logo, with acetylcholine in Dubrovnik's common ornament carved in stone. Designed by Grafokor, Croatia.Read the full article‘Recent advances in cho...
Source: Journal of Neurochemistry - April 12, 2024 Category: Neuroscience Tags: ISSUE INFORMATION Source Type: research
Climate emergency and decent work
The climate crisis and loss of biodiversity, two closely related threats to human and planetary health, meet the criteria for the World Health Organization (WHO) to declare an international public health emergency, as occurred with COVID-19 (1), and urged by numerous scientific journals (2).
Attaining decent work, understood as “opportunities for women and men to work in conditions of freedom, equity, security and human dignity” (3), in the context of the climate emergency, creates a paradox for worker health. Outdoor workers (notably those in agriculture and construction), many of them informal workers, are among th...
Source: Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment and Health - April 12, 2024 Category: Occupational Health Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
Cancer-associated myositis before and after the COVID-19 pandemic onset: a comment
Clin Exp Rheumatol. 2024 Apr 8. doi: 10.55563/clinexprheumatol/mxdet4. Online ahead of print.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38607684 | DOI:10.55563/clinexprheumatol/mxdet4 (Source: Clinical and Experimental Rheumatology)
Source: Clinical and Experimental Rheumatology - April 12, 2024 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Hinpetch Daungsupawong Viroj Wiwanitkit Source Type: research
Acceptance of a Future Gonorrhea Vaccine in a Post-Coronavirus Disease 2019 World: Impact of Type of Recommendation and Changing Levels of Trust in Health Institutions and Authorities
Med Clin North Am. 2023 Nov;107(6S):e19-e37. doi: 10.1016/j.mcna.2023.06.010. Epub 2023 Jun 13.ABSTRACTWidespread uptake of a future gonorrhea vaccine could decrease the burden of disease and limit the spread of antibiotic resistance. However, gonorrhea vaccination will occur in the backdrop of the roll-out of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine, which could have influenced parental perceptions about other, non-COVID-19 vaccines. In an internet-based cross-sectional survey, 74% of parents would get a gonorrhea vaccine for their child, and this was higher among those whose trust in pharmaceutical companies incre...
Source: The Medical Clinics of North America - April 12, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Abram L Wagner Ashley Lacombe-Duncan Matthew L Boulton Source Type: research
Leadership styles on job satisfaction and security among healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic
CONCLUSION: Creating a special training programme for new leaders should cover leadership styles and approaches, the skills needed to foster a productive workplace with high-quality care, and the creation of motivated work opportunities that can boost worker engagement and satisfaction.PMID:38607774 | DOI:10.3233/THC-230945 (Source: Technology and Health Care)
Source: Technology and Health Care - April 12, 2024 Category: Medical Devices Authors: Lina H Khusheim Source Type: research
Heart failure, the global pandemic: A call to action consensus statement from the global presidential conclave at the platinum jubilee conference of cardiological society of India 2023
Indian Heart J. 2024 Apr 10:S0019-4832(24)00057-9. doi: 10.1016/j.ihj.2024.04.004. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTHeart failure (HF) is emerging as a major public health problem both in high- and low - income countries. The mortality and morbidity due to HF is substantially higher in low-middle income countries (LMICs). Accessibility, availability and affordability issues affect the guideline directed therapy implementation in HF care in those countries. This call to action urges all those concerned to initiate preventive strategies as early as possible, so that we can reduce HF-related morbidity and mortality. The most imp...
Source: Indian Heart J - April 12, 2024 Category: Cardiology Authors: Sivadasanpillai Harikrishnan Prathap Chandra Rath Vijay Bang Theresa McDonagh Elijah Ogola Hugo Silva Bijoy G Rajbanshi Anidu Pathirana G Andre Ng Cathleen Biga Thomas F L üscher Ramesh Daggubati Shirley Adivi Debabrata Roy P S Banerjee M K Das Source Type: research
Cancer-associated myositis before and after the COVID-19 pandemic onset: a comment
Clin Exp Rheumatol. 2024 Apr 8. doi: 10.55563/clinexprheumatol/mxdet4. Online ahead of print.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38607684 | DOI:10.55563/clinexprheumatol/mxdet4 (Source: Clinical and Experimental Rheumatology)
Source: Clinical and Experimental Rheumatology - April 12, 2024 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Hinpetch Daungsupawong Viroj Wiwanitkit Source Type: research
Acceptance of a Future Gonorrhea Vaccine in a Post-Coronavirus Disease 2019 World: Impact of Type of Recommendation and Changing Levels of Trust in Health Institutions and Authorities
Med Clin North Am. 2023 Nov;107(6S):e19-e37. doi: 10.1016/j.mcna.2023.06.010. Epub 2023 Jun 13.ABSTRACTWidespread uptake of a future gonorrhea vaccine could decrease the burden of disease and limit the spread of antibiotic resistance. However, gonorrhea vaccination will occur in the backdrop of the roll-out of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine, which could have influenced parental perceptions about other, non-COVID-19 vaccines. In an internet-based cross-sectional survey, 74% of parents would get a gonorrhea vaccine for their child, and this was higher among those whose trust in pharmaceutical companies incre...
Source: The Medical Clinics of North America - April 12, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Abram L Wagner Ashley Lacombe-Duncan Matthew L Boulton Source Type: research
Leadership styles on job satisfaction and security among healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic
CONCLUSION: Creating a special training programme for new leaders should cover leadership styles and approaches, the skills needed to foster a productive workplace with high-quality care, and the creation of motivated work opportunities that can boost worker engagement and satisfaction.PMID:38607774 | DOI:10.3233/THC-230945 (Source: Technology and Health Care)
Source: Technology and Health Care - April 12, 2024 Category: Medical Devices Authors: Lina H Khusheim Source Type: research
